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…
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2021 Fourth of July Celebrations and Fireworks to Light Up the Sky
Keep your eyes on the sky this Fourth of July! The western suburbs have quite a few 4th of July fireworks displays returning in 2021, and even a few parades,…
Summer 2021 Outdoor Movies in the West Suburbs
Outdoor movies in the park is our favorite summertime activity. We pack up blankets, comfy chairs and snacks, ready to soak up a beautiful summer evening while watching a family-friendly…
2021 Farmers Markets and French Markets
#Shoplocal! Local produce, products, and much more at farmers markets all around the Chicagoland suburbs. Head out with your children to pick out fruits and vegetables that are locally grown…
July 2021 Family-Friendly Events
July might be my favorite month of the year! We start with 4th of July festivities and then cruise into weeks of summertime fun. Water parks, beaches, and splashpads will…
Local Activity Kits and Subscriptions for Easy At-Home Fun
What are we going to do today? We’re in the dog days of winter, and finding our usual resources for fun to be tapped out. Activity kits are available throughout…
Movie Theater Rentals in Chicago’s Western Suburbs
Are you looking for a unique birthday party venue or maybe just a surprise night out for your family? Movie theaters across the western suburbs are renting out their giant…
Sell, Buy, and Save Big at These Spring 2021 Children’s Resale Events
Resale season is upon us! This spring, take the time to clean out your closets and make space for the amazing scores you find at these local children’s resales. Consigning…
2020 Trick-or-Treat Hours for Halloween in Chicago’s West Suburbs
The Kidlist team is beyond excited for Halloween this year! After seeing so many fun events and holiday celebrations canceled earlier in 2020, we’re so happy to see trick-or-treating happening…
Chicago Steel Live Strong As Steel Assembly
The Chicago Steel Hockey Team’s signature “Live Strong As Steel” program is presented to thousands of students annually. In partnership with Two by Two Character Development, each fun and educational…
How Do We Make Our Kids’ Birthdays Special Right Now?
For many of us parents who have kids with spring birthdays, we are scrambling to find new ways to make these occasions special during the coronavirus stay-at-home order. My daughter…
The Votes Are In: 10 BEST Indoor Playgrounds and Play Spaces
Thank you to all our readers who voted to help create our second annual list of best indoor playgrounds! You would not believe how much has changed in a year.…
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