Special Events
Join us at a Leap Day Celebration!
Did you know that 2020 is a leap year? It has an extra day, Leap Day or an intercalary day. And while many of us (myself included) think that this is something that happens every […]
Grayslake
Valentines
Try a heart-shaped pizza for Valentine’s Day
If chocolate just isn’t your thing, why not try a heart-shaped pizza for Valentine’s Day this year to satisfy your savory tooth? Heart-shaped pizzas have grown in popularity in recent years, and are a fun […]
Indoor Play
Busy Brains Children’s Museum – Pop-up in Grayslake
Busy Brains had a successful fall in their Pop-up space at Hawthorn Mall that they had to do it again. This time they are popping up with a new space in the basement of the […]
Ice skating
Where to go Ice Skating in Lake County
Does winter weather bring visions of you and your family gracefully gliding over the ice wearing cute winter gear? Luckily for us there is no shortage of ice skating rinks in Lake County. And yes, […]
Christmas
Best Holiday Light Displays in Lake County
When I think of Christmas, I think about snowflakes, hot chocolate, Santa Claus, and of course twinkling lights on trees and houses. Many neighborhoods offer great holiday light displays, you just have to know where […]
Christmas
We know where Santa Parks his Sleigh – Where to See Santa in Lake County
Santa Claus is coming to Lake County! We have rounded up a list of all the local places where your child can see him and ensure their spot on the nice list this year. So […]
Sledding
Where to go Sledding in Lake County
Let’s get real. Snow, whether it’s the first flakes or the 12th storm of the season, is beyond magical for most kids. But for most of us adults, the magic quickly dissipates when we have […]
Thanksgiving
Farm Fresh Heirloom Turkeys for Thanksgiving
With Thanksgiving right around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about what’s going to be on your dinner table. This year let the main attraction be a real star! A locally raised, pasture-fed turkey, […]
Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving Events for Lake County Families
Entertain kids of all ages and sizes with these fun Thanksgiving Storytimes, crafts, and more in Lake County. It’s a great way to give the kids something fun to do while you prep for the […]
Fall
Lake County Pumpkin Tosses, Rolls, and Launches
So you hit the pumpkin patch, and you picked the perfect pumpkin (or several), and then you excitedly prepped them for your kids, who promptly ran off because ewwww pumpkin guts are gross. Now it’s […]