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Ready to feel refreshed, balanced & reconnected to YOU? Want to be pampered & inspired by some of the most renowned and exclusive health & wellness experts around? Then you need to join us at Chicago’s newest concept, The Be Healthful Retreat. This all-inclusive, all-day open house event is presented by BalancedBabe.com, Healthful, and co-hosted by In Good Taste Magazine. Thirty percent of ticket sales will be donated to a Chicago non-profit with global reach, Charity4Life. Sponsors and partners include Whole Foods Market, Karyn's Raw, Door-to-Door Organics, and a host of other health/wellness leaders and businesses in Chicago.

Hi, I am Holly Simon and the mother of 5 kids. When my 5th child was born here in Chicago everyone in the delivery room noticed that Nate had Down Syndrome. Unfortunately the usual CONGRATULATIONS were not heard. The doctors and nurses all said that they were sorry to my husband and I. Can you imagine? The fears? The horror? "Sorry" must mean he was dying.

For the past few years I have been involved with Susan G. Komen 3 Day Event (a 60 mile walk spanning over 3 days). Since 2008 our team has raised over $75,000 towards the cause. I thought, hey, I’m doing my part, right? But, breast cancer just scratches the surface. On top of illnesses and disease, our nation, even our city of Chicago, faces serious issues with bullying and cruelty, poverty, gangs, unclean water, sex trafficking, the woes in this world are incredible and like most 20-somethings, actually, like most middle-class Americans, these causes were not affecting me.

You can team with the Cubs' Anthony Rizzo to save kids' lives. Plus, you can own his game used jersey and bat. How? Keep reading...

On August 7th, the Chicago Fire Soccer Club is hosting the fourth annual White Party at the MCA Warehouse. Named one of the Chicago Tribune’s top parties of 2013, this marquee event will feature a premium open bar, food from top Chicago restaurants including Rockit Bar & Grill, a live DJ, appearances by Chicago Fire players and more! Guests are encouraged to dress in their best white attire and get ready for a unique event that they surely won’t forget.

For the past few years, I have attended the Windy City Rubber Duck Derby here in Chicago. For those of you who haven’t been to the Rubber Duck Derby you can go on Thursday, August 7th. The event is held every year to benefit the Special Olympics of Illinois. Since 1968 the organization has been helping people with intellectual disabilities, and there are over 22,000 athletes who participate in this program.

The violence in Chicago this summer has been increasing. As a larger community, we must work together to provide alternatives to our youth.

All my “single ladies” (and guys!) put your hands up because Chicago is welcoming two very special guests to Soldier Field July 24 for a powerful performance unlike anything you’ve seen before.

Join in the 9th Annual Gaming-for-Green event where you can play poker for the best reason...charity!

Among all the festivals in Chicago each summer, Tour de Fat is one you won't want to miss! Who doesn't love bikes AND beer?!