Lifestyle Stories from January 1, 2015 (Change date)
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Neighborhood profile: Haverford in SchaumburgJan 01, 2015 11:05 pm - George and Karen Johnson once lived in a big house on a half-acre lot in Bloomingdale, where they hired someone to cut the grass and trim the bushes. Then, 19 years ago ...
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Believe Project: $100 to an upbeat friend facing foreclosureJan 01, 2015 7:16 pm - Today's winner of a $100 bill through the Believe Project is Sally Matzinger of Arlington Heights. Here is an excerpt of her pitch: "My friend and I are soul mates in ou...
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Suburban fundraisers offer innovative ways to support a good causeJan 03, 2015 6:40 am - OK, so you have doused yourself with a bucket of ice water. How about plunging into the icy waters of Lake Michigan or challenging yourself to a string of roller coaster...
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Beloved historic theaters add to movie experienceJan 01, 2015 6:30 am - By Dann Gire Daily Herald Film Critic dgire@dailyherald.com We can all agree that modern mega-movieplexes make marvelous venues for film viewing by offering comfortable ...
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How to help your suburban neighbors in needJan 02, 2015 5:02 am - People feel charitable during the holidays and want to do kind deeds. They just aren't always sure how. Donating money helps, but so does donating time. Charitable organ...
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World premiere musicals highlight suburban theater scene in 2015Jan 07, 2015 12:10 pm - Editor's note: Rhett Guter will choreograph Drury Lane Theatre's production of "West Side Story." The 2015 Chicago-area theater forecast calls for world-premiere mu...
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From small plates to steaks, suburban eateries reflect national trendsJan 02, 2015 5:02 am - If you didn't get your fill of smoky pulled pork or a locally crafted double bock in 2014, don't fret. Barbecue joints and brew pubs aren't going anywhere. As I look bac...
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Rock on! A look at suburban music venues in 2015Jan 03, 2015 12:36 pm - The city of Chicago may be king when it comes to live-music venues, but that doesn't mean local rock/pop fans can't find a good show closer to home. Music venues located...
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Best of Craigslist: chicken diapers, toilet bike, corgi bouquetsJan 03, 2015 12:36 pm - It's almost 2015, and we are still a society that depends on Craigslist. For selling our junk, for finding love ... for laughing at people's ridiculousness. It is the co...
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Destinations for 2015: Milan, Cuba, Queens and moreJan 02, 2015 5:02 am - NEW YORK - See Cuba before it changes. Check out the World Expo in Milan. And if you're heading to New York City to see the view from 1 World Trade Center's observatory ...
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