“Will the Alzheimer’s Tsunami Affect You?” by Eric Klein Have you noticed that everybody seems to know somebody with dementia? As the population ages, dementias such as Alzheimer’s are having a far reaching impact and affecting millions of families...
Summer is around the corner and the seasonal shortlist of recipes below will take you from Memorial Day to Labor Day. From potlucks to backyard barbecues, there’s something for everyone. Most include fresh, colorful and in-season produce, are simple to...
Besides ice cream, there are few foods that scream “summer” more than hot dogs, right? So on this summer kick-off weekend, we wanted to share this adorable hot dog bar from one of our favorite food bloggers, Jessica Merchant of How Sweet Eats. Mom to Max, 4 and...
Most towns in Chicago’s North Shore have their very own farmer’s market. But why not do a little market hopping? Below is our guide to local North Shore farmers’ markets. Visit our CALENDAR for more farmers’ market info. including addresses and...
Hello friendly faces! It’s that time of the week! We’re back with a new CNSM Meet a Mom spotlight brought to you in part by Mary Gifford of Gifford Law. We are excited to introduce you to former Chicago mom of three not-so-little-anymore kids, founder of Olive You...
This hummus recipe from our food contributor Kathleen Ashmore gets its silkiness from a blender. Using protein and fiber-packed white beans, it’ll blow the store bought version away. Says Kat: “I’ve been making this for a decade, ever since learning the proper...