This month we celebrate a man whose talents entertain and educate. Happy 109th birthday to Dr. Seuss! Celebrate at events city-wide on March 1-2.

Miss chasing fireflies on a warm summer night? Check out this new exhibit all about glowing creatures. The next exhibit runs March 7-Sept. 8.

Let the kids get their hands dirty at this year's Chicago Flower & Garden Show. The show runs March 9-17 at Navy Pier.

Legoland launches its first-ever Lego Star Wars Mniland during Star Wars Days weekend March 8-10. Star Wars Weekend activities include a meet and greet with members of the 501st Legion; build your own Lego creation in the Model Builder Workshop, photos with life-sized Lego Star Wars Darth Vader and more!

Spring is on the horizon, which means it's about time to replace that bike your kid has outgrown. At the bike swap you can buy bikes, bike parts, gear and clothing. Even better, you can sell your old wheels in the Bike Corral.

This sweet soiree features a maple syrup boil-down, Native-American and pioneer-era sugar camps a puppet show and, of course, a pancake breakfast.

Midwest artisans and farmers exhibit their goods and offer workshops on growing and making food. Plus, you can watch cooking demos and there are family-friendly activities for the kids. The festival is a great way to get kids excited about eating healthy and local.

Find the St. Paddy's Day parade closest to you and get your green on! Head downtown to watch the dyeing of the Chicago River and hit up your neighborhood celebration.