DG's Annual Gingerbread Festival Started Friday, And We Have the Schedule

The festival continues through Sunday evening.

2nd Grader Who Can't Get Enough of Cubs Victory Flies the 'W' From His Bicycle

"It made my heart happy," his mom said.

Downers Grove Announces Lineup for November Gingerbread Festival

Is it ever really too early to start planning for Christmas?

Downers Grove is the No. 1 City in America For Treats this Halloween, Nextdoor Says

It's also the only Illinois city on the top-ten list.

Harvest Fest Offers Food, Entertainment and Activities for All Ages

Seeking Chili Cook-Off and Salsa Competitors, Talented Crafters and Avid Bags Participants

Mini Firefly at Miner Mike's Adventure Golf

This is not your average game of mini-golf!

Gallery: Ribbit! The Exhibit at Morton Arboretum

The Ribbit Exhibit will be on display through Sept. 25.

Kids Identification and Safety Seat (K.I.S.S.) event this Saturday, July 16 in Hinsdale

Illinois Tollway and Illinois State Police District 15 offering free kids’ ID cards and safety seat inspections at Hinsdale Oasis on I-294

An amazing summer experience for your children

First Congregational United Church of Christ in Downers Grove offers VBS.

What greater gift

My first pet after all these years.

Registration Open For Herrick's Summer Sports Camps

Camps are open to any incoming fifth through eighth grader who resides within District 58 boundaries.

Downtown Downers Grove Ice Festival is Free Family Fun

Make Downtown Downers Grove your Valentine's Weekend destination for family fun.

The Tivoli Presents 'Hansel and Gretel Meet The Swamp Witch'

The live production will take place Feb. 6.

Oh, Baby: Meet Some of the First Babies Born in 2016

Hospitals across the Advocate Healthcare system were busy this New Year's Day delivering some of the first babies born in 2016.

Wild Night Out

Catch up on holiday shopping or enjoy an evening out as the kids have an adventure of their own in Lyman Woods.

Parents Night Out

Enjoy a well-deserved night out as your little ones are entertained at the Lincoln Center in Downers Grove.

Downers Grove Named a Top City for Trick-or-Treating: Study

Get your candy bucket ready.

Family Safety Fair Coming to Downers Grove

Exhibits include free child safety seat inspection and installation, kids’ ID cards, Jesse White Tumbling Team and touch-a-truck display.

Fright Fest/Great America

Leave the driving to us as you experience all the thrills and chills of Fright Fest at Great America.

Dog and Bunny BFFs Teach Children About Resiliency

Miles the dog will be in Downers Grove on Sept. 5 for a book signing.

Top Towns to Raise a Family in Illinois

A total of 73 Illinois cities were ranked by Niche as the best places to start a family.

Parents Night Out

Enjoy an evening out as your children are entertained at the Downer Grove Park District's Lincoln Center!

Do You Live in One of the 50 Safest Cities in Illinois?

Here are the top 50 safest cities in Illinois, according to ValuePenguin.

Dog Days of Summer at Museum

Downers Grove Museum to host a dog day on Aug 8

Beat the Heat and Try Something Sweet at One of These 59 Ice Cream Shops in Illinois

A list of 59 must-try ice cream shops throughout the state.

Take a dip with the family at these 43 water parks and pools in Illinois

Cool off at these 43 water parks and pools this summer.

FBI Looks for Young Victims in International Sexual Exploitation Case

VIDEO: A young woman shares her story of "sextortion" as a teen victim of Lucas Chansler. The FBI has released the screen names he used.

Thousands flock to Downers Grove Classic Car Show each Friday

Visitors can look under the hood while kids sit behind the wheel of antique and classic automobiles.

Fishing Derby

Reel in some fun at the annual Fishing Derby at Barth Pond

What drama can teach your children

Summer drama workshop begins July 7th at First Congregational United Church of Christ in Downers Grove

Crossfit Paradox is holding a Summer Camp for Kids!

Active Summer Camp for Kids! Located near the Belmont Metra Station in Downers Grove.

Beekeeping Camp Scholarships Now Available

Scholarships for the Junior Beekeeping Summer Camp at Lyman Woods are being offered by the Cook-DuPage Beekeeping Association.

The Indian Boundary Y is ready for Summer Camp!

Register for Camp!

Children's Safety Expo to Promote Health and Safety

The expo will be held from 9 a.m. to noon June 6 at Lakeview Junior High School, Downers Grove.

Free Vacation Bible School June 8 to 12 at Trinity Lutheran in Lombard

Free Vacation Bible School June 8-12 for children age 3 through 5th grade at Trinity Lutheran Church in Lombard, register at 630.629.8765.

25 Trips to Make with the Family this Summer

Sure, Chicago has a lot of fun things to do, but let us introduce you to what the rest of Illinois has to offer this summer.

Day Camp!

3 Days only June 15-17, 2015 (Mon-Wed) 9am-2pm $10/child/day

Dale Carnegie Leadership Camp for Teens Creates Leaders

The camp, which is located in Downers Grove, a week-long leadership-based summer program, teaches participants real world people skills.

The Best Brunch Spots Around Illinois

Warning: Do not read when hungry.

Free Bowling for Kids Returns This Summer at Tivoli Bowl

The Tivoli bowling alley is offering a chance for children age 15 and younger to receive their first two games of bowling FREE