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It’s so exciting when there are new playgrounds on the horizon! We have amazing parks systems and park districts in the west and southwest suburbs, many of whom are planning some great new spaces for our children. Here are the locations you can look forward to checkin out in the near future! We also included information from the past year…
Going fishing together is a time-honored family tradition that brings generations together. I remember my grandpa taking us down to fish from the little pond outside his condo — and while my grandparents’ condo association probably wasn’t too pleased, I’m happy to have those memories. The key to fishing is coming prepared. Here’s what you need to bring, a few…
Does your teen need service hours or want an edge on his or her college application? Maybe you want your teen to experience what it means to make a positive impact on his or her community? Tic Tac Toe (T3) focuses on building character and integrity while instilling valuable experience and life skills. T3 gives your teen the opportunity to…
Vacation Bible School is a fun and interactive way for kids to explore religion and learn about Bible stories through games, lessons, crafts, and snacks. Every summer, there are countless VBS opportunities all over the west suburbs! In general, VBS is for ages 4 through 12, although some churches welcome children younger. Most churches encourage anyone to attend, even if…
Spring and summertime in Chicago bring the perfect weather to get outside and enjoy these races and fun runs with your family. Set an active example by signing yourself up, too! Kids can sprint in a 100-yard dash, test their endurance in a 1-miler or push themselves to complete a full 5k. Along with the running, kids will love the…
Preschool registration is always the focus the first few months of the year in the Chicago suburbs and we wanted to take this time to feature ABC Preschool in Oak Brook. They are doing great things over there! Read our highlights below and don’t miss their Open House on April 3, 2019 from 9:30 – 11:00 am. This article is…
Here in Chicagoland, we’re pretty lucky. (Yes, I’ve been outside… but hear me out!) We’ve got an abundance of awesome museums and educational attractions just minutes away. But these visits can also be pretty expensive. Did you know that you can get free admission and discounts from your library when you check out the Museum Adventure Pass? Libraries have individual…
The Easter Bunny will be making an appearance at these breakfast and lunch events. Enjoy delicious food, join in on the Easter fun, and don’t forget your photo hop-portunity. Nearly all of these bunny breakfasts require advance registration or reservations, so please click on the links for more details. 2019 Bunny Breakfasts and Easter Meals in the West Suburbs Breakfast With…
We aren’t yolking with this egg-streme list! Spring has sprung and Easter is right around the corner. Make your kid’s day eggs-tra special and head out to an Easter egg hunt. Inside, outside, in the dark, or even underwater, this list of Easter egg hunts in the western suburbs is… egg-stensive. Most event times listed are the time the egg…
Kids eat free deals make it more affordable for families to enjoy a special night out (and get a break from the pre-dinner scramble). This round-up of area restaurants with kids eat free specials will help you find a deal any night of the week! Most restaurants require the purchase of an adult entree to score the deal. Even though…
When the weather outside is frightful, an indoor swimming pool is still delightful! If you and your little school of fish are looking to burn off some energy, check out these indoor pools with family swim times in the western suburbs. Don’t let the cold weather stop your poolside dreams. Grab your towel and swimsuit, but leave the sunscreen at…
Not heading anywhere for spring break? Don’t worry! We’ve got plenty of ways for your family to stay busy during the week off school. Depending on the weather, you may find yourself either digging through our indoor play spaces list, or enjoying a hike at a beautiful forest preserve nearby. If you’d prefer something scheduled, there’s plenty of spring break…