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50 Super Fun Summer Bucket List Activities to Inspire an Unforgettable Summer 2023 (+ Free Printable!)

As the countdown to Memorial Day weekend gets shorter, I can practically hear the sizzle of food on the grill, feel the warmth of the sunshine, and smell the bonfires…

New Sculptures! “Of the Earth” and an Inside Look at The Morton Arboretum

Today we had the privilege of seeing the newest sculptures at The Morton Arboretum and they are beautiful! The Morton Arboretum is a favorite for us and if you haven’t…

30 Free Summer Activities, Events, and Places to Go for Budget-Savvy Fun

While we love summertime adventures, it’s no secret that the cost of outing after outing can get quite expensive. We’ve rounded up a variety of free summer activities that are…

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60 Splash Pads and Spray Playgrounds: Your Secret Weapon for Chicagoland Summer Fun

Summer in Chicagoland means that it’s time to get outside and take advantage of the warm weather we’ve been longing for with awesome summer activities. Sunshine, warm temperatures, and no…

All the Outdoor Free Concerts for Summer 2023

Grab your lawn chairs, coolers, and your dancing shoes — we’ve gathered the list of free concerts outdoors this summer in the western suburbs to help keep you and your…

Find Movies in the Park All Summer Long: Puss In Boots, The Bad Guys, Wakanda Forever, & More

Pack your picnic blanket and your popcorn: summer is outdoor movie season! Larger-than-life movie screens throughout the western suburbs will fill with new family-friendly favorites like The Bad Guys or…

36 Skateboard Parks for All Ages in the Western Suburbs

Nothing tests your child’s coordination and balance quite like being on a skateboard. Throughout the western suburbs, you can find plenty of skateboard parks where kids can ride, slide, or…

10 Best Playgrounds: The Winners are Incredible!

Living in Chicago’s western suburbs, we are lucky to have such amazing playgrounds to explore! Especially in the summertime, I love trying to find the best playgrounds near me. I…

You Chose the 9 Best Local Toddler Parks, and We’re In Love with These Tot-Friendly Picks

Finding the right toddler parks near here can seem a bit like finding the needle in the haystack. The park may be too far, may not have the right equipment…

Dive Into These Outdoor Pools Near Me with Daily Admission Passes in Chicago’s Western Suburbs

Each summer, I become more convinced that my daughter is half-mermaid; she could spend an entire day swimming and still not want to leave the pool. Luckily, there are dozens…

48 Local Places that Offer Kids Ear Piercing Services

A question that constantly comes up in my mom group is: When is the right time to let kids get their ears pierced? The second question is usually: Where do…

New Exhibits & Immersive Experiences: The Most Cutting Edge Encounters in Chicagoland

New exhibits and immersive experiences are popping up all over the Chicagoland area. As if we need more reasons to love our trips to spots like the Field Museum or…

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50 Super Fun Summer Bucket List Activities to Inspire an Unforgettable Summer 2023 (+ Free Printable!)

New Sculptures! “Of the Earth” and an Inside Look at The Morton Arboretum

30 Free Summer Activities, Events, and Places to Go for Budget-Savvy Fun

60 Splash Pads and Spray Playgrounds: Your Secret Weapon for Chicagoland Summer Fun

All the Outdoor Free Concerts for Summer 2023

Find Movies in the Park All Summer Long: Puss In Boots, The Bad Guys, Wakanda Forever, & More

36 Skateboard Parks for All Ages in the Western Suburbs

10 Best Playgrounds: The Winners are Incredible!

You Chose the 9 Best Local Toddler Parks, and We’re In Love with These Tot-Friendly Picks

Dive Into These Outdoor Pools Near Me with Daily Admission Passes in Chicago’s Western Suburbs

48 Local Places that Offer Kids Ear Piercing Services

New Exhibits & Immersive Experiences: The Most Cutting Edge Encounters in Chicagoland

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