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Best Places to See a Mermaid in Chicago
With the premiere of Disney’s new live-action adaptation, more kids than ever are interested in mermaids. We did some of the tail-work for you and found the best mermaid-related events Chicago has to offer. Wherever the tide takes you this summer, we know that if it involves mermaids, then...
Andy Warhol’s Iconic Pop Art Is on Display in Glen Ellyn
From now through September, pop art enthusiasts can experience the life of iconic artist Andy Warhol through his original works, as well as photographs, interactive exhibits and recreations that are exclusively on display at the Cleve Carney Museum of Art. Unfolding over 10,000 square feet of exhibition space, the interactive...
Family Fun on the Mississippi River
The mighty Mississippi is the stuff of legend. However, if you live in Illinois or the surrounding areas, you might be tempted to view this famous river as simply part of the landscape. Be prepared to consider this natural wonder in a whole new way with a trip to the National Great Rivers Museum and Melvin Price Locks and Dam, located in Alton, Illinois, on the banks of the Mississippi River.
What Are Those Painful Red Bumps on Your Skin?
If you have painful red bumps in the tender areas of your body where skin meets skin — think armpits and inner thighs — you may have a skin condition called hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). Many people live with HS for years before they get a diagnosis, according to the American Academy of Dermatology Association.
Among the Close Suburbs to Chicago, Niles Stands Out
City-dwelling as a couple is a phenomenal experience. When two become three, toting an infant around restaurants, shops and entertainment venues is relatively manageable. But when babies become toddlers, living in Chicago proper becomes a new, more challenging and more expensive experience. The coolest part about Chicagoland with a young...
How to Survive an Outdoor Summer Festival with Kids
There’s nothing like attending an outdoor summer festival with your family. Lucky for us, Chicagoland is busy with summer fests all season long — food and drink-themed fests, concerts in the local park, ethnic festivals that celebrate heritage and cultural traditions, the list goes on. You name it, and there’s probably a festival in honor of it!
Queer Fam Pride Jam Comes to the Salt Shed Fairgrounds
Raise your rainbow flags — Pride month is officially here and Queer Fam Pride Jam, a large-scale, family-friendly event coming to the Salt Shed Fairgrounds on Saturday, June 17, aims to bring the Pride fun for the whole family. The free festival will feature wellness and creativity focused events...
Kid-Friendly Patios and Rooftops in Chicagoland
On a gorgeous summer day, nothing beats relaxing outside with a delicious meal and elegant patio drinks. But, not all patios in Chicagoland are created equal — and many of them aren’t the best option for dining out with the kids. To fully enjoy your time outdoors, you want an outdoor dining establishment with a delicious menu, kid-friendly bites and activities that will keep the fun going long after the plates have been cleared.
Best Things to Do with Chicagoland Kids in June
When raising kids, you know life can get busy with school, sports practices, dance classes and other extracurricular activities. That’s why it’s sometimes helpful to plan ahead when searching for exciting events and attractions in Chicagoland. To make things easier for you, we’ve rounded up some of the best things to do with kids in June.
Why Social Justice Education Is Important Now
In today’s classrooms sit tomorrow’s leaders. To move confidently through a global society, future leaders require education that recognizes their passion to learn, grow and foster change. through the lens of social justice. At Village Leadership Academy (VLA), children learn in a culturally relevant and responsive environment —...
Best Father’s Day Movies to Watch
Rated: PG-13 Where to stream: Hulu. See Adam Sandler play Sonny Koufax in a hilarious role as a new dad to a 5-year-old boy named Julian (Dylan and Cole Sprouse) that was literally dropped at his doorstep. Cheaper By the Dozen. Rated: PG. Where to stream: Disney+. With 12 kids,...
Children Benefit From Mixed-Age Classrooms at Gateway Montessori School
Children are keen observers, always watching and learning. Dr. Maria Montessori knew this when she designed the mixed-age classroom, a hallmark of the Montessori method. At Gateway Montessori School, it’s common to see a 3-year-old watching a 5-year-old practice more advanced work. “Being able to observe any work helps...
Watch This, Do That: Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse
In the latest animation big-screen movie in the Spider-Man franchise, Miles Morales (Shameik Moore) is struggling to balance his schoolwork and family life with being Spider-Man. He’s been thinking a lot about an old friend, Gwen Stacy (Hailee Steinfeld), who visits him when he needs her most. Gwen is Ghost-Spider...
Family Fun for the Win at The Mascot Hall of Fame
Are you looking for an entertaining, educational and affordable family activity this summer? Look no further than The Mascot Hall of Fame!. Located in Whiting, Indiana, just 30 minutes from downtown Chicago, this one-of-a-kind interactive children’s museum offers scientific learning, engaging activities and a deep dive into the world of a sports mascot. Another parent-approved feature: it’s affordable. This includes reasonably priced tickets, free on-site parking and free Fridays sponsored by Notre Dame Federal Credit Union, a Mascot Hall of Fame partner.
Why are Black Women More Likely to Die of Breast Cancer?
While breast cancer rates for Black women and white women are roughly the same, Black women have a 40% higher death rate from breast cancer, according to information from the Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF). And, for women younger than 50, the gap is even wider. “While young women have...
8 Fun Ways for Kids to Make Money This Summer
Growing up, how many times did you hear the phrase,”money doesn’t grow on trees?” Helping kids understand financial literacy, money management and even where money comes from is no easy task. Sometimes, the best way to learn about something is to try it out for yourself. Once...
Watch This, Do That: The Little Mermaid
King Triton’s (Javier Bardem) youngest daughter, Ariel (Halle Bailey), loves all things human – including her newest obsession, Prince Eric (Jonah Hauer-King). Ariel is approached by the devious Ursula (Melissa McCarthy) about switching from tail to legs to go visit Prince Eric and have him fall in love with her. To do this, she had to give away her beautiful siren sound, her voice, to Ursula.
Meet the Chicago Teen on a Mission to Destigmatize Asthma
When Mia Fritsch-Anderson was growing up, much of her childhood involved frequent trips to the hospital to receive breathing treatments. Diagnosed with severe asthma at age one, Anderson says her early years were defined by her medical condition. As she grew older and maintained control of her asthma, she faced shaming from her peers every time she pulled out her inhaler.
New Live Gaming Experience Opens in Oak Brook
Activate Games, a high-tech experience that combines fitness with interactive gaming, opened its first Chicagoland location in Oak Brook this month. Players can choose from hundreds of combinations of games and difficulty levels that test their physical and mental agility. There’s no need to designate a scorekeeper, as electronic wristbands keep track of each player’s score and progress throughout the gaming experience. Each game lasts 1-3 minutes, which means your crew will have ample time to explore the Activate Games catalog.
Your Middle Schooler Can Ace High School Admissions (Here’s How)
Preparing to take high school admissions tests can be a challenging task for middle school students and their families. But there’s no reason for your child to take any high school admissions test without first getting to know the test’s format, understanding the content covered — and learning some valuable test-taking strategies, says Andrew Ferguson, Director of Client Services at Academic Approach, a Chicago-based academic tutoring and test prep company.
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