Sledding
Where to go Sledding in Lake County
Let’s get real. Snow, whether it’s the first flakes or the 12th storm of the season, is beyond magical for most kids. But for most of us adults, the magic quickly dissipates when we have […]
McHenry
Fall
Corn Maze Fun In and Around Lake County
My family and I love to go to a corn maze every fall, and since moving to the Midwest we’ve been pleasantly surprised at just how much you can do at a corn maze! Whether […]
Health and Safety
National Night Out in Lake County {2018}
With the bounce houses, music, food and entertainment, the National Night Out may seem like just an awesome summer night. However, it was created to serve a deeper purpose. The National Night Out is an annual […]
Special Needs
Special Needs Calendar – July 2018
We’ve rounded up this month’s events for families and children with special needs. Unless otherwise stated, all events require preregistration. See the event listings for more information and to register. July Events for Children with […]
Special Needs
Special Needs Calendar - June 2018
We’ve rounded up this month’s events for families and children with special needs. Unless otherwise stated, all events require preregistration. See the event listings for more information and to register. June Events for Children with […]
Special Events
Free Comic Book Day {2018}
If your kids are into reading comic books, then there is no better day than Free Comic Book Day. This day is held every year on the first Saturday in May. This year that day […]
Dining Lake County
Fan Favorites: Best Asian Restaurants in Lake County
I love most Asian food and if I don’t love it, it’s probably because I haven’t tried it yet. We are so spoiled here in Lake County because we have so many choices when it […]
Dining Lake County
Lake County’s Best Donuts
In my forty plus years, I have yet to run into someone who doesn’t love donuts. There is just something about fried dough that people can resonate with. I have actually written about donuts over […]
Christmas
Where to Write Letters to Santa {2017}
According to the popular song, Santa Claus knows who is naughty and who is nice but it doesn’t always hurt to remind him by sending him a letter. Luckily you don’t have to spend a […]
Restaurants
Top 20 Taco Eateries in Lake County
It was time. I needed to be coaxed out of my proverbial “taco” shell. You see, I’m spoiled in the way of tacos; I can find both authentic and gourmet tacos within a short distance […]