When summer hits the south suburbs of Chicago, families start looking for fun ways to beat the heat – and splash pads are one of the best options. Whether you have toddlers who love interactive water ...

“Curious Chicago Kids” is a new Chicago Parent series that helps families explore the city and answer kids’ curious questions along the way. From shiny sculptures to zoo facts, we break it down so ...

Photo credit: Chicago Public Library, (c) City of Chicago The Artist’s Studio is creative fun for all ages To discover the latest Artist’s Studio events near you, explore the library’s calendar. “From ...

For Palatine parents, one of the first steps to planning a child’s education is knowing which school they will attend. Palatine, Illinois, is served by two school districts: an elementary school ...

A new SmartAsset study ranking the 90 largest U.S. cities by happiness puts Chicago at No. 43, based on key metrics like income, mental and physical health, and quality of life. While measuring ...

Families in Chicagoland can now explore lush rainforests and watch chimps swing through towering trees all without leaving the state. The Brookfield Zoo, the largest zoo in the Chicago area, will ...

Photo credit: St. John’s Northwestern Academies A global environment With students from nearly 25 different countries, SJNA offers an environment that’s both multicultural and enriching. “This exposes ...

Illustration credit: Thriveworks Functional freeze is a mental state where a person continues daily activities—such as going to work, answering emails, fitting in a workout, and showing up at social ...

See this iconic band, +LIVE+ at Brookfield Zoo Chicago's premier summer concert series. The concert supports animal care and conservation. Event cost: $75/general admission, $65/members, $15/ages 0-11 ...

Families can come out to Oakton Park for a Pride event that features live music, crafts, food, games and more at Skokie Pride. Event cost: Free Event time: 1-4 p.m. June 22, 2025 ...

Explore the entire museum into the night, including Marvel’s Spider-Man: Beyond Amazing — The Exhibition, with extended hours every Sunday. Reserve timed tickets for these additional experiences. Stan ...

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