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One, Two, Three . . . Count in Chicago With Me!
February 03, 2009
The theme at Savvy Source for the month of February is pre-math skills. So today I am posting about things to count in and around Chicago. Now, you don't need my suggestions to get out there and get counting, but here are just a few of my ideas to get you started. 1. Count trains, buses or garbage trucks. My little guy loves transportation of any kind. While we are driving around Read more...
Museum Free Days
September 15, 2008
Now that the weather has turned cooler, a trip to a museum sounds fun, doesn't it? Why pay admission for the whole gang when you can go for free? Here is some (hopefully very helpful) information on the free days at some of Chicago 's most popular museums. Obviously, be prepared for some crowds. Notebaert Nature Museum . Free admission on Thursdays. Museum of Read more...
Gone Fishin'
August 19, 2008
Well, sort of. I actually don't know a thing about going fishing. This post is about great places in Chicago to see fish with your little ones. Kids all seem to love fish from the bright colors to the frantic darting back and forth in the water. I remember taking my daughter to the Shedd Aquarium when she was only six months old. She was totally captivated by the Ocean Reef exhibit. I couldn't Read more...
Visiting Chicago: Day One
July 08, 2008
Whether you are a Chicago native with relatives storming into town or you are an out-of-towner planning your summer trip to Chicago, this post is for you. For the next few days, Being Savvy: Chicago will feature a three day itinerary for visiting Chicago with preschoolers in tow. In a city with so much to see and do I am not sure that I am going to get it all covered in just Read more...
Whatcha Doing This Weekend? (June 7th-8th)
June 04, 2008
From time to time, I am going to give you a heads up about great local kid's events that you may or may not know about. Particularly in the summer, Chicago has great (and often free) family activities nearly every single weekend. Here is what is on our family schedule for this coming weekend. Wicker Park Kid's Karnival. How does face painting, jumping houses, inflatable obstacle Read more...
Top 5 Things to Do in Chicago on a Rainy Day
May 27, 2008
On rainy days, my Grandma used to say, Today isn't fit to stay home. She was right. The rain may tempt you to stay warm and cozy in your house. Don't do it. You will end up with a bunch of stir-crazy, bored kids. Instead, grab your rain boots and slickers and try one of these rainy-day activities. Visit a Conservatory. It may be raining outside but it is always beautiful inside Read more...
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