Read local! Head on over to our website to get this month's book recommendations by authors from the area. westsuburbanliving.net/April-2019/Apr…

LemonShark Poke is a fast-casual Hawaiian joint that lets diners customize bowls of fresh seafood and veggies. Want more details? Check out the dining section on our website! westsuburbanliving.net/April-2019/Lem…

Saw August Rush at the Paramount in Aurora this weekend. Quite different from the movie, but a very entertaining show. Good music, very talented performers and a first-class theatrical environment.

Check out the fun at the La Grange Carnival, which runs tonight through Sunday and features great rides, live music, food from local restaurants, a beer tent, and the locally famous Pet Parade, which steps off Saturday at 9:30 a.m. For more info go to cm.lgba.com/events/details…

Enjoy a variety of great food at Taste of Wheaton, plus a beer tent, live music, carnival rides, a car show, craft fair and much more, tonight through Sunday in downtown Wheaton. For a full schedule of activities go to wheatonparkdistrict.com/events/taste/

Our June issue is out today! Read about the vibrant equine culture from writer Jay Copp, pollinator gardens from writer Catherine Tully and a summer visit to Oak Park from writer Lynn Petrak. Our Summer Fun Guide is also in this issue, with family fairs, festivals, and concerts.

Writer Catherine Tully shares with homeowners how to plant a garden that will attract butterflies, bees, hummingbirds and more! Learn more about the specific pollinators and the flowers they are attracted to as well as some pollinator garden care basics in this month's issue!

Start horsing around and read this article by writer Jay Copp!🐎 From riding local trails and horse therapy to watching polo, learn all about these four-hooved creatures! instagram.com/p/ByTWbp7hSQM/…

It’s that time of the year again🍓🍋🥬🌽🍉🍇🥕 Don’t miss out on your local farmers market in this months issue! 🎪While you’re at it, head to Hinsdale for their Uniquely Thursday’s with live music in Burlington Park —… instagram.com/p/ByVTfNAhkAD/…

James Holzhauer finally met his match! We got the opportunity to interview this Jeopardy! star and learn all about his childhood in Naperville. Read more about our interview with James and how he got to where he is now in this month's issue! westsuburbanliving.net/June-2019/Q-A-…

Enjoy a variety of summer events in Cantigny! The Food Truck Festival and Mexican Folkloric Festival are happening this Friday and Saturday, June 14-15. Read more about the popular food truck experience in this month's issue by writer Lisa Sloan! westsuburbanliving.net/June-2019/Food…

A really fun day at Raging Waves Water Park in Yorkville— lots of great slides, a wave pool, lazy river and more, all of which are easily accessible in a park-like setting. A great way to start off the summer!

If you love wine, you may want to check out the Uncork Illinois Festival today from 1 to 9 p.m. in downtown Oak Park, where you can sample from more than 150 wines from 15 area wineries.

📫Our July/August issue is out! Read all about how to plan the perfect picnic this summer🧺, an interview with Villa Park’s actor and comedian Matt Kissane, a getaway in the town of Galena and much… instagram.com/p/BzYhUvsBufZ/…

Welcome to your next getaway in the town of Galena☀️ This historic small town charm will take you back in time. Don’t miss out on Galena’s Market House Square Arts Festival Aug. 10-11! Read more about this beautiful… instagram.com/p/BzYh_3lBkxE/…

Plan out your last 2 months of summer with our Out&About section🗓 Read this detailed calendar of events and see what’s going on in the western suburbs! From music, theatre and dance to festivals, fairs, kid… instagram.com/p/BzYkMIIhwJm/…

🧺✔️In this month's issue read all about how to plan a sensational summer alfresco outing! In writer Lisa Sloan's article, "Picnic Perfection," you will learn what to stock your basket with, where some great western… instagram.com/p/Bzsy4-tB9Wa/…

Don't miss out on Naperville's summer sidewalk sales starting tomorrow, July 11-13th! While you're in downtown Naperville, check out the dog sculptures on display until September. Read more about what is going on this summer at westsuburbanliving.net/Calendar/?sear…

Sip, stroll and shop at the Wheaton Wine Walk tonight, Aug. 8, from 5 to 8:30 p.m. in downtown Wheaton. Savor a beautiful summer evening and enjoy 12 tastes for $40. downtownwheaton.com

Looking for a good meal while also supporting local restaurants? Check out Downtown Wheaton's Virtual Restaurant Week through Apr. 26, where participating restaurants are offering special menu items at prix-fixe prices. To see the various offerings, go to downtownwheaton.com.