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45 Local Touch A Truck Events to Delight Kids with Tractors, Construction Trucks, Emergency Vehicles, and More
Kids can hop on big trucks, honk the horn on cool cars, and pretend to steer fire trucks to save the day at these local Touch A Truck events throughout…
2026 Art Shows: Fairs and Art Festivals to Explore a World of Creativity
Imagine a warm summer day spent wandering through your local downtown that are lined with booths filled with one-of-a-kind masterpieces. Support local artisans at these art shows in 2026. These…
Vote for Your Favorite Playground!
What are your favorite playgrounds? Here’s your chance to contribute, help other parents, and honor the park districts and organizations that work hard to construct and maintain our parks! Share…
60 Places That Open Early for Kids Who Wake Up Ready to Play
When my kids were younger, they were early birds! In those days, I remember it being a challenge to find a kid-friendly spot that opened up before 9:00am. By the…
Wonder Works Children’s Museum in Oak Park: Perfect for Kids Under 5
Wonder Works Children’s Museum is a hidden gem in Oak Park, located just off North Avenue near River Forest, Forest Park, and Elmwood Park. This one-level children’s museum is perfect for…
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