We have the scoop on sensory-friendly events for children with special needs! These all-inclusive events are often limited to smaller group sizes to help reduce noise and activity, while increasing engagement and the ability for kids to move about. There are many new options of theaters, play places, museum times, and movie screenings that accommodate special needs. My whole family…
We’re not fooling around, April is going to be a fun-filled month! We start the month celebrating all things Easter, but there is so much more to look forward to in April. Prepare your home garden, participate in a park clean-up, dust off your fishing pole, or celebrate all the other things that make our planet incredible this Earth Day….
My daughter became quite obsessed with the idea of getting her ears pierced at the age of nine, and quickly got her older sister on board with the hope of doing it together. The only ones left to get on board were her dad and me! This rite of passage for many is commonly paired with feelings of excitement and…
Bowling is one of our favorite family-friendly activities. We all cheer as the ball rolls down the lane, anticipating even just one pin being knocked down. With bumpers and ramps offered at nearly all locations, even your littlest bowlers will have a ball! Check out local lanes near here. Local Bowling Alleys in Chicago’s West Suburbs Stardust Bowl37 E Lorraine…
Spring break week is the welcome reprieve our family needs from our usual routines of school and work. This time off is our preview of all the excitement heading our way in the summer. Like so many families, we’re staying home this spring break, but that won’t stop us from trying out new things. We like to find new parks…
Are you looking for a unique birthday party venue or maybe just a surprise night out for your family? Movie theaters across the western suburbs are renting out their giant theater rooms! My family misses going to movies on the big screen with our giant bowl of buttery popcorn with candy on the side. Renting out the theater gives us…
Indoor play areas have always been a great way for kids to burn off extra energy in these cold winter months, but it’s been a tough year for these businesses. However, as COVID-19 guidelines are set to change in the coming weeks, you may even find that more places are able to safely open with extra cleaning procedures and limited…
Was it really only a year ago I could drop my kids off at the gym’s childcare to work out (or get a shower in)? Oh man, I miss that so much. But all is not lost! Things are different, but, as with the rest of life, we’re adapting. And businesses are adapting, too, with outdoor fitness classes, virtual options,…
What better way to glide into 2021 than on skates! Check out these outdoor and indoor options for ice skating this winter. Ice skating a a great way for the whole family to head outside together (and, if you are like me on skates, fall together)! When you are venturing out to a local skating rink, make sure you pack…
Outdoor winter fun is just the excitement my family needs this year! When the snowfall starts, I can’t wait to bundle my kids up and head to the sledding hill. As a parent, my heart just bursts with joy when the kids see fresh snow falling outside. Sledding hills are a great way to enjoy time together outside and get…
Whether you’re looking to meet your childcare needs, or simply want a chance for your child to socialize, there are quite a few organizations offering winter break camps this year. Kids can get out of the house, engage in countless fun activities with friends, and enjoy their time off of school. Stretch their legs, learn a new game, and make…
Looking for a preschool or daycare near you for your little one? You came to the right place! Our guide is searchable, which means that you can narrow down your preschool and/or care options according to search criteria! You can even search for schools within a specified distance from your house or work. Please note that your address is not…