Posts in category "Free museum days"
Celebrate the summer solstice (for free) with the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum
I absolutely love the summer solstice. What’s not to like about this lovely day? It is the longest day of the year and the weather is usually glorious. Plus, it is the official start of summer. I always wish that there were more fun ways to commemorate this fantastic occasion. So I was delighted to... Read more »
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June 15, 2011 at 8:13 pm
June 15, 2011 at 8:13 pm
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Brunch with the Bump Club (plus my tips on the best family freebies in Chicago)
Yesterday, I had the pleasure of spending my morning with some expectant and new mamas at the monthly Bump Club and Beyond Brunch at Vinci. I was part of a panel of Chicago mommy bloggers including Cindy McCarthy of On the Go Chicago, Linda Marsicano of Babble Chicago and my buddy and business partner Sara... Read more »
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February 13, 2011 at 8:45 pm
February 13, 2011 at 8:45 pm
5 free things to do before your kids go back to school
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August 19, 2010 at 9:42 pm
August 19, 2010 at 9:42 pm
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Summer Links
Are you having a good summer so far? Me too. We’ve been doing all sorts of fun activities around town — and then I’ve been busy blogging about it all. I am writing another blog for the months of June and July called School’s Out!. I’ve been posting about family-friendly activities in and around Chicago... Read more »
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June 21, 2010 at 11:18 am
June 21, 2010 at 11:18 am
Upcoming free museum days
Are you totally broke after the holidays? Me too. But the show must go on. Kids still need to be entertained and parents need an occasional escape from the confines of home — particularly in the winter. This is the time of year when free museum days are a lifesaver. Here is a list of... Read more »
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January 3, 2010 at 3:55 pm
January 3, 2010 at 3:55 pm
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