Author: Erika Davis

Chicago offers so many unique activities each season and each neighborhood has gems. Even in the sometimes frosty temperatures, residents and visitors can enjoy winter wonderland activities for all ages. Explore a few of these fun activities near Rogers Park and the Gold Coast.

Many people don’t know that the Saturday after Thanksgiving is recognized as Small Business Saturday. It is a nationwide movement to celebrate small businesses and all that they do for their communities. In addition to providing vital employment opportunities, small businesses enhance our neighborhoods with unique creativity and character. For the holidays, TAWANI Property Management encourages everyone to shop small.

Halloween is the one day each year when you can pretend to be anyone or anything! Whether you like dressing up in costume, costume-watching, or sneaking a piece of candy out of the trick-or-treat bowl, the spookiest day of the year is just around the corner. Chicago is full of haunted fun for everyone this Halloween season. TAWANI Property Management found these fun ways to experience Halloween with children, adult friends or family and pets.

With summer ending and cold months approaching, finding indoor activities is a must! Lucky for us, amongst the many reasons the North Shore of Chicago is a fantastic place to live, there’s also a thriving creative scene with opportunities for newbie crafters and professional artisans alike. The Rogers Park and the Gold Coast neighborhoods have an array of studios, small businesses, and schools that offer do-it-yourself classes to the public. Here are five places where you can learn to craft and create close to home:

Chicago is known for its unique architectural landscape. As property managers, we’re committed to protecting this architectural legacy, from landmark buildings to newly renovated retail spaces. Here’s a peek at some of the available commercial properties we manage to help Chicago-area businesses thrive.

July 30th is officially The International Day of Friendship and a prime opportunity to celebrate the true meaning of friendship across Chicago. In 2011, the United Nations proclaimed this day as International Day of Friendship by the UN General Assembly with the idea that “friendship between peoples, countries, cultures, and individuals can inspire peace efforts and build bridges between communities.” Whether you’re in Rogers Park, The Gold Coast, or another Chicago neighborhood, here are some ideas on sharing in this spirit of community on July 30th and beyond.

June is a busy month in Chicago! In addition to warmer weather and longer days, June brings opportunities to honor Dads and Graduates, celebrate Pride month and commemorate Juneteenth. Here are some ideas for celebrating the June holidays near our Rogers Park and Gold Coast TAWANI Property Management homes:

May is Asian-American and Pacific Islander Heritage (AAPI) Month, and we can celebrate our AAPI neighbors with establishments in the Rogers Park and Gold Coast areas. From dining to physical fitness to arts & entertainment, there’s no shortage of AAPI culture in our beloved city of Chicago.

April is National Stress Awareness Month, and we’re highlighting some local businesses to help you de-stress. Chronic stress is a serious subject that involves more than a quick fix. We hope that these suggestions are meant to provide some bright spots in your day, which ultimately can keep stress from accumulating. What’s more – you’ll be supporting local Rogers Park business owners and employees, brightening their day too!

In our great city of Chicago, there is so much to do, see, and experience that you could easily spend all your time out of the house. Still, there’s no feeling quite like walking into the door of your own home sweet home. As we head into Spring, it’s the perfect time to spring clean your closet and make your space much more inviting. Here are five steps to clean and organize your closet like a pro.