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Cheap family fun at the parade

When looking for a fun family experience that won't break the bank, why not look for a parade? Most parades don't cost anything to attend,...
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What everyone ought to know about over-scheduling and your child's sleep

Children today have so many opportunities—and distractions! After-school sports and activities, homework and play dates, combined with dual...
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Chicago Travel and Adventure Show offers plenty of fun for kids

There are plenty of adventurous activities lined up for kids at this weekend's Chicago Travel and Adventure Show. Set for Saturday and Sunday...
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Preparing Kids for the Holiday Break

With Christmas around the corner it’s time to address the issues of time management for the children. Winter break for school children isn...
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Parenting publications prove you're not alone

Sometimes the challenge for parents of young children comes in recognizing you are not alone in a sea of sippy cups and sanitary wipes. Often...
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Family-friendly trips: Bellaboo's

Younger children will find a lot to do at Bellaboo’s, which accurately bills itself as “a children’s play and discovery center....
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Recreation adventures in DeKalb, Illinois

DeKalb, Illinois is the birthplace of barbed wire, the home to Northern Illinois University, and is known for its sprawling cornfields. In addition...
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Photo contest to shed light on Illinois' Safe Haven Law

The Chicago-based Save Abandoned Babies Foundation launched a new photo contest Thursday in an effort to draw attention to the Illinois law that...
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Chicago Children's Museum: "Play For All"

On the second Saturday of each month, the Chicago Children's Museum (CCM) has its "Play for All" event. This month, it's on...
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Clearing up the confusion about recycling

Do you recycle? Good! Are you confused about what you can and cannot recycle through your local garbage pick up, like Allied Waste in Elgin? Most...
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