Chicago Library – Something for Everyone

Chicago generally is a place where there's something for everyone – you just need to know where to look.
The Chicago Public Library is a great place to start. In fact, I suggest that the local library should be your first stop for books and DVDs for entertainment and education. But there's more. The Chicago Public [...]

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Chicago Sights

If you're coming to Chicago, these are some of the attractions you'll want to schedule time to visit.

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Chicago 1948

My family moved to Chicago in 1949. I was five years old. This movie was made just before that.

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Christmas Events & Activities in Chicago

Chicago is a happenin' place when holidays roll around. There are so many things to do and places to go – many of them FREE – that it may be a challenge for residents to keep up. If you're looking for something to help you get in the holiday spirit. Here are some outstanding options.
MACY'S  [...]

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So, you’re too old….

How old are you? 45… 57… 66? At what age do you become unproductive? Never mind what others tell you. The real question is what do YOU think.
Chester Kmiec didn’t buy into fears of age discrimination. He just kept on keepin’ on… He started working in the Department of Finance for the City of Chicago when [...]

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Nature’s Call …

The beauty is in how well so many different plants can thrive and flourish even in very tight proximity with each other.

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What To Do…

When you have a bucket of lemons…make lemonade…and lemon chiffon pie…and lemon ice.
Yes, yes, I know. We’re bombarded with all kinds of tragic news at home and abroad. It’s so bad now that we’re told most Americans have pretty much shut down. We’re in a holding pattern – waiting for things to improve. It’s true. Times are [...]

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Busy…busy…

Change without fear. We can get where we’re going.

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