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I hate to think how Zoë will handle her first away camp experience this summer. While the majority of the 10 days will be spent inside a music room playing the harp, the evenings are apparently devoted to outside activities. I bet there will be lots of bugs, but let’s just keep that between us. How sad that my life has become the perfect example to illustrate experts’ admonishments that our kids copy our actions more than listen to our words. Although I grew up an outdoorsy girl in Maine, since becoming an adult, I spend all of my time inside. I am forever encouraging the kids to get outside, but why should they listen if I am not willing to do the same? I’ll have to do something radical to show them I mean business this summer. For sure we’ll check out one of the newest trends for kids—natural nature play areas. You won’t find brightly colored metal climbing bars in these places. Instead, you’ll find stumps, dirt and trees (and bugs!), all at the ready to let your kids’ imaginations soar. Our wonderful outdoorsloving contributor, Kristy MacKaben, and her son scouted out a few of them for you (see page 52), but you can find more ideas at chicagowilderness.org. So in addition to making sure I have my handy Mabel’s Labels attached to all of Zoë’s towels, clothes and supplies for camp, I will be working on getting the entire family— myself included—outside more this summer. A summer schedule full of fun picnics at playgrounds, runs in the dunes and walks in the cool of the forest preserves sounds pretty enticing right now. I’ll have to invest in some bug spray. You can find hundreds of ideas, many of them free, to help you create your own summer fun schedule for your kids in our award-winning calendar. I hope you take advantage of these beautiful Chicago days this month. Happy Father’s Day to all the dads.

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et ready for a Sunday family dinner like no other. Gemini Bistro, an upscale, inviting restaurant in the heart of Lincoln Park, recently launched its Family Fried Chicken Sundays—and it’s a tasty way to wind up the weekend. Served family style, the dinner special includes buttermilk fried chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, country biscuits, housechurned honey butter and a bottle of Crystal hot sauce. And this is not your run-of-the mill fried chicken. The deliciously crispy buttermilk fried chicken takes three days to prepare. On Friday, chicken is soaked in a brine spiked with juniper berries, cinnamon, clove and bay leaves. On Saturday, the chicken soaks in buttermilk with fresh lemon, Tabasco, and southern

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Botanic Garden promotes science and tech

he Chicago Botanic Garden is launching a summer reading and nature program to promote STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) proficiency. The free program runs through Aug. 17. Program participants earn a stamp toward prizes every time they read a book or participate in one of the garden’s Family

Drop-In Activities. The activities take place noon-4 p.m. weekdays, and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays, May 31-Aug. 31 in the Grunsfeld Children’s Growing wing Garden and the Kleinman Family Cove. Family DropIn Activities will take place 11 a.m.-4 m.-4 p.m. at the Malott Japanese Garden June une 1 and 15, July 6 and 20, Aug. 3 and d Sept. 7 and 21.

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Make it a wet & wild summer Since we live in a major metropolis on one of the Great Lakes, I thought I should investigate the opportunities available to let kids benefit from their proximity to such real estate. Because what’s the point of living in Chicago if you don’t jump in the lake once in awhile? SARA R. FISHER As a scientist and a mom, “Why?” is something I hear all the time. Being curious is part of who we are. Kids can exercise their curiosity with experiments at home—no need for a fancy science facility, even your kitchen is a perfect laboratory! Encourage your kids to experiment, invite them to alter the steps and discover what changes. Science is all about being curious, and exploring different ideas to see what happens. Embrace “Why?” Today’s questions lead to tomorrow’s discoveries. Keep looking up! @AdlerPrez

Row, row, row your boat WMS Boathouse at Clark Park, 3400 N. Rockwell, rowchicago.com There’s an incredible new kayaking and canoeing resource right off the main throughway of Addison, west of Western Avenue. Rent kayaks and canoes to tour up and down the north branch of the Chicago River. During the season, it’s open 6 a.m.-8 p.m. weekdays and Saturdays and 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Sundays.

Try this at home! Be a scientist today by discovering the fun of experimenting in your own kitchen. Pour a small amount of milk into a shallow saucer— whole milk works best! Add a few drops of food coloring on the milk around the edge of the dish. Dip a cotton swab in dish soap and touch it to the center of the milk for a few seconds. What happens? Try this same experiment with skim or 2% milk. What changes? Looking for more fun ways to do science at home? adlerplanetarium.org/Science4Everyone

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A sailing we will go Chicago sailing lessons for youngsters at park district-based and private programs. Kids can learn the mechanics of sailing from private clubs like the Burnham Park Yacht Club or the Chicago g Yacht Club. Columbia Yacht Club starts little sailors out at age 5 and Go Sailing Chicago will book you a family private lesson. For those kids who lesson. have a need for speed, check out Banana Boat rides at 31st Beach (chicagobananaboatrides.com) for 35 minutes of splishsplashing fun.

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Every couple of months, I get a big headache, so big that it sidelines me at least for a day. These headaches are unwelcome and I wouldn’t wish them on anyone, yet in hindsight, they are amazing teachers. When I am in my bed, I have a clear vision about what I do every day. I recognize the effort I put into my CATHY CASSANI schedule and the sincerity I put into ADAMS my parenting. When I am flat on my back, I have great admiration for my daily schedule and I am hyper-aware of my busy daily experience. These headaches remind me to be grateful when I feel good; they remind me of my effort rather than where I fall short. But unfortunately, when I am feeling good, all I can see is what I could have done better, what I could have done more of, and what I should have said differently. Such an energy drain, for sure. I dwell too much on the undone rather than the done. So these headaches always take me back to basics. How do I spend my day, and is that what I really want to be doing? What do I focus on, and how do I want to use my energy? For example, when I am lying in bed with a headache, I can hear my children downstairs. I love their stories and their energetic voices. I listen to them from afar without needing to teach. I appreciate them without needing to respond. Even though they are just a floor below me, I miss them and I miss our interaction.

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I guess you can say that pain or inability brings everything into sharp focus. And the message is always the same. Notice what is here. Appreciate what you have. Stop thinking you need to be more than who you are, and stop thinking that you need to do more than you are already doing. Look out the window and notice the day. Listen to your children’s voices, hug your husband, feel what it feels like to be present in this moment. I am thankful for this teaching, but I wish I could integrate this understanding into my everyday awareness. I wish it didn’t take headaches to make me understand what is true about life. Yet there I go again, thinking I should be better than what I am. So instead of wishing for more, I notice what I am doing. I accept what is. And I appreciate my ability to share this story with you. Cathy Cassani Adams is co-founder of Be U Inc., author and mom to three girls.

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MOM OF THE MONTH gets 12 hours of sleep per night! I’m probably most jealous of that. How did becoming a wife and mom change you? I got married and had kids later in life than the average. I was almost 38 when I had my daughter. ... It’s changed me for the better. It’s made me selfless. I have a lot of other people I have to put first. Watching life through their eyes, it’s showing me to not sweat the small stuff. It’s made me a lot more easygoing and just opened my heart quite a bit. If you could change one thing about your life, what would it be? Honestly, I wouldn’t. I’m really happy with where my life is right now. I’m just so fortunate to have accomplished this goal of getting a book published, to be married, to have a great family. I don’t think I would change anything today. Debbie Friedrich photography

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Husband Matt; kids Reese, 14, Dain, 11, and Harper, 3. Libertyville Full-time mom and author. She is coauthor of Your Perfect Life with best friend, Liz Fenton. She is a former producer of the Dr. Phil show in Los Angeles. Your novel is about two friends trading places and lives. Who would you like to change places with? My 3 year old. Because what a life! She has so much fun every single day exploring and learning and playing. (Who wouldn’t want to dress up like a princess every day?) And she is still so innocent and ignorant of judgment and bad things. Not to mention, she always

What is the best thing about raising your kids in Chicago? The community of people. I have met so many just nice, good quality people, other moms, even people that don’t have kids. Having come from the West Coast, I really enjoy the people here. What is your ideal summer day in the city? Our family likes to go for walks. So it would be to go for a walk and sit out on a roof deck and read a book.

Summer reading Your Perfect Life is a quick read ideal for chilling on Chicago’s beaches this summer. The book, available June 10, is about two best friends mysteriously switching lives after their class reunion.

Need some sunshine in your life? When I (or a friend) need a mood lifter, I get sunflowers. Those smiling “faces” greet us all with a burst of joy every morning. You can grow perennial sunflowers that come back to your garden each year. My neighbors have some that grow to be 10 to 15 feet tall, a beautiful sight to watch each summer! Don’t forget the health benefits of sunflower seeds—a great source of vitamin E, a primary fat-soluble antioxidant that helps neutralize free radicals. Elisa All, founder of 30SecondMom.com, is mom to three incredibly active kids who inspire her to be “in the know while on the go.”

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Which apps are the most educational for my preschooler?

Many of today’s apps call themselves educational. More than 80 percent of the top-selling paid apps under the Educational category of the iTunes Store are designed for kids, and the majority of those target preschool and elementary school children. Finding an educational app for your preschooler is often common sense. Apps that SHARON MILLER help children identify colors, shapes, letters CINDRICH and numbers are generally a good learning start. Apps that require sequencing, strategy and matching can be educational, depending on a child’s interest and abilities.

When choosing an app for your preschooler, follow these basic guidelines. Do interact along with your child. Research shows that young children learn best by interacting with parents, caregivers and other children. If you are allowing your child to use an educational app, engage him or her like you would if you were reading a book or playing with a toy. Language-rich communication, touch and eye contact by a parent can boost the educational value when a child uses technology. Don’t use an app as a babysitter. As tempting as it may be to let your little one play on a tablet while you make dinner or clean the house, keeping screen time to a minimum is best even when it is educational. Do look for credible developers. Find apps endorsed by organizations that specialize in child development and research. “Museum

Mix Up” (available on Google Play) was developed by The Fred Rogers Center to help young children learn about great works of art. “The Monster at the End of This Book” and “Sesame Street Family Play” are among the educational apps developed by Sesame Workshop. Don’t judge an app by its cover. An app that claims to improve hand-eye coordination with bubble popping may be more entertainment than education. Look for reviews from reputable sources like Common Sense Media (CommonSenseMedia.com) before you download. Do encourage unstructured, undirected, screen-free play. Designate the majority of your child’s play time as screenfree. Preschoolers develop social skills, small motor skills, problem-solving strategies and get exercise when they use their imagination to create their own stories, art and games.

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for childhood cancer Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to finding cures for all kids with cancer, will celebrate 10 years of fighting childhood cancer with the return of National Lemonade Days June 6-8. This summer marks 10 years since 8-year-old Alexandra “Alex” Scott (19962004) challenged the nation to help her raise $1 million

for childhood cancer cures, one cup of lemonade at a time. The foundation invites volunteers across the country to host lemonade stands over the three days to continue Alex’s mission and bring renewed attention to the fight against childhood cancer. To sign up to host a lemonade stand, visit AlexsLemonade.org/ LemonadeDays.

Bowled over for free More than 1,200 centers will participate in Kids Bowl Free this summer, which allows kids to bowl two free games every day at their participating center. Bowling is a great way for parents to keep their kids active. Bowling two games burns between 320 and 580 calories. Find a list of participating centers at kidsbowlfree.com.

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GOOD SENSE EATING

Realistic food labels on the way

CHRISTINE PALUMBO

You felt so proud of yourself. You consumed only half of one of those stubby cartons of premium ice cream—until you noticed with horror that a serving size is only half a cup and NOT the entire carton. Ooops. Let’s face it, the nutrition facts panel that has been a part of our food packages for two decades is confusing and frustrating. But if the Food and Drug Administration gets its way, labels will soon be revamped.

Americans have mixed feelings when it comes to how helpful food labels are to them, according the results of a Harris Poll of 2,266 adults surveyed in February. They are divided on whether seeing “healthy” on a food package is a helpful nutrition indicator. Fact: This claim is strictly regulated, with specific limits on its fat, saturated fat, cholesterol and sodium content, plus a requirement for certain good nutrients. Three out of four (76 percent) feel that the statement “Made with…”—as in “Made with Real Fruit”—is helpful. Fact: These labels can be applied to anything that contains even very small amounts of the boasted content.

New labels

Calorie counts would be in large type and portion sizes will be adjusted to reflect how much Americans really eat. For example, a 20-ounce bottle of pop would be counted as one serving, rather than the 2½ servings currently seen on most bottles. Your ice cream? The more realistic one cup serving would replace the current

half-cup serving size. “Things like the size of a muffin have changed so dramatically. It is important that the information on the nutrition fact labels reflect the realities in the world today,” says FDA Commissioner Dr. Margaret Hamburg. The Calories from Fat line would be removed. Percent daily calories would shift to the left of the label. And some package sizes would be required to show both “per serving” and “per package” calorie and nutrient amounts. Added sugars would be highlighted on a new line. Currently, naturally occurring sugars and added sugars are lumped together. Foods with unexpected added sugars include pasta sauce, ketchup and pizza. One cup of pasta sauce has five teaspoons of sugar, while a frozen pizza may contain as much as six teaspoons. Each tablespoon of ketchup contains one teaspoon of sugar. A revised nutrition facts label may not stop you from overeating ice cream, but at least the portion size will be easier to read and will be more realistic.

