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Places to See Dinosaurs: Museums, Attractions, and Events to Delight Your Dino-Loving Kids

T. rex, Stegasaurus, and Triceratops… in my home, these dinosaurs are celebrities! I love places to see dinosaurs and learn more with my kids, because there are so many activities…

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25 Places to Pump Up Your Party with a Bounce House Rental Chicago and the Suburbs

Once April arrives, Chicagoland residents are more than ready to shed the layers and enjoy the great outdoors. Unfortunately, we also know it’s very possible to experience all four seasons…

2023 Trick-or-Treating Hours in the Western and Northwestern Suburbs

What hours does your town allow trick or treating? Find out here!

Know Before You Go! Siegel’s Cottonwood Farm

We enjoyed the day at Siegel’s Cottonwood Farm in Lockport at their fall festival and had such a great time! There is so much to do there that you can…

Features and Pricing for Each Pumpkin Patch Near Chicago 2023

There are so many pumpkin patches to visit in Chicagoland this fall. Just in our Chicagoland area, these patches range from little patches where you can harvest your own pumpkins…

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2023 Apple Picking Near Chicago: Map, Prices, and Features

As summer turns to fall, the apples are beginning to ripen in the orchards, and it’s time for apple picking to begin! This time-honored family tradition is a beautiful way…

2023 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…

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Where to Play Paintball Near Chicago

In the world of adrenaline-pumping outdoor adventures, few experiences match the heart-pounding intensity of paintball. Whether you or your teen are a seasoned enthusiast or a curious newcomer looking for…

Stables and Horseback Riding Lessons Near Chicagoland Where Kids Can Giddy Up!

Looking to experience the outdoors from a different perspective? Give horseback riding lessons a try! This will not only excite any child with a love for horses, but will also…

Theater Classes and Drama Lessons Where Kids Are the Stars of the Show

Theater classes are a place for kids to explore their creative side, develop new talents, increase their confidence, and be a part of a positive and supportive team. Being involved…

These 17 Local Farms Near Chicago Are a Breath of Fresh Air for Your Family

Visiting a farm near home is a great way to help kids learn more about caring for animals, growing food, and being out in nature. Some of these farms are…

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…

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Places to See Dinosaurs: Museums, Attractions, and Events to Delight Your Dino-Loving Kids

25 Places to Pump Up Your Party with a Bounce House Rental Chicago and the Suburbs

2023 Trick-or-Treating Hours in the Western and Northwestern Suburbs

Know Before You Go! Siegel’s Cottonwood Farm

Features and Pricing for Each Pumpkin Patch Near Chicago 2023

2023 Apple Picking Near Chicago: Map, Prices, and Features

2023 Fall Festivals and Oktoberfests in the Chicago Suburbs

Where to Play Paintball Near Chicago

Stables and Horseback Riding Lessons Near Chicagoland Where Kids Can Giddy Up!

Theater Classes and Drama Lessons Where Kids Are the Stars of the Show

These 17 Local Farms Near Chicago Are a Breath of Fresh Air for Your Family

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

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