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Tot Open Gyms in Lake County {Winter 2018}

January 8, 2018 Tracy Rubel 0
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The start of winter doesn’t mean the end to active play. With climbers, slides, mats, balls, and even kiddie cars, open gyms are the ultimate active outing on chilly winter days for your tots. There […]

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Halloween Events in Lake County {2017}

October 4, 2017 Tracy Rubel 1
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Halloween isn’t just about trick-or-treating. There are an entire month’s worth of family friendly events right here in Lake County to get everyone into the spooky spirit. Whether your kids are haunted house and scary […]

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25 Places to Go with an Early Riser

March 30, 2017 Natalie Rompella 0
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The age-old problem: what to do with the toddler who wakes up at 6:00 a.m. when nothing is open before 9:00 a.m.! Actually, there are (at least) 25 places to go with an early riser and toddlers […]

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Around the World in 4 Playdates: Latin America ~ Monday, January 23rd

January 16, 2017 Loralie 0
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Our Around the World in Four Playdates is a FREE event series presented by Language Stars. On Monday, January 23, 2017 we kick off our 3rd annual winter playdate series by traveling to Latin America! […]

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Announcing Around the World in Four Playdates with Language Stars {FREE}

January 9, 2017 Loralie 0
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Our 3rd annual winter playdate series is back to chase the winter blues away. Pack your (diaper) bag and save the dates for our upcoming globetrotting adventures… We are pleased to announce that in 2017, we […]

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Back to Pool II: Goldfish Swim School Pool Party, September 1st

August 9, 2016 Melissa Haak 0
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Bring some of the sweetness of summertime swim into Fall! We’re packing up our swim gear and heading to the Back-to-Pool II Swim Party at Goldfish Swim School in Mundelein. Goldfish Swim School Back-to-Pool II Swim Party! […]

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Impressions of the Heart with Advocate Condell Medical Center ~ Tuesday, May 3, 2016

April 18, 2016 Loralie 1
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Your baby leaves a lasting imprint on your heart. But they don’t stay babies for very long. That’s why we have partnered with Advocate Condell Medical Center and our friends at Artist @ Heart to bring you a creative […]

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Winter fun for Toddlers/Preschoolers {2016}

January 19, 2016 Loralie 0
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Presenting our Winter Edition of FREE or low-cost activities for preschoolers and toddlers with cabin fever! If you don’t fear the cold, the sled hills are open and will be empty today, as the big […]

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All Aboard The Little Lake County Birthday Express presented by Bright Horizons

January 7, 2016 Loralie 0
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Our final playdate is this morning, Friday, April 8th at Blue Sky Yoga! Join us! Little Lake County turns six years old in 2016-We’re big kids now! In that time, we’ve learned a thing or two about […]

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Clara’s Dream: The Nutcracker for Preschoolers

November 4, 2015 Loralie 0
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Watching a performance of The Nutcracker is an iconic holiday tradition that many parents are anxious to share with their own children. If you’re the parent of a preschooler, you may think you have to delay the excursion until your […]

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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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