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Posts in category "Fun for the Whole Family"

Chicago Fire brings the fun

Chicago Fire brings the fun
We've really expanded on our local sports experience in the past year -- checking out the Chicago Wolves and Chicago Sky amongst others. But we'd never been to a Chicago Fire game -- until last weekend. Boy, were we missing out. I highly recommend a family outing to a Fire game to any Chicago-area family. My kids reported that it was the most fun they had in months (which is a total indictment of the massive birthday parties we just threw for them and basically every other activity I've planned recently, but whatever). My oldest two kids play AYSO soccer we we spent a fair amount of time locating our cleats and shin guards every week in the spring and fall. But I have to confess that I've seen very little professional soccer on tv in my life (save for maybe one or two World Cup Games). And while I am making confessions, I am also going to go ahead and admit that I am pretty foggy about the rules of the game. However, despite our lack of soccer knowledge, we headed down to Toyota Park last Saturday night to check it out... Read more »
By Caitlin Giles,
May 18, 2012 at 11:32 am
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Guest Post: Let Your City Kids Taste Farm Life

Guest Post: Let Your City Kids Taste Farm Life
Sometimes I like to take my “city mice” out to the country for a change of pace. I love our urban lives, but I also want my kids to understand that food grows in the ground and appreciate different lifestyles. I bet you do too, right? Today, I am thrilled to welcome Kristen Holub, a... Read more »
By Caitlin Giles,
September 6, 2011 at 10:17 pm
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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 »
By Caitlin Giles,
June 15, 2011 at 8:13 pm
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An early Mother's Day present -- to myself

I love my family. I love being the mama of three incredibly delightful little people. But sometimes, I find myself totally exhausted. I know that you mamas out there know what I am talking about.  Our day-to-day lives are hectic and sometimes it is nice to have a break — I am not talking about... Read more »
By Caitlin Giles,
April 30, 2011 at 5:42 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 »
By Caitlin Giles,
February 13, 2011 at 8:45 pm
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Family-Friendly Fondue

If there were ever a time to try fondue — this is it. The weather is miserable. We are basically snowed in — except for absolutely essential outings. Bring on the melted cheese and chocolate, I say! Fondue can be a fun and novel family activity. Plus, it is yummy. Really yummy. Interested? Have a... Read more »
By Caitlin Giles,
February 11, 2011 at 9:57 pm
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Four Days of Giveaways from Little Beans Cafe: A Little Time for Mama

Listen — I like quality playtime with my kiddos as much as the next mama, but I am not afraid to admit that sometimes I need a little break.And by break, I don’t mean a leisurely nap or anything like that. Sometimes I need a break from my kids so that I can attend to... Read more »
By Caitlin Giles,
January 26, 2011 at 10:10 pm
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Celebrate Nutella Day (yes, there is such a thing!) with Multilingual Chicago

During my junior year of college, I spent a semester studying in Florence, Italy, During that time, I began a love affair that continues to this day .  . . with Nutella. I slathering this chocolate hazelnut concoction on toast for breakfast nearly every day (and by the end of my time in Italy, I... Read more »
By Caitlin Giles,
January 17, 2011 at 4:18 pm
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Our First Chicago Wolves Game

Until a few weeks ago, I had heard of the Chicago Wolves. And I knew they were a hockey team. But that’s about it. That all changed last Saturday when our family (minus the 2 year-old who stayed home with a babysitter) headed out for our first Chicago Wolves experience. I have to say that... Read more »
By Caitlin Giles,
January 14, 2011 at 9:28 pm
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One Seed Chicago 2011: Who Will Get Your Vote?

If you haven’t participated in One Seed Chicago in the past, 2011 should be the year that you give it a try. This is a fun (and free!) way to include your kids in some simple, at-home gardening. And who knows, maybe they’ll even be willing to eat the veggies that they helped grow (fingers... Read more »
By Caitlin Giles,
January 3, 2011 at 1:34 pm
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