Your Guide to Summer 2022 Fun in Chicago’s Western Suburbs
Who is excited for summer?! We can’t wait to go strawberry picking, cool down at splash pads and waterparks, enjoy outdoor music, get fresh food at farmers markets, explore some…
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Cool Off at These Splash Pads and Spray Parks in Chicago’s Suburbs
Splash pads and spray parks are the perfect way for families to cool off in this summer heat. Young toddlers can explore the spouts and sprays, while big kids can…
Bounce House Rentals, Inflatable Water Slides, and More!
Maximize the fun at your family get-togethers this summer with a backyard party rental. Whether you’re celebrating a Summer birthday, hosting a BBQ, or just looking for a way to…
12 Over-the-Top (Literally!) Milkshakes in Chicagoland
Extreme, insane, over-the-top! Whatever you want to call them, these milkshakes are a sight to be seen. Stacked on top of an already decadent milkshake, you’ll find donuts, brownies, cupcakes,…
Check Out a Museum Adventure Pass from Your Local Library to Save on Local Attractions
Did you know that your local library offers a museum adventure that might score you a free or discounted pass to dozens of Chicagoland museums, zoos, and other places of…
10 Best Donut Shops and Where to Get the Best Paczki
Wow! Thanks for voting for your favorite donut shops and sharing where to buy the best paczki. We love hearing about the bakeries that have the best donuts in Chicagoland.…
Arcades, Laser Tag, Indoor Go-Karting and Fun for Older Kids
Ready, set, play! The kid in all of us comes out when we step into an arcade. A round of pinball or the thrill of a win at the claw-drop…
Winter Break Camps and 30 Winter Break Activities for Fun While School’s Out
Like many families, our winter break is spent recharging after the holidays. We spend more time in our pajamas than I care to admit, play with our new gifts, and…
2021 Live Christmas Tree Farms: Where to Cut Your Own (or Find a Pre-Cut Tree)
Growing up, our family channeled the holiday spirit during our yearly outing to the live Christmas tree farm. I always grew up with a real tree, which made the season…
Kids Can Eat with Santa at These Holiday 2021 Events
Sweet cookies, sweet candy, sweet Christmas carols in the air, sweetly wrapped gifts, and, hmmm, what else . . . oh, a sweet meal with Santa! There is nothing more…
Pumpkin Patches and Apple Orchards with Fall Fun (with Map!)
Halloween weekend marks the end of jack-o-lantern season, and most of these Chicagoland pumpkin patches are gearing up for one last big weekend of fall fun. There are so many…
2021 Trick-or-Treat Hours for Halloween in the Western Suburbs
It’s Trick-or-Treat time! The neighborhoods of the western suburbs are about to be full of spooky ghosts, strong princesses, and scary villains. My kids can’t be the only ones begging…
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Looking for a preschool or daycare near you for your little one? You came to the right place. With the help of local preschools and care facilities, we created a…
Where Kids Eat Free in Chicago’s West Suburbs
Are my kids the only ones who ask for a snack right after we finish a meal? These kids never stop eating! Give yourself a break by enjoying a meal…
The Best Places to Go for Each Age Group
There are so many places to go in the west and southwest suburbs of Chicago, so how do you know where the best places for each age group are?! Introducing…
2022 Summer Camps for Kids in the Western Suburbs
Time to dream of warmer weather and sign up for summer camp! Some camps are currently taking registrations, while others are still formulating their plans. But now is the time…
All the 2022 Free Days at Museums in Chicago and the Suburbs
Trips to the museums are true memory-makers for our family: a photo op with Sue at the Field Museum, watching the dolphin show at Brookfield Zoo, or visiting the baby…
Where to Have the Best Kids Birthday Party + Entertainers, Rentals, Decor, Food, and More
Looking for kids birthday party places? Want to hire entertainment? Balloon decorations? Yard Signs? Bounce houses? Food? We want to make planning an amazing party easy and fun! You will…
Family Photographers Who Serve the 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 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…