When Raheela Anwar was a young mother new to Winnetka more than two decades ago, neighbors encouraged her to visit Winnetka’s Community House as a way to meet other residents….
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Pattern Play
Indianapolis artist Dorothy Stites Alig’s latest exhibit, The Anthropause, takes large inspiration from the simple small joys found in nature—happenings and observations that unless you’ve taken a moment to pause,…
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Sleep Out
On November 18, hundreds of people throughout the Chicago area will give up their beds for one night to ensure that youth facing homelessness can sleep safely at Covenant House…
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Nurturing Birds Through Autumn
Feed the birds, please. One of the great persisting myths in backyard bird care is that feeders should be taken in during the fall season. Some well-intention bird lovers bring…
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The Bee’s Knees
SERVES 1 • 2 ounces gin • 3/4 ounce lemon juice • 3/4 ounce honey syrup (recipe below) • 1 large egg white • Strip of lemon peel, for garnish…
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Philanthropic Fiesta
Molly Sarver said “yes” to her close friends, Fronzie and Steve Roemer, when they founded Paws for Patrick in September 2020 in memory of their son Patrick—also joining the organization’s…
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Cooks Tour
1971 marked the launch of Apollo 14, Gloria Steinem’s Ms. Magazine, Intel’s microprocessor, a small coffee shop in Seattle called Starbucks, and a new theme park in Orlando, Disney World….
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Shrimp and Sweet Corn Risotto
Sweet corn and succulent wild-caught shrimp make great bedfellows, and the gentle acidity of summer’s first tomatoes balance and delight. This risotto is equally delicious with lobster—simply swap one pound…
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Villa Gatsby
Citadel Theatre of Lake Forest is celebrating its 20th anniversary this fall with “Villa Gatsby, Let the 2020’s Roar!” The organization’s 7th annual gala aptly takes inspiration from author F….
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Wheels of Industry
You’ve probably seen them on the road—they often travel in packs, clad in brightly colored Lycra—zipping along in formation, some closely paired, others in looser proximity, but all heading in…
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