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March concerts for families around Chicago
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There are a number of places to take your kids to hear a wide variety of music in and around Chicago. Here are some of our favorites.
Around the World with Quintet AttaccaFREE
Driehaus Museum | ChicagoFebruary 25 - March 10 (Saturday) , 10-10:45 a.m.
Each week, a new theme introduces young music enthusiasts and their adult companions to basic musical concepts and helps them get to know the woodwind family by solving The Mystery of the Missing Musical Clock (Feb. 25), choosing a Quintet Idol winner (March 3), and playing Where in the World is Quintet Attacca? (March 10). After the concert, a special treasure hunt is available for families to explore the Museum together.
Wake Up & Boogie Down Family Festival
Neighborhood Parents Network | ChicagoMarch 2, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Includes live musical performances by The DreamTree Shakers, All About Dance and Bubbles Academy, rock 'n' roll makeovers, arts & crafts and games, healthy snacks, activities with Harvest Moon Farms, Language Stars, Rock Candy Salon, and Suzuki School, tot activities zone, raffles and giveaways and a chance to "walk the red carpet" and be photographed.
Musical Journey Through Latin America: A Concert for Families with Young Children
Family Network Parent/Child Center | Highland ParkMarch 3, 10-11 a.m.
Families with young children join Marieth Quintero, musician and educator, for a delightful, interactive concert featuring songs and instruments from Central and South America. Call for information and directions.
