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• ►2019
  • ►November
    • Chicago Area Special Needs Santa Guide
    • Chicago Area Santa Guide
  • ►October
    • Indoor Trick-or-Treating in the Chicago Area
  • ►September
    • Chicago Area Apple Orchard Guide 2019
  • ►July
    • Free Chicago Museum Days - Summer 2019
    • Fourth of July Parade & Firework Guide - 2019
  • ►June
    • Chicago Area Berry Picking Guide 2019
  • ►April
    • Chicago Area Baseball Clubs for Kids
    • Chicago Area Easter Egg Hunts
  • ►March
    • Chicago Area Easter Bunny Guide
    • St. Patrick's Day Family Events 2019
  • ►February
    • Skiing, Snowboarding, and Tubing Near Chicago
    • Asleep with the Fishes and Other Museum Overnights in Chicago
• ►2018
  • ►December
    • Illumination at the Morton Arboretum
    • The Polar Express Schedules Stop at Chicago Union Station
  • ►November
    • Best Spots for Leaf Peeping Near Chicago
    • 8 Things to do with Leftover Halloween Candy
    • Halloween Candy Buy Back
  • ►October
    • Chicago Area Trick-or-Treat Hours
    • Teal Pumpkin Project with Free Printable Pumpkin Sign
    • Chicago Area Halloween Events
  • ►September
    • Dora and Diego at the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum
    • Fright Fest at Six Flags Great America
    • Top Three Products from the Chicago Baby Show 2018
    • Free MSI tickets for CPS students
  • ►August
    • Troll Hunt at the Morton Arboretum
    • Legoland Discovery Center Annual Pass 50% off (limited time only)
    • Chicago Baby Show Ticket Giveaway
  • ►July
    • Magical Birthday Parties at CircEsteem
  • ►June
    • Giveaway: Hotel Transylvania and Hotel Transylvania 2 DVDs
    • The Science Behind Pixar at the Museum of Science & Industry
    • Care.com Nanny Share: affordable child care with plenty of perks
    • Chicago Cheap Summer Movie Guide
  • ►May
    • Free Donuts for National Donut Day
    • Urban Air Adventure Opens in Crystal Lake
    • International Migratory Bird Day at Brookfield Zoo
    • White Sox Family Field Day
    • Chicagoland: Read All About It
  • ►April
    • Sesame Street: F is for Friends Pop-Up Tour
    • Earth Daze Open House at the Chicago Children's Theatre
    • Brookfield Zoo Celebrates Earth Day with a Party for the Planet
    • 55 Free Things to Do in Chicago and Surrounding Areas
    • Bubble Guppies Live! Ready to Rock
    • Big News from Six Flags Great America
    • Cirque Du Soleil - CORTEO
  • ►March
    • Buckingham Fountain prepares to #SwitchonSummer2018
    • An Epic Tale of Scale at the Chicago Children's Theatre
  • ►February
    • Monster Jam Roars Into Rosemont - 2018
    • 19 Movies and Shows on Netflix Streaming About Love, But Not Romance
    • PAW Patrol Live! "The Great Pirate Adventure" in Chicago
  • ►January
    • 7 Ways to Celebrate MLK Day in Chicago
• ►2017
  • ►December
    • Countdowns on Demand with Netflix Streaming
    • Chicago Area New Year's Eve Events for Families 2017
    • Places to Go & See this Winter Break - Good Day Chicago
    • Santa Suite at Swissotel Chicago
    • 39 Christmas Shows in the Chicago Area
    • Holiday Lights in the Chicago Area
    • Top 3 Toys from The Chicago Toy & Game Fair
    • Elf at the Paramount Theatre
  • ►November
    • Holiday Family Fun at Oakbrook Center
    • 9 3/4 Magical Details About the Wizarding World of Harry Potter
    • Santa HQ at Fashion Outlets of Chicago
    • Chicago Toy and Game Fair Giveaway
    • Last Chance: A Year with Frog and Toad - Chicago Children's Theatre
    • Refreshing and Recharging on a Busy Day: A Step by Step Guide
  • ►October
    • Stranger Things on Netflix Streaming
    • All Seasons Apple Orchard
    • Peppa Pig's Surprise Live Show Coming to Chicago
  • ►September
    • LEGO Ninjago Movie Comes to Theatres and Legoland Discovery Center is Celebrating
    • Hyundai Hope on Wheels Celebration of Life Dinner in Chicago
    • Escape Strategy Mad Hatter Escape Room
    • Creating a Baby Gift Basket at Marshall's
    • "A Year with Frog and Toad" Comes to Chicago Children's Theatre
    • Top Baby Products from the Chicago Baby Show 2017
    • Legoland Discovery Center Hosts Back-to-School Party
    • Netflix PersuAsion, Pretty Little LiArs Style
    • World's Largest Loop Coaster Coming to Six Flags Great America
  • ►August
    • Force Friday II Midnight Madness Release Party
    • Shopkins Live! Giveaway
    • Go Ape Treetop Junior at Bemis Woods
    • Free Chicago Museum Days - Fall 2017
    • Goldstar Comp Train: Get Free Tickets to Theater, Dance, Comedy, & More
    • Pheasant Run Family Fun Package Giveaway
  • ►July
    • Modern Map Art Review
    • Overnight Getaway - Summer Splash Getaway at Pheasant Run Resort
    • Origami in the Garden at the Morton Arboretum through October 22, 2017
  • ►June
    • The Ultimate Kids' Adventure Guide to Chicago
  • ►May
    • Super Savings with Groupon Coupons
    • Chicago Free Museum Days - Summer 2017
    • Big Changes at the Shedd Aquarium
    • Last Minute Mother's Day Guide
    • Wild Garden Food Truck Tour
    • Brown Bear, Brown Bear Comes to the Chicago Children's Theatre (with a book signing!)
