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Huddle up to Give Kids a Place to Play {Waukegan}

October 21, 2011 Melissa Haak 1
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Wednesday I was invited by the United Way to be a guest at their Hometown Huddle with the Chicago Bears. The Chicago Bears through the NFL’s play 60 initiative were helping to build a universally […]

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All Aboard! Train Travel with Kids

May 23, 2011 Genevieve 2
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The last time gas prices hit $4.00 a gallon, I introduced my kids to a new concept: public transportation. Well, it looks like we’ll be trying that again this summer, with gas prices over $4.39 at our […]

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Get out to Play! Independence Grove {Libertyville}

April 27, 2011 Genevieve 2
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Another reason to love Lake County! This park is maintained by the four main galleries. It includes: biking/walking trails, a playground, visitor’s center, picnic pavilions, snack bar and beach – all surrounding a 115 acre lake. […]

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1:30 pm Storytime for 3-6 year olds @ Lake Forest Library
Storytime for 3-6 year olds @ Lake Forest Library
May 29 @ 1:30 pm – 2:00 pm
A storytime geared for children ages 3-6  
3:30 pm After School Program @ Zion-Benton Public Library
After School Program @ Zion-Benton Public Library
May 29 @ 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Supervised activities, gaming, snacks and mentoring for kids ages 8-18. Participants are expected to demonstrate the six community character traits. Respect, Perseverance, Responsibility, Safety, Integrity, Kindness Participants are also expected to follow the library code [...]
5:30 pm Preschool Storytime @ Waukegan Public Library
Preschool Storytime @ Waukegan Public Library
May 29 @ 5:30 pm – 6:00 pm
Description: Stop by with your preschooler for stories, songs and crafts. Location: Early Learning Center (Lower Level)
6:00 pm Mothers’ Support Group @ Waukegan Public Library
Mothers’ Support Group @ Waukegan Public Library
May 29 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Are you a mother who finds herself helping others and doing everything for your kids but cannot seem to find time for yourself? Are you stressed? Have many responsibilities and you just need some time [...]
6:30 pm Open Game Room @ Bernard Weinger JCC
Open Game Room @ Bernard Weinger JCC
May 29 @ 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Looking for a warm and welcoming space to play your favorite games, such as Canasta or Mah-Jongg? JCC Chicago offers free game rooms at Bernard Weinger JCC in Northbrook. You bring the games, we provide [...]
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all-day Monthly Make Believe Day! @ Kohl Children's Museum
Monthly Make Believe Day! @ Kohl Children's Museum
May 30 all-day
  9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. The last Tuesday of every month is our Monthly Make Believe!Each Monthly Make Believe gives you the opportunity to expand your imagination through dress-up, special theatre games, art programming and other [...]
5:00 am Open Swim @ Fitnation Gurnee
Open Swim @ Fitnation Gurnee
May 30 @ 5:00 am – 7:30 am
Looking for an indoor pool? Bring your family to FitNation (1655 Nations Drive, Gurnee). The daily drop in fee is $6.00 per person. Fitness members and children under 3 are free. Times are subject to [...]
9:00 am Rockin’ Tots @ Rockin' Jump - Buffalo Grove
Rockin’ Tots @ Rockin' Jump - Buffalo Grove
May 30 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
We have EXPANDED our ROCKIN’ TOTS Program! We heard loud & clear from our Rockin’ Tots families that you want MORE day and LONGER sessions! Starting November 1, 2016 ROCKIN’ TOTS jump time will be held EVERY [...]
9:15 am Stay & Play at the J @ Lake County JCC
Stay & Play at the J @ Lake County JCC
May 30 @ 9:15 am – 11:00 am
Have fun with your little one and connect with other families when you Stay & Play at the J! Our infant toddler play spaces have been expertly designed with the littlest hands, feet, and bodies [...]
9:30 am Artsy Tots @ Artist @Heart
Artsy Tots @ Artist @Heart
May 30 @ 9:30 am – 10:15 am
​ Students will discover ways to create art using watercolor, finger painting, clay, gel sticks, paint, collage and more! This is a messy class so be prepared to get dirty! Please note that the art [...]
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    Playground Profile: Antler Park {Hainesville}

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