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We did it again! This year's Habitat for Humanity Build Day was bigger than ever.
For the fifth year in a row, we've partnered with Habitat for Humanity to host build days where volunteers from across the company work together to help meet the urgent need for affordable housing in Chicagoland. Each year, we strive to expand the size and scope of this event, and on Friday, September 11, 2026, we reached a new milestone with our biggest build day yet.
At six build sites in Austin (Chicago), Glen Ellyn, Aurora, Joliet, Woodstock, and Waukegan, nearly 100 volunteers worked together with local Habitat for Humanity organizations to strip and replace siding, frame and install windows, install doors, construct a garage, paint, install flooring, and apply house wrap.
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Build day is just one facet of how Baird & Warner gives back. In collaboration with the Chicago chapter of Habitat for Humanity, we've aligned on A Partnership for Good — a multi-year vision to strengthen communities from the ground up.
"I am so proud of our company and all of you for making giving back part of how we do business every day," said Lucy Baird, Baird & Warner's chief stewardship officer. We're delighted to see how this event continues to grow and to help even more people achieve their dream of homeownership.
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Talk of The Town: October 2026
AFTER DARK
As the days grow shorter and evenings arrive earlier, October invites us to look at nighttime in a whole new way. This month, Talk of the Town explores the world after dark, from bustling night markets and late-night dining to the science of darkness and movies that capture the magic, mystery, and occasional mayhem of the night.
In many parts of the world, after dark is when markets truly come alive. Nowhere is this more evident than Asia, where night markets are a beloved part of urban culture. In Taipei, Nanjichang Night Market is a local favorite known for its traditional Taiwane...
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Talk of The Town: September 2026
LAST CALL FOR SUMMER!
September has a bittersweet magic all its own—the warmth lingers, festivals are still in full swing, and there's time to soak it all in before the season turns. This month, Talk of the Town is making the most of every last golden moment, from far-flung escapes that stretch summer well into winter to festive celebrations and a few perfect patios worth savoring before they close for the season.
Just because the calendar says autumn is coming doesn't mean summer has to end. When winter arrives in North America, the Southern Hemisphere is the place to go to extend your summer hurrahs all the way through March.
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Decluttering before back-to-school and where to donate around Chicagoland
Another school year is about to start, and with it comes a flood of books, backpacks, and homework into Chicagoland homes. Our real estate agents are here to help with handy decluttering tips and to show you where to take your donations this season.
Decluttering tips for Chicagoland homeowners
Getting ready for the school year starts with making space. Decluttering your home now will help avoid messes and clutter during the season ahead. Start with these simple steps:
Organize the entryway
Everyone in the house—and all their belongings—passes through your front door every day during the school year. Get this area organized with hooks, hangers, and cubbies for jackets, backpacks, and shoes. To avoid future clutter, make it a rule that only items that leave the house frequently belong in the entryway area. ...
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Don't miss these farmers markets before summer ends
Summer is here, and fresh produce is arriving every week at farmers markets all over Chicagoland. From the suburbs to the city, our real estate agents are here to share their favorite places to find fresh, local goods in the Chicago area.
Shop Chicagoland's top farmers markets
Growers and makers all over Northeast Illinois bring fresh fruits and vegetables, meat and dairy products, homemade foods, and handmade goods to Chicago's farmers markets all summer long. Here's where to shop local and support farmers in Chicagoland's unique neighborhoods.
Oak Park Farmers' Market – Oak Park, IL
Address: 460 Lake St., Oak...
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