When I’m planning playdates for my kids no matter the weather, I think about finding indoor play that will appeal to both the kids and adults in the group. When I need something to (quite literally) ...

If you have a bilingual household, or just want to introduce your little one to a new language, your local library is one of the best free resources around.

It's summer! Bring a blanket and some food to enjoy Chicago-area bands. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Outdoor Summer Music Concerts.

Our annual Celtic Fest takes place outdoors at the Village Green and Hideaway Brew Garden. Celebrating the Celtic cultures, this free regional fest features musicians and dancers, free activities for ...

Join us for the first Glendale Heights Unity Day! This event celebrates the people and cultures that make our Village strong. It is a chance to come together, meet your neighbors, and build a sense of ...

Fall in Chicagoland is one of the best times of the year for families. As the temperatures cool down and the leaves begin to change, it’s the perfect season for outdoor adventures, local festivals, ...

Whether you’re saying goodbye to summer or celebrating the start of the new school year, there are plenty of ways to make the most of your family time this weekend. Our list of things to do with kids ...

My kids are huge lovers of all things trains! They especially love going out to local train themed restaurants (me too!). If you’re looking to elevate lunch or dinner with your train loving child, ...

In the weeks following Halloween, SCARCE coordinates pumpkin and jack-o-lantern collections all around the western suburbs. The locations below will accept your no-longer-needed pumpkins for ...

The Village of Palatine is looking forward to their next food truck event: "Palatine Street Feast—A Sunday Food Truck Series"—Sunday, August 16, from 11 AM to 7 PM! Located in the commuter parking lot ...

Enjoy an evening of live entertainment with FREE admission, delicious food, a bustling marketplace, a classic car show, and unforgettable live music. Whether you're coming for the music, the food, or ...

Fall is coming, and it’s time to celebrate pumpkin season. For as much as I love summer in Chicago, there’s something so perfect about our fall weather. Our roundup of fall festivals and Oktoberfests ...