Dr. Julius Few runs a state-of-the-art skin clinic at his namesake The Few Institute. I was invited to try a customized facial to accommodate sensitive skin using products developed by Dr. Few. The entire experience was calming and effective. Diane, the esthetician who worked on me, explained every product that she used and how it […]
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I Spent Two Months Trying to Buy a Bob Ross Painting Because Nothing Makes Sense Anymore
I am in therapy. Because of climate change. Over the past several months, it has gotten to the point where I feel this gnawing, heavy feeling in the pit of my stomach every time I see an article about our ice caps melting or bleaching in the Great Barrier Reef. I can’t stop reading about […]
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Wrap it Up with Wrapperoo!
Efficiency is key. With my long hair and styling regimen, I need practical items like the Wrapperoo, an all-in-one-hair towel and style cape. PJ McGuire created a patent-pending design by transforming an absorbent hair towel into a waterproof and heat-resistant styling cape. The Wrapperoo is ideal for protecting your skin and clothing from hair styling […]
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Chicago’s What A Joke Comedy Fest Raises Money for ACLU with Rousing Hideout Show
The history books may remember Jan. 20, 2017, as the date on which Donald. J. Trump took the office of President of the United States, but the not-so-silent majority will always recognize it as the first day of the resistance. All across the country, like-minded folks gathered to laugh the night away – while raising […]
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Bring It, 2017
We’re ready for you. Beauty Rebelle has a personal trainer-led workout strategy that doesn’t even require us to leave home, we have a cult western starring Raquel Welch to watch, and I’m setting out to interview 46 amazing entrepreneurs and leaders before you’re done. No pressure, but your predecessor was quite the disappointment, and we […]
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Women’s March on Chicago Draws 250,000+ Protesters
The numbers for the Women’s March on Chicago keep changing. Three weeks ago, the Women’s March on Chicago Facebook page had 20,000 RSVPs. I eavesdrop on a group of women on the UP-N Metra into the city who insist that the number has swelled to 50,000. It was easy to eavesdrop on that 8 a.m. […]
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Bringing it Home
Founded in 2008, GYMGUYZ is a mobile brand that brings health and wellness services to the comfort of your home. You can tailor your practice for one-on-one training or inclusive group sessions as GYMGUYZ helps you reach your fitness goals. I got to interview GYMGUYZ Franchisee Tom Hirshberg to learn more about this concept. How […]
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Beth Stelling Keeps It Real at The Hideout During TNK Fest
All good things must come to an end, including Chicago’s favorite winter festival, Tomorrow Never Knows. The final night of the five-day music and comedy event featured Sons of the Silent Age playing at Metro and BadBadNotGood closing things out at Lincoln Hall, among other great shows, but the must-see set of the night came […]
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Sinful Colors: Begin with a Sin
I’m a fan of New Year’s Eve because I have my favorite beverage in my hand, Prosecco. Thanks to Sinful Colors and their sinful shine collection, Prosecco never leaves my hands. I love having my nails painted, and this kit allows me to save some money after the holiday rush and look great. There are […]
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Q&A: Traversing Topics with Pauline Frommer
The Chicago Travel and Adventure Show returns with 350+ exhibitors, 30+ seminars, and top speakers including Rick Steves, Samantha Brown—and Pauline Frommer, who will offer money-saving vacation tips, address the ways in which personal info is being “scraped” by the travel industry and reveal the best destinations of 2017. If that’s not enough, the co-president […]