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Winter

Guides

Where can you see the best neighborhood Christmas lights in Chicagoland?

Chicago Parent Editorial Team -
Take a drive around town to see these amazing, decorated homes in the city and suburbs.
Camps

Beat the boredom at these exciting holiday break camps for Chicagoland families

Kari Zaffarano -
Want your kids to do something fun over holiday break? Check out these fun camps in Chicagoland to keep them booked and busy.
At Home

9 Ways to Spice Up Your Hot Chocolate

Josannah Terry -
Easy extras take the sweet treat up a notch.
Guides

3 Ways to Beat Winter Break Boredom

Lynn Gilbertsen -
How to keep your sanity and your kids entertained while school is out.
Indoors

Indoor Family Spots to Escape The Cold

Chicago Parent Editorial Team -
Hibernate inside!
At Home

5 Winter Cabin Fever Busters for Kids

Natalie Libot -
Don't go stir-crazy at home.
Parenting

4 Soft Sweaters to Get the Warm Fuzzies

Sanem D'Angelo -
Stock up!
Guides

The Morton Arboretum’s Illumination Lights Show Will Be a Drive-Through Show in 2020

Chicago Parent Editorial Team -
Watch the lights from your car!
Sponsored Content

5 Milwaukee museum musts for families

Stacey Winconek -
Sponsored by Milwaukee Museum Week.
Advice

5 books to jump-start the fun of snow

Hillary Bird -
Great for babies and toddlers!
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