  • ►April
    • Pinocchio and Book Signing at the Chicago Children's Theatre
  • ►March
    • Free Chicago Museum Days - Spring 2017
    • Meet Joey McIntyre in Chicago!
    • Staycation Recommendation: Windy City Bulls {Giveaway}
    • Update on my book
    • Staycation Recommendation: Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament {Giveaway}
  • ►February
    • Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events: Are Your Kids Ready to Watch?
  • ►January
    • Book Cover Reveal
    • Winter Events at LEGOLAND Discovery Center
    • Discover the Dinosaurs Unleashed Giveaway
    • Crazy January Holidays and How to Celebrate Them
    • Free Chicago Museum Days - Winter 2017
• ►2016
  • ►December
    • New Year's Eve to New Year's Zzzs with Netflix
    • Chicago New Year's Eve Events for Families 2016
    • 10 Reasons Woodstock is the Midwestern Stars Hollow
  • ►November
    • I'm writing a book
    • Boo! at the Zoo with Ferrara Candy Company
  • ►October
    • Streamin' and Screamin'
    • Indoor Trick-or-Treating 2016
    • Netflix + Disney
    • Attention Gilmore Girls Fans: Luke's Diner is Coming (with Free Coffee!)
  • ►September
    • Free Chicago Museum Days - Fall 2016
  • ►August
    • Come Together with the Beat Bugs on Netflix
  • ►July
    • Learning from Netflix
  • ►June
    • Illinois Bucket List
    • Fourth of July Parades & Fireworks - 2016
    • iFly Giveaway and Father's Day Special
    • Chicago Area U-Pick Strawberry Farms 2016
    • There's an episode for that on Netflix Streaming
  • ►May
    • Chicago City Guide sponsored by Chicco + Giveaway
    • Gurnee Mills Gift Card Giveaway
    • Free Summer Reading Programs 2016
    • Netflix Streaming Settles the Sibling Showdown
  • ►April
    • Free Chicago Museum Days - Spring 2016
    • KEEN Introduces Kids' Encanto Collection
    • New LEGO Shows Added to Netflix Streaming
  • ►March
    • Corner Bakery Cafe - Review and Giveaway
    • UNICEF Tap Project for World Water Day
    • Chopped Junior Casting Talented Kid Chefs
    • Museum Day Live (free museum tickets!)
    • Chicago Area Easter Egg Hunts 2016
    • Netflix Streaming the Sicks Days Away
  • ►February
    • 20 St. Patrick's Day Activities for Kids
    • Chicago Area Sensory Friendly Movie Screenings - Winter 2016
    • Brookfield Zoo Celebrates New PBS Show Nature Cat & the 15th Birthday of the Hamill Family Play Zoo
    • Children's Theatre - Winter 2016
    • Free Kids February Returns to MSI
    • Mardi Gras Celebrations for Families
  • ►January
    • New Year, Fresh Start with Netflix Streaming
    • Illinois Friends of Midwives Hosts MommyCon Giveaway
    • Winter Specials at Medieval Times
    • Monster Jam Returns to Chicago for 2016
    • Family-Friendly Groundhog Day Events
    • 4 Events to Celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr.
    • Remembering David Bowie
    • Museum of Science & Industry's 2016 Black Creativity Programming Kicks Off January 18
    • Disney On Ice: 100 Years of Magic Skating Into Chicago
    • Free Museum Days - Winter 2016
• ►2015
  • ►December
    • New Year's Countdowns When You Want Them on Netflix
    • Target Curbside Pickup Arrives in Chicago
    • Chicago New Year's Eve Events for Families 2015
    • Meet Grizzy, Our New Fisher-Price Smart Toy
    • Unique Gifts for Christmas (That You Still Have Time To Get!)
