Your family doesn’t have to go far to enjoy nature in the Chicago suburbs! We are very fortunate to be surrounded by some truly beautiful forest preserve trails to hike.…
Kids can hop on big trucks, honk the horn on cool cars, and pretend to steer fire trucks to save the day at these local Touch-A-Truck events throughout the western…
Picture this: a warm summer day, strolling the streets of your downtown that are lined with booths filled with one-of-a-kind masterpieces. Support local artisans at these art shows in 2024!…
Each summer, churches host week-long Vacation Bible School (VBS) sessions. During these camps, children participate in crafts, games, singing, and learning lessons from the Bible to help ignite a passion…
As the days get longer and the temperatures warm up, you may find yourself eagerly anticipating the hot summer days that are sure to be full of sunshine, giggles, and…
I love that the Chicago suburbs have so many amazing indoor places to go with kids! The challenge for me has always been to find indoor spots that open early…
Hop on over to these delicious Easter dinner and brunch options to take the stress out of Easter this year! I try to make every Easter memorable for my kids,…
Play is for everyone! It provides us the opportunity to enhance our senses, develop emotional responses, and build social interaction. This list highlights indoor and outdoor activities and events that…
By visiting a nature center near me, I have the chance to teach my children to appreciate nature, value its beauty, and honor the many benefits it provides. And with…
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…
Bring your little lucky charms to St. Patrick’s Day events filled with Irish dancers, live music, and all things green. We’re happy to share that all St. Patrick’s Day parades…
Are you looking for a splashing good time, but the weather isn’t cooperating? We can’t change Chicagoland weather, but we can promise some fun with these indoor pools with family…
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…
Free museum days in Chicago?! Yes, please! Our visits to museums and zoos are core memory-makers for our children, especially when they involve a trip to the city. After marveling…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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!…
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…