Category Archives: Family

Chicago’s Kids and Kites Festival

Posted on May 17, 2012 by

Every spring, kids in Chicago step out into the sunshine and embrace the wind at the Kids & Kites festival, an annual tradition established by our former mayor and kite enthusiast, Richard M. Daley. This year’s festival will take on … Continue reading →

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The Willis Tower Skydeck: A Don’t Miss Chicago Experience

Posted on May 16, 2012 by

The Willis Tower is a Chicago icon.  I’ll always think of the Willis by its original name – the Sears Tower; as a toddler, my son always referred to it as the “Serious Tower”. Whatever you want to call it, … Continue reading →

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Biking Chicago! A Green Revolution!

Posted on May 1, 2012 by

Last summer, I finally did it: on a sleepy Sunday afternoon I brought my pink Schwinn 3-speed in for a tune up and a toddler seat installation. Before that day, my poor bike had been collecting dust in the basement … Continue reading →

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Next Stop: Cookies Galore!

Posted on April 28, 2012 by

My kids love riding the Chicago Transit Authory “L” trains. Any excuse is a good excuse to hop aboard a train, as far as they’re concerned! If you’re visiting Chicago with kids, here’s a good reasonto take a fun train … Continue reading →

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Outdoor Yoga in Chicago – Kids Welcome!

Posted on April 26, 2012 by

My 2-year-old daughter is showing herself to be a future yogini. She loves to unfurl my bright blue yoga mat and practice her own invented poses. I am looking forward to taking her along with me for some yoga instruction … Continue reading →

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