Shannan Younger is a writer and recovering attorney living in the western suburbs of Chicago. Her husband is tad bit more tolerant of her bad jokes than her teen daughter. Raising adolescents isn't easy, but it can be a ton of fun, especially in and around Chicago. She blogs at BetweenUsParents.com and ChicagoNow. Find her on Twitter and Instagram at @ShannanYounger.
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Shannan Younger
New Naperville restaurants that are perfect for date night
Or a fun night out with girlfriends. more
8 new parenting books to add to your summer reading list
Useful info to help solve the mystery that is being a parent. more
Free family programs at Lurie Garden in Millennium Park
Great year-round, but especially fantastic in the summer. more
Wallet-friendly ways for kids to have fun at White Sox games
“Love is the most important thing in the world, but baseball is pretty good, too.” – Yogi Berra more
6 mouthwatering Chicagoland food fests promise a delicious summer
Food, fun and family go hand-in-hand. more
New museum exhibits taking over Chicago this summer
From Shedd Aquarium and MSI to Morton Arboretum and the Field Museum. more
10 tips to make the most of your teen’s college tour
“Never has a 19-year-old walking backward had so much power over your life.” more
Mother's Day ideas to savor precious solo mom time
“Alone time is when I distance myself from the voice of the world so I can hear my own.” – Oprah Winfrey more
Chicago Parent Playdate entertainers bringing the fun Sunday
There is something for everyone at Chicago Parent's big Spring Playdate! more
Calendar
Millennium Park Summer Film Series
Catch a movie on the big, big, big screen. more
Aug 14, 2018
Passport to Fun: Blow Off Some STEAM
Try hands-on STEAM activities to earn a sticker. more
Aug 14, 2018
