☀️ Summer Music Camp - July 18-22 in Clarendon Hills

Tuition $450 -- Beginner-Advance Camps for all instruments, ages 5-18yrs, located in Clarendon Hills

Happy Father's Day To The Old Man Picking Up Litter In South Holland

KONKOL COLUMN: "He's such an awesome person to care so much ... to continually do something on his own like this without being asked."

'Twosday' Baby: Parents Welcome Girl At 2:22 P.M. On 2/22/22

AMITA Health hospitals in Chicago welcomed a few babies Tuesday, including a little girl, Amany, born to Bridgeview parents at 2:22 p.m.

Raven Theatre’s TAKE FLIGHT SUMMER CAMP Returns to In-Person

Two Theatre Arts Sessions Announced for Ages 6 – 14 for Summer 2022

Marzillo Family Gives Back to Treasure Chest Foundation

Marzillo Family Gives Back to Treasure Chest Foundation in Honor of Granddaughter Stella

American Youth Symphony Orch - AUDITIONS 2/20, 3/13

AUDITIONS - All Orchestral Instruments - Ages 7-18yrs

AMI Summer Music Camp July 18-22, 2022

Summer Music Camp For All Instruments, ages 5-18 in Hinsdale

Rocket Club Academy helps kids become ‘childpreneurs’

Lincoln Park, Chicago chapter accepting new students

When life gives you snow - eat it!

Momma Chef: Bringing You Dozens of Fabulous Recipes Using Less Than 6 Ingredients and Under 6 Minutes Prep Time- Easiest Dinner This Week!

New Campaign Takes Aim at Gifting IL Lottery Tickets to Kids

Lotteries are a ticket to later-in-life gambling problems, expert says.

American Music Institute - NEW Faculty Spotlight

AMI NEW Faculty Spotlight - Guitar / Voice / Violin / Piano / Cello / Trumpet / more...

‘It Didn't Hurt That Much': Chicago Kids Get COVID-19 Vaccine

Smaller orange syringes, with smaller doses than those meant for adults, offer big comfort to parents.

Halloween in Andersonville

"Halloween on Catalpa: A Trick-or-Treat Grab & Go Experience,” plus the return of Trick-Or-Treating Through the Business District.

Best-Selling Author Introduces Bucky & Daisy's Moody Adventures

Donna Fatigato Aims to Teach Kids How 'Having Fun' is Connected to Health, Wellness, and Nurtition

AG: Free Webinars To Help Parents Spot Child Exploitation

Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul said the webinars will cover a variety of topics as child pornography reports increase.

Chicago Dogs Baseball+Fireworks = July 4 All-American Family Fun

Chicago Dogs face off against the Houston Apollos at 7 p.m.

5 Illinois Amusement Parks To Check Out This Summer

Most amusement parks are open at full capacity for families and friends to ride roller coasters, Go-Karts or water slides.

Middle School Kids Invited to Virtual "Tell Your Story" Workshop

Starting July 1, Tellin' Tales Theatre and Middle School Kids With and Without Disabilities Have a Fun and Rewarding 6-week Zoom Workshop

Father's Day Dad & Kids Play Catch Pre-Game with the Chicago Dogs

The Chicago Dogs face off against the Gary Southshore Railcats in at 3 p.m.

Child Porn Reports Increase 16% In 2021, AG's Office Predicts

Illinois Attorney General Raoul said the increase could be due to the pandemic, which left many children in bad situations with more tech.

7 Family-Friendly Outdoor Activities To Enjoy This Summer In IL

Illinois is a big state, and we're sure to have forgotten something. Let us know your favorite outdoor activities in the comments.

AG Raoul Pleads To Facebook: 'Stop' Developing Instagram For Kids

Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul said Instagram for children under 13 would make them vulnerable to predators and suicidal thoughts.

Find Your Child a Summer Camp Assistance Grant

Winner “Best Summer Camp” in LA Parent Magazine

Experience Awesome, STEAM-Powered Fun At Camp Everbrook.

Summers are for making memories and embracing new discoveries. Help your child engineer their best one yet!

What’s in Your Kitchen?

Momma Chef: Bringing You Dozens of Fabulous Recipes Using Less Than 6 Ingredients and Under 6 Minutes Prep Time! Easiest Dinner This Week!

SOS IL Shares a Message of “Family Togetherness”

In the Spirit of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, SOS IL Supports the Bond between Birth Parents and Children in Foster Care

More Chicago Foster Parents Needed As COVID-19 Pandemic Strains Families

There has been a 33% increase in the number of Chicago area children who need foster care, according to Ada S. McKinley Community Services.

Gus Giordano Dance School Presents the 68th Season

The 68th Season takes place from September - May with both virtual and in-person options

Free DIY Interview Kit Available To Fight Loneliness, Boredom

Interview your loved ones and capture a few life stories while we’re all hunkering down during the coronavirus stay-at-home order.

NICU2Home App Allows Parents To Virtually Visit Babies During Pandemic

Smart NICU-2-Home allows parents to make virtual visits to their baby. The app sends updates throughout the day.

Great activities to fill the next couple of weeks at home!

Trying to find activities to fill the next couple of weeks at home with the kids? Try cooking with them!

Brickworld® LEGO® Exposition Announces 2020 Season

Join LEGO Enthusiasts to Build, Share & Play on June 20-21 at the Renaissance Hotel and Convention Center

Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Coming To Chicago This Fall

When and where to buy tickets in advance to the upcoming Marvel exhibition at the Museum of Science and Industry.

Chesterbook Academy Students Deliver Gifts for Local Children

Preschool students visited Humanitarian Service Project to deliver gifts for local children in need and to tour the organization’s facility

Woodfield Mall to Host Holiday-Themed Disney Junior Play Date

On Dec. 7, area families can enjoy festive activities alongside Disney Junior's most popular television series

Tellin' Tales Theatre: Six Stories Up in the Deep Blue Sea

MIddle school kids and their mentors in a lively musical that teaches understanding and acceptance of those different from us - Nov. 8-17

Chicago Custody Case: Kids Of Spanish-Speaking Dad Will Remain With Slovak-Speaking Foster Parents

The case is one example that questions whether the IL Dept. of Children and Family Services adequately serves Spanish-speaking families.

Chesterbrook Academy Students Donate to Feed My Starving Children

Students at Chesterbrook Academy Preschool raised money for Feed my Starving Children through a quarter drive and bake sales

'Descendants 3' Disney Junior Event at Woodfield Mall on July 27

Families invited to themed event featuring magic show, crafts, photo booth and more

New Book Offers Advice on Advocating for Children

"Bettering the World One Child at a Time" Provides Insights for Families from Form Cook County Family Courts Judge