Custom Home Care - Personalized care that feels like family

Custom Home Care

Custom Home Care, LLC is a licensed Home Services Agency and Home Nursing Agency based in Chicago, Illinois. Founded in 1994 by Registered Nurse Tamara Jackson, the company has been helping seniors across the greater Chicagoland area live safely and independently at home for more than 30 years. Guided by a nurse-managed approach, Custom Home Care carefully matches dependable, qualified caregivers with each client to deliver compassionate, professional support. Today, the family-owned agency is recognized as one of Chicago’s most trusted providers of senior care, employing more than 300 care professionals and serving over 10,000 clients since its founding.

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Lincoln Square

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Custom Home Care, LLC is a licensed Home Services Agency and Home Nursing Agency based in Chicago, Illinois. Founded in 1994 by Registered Nurse...

British International School of Chicago, South Loop

Our school is dedicated to shaping a generation of successful, creative, and resilient global citizens. Our inclusive community and personalized international curriculum combine the best of both worlds, giving our Preschool, Primary, Middle School and High School students a truly global outlook rooted in Chicago’s rich heritage.

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British International School of Chicago, South...

Our school is dedicated to shaping a generation of successful, creative, and resilient global citizens. Our inclusive community and personalized...

Chicagoland Firearm Training

We have been around for 30+ years, so you get a lot of experience from the owner Mr. Don Haworth that is a Certified USCCA Instructor. Also, he is a Marine Corp. vet You don't stay in business for 30+ years if you don't know what you are doing.

We have been around for 30+ years, so you get a lot of experience from the owner Mr. Don Haworth that is a Certified USCCA Instructor. Also, he is...

Gold Coast Sounds Good Choir

Chicagoland's largest no-audition choral program for adults "55 and better" has nine choirs throughout Chicago and the suburbs, including the Gold Coast. Conducted by Jonathan Miller, the choir rehearses and performs at the beautiful, historic Fourth Presbyterian Church on Chicago's Magnificent Mile, 126 E. Chestnut Ave. Three sessions a year are offered -- two 15-week sessions in the fall and spring, and one 8-week session in the summer). All sessions include: a weekly 90-minute rehearsal with an additional (optional) online Friday rehearsal; guidance and instruction by professional conductors and accompanists; licensed sheet music; accessible rehearsal and performance venues; and free, public performances by each choir. Registered singers are also free to rehearse and perform with as many of the nine choirs as they wish for just one registration fee per session. Scholarships are readily available -- call the Sounds Good office at 630.395.9542 to apply. Sounds Good Choir also offers the only choir in Illinois for adults with early-stage dementia and their care partners. The Good Memories program is specifically designed to provide a safe, welcoming community in which to sing, socialize, and have fun. For more information about either program, to register for a choir, or to learn about upcoming concerts, please visit soundsgoodchoir.org.

Chicagoland's largest no-audition choral program for adults "55 and better" has nine choirs throughout Chicago and the suburbs, including the Gold...

Best House Cleaning Services in Chicagoland Area

House Keep Up Chicago

House Keep Up Chicago offers cleaning services in Chicago, Illinois. Serving many happy clients and offering high-quality cleaning in the Chicagoland area. From one time standard deep cleaning, to recurring move-in and move out services. We offer a great selection and add-on options to serve every needs of our clients. We pride ourselves on making sure all of our maids and cleaners are paid and honest, living wage, ensuring your home is cleaned by the best professionals we can find.

House Keep Up Chicago offers cleaning services in Chicago, Illinois. Serving many happy clients and offering high-quality cleaning in the...

Monday, November 14  11 a.m.-10 p.m.  Can you handle the heat? If so, then grab a chip to dip. On Monday, November 14, spice up your day by celebrating National Spicy Guacamole Day at Tallboy Taco. From 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., the River North taqueria will offer half-priced spicy guacamole ($3; regularly $6).    After your appetizer, enjoy Chef Tim Hockett's taco menu featuring eight varieties made with fresh corn tortillas, including: Cowboy 12 Hour Smoked Brisket; Beer-Battered Crispy Fish; Chicken Tinga; Gunthorp Farms Carnitas; and Crispy Avocado. Pair your meal with a handcrafted margarita, perfectly muddled mojito, cold tallboy, Mexican cerveza or spiked agua fresca.    Tallboy Taco 325 W. Huron Street Chicago, IL 60654 <a href="tel:312-488-4917" value="+13124884917" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">312-488-4917</a> <a href="http://tallboytaco.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">TallboyTaco.com</a>

11 a.m.-10 p.m.  Can you handle the heat? If so, then grab a chip to dip. On Monday, November 14, spice up your day by celebrating National Spicy Guacamole Day at Tallboy Taco. From 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., the River North taqueria will offer half-priced spicy guacamole ($3; regularly $6).

