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Christmas Around the World at the Museum of Science and Industry

December 22, 2008

I strongly encourage you to make a visit to the Christmas Around the World and Holiday of Lights Exhibit at the Museum of Science and Industry an annual tradition for your family. This exhibit started with only one tree in 1942 and has grown to over fifty trees - including a newly added tree from Bulgaria. The centerpiece of the exhibit is a 45-foot tree decorated with ornaments  Read more...

Dinner Table Destinations: China and the Olympics

August 04, 2008

You probably aren't planning on bringing the whole family to Beijing for the Summer Games. But there is no need to travel across the world to introduce your little ones to foreign cultures and customs. Turn dinnertime into an opportunity to teach your preschoolers a little bit about China and the tradition of the Olympics. What's For Dinner? The first step in your dinner table  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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