Gyms with Childcare Near Me and Ways to Exercise with Kids
The last two years have certainly made it difficult for parents to prioritize their own health. Many gyms are back to offering childcare for parents during their workouts; the list…
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Where to Find Hot Cocoa Bombs in Chicago’s Western Suburbs
Trend alert! Hot cocoa bombs are the hot item to keep us cozy this winter: a hard chocolate shell that holds hot chocolate mix and marshmallows or other candies. When…
Kid-Friendly History Museums and Historical Societies with Events for Kids
Do your children like learning about history? My boys love to “go back in time” and visit our local Historical Society in Western Springs. There is a Children’s Museum on…
Where to Donate School Supplies and School Supply Drives
The start of a new school year brings a lot of nerves, but especially to those children who don’t have all the proper school supplies to start the year off…
La Grange Rocks 5K
Who needs earbuds when youโve got live bands along the race route? Unplug from your headphones and enjoy live music performed by local bands as you race or walk. Join…
Reader Recommended: Best Birthday Cakes
We asked both the Kidlist Facebook page and email subscribers to share their favorite places to get a birthday cake (or cupcakes) and all of the responses were awesome! So…
The Man Behind the Residential Holiday Light Show in La Grange
It’s time to see the lights of the season!ย It’s so funย to packย the kids in the carย with their pajamas on and listen to Christmas music while driving around to see the…
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2023-24 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…
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2024 Best Summer Camps for Kids in Chicago’s Suburbs
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Best Preschool Near Me: The Answer To Your Search in Chicago’s Western Suburbs
If you are searching for “the best preschool near me”, you came to the right place! With the help of local preschools and care facilities, we created this resource for…
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…
Kids Eat Free Every Day of the Week in the Chicagoland Suburbs
I love those specials days where my kitchen is clean, I don’t have to cook, and its restaurant night! There is nothing better than sitting down with your family at…
Places to See Dinosaurs: Museums, Attractions, and Events to Delight Your Dino-Loving Kids
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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…