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The Kidlist Guide for New Parents: Fun Things to Do with a Baby in Chicagoland!
When we put together our activities by age guide, we felt like something was missing. Even though we’d covered every age, from baby through teenagers, we realized there was something…
‘A Year with Frog and Toad’ at Chicago Children’s Theatre with Your Favorite Little Tadpole
The Chicago Children’s Theatre is the city’s largest professional theater company exclusively dedicated to children and young families. In addition to their amazing live theater experiences for kids, they also…
Where to Find the Last 4 Retro Drive-In Movie Theaters Near Chicago
Currently, there are only about 300 drive-in movie theaters still in operation in the United States. Give your family a feeling of nostalgia and make awesome memories by supporting a…
Places to See Dinosaurs: Museums, Attractions, and Events to Delight Your Dino-Loving Kids
T. rex, Stegasaurus, and Triceratops… in my home, these dinosaurs are celebrities! I love places to see dinosaurs and learn more with my kids, because there are so many activities…
25 Touch-A-Truck Events to Delight Kids with Tractors, Construction Trucks, Emergency Vehicles, and More
Kids can hop on big trucks, honk the horn on cool cars, and pretend to steer fire trucks to save the day at these local Touch-A-Truck events throughout the western…
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Kids Ear Piercing: Stores, Salons, Pediatricians, and Tattoo Parlors That Pierce Ears
As a mom with a young daughter at home, I am anticipating the special day when she asks me if she can get her ears pierced. When that day happens,…
Great Deal! All-You-Can-Eat Package at Kane County Cougars Games
We have so much fun at Kane County Cougars games… and we’re even more excited to find out about their all-you-can-eat package. It includes tickets, parking, and unlimited food! Keep…
VBS Near Me: Where to Find a 2024 Vacation Bible School
Each summer, churches host week-long Vacation Bible School (VBS) sessions. During these camps, children participate in crafts, games, singing, and learning lessons from the Bible to help ignite a passion…
New! Little Legends Indoor Play Place in Darien
My family and I had the opportunity to get a sneak peek of Little Legends, a new indoor play place and café located in Darien. We also had the pleasure…
Local Kite Festivals and Events Where You Can See Dazzling Tricks and Fly Kites Together
Kite festivals are family-friendly events filled with beginners looking to have fun, as well as professionals dazzling the crowd with tricks. We’ve found local kite festivals happening in 2024 for…
50+ Mouth-Watering Easter Dinner and Brunch Options 2024
Hop on over to these delicious Easter dinner and brunch options to take the stress out of Easter this year! I try to make every Easter memorable for my kids,…
31 Alleys to Take Kids Bowling And Strike Out Boredom
The sights and sounds of a bowling alley instantly bring out the kid in me! There is such a magical feeling watching your own children enjoy an activity that you…