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Chicago Parent  March 2013

On the cover: Sasha Gwinn, 5, of Chicago loved being goofy with these headphones at our photo shoot.

 
 

Good to Go

Mercadito great for Chicago date nights

With a cocktail lounge downstairs, this authentic Mexican restaurant in River North makes for a great night out in the city.  Read more...

New Creatures of Light exhibit illuminates Field Museum

Miss chasing fireflies on a warm summer night? Check out this new exhibit all about glowing creatures.  Read more...

Best ways to enjoy March holidays in Chicago

Embrace the holiday chaos in March. We've found great ways to celebrate St. Patrick's Day, Passover and Easter with kids.  Read more...

3 non-brunch family Easter celebrations in Chicago

Skip the bunny brunches this year and have a unique Easter with the kids.  Read more...

Eat like a grown-up with kids in tow at Atwood Cafe in Chicago

Don't be thrown off by the decor, Atwood caters to kids as well as adults.  Read more...

Stanley's Kitchen serves up comfort food in a family-friendly atmosphere

Lincoln Park restaurant serves your kid's favorite food, but you can still dine like a grown-up.  Read more...

Calendar

Chicago nature museum creates program for special needs

Breakfast with the Butterflies program gives families an opportunity to connect with nature in a unique setting.  Read more...

Family fun in bloom at Chicago Flower & Garden Show

Let the kids get their hands dirty at this year's Chicago Flower & Garden Show.  Read more...

New Tinkering Lab at Chicago Children's Museum puts imagination back in playtime

Unplug, shut-down, turn off your favorite device and do a little tinkering in this new exhibit.  Read more...

Animal Inside Out exhibit exposes Chicago families to animal anatomy

New exhibit from the producers of Body Worlds gives visitors an intricate look under the skin of more than 100 animal specimens.  Read more...

Need to know

Is Snapchat safe for our kids?

Snapchat is all the rage with today's kids. Even though they think it's the safer way to share their photos, there are still ground rules you need to consider.  Read more...

Turn your smartphone photos into prints and books

Make something great with those adorable photos of your family with these easy-to-use apps.  Read more...

How to choose the right credit card for your family expenses

Before choosing a credit card, consider your family's lifestyle and needs.  Read more...

Chicago mom and novelist Thea Goodman talks about the transition to parenthood

Our Mom of the Month dishes on parenting in Chicago, sleep deprivation and more.  Read more...

What to do when your child is always hungry

Do your little ones have big appetites? Christine Palumbo has tips for how to deal with that seemingly bottomless tummy.  Read more...

Talk Back

Is my smartphone making me stupid?

A broken, or hidden, cell phone might be the key to a creative day in the city of Chicago.  Read more...

That's my boy: Finally recognizing myself in my son

Christopher Garlington claims his son was too good looking of a baby to be his own, but something finally struck a chord.  Read more...

The stress of when to enroll your child in kindergarten

For parents of kids with late summer or early fall birthdays, when do you decide it's time to start the big K?  Read more...

Features

Chicago moms dish on raising digital natives

We're analog parents raising digital kids in a digital age. We spoke to a few Chicago moms about their experience in the digital world of parenting.  Read more...

The problem with hyper-connected kids in the digital age

How to know when it's time to unplug your kids and what to do with screen-less time.  Read more...

Adler Planetarium’s first female president puts families first

Mom, foodie and space lover Michelle Larson wants to make science and tech fun for all Chicago families.  Read more...

Chicago kids talk about technology

We gathered a panel of 14 Chicago-area kids growing up in the digital age to talk about tech.  Read more...

Chicago spring break staycation ideas for families

Staying home this year for spring break? Add some fun to your week by trying something new.  Read more...

Medically fragile kids find a home at Children's Habilitation Center

Staff at CHC aims to make life as normal and happy as possible for children who may never go home with their families.  Read more...

Chicago moms celebrating turning 40 in big ways

Life isn't over just because you're getting older. We've got 10 amazing ways to celebrate turning 40.  Read more...

Chicago dad helps Afghan girls go to college

Dusty Huscher has helped 23 girls in Afghanistan attend college this year.  Read more...

 

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