    • 5 Great Gifts for Her
    • 5 Great Gifts for Guys
    • WaterWipes for Wee Ones
    • 'Tis the Season to Be Streaming {+ Giveaway!}
    • Battling the Bedtime Staller
  • ►November
    • Brick Swag: The Monthly Subscription Box for LEGO Lovers [plus discount code]
    • Home Is In the Air with Air Wick's Life Scents Holiday Collection
    • Celebrate Neighborhood Toy Store Day with Building Blocks
    • Holiday Performances in the Chicago Area 2015
  • ►October
    • Halloween Inspired by Netflix Streaming
    • Indoor Trick-or-Treating 2015
    • Tea Time: Getting a Boost from Bigelow
    • Fresh Thyme Celebrates Three New Chicago Area Stores
    • Westfield Hawthorn and Dave & Buster's: Getting Things Done & Having Fun
  • ►September
    • Dust Off Your Shelfies on Netflix Streaming
    • Free Chicago Museum Days - Fall 2015
    • Cirque du Soleil's KURIOS: Cabinet of Curiosities
    • My Son Wears Princess Shoes With Confidence and I Love It
  • ►August
    • Netflix Helps with Back-to-School Blues
    • Fashion Outlets of Chicago
    • Family Dining at Weber Grill
    • Back to School, Back to OshKosh B'Gosh
    • Thomas the Train and Percy Chug Into Union This August {with Giveaway}
    • Gifts for the New Mom
    • Chicago Bears Family Fest & Discount Code
  • ►July
    • Adventures in Parenting with Help from Netflix
    • Ladies Night at U.S. Cellular Field
    • Stock Up on Snacks at Jewel-Osco's Huge Anniversary Sale
    • Endless Summer at Raging Waves Waterpark
    • Cirque du Soleil's KURIOS - Cabinet of Curiosities Arrives in Chicago August 6
    • Illinois Treasurer's I-Cash Program May Have Cash for You
    • SkillTwins Offering Chicago Soccer Camp
    • Geek Street
    • Marvel Universe LIVE! Giveaway
    • Super League Gaming - Giveaway
    • Wild Encounters at Brookfield Zoo
    • Millennium Hotels Expands Ask Alfred Children's Concierge Program
    • Chagall for Children at the Kohl Children's Museum
    • Robot Revolution at the Museum of Science & Industry Giveaway
    • CANCELED - Be a Hero at The Marvel Experience - Giveaway
  • ►June
    • Throwback Family Time with Netflix Streaming
    • Volunteer Opportunity at Lurie Children's Hospital
    • Fourth of July Parades and Fireworks - 2015
    • MSI Launching 2015 Summer Brain Games
    • Send Dad Soaring with iFLY for Father's Day
    • Meatheads Voracious Readers Program & Giveaway
    • Jurassic Party at the New 400 Theater
    • Free Chicago Museum Days - Summer 2015 {and Free Printable Calendar}
    • Preparing for Camp with Mabel's Labels
    • Guide to U-Pick Strawberry Farms 2015
  • ►May
    • Family Is What You Make It - Netflix Streaming
    • Overnight Getaway - Blue Harbor Resort
    • Summer Family Movie Guide - 2015
    • Free Summer Reading Programs - 2015
    • Minor League Baseball Promotions for Families 2015
    • Chicago Cubs Promotions for Families 2015
    • Chicago White Sox Promotions for Families 2015
    • Join the "Science Detective Week" Movement with Moochie Kalala {Giveaway}
    • Earn Extra Money with Fieldwork
  • ►April
    • Reunited and It Feels So Good with Netflix
    • Kids Bowl Free 2015
    • Best Chicago Bowling Alleys
    • Earth Day Events 2015
    • Sesame Street Live: Let's Dance
    • Coloring Animal Mandalas Review and Giveaway
    • Save More Money with Groupon Coupons
    • Northern Illinois Tornado Recovery - How You Can Help
    • It's Better At The Blue
    • Baseball Fan Clubs for Kids 2015
    • 15 Things to Do During Spring Break
    • iFLY-Kohl Playdate - Register Now!
  • ►March
    • Reinventing Yourself with Netflix
    • Sesame Street Live: Let's Dance! Giveaway & Discount Code
    • Free Chicago Museum Days - Spring 2015
    • Chicago Wolves Peanut Allergy Awareness Day 2015
    • #MuseumWeek 2015
    • Easter Eggs Hunts 2015
    • 5 Tips for Preparing for Spring Break with Walmart Unlimited Talk, Text, and Data Plans
    • Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt and I Are Catching Up on the Present
    • Reaching New Heights at iFly
    • Happy Birthday Dr. Seuss!
  • ►February
    • Create Your Own Destiny with Inspiration from Netflix
    • Chicago Family Palooza 2015 Giveaway
    • Cheap Family Movies for Winter 2015
    • It's Streaming Cats and Dogs on Netflix
    • Disney On Ice Presents Frozen - Urgent Scheduling Update!
