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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...

Walking With Dinosaurs: A Review

August 08, 2008

My family and I had the opportunity to see Walking With Dinosaurs The Live Experience at the United Center last night. And, the show was just that a total sensory experience. The life-sized, moving dinosaurs left an incredible visual impression on me (so you can imagine how blown away my kids were). From the stunning set to the truly life-like dinos who take the stage,  Read more...

Last Chance! Last Chance to Win Tickets to Walking With Dinosaurs!

July 25, 2008

Hey parents, today is your last opportunity to win four tickets to see Walking With Dinosaurs at the United Center on August 7 th . Send me an email at beingsavvychicago@savvysource with the answers to the two trivia questions listed here. All emails must be received by midnight tonight (CST). I will notify the winner on Saturday, July 26 th . Just think, if you win,  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...

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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