The Merion and Northwestern Athletics Enter Momentous Collaboration
The Merion of Evanston is proud to announce its new partnership with Northwestern Athletics as the “Preferred Senior Living Community of...
Health Benefits Are Simply Boun-TEA-ful
A (not so) new trend is brewing in cities across America. Although steeped in tradition dating back to 2000 BCE, tea, tea rooms and tea shops have...
Women’s History Month: Celebrating the Accomplishments of Women
There is no denying the immeasurable impact that women have made throughout history, and continue to make today. Whether it is campaigning for...
Furry Friends: More Than Just Pets
If you happened to miss it, this past February 20th was Love Your Pet Day. Described as an ‘unofficial national holiday…to focus on the special...
The Science of Happiness
Ask anyone to list what they value most in life and chances are that happiness ranks near the top. Merriam-Webster defines happiness as, “a state of...
Evanston Arts Council for The Merion
There is no denying that an appreciation for the arts is satisfying for both the spirit and the senses. From attending a theater production, or...
In Bloom: Gardening Cultivates A Healthier Way of Life
Gardening is one of the most popular hobbies, and it’s easy to understand why. With gardening you can enjoy the fresh air, get a little sun, let...
Who Rescued Whom?
I had a friend named Oscar. He was older. His friends had found other places to live and long moved away. He still had a lot of pep, but was well...
Exotic Locales Represented at A World of Tastes Events This Summer at The Merion
Experience the tastes of Mexico, Italy, France and Asia without having to leave Chicago's Northshore area. These are just a sample of the exotic...
Evanston senior building getting makeover
A longtime retirement apartment building in downtown Evanston is undergoing a major overhaul, turning the property into an upscale rental complex...