Halloween falls on a Saturday this year, which means families get a full weekend of spooky fun instead of a rushed weeknight. Friday, Oct. 30, brings an early round of trick-or-treat trails and ...

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There's plenty to do with kids in Chicago and the surrounding suburbs Nov. 13-15, from holiday celebrations and live shows to family-friendly activities. Families can welcome Santa at North Riverside ...

There's plenty to do with kids near Joliet, Bolingbrook and Tinley Park Nov. 13-15, from holiday light displays to live shows and hands-on activities. Families can enjoy the World of Illumination ...

There's plenty to do with kids near Naperville and Aurora Nov. 6-8, from holiday shopping and live performances to outdoor adventures. Families can browse handmade gifts at the Yuletide Treasures ...

Mary Jo McGuire’s in Lincoln Park is covered in lights, ornaments and a Christmas train. See Santa visits, weekend brunch, ...

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Standard classroom lectures are not one-size-fits-all, meaning that they do not always hold the attention of every student. Many children learn best by building, experimenting and working through ...

Have a tween or teen who's outgrown pumpkin patches and wants a real scare this Halloween? Here's a creepy fact to share at the dinner table: Illinois is one of the most haunted states in the country.

Most suburban playgrounds stick to the standard formula: plastic swings, a double slide and a set of monkey bars. Harvester Park in Burr Ridge completely flips that script in the best way possible.

If you’re looking for a playground in the middle of downtown Chicago, Elizabeth Benton Playground is worth adding to your list. Located inside Lakeshore East Park, the playground gives kids plenty of ...