2022 Kids’ Summer Movie Deals
Summer movie deals are coming! Local movie theaters offer weekday morning showings of recent releases at prices as low as $1 or $2. Cozy up in the air conditioning, grab…
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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…
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…
Get Ready for Fun at Vacation Bible School in 2022
Whether you are an active churchgoer, looking for a faith community, or exploring your beliefs, Vacation Bible School (often referred to as VBS) is a great activity for the summer.…
Local Restaurants with Easter Dinner Takeout and Delivery Options
Easter dinner in your pajamas? Totally possible, thanks to those restaurants offering Easter takeout and delivery. It’s hard to believe Easter is just around the corner, but if we luck out…
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…
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…
2021 Best-Decorated Halloween Houses: Map, Driving Routes, Photos, Descriptions and More!
We are dying to bring you our 5th Annual Best Decorated Halloween Houses list with a map, photos, important details (like How scary is it? When will the display be…
Fall Festivals and Oktoberfests Happening in 2021
Our roundup of Fall festivals and Oktoberfests is huge this year. At these family-friendly events, you’ll find pumpkin carving, corn mazes, delicious foods, hayrides, petting zoos, and even some oompah…
Classes for Little Kids 0–5 Years Old: Babies, Toddlers, and Preschoolers
Classes for little kids ages 0–5 years old help keep kids playing, learning, exploring, and engaging with other children. With countless classes offered for children at this stage in life,…
Movie Theater Rentals in Chicago’s Western Suburbs
Are you looking for a unique birthday party venue or maybe just a surprise night out for your family? Movie theaters across the western suburbs are renting out their giant…
Free Summer Reading Programs for Kids + Free Books
A lot of activities may be canceled this summer, but one thing is definitely not: reading! These retailers and local libraries are encouraging children’s love of learning by offering free…
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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…
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…
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…
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…
Searchable Directory to Find the Best Preschool or Daycare for Your Family
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…
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…
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…