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Spring 2012
Special Parent E-Book
Can't find a copy of Special Parent? Read or download our pdf. Read more
Chicago's newest super hero
Youve heard of Superman and Batman, but its time for a new crime fighter to join the ranks of your familys favorite superheroes. Read more
Find big flavor in Chicago's Chinatown
Chicago Food Planet offers a three-hour walking tour of Chinatown that covers the food, history and culture of the largest Asian nation. And its right off the els Red line. Read more
Spring break in the Shawnee National Forest
The Shawnee National Forests Garden of the Gods, roughly a six-hour drive from Chicago, erases the impression of Illinois as a flat Midwestern plain and offers a bit of adventure for families of all ages. Read more
A taste of Acapulco in Chicago
For families who can't escape to the ocean for spring break but want to delight in coastal ambiance and fresh seafood, the next best thing is waiting in Ukrainian Village: El Barco Mariscos. Read more
Hands-on play with toys and trains
America's Best Train & Hobby Shop is a dream come true for choo-choo crazy kids. Read more
Be your own MythBuster at MSI
Anyone who has ever watched the TV show "MythBusters" knows blowing things up in the name of science is all part of the fun, as the show's two stars take an irreverent approach to testing scientific hypotheses. Don't miss the new MythBusters exhibit at the Museum of Science and Industry. Read more
Take a treasure hunt in the city
Everyone loves to find treasure, whether it is a bit of sea glass on the beach or an Ann Taylor sweater from the Goodwill rack. Letterboxing, a new trend in treasure hunts, lets families follow a trail of clues to discover hidden gems throughout the city and suburbs. Read more
Finding your zen spots
Are you in search of a little peace and quiet some days, but you need to figure out how to do that with kids around? Recently, local author Anne Ford scoured the city for tranquil places for her new book Peaceful Places Chicago. Read more
Finding nature in your own backyard
Finding nature's hidden treasures can be as easy as heading out into your own backyard. Read more
Traverse City and Northern Michigan
Northern Michigan is one of those places where its all about the outdoors, from the majestic sand dunes along Lake Michigan to a traditional drive-in movie theater Read more
Crossing the Great Lakes
If you're planning to head to Michigan this summer, but want to ensure that "getting there" is at least part of your family vacation fun, try traveling by plane or boat. Read more
Just a little horsin' around
If your family is ready to ditch the four-star hotels and look for a little more rustic vacation, you may want to check out a ranch vacation. Here are two places we recommend. Read more
A "Dolphin Tale" trip to Florida
Experience your own version of the movie "Dolphin Tale" with a trip to where it all began. Read more
Travel New York with toddlers
As the city that never sleeps, New York may have more in common with your children than you think. We've got some spots not to miss when visiting New York City with kids. Read more
Be a tourist in your hometown
Were probably all guilty of rolling our eyes at a group of tourists fumbling with maps and blocking our way. But Chicago is a world-class city, so why should the natives miss out on all the fun? Weve got six ideas for experiencing our great city like it was your first trip around the Loop. Read more
Take a culinary world tour without leaving Chicago
Introduce your kids to the flavors of the world without leaving Chicago. Read more
Exotic travel, with kids
Think your days of traveling to exotic locales is over now that you have kids? We've got some ideas to get you back on the road. Read more
Travel Europe without leaving the Midwest
Even if your budget won't let you cross the ocean this summer to visit the real Europe, there are plenty of places nearby to experience other countries. Read more
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Nature Connects: Art with Lego bricks by Sean Kenney
Marvel at 13 larger-than-life displays created from nearly half a million Lego bricks. Read more
Jul 18, 2019
Troll Hunt
A journey to find the larger-than-life guardians of the forest. Read more
Jul 18, 2019
Bronzeville Echoes: Faces and Places of Chicago’s African American Music
Explore Chicago’s music legacy through ragtime, jazz and blues in an exhibition that highlights the contributions of important places and people that shaped the music scene. Read more
Jul 18, 2019
