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No fireworks, but more kid-friendly bites at Taste of Chicago
The Playground—a kids’ area complete with a giant sandbox and special activities - is a new addition to the Taste this year. Read more...
Three ways to keep your kids' eyes safe: Chicago doctors share tips
Bottle rockets are a summertime favorite, but they're also a major cause of kids' eye injuries. Keep an eye out for these and other potential vision dangers. Read more...
Kids-only spa is nice addition to Key Lime Cove
KeyLime Cove officially unveiled the kids spa earlier this year to give 3- to 13-year-olds a place of their own to get their hair, nails and makeup done. Read more...
A tough sell at first, yoga for kids taking off at Humboldt Park studio
With a $25,000 grant, one Chicago woman is introducing yoga - for free - to city kids and families. Read more...
