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20 Special Spots with Kid-Friendly Afternoon Tea Times
My daughter loves a good tea party at home! However, if I tell her we are going to high tea, she is thrilled to throw on a fancy outfit, her…
2024 Pool Memberships for Summer Fun! Find Opening Dates, a Map, and More
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…
These Places Open Early for Kids Who Wake Up Ready to Play
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…
Local Kite Festivals and Events Where You Can See Dazzling Tricks and Fly Kites Together
Kite festivals are family-friendly events filled with beginners looking to have fun, as well as professionals dazzling the crowd with tricks. We’ve found local kite festivals happening in 2024 for…
35 Rainy Day Activities for Kids to Give Gray Clouds a Silver Lining
If your children are anything like my daughter (and myself) spring fever has arrived! That first sunny warm day has me yearning for the outdoors. However, Chicagoland spring also comes…
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50+ Mouth-Watering Easter Dinner and Brunch Options 2024
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,…
A Visit to Phillips Park Zoo in Aurora
The Phillips Park Zoo is located at the center of Phillips Park in Aurora. This little zoo has great animal exhibits, a free splash-pad and two separate playground areas. Read…
New! Foss Swim School Western Springs
Foss Swim School, based in Minnesota for over thirty years, is opening in Western Springs on March 10, 2024, marking their 8th location in Illinois and 27th overall. Their pool…
Nature Clubs This Summer at Salt Creek Butterfly Farm
Lori Harris of Salt Creek Butterfly Farm is offering three nature clubs this summer! The Family Beekeeping Club sold out quickly last year so you’ll want to sign up for…
Where is the Easter Bunny Near Me? At Breakfast, Brunch, and Charming Photo Ops!
Getting Easter Bunny pictures with kids is a must-do each spring! We’ve found 45+ spots in Chicago’s west and northwest suburbs where you and your kids can snag a photo…
Review: Open Play at Rainbow Play Systems in Naperville
Take your kids to the playground, rain or shine. During Open Play at Rainbow Play Systems, children can climb, slide, swing, and hang, all without worrying about the weather. With…
Sneak Peek into Hyper Kidz Bolingbrook
Hyper Kidz Bolingbrook is opening Saturday, March 2, 2024! My four year old and I were able to get a sneak peek look at the newest indoor playground in our…