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20 Gorgeous Trails for Cross-Country Skiing, Snow Shoeing, and Winter Hikes

Whether you’re an outdoorsy family or not, it’s fun to explore all kinds of winter activities with the kids: think cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, or a winter hike! If you haven’t…

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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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…