For kids, art has a way of sparking conversations and creating connections. That comes to life during Family Days, a special Saturday program at the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago. “Come ready to ...

The Chicago area offers many faith-based educational institutions that seamlessly blend academic rigor with spiritual development. Need help finding the best one for your child? To help families make ...

For busy working parents, the transition between the end of the school day and the end of the work day can be a daily challenge. The YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago bridges this gap, offering a nurturing ...

Columbia College Chicago is a private, four-year college located in downtown Chicago and nationally recognized for its focus on arts, media, communications and creative industries. According to the ...

A top notch education sets the foundation for your student’s later success. Some schools prioritize rigorous athletics alongside academics while others might prepare students for a successful STEM ...

Just a few miles northwest of the Loop, Wicker Park is considered one of Chicago’s most vibrant and walkable neighborhoods for families to explore. It offers a unique mix of outdoor adventure and ...

From glowing gardens to ice skating and cozy cabanas, here’s everything parents need to plan a smooth, family-friendly night at Wheaton’s Christmas at Cantigny. The event’s main focus is the half-mile ...

When Xochitl Gonzalez found out her debut novel, Olga Dies Dreaming, had been chosen as this year’s One Book, One Chicago (OBOC) selection, her first reaction was joy. “While it’s about many things, ...

Hit the slopes at Granite Peak in Wausau, Wisconsin, for long ski seasons, night skiing, family-friendly events and cozy apres-ski dining. If your family loves to ski or snowboard, Wausau, Wisconsin ...

Now in its 13th year, Illumination: Tree Lights at The Morton Arboretum in Lisle runs Nov. 15, 2025, through Jan. 3, 2026, offering families a mile-long trail of lights, sound and forest features ...

From delayed pension payments to reliance on city surplus funds, here’s what the new $10.2 billion budget means for families. The Chicago Board of Education approved a $10.2 billion budget on Aug. 28 ...

Just a few miles northwest of the Loop, Wicker Park is considered one of Chicago’s most vibrant and walkable neighborhoods for families to explore.... Chicago’s dining scene has no shortage of ...