National Black Business Month | Celebrating Chicago’s Black-Owned Businesses
For National Black Business Month, Jameson Sotheby’s International Realty is honored to feature some of Chicagoland’s thriving Black-owned businesses and the incredible work that they do. Ranging across all industries, from home maintenance to strategic marketing, these businesses all offer something special to Chicagoland’s communities.
World Water Week | Water Conservation Tips for the Home
Water is essential to life on Earth, and plays a large role in the world's economy through agriculture, fishing, trade transport, industry, and homes. During World Water Week, we recognize the value of water conservation globally and explore everyday ways to aid in water-related challenges.
Chicago Air + Water | Best Spots To View
The Chicago Air and Water Show is a must-see event every summer. This year it will be held from Saturday, August 19th to Sunday, August 20th — make sure to arrive early to secure your spot for the spectacular demonstrations by aircrafts, boats, and diving and parachute teams. If you want to be at the center of the action, bring chairs or a blanket and stake out a spot on the sand or grass anywhere on North Avenue Beach from Fullerton Avenue to Oak Street. You can also see the show from Navy Pier and the Miller Lite Beer Garden. For the VIP treatment, head to Shore Club. Enjoy the show from the beachfront bar’s sand-covered patio and private cabanas. Or grab a seat at Castaway’s—a beach bar and grill with cool drinks, live music, and excellent water and skyline views.
National Book Lovers Day | Agents’ Favorite Books + Bookstores
Booklovers unite! In honor of National Book Lovers Day, Jameson Sotheby’s International Realty agents have each recommended their favorite bookshops in the Chicagoland area. Keep scrolling to discover independent establishments offering both new and used books, spanning literary genres for both avid and casual readers.
Agent Favorites | Summer Rooftops
Chicagoland is world-famous for its bars and eateries that allow for sunny dining and spectacular views. Here are the personal favorites, from well-known spots to hidden gems, for outdoor dining in the Chicagoland area from our very own agents.
Chicagoland Farmer’s Markets | 2023
It's time to get outside and enjoy the harvest season! Farmers' markets are reopening this week across Chicagoland. Here's to nosing through bouquets of basil and dill, reveling in heirloom tomatoes and fragrant zucchini. Use our handy calendars as a guide to step out and support your local farmers, and enjoy a stroll through the stalls at your local market.
Pride Month | Resources to Combat Housing Discrimination
As this year’s Pride Month draws to a close, it is important to highlight the issue of fair housing for the LGBTQ+ community, and the many resources that exist to combat sex or gender-based discrimination in the home-buying process. We at Jameson Sotheby’s International Realty believe that everyone deserves a fair and respectful treatment in any real estate interaction…
Pride Month | Chicagoland Pride Events in 2023
As Pride Month 2023 draws to a close, Chicagoland is showing its support for LGBTQ+ Chicagoans by holding numerous events this weekend! From the Chicago Pride Parade organized by PRIDEChicago, to weekend-long parades and other events across multiple neighborhoods in the city and suburbs…
Agent Favorites | Beach Day Must-Haves
As summer draws nearer and nearer, Chicagoans are ready to spend time lakeside. Our agents have shared their beach day must-haves, from sunscreen to favorite towels, so pack up that beach bag and hit the sand!
Chicago Connected | Local Picnic Guide
What better way to soak in the sun and celebrate the summer solstice than with a delicious afternoon picnic? The city has everything you need for the perfect day out with a plethora of local sources for wine, cheese, charcuterie, and more, as well as endless gorgeous parks and lakefront locations to spend a relaxing few hours outdoors…
