Shop Small on Chicago's North Shore

Kick off your holiday shopping with Small Business Saturday as many locally-owned shops offer special treats and discounts showing appreciation for all of the support. Local businesses are the beating... MORE

Explore the Outdoors

Feel the fresh breeze on your face and touch grass for fun, exercise and clarity when you explore the great outdoors on Chicago’s North Shore. You can boost the pleasure of a hike or a stroll by grabb... MORE

Your Guide to a Northwestern Football Game Day

Bust out those fight songs for everybody’s favorite fall fun: It’s Game Day! College football fans may know that Northwestern University’s Wildcats are getting a new state-of-the-sport stadium as Ryan... MORE

9 Most Instagrammable Spots on Chicago’s North Shore

Capture the moment or the scene when you strike a pose or frame a stunning shot of natural beauty and architectural marvels on Chicago’s North Shore. These iconic, must-see locations will add pizzazz ... MORE

Your Summer of Sound Continues

Summer isn't over yet and we're still enjoying those Sweet Sounds of Summer on the North Shore! Get spoiled listening to incredible music outdoors everywhere from festivals to concert settings to lake... MORE

Keep the Kids Entertained During the Dog Days of Summer

Keeping kids healthy, happy, engaged, and entertained is a breeze with so much summer fun under the sun. Send them splashing in scads of pools and beaches, taking a swing at mini-golf, and bouncing th... MORE

Finest French Fries Across the North Shore

Few flavors bring more joy than the starchy, salty goodness of fresh French Fries at a local restaurant. When you start craving a plate or basket of those crispy, golden favorites, you’ll want to head... MORE

Make Her Mother’s Day Marvelous

Celebrating Mother’s Day as Spring fully spreads its colorful wings means you can pick from the season’s prettiest offerings and best blooms to honor the amazing women who mean so much. Gift her a fre... MORE

Best Ways to Celebrate Spring on the North Shore

Posies pop up, the days lengthen, and menus for local restaurants brighten with fresh flavors of the season. Swing into Spring with a special outing to some of the North Shores’ most beautiful outdoor... MORE

Grand Mural Tour on Chicago’s North Shore

A wonderful way to explore more on Chicago’s North Shore is to seek out and marvel at the gorgeous murals decorating charming local businesses and bustling public spaces. Beautiful swaths of color and... MORE