Lambs of Faith Early Childhood Center
Part-time, developmentally appropriate preschool programs for 2-5 year olds in Christ-centered environments. Nurturing children intellectually and spiritually. Call or stop by for a tour! Read More
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Naperville Park District Preschool Programs
Play-based program and environmentally-based program both focus on traditional kindergarten readiness learning and age-appropriate activities in preparation for the next level of education. Sunny Days Preschool is offered at a variety of locations. Our hands-on, focused learning programs emphasize individual growth, self-esteem and meeting the preschool learning needs of... Read More
Saint Ignatius College Prep
Saint Ignatius College Prep, a Jesuit Catholic school in the heart of Chicago, is a diverse community dedicated to educating young men and women for lives of faith, love, service and leadership. Through outstanding teaching and personal formation, the school challenges its talented student body to intellectual excellence, integrity,... Read More
Latin School of Chicago
Latin has continually redefined excellence in liberal arts education for our changing world. Our vision for today and beyond challenges us to make learning even more personal, inquiry-based and inclusive for every member of the Latin community–all Latin learners. We understand–and research proves–that the most effective, most compelling learning... Read More
Chicago Waldorf School
Learn more about this unique K-12 school that has forged a unique blend of progressive and traditional teaching methods that achieve impressive results. The hands-on, active learning approach addresses the needs of the whole child?intellectual, social, moral?and educates students to meet the world with purpose, gratitude and respect. Chicago... Read More
As We Grow Preschool Oswegoland Park District
Oswegoland Park District’s As We Grow Preschool, where children are encouraged to learn and grow in a friendly classroom environment! Morning and afternoon classes available for three and four year olds. Three locations: South Point: 810 Preston Lane, Oswego IL 60543 Civic Center: 5 Ashlawn Avenue, Montgomery IL 60538... Read More
Compass School, The / Naperville South
Outstanding Reggio-Inspired philosophy & degreed teachers. Offering infant, toddler, preschool, kindergarten, afterschool, & summer camp programs. Visit www.TheCompassSchool.com for more information. Two convenient locations in Naperville: North: Corner of Hobson Rd. & Naper Blvd., 1128 Compass Ct., 630-983-9190 South: Corner of Rt. 59 & 95th St., 3040 Reflection Dr.,... Read More
Greenbrook Montessori
Full and part time options for Toddlers thru Kindergarten. Montessori philosophy is key to encouraging optimal growth and development. Our beautiful learning environment is prepared with your child in mind. Read More
St. Mary of the Annunciation School
St. Mary of the Annunciation School offers 3 & 4 year-old preschool through grade 5. Through our strong academic program and faith formation, we prepare students for high school, college and beyond. Read More
Oaklee’s Friday Fun Five January 31, 2020
Here are our top five favorite events for you and your family to enjoy this weekend! Get out there and make some memories! For more great family events, see Oaklee’s Digital Edition, or search our calendar of events! Disney On Ice presents Road Trip Adventures... Read More
Chicago Wolves Professional Hockey
The Chicago Wolves are celebrating their 20th season of providing high-quality and riveting hockey in a family-friendly environment at Allstate Arena in Rosemont. Read More
Blackberry Farm’s Pioneer Village
A living history museum where pioneer life is re-created. Admission includes unlimited rides on the train, hay wagon, pedal tractors, paddle boats, carousel and ponies. Read More
Field Museum
From dinosaurs and mummies to exclusive special exhibitions, you’ll never run out of things to explore at The Field Museum! The Field Museum fuels a journey of discovery across time to enable solutions for a brighter future rich in nature and culture. Read More
Arlington Heights Historical Museum
The museum is located near downtown Arlington Heights at West Fremont Street and North Vail Avenue, the site of the Frederick W. Müller home and soda pop factory. The museum complex includes the original 1882 Victorian home, the coach house, 1906 soda pop factory, the 1908 Banta house and... Read More
Chicago Children’s Museum
Create your won experience with the many ways to play. Each exhibit has something to offer even the youngest visitors. Hours Every Day: 10 am-5 pm Thursday: 10 am-8 pm (Play Late Thursdays 4-8 pm) Member Mornings (for Chicago Children’s Museum members only): Friday-Sunday 9-10 am Special Hours Early closings: January 24... Read More
Dunn Museum
Entertain your brain at this museum featuring interactive exhibits on Lake County history, and the history of picture postcards. Special rotating exhibits on pop culture, history and art are also featured year round. Summer Camps Enjoy adventures in nature, art, fishing, history and much more. Our Summer Camps are... Read More
The Civil War Museum
Through life-size dioramas and interactive exhibits, the museum explores the personal stories of the people of the upper middle west before, during and after the Civil War. Centered in the main exhibit, Seeing the Elephant, the high tech 360-degree digital movie experience, thrusts viewers into the middle of a... Read More
Burpee Museum of Natural History
Explore the natural world. Dinosaurs, rocks and minerals, Native American cultures, and a fossil prep viewing lab-visit us today! Burpee Museum has four floors of modern exhibits. Exhibits are specimen based, with strong interactive and educational components. The first floor is dedicated to paleontology; take a walk through time... Read More
Downers Grove Park District Museum
Have a historical birthday, join a summer camp or enjoy fun family programs with hands on-exhibits, special events and unique exhibits showing what life in Illinois was like over the past 150 years. Read More
Chicago History Museum
Make it a historic holiday with a Chicago History Museum gift membership! Members of the Chicago History Museum enjoy unlimited access to the Museum, Research Center, all special exhibitions, invitations to member-events, discounts on tours, programs, the Museum Store and North & Clark Café, plus much more! All gift... Read More
Historic Wagner Farm & Heritage Center
Wagner Farm has reached the milestone of one million visitors since 2002. Congratulations to them and to the Barnett Family of Skokie who were the millionth visitors! Visit one of the few remaining working dairy farms in Cook County. The farm provides a unique opportunity for families to learn... Read More
Dinosaur Discovery Museum
See the largest collection of meat-eating theropods – all in one gallery! This is the only museum to exclusively focus on the link between meat-eating dinosaurs like Tyrannosaurus rex and modern day birds. Life-scale replicas were created from actual dinosaur fossil bones. See some of the real bones in... Read More
Where Do Insects Go in the Winter?
