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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…

2021 Family-Friendly Halloween Events

Organizations across the western suburbs have pulled out all the stops to ensure you and your little goblins have a spook-tacular time. Creep through haunted forests, carve pumpkins, and enjoy…

Splash Pads Still Open: September 2021

The end of summer 2021 is upon us, and one sure sign is the closing of pools and splash pads. But most years, September weather is still warm enough to…

Hop on Board at Skate Parks in the Western Suburbs

Nothing tests your child’s coordination and balance quite like being on a skateboard. Throughout the western suburbs, you can find plenty of skate parks to ride, slide or maybe even…

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,…

Storybook Walk Displays and Events in Chicago’s Suburbs

Get outside and explore a new park while hitting the story trail! Sometimes called Storybook Walks, these trails let park visitors read a storybook by moving from page to page…

Classic Car Shows are Revving Back Up for Summer 2021

Classic car shows are fun for even the youngest of car enthusiasts. Soak in a beautiful summer night while walking through rows of classic cars at these family-friendly evenings. Don’t…

2021 Summer Festivals: They’re Back!

The sun is shining, band is playing, and carnival rides are spinning. It must mean summer festival time!

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…

Virtual VBS, Kits, and In-Person Options for Vacation Bible School 2021

Vacation Bible School (VBS) is an exciting way for children to gather together, explore religion and learn about Bible stories through games, lessons, crafts, and snacks. Many churches that offered virtual…

Where (and How!) to Take Your Kids Fishing, Plus Local Shops

My favorite memories of my dad and I were fishing off the dock or by the pond at the Mallard Lake Forest Preserve. There’s something about fishing that lures families…

August 2021 Family-Friendly Events

I’ll admit I always get a little sad when I see August on the calendar, as I know our time for summertime adventures are winding down. I can’t help but…

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2021 Best-Decorated Halloween Houses: Map, Driving Routes, Photos, Descriptions and More!

2021 Family-Friendly Halloween Events

Splash Pads Still Open: September 2021

Hop on Board at Skate Parks in the Western Suburbs

Classes for Little Kids 0–5 Years Old: Babies, Toddlers, and Preschoolers

Storybook Walk Displays and Events in Chicago’s Suburbs

Classic Car Shows are Revving Back Up for Summer 2021

2021 Summer Festivals: They’re Back!

Cool Off at These Splash Pads and Spray Parks in Chicago’s Suburbs

Virtual VBS, Kits, and In-Person Options for Vacation Bible School 2021

Where (and How!) to Take Your Kids Fishing, Plus Local Shops

August 2021 Family-Friendly Events

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