Special Events
Chicago Bears Meijer Family Fest
Dad in the know Chad gives us an insiders guide to heading to the Chicago Bears Family Fest, happening August 3, 2021 […]
Chicago
Christmas
The Train Lover’s Holiday Guide
I’m not sure how or when trains became associated with holiday celebrations. Is it because model trains are a popular children’s gift? Because family members used to ride trains home to see family? Or do […]
Museums
Fall Museum FREE Days at Chicago Museums
Fall in the city is gorgeous. Enjoy the sites, and take advantage of FREE admission at the museums! We’ve updated our list to include information on the new COVID precautions at each museum. As always, […]
Museums
Chicago Museum Winter FREE Days
Beat the winter doldrums with an adventure to ancient lands or back in time, and still be home in time for dinner. Take advantage of FREE admission at Chicago museums and plan a day to […]
Museums
Summer Free Days at Chicago Area Museums
Head out on a summer adventure without breaking the bank! Chicago shows off in the summer with its planeted parkways and shimmering lake views. Take advantage of FREE admission at Chicago museums and plan an […]
Museums
Spring Museum FREE Days
Spring is a great time to visit the museum, the city is blooming in beauty as the flowers and trees start to blossom. Take advantage of FREE admission and spend a day in the city. […]
Cultural events
Celebrate Chinese New Year around Lake County
This story contains affiliate links. According to the Chinese lunar calendar, February 4th is the Chinese New Year! This year celebrates the Year of the Pig. The New Year is a major holiday in the […]
Museums
Tips for Taking Kids to The Field Museum {Chicago}
Growing up in the suburbs, The Field Museum is a Chicago icon to me. I can still remember my fifth grade field trip there. This past weekend, I took my elementary-aged kids. Here are some […]
Dining Lake County
Lake County’s Best Donuts
In my forty plus years, I have yet to run into someone who doesn’t love donuts. There is just something about fried dough that people can resonate with. I have actually written about donuts over […]
Special Events
Master Chef Jr. Auditions come to Chicago: 10 Signs your Child is a MasterChef in the making
This post is sponsored by MasterChef Jr. some content was provided by them. If your kids frequently don a chef’s hat and apron and come into the kitchen to critique your cooking or help you […]