Enjoy a cold pint while the kids play—these Chicago breweries offer family-friendly patios perfect for summer afternoons.

Grocery prices are rising, but smart habits like meal planning, bulk buys and store-hopping can keep your budget in check.

Illinois families know that raising a child is expensive, but the change in costs over the past year might be a surprise.

Explore Brookfield Zoo’s new Tropical Forests habitat with chimps, gorillas and kid-friendly rainforest adventures.

Discover why kids love “The Bean” in Chicago — and how to explain it with fun facts, tips and answers to curious questions.

Explore the entire museum into the night, including Marvel’s Spider-Man: Beyond Amazing — The Exhibition, with extended hours every Sunday. Reserve timed tickets for these additional experiences. Stan ...

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Chicago City Day School offers an academically rigorous elementary program combining subject mastery with experiential ...

When summer hits the south suburbs of Chicago, families start looking for fun ways to beat the heat – and splash pads are one of the best options. Whether you have toddlers who love interactive water ...

Ages 5-15 can come out to Hidden Oaks Nature Center for a fishing derby. It's broken up in two sections: 7-9 a.m. and 9:30-11:30 a.m. Prizes and trophies will be awarded for the largest fish in three ...

This summer, the Chicago Public Library is offering children various art activities to help them express themselves.