  • ►January
    • Moochie Kalala Detectives Club Investigates with Chicago Scientists
    • AvaStars Review and Giveaway
    • More Monster Jam
    • Legoland Discovery Center Launches Creative Crew Contest
    • Pennzoil and Walmart Keep My Dirty Car Clean
    • Puppets! An Interactive Installation at The Art Institute of Chicago for All the Family
    • Spreading Kindness During Cold and Flu Season with Boogie Wipes and Spin Kindness
• ►2014
  • ►December
    • Countdown with King Julien
    • Chicago New Year's Eve Events for Families
    • Disney Planes to the Rescue - DIY Runway Tutorial
    • 5 Spots for Outdoor Ice Skating
    • Family Movie Night with AMC Theatres and Coca-Cola Freestyle #AMCandCocaColaFreestyle
    • Holiday Family Fun
    • Holiday Festivals
    • Holiday Performances
    • Holiday Meals (Dining with Santa)
    • Hallmark Northpole Inspires New Holiday Traditions
  • ►November
    • Celebrating Friendship with Netflix Streaming
    • Star Wars: The Force Awakens Teaser Released
    • Giveaway - Tickets to The Nutcracker
    • Chicago Toy & Game Fair 2014 Giveaway #2
    • Motorola Video Baby Monitor Review
    • Chicago Toy & Game Fair 2014 Giveaway #1
    • Sprint Gives Chicago Wireless a Boost
  • ►October
    • Indoor Trick-or-Treating 2014
    • Marking Mini Milestones with Netflix
    • Costume Contest & Trick-or-Treating at Santa's Village AZoosment Park 2014
    • VTech InnoTab 3S Plus Review and Giveaway
    • Not-So-Scary Halloween Fun for Little Ones - 2014
    • The Chicago Architecture Foundation Opens the Doors of Chicago
    • Aquatic Experience - Chicago 2014 - Giveaway
    • KidStuff Coupon Books Giveaway
    • Weekday Fun for Little Ones
    • Cooking Up Fun with Kidstir
    • Fit Made Fun with LeapFrog LeapBand and CLIF Kids
  • ►September
    • Pizza and a Movie with Netflix Streaming
    • "Science + You" Exhibit at the Kohl Children's Museum
    • Parenting Made Affordable with Parent's Choice Diapers
    • Family Sundays with the Chicago White Sox
    • Autumn Weekends at Santa's Village AZoosment Park
  • ►August
    • KaBOOM! Go Out & Play Essentials Pack Review
    • Encouraging Kindness with Netflix Streaming
    • Disney On Ice Presents Princesses and Heroes {Giveaway}
    • Pinstripes
    • Walgreens - Get A Shot, Give A Shot
    • Batkid Begins - Batkid Documentary Needs Your Support
    • Building Brain Power One Netflix Show at a Time
  • ►July
    • Oubly Baby Shower Invitation Giveaway
    • Millennium Knickerbocker Hotel Introduces Ask Alfred Concierge
    • Raging Waves Waterpark
  • ►June
    • Nighttime Is the Right Time for Recharging with Netflix #StreamTeam
    • Fourth of July Parades & Fireworks - 2014
    • Great Times at Medieval Times {and a Giveaway!} #MedievalTimesChi
    • Huggies Slip-Ons Keep Your Standing Baby Covered
    • Summer Family Movie Guide - 2014
    • Free Summer Reading Programs - 2014
    • Sweet Home Chicago #CHIWomenBuild
    • How to Train Your Dragon 2 on IMAX
    • Chicago Area Berry Picking Guide - 2014
    • Free YouthSpark Summer Camps at Microsoft Retail Stores
    • Cantigny Park Free Summer Drop-In Program
    • Why You Should Visit Santa's Village AZoosment Park This Season
    • Netflix Streaming That Will Make You Sing
  • ►May
    • Disney's Frozen Is Coming to Ice
    • Baseball Clubs for Kids 2014
    • Mother's Day Style Candles Giveaway
    • Safe Motherhood Quilt Showing in Chicago
  • ►April
    • Netflix Goes Retro #TBT {with Giveaway!}
    • Touch A Truck Event on Sunday Benefits Kohl Children's Museum
    • Moxie Jean - Upscale Resale for Kids
    • Danger on the Playground
    • Easter Basket Fillers from Amazon Prime
    • Blue Man Group - Spring Break Specials
    • JORD Wooden Watches - Review & Giveaway
    • In Theaters Now - Muppets Most Wanted (with Free Printables)
    • Chicago Area Easter Egg Hunts - 2014
  • ►March
    • Triton Troupers Circus - 2014
    • Staying Well Thanks to Well at Walgreens
    • Schoolhouse Rock Live at the Marriott Theatre
    • No-Sew Hats for Sesame Street Live: Can't Stop Singing + Giveaway
    • The Teddy Bears' Picnic Presented by the Emerald City Theatre
    • Ozeri Instavac Green Earth Food Storage Container Review
    • Days and Nights with the Netflix Stream Team
  • ►February
    • Chicago Wolves Hockey Peanut Allergy Awareness Day - 2014
    • Comfort Food - Peanut Butter, Cheese, & Egg Sandwiches
    • Free Museum Days - 2014
    • Preparing for Spring with OshKosh B'Gosh
    • New Study Brings Postpartum Obsessive Compulsive Disorder to Light #DayofLight
  • ►January
    • Surviving Snow Days - 101 Things to Do With Kids
    • Disney On Ice: Let's Celebrate
    • Art & Science Birthday Party at Mixin Mingle: Part 2
    • I'm a Mommy Nearest "Expert Mom"!