Where Do Insects Go in the Winter? Editor’s note: This article by Allison Frederick, public affairs assistant manager, is reprinted from the current issue of “Horizons,” the quarterly publication of the Lake County Forest Preserves. In the colder months, creatures that are commonplace during the Midwestern summer are often... Read More
Camp New Hope
Camp New Hope’s Summer Camp Program is an overnight week-long summer camp experience. Camp is available for campers aged 8 years old and older. Camp weeks are offered throughout June and July (with two weeks of day camp this summer), each with a special theme, special guest performances, and... Read More
Camp Red Kite Special Needs Camp
The Red Kite Project creates theatrical adventures and dynamic learning experiences for children on the autism spectrum. Red Kite is a branch of Chicago Children’s Theatre and was the brainchild of CCT’s artistic director Jacqueline Russell as part of the organization’s ongoing commitment to serving children with special needs, especially autism. Read More
Partners for Progress, NFP
A therapeutic riding center, providing horse-based therapy using clinical interventions for functional life gain to individuals with physical, mental, & emotional challenges. Therapeutic horseback riding is a very powerful tool. Normal movement is needed for learning as well as improving physical function. The dimensional movement of the horse provides... Read More
Midwest Young Artists Conservatory
Our programs consist of 8 orchestras, 60+ chamber ensembles, jazz ensembles including combos and big bands, 4 choral ensembles, early childhood music classes, music theory & history classes, festivals and workshops, summer camps, master classes, and national concerto and chamber competitions. Read More
Chicago Fire Summer Soccer Camps
Chicago Fire Summer Camps are professional, community-based camps for children of all abilities aged 2-16 years! With over 70 week-long locations in Chicagoland! Find a camp and register today! Read More
Wheeling Park District
Outstanding programs for children: Tiny Tots 1-2 years, Lil’ Campers 3-5 years, Adventure Camp Grades K-6, Art Camp Grades K-6, Sports Camp Grades 2-7, Theater Camp Grades 2-8, Dance Camp 6-12 years, Travelin’ Teen Camp Grades 6-9, Counselor in Training Grades 6-9. We have an excellent reputation for providing... Read More
Naperville Park District
Naperville Park District summer camps offer a variety of fun experiences for kids from preschool-high school and fit almost any scheduling need. With camps in 20+ locations throughout the community, parents can choose from traditional day camps and special interest camps to plan a memorable summer for their kids.... Read More
One Strange Bird
Enrich your child’s summer with creative weekly summer camps. We offer unique art camps programed by fun weekly themes. From amazing animals to exploring art around the world, we have something for each child’s interest. Your child will explore a variety of mediums such as clay, painting, mixed... Read More
North Shore Art League Summer Art Camp
The North Shore Art League offers an exciting array of classes and workshops, all tailored to your interests and ability levels. Our classes are taught by professional artists and teachers who provide high quality instruction in a variety of media and materials. Find the class that is right for... Read More
Facets Kids Film Camp
Make a film this summer. Celebrating camp’s 26th year! Kids and teens ages 7–14 explore the exciting world of film with fun activities, creative learning, and team building exercises. In this weeklong intro to the art of film, campers work together to make an original short film and get... Read More
Science & Arts Academy
As a day camp leader in the community for over 20 years, Summer Adventures in Learning combines enrichment programming, physical education, and waterpark trips into a unique summer camp experience for 3-year-olds through children entering 8th grade. Hosted on the campus of Science & Arts Academy in Des Plaines,... Read More
Camp Anokijig
New friends, positive values, personal growth, great adventures, and OUTRAGEOUS FUN are the foundations of the Camp Anokijig experience! Since 1926, this Southeastern Wisconsin summer camp has provided a picturesque landscape for unforgettable childhood memories. Nestled within the northern unit of the Kettle Moraine Forest, near Plymouth, WI, Camp... Read More