20 DΓa de los Muertos Events to Remember and Celebrate Your Loved Ones
DΓa 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…
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140 Wickedly-Fun Halloween Events for Kids in 2023
Family-friendly Halloween events for kids are everywhere this year, and we’re sure they’ll be wickedly awesome. Kids can test out their costumes as well as their trick-or-treating skills. They’ll decorate…
19 Fishing Derbies and Where to Go Fishing Plus Must-Have Gear
Over the past few summers, our family has enjoyed more time outdoors in nature than ever before. Fishing is a simple, relaxing activity that has taken over all of our…
What are the Usual Trick-or-Treating Hours in the Western and Northwestern Suburbs?
What hours does your town allow trick or treating? Find out here!
Giant Map of Fun: Outdoor Places to Go with Kids
With the weather thawing out even a little bit, I’m so excited to be out and about again! These outdoor places to go with kids help alleviate my kids’ cabin…
What to Do at Mallard Lake in Hanover Park
Mallard Lake offers families fresh air, sunshine, and beautiful views! Mallard Lake is DuPage County’s largest recreational lake in the forest preserve district. We spent the whole morning walking, fishing,…
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2023 Best Summer Camps for Kids in Chicago’s Western Suburbs
Time to dream of warmer weather and sign up for some indoor and outdoor summer camps! Some camps are currently taking registrations, while others are still formulating their plans. But…
How to Find the Best Preschool or Daycare for Your Family
Looking for a preschool or daycare for your little one? You came to the right place! With the help of local preschools and care facilities, we created a searchable directory…
All the 2023 Free Museum Days in Chicago and the Suburbs: Field Museum, Shedd, and More!
Free museums 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 at…
The Best Kids Birthday Party Places, Kids Party Entertainment, Party Rentals, and more
Looking for the best kids birthday party places? Want to hire entertainment? Decoration experts? Yard Signs? Bounce houses? Food? We want to make planning an amazing party easy and fun!…
Talented Family Photographers Serving Chicago’s Western 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…
Your 2023-2024 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…
Things to Do and Places to Go for All Ages, from Babies to Teenagers: Activities by Age
With so many amazing things to do with kids in Chicagoland, how do you find the best places for each age group? And how can you avoid showing up with…
Where Kids Eat Free in the Western Suburbs
Enjoy a night off cooking and a great discount at these restaurants that offer kids eat free deals across the Chicago suburbs.