    • Art & Science Birthday Party at Mixin Mingle: Part 1
    • Disney On Ice: Let's Celebrate - Promotional Code
    • Language Stars Offering Free Class Weeks
    • Making Life Easier: Walgreens Medication Refills #WalgreensRX
• ►2013
  • ►December
    • "Noon" & New Year's Eve Events for Families 2013
    • Marriott Destination Tools for Vacation Planning
    • Toddler & Preschool Gift Guide
    • Open Call for MasterChef Junior in Chicago
    • Splendid Nationwide Book Drive for Milk + Bookies
    • In Memory of Chris Keith
    • Citrus Lane Box Review and Promo Code
    • Saving Time and Money with Zaycon Foods
    • Skydeck Chicago Giveaway
  • ►November
    • 20 Days of Deals at Modnique
    • Chicago Toy & Game Fair 2013 Giveaway - Week 3
    • Illumination: Tree Lights at The Morton Arboretum - Giveaway
    • Aquatic Experience Chicago - November 15-17
    • Chicago Toy & Game Fair 2013 Giveaway - Week 2
    • Chicago Toy & Game Fair 2013 Giveaway - Week 1
    • Halloween, Doctor Who Style
  • ►October
    • Trick-or-Treating with JOLLY TIME Pop Corn {and Giveaway}
    • Fun & Fundraising with The Pasta Shoppe - Review & Giveaway
    • Final Day of 2013 - Donley's Wild West Town
    • Last Day for 2013 - Santa's Village AZoosment Park
    • Funley's Stix in the Mud Review
    • Kidz Bop Coming to Chicago October 26
    • Baby Loves Disco Halloween Party {Giveaway}
    • Chicago Architecture Open House This Weekend {and Giveaway}
    • Ziggle the Day Away with Radio Flyer
    • Santa's Village AZoosment Park Harvest Fest Giveaway
    • Spooky Halloween Fun with Tombstone and Nestle
    • Staying Connected with Unlimited Wireless from Walmart Family Mobile
    • Scarecrow Trail at the Morton Arboretum
    • Yummi Pouch Review
    • Step Up With UnitedHealthCare for a Chance to Win A FitBit
    • Brick-or-Treat at Legoland Discovery Center
    • Cre8tive Art Launch Event With Art Mobb & Microsoft Giveaway
  • ►September
    • Harvest Fest at Santa's Village AZoosment Park 2013
    • Fall Festival Returns to Donley's Wild West Town
    • Museum Day Live! - Free Museum Admission September 28, 2013
    • VTech Go! Go! Smart Wheels Airport Playset Review and Giveaway
    • Mud Masterpieces at the Kohl Children's Museum - Giveaway!
    • Disney On Ice: 100 Years of Magic
    • Sweet Home Chicago #LoveThisCity #MC
    • Mother's & More of McHenry Kidstuff Resale Event - September 14, 2013
    • Walmart Family Mobile: Best Wireless to Keep Me Connected
    • Disney On Ice Invites Chicago-Area Fans to Help Feed Hungry Neighbors
    • New Autism Family Center Serves Chicago's North Shore
    • Goldfish Swim School Grand Openings
    • Pleygo - LEGO Rental Subscription Service
    • The Children's Place: The Place for Back to School
  • ►August
    • Chicago Recipe Giardiniera Sausages - Review and Giveaway
    • Meijer's Back-to-School Photo Sweepstakes
    • Puritan's Pride Summer Essentials - Review, Promo Code, & Giveaway
    • SpotOn.it: Enhance Your Family Calendar
    • Magic Moves Electronic Wand by Educational Insights (Review)
    • Skydeck Chicago (with Giveaway!)
    • Green Giant Veggie Snack Chips Deliver #GiantFlavor
    • What Makes You Smile? Floss & Brush Review & Giveaway
    • Disney On Ice Presents 100 Years of Magic - Activities & Giveaway
    • Disney On Ice Celebrates 100 Years of Magic in Chicago
    • Cissna Park's Old Settlers
    • Back-to-School Physicals with Walgreens Healthcare Clinic
    • Santa's Village AZoosment Park Giveaway - 2013
    • Santa's Village AZoosment Park - 2013 Season
    • Summer Bucket List {with Free Printable!}
    • Skokie Park District Exploritorium
  • ►July
    • Quaker Fuels My Family
    • Tummy Stuffers Review
    • Seat Pets Review
    • Chicago Bears Training Camp Starts This Week
    • Chicago Cubs Kid's Club Contest
    • Donley's Wild West Town
    • L.L. Bean's "Outdoor Discovery Tour" Coming to Navy Pier
    • Urban Adventure Quest Discount
    • Sprout Organic Foods Review & Giveaway
    • Cirque Shanghai: Dragon's Thunder
    • Keeping Cool With Red Mango Frozen Yogurt Smoothies
    • Bertie's Birthday Bash at Legoland Discovery Center
  • ►June
    • Fourth of July Parades & Fireworks - 2013
    • Fresher, Faster, & Cheaper Food with Zaycon Foods
    • Language Stars
    • Fresh Produce Brings Me Back to Me
    • Dirty Girl Mud Run
    • White Sox Nut Allergy Awareness Day
    • Six Flags Great America Discount
    • Free Summer Fun - 2013
    • Shoreline Sightseeing {and Giveaway}
    • Brag on Dad - Now With a Prize!
