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Introducing certain elements or practices into your home and daily routine can aid in making your space a place of peace. Here are six ways you can boost your mental health at home. Essential Oil Diffuser Essential oils have been said to hold many benefits. While they can be used in various ways, one way…
Author Archives: Mariah Cowan
Jun
02
2023
Chicago is known for its delicious food scene, but there's nothing quite like a scoop of ice cream on a hot summer day. With summer just around the corner, it's the perfect time to support Black-owned ice cream shops in Chicago. Shawn Michelle’s Homemade Ice Cream Located in the Bronzeville neighborhood, Shawn Michelle’s Homemade Ice…
Sep
30
2022
It’s officially Fall, and it’s time to enjoy all that comes with it; warm sweaters, bonfires, changing leaves, pumpkins, apple cider, Halloween, Thanksgiving, and more! Below you’ll find 30 events and home activities to check off your bucket list this season: Fall Fest at Lincoln Park Zoo Connect South Shore – Arts Festival Plan a…
Sep
09
2022
Tom Harris © Hedrich Blessing. Courtesy of Rebuild Foundation. The Stony Island Arts Bank is a piece of Chicago history located in the Greater Grand Crossing/South Shore community. The building was built in 1923 and was originally a community savings bank, but after becoming vacant in the 1980s, the building sold for only $1 in…
Aug
12
2022
Background image courtesy of Bronzeville Winery's website. Bronzeville Winery is located in the Bronzeville neighborhood on 4420 S. Cottage Grove Ave, Chicago, IL. and recently opened this year in April. The winery is part of the 4400 Grove development that is set to hold space for businesses and housing. Eric Williams, the founder, and owner…
Jul
01
2022
Blazing temperatures, ice cream trucks, outdoor festivals, and lounging at the beach – it must be Summer! The beloved summer season brings joy to many. It’s a time to get outside and enjoy the sun. Especially since in the Midwest, it’s cold for almost half the year. After a day out in the sun, you…
Jun
17
2022
You just got a new apartment and it’s time for the most fun part – the decorations! Decorating is key to ensuring your new place feels like a home. This is where you’ll spend most of your time so you want to keep it clean, cozy, and well decorated. You want to be able to…
Dec
24
2021
With the holidays here, I have candy on my mind and Austin Sweets Shop has got the goods. Austin Sweets Shop is a small black-owned business located on 1550 N Mason Ave, Chicago, IL in the Austin neighborhood. They recently opened during the summer this year and I’m glad they did, it’s a true gem. …
Dec
03
2021
The holiday season is here and I don’t know about you but I am ready for the hot chocolate, festive music and activities, and the cozy vibes that come with the season. This also means now is a good time to start budgeting and creating a plan to avoid overspending. If you're planning to do…
Oct
08
2021
Soon enough the leaves will be falling and changing colors, and we’ll be enjoying all of the great things that come along with the Autumn season. Bonfires, Pumpkin Spice Lattes, Halloween, Thanksgiving, and just straight cozy vibes. It’s only right that your home matches the season. Here are some ways to transition your space from…