Caitlin Murray Giles
Tips for catching the CTA Holiday Train this season
Make a plan to ride the holiday train with your family this year. Read more
Chicago-area parents share advice on sending kids off to high school
First day feelings 2.0 Read more
How to keep your baby happy
Expert Harvey Karp reveals the best ways to sooth your baby and make them happy. Read more
5 family holiday recipes that span generations
Treasured dishes come with amazing memories. Read more
Photo by Thomas Kubik
The best products for new Chicago parents
TheBabyGuybaby gear expert and product info extraordinairegives his recommendations for must-have baby gear in Chicago. Read more
Back-to-school: 6 tips for no-stress mornings
It is possible! Your day can begin smoothly. Here's what you need to do. Read more
The much-anticipated 606 opens Saturday in Chicago
The 606 brings together arts, history, design, trails for bikers, runners, and walkers, event spaces, alternative transportation avenues, and green, open space. Read more
Throw an outdoor movie party for friends and family in Chicagoland
Don't head out to the movies. Bring the big screen to your own backyard. Here's how. Read more
15 practical tips from Chicago teachers to avoid summer learning loss
Summer can be a time for fun, but it also means kids often forget a lot of what they've learned in school. We've got 15 tips from teachers to head off summer brain drain. Read more
Six families share their ideas for a perfect Chicago day
Find some inspiration to create your own perfect Chicago day. Read more
How to make fireworks in a jar
This easy science project mimics colorful fireworks explosions and is a perfect craft for your Fourth of July weekend. Read more
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Harry Potter Spelling Bee
Kids ages 15 and under are invited to participate in a spelling bee that exclusively features words from the wizarding world of Harry Potter. Read more
Jul 22, 2019
Art on theMart
Curated digital art installation across 2.5 acres of theMART's river façade. Read more
Jul 22, 2019
Navy Pier 'Water Flicks' Summer Film Series
Superhero movies presented at Navy Pier. Read more
Jul 22, 2019