    • Elite Kids in Crystal Lake
    • Legends of Chima 4D Movie at Legoland Discovery Center
  • ►May
    • Brag On Dad
    • Tradewinds Tea Pop Up Beach - May 31
    • Summer Book Clubs - 2013
    • Parent's Choice Overnight Diapers
    • Summer Movie Guide for Families & Kids - 2013
    • MAYhem for Moms Pinterest Party - May 30, 2013
    • Save Childhood Support Imagination with Pump It Up
    • American Science & Surplus Science Night - May 24, 2013
    • Voting Open for Just Peachy Photography Cutest Kid Contest
    • Moms Love Mombo™ - Nursing Pillow Review and Giveaway
    • Baseball Clubs for Kids 2013
    • Santa's Village AZoosment Park Now Open for the 2013 Season
    • The Bear and the Bug Shop - Review and Giveaway
    • Summer Shopping at The Children's Place
    • Sesame Street Live: Elmo Makes Music
    • Mohawk "License To Spill" Tour
  • ►April
    • Donley's Wild West Town Opens for the Season on May 18
    • White Cloud Diapers
    • Crayola's Big Colorful Birthday Adventure
    • Celebrate Earth Day Everyday With Green Kid Crafts
    • The Elephant & The Whale - The Chicago Children's Theatre
    • Just Peachy Photography Cutest Kid Contest 2013
    • Earth Day Events - 2013
    • Sesame Street Live Arriving in Chicago (and Free Printable Activities)
    • Super Saturday: Couponing Class & Business Expo
    • Legoland Star Wars Miniland (& Giveaway)
  • ►March
    • CafePress Giveaway
    • Alice In Wonderland at the Marriott Theatre
    • Overnight Getaways: Fun Spots Within 100 Miles of Chicago
    • Wildlife Explorer and Gardening Made Easy
    • Disney Book Club
    • LeapFrog Reading Month (& Giveaway!)
    • Disney Live! Mickey's Music Festival
    • Easter Egg Hunts and Events 2013
    • MommyCon Mini Chicago
    • Disney Live! Mickey's Music Festival - Discount and Giveaway
    • Dr. Seuss Book Club Special Offer
  • ►February
    • St. Patrick's Day Family Fun - 2013
    • Dr. Seuss Birthday Events 2013
    • Walgreens Web Pickup - Happy, Healthy, & Easy
    • Monster Jam 2013
    • Chicago Fun Family Palooza - Giveaway
    • Chicago Area Kid-Friendly Valentine's Events 2013
  • ►January
    • Monster Jam: Monster Truck Fun Facts
    • Monster Jam Promo Code & Giveaway
    • Bud, Not Buddy Presented by the Chicago Children's Theatre
    • Museum Free Days - 2013
    • Family Dollar Kidgets Diapers and Wipes
    • Monster Jam 2013 Coming to Allstate Arena
    • Family Fun With The Rockford IceHogs
    • Meez Meals Giveaway and Special Discount
    • Disney On Ice Rockin' Ever After Giveaway
    • My Home Birth Story: My Husband (Unexpectedly) Delivered Our Son
    • Winter Wardrobe Shopping with Cookie's Kids
• ►2012
  • ►December
    • "Noon" Year's Eve & New Year's Eve Events
    • I Caught Santa!
    • Moment of Silence for Sandy Hook Victims
    • Highlights from the 2012 Chicago Toy & Game Fair
    • Give the Gift of Rockin' Disney Memories - Disney On Ice Rockin' Ever After
    • Little Passports Review and Giveaway
    • Imagine Toys Super Moose Game Review
    • Dr. Seuss Book Club - 5 Books for only $5.95
    • Chicago Area Christmas Events 2012
    • Family Night with Ice Age 3 and Stouffer's
    • Printcopia Canvas Prints Review and Giveaway
    • Minted Holiday Cards Giveaway
    • Knuffle Bunny: A Cautionary Musical
    • The Happy Trunk - Creative Fun Delivered To Your Kids
  • ►November
    • Zerberts - BabyHawk Oh Snap! Review, Promotion, and Hoppediz Giveaway
    • Power the Creativity
    • Imagine Toys Hurricane Sandy Promotion
    • A Special "Treat"
    • Girls Getaway - The Heartland Spa
    • Shutterfly Thank the Troops Campaign
    • Chicago Toy & Game Fair 2012 Giveaway - Week 6
    • Melissa & Doug Terrific Twenty List and Giveaway
    • Dino Time 3D Screening
    • Spark Box Toys
    • Disney's Wreck-It Ralph
    • Chicago Toy & Game Fair 2012 Giveaway - Week 5
    • Harold and the Purple Crayon
  • ►October
    • Kohl Children's Museum Presents the Wonderful World of Oz
    • Harold and the Purple Crayon Ticket Giveaway
    • Chicago Toy & Game Fair 2012 Giveaway - Week 4
    • LEGO Deals at Zulily
    • Chicago Toy & Game Fair 2012 Giveaway - Week 3
    • Shutterfly Holiday Cards Giveaway
    • Customized Trick-or-Treat Bags from InkGarden
    • Royal Oak Farm
    • Sears Photo Package Deal - $185 Bundle for $35
    • Chicago Toy & Game Fair 2012 Giveaway - Week 2
    • Improv Extravaganza Explosion
    • Chicago Toy & Game Fair 2012 - Giveaway
    • Vote for Fitness with My Gym
    • Legoland Discovery Center Overnight Adventure
    • Harvest Fest at Santa's Village AZoosment Park
    • Overnight Getaway - The Abbey Resort
  • ►September
    • sugarSNAP Car-Go System
    • Super Flash Surprise Giveaway!
