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Look For The Helpers

Mr. Rogers famously said that when he was a little kid and saw scary things in the news, his mom would tell him to “look for the helpers.” That’s not only good advice — it was the inspiration for our Helpers Series, shining a light on Chicagoland parents, kids, families and businesses that are stepping up to help others in the time of COVID-19. Do you know a helper? Let us know at editor@chicagoparent.com!

Outdoors

Visit a Winnie the Pooh Fairy Garden in West Woodlawn

Nikki Roberts -
The 100 Acre Woods fairy garden is a safe, magical place for kiddos to experience nature on the South Side.
Parenting

Local Teens Turn Austin Liquor Store into Fresh Market

Lori Orlinsky -
Austin is considered to be a food desert.
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Sweet Helpers Raise Money For Frontline Workers

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Candy4Corona raised nearly $4,000.
Things to Do

Teen Donates Her Puzzle Books to Hospitalized Children and Seniors

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High school sophomore created her own book.
Things to Do

Help Clean Up Chicago’s Parks This Summer

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Looking to volunteer?
Guides

The Original Rainbow Cone Truck is Making Memories for Families Across the City

Hillary Bird -
“Everybody’s stressed and they need the rainbow!”
Things to Do

Local Kids Knit to Help Comfort Others During Pandemic

Lori Orlinsky -
High school student starts nonprofit Knitting ILY.
Parenting

Free Black Children’s Library Series Pops Up in Chicago This Summer

Lori Orlinsky -
Brown Books & Paint Brushes is hosting the series.
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15-Year-Old Seeks $250,000 to Host Free Computer Science Camp for Kids

Lori Orlinsky -
Pilsen high school junior hopes to teach 1,000 Black and Brown kids.
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10-Year-Old Girl Makes Floral Baskets to Aid Naperville Businesses

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And the baskets look amazing!
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