These 9 Outdoor Amusement Parks in Chicago’s Suburbs Are Ready for Fun in Summer 2023
With a funnel cake in one hand and a string of ride tickets in the other, you’re ready to roll at an outdoor amusement park! The Chicagoland area has some…
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Classic Car Shows are Revving Back Up for Summer 2023
Classic car shows are filled with both impeccably restored vintage automobiles as well as new, top-of-the-line cars. Along with aisles of car enthusiasts, these outdoor festivities typically include food vendors,…
19 Fishing Derbies and Where to Go Fishing Plus Must-Have Gear
Over the past few summers, our family has enjoyed more time outdoors in nature than ever before. Fishing is a simple, relaxing activity that has taken over all of our…
Unlock Deals and Discounts on Popular Attractions When You Secure a Museum Adventure Pass
The Museum Adventure Pass offers a number of deals, discounts, and sometimes even free passes to museums and popular attractions in the area. These include zoos, a variety of museums,…
The Summer of Movies
Bring a blanket or your favorite low-rise lawn chair and join your neighbors for a FREE movie at a park near you! All movies will begin at Dusk. Concessions will…
Where to Donate School Supplies and School Supply Drives
The start of a new school year brings a lot of nerves, but especially to those children who don’t have all the proper school supplies to start the year off…
25 Rainy Day Activities in the Southwest Suburbs
Rain, rain go away! Come again another day! It’s raining, it’s pouring, staying inside is getting boring!ย Rainy days offer just another challenge in the life of a parent. Cabin fever…
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2024 Best Summer Camps for Kids in Chicago’s Suburbs
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…
Kids Eat Free Every Day of the Week in the Chicagoland Suburbs
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…
Best Preschool Near Me: The Answer To Your Search in Chicago’s Western Suburbs
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…
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…
2023-24 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…
Places to See Dinosaurs: Museums, Attractions, and Events to Delight Your Dino-Loving Kids
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…
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!…
All the 2024 Free Museum Days Chicago and the Suburbs Have to Offer
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…