Worth the Trip
Take a Day Trip to Racine Zoo
We are zoo people. We love animals and frequent area zoos several times a year. One of my favorite, especially with young children, is the Racine Zoo. Located just north of the border, it’s a […]
Month: September 2018
Christmas
Clara’s Dream: The Nutcracker for Preschoolers
Watching a performance of The Nutcracker is an iconic holiday tradition that many parents are anxious to share with their own children. If you’re the parent of a preschooler, you may think you have to delay the excursion until your […]
Special Events
Busy Brains Fall Festival – September 29, 2018 {Lake Villa}
It’s time once again for the Fourth Annual (Take 2!) Busy Brains Fall Festival on Saturday September 29 in Lehmann Park, Lake Villa. This is a fundraiser to open the doors of the first children’s […]
MADE in Lake County
MADE in Lake County: The Therapy Tree in Lake Villa
Welcome to MADE in Lake County! MADE introduces you to the people and stories behind local Lake County businesses. This month, we have gotten to know Zaida Medina from the Therapy Tree. Today, we are […]
Dining Lake County
Visiting the Genesee Theatre {Waukegan}
New to going to a performance at the Genesee Theatre in Waukegan? I think you will find it a welcome change from fighting traffic into and out of the city for a similar show. Here […]
Performances
Fall Children’s Theater Performances in Lake County
I love live theatre, but admittedly, it can be hard to make the trek to Chicago, especially when I’m already trying to juggle a full-time job, long commute, and the hectic schedules of three kids. […]
Dining Lake County
Little Reviews: Yeti Eddi Snack Stop – Vernon Hills
* CLOSED * The calendar may say fall, but the warm temperatures have stuck around. Those looking for the perfect place to cool down after apple picking or soccer games under the warm sun should […]
Fall
Lake County Farm Stroll
Is your family interested in learning about Lake County’s agrarian roots? Can your kids list a few places locally where produce is grown? Farms of all sorts still exist in Lake County, and this year, […]
Little Reviews
Little Reviews: The Safe + Fair Food Company {Chicago}
If you search near and far for tasty, nut-free cookies, snacks, mixes, and meals, you’ll be delighted to learn about The Safe + Fair Food Company and its line of products. This Chicago-based company produces […]
MADE in Lake County
MADE in Lake County: Zaida Medina EdD, LCPC, CPE of Therapy Tree Lake Villa
MADE is a paid partnership with Little Lake County. Welcome to MADE in Lake County! MADE introduces you to the people and stories behind local Lake County businesses. Today it is our pleasure to introduce […]