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South Suburbs

Guides

How parents can get out of a rut

Danielle Braff -
Is every day beginning to feel exactly the same?
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Transform Those Fall Pumpkins into Little Gobblers

Megan Murray Elsener -
It's the perfect Thanksgiving craft!
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15 family-friendly festivals to check out this September

Chicago Parent Editorial Team -
Festival season isn't over yet!
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5 wonderful nature centers in the south suburbs

Erin Skibinski -
Get outside this summer with the kids!
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Top Bubble Tea Cafes in Chicago and the Suburbs

Chicago Parent Editorial Team -
Sweet, refreshing and delicious.
Guides

4 Sunday Funday solutions to try out with your family

Amanda Simkin -
Because that's what Sunday is all about!
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No place like Oz Fest

Elizabeth Diffin -
Dust off your ruby slippers.
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The best playgrounds near me: Southwest suburbs

Samantha Bradley-Pantoja -
Take a playground tour across Chicagoland.
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Cirque Italia puts a unique twist on the traditional circus

Samantha Bradley-Pantoja -
Experience the intimate family show.
Guides

Welcome summer at the Homer Community Fest

Samantha Bradley-Pantoja -
Enjoy musical acts, local food vendors, carnivals and more.
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