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Animals

Guides

Birthday Party Animal Experiences for Kids

Lori Orlinsky -
Get a little wild at your next party!
Things to Do

Worth the Drive: Safari Lake Geneva

Lori Orlinsky -
Explore Wisconsin's drive-through safari.
Attractions

Brookfield Zoo Sets Reopen Date for July 1

Chicago Parent Editorial Team -
General public can return July 8!
Advice

Babies and Pregnancies Announced at Shedd Aquarium

Chicago Parent Editorial Team -
Shedd is working on its reopening plans.
Sponsored Content

5 ways summer camp helps kids in a social media-saturated world

Chicago Parent Editorial Team -
Sponsored by Cub Creek Science Camp.
Things to Do

Lincoln Park Zoo preps transformation of lion house

Chicago Parent Editorial Team -
The big cats will have an extreme home makeover.
Special Needs

Shedd Aquarium to launch regular low-sensory presentation

Chicago Parent Editorial Team -
New on Thursdays!
Advice

Lincoln Park Zoo welcomes second baby gorilla

Katina Beniaris -
How cute are they?
Advice

Discover the animals that live above ground in ‘TreeHouses’

Hillary Bird -
Climb to the top!
Indoors

3 artsy events not to miss in November

Keely Flynn -
Cozy up with your favorite daredevil!
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