Mini Mushroom Burgers Preparation time: 5 minutes Marinate time: 30 minutes Cooking time: 8 minutes Serves: 4

Ingredients 2 portabella mushrooms, stems removed ¼ cup light balsamic vinaigrette Salt and freshly ground black pepper 8 small high-fiber whole grain dinner rolls 8 slices red onion 8 slices tomato

1 Place portabellas and vinaigrette in a large zip top bag. Zip and lightly rub the vinaigrette into the mushrooms. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes. 2 Remove mushrooms from bag, drain and season both sides with salt and pepper. Heat a grill or grill pan over medium heat and spray with non-stick cooking spray. Place the mushrooms on the grill gill side down and cook for 4 minutes. Turn and continue to grill until mushroom is almost cooked through, about 4 more minutes. 3 Remove from pan and drain mushrooms on paper towel, gill side down. Cut each mushroom into quarters and place on buns. Top with onion and tomato and serve. Nutrition per serving: 144 calories, 29 g carbohydrates, 4 g dietary fiber, 5 g sugars, 5 g protein, 2.5 g fat (0 sat. or trans fat), 0 g cholesterol, 300 mg sodium, 40% DV selenium, 8% DV iron, 8% DV potassium Recipe courtesy of the Mushroom Council and mushroominfo.com

Christine Palumbo is a registered dietitian nutritionist in Naperville who is enthused about the proposed changes, although she wishes caffeine also would be included. Follow her on Twitter @PalumboRD, Facebook at Christine Palumbo Nutrition or Chris@ChristinePalumbo.com.

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Ahoy, mateys! This month we officially get to jump aboard the USS SUMMER! And as predictable as the changing tides, the tried and true nautical trend annually re-surfaces with sporty looks anchored in the staples of the sea. Being a lake-lover myself, I simply cannot resist a well-placed anchor or a little sailor lingo emblazoned MEREDITH SINCLAIR across my chest. Here are a few of my favorite ship-shape spoils of the summer season.

3 Anchors away! Sperry is the first name in boat shoes for a reason. With their classic comfort, wear-anywhere versatility and playful designs, you can always rely on them to reel in a keeper for your feet. Mariner Double Gore Slip-On Sneaker, $60 Anchor Print Bahama 2-Eye, $60

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1 A nugget of nautical If the full-mast ship’s vibe is a bit too much for you, then this subtle clutch from Vineyard Vines might be just what the captain ordered. It’s a simple nod to nautical without going completely overboard. Rope Stripe Clutch, $59.99, vineyardvines.com

Old Navy has a galley of nautical-themed gear this year, from anchored-up swimsuits and shorts, to my personal favorite, glittery light-weight sailor-ease sweaters. And everything’s on sale this month! Women’s sequined graphic sweaters, $12 Women’s Nautical-Print Cross-Back Swimsuits, $24.97

2 Baby on board If you’re hauling a little extra baby-bump cargo this summer, don’t jump ship! Match this easyto-wear one-piece dress with a pair of boat shoes (see above) and nautical jewelry, and you’re ready to set sail. Liz Lange for Target maternity short sleeve shirt dress, $24.99 28 June 2014 ChicagoParent.com

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CRAFT

Dad rocks paperweight An easy and quick craft for Father’s Day STORY AND PHOTOS BY MEGAN MURRAY ELSENER

ith the end of the school year and start of summer activities, Father’s Day often creeps up without much preparation. This craft is a great last-minute gift for Dad, and you likely already have all the supplies in your kitchen and backyard.

Directions:

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design. Press the pebbles firmly, yet gently into the salt dough.

painting the rock with a clear coat sealer or spraying with acrylic sealer.

Preheat oven to 250 degrees F.

Supplies  ½ cup salt  1 cup flour  ½ cup water  Small stones or gravel pebbles  Bowl and spatula  Measuring cup  Cookie sheet

The measurements of the recipe will make two to three paperweights. Feel free to cut the recipe in half if you only want to make one.

Mix flour, salt and water together in a bowl until it forms a ball. If the dough seems too sticky, add a little flour until it becomes pliable yet still moldable. Too much flour will cause the dough to crack and dry out.

Shape and roll part of the dough into a ball in your hands. Put the ball on a cookie sheet and flatten to about ½ inch thickness.

Bake the paperweight for 2 to 2.5 hours until the dough is completely dry.

Wrap up and present your paperweight to your own rocking Dad.

Take the cookie sheet out of the oven and allow the paperweights to completely cool before removing.

Feel free to spice up your paperweight by adding food coloring in the dough,

Use pebbles or small stones to create a pattern, spell out “Dad Rocks,” or any desired

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FAILING WITH GUSTO

A vacation story

sissies. And GPS? That would be my dad, his old Rand McNally map, and a carefully researched route highlighted in yellow marker. My father viewed these trips as a personal mission from God to break the land speed record for Chicago to Florida. The man would drive 18 hours straight, stopping only for gas. As kids, we knew all too well that there would be no second chances for “having to go.” An ice cooler of homemade sandwiches sat at my mom’s feet and a clipboard for recording gas prices and average miles-per-hour was tucked under the driver’s seat. For entertainment, we wrestled to be nearest the front of the van for bragging rights, “I’m the first one in Tennessee!” We counted state license plates, read books and listened to Neil Diamond on the radio. Best of all? We talked. When it came time to vacation with our own kids, my husband and I shared one brain. Of

course we would road trip. With only hours to go before our inaugural trek, Joe wandered into the kitchen as I dumped ice into a cooler. “What are you doing?” he questioned, confused. “Making sandwiches! Packing drinks! I figure we can make it there in 18 hours!” “What are you talking about?” Joe asked, producing his list of “Diners, Drive-ins and Dives.”

“We’re eating at RESTAURANTS?” I demanded, appalled by his lack of shared vision and disregard for basic frugality. “Yes. And we’re not driving straight through. I booked a hotel in Georgia. It’s not 1979. If I want worldfamous barbecue, then by God, we’re getting worldfamous barbecue.” As I tried to wrap my brain around a vacation without salami, my husband removed the boys’ violins from our minivan. He green-lighted the kids bringing their DS games. “Look,” Joe comforted, “I know you have this idea about how you want things, but our parents did stuff a certain way because they had no other choice. We have options. Let’s just enjoy that fact, OK?” “But,” I kept on stubbornly, “I LOVED driving through the night—it made me feel like a Von Trapp family singer fleeing the Nazis. I loved talking and dreaming of what was to

come.” “What was to come,” Joe responded, “was a life where we can stay overnight at a hotel occasionally and eat world-famous barbecue in an actual restaurant.” My husband made solid points. Yet I always believed having less material stuff made for happier adults. I value friendships, family and a funny story more than anything, and I wanted the same for my children. But somehow I had forgotten to include Joe’s priorities in how we were raising our kids. I had forgotten to include good barbecue and a decent night’s sleep. Our vacations have been a compromise. Limited video games. Routes planned around dining options. But there is still talking and laughing. And I suppose that is what matters most.

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My husband and I are both products of the 1970s singleincome parenting philosophy where luxury was defined as any new item not handed down from an older sibling. And this would include underwear. Raising four kids on a tight MARIANNE budget produced countless stories WALSH of ingenuity and insanity that still make me laugh. Yet my favorite tales always involve the family vacation. There were no planes. Hotels were for

Marianne Walsh is a Chicago mom of three boys.

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Color me

HAPPY!

Ideas to make the most of your summer

appy is a mind set. It’s contagious. Just try it sometime. Come home whistling and soon you’ll find everyone singing your tune. So set your palette and color yourself and your family happy.

Orange you glad it’s not winter??? Of course you are, right now. But as summer stretches on and heats eats up, it’s easy to forget. Too soon after we stop complaining about the cold, we start complaining about how HOT it is. Next time you are on a sticky seat in the back of the bus heading home from work, remind yourself how many times you shoveled your driveway thiss past winter.

Tickle yourself pink Find that funny bone and feather it daily. Nothing says fun and lightens the days more than laughter. Challenge yourself to find a way to make your family laugh every day this summer.

Get red in the face Conquering fear is a great way to add joy to your life! Get out of your comfort zone and take center stage. Try the local karaoke, comedy club or a poetry reading. Scary at first, but exhilarating once

conquered.

Find some blue skies Summertime is a fantastic time to slip away for some private family time. Catch a quick flight or hit the road and seek some new blue skies and soak up some family togetherness.

Tie a yellow ribbon Ass tthee o old d song goes, tie a yellow ribbon round that old oak tree if you still love me. Being in love—with m yyour husband, your partner, your children, your family, your friends—definitely adds to your happiness. So find some n ways to show the ones w you love how much you care w with your own yellow ribbon!

Make your winter self green with envy What holds us back from happiness? Fear of trying something new. So this summer I dare you to do something so wild, fun and extravagant! Make it something that will still have you smiling come dull, gray January!

Back in black Let the good times roll on till dark! As the summer days stretch longer, stretch your fun. Stay out late. If you’re lucky, that might mean dancing till dawn with

the hubster, but at the very least let time linger as you sit on the porch with the kids and neighbors.

Lighten days with white noise When we are relaxed, we are naturally happier. Zone out, relax, get into the vibe this summer and savor every summer moment.

Don’t forget to... * Use big brush strokes: Dance like nobody’s looking. Wave twice. Laugh loudly. Double up on the giggles and quadruple the fun. Or maybe try 10 times harder to reach that goal. * Chase some rainbows: Now is the time to find rainbows by setting goals outside of your reach. * Look for the Pot Of Gold!: The best part about painting your own rainbow is finding treasure at the end. Treat this summer as a treasure hunt and be on the lookout for surprises. Donna Bozzo is a mom living on the North Shore, freelance writer and frequent TV guest locally and nationally.

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REAL PARENTS IN THE TRENCHES

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Your child wants to go with a friend to their lake cottage for the entire summer. Do you let them?

If it weren’t with someone I loved and trusted, I wouldn’t let them go. Trust comes slowly. People can be nutters, and I’m simply not willing to take that chance. I love my children more than anything in the universe so it’s not worth the risk. Anne Rezabek, Elgin

Maybe for a week or two, but not the whole summer. Any kid respectful of his/her parents shouldn’t even entertain the idea. Jeff Mezydlo, Chicago

I would not let them go for the entire summer. But I would let them go for a week or so depending on how well I knew the family and how mature my child was. Summer is for family time so all summer would be out. Tracie Guzolek, Chicago

There are so many traditions that we enjoy in the summer as a family. Our kids’ childhood is here and then gone. I would allow my child to spend one week away. I want to spend the summer making good memories. Kerry Quirin, Downers Grove

Maybe bring him for a week at the beginning and then towards the end. Too much time together without a break can really test a relationship. You really need to know and totally trust the other family to even consider it. Lisa Cheruff, Skokie

After considering my child’s age and maturity level, I would talk to the friend’s parents, and find out about the logistics, and safety, of the setting. If I was satisfied, I would let him stay up to two weeks. Kate AdkinsTrimnell, Homewood

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An appreciation for dad Getting to really know Linus more than two decades after his death

hen my dad, Linus, died 22 years ago, I was just a kid. 14. I hadn’t started wearing makeup, hadn’t kissed a boy, hadn’t even ever been grounded. He didn’t teach me how to drive. He wasn’t at my wedding. He never held his grandchildren. When he died, I didn’t really know him. Sure, I knew he like to fish and hunt. He liked dark liquors. Westerns and Bond movies were his favorites. As I’ve aged, I’ve liked to guess at how he’d react to things. Probably he’d have yelled at my burgeoning behind-thewheel skills. He’d have cut a rug with my mom at my wedding dance. And with my babies, well, there’d have been no knee more bouncy or noises so funny as those of Grandpa Linus. Bigger questions have filled my conscious. As a teenager sitting on his headstone at night, smoking illicit cigarettes, I’d say, “How are you, Daddy? Are you happy? Can you see me? Are you there?” I never received clear answers. No ‘messages from beyond the grave.’ Just feelings. Two decades later and I’m still asking those questions, wondering about his presence. He’s become a grandfather now. Does

he sense this? Perhaps. Is he aware of his little descendants as they blow out the candles on their birthday cakes? Maybe. Will he ever know that his brown-eyed children have borne blue-eyed babies because of him? Probably not. But those children, kids whose names honor his father and his wife, are most certainly aware of him. They know he loved babies. They know Grandpa Linus found peace while walking in the woods. And their nicknames, ‘Squirrel’ and ‘Big-stick’, well, Grandpa Linus was a genius at finding socially acceptable ways to address his kids when vulgarity was easily an option. Since becoming a mom, I’ve started to realize things about my dad I’d never known before. Things a younger me couldn’t have guessed. I see clearly that he loved me and my siblings fiercely, even when my memories are populated by angry directives. In raising my own, I recognize how important family was to him. He tried his very best to be a good dad, learning from his father’s mistakes. It’s the same course I attempt to stay, practicing patience, empathy and measuring my voice when he might have yelled in frustration. My own motherhood experience is only a quarter of Dad’s, but it’s already shown me the selflessness my father

Since becoming a mom, I’ve started to realize things about my dad I’d never known before. gracefully possessed throughout my entire childhood. As the space between my dad’s physical presence in my life and his leaving widens, the closer I grow to him. I didn’t really know my dad when he died, but as a mom, I’m getting to. Robin Huiras is a freelance writer and the mom of two girls living in Evergreen Park.

