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Just Say No to Candy Overload!

October 28, 2008

We are already starting to be inundated with Halloween candy at our house. . . and the big event is still three days away. I don't mean to be a big grump, but Halloween candy is one of my least favorite parts of Halloween. I work hard to make sure that my kids eat well . . . and then all of my efforts go to hell as their treat bags fill up with sugar-laden snacks. I  Read more...

Your No-Spook, No-Scare Guide to Halloween in Chicago

October 21, 2008

After weeks of deliberation, your little one has chosen the perfect costume. All of your carefully-chosen pumpkins have been carved into the best jack-o-lanterns on the block and the trick-or-treat bag is ready to  Read more...

Fright Night: A Few Tips to Keep the Kiddos Safe and Sane on Halloween

October 13, 2008

When I was a little kid, Halloween frankly scared the heck out of me. And with good reason -- Halloween can be an unpleasant experience, especially for preschoolers who are old enough to want to participate, but also smart enough to be leery of scary masks and frightening sounds. Here are a few (common sense) reminders for you as you plan your Halloween festivities. (1) Go With a Group.  Read more...

Ghoulishly Good Reads: Recommendations for Halloween Books

October 10, 2008

If your house is anything like our house, the anticipation for Halloween has been building for awhile now. We have been talking about costume choices since, well, lastHalloween and we dug our pumpkin decorations out weeks ago. If you are looking to get your group into the Halloween spirit, head down to your local library to check out some ghoulishly good reads. These are some of our  Read more...

Fairies, Lions, and Dinos, Oh My: Resources for Halloween Costumes

October 07, 2008

My daughter has been talking about what she wants to be for Halloween since last Halloween. One day she says definitely mermaid. And the next day she seems to be leaning more towards princess. And then sometimes she comes up with something that is really out of left field like "a swimming dog." The time has come to decide on a costume because pretty soon the stores are going to have slim  Read more...

More of Our Favorite Activities and Things to Do in chicago

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Creatures & Critters:
Our Urban Jungle

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Do, Re, Mi! Places to Hear, Sing & Play a Tune

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Artistic Endeavors:
Our Favorite Art Venues

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Room to Run:
Run, Jump & Wiggle Outdoors

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Rainy & Quiet Days:
Cozy & Crazy Indoor Fun

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A Sense of History:
Our City's Stories

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Tot's Science Fair:
Science & Nature Sites

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Splash, Spray, Play! Local Spots to Get Wet

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The Most Fun in Life Is Free!

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The Best of... Our Top Can't-Live-Without Spots

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