Chicago things to do this weekend feel like the city’s final bow before fall takes over. Private schools open August 20 and CPS follows August 24. This means it is genuinely the last full weekend of summer for most Chicago families. The 13th annual Lakeview Taco Fest takes over the Southport Corridor all weekend. It…
Things to do in Chicago this weekend are plentiful, and it feels genuinely good to be back. Life pulled me away from the blog for the past two weeks in the best possible way. Our youngest turned 10, which meant birthday celebrations took full priority. Also, public and private school spring breaks do not always…
Not traveling for spring break? Good. Your Chicago spring break staycation is going to be better than wherever everyone else is going. This weekend marks the first full weekend of spring. Moreover, this city is showing up for it in a big way. We have flowers, a 30,000-person race through the Loop, an immersive David…
Looking for fun things to do in Chicago this weekend, July 18–20, 2025? Whether you’re planning a night out or a family day with the kids, the city has something exciting for everyone. From lively street festivals and live music to free outdoor workouts in Millennium Park, this list highlights four top events you can…
Looking for fun things to do with kids this weekend in Chicago? Whether you’re planning a family outing or seeking adult-friendly events, the city offers a plethora of activities to make your weekend memorable. Here are some top picks for both adults and kids happening this weekend, May 30–June 1, 2025. 🎉 Family-Friendly Events 1.…
As the city blooms into Spring, Chicago offers a plethora of activities for both adults and children. Whether you’re planning a date night or a family outing, here are some top picks to make the most of May this weekend! 1. Titanique: A Musical Parody Experience a hilarious twist on the classic Titanic tale with “Titanique,” a…
To tag onto my ‘where to raise your family in Chicago’ post, this week we are featuring Lakeview. Lakeview encompasses so many amazing neighborhoods including West Lakeview, Southport Corridor, East Lakeview, Boystown, Wrigleyvile and even bits of Buena Park are all considered to be Lakeview as a whole. The medium price point for single family…
Buying a home for your family is an exciting venture, but it can also be quite stressful. Especially if you’re new to the Chicago area and don’t know where to start looking. Where do you want to live? What school district should I consider? How much home can we afford? These are all questions that…
As a Realtor®, the number one question I get every day is ‘How’s the market?’. We all want to make sure our biggest investment is protected when the market shifts. During the pandemic we have seen rapid movement in the market unlike we have ever seen before, and predominately in a positive way. At the…
With the last year and a half being either all remote or half remote my kids are so excited to go back full time this year for school (with fingers crossed 🤞! Last year the most important item for going back to school was finding a laptop or desk for remote learning, but this year…