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Chicago-style dad Family and tradition key to raising son in the Windy City

y mother was born and raised in a huge Italian family in Chicago. All the relatives, the trips to the museums and the Sears Tower, Chicagostyle hotdogs, the sausage, cannolis, homemade meatballs and ravioli, pizza, raw clams, stuffed artichokes, “Lubeans,” hugging, kissing, yelling—that was the Chicago-style to me. I grew up in Tulsa, Okla., and I was always amazed by how my mother knew everyone halfway across the country. She knew every cousin, aunt, uncle, grandparent and great-grandparent. She told me her father had always taught her the importance of family. “Respect your elders. Go visit your aunts,” he would say to her. As a result, she grew up visiting and asking ques-

I realize that my mother and my family were teaching me it was more than the food and trips to the city tions; she learned the history of her family from the people who lived it, face-to-face. She was ensuring that the family library wouldn’t be abandoned when her aunts weren’t around any more. When I was entering high school, she reconnected with her high school

sweetheart and bada bing, bada boom, we moved to Chicago. We married into another large Italian family with a Gramma and Grampa who lived in the same house since 1949 where they raised eight kids. Most of the aunts and uncles lived on the same block as Gramma and Grampa, and we called it “The Compound.” Gramma was always in the kitchen, while Grampa serenaded her with opera. Uncles picked on uncles, aunts made fun of uncles, and more than 30 cousins swam in the pool and ran through the grapevines growing in back (used for homemade wine, of course). Suddenly, I was immersed in the very Chicago-style that I loved during my visits as a kid. As the years went by, the Chicagostyle came to mean something more than just the food and trips to the city. It was about family, tradition and respect. After my son was born, I knew it was my turn to raise my child in the Chicago-style. I wanted him to have a deep understanding for the family he had around him. I wanted him to know the way his great-grandfather raised my mother, and in turn how she raised me. Family. Tradition. Respect. My son won’t remember the visits to see his great-grandmother now because he is only 1, but it’s important that I take him anyway. He needs to be around his family so that he can impart

the history to his kids and continue the family library. He can tell them how their grandparents met and how his grandmother really did walk two miles to school every day. He can teach them to respect their elders. These are the things that my son will never learn on Facebook or whatever social media platform takes over next. These are the things he can only learn and experience face-to-face. When he’s able to understand, I will explain to him the importance of these visits. Then, when he is old enough to visit on his own, I will remind him, “Respect your elders. Go visit your aunts, and uncles, and grandparents. This is family. This is tradition. This is respect.” This is the Chicago-style. Pat Jacobs is a stay-at-home Chicago dad, freelance writer and he co-manages the blog, Just A Dad 247, a blog for dads.

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5 local dads who go above and beyond the call of duty

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BY ELIZABETH DIFFIN

f you watch the local news any night of the week, chances are you’ll hear a story about a fire, a shootout or some other emergency that makes you hug your kids a little tighter. But how often do you think about the actual men and women who put their lives on the line despite their families at home? We’ve noticed that lately, these local heroes don’t always get a lot of positive press. So this Father’s Day, we decided to honor some men who are true heroes: committed public servants as well as dedicated dads. The five families we interviewed take a lot of pride in their heroes, although we discovered that each dad is very humble and serious about helping others, whether as a firefighter, paramedic, policeman or soldier.

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Carl Veller, Chicago firefighter Family: wife Michelle, married 15 years; kids Michaela, 16, Carlena, 14, Melayna, 3, Cameron, 2, and Cole, 5 months What makes your husband a hero dad? Michelle: That he sacrifices of himself and his time for others, and especially for his family. It’s not like he goes out and does his job and leaves us lacking. He does it all. He’s an amazing dad. What do your kids think about what he does? Michelle: I think as they get older, they’re starting

to realize more how much he does and how hands-on he is with everything. He’ll pull an all-nighter and then he’s still toting them here, there and everywhere with toddlers hanging all over him. How do you feel about him putting himself in harm’s way for the sake of others? Michelle: I think in the beginning, it was a little more difficult. I try not to think about it too much. It takes a special person to do what he does. I know it’s not something I could do at all. CONTINUED ON PAGE 40

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How has becoming a dad changed your approach to your job? Carl: I try to do the best job that I can, even though I’m a dad. I want my kids to do the best job they can every day, so if I was to slack off helping others, it wouldn’t make me a good example. What is the one lesson or value you hope to pass down to your kids? Carl: To always try to be the best that you can be. And to be able to offer yourself up to others in a responsible way and help others who can’t help themselves. Which of Carl’s traits do you hope your children pick up? Michelle: I think primarily would be his heart of service; he shows love through acts of service. He goes out there, and he’s giving of himself and his time, not just at his job, but with his family and his friends. He’s always one to help out where he’s needed.

James Irons, reservist in the U.S. Army Family: wife Tiffany, married 10 years; kids Ashley, 10, and James, 4 How often are you away from your family? James: At least once a month. It’s horrible. That’s the main reason I came off active duty—to spend more time with the kids and wife. I love the military, but being away is the hardest thing. Tiffany, what is it like for you to be home while he’s deployed? Tiffany: It’s tough because you don’t have a mate. It’s tough for the children, especially my son because he doesn’t understand. All my son knows is that Daddy’s gone to go find bad guys, but

he doesn’t understand why. How does your job compare to parenting? James: There’s no comparison. Being a parent is a bigger responsibility because it’s more difficult than being in the military. There’s someone always there to take your place in the military. As a parent, there’s no one else who can take your place in raising your children. How has becoming a dad changed your approach to your job? James: I think that I have gained patience more than anything. It’s easy to look at someone and expect them to be perfect. But you have children and you realize they

You’re not a hero if you’re doing what you’re supposed to do. I enjoy being with my kids, and if they think that makes me a hero, that’s great. have to grow and learn and make mistakes. Which of James’ traits do you hope your children pick up? Tiffany: His patience. And his budgeting skills. How do you respond to being called a “hero dad”? James: I don’t think that there is such a thing. There should be good parents who are responsible for their kids. You’re not a hero if you’re doing what you’re supposed to do. I enjoy being with my kids, and if they think that makes me a hero, that’s great.

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Chris Florek, Chicago Fire Department paramedic Family: wife Jen, married four years; son Calvin, 2 Why did you want to become a firefighter/paramedic? Chris: I always wanted to be a police officer growing up because my dad was a police officer. But I had Boy Scout meetings at the Burnham Fire Station and I fell in love with the fire service. What makes your husband a hero dad? Jen: I guess just being able to juggle everything, the crazy schedule and the side job and the hours and still having to be awake during the day when your son’s awake. He’s juggling the two lives. How do you feel about him putting himself in harm’s way for the sake of others? Jen: It’s funny because I think that you just kind of can’t think about it, because otherwise you go crazy. He goes to work, and there’s something in your brain that lets you shut that off or you’d be terrified. When he was a police officer, it was a lot more scary. Which of Chris’ traits do you hope your son picks up? I love that he knows how to do almost anything. He’s very street smart. That’s a great trait for anybody to have. I hope Calvin has that kind of know-how to do things in life. Also, I think Chris is very community-service oriented. I think that would be a nice trait to have, too—to care about other people and to care about where you live. How do you respond to being called a “hero dad”? Chris: I just think it’s important to be able to step up in society and be able to help other people. It’s not so much being a hero as dedicating yourself to service to others.

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Steve Jedd, Chicago police officer Family: wife Jill, married nine years; daughter Addison, 7 How has becoming a dad changed your approach to your job? Steve: I just try to be a little more cautious now, seeing that I have my wife and my daughter depending on me to come home. When I was single, I just didn’t think about certain situations that I put myself in. Now I don’t want my wife and daughter to ever get “that call.” I love getting calls from them after a really tough situation and Addison just wants to show me she knows her spelling words. What makes your husband a hero dad? Jill: He’s the one who packs her bag and her lunch and takes her to school every single day. It doesn’t matter if he has slept. He’s just a very hands-on, very kind person. You’d think him being a police officer, he’d be very tough and strict, but it’s a literally reverse role. Which of Steve’s traits do you hope

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Addison picks up? Jill: Manners. He teaches her those kind of things. Now everything is “Please” and “May I.” And to be kind to people—he’s really against bullying. And she’s brave. How does police work compare to

parenting? Steve: Parenting is much harder. There is a way to remove yourself from some of the terrible things you see at work, but when it comes to parenting, your whole heart in invested. My worst fear is to fail at being a good dad to Addison.

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Kurt Daichendt, Chicago police officer Family: wife Denise, married 14 years; kids Kaela, 13, Maximilian, 11, Dietrich, 10, Raiden, 8, and Janna, 3 What makes your husband a hero dad? Denise: He is a hero in every sense. He’s a police officer and an army veteran, and he loves his job. On the homefront, he’s the provider. He teaches our kids safety at all times. We also are a safe family home and a foster home and we’ve taken in kids that are in need. My husband has been on board with anything having to do with helping others. He’s what every little boy looks up to and says “I want to be a police officer.” How does police work compare to parenting? Kurt: Having five children is every bit as challenging as everything I’ve done on the police department. I’m currently an instructor, and in some ways they kind of parallel each other. At home, you’re instructing your children and you want them to have positive outcomes in their lives. The same is true at the academy. I get the gratification of seeing that light bulb turn on.

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What is one value you hope to pass down to your children? Kurt: Religious faith would be the first thing I would focus on. I think if they have that, a lot of the other stuff is going to fall into place.

Kurt: I don’t really think of myself as a hero. I’ve had some instances where I’ve done what some people consider to be heroic. Hopefully the way that I’ve conducted myself in the department and in life in general has been in a way that people can look at it and say it’s been a life well-lived.

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Daddy time a scream fest? Doc’s advice: Stay calm and pick your moments

BY MEGAN COTTRELL

fter a long day with baby, mom is more than ready to hand her little one off to dad. The problem? Baby wants mama, and only mama. What’s a willing and capable dad to do when an infant seems to always prefer to be with mom? Don’t worry, dad. It’s not just you. Almost every baby has a preference for mom, says Dr. Harvey Karp, author of the Happiest Baby on the Block. “They’re getting their most immediate needs met by their mom on a regular basis many times a day—reward of sweet milk, the feeling of soft skin,” says Karp. “Dads are not usually as involved in meeting the baby’s needs, so they develop a natural preference for their mother.” So one of the best ways to help your baby get used to being with dad is to get in there and get your hands dirty—giving baths, changing diapers, giving bottles, infant massage and lots

of cuddling, especially with skin-toskin contact. Karp also tells dads to watch how they handle their babies. Oftentimes, moms use a more gentle touch or speak in a singsong voice, which babies prefer. “Men oftentimes are more hesitant to do that, but it makes baby feel more comforted,” he says. There’s one area that men often excel at, says Karp, and that’s getting a baby to sleep. In his book, he covers the 5 S’s—swinging, swaddling, shushing, side position and sucking— and these techniques are where dad can really shine.

“Swaddling is like an engineering job. Men have arms that are a little longer and stronger for holding,” says Karp. “Men tend to shush a little louder and jiggle a little more, and many babies need that to get to sleep.” Dr. Laura Markham, child psychologist and author of AhaParenting.com, recommends that dads look for bonding experiences when their babies are already in a good mood. That’s a great time to play peek-a-boo or look at a toy or book together, she says. Creating those positive experiences when your baby is already happy will CONTINUED ON PAGE 46

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help to set the stage for when she’s a bit more cranky. So what should dad do when “happy baby” has left the building? The number one thing Markham recommends is to stay calm. Human brains are wired with “mirror neurons,” she says, which allow our brains to take on other people’s emotions. “If dad can stay calm, the baby is going to pick up from dad that it’s not an emergency,” says Markham. “At that point, the baby begins to calm down, and once the alert system is calmed down, then the baby looks at who they’re with, and says, ‘Oh, I’m with dad. Dad’s making everything safe.’” But staying calm isn’t so easy, especially when dad feels like he’s not enough. “A dad thinks to himself, ‘I’m stuck with this baby who just wants to be with mom, and he’s rejecting me. I’m standing between my child and his

mother,’” Markham says. If you feel these kinds of thoughts coming on, do your best to try to let those feelings go. “With children of all ages, the best way to deal with their behavior is to start by not taking it personally,” she says. “It’s always a good idea to start by taking a deep breath and start by reminding yourself: ‘This is about them. This is not about me.’” But if baby’s preference for mom seems like it will never end, just wait a few months. Karp says all of this crying for mama will go away eventually. “There’s payback,” says Karp. “All of that can shift around dramatically when the child is 1-½ to 2, when they love newness and novelty. Then dads can become the heroes, and moms become yesterday’s fish.” Megan Cottrell is a freelance writer and mom with a young son.

