2021 Trick-or-Treat Hours for Halloween in the Western Suburbs
It’s Trick-or-Treat time! The neighborhoods of the western suburbs are about to be full of spooky ghosts, strong princesses, and scary villains. My kids can’t be the only ones begging…
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The Ultimate Guide to Indoor Play Areas: Open Play + Private Rentals
Cold days are coming, but don’t fret; we found amazing places where kids can burn off all that extra energy. More and more indoor playgrounds are welcoming kids back into…
2021 Best-Decorated Halloween Houses: Map, Driving Routes, Photos, Descriptions and More!
We are dying to bring you our 5th Annual Best Decorated Halloween Houses list with a map, photos, important details (like How scary is it? When will the display be…
All the Local 2021 Halloween Trunk-or-Treat Events
I don’t remember trunk-or-treat events from my own childhood, but as a parent, I absolutely love them. These kid-friendly events are the perfect opportunity to test out your family’s trick-or-treating…
Local Hayrides, Forest Walks, and Haunted Houses for Halloween 2021
There’s a chill in the air . . . and little ghosts and goblins everywhere are on the hunt for a good scare! These local hayrides, forest walks, and haunted…
2021 Family-Friendly Halloween Events
Organizations across the western suburbs have pulled out all the stops to ensure you and your little goblins have a spook-tacular time. Creep through haunted forests, carve pumpkins, and enjoy…
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…
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…
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…
Where to Take Ice Skating Lessons in Chicagoland
Does your child love to watch the winter Olympics? Do they dream of twirling across the ice? We’ve looked into all of the ice skating lessons in Chicago’s western suburbs…
Indoor Swim Lessons in the West Suburbs
When summer ends, your swim lessons don’t have to! Water safety skills are important to work on all year long. Keep that momentum going throughout the school year with indoor…
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Where to Have the Best Kids Birthday Party + Entertainers, Rentals, Decor, Food, and More
Looking for kids birthday party places? Want to hire entertainment? Balloon decorations? Yard Signs? Bounce houses? Food? We want to make planning an amazing party easy and fun! You will…
All the 2021 Chicago-Area Museum Free Days
The Chicagoland is filled with some of the most renowned museums in the world, giving local families up-close and personal experiences to learn about underwater adventures, priceless works of art,…
Use Our Searchable Directory to Find the Best Preschool or Daycare for Your Family
Looking for a preschool or daycare near you for your little one? You came to the right place. With the help of local preschools and care facilities, we created a…
Family Photographers Who Serve the Western Suburbs
It’s so special to be able to capture memorable moments with you and your kids. I don’t know about you, but our pictures are often missing either me or my husband! That’s definitely one…
Where Kids Eat Free in Chicago’s West Suburbs
Restaurants across the Chicagoland area are helping out parents and taking the stress out of meal time! Whether you’re looking for take-out to ease the stress of dinner time or…
Your Guide to Kids Classes and Teams in the Western Suburbs
If you’re looking for classes and teams for your children to join this school year, you’re in the right place! The local businesses in our community have wonderful options for…
The Best Places to Go for Each Age Group
There are so many places to go in the west and southwest suburbs of Chicago, so how do you know where the best places for each age group are?! Introducing…