Category: Around Town
HOT MESS!
Laurie Palau of Simply B Organized will be in the Chicagoland area to help get our HOT MESS organized. Between book signings, shopping AND presenting her Clutter Clinic you will have plenty of chances to meet Laurie. SEPTEMBER 12th 7:00-9:00 pm : Clutter Clinic and Book Signing Lake Ellyn Boathouse in Glen Ellyn! Register here! SEPTEMBER 13th : Shopping with Laurie at The Container Store in … Read More HOT MESS!
BrickWorld Chicago 2018
If your kids have a love for LEGOS then make sure to watch for the date announcement for BRICKWORLD Chicago 2019! Here are some highlights from this year. Also check out Snapology to learn more about their fun programs.
Suburban Kids in the City
A trip into the city was just what we needed to kick start the beginning of lazy days and care free summer schedules. I sometimes forget just how easy it is to hop on the train and spend a few hours exploring the parks and taking advantage of the great people watching. Our plan was simple and the main goal was to walk Madison … Read More Suburban Kids in the City
Summer Camps 2018
Glen Ellyn and Surrounding Areas photo courtesy of Glen Ellyn Park District https://gepark.org/recreation/camps/ Bricks 4 Kidz https://www.bricks4kidz.com/illinois-elmhurst-lombard/camp-schedules/ Cantigny PGA Camp http://pgajuniorgolfcamps.com/camp-locations/cantigny-golf-club-wheaton-illinois/ Cosley Zoo https://cosleyzoo.org/programs/summer-camps/ CYT formally Spotlight Theater http://www.cytchicago.org/summercamp Glen Ellyn Park District https://gepark.org/recreation/camps/ Kids Science Labs https://kidssciencelabs.com/camp-overview Forest Preserve http://www.dupageforest.org/things-to-do/camp-for-kids-teens Marcel’s Cooking Camps https://www.marcelsculinaryexperience.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/MarcelsCalendar_June2018.pdf Morton Arboretum Science Camp http://www.mortonarb.org/news/registration-now-open-2018-summer-science-camp-morton-arboretum Out on a Whim Clay Camp http://www.outonawhim.info/index.php Pump It Up Camp https://www.pumpitupparty.com/lisle-il/other-ways-to-play/special-events/ Rising Stars … Read More Summer Camps 2018
Getaway to Traverse City
Picture this. Sandy beaches, crystal clear water, kids running up and down the sand dunes. Swimming, hiking, great restaurants, plenty of shopping, and at the end of the day you’re relaxing by the lake sipping a cocktail. Sounds like the perfect destination for a family getaway. We thought so! The car was packed and we were ready to trek up to Traverse City. The drive was about 5 1/2 hours … Read More Getaway to Traverse City