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BY JACKIE JACKIE McGOEY hen I told our 2-year-old we were goin going on a special trip, I didn’t think she could gr grasp the concept of Walt Disney World. So ima imagine my surprise when the first words out of h her mouth when we touched down in Florida we were: “Where’s Mickey Mouse?” Somehow, without really knowing w what Walt Disne Disney World was, she knew that Mickey was at the center of it all. And with that, the search was on to find him.

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If you’re planning on traveling to Disney World with your toddlers or preschoolers (especially if it’s your first time like us) you HAVE to have a plan beforehand of which parks you want to visit, what rides you want to try out and where you want to eat. Being spontaneous may work in other aspects of your life, but not at Disney. The place is simply too large, and without a plan, you’ll end up feeling overwhelmed and waste precious memory-making time. Luckily Disney is making strides in helping families easily plan their Disney experience. There were a few things in particular that really helped in

making our trip seamless and stress-free. The first was the My Disney Experience website. This is a one-stop shop online tool for planning your Disney vacation before you ever leave home. You can link your flights and hotel accommodations, make dining reservations, buy park tickets, link your FastPass+ choices (rides and attractions you choose beforehand to skip ahead in line) and manage your Memory Maker photos (unlimited digital photos captured at Disney PhotoPass locations). What’s even cooler is a free app version. Pull it up on your mobile device when you’re in

the parks to get current wait times for your favorite rides and attractions, schedules for the fireworks shows and parades, and find out the current locations of the characters you want to see. The second must-have item that made our trip so smooth was the MagicBand. These colorful, customizable wristbands act as your room key, your theme park ticket and your wallet—simply link a credit card to them to make food or merchandise purchases in the park. How convenient is that? MagicBands are still in the testing stage. Currently, they’re included in Disney Resort hotel

Good to know Children under 3 enter the parks for free. Need a night out? Children’s Activity Centers (select resorts) provide supervised child care for children age 3-12. Baby Care Centers are complimentary facilities in all four parks that offer private nursing rooms with rocking chairs, feeding areas with high chairs, kitchens with a microwave, oven and sink and diaperchanging rooms.

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Read, discover, create and win prizes. guests’ stays, but once they are fully rolled out, they will be available to all guests to buy for less than $15. Once you have your plans set, the only thing left to do is enjoy the parks. We knew had to visit New Fantasyland in Magic Kingdom. If you can only visit one park with your toddlers or preschoolers, this is the one to choose. It turned out to be our daughter’s favorite. Here you’ll find classic rides and attractions like It’s a Small World (low-key and beautiful), Mad Tea Party (a different experience each time you ride depending on how fast or slow you spin) and Dumbo the Flying Elephant (classic Disney), plus new features such as the Under the Sea—Journey of the Little Mermaid ride and the stunningly ornate Be Our Guest Restaurant (modeled after the Beast’s enchanted castle). You’ll also want to be sure to catch a parade on Main Street. Check your My Disney Experience app for times or, if you’re lucky like us, you’ll just be strolling along and find yourself right in the middle of one! If your little one loves Disney princesses, a visit to the new Princess Fairytale Hall is a must. Rapunzel ended up being the first “real-life” princess my daughter met and the look on her face when she signed her autograph book is something I’ll never forget. But just in case

I do, I have about 20 photos to remind me! Character meet ‘n’ greets and dining experiences like that were probably the most memorable moments of our trip for our daughter. She loved having the chance to meet some of her favorite Disney and Disney Junior characters face-to-face: Winnie-the-Pooh and Piglet at The Crystal Palace (Main Street USA), Doc McStuffins and Jake from Jake and the Never Land Pirates at Hollywood & Vine (Disney’s Hollywood Studios) and even Cinderella’s stepsisters who were walking right alongside us on the street! But best of all, the last character we met was Mickey Mouse himself. And get this . . . he TALKS! Amazing new technology has made it possible for every child to have a unique, interactive experience with Mickey at Town Square Theater. They can have a full-on conversation with him. He hears and responds—in that well-known high-pitched voice! Our trip had come full circle after our meeting with Mickey. It was the perfect ending to an unforgettable vacation. Walt Disney World is just as magical as you imagine it to be. And now it’s easier than ever to plan the perfect visit for your family.

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We visited Crabtree Nature Center in early spring, so many of the trees and plants weren’t blooming and the trails were muddy. But this did not lessen our fun. Inside the nature center are reptiles and rescued animals, and along the trails are rescued birds in cages. The owl and turtles were our favorites. When we found the children’s section of the trail, Johnny was ecstatic to build a “Batman” fort and scale a spider web like Spider-Man. We climbed a huge pile of woodchips, then followed a little trail with a wooden bridge. In the summer, there are sprinklers and spray cans children can use to water the flowers and plants. Playing at Crabtree is a magical adventure. I’m sure it’s different for every kid. It’s a place to play, imagine and create your own storyline.

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The butterfly house alone is reason to visit this little Geneva gem. We were a month early for the butterflies, which are available for viewing through Sept. 20. But there was plenty more to see at the Hawk’s Hollow Nature Playground. On warm days, the water play is perfect for kids of all ages—with a small splash area, a waterfall and a hand pump for them to pour water into buckets. Johnny spent most of his time at the bottom of the pulley system. Stuffing pinecones and woodchips in a basket, he pulled the rope until the basket reached the top where I was waiting. I, then, dropped the contents of the basket down a series of rain spouts, which fell into a large bucket. Johnny easily could have spent hours with this contraption. The multi-level tree house with spiral slide, climbing ropes and overlook also was entertaining.

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Playing at Morton is a full-day adventure. Wear play clothes and sneakers, and it’s probably a good idea to bring extra clothes. The children’s garden is full of opportunities to explore and get wet and dirty. The four-acre gardens are divided into sections by age, though everyone is encouraged to play throughout the entire garden. Backyard Discovery Gardens, the lower half of the garden, is targeted to younger kids. This is where Johnny delighted in splashing his hands in a pond, and he was amazed how water spurted from a hand pump. Sliding down gigantic tree roots was a highlight. At Adventure Woods, the section targeted to older kids, we climbed ropes courses and ran across wooden bridges. The children’s garden can easily occupy children for hours, but the trail around the pond (about a mile) is fun for families. On Thursday evenings in the summer, there are family nights with live entertainment and activities. Admission on those nights is $5 per person or free for members. Regular admission is $12 for adults and $9 for children.

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The new Nature Play Area is designed with the child’s imagination in mind. The materials themselves are simple objects found in nature: logs, tree stumps, sticks and rocks. Intentionally, there aren’t many instructions for participants. The area is open for free play whenever the zoo is open, but a more structured program, Zoo Investigators, is available for kids 5-7.

BY KRISTY MACKABEN or a big city, Chicago and its surrounding suburbs offer an incredible amount of open space, trails and forest preserves. The latest trend is nature play places where kids are encouraged to play and explore nature. The motto “No child left inside” is perfect.

“I think people are interested in getting kids outside,” says Susan Dombro, assistant director at the Crabtree Nature Center in Barrington Hills. Before Crabtree created its outdoor nature play area, kids often played inside the nature center. She remembers one child throwing a tantrum when her parents suggested they go for a hike on the trails. “The little girl screamed ‘No. I don’t want to walk outside. I want to play!’” That moment stuck with Dombro and convinced her that kids should be encouraged to play outside, too. Nature should be appealing and fun to kids, Dombro says. And nature should also be a place where parents and children can learn together, says Lesley Kolaya, manager of youth and family programs at Morton Arboretum in Lisle. “We really stress the importance of being your child’s partner in learning. Connect with nature and your family,” Kolaya says. “We encourage kids to explore all different habitats and not be inhibited by feeling like they’re going to get wet or dirty.” ■ River Forest Crabtree and Morton are just a couple ■ fpdcc. fpdcc.com of at least a dozen nature play centers in Chicagoland. This spring, my 5-year-old son The trails at this nature center Johnny and I explored different nature play pass by rescued birds, but the centers around the Chicago area. My little real fun happens in back of guy is always up for an adventure, and the museum. A large fenced-in he loves getting dirty—which is usuyard is filled with twigs, logs, ally encouraged at the nature play stumps, stones, leaves and plenty places. So we were the perfect team of fort-making materials. We balfort-m for this mission. anced on o logs, covered ourselves We had a blast on our weekly in leaves, leave navigated self-made adventures. Here are a handful obstacle obstacle courses and told stories of places we really loved. inside i side a fort. On certain nights, in the hosts outdoor story t e museum th mu times t mes and events are planned ti throughout the summer. t rou th

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ummer isn’t just about camps, beaches and play dates. Studies consistently show that students lose critical skills, knowledge and grade-level equivalency during extended breaks from school. This is a real, systemic problem. However, there is no need for parents to despair. Chicago-area families can combat this annual phenomenon by actively engaging kids in learning this summer.

A recent study showed that more than 75 percent of parents said they wished teachers would tell them more about the dangers of the “summer slide” and provide tips on how to keep their kids’ minds engaged. Local educators are eager to help, since the amount of summer learning loss directly impacts where classes begin in the fall and the amount of progress classrooms are able to make in the coming academic year.

The bottom line: Parents need to think about learning opportunities in creative, unconventional and real-life ways.

Tips from teachers

Let kids choose. Every child should read something they choose to read. Video game magazines, travel brochures and sports articles online are all forms of reading. The more the child wants to read something, the more they will get out of it. Set aside time each day (or as often as possible) for kids to read something of their choosing. Janelle Thomas

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Limit TV and video game time. Anne Koss

Make educational activities part of your routine like making your bed or brushing your teeth. I really recommend parents avoid the battle of “forcing” your children to do work. Signing up for something at the library or asking your child’s teacher for assignments, or using educational apps or computer games helps to take some of that struggle between parent and child away. Melissa Capizzi

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Join a summer reading program with your child. It is a great way to encounter and discusss a variety of genres. Anne Goodman A

Get real-life experience. Include time to physically active every be phy Research shows that active day. Rese help build active minds. bodies he is a key part of Physical activity a child brain development and should be continued through the summer. Kevin Stein

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For students focusing on foreign language retention, download a movie in the language with English subtitles. Find a list of the 2013 Oscar language contenders for best foreign film at imdb.com/ list/c-CTnVwxf70. Amy Bizzarri

Make sure you let your kids see you reading! Make it a part of your family routine. Koss

Build math problems into your everyday life. For example, bake together, using only the half cup measurement tool and ask them to figure out how many scoops are needed for three cups. Or do math problems, such as it is 10 a.m. now and we have to be at the park by 1 p.m. It will take us 20 minutes to get there and an hour to eat lunch before we go, what time do we need to start lunch? Capizzi

Get together with other students to practice social skills. A huge aspect of life in school K-8 is the social emotional learning. Spending time interacting socially with peers can help students ease back into school life come September. Stein

Greate real-life learning opportunities. Go to museums, sign up for camps, watch educational TV, go on family trips, go on outdoor adventures, visit a farm, plant some seeds and watch them grow. Talk about what you see and do. Koss

Visit museums, zoos, nature centers and libraries. These can all be great places for kids to go and learn something while

theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re having fun. Capizzi

Go online. Many book publishers offer online access. Also search rch the iTunes store for free or iinexpensive apps under educational resources. Capizzi

Set aside time once or twice a week to practice basic skills learned during the past school year. This can range from reviewing math facts (depending on the grade) to completing a few workbook pages. Often, teachers are more than happy to put together a summer practice packet if parents ask for one. Thomas

Practice your language skills Flashcards+ app allows you to easily create and study flashcards on your smartphone. Bizzarri

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through with any recommendations the teacher might have for their child. Goodman Caitlin Murray Giles is a Chicago-based freelance writer and mother of three.

