The Holiday Countdown: 12 days of Chicagoland holiday fun By: Megan Murray Elsener Chicago Parent - 12/15 Holiday cheer is everywhere. You might as well embrace it. Get out your calendar and find time for these 12 holiday activities that will bring joy to the entire family. DreamWorks Adventure to Santa This year, instead of... Continue Reading →

The best chicken noodle soup spots on a cold Chicago day By Megan Murray Elsener Chicago Parent - 1/16  As if the bitter temperatures, bone-chilling wind and snow isn't enough, winter brings nasty colds along for the season, too. So we went on the hunt for the best five places to get good ol' chicken noodle... Continue Reading →

Families that cook together: 3 fun and easy recipes that kids can make By Megan Murray Elsener Chicago Parent - 2/16 Trapped inside with stir-crazy kids and out of ideas? Get those little hands kneading, chopping and grating in the kitchen. These winter days are the perfect time for families to spend time together creating meal... Continue Reading →

Where to spoil mom this Mother's Day By Megan Murray Elsener Chicago Parent - 4/16  It’s a day that only comes once a year, and every mom deserves to be recognized for the daily hard work that goes into being a mother. Make this Mother’s Day memorable by making a plan geared toward that special lady’s... Continue Reading →

Camp Mom: 10 ways to see the kids entertained during long summer days By Megan Murray Elsener Chicago Parent - 6/16 School's out and summer days are long. Instead of dreading summer break, embrace the time with your kids and make your own fun for little-to-no cost. With a little preparation and creativity, pick a theme... Continue Reading →