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Nov 25, 2019

Where to see ‘The Nutcracker’ in the suburbs and Chicago 2019

Where to see ‘The Nutcracker’ in the suburbs and Chicago Dance companies throughout the city and suburbs are staging their versions of Tchaikovsky’s beloved ballet “The Nutcracker.” Here’s where you can catch this holiday favorite: Suburbs Barrington Dance Ensemble: 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 22; 2 and 7 p.m. Saturday,... Read More

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Nov 21, 2019

Oaklee’s Friday Fun Five November 22, 2019

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! Autumn Festival, An Arts & Crafts... Read More

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Nov 20, 2019

5 Tips to Take the Kids to See Cirque Italia

Cirque Italia, a traveling Italian water circus with a 35,000-gallon water stage and artists from all over the world, comes to West Dundee this week. The circus takes place under a white and blue tent in the parking lot of Spring Hill Mall, near Kohl’s, at 1072 Spring Hill... Read More

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Nov 14, 2019

Holiday Express Train at Blackberry Farm

Family Fun – Holiday Express Train at Blackberry Farm The Holiday Express train at Blackberry Farm in Aurora is welcoming all aboard throughout the month of December. Blackberry Farm will be transformed into a winter wonderland, featuring thousands of twinkling lights, festive holiday decorations and holiday music. New this... Read More

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Nov 14, 2019

Oaklee’s Friday Fun Five November 15, 2019

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! Chicago Toy & Game Week November... Read More

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Nov 07, 2019

Oaklee’s Friday Fun Five November 8, 2019

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’s The Lion King JR. –... Read More

Nov 05, 2019

Top 4 Safety tips when Buying Toys

Top 4 Safety tips when buying toys for tots Toys play a pivotal role in the lives of young children. While fun is always a consideration when buying toys for kids, toys can do more than entertain. The National Association for the Education of Young Children notes that toys... Read More

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Oct 31, 2019

Oaklee’s Friday Fun Five November 1, 2019

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! Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile – Lifeline Theatre... Read More

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Oct 24, 2019

Oaklee’s Friday Fun Five October 25, 2019

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! Halloween Fest – Elk Grove Park... Read More

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Oct 17, 2019

Oaklee’s Fun Five October 18, 2019

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! Win Free Tickets to Lantern Festival... Read More

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Oct 03, 2019

Oaklee’s Fun Five October 4, 2019

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! Autumn Drive October 18-20 in Woodstock... Read More

Education Events

Oct 01, 2019

Why Children Need Character Education

Why Children Need Character Education Character education matters. We live in a world where teaching children to grow up to be caring, feeling adults is sorely needed. At Kiddie Academy®, character education is one of the fundamental principles and should begin with the youngest learners. In early childhood education,... Read More

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Sep 26, 2019

Oaklee’s Fun Five September 27, 2019

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! Johnny Appleseed Festival September 28 in... Read More

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Sep 19, 2019

Oaklee’s Fun Five September 20, 2019

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! Pumpkinfest – Didier Farms September 21... Read More

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Sep 12, 2019

Oaklee’s Fun Five September 13, 2019

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! Old Time Country Fair – Family... Read More

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Aug 30, 2019

Oaklee’s Fun Five August 30, 2019

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! Septemberfest August 31 – September 2... Read More

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Aug 16, 2019

Oaklee’s Fun Five August 16, 2019

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! Chicago Dogs Baseball – Star Wars... Read More

Health

Aug 11, 2019

Back-to-School Germs

It seems like the kids always get exposed to new germs the first month they’re back in school. Boogie Wipes surveyed parents with school-age children and found that 67% reported their kids were sick within the first month of returning to school in the fall. What can you do to... Read More

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Aug 08, 2019

Oaklee’s Fun Five August 9, 2019

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! Teacher Appreciation Month – LEGOLAND Discovery... Read More

Education

Aug 05, 2019

Big News! Kiddie Academy of Oakbrook Terrace is Now Open and Enrolling!

Big News! Kiddie Academy of Oakbrook Terrace is Now Open and Enrolling! At Kiddie Academy of Oakbrook Terrace, we encourage your child to step out, be bold and act on their natural curiosity. We believe that sense of discovery helps nurture a love for learning that lasts a lifetime.... Read More

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Aug 01, 2019

Oaklee’s Fun Five August 2, 2019

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! Chicago Dogs – Bobblehead Giveaway August... Read More

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Jul 25, 2019

Oaklee’s Fun Five July 26, 2019

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! Chicago Dogs vs Cleburne Railroaders July... Read More

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Jul 19, 2019

Oaklee’s Fun Five July 19, 2019

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! Chicago Dogs vs Milwaukee Milkmen July... Read More

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Jul 11, 2019

Oaklee’s Fun Five July 12, 2019

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! LEGO City: Report For Duty July... Read More

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Jul 04, 2019

Oaklee’s Fun Five July 4, 2019

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! Grant Park Music Festival: Independence Day... Read More

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Jun 27, 2019

Friday Fun Five June 28, 2019

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! Chicago Dogs vs Winnipeg Goldeyes –... Read More

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Jun 20, 2019

Friday Fun Five June 21, 2019

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! Arlington Heights Frontier Days Festival 2019... Read More

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Jun 13, 2019

Friday Fun Five June 14, 2019

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! Brickworld Chicago 2019—LEGO Exposition – Renaissance... Read More

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Jun 06, 2019

Friday Fun Five June 7, 2019

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! Chicago Bears – Bears100 Celebration Weekend... Read More

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May 23, 2019

Friday Fun Five May 31, 2019

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! Pirates’ Cove Children’s Theme Park Opens... Read More

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May 16, 2019

Friday Fun Five May 17, 2019

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! Chicago Dogs vs. Gary SouthShore Railcats... Read More

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May 09, 2019

Friday Fun Five May 10, 2019

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! World Record Opening Day – The... Read More

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May 03, 2019

Friday Fun Five May 3, 2019

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! Touch-A-Truck – Glen Ellyn Park District... Read More

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Apr 25, 2019

Friday Fun Five April 26, 2019

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! Arlington Heights Bike Swap – Centennial... Read More

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Apr 18, 2019

Friday Fun Five April 19, 2019

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! Family Friday Game Night – Des... Read More

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