24 Local Volunteer Opportunities for Kids to Spread Hope Together with Their Families
As the holiday season begins, it can be easy to get swept up in the excitement of the material parts of the season. Finding ways to volunteer to give back…
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A Sneak Peek of Hershey Super Sweet Adventure
Hershey Super Sweet Adventure is a hands-on, story-driven adventure full of interactive experiences inspired by all your favorite Hershey Treats. During your visit, you’ll earn the special title of “Sweet…
2024 Nutcracker Chicago and Holiday Theater Performances
Going to see a live holiday theater production or Nutcracker Chicago or suburbs performance is such a special and festive outing for winter holiday family fun! There are lots of…
Get Free Pictures with Santa for a Christmas 2024 Keepsake to Treasure Forever
Getting a picture of my kids with Santa each season is always a highlight of the holidays. When they get to meet Santa and I can get that Christmas photo…
25 Dรญa de los Muertos Events to Remember and Celebrate Your Loved Ones
Dรญa de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is a Mexican holiday celebrating life and death of one’s ancestors. Celebrations take place over two days in the fall, November…
The Countdown is On: “Noon Year’s Eve” and Other Local NYE Events for Kids Sell Out Quick!
The countdown is on for 2025! Celebrate at these kids’ New Year’s festivities with bubbles, music, bounce houses, and countless other ways to enjoy some family-friendly fun to close out…
Where to See “Santa Near Me” All Across Chicagoland in 2024
There’s nothing sweeter than a visit with Santa during the Christmas season. With a nervous wave, a giggly smile, and a wish list in hand, a stop to see Santa…
2024 Toy Drives and Donation Opportunities to Spread Holiday Cheer
The spirit of holiday cheer encourages us towards generosity, and toy drives are a great way to help kids get into the giving. Involving kids can start with explaining the…
Your 2024-25 Guide to Children’s Theater and Live Performances in Chicagoland
There’s nothing quite like live theater, especially when it can be enjoyed with the whole family. There are so many great options of children’s theater in the Chicagoland area. Live…
2024 Fall Festivals and Oktoberfests in the Chicago Suburbs
Fall is here, and it’s time to celebrate pumpkin season. For as much as I love summer in Chicago, there’s something so perfect about our fall weather. Our roundup of…
Best Places for Fall Family Pictures and Fall Photo Session Openings
It’s that time again: the kids are back in school and the weather is slowly cooling. That means the leaves will be changing into beautiful hues of yellow, red, and…
Local Hanukkah Events to Celebrate the Festival of Lights in 2024
Hanukkah (or Chanukah), a Jewish festival also known as the Festival of Lights, starts at sundown December 25, 2024 and ends on the night of January 2, 2025. Take advantage…
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2024โ25 Guide to Kids Classes and Teams
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…
Kids Eat Free Every Day of the Week in the Chicagoland Suburbs
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All the 2024 Free Museum Days Chicago and the Suburbs Have to Offer
Free museum days in Chicago?! Yes, please! Our visits to museums and zoos are core memory-makers for our children, especially when they involve a trip to the city. After marveling…
Talented Family Photographers Serving Chicago’s Suburbs
It’s so special to be able to capture memorable moments with you and your kids. I don’t think I’m alone in having thousands of action photos of my kids, but very few with…
Things to Do and Places to Go for All Ages, from Babies to Teenagers: Activities by Age
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