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Brunch Spots to Make Mom Feel Extra Special This Mother's Day
Mother's Day is this Sunday, May 11. Whether you're planning a cozy morning with the family or an elegant brunch out on the town, there's no shortage of ways to make Mom feel special in Chicagoland. From charming neighborhood cafés to upscale dining experiences with a view, the city and suburbs offer something for every kind of celebration.
To help you narrow it down, our real estate agents are sharing a few of their favorite spots for a memorable Mother's Day brunch — places they love for the food, the atmosphere, and memories of celebrations past.
Glencoe, IL
Cel...
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Museum Day: Where to Celebrate in Chicagoland
May 18 is International Museum Day, and our real estate agents are excited to sing the praises of Chicago's many outstanding museums. Ours is a city that has always celebrated art and culture, and it's home to some of America's most vibrant and exciting museums. From ancient history to contemporary art, these are some of the best museums in Chicagoland to visit on International Museum Day.
- Field Museum - 1400 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60605
One of the largest natural history museums in the world, the Field Museum is the crown jewel of Chicago museums. Located within the museum campus just east of the
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Boosting Curb Appeal on a Budget
Homes in Chicagoland don't always emerge from winter looking their best, but with spring flowers blooming and lawns rapidly greening back up, spring is quick to set things right. Spring is also the most popular season to list homes for sale, and if you're planning on selling your Chicago home this season, curb appeal is essential.
Fortunately, boosting your curb appeal doesn't have to involve costly and time-consuming renovations. Our real estate agents are here to offer some simple and cost-effective tips for improving curb appeal, whether you're selling your home or simply want it to look its best.
- Install flower boxes
Flower boxes beneath your front-facing windows are a classic touch that can really amp up your curb appeal, especially during the warmer months. A...
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Earth Day at Home: Eco-Friendly Habits to Adopt
Our real estate agents are always looking for ways to make our homes a little greener, more energy-efficient, and environmentally friendly. In honor of Earth Day, we'd like to share a few tips to live a more eco-friendly lifestyle!
- Start composting
A handy way to reduce food waste, composting at home will transform your food scraps into nutrient-rich fertilizer. This cuts down on greenhouse gases and reduces the amount of organic waste that ends up in landfills. If you want to compost but don't want to do it at home, you can also take your food waste to any of
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Explore Chicago's Spring and Summer Markets and Craft Fairs
Updated 5/23/2025
Chicagoland comes alive in the springtime. This season also marks the beginning of what our real estate agents like to call "market season" in Chicagoland, which extends throughout the summer and winds down in the fall. Whether you're looking for arts and crafts, fresh produce, or any other local, handmade goods, you'll find them at these upcoming spring and summer markets and craft fairs in the Chicago area.
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