Bonnie Broeren

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Camps, Activities, and Free Transport for Kids During the Chicago Teachers' Strike

Submitted by Bonnie Broeren on Thu, 10/24/2019 - 10:03am

Find day-off camps and free resources for families during the CPS teachers' strike

Chicago families in need of childcare solutions during the teachers' strike, take heart: There are some great resources, camps, and activities available. We've rounded up some helpful information for Chicago families affected by the strike, as well as options for day-off camps and activities. We'll keep this list updated as the strike continues.

25 Things to Do With Chicago Kids Before School Starts

Submitted by Bonnie Broeren on Tue, 08/13/2019 - 11:00am

Two little Chicagoans, fresh from the splash pad at 31st Street Harbor, contemplate going to the beach.

Summer days, driftin' away...If seeing school supply lists is sending you and your kids into a panic over the impending end of summer, stay calm, and summer on! We've done the research (not a bad gig, honestly), and rounded up the ultimate Chicago Summer Bucket List, complete with all the outdoor movies, festivals, and FREE summer activities for families in Chicago that you'll want to fit in before school starts up again on Tuesday, September 3.