Elizabeth Diffin spends most of her non-work time trying to be a "cool aunt" to her amazing nephews, Aidan and Jackson. She's excited to introduce them to the fun activities in and around Chicago and then return them and all their energy to their parents. Elizabeth received her Master's degree from Northwestern's Medill School of Journalism in March 2010. A Philadelphia native, she has lived in the Chicago area for seven years, but remains a rabid Phillies and Eagles fan, with apologies to the Cubs, Sox and Bears. Elizabeth loves pretty much everything about Chicago … except the winter.

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See Anything Goes before it leaves Chicago
May 1, 2013
"Anything Goes" ends its run at Cadillac Palace Theatre on May 5. Don't miss out on a great night out, without the kids. 

The best Chicago kite festivals for kids and families
April 30, 2013
This season is packed with kite-flying events across the Chicagoland region. Here are a few to check out. 

Chicago Children's Theatre performing autism-friendly show this weekend
April 30, 2013
The theatre performs a first: a special performance of The Elephant and The Whale set aside for children with autism and their families. 

American Girl expands to include more special needs items
March 18, 2013
The popular doll company has added new feature options and accessories to better reflect the lives of its young customers. 

Animal Inside Out exhibit exposes Chicago families to animal anatomy
March 11, 2013
New exhibit from the producers of Body Worlds gives visitors an intricate look under the skin of more than 100 animal specimens.  

Turn your smartphone photos into prints and books
March 8, 2013
Make something great with those adorable photos of your family with these easy-to-use apps. 

New Tinkering Lab at Chicago Children's Museum puts imagination back in playtime
March 5, 2013
Unplug, shut-down, turn off your favorite device and do a little tinkering in this new exhibit.  

How parents can support the Let's Move! campaign in Chicago
March 1, 2013
Parents play a critical role in getting their kids to be more active. Find out what you can do. 

Family fun in bloom at Chicago Flower & Garden Show
March 1, 2013
Let the kids get their hands dirty at this year's Chicago Flower & Garden Show. 

First Lady returns to Chicago to launch Let's Move! Active Schools campaign
February 28, 2013
New campaign focuses on increasing physical activity for kids in 50,000 schools over the next five years.