Businesses are the backbone of Chicago’s economy. They help promote jobs, community engagement and production. Supporting new enterprises in particular can boost family outings, kid-friendly fun, ...

Earlier last month, the hallways of Kennedy School in Tinley Park looked less like a school and more like a parade route — complete with music, cheering crowds and a lineup of one-of-a-kind vehicles ...

While electric bikes and scooters may just seem like toys for older kids to have fun with, they might be more powerful than you think — and more unsafe. The State of Illinois is taking note of the ...

Summer may be winding down, but festival season is still in full swing across Chicagoland. August and September brings everything from neighborhood street fairs and cultural celebrations to art ...

Many parents assume an international school is only for families who already speak another language. At Lycée Français de Chicago, that's one of the biggest misconceptions. Located in Ravenswood, the ...

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Heartlake City is coming to Halsted Street. The LEGO Group is kicking off a new interactive road trip series across the Midwest, and Chicago has been chosen as the very first stop. The bigger picture: ...

There is plenty to do with kids near Naperville and Aurora the weekend of Aug. 28-30, from foam-filled fun and pop culture celebrations to classic cars, creative activities and unique family ...

There is plenty to do with kids across Chicagoland the weekend of Aug. 28-30, from cultural festivals and carnival rides to live music, creative activities and unique family experiences. Whether ...

There's no better way to tour the Windy City than from the water! Whether on the Chicago River or Lake Michigan, there are so many fun and exciting options to choose from. Here are some of our ...

Find our full list of August events in Chicago Parent's events calendar Top fenced-in playgrounds in Chicagoland Chicago Botanic Garden is bubbling with joy — don't miss its Shimmering Summer ...

There is plenty to do with kids near Arlington Heights and Schaumburg the weekend of Aug. 28-30, from carnival rides and book festivals to creative competitions, art fairs and live entertainment.