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Travel and Tourism Week: Gas Tank Getaways

May 17, 2017 Jennifer Johnson 0
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Little Lake County’s writers and editors love visiting local destinations. After all, Little Lake County represents “LOCAL. Family. Fun.” But there comes a time when even we need to drive beyond the borders of our fair […]
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Gas Tank Getaway - Columbus, OH

May 5, 2017 Cindy Smith 0
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If you’re anything like me circa 2013, Columbus might not be on your radar at all — let alone as a family vacation destination. Most people only think of one thing when it comes to […]
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Five Fun Columbus Day Weekend Getaways

October 5, 2016 Laura Otto 0
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Columbus Day is an underrated holiday. No one seems to remember when it is (the second Monday in October–this year, October 10), and although we know it commemorates Christopher Columbus’ arrival to the Americas in 1942, […]
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Gas Tank Getaway: Autumn in Lake Geneva, WI

September 30, 2016 Holly Garvey 0
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Lake Geneva is a charming little town for all seasons. The changing colors around the lake create a breathtaking backdrop for shopping, dinning out, bike riding, and much more. The painted ladies, quaint lake cottages, and mansions […]
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Hamilton County Indiana: Elevate Your Indiana Travel Experience

September 27, 2016 Melissa Haak 0
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Fall is the season for weekend trips, around here we like to call them Gas-Tank Getaways. When you live in Illinois, our neighbor to the east is a popular location. If you’re looking for a […]
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Splash into Spring Break with Foss Swim School: Great Wolf Lodge {Wisconsin Dells}

February 25, 2016 Maureen Collier 0
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Our Gas Tank Getaways: Spring Break Edition is fueled by Foss Swim School. Follow us all this week for splash-tastic ideas for your own Spring Break road trip. At Foss Swim School, they recognize that […]
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Midwestern Getaways: Get out of Town for President’s Day

January 22, 2016 Melissa Haak 0
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February 15th is a state-observed holiday (President’s Day) and many of our school districts have added extra days on before or after that day. If you’re dreaming of a vacation but can’t afford jet fuel, […]
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Columbus Day Events and Activities for Older Kids home from School

October 8, 2015 Melissa Haak 0
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Many of our local school districts are off on Monday for Columbus Day. If you’re looking for something to do with the kids or for alternate childcare arrangements we’ve rounded up some area events and […]
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Gas-Tank Getaway: Henry Vilas Zoo in Madison, Wisconsin

September 2, 2015 Jessica Gebbink 0
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Gas-Tank Getaways features family attractions within a 6-hour drive from Lake County. Today we are visiting Madison, WI and the Henry Vilas Zoo. Henry Vilas Zoo If your gang is tired of the local petting zoos […]
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Gas-Tank Getaways: Family Vacation to St. Louis, MO

August 13, 2015 Maureen Collier 0
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St. Louis is a fantastic family destination for Lake County families looking for a change of scenery and a large variety of family oriented activities. There are so many attractions in and around St. Louis that both […]

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all-day Drop-in Craft @ Deerfield Public Library
Drop-in Craft @ Deerfield Public Library
Feb 18 all-day
Stop by the Youth Program Room to make a fun craft!
9:00 am Rockin’ Tots @ Rockin' Jump - Buffalo Grove
Rockin’ Tots @ Rockin' Jump - Buffalo Grove
Feb 18 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am
Do you have an active little one? Do they bounce off the walls on Sunday morning? Take them to our special “Rockin’ Tots” Toddler Time! Sunday morning 9 AM - 11 AM at Rockin’ Jump! [...]
9:30 am Everyone at Play @ Kohl Children's Museum
Everyone at Play @ Kohl Children's Museum
Feb 18 @ 9:30 am – 11:30 am
This special morning event offers free admission for families with children with special needs to explore the Museum exhibits in a controlled, quieter environment. Registration required, visit www.kcmgc.org/eap. Everyone at Play has been underwritten in [...]
10:00 am Kids Dream Winter Film Series @ Marcus Cinema Gurnee
Kids Dream Winter Film Series @ Marcus Cinema Gurnee
Feb 18 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays at 10 a.m. Admission only $3.00! Concessions Specials: $2.75 Popcorns and $2.75 Fountain Drinks Join us Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays at 10 a.m. January 26 - March 18 to view your favorite family [...]
10:00 am Toddler Open Gym @ Hunt Club Community Center
Toddler Open Gym @ Hunt Club Community Center
Feb 18 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Bring your tot to play with scooters, tunnels, slides, minitrampoline, beanbags, balls and more! This is a great, non-structured environment for both you and your child (or grandchild) to gather and socialize. Parent must remain [...]
11:00 am Busytown, The Musical @ Elm Place Middle School,
Busytown, The Musical @ Elm Place Middle School,
Feb 18 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Theatre For Young Audiences A play adapted by Kevin Kling Based on the books by Richard Scarry Music by Michael Koerner Lyrics by Kevin Kling & Michael Koerner Busytown is always buzzing with activity. But [...]
11:00 am Family Open Gym @ Libertyville Gymnastics Academy
Family Open Gym @ Libertyville Gymnastics Academy
Feb 18 @ 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
Open gym for all ages! Continuing every Sunday until further notice! Cost is: $10.00 per person - open gym only $15.00 per person - open gym and inflatables Children 6 and under must be accompanied [...]
12:00 pm Backyard Bird Count @ Edward L. Ryerson Welcome Center
Backyard Bird Count @ Edward L. Ryerson Welcome Center
Feb 18 @ 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Drop in to count birds and help monitor bird populations. View a touch table about native birds and visit a live education raptor. Bring a smartphone or tablet for birding apps.$2 residents, $4 nonresidents. Drop [...]
12:00 pm Open Swim @ FitNation Gurnee
Open Swim @ FitNation Gurnee
Feb 18 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Great for family time in the water! Games, toys, etc. will be allowed as long as the use of them does not create a safety hazard for self or others. Games, toys, etc. may be [...]
12:00 pm Tales for Tots @ Your Local Mariano's
Tales for Tots @ Your Local Mariano's
Feb 18 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Fun book to be read and yummy samples to be provided. Free Event.
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