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Family-friendly things to do with kids in and around Chicago

Chicago's top children's museums
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Chicago's top children's museums

When the weather turns too cold, hot or rainy, and your kid has played with every toy at your local indoor playground—twice—a children's museum can be a savior

The nine best things to do with kids in June
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The nine best things to do with kids in June

As the school year comes to a close, it's time to start planning adventure-packed days with the little ones in tow

Kid-friendly bars and patios in Chicago
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Kid-friendly bars and patios in Chicago

Who's to say you can't enjoy a round of beers at your favorite Chicago bar with the little ones in tow?

Chicago summer camp guide: academic camps
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Chicago summer camp guide: academic camps

An academic summer camp could be the best way to spend the warmer months

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Chicago Sailboat Charters

Chicago Sailboat Charters

Get a sailing class for two at Chicago Sailboat Charters for half-off with Time Out

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XD Adventures 9D Virtual Reality Interactive Cinema Ride

XD Adventures 9D Virtual Reality Interactive Cinema Ride

XD Adventures 9D Virtual Reality Interactive Movie Ride takes the filmgoing experience a step further with its interactive attraction

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Chicago History Museum

Chicago History Museum

Get tickets to the Chicago History Museum with Time Out

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Martial Arts Training Temple

Martial Arts Training Temple

Get one month of Shaolin Kung-Fu for only $55 at Martial Arts Training Temple

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Best spots to play

Top children's museums
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Top children's museums

Check out these top spots for hands-on learning disguised as play

Art classes for kids
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Art classes for kids

Channel your kids' artistic energy off of your walls and into a less damaging direction at these art classes

The best toy stores in Chicago
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The best toy stores in Chicago

These well curated shops often have fun displays for hands-on playing

Best indoor playgrounds
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Best indoor playgrounds

Got cabin fever? Let your kids run wild in these play spaces.

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The best birthday party ideas for kids
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The best birthday party ideas for kids

Move over, pool parties. We've got better ideas.

25 reasons why Chicago is the best city to raise kids
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25 reasons why Chicago is the best city to raise kids

Don't move to the suburbs until you read this list

The best Chicago gyms with childcare
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The best Chicago gyms with childcare

Parents, you're out of excuses to skip a workout when you're a member of these gyms

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Best party supply stores in Chicago
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Best party supply stores in Chicago

When you're done scouring Pinterest, take your list to one of these local party supply stores

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Places to get kids' haircuts in Chicago
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Places to get kids' haircuts in Chicago

Taking your kids to the hair salon is a whole different ballgame