Posts from January 2026
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Five Things To Do in Chicago: Jan. 16 to 18, 2026
New year, fresh plans. Bundle up and make the most of a winter weekend near you.
Spend a night at the museum at Dozin' With the Dinos.
The Field Museum opens its doors after hours for an overnight experience that blends science, storytelling, and hands-on exploration. Rotate through activities like fossil formation, animal tracking, and owl pellet dissection before setting out with flashlights once the galleries go dark.
Date: Jan. 17–8
Time: 5:30 p.m.–9 a.m.
Cost: $90
Location: Field Museum
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Eight Things To Do in the City and Western Suburbs: Jan. 9 to 11, 2026
New year, fresh plans. Bundle up and make the most of a winter weekend near you.
Go on a Walk & Talk: Evening Owl Prowl.
A simple winter outing turns into a literary stroll with this outdoor story trail featuring The Snowy Day. Pages from the beloved children's book are posted along the path, encouraging families to read as they walk. After the loop, pick up a craft and activity bag to continue the story-inspired fun at home.
Date: Jan. 9
Time: 5 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location:
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Five Things To Do in the Northern Suburbs: Jan. 9 to 11, 2026
New year, fresh plans. Bundle up and make the most of a winter weekend near you.
Lace up for Skate in the Park.
This event opens with a professional figure skating demonstration before transitioning into open skate, where attendees are invited to bring their own skates and hit the ice. Off the rink, there's a shoot-the-puck contest, a bonfire, and classic cold-weather treats like hot chocolate and s'mores.
Date: Jan. 10
Time: 12–3 p.m.
Cost: $36+
Location: Gelatin Park, 250 Library Ln., Grayslake
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Five Things To Do in Chicago: Jan. 9 to 11, 2026
New year, fresh plans. Bundle up and make the most of a winter weekend near you.
Roll the dice at Board Game Bash.
Gotham Gaming's monthly Board Game Bash offers a casual, drop-in way to spend an evening around the table. Bring your own games or choose from a library of more than 75 options, ranging from quick party games to longer strategy-based favorites.
Date: Jan. 10
Time: 7–10 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Center on Halsted, 3656 N. Halsted St.
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Budget-Friendly Home Organization Tips for a Fresh Start
Winter isn't always the most organized season in our homes. With clutter left over from the holidays and limited opportunities to get outside, homes start to become disorganized and chaotic. Our real estate agents are here to help.
Organization Tips for Your Chicagoland Home
Whether getting organized is part of your New Year's resolution, or you simply want to get a head start on spring cleaning, these simple and affordable organization tips will help your Chicagoland home look its best this winter.
Declutter and Donate (or Sell)
The first and arguably most important step toward a tidier home is eliminating clutter. That means identifying what you don't need, excess tchotchkes, outdated decor, unworn clothes, old books and magazines, and finding them a new home.
What to do with all your old stuff? Start...
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