Website: Santa’s Village AZoosment Park Location: 601 E. Dundee Avenue, East Dundee Phone: 847-426-6751 Hours: Santa’s Village is closed on Mondays. Hours vary; a full schedule is available online. Admission: $18.75/person, ages 3 & up; children 2 & under are free, $15.75/senior (65+). A 5% tax will be added to every admission fee. Active duty military […]
Archives for 2013
Summer Bucket List {with Free Printable!}
August 2, 2013 By
It’s officially August now and that’s about the time each summer that I start to panic. It’s all ending so soon! Have we done enough? There’s a little extra pressure this year because Cooper, my baby (yes, he’s my oldest, but still my baby of course), is starting kindergarten. This is pretty much how summer […]
Skokie Park District Exploritorium
August 1, 2013 By
Website: Skokie Parks Exploratorium Location: 4701 Oakton Street, Skokie Phone: 847-674-1500, ext. 2700 Hours: Monday – 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Tuesday – 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Wednesday – 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm Thursday – Closed Friday – 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Saturday – 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Sunday – Closed […]
Quaker Fuels My Family
July 31, 2013 By
Disclosure: I’m excited to be writing this sponsored post on behalf of Quaker. I have 3 little boys so I’m sure you can imagine how crazy our house is sometimes. My little boys are pretty physically active and I like to encourage that. We go on outings and try to stay active as a family. […]
Tummy Stuffers Review
July 30, 2013 By
Dexter is three and for the past year or so he’s been obsessed with packing bags. He loves storing stuff in backpacks, tote bags, pockets, buckets, hats… pretty much anything he can get his hands on. He carries the bag (or other vessel) around and pretends to be traveling. He also loves stuffed animals. His […]
Seat Pets Review
July 28, 2013 By
We spend a lot of time in the car. A lot. So I was excited about testing out Seat Pets, a stuffed animal designed to strap to your car seat belt so your child can cuddle with them and even use them as a pillow while traveling. SeatPets come in Lovebug the Lady Bug, Bentley […]
Chicago Bears Training Camp Starts This Week
July 25, 2013 By
Today is the first day of Bears training camp at Olivet Nazarene University in Bourbonnais. Training camp runs through Wednesday, August 14, and is open to the public most days. Concessions are available for purchase. Below is a schedule for 2013 training camp. For more details, visit the Chicago Bears website. Where: Olivet Nazarene University […]
Chicago Cubs Kid’s Club Contest
July 23, 2013 By
Nothing says Summer quite like baseball! The Chicago Cubs want to offer a lucky Toddling Around Chicagoland reader a free membership to the Cubs Kids Club! The Cubs Kid’s Club, presented by ComEd, is a great way to get kids involved in the game and Wrigley Field by providing club membership benefits. These benefits […]
Donley’s Wild West Town
July 22, 2013 By
Website: Donley’s Wild West Town Location: 8512 South Union Road, Union Phone: 815-923-9000 Hours: Open daily 10:00 am-6:00 pm Admission: $16 per person, children 2 & under free. Print out coupons on their site for $1 off admission (good for up to 6 admissions) and free grandparent admission (good on Mondays & Tuesdays only). Each child […]
L.L. Bean’s “Outdoor Discovery Tour” Coming to Navy Pier
July 17, 2013 By
L.L. Bean is bringing the Bootmobile, a 13-foot tall Bean Boot, to Navy Pier this weekend as part of their Outdoor Discovery Tour, which tries to encourage families to spend more time outdoors and give them an opportunity to try a new activity. L.L. Bean and the National Park Foundation conducted a survey and found […]
Urban Adventure Quest Discount
July 13, 2013 By
Disclosure: I am receiving a complimentary scavenger hunt for my family in exchange for posting this. I’m so excited about this! I’ve been very curious about Urban Scavenger Hunt and I’m excited to try it out. Experience the fun of an Urban Scavenger Hunt in downtown Chicago. This Smart Phone guided adventure lets you […]
Sprout Organic Foods Review & Giveaway
July 11, 2013 By
It’s difficult finding quick, portable, and healthy snacks for the kids, but we found some great new snacks. Sprout Organic Foods now offers toddler snacks – Fruity Yogurt Bites and Fruit & Veggie Crispy Chews. From the Sprout Organic Food website: Naturally sweet and wholesome, Sprout recipes are made with certified organic ingredients and contain […]
Cirque Shanghai: Dragon’s Thunder
July 8, 2013 By
Website: Cirque Shanghai: Dragon’s Thunder Location: Pepsi Skyline Stage at Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Ave, Chicago Phone: 800-745-3000 (to purchase tickets) Hours: The show runs May 22 – September 2. Sunday 2:00pm, 4:00pm Wednesday 2:00pm, 6:00pm, 8:00pm Thursday 2:00pm, 8:00pm Friday 2:00pm, 7:00pm, 9:00pm Saturday 2:00pm, 6:00pm, 8:00pm Additional shows: Tuesday, July 4 at 2 pm, 6 pm […]
Keeping Cool With Red Mango Frozen Yogurt Smoothies
July 3, 2013 By
The kids wanted candy after dinner tonight, but instead I told them we’d head out for a special treat – smoothies from Red Mango! Red Mango is now offering a huge selection of frozen yogurt smoothies. Not only are they a treat, but they are healthier than candy or many of the other treats we often […]
Bertie’s Birthday Bash at Legoland Discovery Center
July 1, 2013 By
