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Neighborhood News: Springing up! Early Chicago Farmer’s Markets showcase the Midwest’s best in fresh food, community

With Spring in full bloom, take advantage of the warming temperatures to browse through an array of fresh foods and flowers, from the Midwest’s best farms at Chicago ‘s local Farmer’s Markets! Often, you’ll stroll to the tune of local musicians as part of the experience.
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Restaurant Review: In Bridgeport, Chicago White Sox’s tasty offerings for the 2026 season

The Chicago White Sox, 333 W. 35th Street, have earned their reputation as the “best food in baseball!” Every year, Delaware North (their Sportservice division) and Levy Restaurants put their already -estimable reputation on the line.
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Chicago Home and Lifestyles – What is the best sleep position? The pros and cons

Unfortunately, the answer is not so clear cut. Here are the pros and cons of different positions (plus a few tips to improve them)...
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Tiny Habits, Big Impact: How Daily Routines Improve Your Home Life

Small daily habits may seem insignificant, but they’re often the secret to a home that feels calm, organized, and easy to live in. With just a few intentional routines, you can transform your space—no renovation required.
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THIS WEEKEND IN CHICAGO – It’s Not All About the Easter Bunny!

Spring is here but winter just doesn’t want to let go yet! Well, that’s ok because the Chicagoland area still offers plenty of options to get out and enjoy this Easter weekend; however, it’s not all about the Easter bunny!
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Neighborhood News: April Chicago’s Museum Free Days

Here’s a question for Dean’s Team Chicago readers: Do April showers really bring May flowers?
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Restaurant Review: No ‘April Fooling’- Easter and Passover Last-Minute Reservations

Passover begins on the evening of Wednesday, April 1, and concludes on April 9. Easter Sunday follows on April 5. Chicago, the city of culture and community, and its restaurants are pulling out all the stops to make sure your celebrations are top-notch!
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Chicago Home and Lifestyles – 4 essential air fryer tips

Air fryers are the best! They’ve become very popular since being introduced in 2010, and it’s easy to see why.
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Hack Your Home: Easy Upgrades That Feel Like a Renovation

Big transformations don’t always require big renovations. These easy DIY upgrades can refresh your home, elevate its style, and even boost its value—without the stress of a full remodel.
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THIS WEEKEND IN CHICAGO – Holy Cow – It’s Baseball Season!

Chicagoans will continue celebrating this last weekend of March with the official start of Baseball Season here in Chicago this past Thursday with the Chicago Cubs!
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Neighborhood News- Celebrating Women throughout Chicago during Women’s History Month

The month of March is dedicated to honoring the remarkable contributions of women throughout history. As we come to the end of the month, Chicago ends Women’s History Month with a bang!
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Restaurant Review: Chicago Cubs hit an early home run with new menu items

The 2026 MLB season gets underway Thursday, March 26 with our Chicago Cubs opening the season at Wrigley Field, 1060 W. Addison hosting the Washington Nationals at 1:20 pm CDT.
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Chicago Home and Lifestyles – 4 important garden tasks to prepare for Spring

Around the Chicago area we’ve been enjoying a bit of nicer weather - and then winter came back with a vengeance! But thankfully, spring is just around the corner. That means we should be thinking about the lawn and garden chores that need to be done as soon as we get some (stable) warmer weather!
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Why Lifestyle Is Driving Real Estate Decisions More Than Ever

Today’s buyers aren’t just searching for a home—they’re searching for a lifestyle that aligns with how they live, work, and unwind. As priorities shift, real estate decisions are becoming more personal, intentional, and experience-driven.
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THIS WEEKEND IN CHICAGO – Taming Down Our Activities!

After last weekend’s wild shenanigans, this weekend we’ll be taming down our activities starting with the other cherished family member – the feline commonly known as the cat!
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Neighborhood News: Celebrating Muslim Culture in Chicago as Eid al-Fitr gets underway

Over the next few days, Chicago‘s Muslim community will be celebrating the end of Ramadan with Eid al-Fitr 2026, beginning around the evening of March 19-20, depending on the appearance of a new moon.
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Restaurant Review: Breaking Ramadan’s fast, year-round, at Chicago‘s Mediterranean/Moroccan/Persian restaurants

Ramadan is the holiest month in the Islamic calendar, marked by daily dawn-to-sunset fasting, prayer, and charity.
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Chicago Home and Lifestyles – 7 ways you’re hurting your joints (and one way to help them)

I have rheumatoid arthritis so I’m sometimes hyper aware of joint deterioration. After 3 knee replacements and 2 foot joint fusions I’m trying to do better for my joints.
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Hosting Made Easy: Simple Tweaks That Impress Guests

Hosting doesn’t have to be complicated to feel special. With a few simple touches—from a welcoming entryway to easy self-serve drinks—you can create a gathering that feels relaxed, thoughtful, and memorable.
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THIS WEEKEND IN CHICAGO – Feeling the Luck of the Irish!

No matter what the weather brings this weekend, it will not stop Chicagoans from experiencing and enjoying the city’s ultimate St. Patrick’s Day festivities as we become Irish all decked out in our finest greens and feeling the luck of the Irish!
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Neighborhood News: Céad míle fáilte awaits you at Chicago’s Northwest Side Irish Parade

All told, one-fifth of Chicago’s population is Irish. And in the Far Northwest Side of Chicago includes neighborhoods long associated with Chicago’s Irish-American community…like Edison Park, Norwood Park, and Jefferson Park.
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Restaurant Review: After Northwest Side Irish Parade, head to Norwood Park’s Mystic Rogue for Boxtys and other Irish delights

There’s no week in Chicago like St. Patrick’s Day week. Blessed with a substantial Irish population as well as one of the largest St. Patrick’s Day celebrations in the country, you and your family can celebrate from Friday, March 13-21 throughout Chicago’s many communities, from Jefferson Park on the North Side to Beverly on the South Side.