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2019
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February
Skiing, Snowboarding, and Tubing Near Chicago
Asleep with the Fishes and Other Museum Overnights in Chicago
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January
Free Chicago Museum Days - Winter 2019
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2018
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December
Illumination at the Morton Arboretum
The Polar Express Schedules Stop at Chicago Union Station
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November
Chicago Christmas Tree Farms
Chicago Area Special Needs Santa Guide
Chicago Area Santa Guide
Best Spots for Leaf Peeping Near Chicago
8 Things to do with Leftover Halloween Candy
Halloween Candy Buy Back
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October
Indoor Trick-or-Treating in the Chicago Area
Chicago Area Trick-or-Treat Hours
Teal Pumpkin Project with Free Printable Pumpkin Sign
Chicago Area Halloween Events
Chicago Pumpkin Patch Guide
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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
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August
Troll Hunt at the Morton Arboretum
Legoland Discovery Center Annual Pass 50% off (limited time only)
Chicago Area Apple Orchard Guide 2018
Chicago Baby Show Ticket Giveaway
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July
Magical Birthday Parties at CircEsteem
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June
Giveaway: Hotel Transylvania and Hotel Transylvania 2 DVDs
Fourth of July Parade & Firework Guide - 2018
Chicago Area Berry Picking Guide 2018
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
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May
Free Donuts for National Donut Day
Chicago Area Baseball Clubs for Kids
Urban Air Adventure Opens in Crystal Lake
International Migratory Bird Day at Brookfield Zoo
White Sox Family Field Day
Chicagoland: Read All About It
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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
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March
Buckingham Fountain prepares to #SwitchonSummer2018
Chicago Area Easter Egg Hunts 2018
An Epic Tale of Scale at the Chicago Children's Theatre
Chicago Area Easter Bunny Guide - 2018
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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
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January
7 Ways to Celebrate MLK Day in Chicago
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2017
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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
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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
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October
Stranger Things on Netflix Streaming
All Seasons Apple Orchard
Peppa Pig's Surprise Live Show Coming to Chicago
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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
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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
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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
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June
The Ultimate Kids' Adventure Guide to Chicago
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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!)
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April
Pinocchio and Book Signing at the Chicago Children's Theatre
Chicago Area Easter Bunny Guide 2017
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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}
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February
Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events: Are Your Kids Ready to Watch?
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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
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2016
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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
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November
I'm writing a book
Boo! at the Zoo with Ferrara Candy Company
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October
Streamin' and Screamin'
Indoor Trick-or-Treating 2016
Netflix + Disney
Attention Gilmore Girls Fans: Luke's Diner is Coming (with Free Coffee!)
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September
Free Chicago Museum Days - Fall 2016
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August
Come Together with the Beat Bugs on Netflix
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July
Learning from Netflix
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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
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May
Chicago City Guide sponsored by Chicco + Giveaway
Gurnee Mills Gift Card Giveaway
Free Summer Reading Programs 2016
Netflix Streaming Settles the Sibling Showdown
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April
Free Chicago Museum Days - Spring 2016
KEEN Introduces Kids' Encanto Collection
New LEGO Shows Added to Netflix Streaming
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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
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February
20 St. Patrick's Day Activities for Kids
Chicago Area Sensory Friendly Movie Screenings - Winter 2016
Chicago Area Easter Bunny Guide 2016
Brookfield Zoo Celebrates New PBS Show Nature Cat & the 15th Birthday of the Hamill Family Play Zoo
Cheap Family Movies for Winter 2016
Children's Theatre - Winter 2016
Free Kids February Returns to MSI
Mardi Gras Celebrations for Families
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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
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2015
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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!
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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
Easter Bunny Guide 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!
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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!
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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
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2014
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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July
Oubly Baby Shower Invitation Giveaway
Millennium Knickerbocker Hotel Introduces Ask Alfred Concierge
Raging Waves Waterpark
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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
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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
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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
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March
Triton Troupers Circus - 2014
Staying Well Thanks to Well at Walgreens
Caring Bunny to Cater to Special Needs Families - 2014
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
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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
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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
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2013
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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)
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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
Easter Bunny Guide - 2013
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
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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
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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
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2012
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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"
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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
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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
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December
Last minute Christmas gifts for kids
Just Peachy Photography Review & Giveaway
Mokena JumpZone Giveaway
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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
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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
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September
Medieval Times
Kids Science Labs
Plum District school fundraiser
Jump!Zone Giveaway
Jump!Zone
Chicago Bucket List
The Morton Arboretum
Cantigny Park
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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January
Children's Museum in Oak Lawn
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