14 ways to secure ‘favorite’ status this Mother’s Day
Let someone else cut off the crusts on Mother's Day. It's the most popular brunch day of the year, according to the National Restaurant Association. But that's not the only...
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Mad scramble or over-easy, these Easter egg hunts cover all tastes
The Easter bunny isn't the only one busily hiding eggs! Check out these Chicagoland spots where your kids can grab tasty treats — and make memories sweeter than jelly beans....
Quirky Chicago-area summer camps
Moviemaking at Chicago Filmmakers Know any teen or tween movie buffs? Chicago Filmmakers, a 4-decade-old media-arts collective, offers immersive two-week camps (for 10- to 12-year-olds and 13- to 16-year-olds) that...
7 places to take the kids on Super Bowl Sunday
If Super Bowl Sunday finds you and your family antsy to get out of the house, check out these Chicagoland spots to cheer on your team and chow down —...
Super Bowl fun for the whole family
Whether you're hosting a Super Bowl party or just want to watch the Patriots and Seahawks battle in relative peace, these plays will help keep kids happy — and might...
Take the pooch: 6 dog-friendly Halloween events
Halloween is for the dogs — and we mean that in the best way. Grab your pups (and their leashes) for these Shiloh-centric costume events. Saturday, Oct. 18: Spooky Pooch...
Back-to-school gear, both cool and thrifty
Whether you're searching for the funkiest classroom staples or trying to save a little milk money, these options will earn you a gold star. Backpacks: They'll need to tote around...
(Sort of) secret places to view July 4th fireworks
Catch the Fourth's fireworks displays without enormous crowds at these off-the-beaten path spots.Plainfield Park DistrictIt doesn't get much more patriotic — or cute — than a red, white and blue...
(Sort of) secret sparklers
Plainfield Park District It doesn't get much more patriotic — or cute — than a red, white and blue bike parade. Throw in touch-a-truck, inflatables and a picnic, and your...
(Sort of) secret sparklers
Plainfield Park District It doesn't get much more patriotic — or cute — than a red, white and blue bike parade. Throw in touch-a-truck, inflatables and a picnic, and your...