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Posts in category "Peggy Notebaert Natuer Museum"

Ewww! What's Eating You opens at the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum

Ewww! What's Eating You opens at the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum
Ewww! is right. This newly opened exhibit at the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum explores some pretty yucky stuff. Prepare yourself to confront parasites such as lice, ticks and tapeworms. This exhibit gives visitors the chance to get up close and personal with all of the creatures that make us squirm, from blood-sucking mosquitoes and ticks... Read more »
By Caitlin Giles,
November 9, 2011 at 12:21 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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Calling all Preggos: The Best of Bump Club and Beyond is this weekend!

Have you ever wondered which baby gear you really need to buy and what you can skip? Do you have questions about how to create healthy sleep habits in your new babe? Are you worried about finding the right childcare situation for your little one? Could you use some fashion advice on your maternity style... Read more »
By Caitlin Giles,
May 16, 2011 at 9:31 pm
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Nature's Architects opens at the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum

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They’ve done it again over at the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum. Opening today, the Nature’s Architects exhibit highlights what the Museum does best: education for all ages mixed with fun, hands-on activities. Based on our sneak preview yesterday, I think that this exhibit is going to be the talk of the town this spring and... Read more »
By Caitlin Giles,
April 1, 2011 at 2:06 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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Guest Post: Family Living in Lincoln Park (Part One)

One of Lincoln Park’s most famous residents. Hey, remember the Neighborhood Spotlight Series from last spring? It’s baaack! Just to review, so far we’ve covered: Albany Park, Avondale, Bucktown/Wicker Park, Logan Square and Oak Park/River Forest, Andersonville, and River North/River West. Today, I am thrilled to welcome Toni Hargis, an expat Brit, writer, wife and... Read more »
By Caitlin Giles,
November 17, 2010 at 12:16 pm
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Exploring Trees Inside and Out at the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum

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The new exhibit Exploring Trees Inside and Out is an excellent example of what the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum does best — interactive educational opportunities for kids of all ages. Exploring Trees Inside and Out is making the final stop on its three-year tour across America at the Nature Museum and I had a chance... Read more »
By Caitlin Giles,
November 1, 2010 at 8:25 pm
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New at the Nature Museum: Nature's LunchBox

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Next time you take the kiddos to the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum, you should definitely pack your lunches and take advantage of the new permanent exhibit called Nature’s LunchBox, sponsored by Dominick’s. This formerly bland and boring lunchroom space is now a vibrant, interactive learning space. Nature’s LunchBox illustrates the life cycle of food —... Read more »
By Caitlin Giles,
September 2, 2010 at 11:55 am
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Sanctuary: Flight of the Majestic Monarch opens at the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum

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Most Chicago families already know that the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum is a wonderful resource. And you probably also know that the Butterfly Haven is one of the most serene, beautiful spots in the city. But I wanted to tell you about a new butterfly exhibit at the Nature Museum. Sanctuary: Flight of the Majectic... Read more »
By Caitlin Giles,
May 21, 2010 at 1:30 pm
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The Wee Weekender (May 14th-16th)

A Family Workshop at the Lurie Garden in Millennium Park. Looking for something fun do to? How about a hands-on gardening workshop, yoga for toddlers, making creative critters out of rocks, or a storytelling event for the whole family?Lurie Garden Family Workshop: Plant Power. Families with kids over age 6 can spend an afternoon in... Read more »
By Caitlin Giles,
May 11, 2010 at 12:23 pm
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