After your appetizer, enjoy Chef Tim Hockett's taco menu featuring eight varieties made with fresh corn tortillas, including: Cowboy 12 Hour Smoked Brisket; Beer-Battered Crispy Fish; Chicken Tinga; Gunthorp Farms Carnitas; and Crispy Avocado. Pair your meal with a handcrafted margarita, perfectly muddled mojito, cold tallboy, Mexican cerveza or spiked agua fresca.    Tallboy Taco 325 W. Huron Street Chicago, IL 60654 <a href="tel:312-488-4917" value="+13124884917" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">312-488-4917</a> <a href="http://tallboytaco.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">TallboyTaco.com</a>

National Spicy Guacamole Day at Tallboy Taco

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Lorraine Swanson

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Forest Park

North Center Neighborhood

Come shop unique finds and household treasures at the North Center Community Yard Sale, hosted by the North Center Neighbors Association. This neighborhood-wide event offers a great opportunity to browse through a variety of goods while connecting with your local community. Scan the QR&nbsp;code to find out where all the sales are! Happy shopping!

Local Event: North Center Community Yard Sale

North Center Community Yard Sale

Come shop unique finds and household treasures at the North Center Community Yard Sale, hosted by the North Center Neighbors...

Join us in downtown Winnetka, IL this Sat-Sun, May 30-31 (10am-4pm both days). The North Shore Artisan&nbsp;Market&nbsp;will be OUTDOORS at Winnetka Station &amp;&nbsp;Station Park (754 Elm St., Winnetka, IL) -- showcasing 100 talented local &amp; Midwest artisans in food, fashion, home goods &amp; art.&nbsp;&nbsp;RSVP &amp; let us know you're coming:&nbsp;<a href="https://northshoreartisanmarket.com/RSVP-wilmette" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://NorthShoreArtisanMarke...</a>&nbsp;
Free Entry * Dog-friendly&nbsp;* Kid-friendly * METRA &amp;&nbsp;Bike accessible * Free&nbsp;Street Parking
* WHY: Shop small, local &amp; sustainable - with talented artisans &amp; small businesses who pour their passions into creating one-of-a-kind products.
* WHEN:&nbsp; Sat-Sun, May 30-31 (10am-4pm both days)
&nbsp;* WHAT YOU'LL FIND: Art Jewelry | Woodworking | Pottery | Prints &amp; Illustrations | Gourmet Food | Cards &amp; Gifts | Decorative Art |&nbsp;Plushies | Candles | Chocolates &amp; Bakery Items | Leather Goods |&nbsp;Spa &amp; Bath | Bags &amp; Accessories | Vintage Jewelry | Chicago-themed | Sporting Collectibles | Kitchen &amp; Bath Accessories | Artisan Fragrances | Kids &amp; Pets | Thoughtful Gifts...and much more!
Are you a talented artisan looking to vend in the Chicago area?
Learn more about our curated artisan markets in Chicago (Fulton Market &amp; Ravenswood), Oak Brook, Naperville, and North Shore (Winnetka &amp; Northbrook) at <a href="https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/vendors?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExTVFneWNuaXp5OFdmVlV6QwEeLK3Y3-q9dgX8GGHCbHHlYPrHFdLzOLsWikfg052ULKKVd5FCmv3IdSFbuqk_aem_O3glQosAMxaZOb1bMM2kMg" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">ChicagoArtisanMarket.com/vendors</a> - or apply now at <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2FChicagoArtisanMarket.com%2Fapply%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExTVFneWNuaXp5OFdmVlV6QwEeObGWCAfeAcvm1n8N6OQno0v7eGywTK0B7OpNzte9wK1Cxluh0k7NnH0xsDs_aem_iD-cEBw6aYmSV0K81g-mZA&amp;h=AT2fNyl-fYdoukWHd1BgBXOM0k9caveU7l5qLguFB_V_5g_6gel-TD_S_5sPVmTJ7Cj9YKcuvb_5sA70K9QGxrxffQNWn-Es0-DHyhRFhPn3jD8Eawqe6pZw0OIl9s7faiLUNsP85_HWERN-zCriRUhvHsOnBN3g&amp;__tn__=-UK-R&amp;c[0]=AT1ivyIihcilV6j1mZEJvh7YE-e3hnjNyMCTkPMyhC3iGcqyV7yxVhwHqu7j8JCAjmxPdBZaWNgJCaGlWyc08_AOyuSVwlMr4jx7CMD5s4G3OVia5xO1aDmL-XVs6UzkNk1B5dwv14VluzJrdCO4TN-SALSYhmEirt3rPPKbpRsjOm7QKAORdg8WW1RZ4pDTyxXCovtkNdQsnO9neVaSIrBdKQ" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">ChicagoArtisanMarket.com/apply</a>&nbsp;
(Vendors - we do not charge junk fees just to fill out our online application.)
"Keep your friends close, and your supply chain closer."&nbsp;&nbsp;- North Shore Artisan Market | Chicago | Oak Brook | Naperville
About North Shore Artisan Market:
The North Shore Artisan Market is produced by INV Marketing Group, a Chicago area company based in Oak Brook, IL that operates the <a href="https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/tickets" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Chicago Artisan Market</a> (two locations in Fulton Market and Ravenswood), the <a href="https://oakbrookartisanmarket.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Oak Brook Artisan Market</a>, the <a href="https://napervilleartisanmarket.com/rsvp" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Naperville Artisan Market</a> and the <a href="https://northshoreartisanmarket.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">North Shore Artisan Market</a> (Northbrook &amp; Winnetka). We’ve been showcasing &amp; supporting small businesses throughout Chicagoland for 20+ years. Founded in 2004, INV Marketing Group LLC has produced well over 150 signature events and pop-up markets supporting small businesses&nbsp;in the greater Chicago area.

