Wednesday Weekend Update: {Memorial Day, Butterflies, Art and More}

Holiday weekend ahead! Here are my picks for family fun this weekend! If you are looking for parades, Oaklee's Guide has a great list!

Origami in the Garden Enchants at The Morton Arboretum

The Morton Arboretum in Lisle, Illinois treats visitors to a stunning new Origami in the Garden exhibit. The exhibit weaves incredible metal renditions of origami art into scenic natural surroundings. The event features 25 large scale metal sculptures based upon folded paper creations.

May Degustabox Surprises

Wow! My May Degustabox was piled high with goodies! This one has been one of my favorites. Inside, I found:

The Happ Inn: Family, Friends and Great Food

Last week, my husband and I explored a new to us dining option -- The Happ Inn Bar and Grill in Northfield, Illinois. The peppy exterior already lightened our mood even before entering the neighborhood eatery. The interior is casual and welcoming -- just the place where you will be comfortable relaxing for awhile with family or friends!

Wednesday Weekend Windup {Civil War Days, Birds, Origami and More}

The weekend is around the corner! There is a lot a fun ahead -- here are my picks for this weekend in the Chicago suburbs:

Hiking Nachusa Grasslands in Illinois

Nachusa Grasslands near Franklin Grove, Illinois is one of the Nature Conservancy's most successful restoration stories. The conservation organization began its Nachusa journey with purchasing 130 acres of land to restore in August of 1986. Over the past 30+ years, Nachusa has expanded from 130 acres to over 4,000 acres. In addition, a herd of bison was welcomed to the prairie in 2014 returning the majestic beasts to the lands in Illinois where they once roamed.

10 Things Not To Do When You Hike

When you are out hiking this season, here are some things not to forget: