Founded in 1977, the Bank of America Chicago Marathon is the height of attainment for both everyday runners and seasoned athletes. This year, the marathon has been slated for October 7, giving numerous runners a chance to achieve their dream. As a community member of Presidential Towers, you will not have to worry about scrambling…
Labor Day has come to represent the official end of summer. While there are certainly plenty of toasty days ahead of us, this is the weekend when people really get out and enjoy the beauty of the area surrounding our Chicago apartments. If you're looking for something fun to do this Labor Day weekend, here are a…
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.…
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…
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…
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…