Chicago Parent

23/11/2024

🏡 Looking for the perfect neighborhood to call home? 🌟

Choosing where to buy a home is a major life decision, and Niche has made it a bit easier with these rankings of the best places to buy a home in Cook County.

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23/11/2024

Here are some of our top picks for Hanukkah events in Chicago and the suburbs to celebrate. 🕎🕯️✨

Celebrate the Festival of Lights!

22/11/2024

Celebrate the holidays at The Ingleside Hotel & Springs Water Park with our Country Christmas Getaway package! 🎄

The package includes overnight accommodations, water park passes, carload admission to Country Christmas, 1 large one-topping pizza, 1 order of garlic bread and 4 soft drinks, and 4 cookies and 4 cups of hot chocolate inside Christmas Village at Country Christmas.

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22/11/2024

Holiday magic awaits! 🎄✨ From Nov. 22 to Dec. 24, explore Christkindlmarket Aurora, a festive market with over 60 vendors offering unique gifts and delicious treats.

Bring the whole family to enjoy enchanting Lantern Parades, Glassblowing Workshops, Nutcracker Scavenger Hunts, festive photo ops and more! Don’t miss this beloved holiday tradition filled with cheer and memories. ❄️🎅

Learn more: https://www.christkindlmarket.com/aurora/?utm_source=chicagoparent&utm_medium=inparternshippost

Sponsored by: Christkindlmarket Aurora

Aurora Days Hours Minutes Seconds Visit us at the Christkindlmarket Aurora at RiverEdge Park in 2024: November 22 – December 24 Christkindlmarket Aurora is open Thursdays to Sundays* Thursday: 11 am – 7 pm Friday through Saturday: 11 am – 9 pm Sunday: 11 am – 6 pm *See below for special hour...

22/11/2024

🧗‍♂️ Exciting news for Naperville! The ABC Climbing Academy (brought to you by Funtopia Naperville) is coming soon, offering a climbing gym exclusively for kids! 🎉

Whether your little ones are beginners or climbing pros, this new space is designed to build confidence, strength and skills in a fun, safe environment. Perfect for young adventurers ready to reach new heights!

Stay tuned for updates and get ready to join the climbing revolution in Naperville. 🌟

Learn more: https://naperville.funtopiaworld.com/?utm_source=chicagoparent

Sponsored by: Funtopia Naperville

Funtopia Naperville is an indoor playground where active kids can slide, jump, fly, climb walls and boulders, and practice their ninja arts.

22/11/2024

Nothing better than a fresh local Christmas tree! 🎄 Here's our map and guide for where to find the perfect one! 🌟

Searching for the right tree for your family?

21/11/2024

Opening this weekend! Find unique holiday gifts at two Christkindlmarket locations: Chicago and Aurora. Here are some tips for families and all the details. 🎁❄️🛍️

Make it a fun day!

21/11/2024

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21/11/2024

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20/11/2024

Middle school can be tough 🫠 but a good school makes a big difference! 🏫

These are the top-rated public middle schools in Lake County, according to Niche. The results stem from multiple ranking factors including teacher quality, state test scores, student-teacher ratio, student diversity and more.

⭐ Lake Forest and Highland Park each have 3 middle schools in the top 25:
https://hubs.la/Q02YG0WD0

20/11/2024

Millennium Park’s annual tree lighting event is on Friday evening 🎄 and Christkindlmarket Chicago opens this weekend! 🎁 Find even more weekend events from the city to the suburbs in our weekend guide for families. 👨‍👩‍👦

🔗 https://hubs.la/Q02YVyR00

📷: Vito Palmisano

20/11/2024

We've rounded up some of the best things to do with kids in Orland Park — from the epic playgrounds at Fountain Hill Park to unreal custom treats from The Funnel Cake Man, see what this side of town has to offer families! 🤩

Explore Orland Park's family-friendly spots, from parks and play centers to kid-approved restaurants and sweet treats.

19/11/2024

One stop on our list of the best indoor play spaces is Gizmos Fun Factory, with bumper cars, laser tag, a toddler area and much more.

📲 Check out our list of must-visit indoor play spaces for family-friendly activities in Orland Park.

📷: Gizmos Fun Factory

18/11/2024

If you're in Orland Park with hungry kids, these are a few of our most-recommended spots for families. 🍽️

Explore family-friendly dining in Orland Park with top spots offering kid-approved menus and fun atmospheres.

18/11/2024

✨ Warm up with magical holiday teas around Chicagoland! Whether a longstanding family tradition or newfound holiday joy — there are some lovely local holiday tea experiences! ☕

From Suzette's Creperie to Hotel Zachary — make plans to sip, savor, and make holiday memories at these magical tea events! ☕

Find all the details 📲
https://hubs.la/Q02Yt0qG0

📷: The Langham

18/11/2024

What's your favorite family flick to watch during the holiday season? 🎬🎄👪

From heartfelt reunions to family feasts, check out the top Thanksgiving movies to watch this holiday season, ranked by IMDb ratings.

17/11/2024

🎄 Kick Off the Holiday Season at Chicagoland’s Christkindlmarket! 🎄

Get ready to stroll through one of Chicagoland’s favorite holiday traditions, the Christkindlmarket! These festive, European-inspired markets open Friday, Nov. 22, offering seasonal eats, warm drinks and unique holiday gifts for the whole family. 🎁✨

Here’s your guide to make the most of this year’s unforgettable Christkindlmarket Chicago and Christkindlmarket Aurora! 🥨🎅

✨ https://hubs.la/Q02Y3mN70

📷: Eric James Walsh