Activities at Home
28 Things to Do When School Is Closed in the Western Suburbs
Looking for fun things to do when school is closed in Chicago's west suburbs? Check out our round-up of kid-friendly places to go and things to do at home.
Holiday Gift Guide for Kids of All Ages
We've scoped out all the new toys and games this season and only our favorites are included in this holiday gift guide.
Family Thanksgiving Traditions, Local Events Favorite Books, and More
The Kidlist Team shares their family Thanksgiving traditions! Get ideas for your own family and share your ideas to make Thanksgiving special each year.
2018 Toy Drives and Donations in the Southwest Suburbs for Holiday Giving
The holiday season is a great time to teach kids about generosity and giving. Check out our round-up of toy drives collecting new and gently used gifts.
Toy Drives and Donations in the Western Suburbs to Spread the Cheer
2018 toy drives in Chicago's western suburbs for unopened toys, plus where to donate gently used toys. Get in the holiday spirit of giving!
Kid-Friendly Halloween Guide for the Southwest Suburbs
Halloween events, books, crafts, costumes, allergy-friendly treats, kids eat free, and more in this guide to a kid-friendly Halloween.
The Teal Pumpkin Project and Other Allergy-Friendly Halloween Ideas
Halloween can be tricky to navigate for parents of kids with food allergies. We put together some strategies for an allergy-friendly Halloween night.
“Kindness Rocks” and Local Rock Painting Groups
Local rock painting groups are getting in on the fun of painting and placing fun, inspirational Kindness Rocks around town. Check out local groups!
Games To Play With Big Families
3 Sunny Day Activities for Infants
It's time to get out and play in the sunshine! We've got three ideas for outdoor fun with even the littlest babies. Activities for infants at home.
Fall Spice Play Dough
The perfect play dough recipe for autumn with great aromas of cinnamon, nutmeg and allspice. Your kids are going to love this!