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Mid-September Chicago Fun

I know…I know…I thought the same thing as I began typing it, but it is true; SEPTEMBER IS HALFWAY GONE! I am not quite sure where it went either, but that being said…mid September brings a lot of fun activities to the city as we head into SPOOKY SEASON! Here are some fun things to…

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Fall In Chicago | September Favorites To Kick Off The Fall In Chicago

How was your Labor Day? It seems to have came and gone so quick but now we can officially say fall season is here 🙂 It’s that time again to redecorate your entire home to emulate the fall aesthetic. Pull out those pumpkins, plaid blankets, and endless yankee candles; before you know it there will…

Labor Day Weekend In Chicago – Ideas To Celebrate with your Family

September…already? It is absolutely how crazy time is flying! Do not get me wrong, I absolutely love pumpkin spice EVERYTHING season, but I am going to miss the summer feel. That being said, Labor Day Weekend is just around the corner and it is time to give summer the perfect send-off. Here are some ideas…

Things To Do In Chicago This Weekend: August 25th – 27th

School is back in session and finding something to do with the kids for a mental break over the weekend shouldn’t be a stress! Look at the activities below to schedule your family outing in Chicago. Pizza City Fest August 26th The Chicago Pizza City Fest returns for its second year, led by renowned food…

Solve Chicago’s Mystery | Family Fun

Looking for things to do with the kids before they head back to school? Check out these fun adventures to close out the summer with a bang! CLUE: A Walking Mystery Until Sept. 3rd Attendees take on the personas of beloved CLUE characters, becoming detectives in a thrilling murder mystery to be solved. The journey…

Kid Friendly Chicago Adventures | Family Fun!

It’s summer and the kids are out of school. Looking for a way to keep them busy? Chicago has so many options when it comes to kid friendly adventures that the whole family can enjoy. If you are looking for some ideas, just keep reading! Garden Adventures Chicago Botanic Garden in Glencoe contains 27 gardens…

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Goodbye Lunchbox Rut and Hello Lunchbox Notes (freebie)

Get out of the lunchbox rut with these fun lunch ideas! Packing lunches does not have to be boring or take a long time. All of the lunch ideas below are nut free. Prepare the lunches ahead of time using a couple of divided meal boxes, a package of reusable baking cups, and salad dressing…

Best Sunscreen For Kids This Summer!

With the summer heat still in full effect I am always on the search for the best sunscreen for my family. There are so many options out in stores and online it can be overwhelming to just pick one or two. I narrowed down my favorites I tried this summer with my family to help…

Best Swimsuits For Kids (SUMMER IS HERE!)

Chicago is amazing for providing so many options for water fun for kids in the summer all throughout the city. From public pools, beaches, waterparks, and private pools all opening up in a couple of weeks your kids are going to need some stylish suits to hit the water with. Being a mom and having…

Memorial Day Simple and Delicious Recipes

Holidays are always hectic in our household with kids running around, decorations to be set, and most importantly the FOOD to be made it can be a little overwhelming. I love simple recipes that save me time in the kitchen and give me more time with family and friends. This year we are headed to…