    • Merlin's Magic Wand Days at Legoland Discovery Center
    • I'm hosting a Fisher-Price Joy of Learning Playdate!
    • Tom & Jerry: Robin Hood and his Merry Mouse DVD Giveaway
    • Disney On Ice Treasure Trove
    • KMart Back to School
    • The Boy with a Dreaming Key - eBook Review and Giveaway
    • Primrose School of Algonquin
  • ►August
    • The Oogieloves in the Big Balloon Adventure - A Movie Unlike Any You've Seen Before
    • Oogieloves Webcast and Prize Pack Giveaway
    • Back to School Shopping at The Children's Place
    • Amazing Raise 4 Campers Event - Sunday, August 26
    • QRt.co Review
    • Alice in Wonderland Presented by the Emerald City Theatre Company (and Promo Code)
    • Building Blocks Toy Store Flood Sale
    • My Big Announcement
    • Disney On Ice: Treasure Trove - Giveaway!
    • 2Toots Train Whistle Grill
    • Santa's Village AZoosment Park Ticket Giveaway
    • Schaumburg Boomers
    • Brick-tastic Birthday Bash at Legoland Discovery Center
    • Studio Movie Grill
  • ►July
    • Christmas in July: Handmade and DIY Gifts
    • Imagine Toys BBQ Blitz Review and Giveaway
    • Christmas in July: "Outside the Box" Gifts
    • Christmas in July: Chicago Toy & Game Fair
    • Christmas in July: Holiday Shopping on a Budget
    • Christmas in July: Holiday Giving with Kids
    • Christmas in July Series
    • Sleeping Beauty
    • Zealous Good: Helping Families Help Others
    • Miller's Dog n Suds Drive-In
    • Wittlebee Review and Discount
    • Shutterfly Long Live Summer Photo Contest
    • Winkiwoo Photo Album Review and Promotion
    • Make A Messterpiece
    • Chicago Area Fireworks and Parades for the Fourth of July 2012
  • ►June
    • Santa's Village AZoosment Park - 2012 Season
    • Disney's Brave
    • Plum District Diamond Candles Giveaway
    • White Sox Host Second "Peanut Controlled Zone"
    • LEGO KidsFest Milwaukee 2012
    • Storyland Yoga - Review and Giveaway
    • Fun LEGO facts - LEGO KidsFest Milwaukee
    • Cirque Shanghai Year of the Dragon
    • LEGO KidsFest Giveaway Reminder
    • Summer Movie Guide for Families and Kids
    • Kingdom Quest Laser Ride at Legoland Discovery Center
  • ►May
    • Resource Guide
    • Studio Movie Grill Opening in Wheaton - FREE Movie Tickets
    • LEGO KidsFest Milwaukee - Giveaway
    • Pure Matters for Kids Review
    • Free Bowling for Kids at AMF All Summer
    • Overnight Getaway - Grizzly Jack's Grand Bear Resort
    • Mom's Night Out at Fore! Family Fun
    • GoPicnic Review, Giveaway, and Promotional Code
    • Best of the Bump Club and Beyond Event
    • WallPops Review and Giveaway
    • Santa's Village AZoosment Park Opens for the Season
    • Mother's Day Giveaway from Plum District Chicago
    • A Bear, A Moon, and A Caterpillar: Treasured Stories by Eric Carle
    • Getting the Most from Your Farmer's Market - Guest Post
    • Farmers' Markets
    • Guest Post at Kidgrade.com
  • ►April
    • Chicago Green Festival 2012
    • "Dentist by 1" Electric Toothbrush Giveaway
    • Tooth Fairy Day
    • Just Peachy Photography Spring Cutest Kid Contest
    • Weber Grill
    • Reuseit Tote Bag Review
    • National Public Gardens Day
    • A Brown Bear, A Moon, and A Caterpillar: Treasured Stories by Eric Carle Giveaway
    • Sprout Grand Opening Party
    • Nibbles Play Cafe
    • Joslyn's Journey - Avon Walk for Breast Cancer
    • Scooby Doo Music of the Vampire Sweepstakes, Review, & Giveaway
    • Peanut "Friendly" White Sox Game
    • Baby Banz Review and Giveaway
    • Changes to the ACM Reciprocal Membership
  • ►March
    • Non-Candy Easter Basket Fillers for Kids
    • Tiny Prints Invitation Giveaway
    • 41st Annual Triton Troupers Circus
    • The Great Cloth Diaper Change
    • Caring Bunny Coming to Orland Square Mall
    • Disney Live! Presents Three Classic Fairy Tales
    • Couture Fluff Review & Giveaway
    • How to Take Your Child to a Show
    • Can I Take My Toddler to a Show?
