Best Museums

 I don’t know about you, but when it’s cold out I’m constantly on the lookout for fun things to do that won’t take me out in the cold.  Fortunately, there are tons of museums to choose from! Here are a few of my faves in and around Chicago Suburban: • 1950s Park Forest House Museum […]

Newsletter 12/19/2025

Chicago South Suburban Events | December 19 – December 21, 2025 Last Saturday’s Toy Giveaway in Park Forest was pure joy in action! 🎁✨ Seeing parents and kids’ faces light up as they picked up toys was the best gift of all. Families came together, volunteers showed up with big hearts, and our community wrapped […]

Newsletter 10/31/2025

Chicago South Suburban Events | October 31 – November 2, 2025 We had an incredible morning at Governors State University for the Jaguar 5K Run/Walk & Roll! 💛 From the starting line energy to the laughter and smiles at the finish, this event reminded me of what community spirit truly looks like. It was amazing […]

Newsletter 10/24/2025

Chicago South Suburban Events | October 24 – 26, 2025 Last Saturday, I had the honor of joining the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer 5K Walk—and it was such an emotional and inspiring experience. 💕👟 Surrounded by survivors, families, and supporters, I felt the strength and unity of our community in every step. I walked […]

Newsletter 10/17/2025

Chicago South Suburban Events | October 17 – 19, 2025 This week was exciting, I had the incredible opportunity to attend the 36th Annual Juried Show of the Chicago Calligraphy Collective at Tall Grass Arts Association in Park Forest, Illinois. As someone who values creativity, community, and craftsmanship, this event was an inspiring and enriching […]