Join LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Chicago for a Birthday Celebration for Bertie! LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Chicago is throwing a Birthday Bash on July 5 for Bertie, the Center’s life-sized minifigure mascot, and you’re invited! In honor of Bertie turning 5, admission for LEGO lovers 5-years-of-age will be $5. Party-goers can also enjoy games, prizes and cake! Other […]
Fourth of July Parades & Fireworks – 2013
June 27, 2013 By
Independence Day is approaching and Chicago and many suburbs are preparing for celebrations. In addition to parades and firework displays I’ve listed many have other festivities such as live music, a carnival, or other entertainment the same day (& some even for a couple days) so click the link to see all the details. Before […]
Fresher, Faster, & Cheaper Food with Zaycon Foods
June 26, 2013 By
Zaycon has announced they are suspending business operations as of June 25, 2018. Disclosure: I am receiving complimentary products in exchange for this post. As you all know, I’m on the run a lot. I like to shop in bulk so I don’t waste a lot of time making tons of trips to the grocery […]
Language Stars
June 24, 2013 By
I took 2 years of Spanish in high school. I took the same 2 years of Spanish again in college. I know a few basic Spanish words and that’s about it. I had two things working against me in learning a foreign language: I was 15 when I started classes and I attempted to […]
Fresh Produce Brings Me Back to Me
June 23, 2013 By
It’s been 5 months since I had baby Campbell. (Oh, I can’t resist… if you want to read about his very unexpected entry into the world you can read about it here.) I’ve lost the baby weight, although I could stand to lose a bit more too. That’s an ongoing battle. I spent about 8 […]
Dirty Girl Mud Run
June 19, 2013 By
Dirty Girl Mud Run, the biggest mud run for women, is returning to Chicago at the end of this month. See below for detailed information. You’ll find a promo code for 20% off Chicago registration at the bottom. When: Saturday, June 29, 2013 + Sunday, June 30, 2013 (rain or shine) First wave of runners: […]
White Sox Nut Allergy Awareness Day
June 18, 2013 By
The Chicago White Sox are hosting an “Allergy Awareness Day”. On Saturday, June 29, 2013 at the 3:10 pm games against the Cleveland Indians there will be a reserved seating area that will provide a haven for fans who suffer from severe nut allergies. To provide fans who suffer from severe nut allergies with the […]
Six Flags Great America Discount
June 15, 2013 By
Save $20 on a single day ticket to Six Flags Great America when you use this coupon and order tickets online.
Free Summer Fun – 2013
June 12, 2013 By
School is out and it’s up to you to keep the kids entertained. It can be expensive going on family outings, but there are plenty of ways to have fun for free this summer. Have any other suggestions? I’m happy to add them to the list! Baseball Games See the full post of Baseball Clubs […]
Shoreline Sightseeing {and Giveaway}
June 9, 2013 By
Website: ShorelineSightseeing.com Locations: Tours depart from Navy Pier and Michigan Avenue. Water Taxis stop at Union Station/Willis (Sears) Tower, N. Michigan Avenue, Navy Pier, and Shedd Aquarium/Museum Campus. Commuter Water Taxis stop at Union Station/Willis (Sears) Tower, Michigan Avenue, and Erie Park. Phone: 312-222-9328 Departures: Departure times vary, but most tours begin around 10 am and […]
Brag on Dad – Now With a Prize!
June 6, 2013 By
I’m pleased to announce that The Blue Basket Shop on Etsy has offered to give one lucky dad from our “Brag on Dad” month a Car Play Shirt! This shirt is really cool looking and it’s a way for Dad to relax while the kids play. You can also check out The Blue Basket Blog and […]
Elite Kids in Crystal Lake
June 5, 2013 By
Elite Kids, located in Crystal Lake, IL was designed specifically for children and boasts nearly 10,000 square feet of pure fun and excitement. From now through July 31, 2013, Elite is offering a $10 discount off one class for new customers with this coupon! Elite Kids offer an array of classes. Choose from gymnastics, […]
Legends of Chima 4D Movie at Legoland Discovery Center
June 3, 2013 By
Legoland Discovery Center has always been a favorite attraction for us and we’ve been annual pass holders for 2 years now. The kids love Miniland, and the play area, the rides, and just building with Legos, but their favorite thing to do there is see the 4D movies. They were thrilled to find out a […]
Brag On Dad
May 31, 2013 By
Father’s Day is approaching and I’m always looking for an inexpensive but special way to let my husband know what a fantastic father he is and how much we appreciate him. In the past I’ve done this for Valentine’s Day. I thought about all the amazing things my husband has done for me and our […]
Tradewinds Tea Pop Up Beach – May 31
May 28, 2013 By
This is an event that is free and sounds like fun so I thought I’d share: With Summer officially here, Tradewinds, a premium brand of real-brewed iced teas, is creating a beach in the middle of downtown Chicago and giving residents an instant vacation as they celebrate the first Summer Friday. This “Pop-Up Paradise” […]
Summer Book Clubs – 2013
May 28, 2013 By
I love curling up in a shady spot on a hot day and reading a book. With three kids that really doesn’t happen much anymore, but I’m hoping to pass it on to them. Encourage your kids to read by enrolling them in a free book club this summer. I have only listed a […]
