Amusement Parks
Go Ride A Carousel!
Riding round and round on a sweetly painted horse that goes up and down while listening to the jaunty music of a carousel always brings a smile to my face, no matter how old I […]
Month: July 2016
Indoor Play
5 FREE Places to Play in Air Conditioning
The last time the projected temperature in our area was going to be over 100, as it is for the next few days, I lived in a 3rd floor walk-up with no air-conditioning. We spent […]
Free
FREE Indoor Fun and Heat Relief
Find FREE (or low-cost) heat relief indoors at these fun, family-friendly locations around Lake County! The listed locations have hours and availability for Thursday and Friday during the Excessive Heat Warning. Find other locations by […]
Family Travel
Tips For Safe Road Trips With Pets {Guest Post}
Welcome to Locally Grown! Locally Grown introduces you to the people and stories behind local Lake County businesses. Have you met this month’s featured business owner, Jami-Lyn Derse, DVM? Dr. Derse is the owner of […]
Performances
The Marriott Theatre for Young Audiences presents The Velveteen Rabbit
Things that are difficult to enjoy: taking a 4 year old and 22 month old to the movies, to the store, to a restaurant or just about anywhere. Wiggling, screaming, begging for snacks and other […]
Child Development
As They Grow: The Benefits of Bubble Play
Pediatric Interactions is an LLC partner. This post is part of their partnership with Little Lake County. Written by Clinical Director and Speech-Language Pathologist, Sarah Rosten; all thoughts and opinions belong to her. Bubbles are […]
Outdoor Play
Family Stargazing in Lake County {2016}
“Look at the stars. It won’t fix the economy. It won’t stop wars. But it’s important. It helps you remember that you and your problems are both infinitesimally small and conversely that you area piece of […]
Outdoor Play
Playground Profile: John Janega Memorial Park {Lindenhurst}
John Janega Memorial Park is one of the oldest parks in Lindenhurst, and the beautiful property has received a facelift in recent years. The wetlands have been restored, with boardwalks, and the new playground equipment […]
Dining with Children
Fan Favorites: Best Hot Dogs in Lake County
Hot dog, hot dog, hot diggity dog! If you are a true Chicagoan, you know our infatuation with hot dogs. Whether you inhale them overflowing with a bevy of toppings in true Chicago fashion, or […]
Fitness
Worth the Trip: First Ascent Climbing & Fitness {Chicago}
My oldest son has developed a passion for indoor rock wall climbing. Wherever we may go – be it a carnival, health club or even REI – if there’s a rock wall, we stop whatever we’re doing and let him […]