The panel of Chicago-area educators: Amy Bizzarri, grades 9-12, 10 years experience Melissa Capizzi, assistant principal, 12 years experience Kevin Stein, fourthgrade teacher, four years experience Anne Koss, K-8 visual arts/fourth-grade language arts, 15 years experience Janelle Thomas, fourthgrade teacher, eight years experience Anne Goodman, K-5 reading interventionalist, 38 years experience

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Our office’s unofficial mascot is Brookfield Zoo’s Dave the giraffe, so we couldn’t be more excited to celebrate him and all of his longnecked friends on the longest day of the year. World Giraffe Day also marks the first birthday of the zoo’s youngest giraffe, Potoka (Dave’s half-brother!) with special Zoo Chats and giraffe-themed crafts and activities. Wonder if there will be any leaf-flavored cake? At the very least, we’re expecting someone to climb a ladder to help him don a party hat. Free with admission. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. June 21. Brookfield Zoo, 8400 31st St., Brookfield. (708) 688-8000, czs.org.

Seventy years have passed since the Allies stormed Normandy Beach on D-Day, the beginning of the end of World War II. Remember the soldiers who served that day at Cantigny’s D-Day Commemoration, where you and your kids can meet WWII vets and see a rare landing craft that was probably used that day. Plus, make your own landing craft and launch h it i iin n a stream, simulate an airborne landing with gliders and green army men, and watch staff make individualized dog tags on an authentic machine. And don’t forget to say thank you for all the freedoms we enjoy. Free; $5 parking. in ng. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. June 7. Cantigny Pa Park, ark, rk k, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. (630 (630) 668(6 630 0) 6 66 688 5161, cantigny.org.

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CALENDAR 1 | SUNDAY CHICAGO KIDICAL MASS. This Roscoe Village bike ride is held rain or shine. 10 a.m. Audubon School, 3500 N. Hoyne Ave. chicagokidicalmass.org.

SUBURBS FAMILY WORKSHOP: PHOTOGRAPHY FUN! Families with kids 8-14 join

Chicago photographer Matthew Austin to explore photography as a means of storytelling by making a pinhole camera and composing fleeting images throughout the museum. Be inspired by the subject of the special exhibition, Ruth Gruber: Photojournalist, before the exhibition closes. Reservations required. Free with admission. 3-4:30 p.m. Illinois Holocaust Museum and Education Center, 9603 Woods Drive, Skokie. (847) 967-4800, ilholocaust museum.org. MALOTT JAPANESE GARDEN FAMILY SUNDAY. Enjoy hands-on

activities related to Japanese gardens and culture, and make a take-home project. Different projects and activities are featured each week, including raking miniature dry gardens, trying chopsticks and practicing calligraphy. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Chicago Botanic Garden, 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe. (847) 835-5440, chicago botanic.org. SLEEPING BEAUTY BALLET.

Performance is at the Batavia Fine Arts Center. $20, $15 kids. 1 p.m. State Street Dance, 9 N. Fourth St., Suite E, Geneva. (630) 232-0444, statestreetdancestudio.com.

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ment of paddling the Fox River while enjoying this tradition that dates back to the 1960s. Rental boats are available. St. Charles to Aurora (10 miles) starts at 9 a.m.; Batavia to Aurora (six miles) starts at 10 a.m. Check website for cost. Mount St. Mary Park, St. Charles. (630) 859-8606, foxvalley parkdistrict.org.

of old-time “base ball.” The ladies will take the field first when the Rockford Peaches challenge the Kenosha Comets. At 1 p.m., the home club, DuPage Plowboys, takes on the Milwaukee Grays. $5 parking. 11 a.m. Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. (630) 668-5161, cantigny.org.

NAPERVILLE PARK DISTRICT FRONTIER PARK KITE FESTIVAL. Enjoy gigantic kites, excit-

ing demonstrations, stunts, hands-on activities, games and giveaways. Plus live performances by Neuqua Valley High School Steel Band, School of Rock Naperville, Andrew Huber and Élan Dance Company. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 3380 Cedar Glade Drive, Naperville. (630) 848-5000, napervilleparks.org.

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3 | TUESDAY HISTORY CONNECTIONS.

Kids and families can explore a different theme every Tuesday and learn something new about our nation’s military history. Today’s theme is Combat Communications. See and learn about different communication equipment from the museum’s Education Collection and use WWII replica radios to communicate. $5 parking. 1-3 p.m. Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. (630) 668-5161, cantigny.org.

4 | WEDNESDAY JEWISH YOUTH ZONE MINI CHEFS: SHAVUOT BASH. Kids

2-8 learn cooking skills alongside relevant Jewish laws and upcoming holidays. Parents can drop off children or join the fun. This month, make cheesecake and enjoy a farewell party with light dinner and

awards for all the Mini Chefs. $7. 2-4 p.m. Chabad and F.R.E.E. of Niles, 9401 Margail Ave., Des Plaines. (847) 296-1770, chabadandfree.com.

5 | THURSDAY MADE IN CHICAGO. Celebrate the return of the Circus Zirkus exhibit with some performances from local Chicago circus groups. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Chicago Children’s Museum, 700 E. Grand Ave. at Navy Pier, Chicago. (312) 527-1000, chicagochildrens museum.org.

6 | FRIDAY FAMILY FEATURE: DCM OUTDOOR MUSIC FESTIVAL. An

evening of toe tapping and dancing to kick off Chicago’s music festival season. This event will take place in the lower outdoor field of Washington Jr. High School. Free with admission. 6-8 p.m. DuPage Children’s Museum, 301 N. Washington St., Naperville. (630) 637-8000, dupagechildrens museum.org. TRIPS AND TRAVELS TOGETHER.

This event offers girls 8 and up the chance to capture their own special travel moments with their My American Girl doll during summer break. Includes a delicious meal, journaling activities, and a special American Girl book to take home.

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CALENDAR Reservations required. $30. 5:30-6:30 p.m. American Girl Place, 835 N. Michigan Ave., Chicago. (877) 2475223, americangirl.com.

7 | SATURDAY CHICAGO LUNA DE CUERNOS AT ART INSTITUTE. Performance of a classic

Puerto Rican folk tale, modernized with help from the local community. 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Fifth House Ensemble, Art Institute of Chicago, Ryan Education Center, 111 S. Michigan Ave. fifth-house.com. PEACE RALLY AND ST. ANTHONY HOSPITAL SUMMER FEST. Includes carnival games, food

from local restaurants, free health screenings, back to school physicals and vaccines, practical advice on preventative care and safety and a community-wide car and bike show. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. St. Anthony Hospital, 2875 W. 19th St. (773) 484-1000, saintanthonyhospital.org. SPRING FESTIVAL AND PLANT SALE. Browse a selection of

the Lurie Garden’s top perennials. All proceeds support Lurie Garden programming. Also includes tours, handson gardening tips and plant-based crafts for families. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. The Lurie Garden in Millennium Park, Columbus Drive and Monroe Street. (312) 228-1004, luriegarden.org. SUMMER LEARNING EVENT.

Kids enjoy bug-themed activities and crafts and can explore a live bug discovery station. Attendees receive a free summer activity calendar to keep learning all season long. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Lakeshore Learning Store, 2255 W. 95th. (847) 705-5052, lakeshore learning.com. FAMILY TROLLEY TOURS.

Professional tour guide Josh Eisenberg leads family-friendly urban exploration in an open-air trolley. Today’s theme is Above & Below. $25, $10 kids; $20 members, $5 member kids. 10 a.m.-noon. Chicago History Museum, 1601 N. Clark St. (312) 6424600, chicagohistory.org.

SUBURBS ST. NORBERT ANNUAL BLOCK PARTY. Features 5K fun run and Kids’

Dash at 8 a.m. Block party includes live music, beer garden, food and kids’ corner with games, inflatables and entertainment. $5, $10 after 7 p.m. 5K: 8 a.m. Block Party: 3-10:30 p.m. Meadow and Walters Avenue, Northbrook. (847) 272-7090, stnorbertblockparty.org. STROLLER WALK. Families with

children in strollers enjoy an interactive walking tour of one of Wilmette’s historic neighborhoods, the Ouilmette North Historic District. Goodie bags will be provided for registered children. Check website for cost and time. Wilmette Historical Museum, 609 Ridge Road, Wilmette. (847) 853-7666, wilmettehistory.org. WORLD ENVIRONMENT DAY.

Lab and horticulture demonstrations, hands-on activities and a variety of displays are planned for visitors of all ages designed to teach them how to apply conservation behaviors in their daily lives. $20 parking. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Chicago Botanic Garden, 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe. (847) 8355440, chicagobotanic.org. STAR WARS DAY. Activities at museum and library include a Rebel Legion display with 6-foot-tall Rancor Head & Tusken Village; light saber duel reenactment; R2D2 robot race; Death Star bowling; Star Wars trivia; Star Wars movies and 501st Midwest Garrison presentation. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Joliet Area Historical Museum, 204 N. Ottawa St., Joliet. (815) 723-5201, jolietmuseum.org. ¡VIVA LA FIESTA! Features a

celebration of Hispanic culture, authentic cuisine, refreshments, music and dancing. The festivities include local musical talent along with Hispanic artists and artisans and their eclectic works. Free with admission. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Brookfield Zoo, 8400 31st St., Brookfield. (708) 688-8000, czs.org.

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marshmallows before going on a silent tram ride through the woods after dark. This month’s theme is Shadows. $19, $16 members. 6-8 p.m. Morton Arboretum, 4100 Illinois Route 53, Lisle. (630) 968-0074, mortonarb.org. STONE HUNT. Families with kids

5 and up search for gemstones and mineral specimens among more common rocks and minerals. Learn how to distinguish between rocks and minerals. Take home the rocks you find. Reservations recommended. $5, members free. 2-2:45 p.m. Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art, 220 Cottage Hill Ave. (in Wilder Park), Elmhurst. (630) 833-1616, lizzadromuseum.org.

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giant equipment and pitch a tent. Free bike tune-ups, casting fishing poles and close-up animal encounters. This event also has special crafts and building projects to celebrating Stick with Nature month. Noon-4 p.m. Crabtree Nature Center, 3 Stover Road, Barrington. (847) 381-6592, fpdcc.com. GREATER CHICAGO JEWISH FESTIVAL. Outdoor celebration

highlighting local and national Jewish talent features music and dance on three stages plus a separate children’s stage, hands-on activities, a juried art fair, a strictly kosher food court and booths from more than 80 co-sponsoring Jewish organizations. Singer, songwriter, children’s entertainer, TV and film composer Peter Himmelman offers two separate performances on the Festival’s Main Stage. New this year is an added focus on celebrating Israel, Israel Fusion. In addition to the Israeli artists in the Art Fair and the selection of Israeli food, the four stages will feature Israeli performers

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The Chicago Radio Controlled Yacht Club races model sailboats across the North Lake from the Waterside Terrace on the Esplanade. Visitors can learn about building and operating model sailboats and joining the sailing club. Club members are available to answer questions about sailboats, races and regattas. $20 parking. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Chicago Botanic Garden, 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe. (847) 835-5440, chicagobotanic.org. ¡VIVA LA FIESTA! Brookfield. See

June 7. NORTHERN ILLINOIS VINTAGE BASE BALL TOURNAMENT. See how our

national pastime was played as the DuPage Plowboys, Cantigny Red Oaks and Lemont Quarrymen compete in a

round-robin tournament. $5 parking. 1 p.m. Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. (630) 668-5161, cantigny.org.

9 | MONDAY STROLLER TOURS IN THE PARK.

Take a stroller tour of Chicago’s historic parks with public historian and stay-at-home dad Josh Eisenberg. Today’s location is Union Park. $20, $15 members; free kids in strollers. 9:30-11 a.m. Chicago History Museum, 1601 N. Clark St., Chicago. (312) 642-4600, chicagohistory.org.

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anniversary of the People’s Parade along Division Street. 2:30 p.m. Division from Western to Sacramento. cityofchicago.org/specialevents. SECOND SATURDAYS. Explore

a live birds of prey demonstration by the staff of Willowbrook Wildlife Center in Glen Ellyn. See raptors such as hawks and owls up close and learn about their lives. Registration required. $3, free parking. 6 p.m. Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. (630) 668-5161, cantigny. org.

the city’s stories through interactive activities, make-and-take crafts, music, performances and more. Today’s theme is Artifacts. Find out what artifacts say about the city and its people. Touch, look and talk about objects from Chicago’s past. Free with admission; free kids 12 and under. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Chicago History Museum, 1601 N. Clark St. (312) 642-4600, chicagohistory.org.

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ANNUAL ROCK SWAP. Buy or swap for rocks, minerals, fossils, geodes, cabochons, slaps, jewelry and lapidary-arts treasures. Special activities include the magic show of minerals presented by CRMS Geo Juniors. Refreshments served. 1-5 p.m. St. Peter’s United Church of Christ gymnasium, 8013 Laramie Ave., Skokie. (773) 774-2054, chicagorocks. org.

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Learn all about terrapenes and meet and touch several live turtles. 2-3 p.m. Lisle Library District, 777 Front St., Lisle. (630) 971-1675 ext. 3003, lislelibrary.org.