    • Trivia from Disney Live! presents Three Classic Fairy Tales
    • Disney Live! coming to Chicago
    • Dr. Seuss' The Lorax
    • Green Eggs (2 Ways) and "Ham"
  • ►February
    • Mother's Helpers Giveaway
    • Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day
    • Volo Auto Museum Giveaway
    • Pump It Up Facebook Treasure Hunt Contest
    • Bring Joy to a Hospitalized Child at Children's Memorial Hospital
    • Volo Auto Museum
    • Putting Your Heart In The Right Place - Easy & Inexpensive Valentine's Day Surprises
    • The Houdini Box
  • ►January
    • Giveaway - Disney On Ice presents Dare to Dream
    • Disney On Ice presents Dare to Dream
    • Disney On Ice Dare to Dream is coming to Chicago
    • KidsWork Children's Museum
    • Toddler Tuesday at the Legoland Discovery Center
    • KidSnips
    • Our latest adventures...
    • Overnight Getaway - Westin Lombard Yorktown Center
• ►2011
  • ►December
    • Last minute Christmas gifts for kids
    • Just Peachy Photography Review & Giveaway
    • Mokena JumpZone Giveaway
  • ►November
    • Jump!Zone Mokena
    • Happy Feet Two: The Videogame Review and Giveaway
    • Holiday Giving (with kids!)
    • Goodnight Moon The Musical
    • Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus - Fully Charged
    • Get a Melissa & Doug 25% Off Coupon When You Take The North "Poll"
    • Tiny Prints Giveaway
    • Hanna Andersson Merry Little Photo Shoot
    • Goodnight Moon The Musical - Giveaway and discount
  • ►October
    • Nursing Moms Network
    • Eversave Giveaway
    • Chicago Toy & Game Fair Coupon & Giveaways
    • Ringling Bros. & Barnum Bailey Fully Charged coming to Chicago
    • Kookaburra Play Cafe
    • KidGrade
    • ScribbleMonster review and giveaway
    • Jonamac Orchard
    • Tiny Prints Holiday Cards
  • ►September
    • Medieval Times
    • Kids Science Labs
    • Plum District school fundraiser
    • Jump!Zone Giveaway
    • Jump!Zone
    • Chicago Bucket List
    • The Morton Arboretum
    • Cantigny Park
  • ►August
    • Garden Patch Farms
    • Millennium Park
    • Moore Park Playground & Sprayground
    • Comic Con Family Day
    • Family Fun Festival at Millennium Park
    • Giddy Dip 'ems Review and Giveaway
    • Comic Con Family Day (pre-post)
    • Overnight Getaway - Hilton Indian Lakes Resort
  • ►July
    • DIY I-Spy Travel Game
    • Survey & Legoland Giveaway
    • Cirque du Soleil OVO giveaway
    • OVO by Cirque du Soleil
    • Overnight Getaway - KeyLime Cove Resort
    • Cirque Shanghai Extreme
    • Chiquita Swap Your Snacks Mission - #CrushedIt
    • Bébé Paluzza Giveaway
    • Protect your kids from bugs - Avon giveaway
    • I & M Canal Bike Trail
    • Ranger Up Healing Benefit - Sgt. Brad Hojek Jr.
    • Serious Damage at Garfield Park Conservatory
  • ►June
    • Santa's Village AZoosment Park
    • OVO Preview
    • Little Red Schoolhouse
    • People's Choice Family Fun Center
    • AMF Bowling
    • Tates Old Fashioned Ice Cream Shop
    • Dealavue.com - Giveaway & special offer
  • ►May
    • Dot and Ziggy giveaway & discount code
    • Jelly Belly Visitor Center
    • The Plush Horse
    • Windy City Rollers
    • Dot & Ziggy
    • Giveaway - Santa's Village AZoosment Park
    • Ooops!!
    • Letterboxing
  • ►April
    • Giveaway - Cosley Zoo Passes
    • FireZone
    • Great Deal on DuPage Children's Museum Admission
    • Museum of Contemporary Art
    • Triton Troupers Circus
    • Avon Giveaway & special offer
    • Winner - Kid's Activity Pack
    • Jumbo Recycled Crayons Giveaway
    • The Original Rainbow Cone
    • Kid's Activity Pack Giveaway
    • Cosley Zoo
  • ►March
    • Winner - Boo Boo All Better
    • Boo Boo All Better giveaway & a special offer
    • Waterfall Glen
    • Winner - 4 free passes to Legoland Discovery Center
    • All Aboard Diner
    • Legoland Discovery Center & Giveaway!
    • St. Patrick's Waterfall Dyeing at Lake Katherine
    • Garfield Park Conservatory
    • Chagall for Children - DuPage Children's Museum
    • DuPage Children's Museum
  • ►February
    • Special offer for my readers!
    • Association of Children's Museums memberships
    • Chic-A-Go-Go
    • Big Monster Door
    • The Chicago Auto Show
    • Birthday freebies for kids
    • Kohl Children's Museum
  • ►January
    • Children's Museum in Oak Lawn
    • Introduction