According to a famous Ella Fitzgerald song, "Summertime, and the livin' is easy." Well, maybe not so much if you're living in Chicago during a heat wave. If it seems like your thermometer won't stop edging upward, check out the following Lake Michigan beaches where you can seek refuge from Chicago's often hot dog days of summer.…
Great barbecue is hard to beat. It’s a meal and an experience. We’ve gathered a few recipes you’ll want to try this summer and fall. Remember, when you’re planning to craft these barbeque delights, the grills available on the BBQ deck of our Chicago apartments are an excellent place to do so! Delicious Barbecue Recipes Grilled Cumin-Rubbed…
The city of Chicago is known for robust urban living and offers the very best in metropolitan life and culture. However, not everyone is aware that Chicago is also a source for some of the best fried chicken in the country. National Fried Chicken Day is on July 6, but any day can be fried chicken day…
Chicago is a great city with lots of things to do, but traveling a bit outside of the city can be just as rewarding. In fact, there are some great events year-round that are perfect for getting together with friends and enjoying a fun afternoon just outside of the city. This summer, consider going to one of these events…
Father's Day is right around the corner, and if you don't have a place to take your dad this year, it's time to start researching a few restaurants. If you haven't started your research yet, we have a list of great barbecue restaurants to get you started. What dad wouldn't love barbecue on Father's Day?…
Discover some of the amazing festivals held in June that are within easy walking distance and just a short bus, train or car ride away from our apartments in Chicago, Illinois. The Chicago Underground Film Festival Get a glimpse into what the future of the entertainment industry looks like by attending the 25th Chicago Underground Film Festival.…
Spring is here! There are so many great reasons to live in the "Windy City," but May is a particularly favorite time for the residents of our Chicago apartments. The snow has finally begun to melt away, and the town is beginning to awake from its sleepy winter slumber. If you're ready to get out and…
Mother's Day is coming up soon, and to honor your mom this year, make sure you treat her to some treasured gifts. Fortunately, Chicago, Illinois, offers an array of shopping choices to suit all tastes and preferences. Here are a few shopping locations that are close to Presidential Towers apartments in Chicago. With the variety of options available, you…
Dating back to the Civil War, we have celebrated Memorial Day the last week of May, and it marks the official start of summer. On the 28th of May, 2018, we'll honor and remember all the men and women who've died serving with the American armed forces. To honor such heroic service and sacrifice, American families…
Thinking about summertime in the city? One of the best ways to make the most of it is to get away for some of it. But summertime travel can sometimes be on the pricey side. However, by planning for summer trips well in advance, you’ll be able to score some great deals for exciting travel…