Winter 2012

Build Your Own Backyard Ice Rink

Building your own backyard ice rink is easy, with or without snow on the ground.

Roots Handmade Pizza in Wicker Park offers Quad Cities taste and charm

Established restaurant duo opens family restaurant where kids can watch their pizza being made and play with raw dough.

The benefits of involving your kids in martial arts

Participating in martial arts can help kids learn skills and values that will last a lifetime.

A family guide to downtown La Grange

Delicious brunch, comic books and old-fashioned charm await you in this western suburb of Chicago.

Urban issues take center stage in two Chicago performances

Chicago physician pens play for teens addressing victims of violence.

Fine dining for kids in Chicago at Crosby’s Kitchen

In the world of kid-friendly restaurants, Crosby's Kitchen is about as close to Alinea as we'll ever get. And that's fine with us.

Tweens ski for free in Idaho

Kids ski for free at most of the state's ski areas, making a winter trip more affordable for families.

Northern Michigan is full of winter fun for families

Families will find plenty to do during a winter trip to Michigan.

Wisconsin: short drive, good skiing for families

Our neighbor to the north boasts 30 downhill ski and snowboard areas. There's sure to be at least one that fits your family's skills and needs.

Thousands of jolly runners join together for Santa Hustle 2012 in Chicago

Register now to run, walk or volunteer in the 4th Annual race down the lakeshore.
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