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train coming along the track at 2Toots Train Restaurant to deliver food to families

The Trains Are Running at 2Toots Train Whistle Grill

Lionel electric trains deliver food at 2Toots Train Whistle Grill, with special character cars to add extra excitement as they move around the tracks. Unfortunately, many train restaurants are closing,…

Photos of 95th Street Community Plaza in Naperville

In an amazing collaboration between the Naperville Park District, Naperville Public Library, and Indian Prairie School District 204, south Naperville has opened its newest space for families: the 95th Street…

The Winners are Here! 2020’s Top 10 Best Nature Centers in Chicagoland

Our nature loving readers have voted and these are your top 10 nature centers in Chicagoland! Nature centers can be visited year round and have indoor spaces for your kids…

Love Bug Dance

You’re invited to celebrate an evening of love, friendship, and family with your little “Love Bugs” at DuPage Children’s Museum. Groove out with Bach to Rock’s family-friendly DJ, indulge in…

Naperville Public Safety Open House

Each year, the Naperville Police and Fire Departments “Partner for Prevention” in recognition of Public Safety Month. This must-see, all-ages event is held annually in September or October on Naperville’s…

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…

Memorial Day Walk and Remembrance

For more than three decades, Bartlett has honored its deceased veterans with a Memorial Day Walk and Remembrance. Please come and join this commemoration on Monday, 5/27. It begins at…

Pajama Party at DuPage Children’s Museum

Put on your favorite PJs and join us for an evening of comfort and creativity. Explore the Museum’s exhibits and a variety of pop-up activities. Then wind down with bedtime…

UFC GYM Naperville Offers Youth Classes

UFC GYM Naperville believes in kids having fun, being challenged, and most of all increasing their confidence! Their goal is to create a courageous and health conscious younger generation through…

Multiple colorful climbing structures in Funtopia's Naperville location.

Funtopia Naperville Now Open!

The grand opening for Funtopia Naperville will be this June, but did you know that you can be some of the first people to experience the fun right now?! They…

A Visit to Knoch Knolls Nature Center in Naperville

Knoch Knolls is one of the most idyllic spots in Naperville, and the nature center makes it even better. We visited on a rainy afternoon and enjoyed all the hands-on…

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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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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…

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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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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!…

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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…

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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…

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Now is the time to start looking at summer camps! Some camps are currently taking registrations, while others are still formulating their plans, but you don’t want to miss the…