Birthdays
What kids really want at their birthday party
Over-the-top cakes and decorations aren't high on kids' wish lists for the perfect party, but time for laugher is more
7 common birthday party mistakes parents can avoid
A lot of heart and soul goes into planning parties, but there are a few things parents might overlook. more
Fun birthday party ideas with a splash of learning
Party ideas that bust out of the typical birthday-party box for all girls and boys more
5 Pinterest-worthy birthday parties on a Dollar Store budget
Ideas to throw a fun seasonally on trend and gender fall birthday party more
4 unexpected birthday parties on the North Shore
Options off the beaten path that will wow the little party-goers. more
7 simple ways to save money planning a kid's birthday party
Stretch your dollar and throw a bash! more
Gift ideas for spring party season
Birthdays, baby showers, Mother's Day? There's a gift for that. more
5 gender-neutral summer birthday party ideas
Hand's down, summer is the best time to have a birthday. more
3 stay-at-home birthday parties kids will love
Don't have the time or money for a bouncy house or theme park birthday party this year? Check out these home party ideas that kids of all ages will love. more
What you need to know about hiring party entertainers in Chicago
Chicago party entertainers share their best tips for making your child's birthday a huge success more
Birthday parties aren't what they used to be
Time was, birthdays meant cake, ice cream, maybe a pinata. But today's parties are sometimes more circus than celebration. more
9 ways to survive your baby's first birthday party
Next to the birth of a child, one of the most highly anticipated events on a familys calendar is a childs first birthday. Here are 9 ways to get the most out of yours. more
Throw an environmentally-friendly birthday party
Between paper plates, decorations, crumpled gift wrap and the newest plastic toys and electric gadgets, birthday parties have a carbon footprint that far exceeds your kids size fives. more
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The Scarecrow Trail
Decorated scarecrows are on display around the lake. more
Oct 20, 2018
Breakfast Book Club with Llama Llama
Enjoy a delicious, hot breakfast and then experience a special story time with the character "Llama Llama." more
Oct 20, 2018
Born to Create: A Teen Art Exhibition
A collection of original art created by Chicago high school teens. more
Oct 20, 2018
