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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Where Kids Eat Free in Chicago’s West Suburbs
Restaurants across the Chicagoland area are helping out parents and taking the stress out of meal time! Whether you’re looking for take-out to ease the stress of dinner time or…
Pumpkin Patches Near Chicago + Map (+ apple picking too!)
Give the kids “pumpkin” to talk about this fall and head out to the pumpkin patch! I love fall and the gourd-geous weather. It’s time for one of my family’s…
16 Unique Experiences for Teens in the Chicagoland Area
Anyone have this new creature living in their house called a teenager?! Me too!! I have two of them, actually! And I’ve found that entertaining them requires a whole new…
Cooking Classes, Baking Lessons, and Foodie Fun for Kids
Cooking is many things: a life skill, a real-time science experiment, a creative outlet, and — in the right atmosphere — a whole lot of fun. While involving our kids…
Theater and Drama Classes for Kids in Chicago’s Western Suburbs
From a very early age, it was clear that my daughter loved to perform – singing, acting and dancing pretty much summed up her existence! As a result, I made…
Local Tutoring Services in the West Suburbs
Tutoring services offer a big help, especially when tutors tailor learning to your individual child’s needs and interests. That might mean bridging gaps or extending content further than classroom curricula.…
Horseback Riding Stables and Farms Where Kids Can Saddle Up
Giddy up to theses local horseback riding stables and farms! Local farms and stables in the Chicagoland area offer horseback riding lessons and pony rides, for your younger equestrians. My…
Your Guide to Summer 2021 Fun in the Suburbs
After a quieter summer in 2020, it’s no surprise that we cannot contain our excitement for what’s in store in 2021. Strawberry picking, water parks, children’s museum, fishing, outdoor concerts,…
Cool Off at These Splash Pads and Spray Parks in Chicago’s Suburbs
Are you feeling hot, hot, hot? Splash pads and spray parks are the perfect way for families to cool off in this summer heat. Young toddlers can explore the spouts…
Bounce House Rentals, Inflatable Water Slides, and More!
Maximize the fun at your family get-togethers this summer with a backyard party rental. These companies will keep the fun going all day with bounce houses, water slides, obstacle courses,…
10 Over-the-Top (Literally!) Milkshakes in Chicagoland
Milkshakes are a favorite treat in our house, and these extreme milkshakes are taking it to the next level. Cupcakes, donuts, and cookies piled high on top of these already…
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