13 | FRIDAY GIRL SCOUT LATE NIGHT. The evening includes full access to the museum, special activities, snack and a movie. $25 kids, $20 adults. 7 p.m.midnight. DuPage Children’s Museum, 301 N. Washington St., Naperville. (630) 637-8000, dupagechildrens museum.org.

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Drumtastic Adventure with John Yost and Marshall Greenhouse. Playdates are interactive explorations for kids 7 and younger that teach and celebrate music and cultural expressions rooted in the traditions of diverse American and global communities. Each playdate ends in a dance or parade and handson experience with instruments. $6. 10 a.m. Old Town School of Folk Music, The Myron R. Szold Music & Dance Hall, 4545 N. Lincoln Ave. (773) 7286000, oldtownschool.org. PUERTO RICAN PARADE.

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BRICKWORLD. Lego expo fun for the whole family, including Lego displays, interactive activities and vendors. $11, $10 advance. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Renaissance Schaumburg Hotel & Convention Center, 1551 N. Thoreau Drive, Schaumburg. brickworld.us/ Chicago.

and enjoy a farm-style breakfast featuring plenty of dairy items. There will be farm tours, demonstrations, hay rides, and hands-on activities throughout the morning. $10, $5 kids 2-10, free kids under 2. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Wagner Farm, 1510 Wagner Road, Glenview. (847) 657-1506, glenview parks.org. FATHER’S DAY CANOE ADVENTURE. Join Bob Kirschner, an

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of exciting challenges and race to the finish to win great prizes. Dress in a theme to be entered to win the costume contest. $20 pair, $5 each additional member. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Oak Lawn Park District, 10444 S. Central Ave., Oak Lawn. (708) 8572215, olparks.com.

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Visitors journey back to the 18th century. Re-enactors representing voyageurs, Natives, colonists and soldiers relive the fur-trade era. Activities include canoe racing, blackpowder musket demonstrations and tomahawk throws. Live period music is ongoing, and crafts and food are available for sale. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Isle a la Cache Museum, 501 E. Romeo Road, Romeoville. (815) 886-1467, reconnectwithnature.org.

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Wheaton. See June 3. Today’s theme is Helmets. Learn how soldiers’ protective helmets have changed through the years and try them on.

18 | WEDNESDAY AREA 51 AMAZING ANIMAL SHOW. Area 51 Exotics brings their

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Clown Therapy mixes physical comedy, acrobatics, comic juggling and audience participation. 2-3 p.m. Lisle Library District, 777 Front St., Lisle. (630) 971-1675 ext. 3003, lislelibrary.org. EARTH SCIENCE EXPLORER.

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15-24 months, with adult, engage in play and math learning. Opposites are emphasized in a class that focuses on the hot colors of summer and the water play that cools us off. $20 pair, $14 member pair. 9:30-10 a.m. DuPage Children’s Museum, 301 N. Washington St., Naperville. (630) 6378000, dupagechildrensmuseum.org.

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CALENDAR 20 | FRIDAY CHILDREN’S GARDEN CAMPOUT.

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21 | SATURDAY CHICAGO CAFAMILY STUDIO: CHICAGO BY THE NUMBERS! Using the new

exhibit Chicago: City of Big Data and LEGO bricks, families learn why Chicago is one smart city. $5, free members. 11 a.m.-12:45 p.m. and 1:15-3 p.m.. Chicago Architecture Foundation, n, 224 S. Michigan Ave. (312) 922-3432, 3432, architecture.org. MAKE E MUSIC CHICAGO.

Live, one-day, ay, free music festival on the first dayy of summer. Throughout the day, people ople of all ages and from all backgrounds unds gather in Chicago’s public spaces, ces, including Daley Plaza, Millennium m Park, John Hancock Center, Lincoln coln Park Zoo and more, to perform music of all genres. Grand finale concert ert is 6-9 p.m. at St. James Cathedral Commons. 7 a.m.-midnight. makemusicchicago.com. emusicchicago.com.

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Celebrate Philippine Independence Day and experience xperience Philippine culture, art, t, music, dance and food. Features a train ride, rock climbing, live entertainment, ainment, booths, interactive workshops,, games, contests, vendors, exhibitors and more. 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Bolingbrookk Performing Arts Center, 375 W. Briarcliff, arcliff, Bolingbrook. piyestapinoy.com. oy.com.

102 E. Wesley St., Wheaton. (630) 510-4941, dupagemuseum.org. JIM GILL’S FAMILY ROOM TOUR BENEFIT CONCERT. Enjoy the

energetic music, rhythms and performance of Jim Gill’s Contagious Tunes Tour. Picnic-style seating (bring blankets or mats). $5, pre-registration required. 10-11 a.m. Washington Jr. High School, 201 N. Washington St., Naperville. (630) 637-8000, dupage childrensmuseum.org.

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experiment with different types of kayaks and canoes in Monee’s inner bay. A certified canoe/kayak instructor will be on the water at all times. Safety will be covered beforehand. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Monee Reservoir, 27341 Ridgeland Ave., Monee. (708) 5348499, reconnectwithnature.org.

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KIDS’ CONCERT: LITTLE MISS ANN. Little Miss Ann enjoys

playing music that brings happiness and sends positive messages. Lawn seating; bring a blanket or chairs. Picnics are welcome. $5 parking. 2 p.m. Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. (630) 668-5161, cantigny.org.

BLUE MAN GROUP. Families (and dolls) can enjoy a 4 p.m. afternoon tea at American Girl Place before attending the 7 p.m. performance of Blue Man Group. $75-$100. American Girl Place, 835 N. Michigan Ave. (877) 247-5223, americangirl.com.

GET IN, GET ART DAYS. A series of free monthly hands-on art days. Today’s theme is “Get Heard” and includes an open mic and music jam, instrument “petting” zoo and more. 2-4 p.m. Beverly Arts Center, 2407 W. 111th St. (773) 445-3838, beverlyartcenter.org. STORIES & SONGS WITH SHANA HARVEY. Chicago-based

teacher and singer/songwriter Shana Harvey leads kids 6 and under in an interactive sing-along with folk songs from all over the world. Snacks, blankets and music-makers welcome. Kids must be accompanied by an adult and pre-registration is required. 11 a.m.-noon. The Lurie Garden in Millennium Park, Columbus Drive and Monroe Street. (312) 228-1004, luriegarden.org.

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the Children’s Parade and dancing around the Maypole, followed by crafts, games and horse-drawn wagon rides. Bonfire lighting and traditional toast begin at sunset. Bring a family dish to pass at the picnic. $5, free kids 12 and under. 3:30-10 p.m. Vasa Park, Route 31, South Elgin. vasaparkil.com. SUMMER SOLSTICE CELEBRATION–PLANTING BY THE SIGNS. Heidi Norton invites

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visitors and community members to assist in building a small urban garden on the museum grounds. Using Firefox Books as a guide, she discusses and demonstrates planting by phases of the moon and the signs of the zodiac. Free with admission. 2-4 p.m. Elmhurst Art Museum, 150 S. Cottage Hill Ave., Elmhurst. (630) 834-0202, elmhurstartmuseum.org.

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Kids can take a crack at sleuthing on June 14, when “The Wizard School Scavenger Hunt” takes place at the Art Institute for ages 10 and up. It’s designed for kids and adults to do together, and all children must be accompanied by an adult. Museum admission is included in the price of the hunt. Most of the public hunts, however, are geared toward adults and held at the Art Institute, Field Museum, Museum of Science and Industry, Lincoln Park, and the Loop. A Watson Adventure is perfect for a date night or girls’/guys’ night out. It’s fast-paced, fun and packed with interesting trivia of all kinds. There is also

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Wheaton. See June 3. Today’s theme is What’s New in WWII? Learn about scary, scandalous and sweet new inventions of the 1940s, then help the scientists create something “silly” to bring home. PNC GROW UP GREAT MOBILE LEARNING ADVENTURE. This

traveling exhibit provides an opportunity for parents and caregivers to learn about the importance of early childhood education while they engage in fun activities with their children and meet professionals. Free with admission. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. DuPage Children’s Museum, 301 N. Washington St., Naperville. (630) 637-8000, dupage childrensmuseum.org. RAPTORS IN THE GARDEN.

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Includes music from Joel Frankel and stories with Jane Stetson. Feel free to bring a blanket and wear jammies. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. James Park, Mulford Street, downtown Evanston. evmark.org. MIX IT UP! Kids 2-4, with adult,

discover and observe changes that take place when you mix two substances. $23 pair, $17 member pair. 10:45-11:30 a.m. DuPage Children’s Museum, 301 N. Washington St., Naperville. (630) 637-8000, dupage childrensmuseum.org. PUPPET PLACE THEATER.

The Puppet Place is one of the Chicago area’s oldest and longest running puppet theater companies. 2-3 p.m. Lisle Library District, 777 Front St., Lisle. (630) 971-1675 ext. 3003, lislelibrary.org.

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CALENDAR MCANINCH ARTS CENTER– COLLEGE OF DUPAGE PRESENTS THE TROLL BOOTH! The Troll

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ONGOING EVENTS FAIRS & FESTS

a.m.-5 p.m. June 8. 57th Street, Hyde Park neighborhood, Chicago. 57thstreetartfair.org.

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Features food, crafts, music and a huge sidewalk sale. Family Fun Fest activities include live music, drumming, dunk tank, pony rides and vendors. $5 donation. 5-10 p.m. May 30; noon-10 p.m. May 31-June 1. Division Street from Ashland to Leavitt, Chicago. (312) 850-9390, do-divisionstreetfest.com.

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devoted to the love of storytelling and the written word. Lit Fest brings together lovers of literature, national best-selling authors, performers and booksellers. Children’s programming includes storytelling, performances, sing-alongs and special activities. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. June 7; 10 a.m.-6 p.m. June 8. Historic Printers Row, Dearborn Street between Polk Street and Congress Parkway and the Harold Washington Library, Chicago. (312) 222-3986, printersrowlitfest.org.

MILLENNIUM ART FESTIVAL. Features original artwork

from more than 100 artists, treats on-site and from neighboring restaurants, as well as live music and art demonstrations. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. May 30; 10 a.m.-6 p.m. May 31; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. June 1. Lake Street at Michigan Avenue, Chicago. millenniumart festival.com. DEERFIELD FESTIVAL OF FINE ARTS. I ncludes fine arts and

crafts, free kids’ art activities, live music and food. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. May 31-June 1. Park Avenue and Deerfield Road, Deerfield. (847) 726-8669, dwevents.org. ANNUAL PARISH CARNIVAL.

Nightly entertainment, rides with wristband on Thursday, Saturday and Sunday, bingo, food, haunted laser tag and a raffle. $5 cover for entertainment includes free drink. 6-10 p.m. June 4-5; 6-11 p.m. June 6; 3-11 p.m. June 7; 2-10 p.m. June 8. Saint Bartholomew School, 4941 W. Patterson Road, Chicago. (773) 282-9373, stbartschool.net. TASTE OF WHEATON.

Includes Cosley Run for the Animals 5K/10K, arts and crafts, food vendors, carnival rides, children’s games, live entertainment, beer garden and market place business expo. Fees for some activities. Visit website for schedule. June 5-8. Memorial Park, Wheaton. wheatonparkdistrict.com/ taste. PROGRESSIVE INSURANCE CHICAGO IN-WATER BOAT SHOW.

Features dealers and manufacturers showcasing power and sailboats for sale, water activities including kayak

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and stand up paddleboard lessons and demos, antique and classic boats, powerboat and sailing lessons and more. $10, free kids 15 and under. 11 a.m.-7 p.m. June 5-6; 10 a.m.-7 p.m. June 7; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. June 8. 31st Street Harbor, Chicago. chicagoinwater boatshow.com. EYE ON INDIA. Festival honors the

wealth of India’s cultural heritage by showcasing the best of traditional and contemporary Indian art, literature, theater, film, music and dance. Programs will take place throughout the city and suburbs in venues including the Field Museum, The Dance Center of Columbia College Chicago, Chicago Temple, Chicago Cultural Center, Reva and David Logan Center at the University of Chicago, Old Town School of Folk Music, Evanston S.P.A.C.E. and the Chicago Park District. Check website for cost and schedule. June 5-28. eyeonindia.com/ chicago. ANDERSONVILLE MIDSOMMARFEST. Features

food, entertainment on five stages and family activities including a pet parade. The Swedish American Museum sponsors Swedish entertainment, music and dancing around the Midsommar Maypole. $5 Friday; $10 Saturday-Sunday; free kids under 12. 5-10 p.m. June 6 (between Balmoral

and Catalpa avenues only); 11 a.m.-10 p.m. June 7-8. 5200 N. Clark, between Foster and Catalpa, Chicago. (773) 728-2995, andersonville.org.

food, libations and arts and crafts. $5. Noon-10 p.m. June 7-8. North Sheffield between Belmont and School Street, Chicago. (773) 8683010, chicagoevents.com.

