by Mommy Nearest | Mar 2, 2018 | Mommy Nearest
Raising kids isn’t cheap. And raising them in a bustling metropolitan center of the arts, culture and food scene? Even less so. But even in Chicago fun family activities don’t have to cost a bundle. These 50 free things to do in Chicago include outdoor...
by Mommy Nearest | Feb 20, 2018 | Mommy Nearest
STEM careers are the fastest growing in the world, which might be why you’re seeing things like computer programming on your five-year-old’s class schedule. But learning science and math isn’t limited to the classroom. Museums across the country are...
by Mommy Nearest | Feb 15, 2018 | Mommy Nearest
Outside of Illinois, Rockford is probably most famously known as the home of the Rockford Peaches from the 1992 movie A League of Their Own. But there is so much more to this kid-friendly city. About 90 miles from Chicago, Rockford awaits with sporting events, museums...
by Mommy Nearest | Feb 15, 2018 | Mommy Nearest
Settled on the picturesque Fox River less than an hour west of Chicago, Geneva, Illinois is rapidly gaining a reputation as the place to be if you’re a kid. This historic town has postcard-worthy downtown views, outdoor adventure, indoor play spaces and treats galore....
by Mommy Nearest | Feb 13, 2018 | Mommy Nearest
Whether you’re trying to find a fun place to play during precious weekend hours, or you just need to get out of the house with your toddler on a Wednesday morning, going to the same, neighborhood playground can get old. Instead, we recommend visiting some of...