Local Event: North Shore Artisan Market - Winnetka (This Sat-Sun, May 30-31)

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North Shore Artisan Market - Winnetka (This...

Join us in downtown Winnetka, IL this Sat-Sun, May 30-31 (10am-4pm both days). The North Shore Artisan Market will be OUTDOORS...

North Shore Artisan Market - Winnetka (This Sat-Sun, May 30-31)

Central Street

May has five Saturdays, and on Saturday, May 30, Central Street is declaring it $25 Day!&nbsp;Come spend $25 and show your support for locally-owned independent businesses. Businesses will be highlighting $25 items and special promotions throughout the day.

Local Event: $25 Day!

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$25 Day!

May has five Saturdays, and on Saturday, May 30, Central Street is declaring it $25 Day! Come spend $25 and show your support...

Centennial Park

HOPE WALKS HERE!!!

Out of the Darkness Campus Walk
Northwestern University
Sunday, May 31, 2026

Schedule
Check in: 12:00 PM
Event start time: 1:00 pm

The Out of the Darkness Walks are about raising crucial funds and creating a safe space for those impacted by suicide. At the event there will be an area to share messages of hope and remembrance. As you know, hope walks here!

Free parking is available in the South Lot near the Segal Visitors Center and metered parking is available along Sheridan Road. The event is rain or shine, so check the weather and dress appropriately before heading out!

Local Event: Out of the Darkness Campus Walk - Northwestern University

Out of the Darkness Campus Walk - Northwestern...

HOPE WALKS HERE!!!

Out of the Darkness Campus Walk
Northwestern University
Sunday, May 31, 2026

Schedule
Check in: 12:00...

Out of the Darkness Campus Walk - Northwestern University

Join us for an immersive experience bringing together art, live music, and health advocacy to raise awareness and support for breast and prostate cancer. This isn’t a traditional fundraiser—it’s a curated experience where creativity meets purpose, featuring live performances, artist showcases, and powerful conversations around healing and resilience. We’re gathering artists, community leaders, and advocates for an evening designed to inspire action and make a real impact through early detection and access to care. I’d love to invite you to cover the event or speak further about the story behind it. Please let me know if you’re interested—I’d be happy to share more details

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The Art of Life Gala

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