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One lump or two? A relaxing break from the chaos of the holidays, afternoon tea is quickly becoming an annual tradition for many families in the Chicago area.
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One lump or two? A relaxing break from the chaos of the holidays, afternoon tea is quickly becoming an annual tradition for many families in the Chicago area.
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If you’re tired of looking out your window at the dreary winter sky, improve your view with some beautiful paper snowflakes.
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Think you have a budding structural engineer? Chicago offers plenty of places for your little builder to build their skills.
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The next time you find yourself sliding around on an icy sidewalk, think about the everyday science lessons you can slip easily into your kids' day. Read more...
Almost 20 years ago, Rich Rosenberg, then owner of Elmhurst Camera, noticed that families who had children with special needs weren’t in the lines to visit Santa at the mall. So he did something about it.
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Brave the crowds and the cold with a game plan at this year's Thanksgiving Day parade downtown. Read more...
The Museum of Science and Industry just made keeping your family healthy a little easier.
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I had never associated Donald Trump with “family friendly,” but 24 hours in Chicago’s new Trump Hotel changed my mind. Read more...
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Chicago-area families should absolutely take advantage of the cultural and educational opportunities at the Art Institut, even — heck, especially — with kids in tow.
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Three long-standing Chicago ethnic festivals and traditions to open up the world to youngsters without stepping foot inside O’Hare.
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The Girls’ Guide to Rocking is a hip how-to guide that covers everything from writing the songs, starting a band, picking the right equipment and booking a gig.
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We went on a search for the biggest, baddest Bears fan family out there. From many submissions, we found our winner.
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The nation's top snow sculptors will be packing their tools and their talent and heading to southeastern Wisconsin to compete in the U.S. National Snow Sculpting Championship in Lake Geneva.
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When your child has celiac disease, simple childhood pleasures such as a pizza party become nearly impossible. It doesn't have to be that way. Read more...
Checked baggage fees are no fun. Beat them with these lightweight, durable carry-ons, tested by a 4-year-old frequent flyer. Read more...
Rose Bowl? Check. Rose Parade? Check. This SoCal getaway offers more than sports paradise and sunny skies.
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Nashville is serious about Christmas, about Santa Claus, even about the Nativity scenes on display at this vacation destination, which is famous for its weekly broadcast from the Grand Ole Opry stage next door.
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As a native Midwesterner, I never understood why Texans are so crazy about Texas. One trip to Washington County, the birthplace of Texas, and now I get it: It's all about the rich history of the state. Read more...
The National Ability Center, in Park City, Utah, helps people with disabilities hit the slopes. Read more...
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The first step into the dolphin tank is the moment fantasy turns reality. Only reality is better than you ever imagined.
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