Every year, Oakbrook Center generously gives away all of the tulip bulbs that are planted around the mall. They even figured out a way to continue the tradition last year! It worked well, so this year will be the same. We were at the mall again today and they have some beautiful purple, yellow, and red tulips! Keep reading for…
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Sharing the arts with your kids is such an unforgettable, wonderful experience! And, thankfully, there are some amazing, family-friendly theater productions happening in the months to come throughout the Chicagoland area! Kidlist has you covered with an excellent listing of shows (both virtual and hopefully in-person, too) that include adult ensembles, all-kids casts, virtual puppet shows, and even audio adventures….
Having grown up in a Catholic home, I love a good fish fry on Friday. Keeping traditions alive during the pandemic has been tricky, but this is a great way to support local businesses. Restaurants, churches and VFWs throughout the western suburbs offer tasty fish options for families during Lent. Many have modified their menu or are limiting to carry-out…
Spring break week is the welcome reprieve our family needs from our usual routines of school and work. This time off is our preview of all the excitement heading our way in the summer. Like so many families, we’re staying home this spring break, but that won’t stop us from trying out new things. We like to find new parks…