My kids perk up at any opportunity to spend quality one-on-one time with me or their dad. They look forward to a special experience catered to their individual interests, uninterrupted conversation, ...

New exhibits and immersive experiences are always popping up in the Chicagoland area. As if we need more reasons to love our trips to spots like the Field Museum or the Museum of Science and Industry, ...

Naper Settlement is hosting the Craft by Beer Series, a range of fun, creative social events for adults ages 21 and over. Each themed session runs in the ...

Our Illinois Resident Free Hours include access to all exhibits and seasonal Stingray Touch. Take a deeper look at our current available exhibits here. We offer several reservation options for Free ...

It’s the luckiest time of the year. Our roundup of things to do with kids this weekend will have your lucky little leprechauns enjoying family-friendly fun all weekend long. From festive parades and ...

As soon as that summer heat strikes in Chicagoland, we are on the hunt for some awesome summer activities. There is nothing more refreshing, than that cool splash of water when the sun is shining. I ...

Summer in Chicago arrives with an explosion of colorful festivals, ways to splash away the heat, icy-cold treats, and endless options for kids on a break from school. It’s also a great time to branch ...

Some days just call for dinner out! When I was little it was always a big treat to eat out, and now I recognize there were major perks for parents too: no cooking, everyone can eat what they want, and ...

Get 4 used refrigerator boxes from a distribution warehouse. Usually the delivery people unpack the refrigerators and take the boxes with them to recycle, so the ...

As Halloween approaches, your little pumpkins, fairies, and goblins, are likely anxiously awaiting the best candy night of the year! But what time does trick-or-treating start in your neighborhood? We ...

Here it is! Our brand new 2026 list of Top 10 libraries for kids with play areas! Some are newcomers to our top 10, while others are holding steady on our list for years. All of the libraries on this ...