Country Life
A is for Apples
September 25, 2008
Apples are one of the great joys of fall. Yum. Yum. Yum. Why not let the kiddos pick their very own apples this year? The Chicago area has some wonderful apples orchards that also offer family-friendly activities. (One can only pick apples for so long before a petting zoo or other attraction beckons). If an apple picking trip sounds good to you, here are Read more...
Five Best Day Trips Within An Hour of Chicago
May 14, 2008
The city of Chicago is chock-full of great kid's activities. But sometimes we all want to expand our horizons and check out something new. Here are my five recommendations for great family activities, all within an hour's drive of downtown. Chicago Botanic Gardens . Located in Glencoe, this spectacularly beautiful destination has tons to offers kids and adults. Good family Read more...
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Do, Re, Mi! Places to Hear, Sing & Play a Tune
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Room to Run:
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Rainy & Quiet Days:
Cozy & Crazy Indoor Fun
A Sense of History:
Our City's Stories
Tot's Science Fair:
Science & Nature Sites
Splash, Spray, Play! Local Spots to Get Wet
The Most Fun in Life Is Free!
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