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Holiday Portraits with Classic Kids!
Every year around this time, I start obsessing over my family's holiday card. First and foremost, that means getting the PERFECT family photo! Luckily, we have the best of the best right here in Lincoln Park - Classic Kids Photography (1003 W Armitage Ave.). We...
Best Cozy Weekend – December 5th & 6th
First and foremost, be sure to scroll down to the bottom of this post for more information about COZY Winter Mini Shoots, happening now at Classic Kids Photography in Lincoln Park! Shoot by December 12th to guarantee cards in time for the holidays! This week, I'm...
Best Holiday Weekend – November 28th & 29th
If you're looking for an AMAZING Black Friday deal, be sure to scroll to the bottom of this post for a great special from Classic Kids Photography! Act fast, because your session must be booked on 11/27 in order to qualify for the sale! With Thanksgiving behind us,...
2020 Holiday Gift Guide!
2020 Holiday Gift Guide This year more than EVER, we need to find ways to support our local businesses through the holiday season. Luckily, our favorite local shops have every gift on your list covered - with plenty of options for all of your loved ones! Happy...
Best Fall Weekend – November 21 & 22
First and foremost, welcome to our new sponsor - Classic Kids Photography! Scroll down to the bottom of the post for more information about their COZY Winter Mini Shoots, happening now in Lincoln Park! I think we all knew that this winter was going to bring some...
Best Fall Weekend – November 14th & 15th
It has been a GORGEOUS week, but it's time to return to our favorite cozy activities as the temperatures drop again! Like everyone else, my November/December calendar is looking unusually quiet this year, so I'm trying to embrace this chance to slow down and enjoy...
Best Fall Weekend – November 7th & 8th
Well, I think we are all feeling the same way - it has been QUITE a week. Luckily we're due for some perfect weather here in Chicago this weekend, so it's the perfect opportunity to relax outside (and maybe take a few deep breaths). Enjoy these outdoor ideas, and have...
Thanksgiving Catering Guide
We have everything you need to plan the perfect Thanksgiving, no matter what your celebrations will look like this year!
Project Spark at Midtown Athletic Club
This year, it’s been more difficult than ever to jumpstart your fitness routine. And with the holidays just around the corner, you may be thinking that a 2021 New Year’s resolution is your best bet. But you don’t have to wait. Midtown is offering a new program called...
Best Halloweekend! – October 31st & November 1st
HAPPY HALLOWEEN! Whether you're going trick-or-treating, or spending the weekend cozy at home - there are so many options to create a festive holiday weekend for your family! Enjoy the events below, or simply pop some popcorn and watch a Halloween movie! Here are my...
Best Fall Weekend – October 24th & 25th
One more weekend before HALLOWEEN! Enjoy these fun October activities, and let me know which is your favorite. Have a great weekend! Bring your creativity (& mask) and help paint a spooky window mural Friends and family of all ages can register up to four people...
My Chicago Public Library Parenting Hack
Living in the city where space is at a premium, I'm always looking for ways to streamline & simplify our way of life. Today I'm sharing a system/hack that I'm embarrassed to say I only just recently discovered, after 12 years of living in Chicago! This past...
Your Home Office: 5 Tips for Making It Work for Your Whole Family!
These days, it’s more common than ever to have a child learning from home or a parent working from home. So home offices—once used only at homework time or on weekends—or front and center. That’s why we asked the experts at Horderly to share their simple 5-step...
Best Fall Weekend – October 17th & 18th
There's only a few more weekends to squeeze in ALL the Halloween fun, so be sure to take advantage of these fun October ideas! Dress for the weather and don't shy away from outdoor adventures as things cool down on Saturday & Sunday. Happy Weekending! Put...
Best Fall Weekend – October 10th & 11th
We're about to have a gorgeous warm weather weekend here in Chicago! This could be our last little taste of summer, so let's take advantage with these perfect family-friendly outdoor activities: Plan a harvest themed feast after a visit to the Green City Market Visit...
Let’s Get Active and Learn to Play Tennis in No Time – Starts October 3rd!
Fun. Energetic. Social. Safe. These are just a few of the words that describe Midtown’s Tennis in No Time (TNT) program, which turns tennis newbies into confident, competent players in just one month. Plus, it’s open to everyone, no Midtown membership is required to...
Meet a Mom- Kelly, The New Curator of LPM!
Meet Kelly! The new curator of Lincoln Park Area Moms!
What a Nutritionist — And New Mom – Eats!
Take care of yourself Mama! We spoke with Nathalie Rhone of All Good Eats about healthy eating while busy with kids home all day.
Meet a Mom- Meet Luci, Owner of Skip & Scoot!
Meet Luci! Physical Education guru, smile spreader, and owner of Skip and Scoot!
Race, COVID-19 & More: Our Chat with a Psychologist Mom!
Smart advice on the topics we’re all talking about with our kids!