Fitness
Best Bike Trails in Lake County for Families
Lake County is filled with beautiful parks and natural open spaces. One of the best ways to take in the beauty of Lake County is by bike. There are miles upon miles of options for […]
Articles by Maureen Collier
Little Reviews
Book Review: Cookie Cutters & Sled Runners
MADE in Lake County is a paid partnership with Little Lake County. Some links provided in this story are affiliate links. Welcome to MADE in Lake County! MADE introduces you to the people and stories […]
MADE in Lake County
MADE in Lake County: Natalie Rompella, Children’s Author {Libertyville}
MADE is a paid partnership with Little Lake County. This story contains affiliate links. Welcome to MADE in Lake County! MADE in Lake County introduces you to the stories behind Lake County entrepreneurs and business […]
Little Reviews
Little Reviews: Gold Pyramid {Wadsworth}
Growing up in the 1980’s in Lake County, there was one place that fascinated me more than anything else I had ever seen: the Gold Pyramid House in Wadsworth. With its shiny gold exterior and […]
Family Travel
Worth the Trip–Mostly FREE Saturday in Kenosha, Wisconsin
Recently, I opened up my calendar and was met with something so rare and exciting, an open weekend day without a single sporting event, birthday party or family obligation. I knew this was the day […]
Outdoor Play
Playground Profile – Cynthia T. Peterson Park {Vernon Hills}
Peterson Park in Vernon Hills is a neighborhood park surrounded on three sides by walking paths that weave adjacent to neighboring homes. It’s hidden far back from any streets, and surrounded by large playing fields and open […]
Indoor Play
Active Indoor Birthday Parties in Lake County
If the big day is coming up for your little one, and you want to host a fun, active birthday party that will get all the kids’ energy and sillies out, look no further. We […]
Outdoor Play
Playground Review – Kids Castle {Vernon Hills}
Tucked just steps from the bustling shopping district in Vernon Hills is the hidden treasure of Vernon Hills Park District’s Deerpath Park. And, the crown jewel of the park has long been the Vernon Hills […]
Dining with Children
Little Reviews: The Claim Company {Vernon Hills}
Sometimes I need a break from the kitchen, but when it comes time to decide where to eat, the battles begin. Between myself and my husband, and then add four kids to mix, everyone has an […]
Classes
Creekside Farm {Hawthorn Woods} Horseback Riding Lessons and Camps
Like many animal loving kids, my third grade daughter Paige has been interested in horseback riding lessons for a few years now. I felt somewhat overwhelmed at the idea of finding and signing her up […]