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and other food and listen to bands while the kids hang out at “Kids Square” featuring entertainment, inflatables and games (noon-8 p.m. Saturday, noon-7 p.m. Sunday). Plus, celebrity-judged “Best Ribs” award and amateur and professional rib-eating competitions. $5. 5-10 p.m. June 6; noon-10 p.m. June 7-8. Lincoln Avenue at Irving Park Road, Chicago. (773) 525-3609, ribfestchicago.com.

Features the United States Air Force Thunderbirds. $20 per car in advance; $30 at gate. Visit website for schedule. June 7-8. Chicago Rockford International Airport, 60 Airport Drive, Rockford. (815) 969-4000, rockfordairfest.com.

MILK DAYS. Includes a dairy cattle show, demos on cattle care, feeding and milking, a milk-drinking contest, and live music. Also features a parade Saturday afternoon down Ayer Street, which is painted bright white. Plus, antique tractor display, two-mile and 10K milk runs, two-mile milk walk, junior dairy cattle show, talent show, bed races and a fireworks show Sunday evening. June 6-8. 300 Lawrence Road, Harvard. milkdays.com. 57TH STREET ART FAIR.

Chicago’s oldest juried art fair features art in many media, with hands-on activities and playgrounds for kids. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. June 7; 10

PROMENADE OF ART ARLINGTON HEIGHTS. Features

120 juried artists, live music, food and kids’ activities. Art enthusiasts of all ages can get into the “art-filled action” by making their mark on a community mural at the festival. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. June 7-8. 121 W. Campbell, downtown Arlington Heights. (847) 926-4300, promenade ofartarlingtonheights.com. HINSDALE FINE ARTS FESTIVAL. More than 150 juried

artists, food and beverages, children’s activities and more. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. June 7-8. Burlington Park, 30 E. Chicago Ave., Hinsdale. (630) 3233952, hinsdalechamber.com. MOST HOLY REDEEMER PARISH

CARNIVAL. Includes rides, games, food and drink, and live music. $25

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Features food, music, arts and crafts, carnival rides and more. On Saturday the fest is the end location of Chicago’s annual Puerto Rican Day Parade on Division Street. Carnival rides cost extra. 3-10 p.m. June 12-13; noon-10 p.m. June 14-15. Division and California, Humboldt Park, Chicago. (773) 868-3010, chicagoevents.com.

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Festival kicks off with a Fitness Boot Camp for mom, followed by a Mr. Bubble’s Bubble Show for the kids. At noon, indie-family musician Justin Roberts and the Not Ready for Naptime Players hit the stage, head-bopping and performing all the songs from their Grammy-nominated CD, Recess. Both days have a full musical line-up from Chicago-area indie-musicians as well as activities for the kids, including art activities, art demonstrations and gardening workshops. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. June 13-14. Martin Avenue and Ridge Road, Homewood. (708) 798-3000, homesweethomewood.com. CHICAGO BLUES FESTIVAL.

The world’s largest free blues festival showcases performers on five stages playing to more than 500,000 blues fans. Renowned artists such as Betty Lavette, Aaron Neville, Nikki Hill, the Carolina Chocolate Drops and Dr. John are among the list of headliners. Check website for schedule. June 13-15. Grant Park, Chicago. (312) 744-3315, chicagobluesfestival.us. LOCKPORT OLD CANAL DAYS. Features parade, carnival,

music, craft fair, family activities, horse-drawn wagon tours, tour of the 1907 Hydraulic Power Plant, food and entertainment. Visit website for schedule. June 13-15. Lockport. (815) 838-3357, oldcanaldays.com.

OLD TOWN ART FAIR. Juried art fair features works of 250 artists in various mediums, plus a music stage, kids’ art, activities at the Children’s Corner, garden walk, food court, and vendors. $7 donation, free kids 12 and under. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. June 14-15. Lincoln Avenue and Wisconsin Street (Main Gate), Chicago. (312) 337-1938, oldtownartfair.org. WELLS STREET ART FESTIVAL.

Features a wide variety of fine art, musicians, a children’s art area and food vendors. $7 donation. 10 a.m.-10 p.m. June 14-15. Wells Street, between North Avenue and Division Street, Chicago. (773) 868-3010, chicagoevents.com. ART IN BLOOM. Features a juried art show, more than 75 exhibiting artists, kids’ activities and crafts, demonstrations, live music, food and more. $5 parking. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. June 14; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. June 15. Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. (630) 668-5161, cantigny.org. SWEDISH DAYS FESTIVAL.

Geneva celebrates its Swedish heritage with a festival featuring American and Swedish food including a craft beer tent, a carnival, kids’ day, “Geneva’s Got Talent” and Sweden Väst, musical entertainment and the Grand Parade. Fees for some

activities and carnival. Visit website for schedule. June 17-22. South Third Street and West State Street (Rt. 38), Geneva. (630) 232-6060, geneva chamber.com/swedish_days.php. OLD SETTLERS DAYS. Features

parade, music, carnival rides, Trading Post, food and fireworks. Visit website for cost and schedule. June 19-22. Settlers Park, East Hawick Street, Rockton. (815) 624-7625, oldsettlers days.com. HIGHLAND GAMES & SCOTTISH FESTIVAL. Events include a highland

dance competition, athletics competition, cultural exhibits, car show, kids’ crafts and activities. $12, free kids Friday; $20, $5 kids 3-12. Parking $5. Discounted tickets available on website. 4-10 p.m. June 20; 8 a.m.-9 p.m. June 21. Hamilton Lakes, Highway 290 and Thorndale, Itasca. chicagoscots.org. VILLA PARK SUMMERFEST.

Friday night includes a car show, bands, food and drink. Saturday features kids’ attractions, craft show, bands and kids’ entertainment stage. Wristbands available for all day access to attractions, such as kiddie games, a bounce house, a four-person Euro-Bungy and more. $10 wristbands. 6-11 p.m. June 20; 11 a.m.-10:30 p.m. June 21. Ardmore

Avenue at the Prairie Path, Villa Park. villaparksummerfest.com. LONG GROVE STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL. Food, shopping,

entertainment and strawberry-related activities. Plus activities, kiddie rides and tents of family and educationoriented products. $5. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. June 20; 10 a.m.-8 p.m. June 21; 10 a.m.-6 p.m. June 22. Long Grove Historic Village, 307 Old McHenry Road, Long Grove. (847) 634-0888, visitlonggrove.com. WICKER PARK GREEN MUSIC FEST. Fest blends cutting edge,

environmentally-conscious bands with environmentally-friendly production, eco-minded vendors and services, sustainability demonstrations, green arts and crafts, and the popular Green Family Fun Fest. $5 donation. Noon-10 p.m. June 21-22. Damen Avenue, between North and Schiller, Chicago. (312) 850-9390, greenmusicfestchicago.com. GOLD COAST ART FAIR AT GRANT PARK. Showcases the work

of more than 300 juried artists from around the world, plus live music, food and fun activities for kids, including an art scavenger hunt and interactive mural. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. June 21-22. Grant Park’s Butler Field, corner of Monroe and Lake Shore

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CUSTER’S LAST STAND FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS. Eclectic

art festival with diverse works from 300-plus artists. Plus, unique folk and Native American music on two stages, an “EcoVillage” green vendor area, a children’s park with kids’ activities, and food from more than 30 restaurants. $1 donation. 10 a.m.-9 p.m. June 21-22. 600 Main St., Evanston. (847) 328-2204, custerfair.com. JELLY BELLY SUMMER CARNIVAL. Enjoy classic carnival

games and rides at the Jelly Belly Visitor Center. Plus, join Buttered Popcorn tastings to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the flavor. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. June 26-28; 11 a.m.-7 p.m. June 29. Jelly Belly Candy Company, 10100 Jelly Belly Lane, Pleasant Prairie, Wis. (866) 868-7522, jellybelly.com. SJC FEST. Features carnival

rides, midway games, food from area restaurants, a bake sale, live music and entertainment and more. Food and rides cost extra. 5-10:30 p.m. June 26; 5 p.m.-midnight June 27; 1 p.m.-midnight June 28; noon-10 p.m. June 29. St. John of the Cross, 51st Street and Wolf Road, Western Springs. (708) 246-4404, sjcfest.com. DES PLAINES SUMMER FLING. Features music, food, kids’

activities, and arts and craft vendors. 6-11 p.m. June 27; 2-11 p.m. June 28. Lee Street and River Road, Des Plaines. (773) 868-3010, desplaines summerfling.com. HIGHWOOD DAYS WITH TASTE OF SUMMER. Three days

of carnival-style family fun, featuring great tastes of the North Shore, live music, a beer garden, and new and exciting carnival rides for all ages. 5-11:30 p.m. June 27; 1-11:30 p.m. June 28; 1-9 p.m. June 29. Everts Park, 130 Highwood Ave., Highwood. (847) 433-2100, celebratehighwood. com/taste.html. TASTE OF JOLIET. Features live music, carnival, food vendors and kid zone. This year’s headliners are

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local, national and international gospel music performers. Takes place in the Chicago Cultural Center and Ellis Park. Check website for schedule. June 27-29. Ellis Park, 37th and Cottage Grove, Chicago. (312) 7443316, chicagogospelmusicfestival.us.

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artists, food, musical entertainment and a children’s art tent. $5 donation. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. June 28-29. Sherman and Church streets, Evanston. (773) 868-3010, chicagoevents.com. THE ART CENTER’S FESTIVAL OF FINE CRAFT. This

revamped festival showcases original works from 130 juried artists and offers activities for children and families, as well as live entertainment and festival treats. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. June 28-29. Corner of Park and Sheridan, downtown Highland Park. (847) 9264300, festivaloffinecraft.com.

EXHIBITS WWII LANDING CRAFT DISPLAY. The First Division

Museum’s largest historic artifact, a restored landing craft from World War II, is on outdoor exhibit in honor of the 70th anniversary of D-Day. The landing craft was likely used during the 1944 D-Day landings in France. $5 parking. Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. (630) 6685161, cantigny.org.

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Model Railroad Garden delights visitors of all ages with the sights and sounds of garden-scale trains traversing bridges and trestles, past miniature scenes of America’s best-loved landmarks and beautiful gardens planted to scale. $6, $5 seniors, $4 kids 3-12, free kids under 3; $1 discount for members. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. daily; 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Wednesdays starting June 11. Chicago Botanic Garden, 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe. (847) 835-5440, chicagobotanic.org. BUTTERFLIES & BLOOMS.

Nurturing the potential within each child Parent-Child Program: For parents with children up to 18 months. Children’s House: For children 3 to 6 years old.

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Outdoor butterfly garden where visitors can immerse themselves with hundreds of live tropical butterfly species from around the world. A field guide is available to help identify dozens of species. Visitors can observe butterflies hatching through a window into the pupa emergence room. $6, $5 seniors, $4 kids 3-12. Discounts for members and combination tickets available. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., weather permitting. Chicago Botanic Garden, 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe. (847) 835-5440, chicagobotanic.org. CIRCUS ZIRKUS. Children can im-

merse themselves in backstage preparation, perform routines in center ring or manage the behind-the-scenes action of lights and sound. Plus, try making a circus balance toy or dress up like a clown. Free with admission. Chicago Children’s Museum, 700 E. Grand Ave. at Navy Pier, Chicago. (312) 527-1000, chicagochildrensmuseum.org. SOX VS. CUBS: THE CHICAGO CIVIL WARS. Exhibit highlights

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the longtime rivalry between the fans of these two storied teams. This cultural history exposé covers all the bases of the crosstown rivalry to examine concepts of loyalty and fandom through videos of each team’s colorful supporters; interviews with former players, sports journalists and broadcasters; and fan souvenirs and ephemera. Free with admission. Elmhurst Historical Museum, 120 E. Park Ave., Elmhurst. (630) 833-1457, elmhursthistory.org.

HUMAN WRECKING BALL. Kids jump off a platform onto a 30-foot rope suspended from the ceiling of the museum, smacking into a stack of stuff and sending it flying. Free with admission. Chicago Children’s Museum, 700 E. Grand Ave. at Navy Pier, Chicago. (312) 527-1000, chicagochildrensmuseum.org. THE MACHINE INSIDE: BIOMECHANICS. Exhibit explores

animals and plants as machines built for survival. Using real specimens, life-like models, amazing video footage, and interactive displays, the exhibition investigates how cheetahs run so fast; how a toucan stays cool; how a Venus fly trap detects its next meal; and how other organisms function as machines in order to survive, move and discover. Presented in English and Spanish. Included in Discovery and All-Access passes. Field Museum, 1400 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago. (312) 922-9410, fieldmuseum.org. STINGRAY TOUCH. Shedd staff members guide guests through the 15-minute touch experience, while providing interesting facts about stingrays, including information about how choosing sustainable seafood protects stingrays in global waters. The outdoor exhibit allows visitors to see the cownose stingrays through various angles. John G. Shedd Aquarium, 1200 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago. (312) 939-2438, sheddaquarium.org. EGGS TO CHICKS. Through June

16. The exhibit features the rare Black Java and White Java strains of chicken, which were an endangered species less than a decade ago. Includes a special child-height egg incubator, hatchery unit and a pen for newborn chicks. Free with admission. Open during regular museum hours. Kohl Children’s Museum, 2100 Patriot Blvd., Glenview. (847) 832-6600, kohlchildrensmuseum.org. TREE HOUSE TALES. Enter a tree house village filled with adventure and imagination. Play, make believe, and become part of the trees’ ever-changing tale. The exhibition is

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Noon-2 p.m. Tuesdays. Elmhurst Historical Museum, 120 E. Park Ave., Elmhurst. (630) 833-1457, elmhursthistory.org. TUESDAY FAMILY PICNICS.

