Preparing for the holiday table includes the perfect locally brewed beer. This holiday season, let's support our Chicago suburban microbreweries during our celebrations! Here are 10 local microbreweries with seasonal holiday microbrews that are on my list:
Pampering Myself with Relaxation and Self Care at North Shore Salt Therapy Center
**Disclosure: I did receive a complimentary experience to bring you this review. No other compensation was received. All opinions are 100% my own.
Until a few weeks ago, I could be counted as a total newbie to salt therapy. Cue a blissful morning escape to North Shore Salt Therapy Center in Highland Park! If you have been curious about self care with salt therapy and this fantastic small business, follow along:
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**Disclosure: I did receive complimentary meals to bring you this review. No other compensation was received. All opinions are 100% my own.
Butter + Vine began as a Chicago area catering and events company however quickly found new roots while adapting to the challenges of the pandemic. While still a catering and events company, Butter + Vine grew to include a fresh prepared meal delivery service. This new vision provides such an incredible treat for all of us busy people out there that would LOVE a beautifully prepared meal but find ourselves short on time. With Butter + Vine, we can enjoy flavorful, well prepared meals that arrive requiring just a simple step or two before serving.
8 Chicago Suburban Bakeries and Chocolate Shops for Easter and Spring Treats
With Easter around the corner, so many of us are thinking treats. I put together a list of some of my favorite spots not just for Easter treats but also something springy for after Easter too! Take a peek:
Learn About North Shore College Consulting with Insight from Co-Owners Amy Herzog and Debbie Kanter
Recently, I chatted with Debbie Kanter and Amy Herzog of North Shore College Consulting to learn how their local small business helps students prepare for the college application process. As the mother of a fifteen-year-old, my mind often drifts to making sure we are on task for applying to college. Amy and Debbie provided me with a bit of insight into college preparedness and how their business helps our students stay calm and focused as they move towards applying to and attending college.
Chicago Area Meditation and Sound Healing Alchemist Bekah Kopec Teaches Us About Sound Healing and Upcoming New Moon Meditation and Sound Healing Events
My first experience with sound healing occurred during a workshop with Chicago area meditation and sound healing alchemist Bekah Kopec. I attended one of her Yoga Nidra Meditation and Sound Healing Workshops and immediately realized the grounding and calming effects of both yoga nidra and sound healing. I fell in love with the soothing melodies of crystal alchemy bowls instantly. If you have not heard them before, I highly recommend it. The melodies of the bowls easily soothe and also delight with beautiful sounds. I am happy today to bring some news about wellness practionner Bekah Kopec as she introduces her monthly New Moon Meditation and Sound Healing Events. Meet Bekah Kopec of Eve of Alchemy, learn more about her business and sound healing as well as check out her new events:
Learn About Locally Founded The Mindful Pro and New Year New Vibration-2021 Virtual Live Streaming Sound Healing Event this January 2, 2021
Chicago area wellness leader, yoga instructor and friend Antoinette (Toni) Morales has recently launched a community called The Mindful Pro which offers wellness, mindfulness and holistic practices to clients both at home and in the workplace. Toni is a leader in the wellness field and uses her experience in the stressful corporate environment, personal journey and skills in wellness, mindfulness and exploring self-awareness to help others achieve calm, deeper learning and desired change. I met Toni a few years ago and she has such a gentle and accepting manner. Her inner fire inspires those that take her classes as she helps guide you along on change while moving towards a path of wellness whatever that looks like for you. With Mindful Pro, she has been able to provide a range of wellness experiences and include other fantastic wellness practitioners to spread opportunities for focusing on self care, mindfulness, healthy living and learning to the community. I happy to share a little about Mindful Pro as well as an upcoming New Year's event!
Peppermint Treats for the Holidays in the Chicago Suburbs
Holiday memories delight each year and the sparkle grows brighter and brighter as the season approaches! Peppermint treats evoke cherished holiday memories enjoying brilliant white and red candy canes or hot cocoa with peppermint. Over the years, I have enjoyed a few delicious peppermint treats here in the Chicago suburbs. So, I thought I would provide a little holiday magic by collecting some ideas for enjoying special peppermint treats from small businesses in our Chicago suburbs! Take a peek at my spots for peppermint treats. Our small businesses have some incredible and even some totally novel peppermint creations for the holidays! Before visiting, verify that the items are available -- since they are seasonal, their availability may flux over the next few weeks. Take a peek at these fantastic treats for the season:
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Meet Christina Klamer of Little Lady Impressions Crafting Incredible Floral and Feathered Accessories in the Chicago Suburbs
Christina Klamer of Little Lady Impressions fosters an incredible and growing talent for crafting floral and feathered headbands, fascinators, hat clips and more. Her pieces have dazzled me with their delicate elegance and perfect color and texture combinations. Christina also displays a warm heart and great enthusiasm for the community. Along with Alessa Gurrola of Raw Amor Jewelry, Christina has launched Revive Handmade Markets to help local artisans reach the public during challenging times. I am thrilled to share an interview with a local Chicago suburban artisan you should know, Christina Klamer:
Meet Laura Kowalski Founder and Kids' Yoga Instructor of Hop Along Yogi
When Covid stay-at-home orders started emerging across the country, a local artist friend told me that this would be a time of incredible creativity. Quickly, I witnessed many new and inspiring ideas flourish. I, too, found myself in a huge bubble of imagination and innovation. During these times, many of us creative entrepreneurs gravitated towards each other. Recently, I met Laura Kowalski who is an entrepreneurial Chicago suburban mom that will certainly inspire you.
