Best Places for Fall Family Pictures and Fall Photo Session Openings
It’s that time again: the kids are back in school and the weather is slowly cooling. That means the leaves will be changing into beautiful hues of yellow, red, and…
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All the 4th of July Fireworks, Parades, and Events for 2023
It’s time to celebrate like it’s 1776! 4th of July fireworks are everywhere throughout the west and northwest suburbs, so get ready to ooh and aah at the skies this…
8 Serene Waterfalls in Illinois and Chicago’s Suburbs for Breathtaking Hiking Destinations
Waterfalls in Illinois are quite a magical sight to see, and we’re fortunate to have a nice collection of these hidden gems right here in the suburbs of Chicago. Arriving…
Jump Places, Bounce Houses, Inflatables, and Trampoline Parks That Will Have Kids Jumping for Joy
These jump places for kids are your indoor play destinations for full-body fun to get out the wiggles, bounces, and all that endless energy. This is a great list to…
2022 Best Christmas Lights in Chicagoland (with Driving Routes!)
Light up the night with these incredible outdoor Christmas lights shows, best-decorated houses for the holidays, walk-through light displays, and drive-through Christmas lights events! My family loves spending winter nights…
What are the Usual Trick-or-Treating Hours in the Western and Northwestern Suburbs?
What hours does your town allow trick or treating? Find out here!
The Hidden Waterfall at Jon J. Duerr Forest Preserve in South Elgin
Blackhawk Waterfall in South Elgin, known as the hidden waterfall, is located right off Route 31 and McLean Boulevard and part of Jon J. Duerr Forest Preserve. It’s a natural…
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All the 2023 Free Museum Days in Chicago and the Suburbs: Field Museum, Shedd, and More!
Free museums 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 at…
2023 Best Summer Camps for Kids in Chicago’s Western Suburbs
Time to dream of warmer weather and sign up for some indoor and outdoor summer camps! Some camps are currently taking registrations, while others are still formulating their plans. But…
The Best Kids Birthday Party Places, Kids Party Entertainment, Party Rentals, and more
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!…
How to Find the Best Preschool or Daycare for Your Family
Looking for a preschool or daycare for your little one? You came to the right place! With the help of local preschools and care facilities, we created a searchable directory…
Your 2023-2024 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…
Talented Family Photographers Serving Chicago’s 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…
Where Kids Eat Free in the Western Suburbs
Enjoy a night off cooking and a great discount at these restaurants that offer kids eat free deals across the Chicago suburbs.
Things to Do and Places to Go for All Ages, from Babies to Teenagers: Activities by Age
With so many amazing things to do with kids in Chicagoland, how do you find the best places for each age group? And how can you avoid showing up with…