20 Hiking Trails for Kids to Explore Nature on Little Legs
Your family doesn’t have to go far to enjoy nature in the Chicago suburbs! We are very fortunate to be surrounded by some truly beautiful forest preserve trails to hike.…
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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…
10 Best Children’s Libraries with Play Areas 2024
We are thrilled to announce our brand new 2024 list of top 10 libraries for kids with play areas! You voted for your favorites and we are here to report…
75 Best Places to Go Sledding in the West and Northwest Suburbs
It’s no surprise that snow is coming our way, so why not have a little fun in it? Sledding brings out the kid in all of us, and is the…
2023 Driving Routes for the Best Christmas Lights Created by Homeowners
Light up the night with incredible outdoor Christmas light displays! My family loves spending winter nights during the holidays driving around the Chicago suburbs viewing the beautiful displays put on…
22 Local Volunteer Opportunities for Kids to Spread Hope Together with Their Families
As the holiday season begins, it can be easy to get swept up in the excitement of the material parts of the season. Finding ways to volunteer to give back…
Pumpkin Smash Events from Easy Drop-Offs to Catapults, Ladder Drops, and Jack-o-Lantern Races
The big pumpkin smash day is Saturday, November 4, 2023! Every year on the Saturday after Halloween, SCARCE coordinates pumpkin and jack-o-lantern collections all around the western suburbs. The locations…
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…
2023 Trick-or-Treating Hours in the Western and Northwestern Suburbs
What hours does your town allow trick or treating? Find out here!
Pass, Set, Hit! 15 Best Kids Volleyball Clubs, Leagues, and Clinics
Volleyball is a great way for kids to develop a stronger sense of confidence and dedication while honing those teamwork and communication skills! Whether your child has never played or…
16 Spots With Kids’ Yoga Classes Near You for Balance, Flexibility, and Mindfulness
Calling all mini yogis! Yoga offers little ones all the physical benefits it offers adults (balance, flexibility, and strength), as well as a chance for kids to focus and relax.…
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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…
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Best Preschool Near Me: The Answer To Your Search in Chicago’s Western Suburbs
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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!…
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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…
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…
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…