Holidays
Little Lake County Family Guide to St. Patrick’s Day
veryone is a little bit Irish on St. Patrick’s Day. However, you don’t have to travel to the city or step foot in an Irish bar this March to have some St. Patrick’s Day fun […]
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Why I Love Aldi — Tips for First-Time Shoppers
Our family loves Aldi and we are so lucky that here in Lake County we have nine locations to choose from. Recently, Aldi announced plans to spend $1.6 billion to enhance and renovate 1,300 stores, […]
LLC Events
Announcing: Mini & Me Playdate with Advocate Condell Medical Center – Friday August 25, 2017
Advocate Condell Medical Center is sponsoring this eventFrom squishy baby that you can take anywhere, to a waddling toddler that has opinions and wants to do things. All the things. All the time! If you’ve […]
Outdoor Play
Paddle Sporting in Lake County
It sounds completely dreamy to me: a beautiful warm day, a slight breeze in my hair, nature surrounding me with its sounds and sights, paddle in hand, and water beneath me. If it sounds just […]
Family Travel
Where to Take Out-of-Town Guests (besides Chicago!)
Got family or friends in town for the holidays? It always seems like the go-to is to escort them on a day trip to Chicago. But they’ve already been to the Willis Tower and just don’t feel like navigating […]
Birthday Parties
Where to Celebrate Baby’s First Birthday in Lake County
You have officially survived parenting for 365 days! You have lived off of only a few hours of sleep per night, and if you are anything like me, you have probably obtained Gold Level status at […]
Festivals
Lake County Labor Day Weekend Festivals {2016}
It’s the last weekend of summer! Make the most of it with these quintessential summer events–festivals, concerts, car shows and more! We’ve rounded up the Lake County Labor Day Weekend festivals and fairs for you […]
Hiking & Trails
Best Hikes for Little Hikers in Lake County
I love to hike and explore the outdoors, and I want to teach my family to love it as well. However I have learned the hard way a couple of times now to be sure […]
Nature Centers & Gardens
Local History: Lake County’s Local Museums
Sometimes we forget how long winter can be in Lake County. And with kids, cabin fever is sure to set in. We know that there are lots of great indoor play places to take them […]
Hiking & Trails
Volo Bog Winterfest 2016
Volo Bog State Natural Area is a treasure in our own backyard. This National Natural Landmark and Illinois Nature Preserve is the only quaking bog in Illinois. The property is made up of more than […]