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Beautiful Places to Enjoy Fall Colors Nearby and Local Fall Leaf Guide

Fall is such a lovely season in Chicagoland! Those vibrant falling leaves mixed with just the right amount of sunshine and crisp air make for the most picture-perfect days. We’re…

Chicagoland’s Kid-Friendly Theater Guide: Fall and Winter 2021–22

The return of live theater is such exciting news! We’re thrilled to share all of the upcoming kid-friendly productions happening in Chicagoland this fall and winter season. The joy of…

Places to Go with a Baby or Toddler: Activities for Kids 0–2

The first few years of parenting can be the most overwhelming, and sometimes the best thing for both you and your baby is a change of scenery. Climbing, dancing, playing…

Fall Festivals and Oktoberfests Happening in 2021

Our roundup of Fall festivals and Oktoberfests is huge this year. At these family-friendly events, you’ll find pumpkin carving, corn mazes, delicious foods, hayrides, petting zoos, and even some oompah…

A Guide to Driving Schools in Chicagoland’s Western Suburbs

Anyone else entering this new stage where you suddenly have a kid who is old enough to learn how to drive? Although many high schools offer driver’s education programs, they…

Hop on Board at Skate Parks in the Western Suburbs

Nothing tests your child’s coordination and balance quite like being on a skateboard. Throughout the western suburbs, you can find plenty of skate parks to ride, slide or maybe even…

Local Homeschooling Resources: Q&A, Day Classes, Groups, Co-ops, and More

Whether you’re considering homeschooling and want an expert perspective or in the thick of it and looking for extra enrichment, this guide will give you west suburban groups, classes, and…

Kids’ Basketball Teams, Leagues, and Skill Building

If your child dreams of nothin’ but net — or they’ve outgrown dunking on the Little Tikes hoop — you’ve got lots of choices. From competitive traveling teams to all-kids-play…

Gymnastics and Tumbling Classes for Kids

Do summer olympics have your child inspired? Boys and girls will build coordination, strength, and confidence as they bounce, cartwheel, and flip to their heart’s content! Find a class that…

Bump, Set, Spike! Volleyball Clubs, Clinics and Camps for Kids

Volleyball is a great way for kids to develop a stronger sense of confidence and dedication while honing those teamwork and communication skills! Whether your child has never played or…

Chicagoland Children’s Choirs and Youth Choirs

Children’s choirs are the perfect place for kids who enjoy singing to hone their skills, build their confidence, and be an integral part of a group that fosters creativity and…

Local STEAM and STEM Classes in the West Suburbs

Does your child love to tinker, get lost in a pile of LEGOs, or take apart their toys? These interests are all related to STEAM: science, technology, engineering, art, and…

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Beautiful Places to Enjoy Fall Colors Nearby and Local Fall Leaf Guide

Chicagoland’s Kid-Friendly Theater Guide: Fall and Winter 2021–22

Places to Go with a Baby or Toddler: Activities for Kids 0–2

Fall Festivals and Oktoberfests Happening in 2021

A Guide to Driving Schools in Chicagoland’s Western Suburbs

Hop on Board at Skate Parks in the Western Suburbs

Local Homeschooling Resources: Q&A, Day Classes, Groups, Co-ops, and More

Kids’ Basketball Teams, Leagues, and Skill Building

Gymnastics and Tumbling Classes for Kids

Bump, Set, Spike! Volleyball Clubs, Clinics and Camps for Kids

Chicagoland Children’s Choirs and Youth Choirs

Local STEAM and STEM Classes in the West Suburbs

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