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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…

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…

Barbie: Chicago Edition

Things to do this weekend in Chicago! Enjoy some family time with your kids and furry friends 🙂 Mercury Canine Cruise Mercury Cruises’ beloved Canine Cruise is back for another season. Bring your four-legged best friend for a 90-minute ride, featuring lively narration on Chicago’s rich history and architectural marvels with dog-friendly highlights, such as dog…

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Summer In Chicago!

The warm weather is here and there is so much to do. Navy Pier Fireworks During the summer, one of the best aerial displays you’ll find in Chicago originates from Navy Pier. The Chicago attraction hosts twice-weekly fireworks shows (on Wednesdays and Saturdays) from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend, with stunning views available…

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Spring Is Here!

Need weekend plans? Look no further! Dog Egg Hunt Saturday, April 1st | 1:00 PM A little snippet from their website:“Apparently, Easter is also for the dogs. Bring your good boy or girl to Horner Park for a Dog Egg Hunt, where your four-legged friends can search for treat-filled eggs hidden across the lawn. There will be…

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…

5 Date Night Ideas | Chicago Edition

Looking for some fun things to do this summer? Here are 5 date night ideas that you should try! A little mix of simple dinner outings and interesting adventures to enjoy with your partner. 1. Cuddle at The Point This man-made peninsula located within the Hyde Park stretch of Burnham Park is absolutely perfect for…

Neighborhood Spotlight: Lakeview

To tag onto my ‘where to raise your family in Chicago’ post, this week we are featuring Lakeview. Lakeview encompasses so many amazing neighborhoods including West Lakeview, Southport Corridor, East Lakeview, Boystown, Wrigleyvile and even bits of Buena Park are all considered to be Lakeview as a whole. The medium price point for single family…

Buying a Home in Chicago for Your Family: Where to Live–Popular Neighborhoods

Buying a home for your family is an exciting venture, but it can also be quite stressful. Especially if you’re new to the Chicago area and don’t know where to start looking. Where do you want to live? What school district should I consider? How much home can we afford? These are all questions that…

10 Things We Love About North Center

We love North Center! It’s where our office is located and it’s adjacent to our neighborhood. We flank between West Lakeview and North Center and love it. It’s been dubbed the suburbs in the city and for good reason. Picturesque treelined streets, shopping and restaurants, top rated schools, amazing parks and so many families everywhere.…