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Journey to the wildest places on the globe, the polar regions, oceans, rain forests, mountains and caves and savannas. Explore an arctic cabin, descend into the deep in a 3-D submersible, identify insects from the Amazon, ascend into the thin air of the Himalayas and soar in a hot air balloon over the Savanna. $9, $7 kids, plus admission. Museum of Science and Industry, 5700 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago. (773) 684-1414, msichicago.org. TREASURES OF THE WALT DISNEY ARCHIVES. Features

artifacts that have not been widely seen by the public, including drawings, props, costumes, artwork from classic Disney animation, theme park attractions, TV shows and live action films, plus items from contemporary Disney milestones. $9, $7 kids 3-11, plus admission. Museum of Science and Industry, 5700 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago. (773) 684-1414, msichicago.org.

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Kids 3-12, with adult, drop in for crafty fun. June 10: Free-Falling Handkerchief Parachutes; June 17: Bouncing Bobbleheads; June 24: Clothespin People. $4, $2 member.

Families are encouraged to bring a 800.654.7309 blanket and a picnic lunch to enjoy VisitKenosha.com on the museum grounds before or during the Summer Fun & Games program. The museum will provide lemonade and a sweet treat. 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Tuesdays. Elmhurst Historical Museum, 120 E. Park Ave., Elmhurst. (630) 833-1457, elmhurst history.org.

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ONGOING EVENTS WILD WEDNESDAYS.

Hear stories, enjoy a special hike, and learn about the featured animal. Borrow a fishing pole or rent a paddle boat. Popcorn and lemonade for sale. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Wednesdays starting June 18. Lake View Nature Center, 17W063 Hodges Road, Oakbrook Terrace. (630) 941-8747, obtpd.org/lvnc. HISTORY ALIVE! Kids 6-12 learn about a different war each week. Dress in the uniform of a soldier, and interact with artifacts, games and crafts from the time period. June 5: WWII; June 12: American Revolution; June 19: Civil War; June 26: WWI. $5 parking. 1-3 p.m. Thursdays. Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. (630) 668-5161, cantigny.org.

visit animals that inspire this unique, animal-themed yoga class. $20. 10-11 a.m. Thursdays. Lincoln Park Zoo, 2200 N. Cannon Drive, Chicago. (312) 742-2000, lpzoo.org.

Children’s Garden. Free with admission. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. daily. Morton Arboretum, 4100 Illinois Route 53, Lisle. (630) 968-0074, mortonarb. org.

to week. $20 parking. Noon-4 p.m. weekdays; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. weekends. Chicago Botanic Garden, 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe. (847) 8355440, chicagobotanic.org.

CRAFTS FOR KIDS. Kids 3 and up enjoy free crafts for kids at all Lakeshore locations. June 14: Father’s Day Pencil Holder; June 21: My Summer Break Journal; June 28: Summertime Memories Picture Frame. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Lakeshore Learning Store, various locations. (847) 7055052, lakeshorelearning.com.

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ORGANIC GARDEN. Kids can plant, weed, water and more in the garden, maintained by The Organic Gardener, a Glencoe-based organization, who will offer special activities every Tuesday and Saturday (2-3 p.m.). Activities include crafting seed packets, edible necklaces, and window greenhouses. Westfield Old Orchard, 4999 Old Orchard Center, Skokie. (847) 674-7070, westfield. com/oldorchard.

MUD PAINTING. Enjoy painting with mud and looking at some of the animals that live in the dirt. Free with admission. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. daily. Morton Arboretum, 4100 Illinois Route 53, Lisle. (630) 968-0074, mortonarb.org.

PARENT AND TODDLER YOGA.

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to nature and discover where food comes from with activities. Learn about plant parts, the life of a bee, different types of seeds, how to plant a rainbow garden, worm composting and more. $20 parking. Noon-4 p.m. weekdays; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. weekends. Chicago Botanic Garden, 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe. (847) 8355440, chicagobotanic.org. KLEINMAN FAMILY COVE FAMILY DROP-IN ACTIVITIES.

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ONGOING EVENTS FAMILY FUN FESTIVAL. A summer-long fun festival featuring interactive activities, arts and crafts and games for kids. Highlights include daily appearances by Wiggleworms instructors at 10 a.m., daily reading circle at 11 a.m. and Movement Music Mondays at 1 p.m. June 23-Aug. 24. Chase Promenade North, Millennium Park, Chicago. (312) 742-1168, millenniumpark.org. CHICAGO SUMMERDANCE. One-hour

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have the opportunity to attend performances that blur the boundaries between theater, music and dance. Programming includes live music, theater, dance, a community dance party and performances for children. Free-$15. Check website for schedule. May 28-June 14. Pivot Arts, 1443 W. Norwood St., Chicago. (773) 609-0782, pivotarts.org.

Green Snake, travels down to the world of humans. Call for cost. Goodman Theatre, 170 N. Dearborn St., Chicago. (312) 443-3800, good mantheatre.org. GRANT PARK MUSIC FESTIVAL. The festival features

more than 20 concerts. June 11Aug. 16. Visit website for schedule. Millennium Park, Chicago. grant parkmusicfestival.com.

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7. Meal packages and breakfast buffet with character packages offered in addition to the performance. $15. Breakfast buffet available for an additional cost. Drury Lane Oakbrook Terrace, 100 Drury Lane, Oakbrook Terrace. (630) 530-0111, drurylane oakbrook.com. THE WHITE SNAKE. Through June 8. The White Snake chronicles the tale of a gentle serpent spirit who lives for centuries coiled on a mountaintop. One day, she transforms herself into a beautiful young woman and, with her feisty companion,

MATINEE PERFORMANCE.

Enjoy a performance of the Tempel Lipizzans set to classical music. After the performance, take a self-guided tour through the stallion stable and visit foals in the pasture. June 25 and 29. $25, $15 kids 4-14. 1-3 p.m. Tempel Farms, 17000 Wadsworth Road, Wadsworth. (847) 623-7272, tempelfarms.com.

HOGWASH: AN IMPROVISED TALL TALE. Interactive show where

the kids help guide the story from scene to scene and song to song with talented improv actors. Kids create

backdrop of the story and pick out the costumes. Recommended for families with kids 3-10. For tickets, email shelby@bughousetheater. com. Donations welcome. 10:30 a.m. Bughouse Theater, 2054 W. Irving Park, Chicago. bughousetheater.com. CHICKEN LITTLE. Performances are

recommended for families with kids 2-12. $12. Chicago Kids Company, Beverly Arts Center, 111th and Western, Chicago. (773) 205-9600, chicagokidscompany.com. LITTLE RED RIDING HOOD.

Performances are recommended for kids ages 2-12. Check website for days and time. Chicago Kids Company, Stahl Family Theater, 5900 W. Belmont Ave., Chicago. (773) 205-9600, chicagokids company.com. THE TEDDY BEARS’ PICNIC. The performance includes gentle sound and lighting effects that create a full sensory experience, building a simple story with the audience through

repetition and participation, a shoefree experience for parents and kids. The show lasts about 45 minutes and is designed for families with kids 4 and younger. $14 for ages 1 and up, and $7 for children under 1. Emerald City’s Little Theatre, 2933 N. Southport Ave., Chicago. (773) 529-2690 ext. 810, emeraldcitytheatre.com. CIRQUE SHANGHAI. Cirque

Shanghai returns to Chicago’s Navy Pier with a brand new show, “Cirque Shanghai: Warriors.” Performances take place at the Pepsi Skyline Stage, a 1,500-seat, canopied, open-air theater on Navy Pier. Call for cost. Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Ave., Chicago. (312) 595-PIER (7437), navypier.com. GO, IMPROV, GO! New every time you see it, this show is based off of audience suggestions. It caters to an audience of all ages. 11 a.m. matinees are held in June and July. Check website for specific dates. $12. UP Comedy Club, 230 W. North Ave., Third Floor, Chicago. (312) 6624562, upcomedyclub.com.

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Not your average summer vacation

f you’re anything like us, your summer vacation plans probably include a couple of day trips, time by the lake and maybe an actual trip away from the Midwest. But now, thanks to Adler Planetarium, it could also include a visit to the outer edges of our solar system. Destination Solar System, Adler’s newest live show, makes space tourism a reality. Of course, 82 years from now (the show is set in 2096), that might actually be the case. The experience begins outside the Grainger Sky Theater, where visitors relax in a “spaceport” before meeting Jesse, an enthusiastic tour guide (played by local improv actors). Thanks to “space jump technology,” the entire journey, from Earth to the moon, Saturn, and

the Asteroid Belt, can happen in just 30 minutes. “Our own solar system and our own backyard is a truly amazing place,” says vice president of visitor experience Sarah Cole. “We hope people are a little awestruck by what is out there in our own neighborhood.” Cole thinks visitors will love the journey through Mars that includes a visit to the Valles Marineris canyon, which “makes Grand Canyon look like a little scratch in the dirt.” And kids will enjoy the chance to go “plumehunting” on Saturn’s moon Enceladus. And while Cole says the show is more about experiencing these distant realities than being filled up with facts, there are two exhibits great to check

Destination Solar System out after the show. The Solar System Gallery lets visitors learn more about each individual planet. Plus, “you can actually put your finger on Mars,” Cole says, thanks to touchable pieces of the moon, Mars and an asteroid. For those interested in space travel, stop by the Shoot for the Moon Gallery, where there’s information about the history of space exploration, including the Gemini 12 capsule. It

Adler Planetarium, 1300 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago Included in Adler’s new All Access Pass: $29.95, $24.95 kids 3-11 (312) 922-STAR; adlerplanetarium.org helps visitors see how far we’ve come—and the potential for the future. Or, as Cole says, “We want to inspire that joy in looking up.” Elizabeth Diffin

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ummer is basically made for lazy days in or around the water. And while you might have perfected swimming, canoeing or cannonballing, have you considered fishing? We have it on good authority that it’s not just for retirees anymore. And this month, four events let kids try it out. Trout for dinner, anyone? Family Fishing Frenzy. Kids with special needs can try their hand at fishing thanks to this event co-sponsored by NEDSRA. The afternoon includes games, crafts and music—in addition to fishing, of course—for the whole family. Bring your own fishing pole and other equipment. And if you pre-register, you can make a day of it: lunch is served at noon. Free. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. June 7. Oakbrook Terrace Park District, 1 South 325 Ardmore Ave., Oakbrook Terrace. (630) 627-6100, obtpd. org. Just for Kids Fishing Derby. It’s right there in the name: This friendly competition is only for kids 15 and younger. Prizes are awarded for the top catches in four different age categories. Bait is provided (while supplies last), but bring your own gear for fishing fun. Free. 8 a.m.-noon. June 8. Blackwell Forest Preserve, Butterfield Road (Route 56), one mile east of Route 59, Warrenville. (630) 9337200, dupageforest.

org. Take Me Fishing Promotion. A fishing license can cost more than $30, so newbies should take advantage of this chance to sample the action without having to invest. Stick to the shore, or rent a boat (regular rates apply) and go a little deeper. There are added incentives, too: on Friday, receive a voucher for a free one-hour boat rental; on Saturday, get a box of night crawlers; and on Sunday, receive a free fishing pole rental. Free. 6 a.m.-7 p.m. June 13-15. Monee Reservoir, 27341 Ridgeland Ave., Monee. (708) 534-8499, reconnectwithnature. org. Family Fishing. The whole crew (ages 4 and up) can get in on the action at this catch-andrelease fishing event at Lake fishing pole, but Marmo. BYO fishin bait is provided provided. A state license is required fishing licens participants 16 or for participa $10 members. older. $17, $ 7:30-10 a.m a.m. June 29. Arboretum, 4100 Morton Arb Route 53, Lisle. Illinois Rout 968-0074, mor(630) 968-00 tonarb.org. Elizabeth Diffin Eli

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SPECIAL NEEDS BOUNCETIME. A great opportunity for parents and children to bond over singing and reading together. BounceTime promotes movement and independence outside of therapy. Siblings are welcome. 10:30 a.m. June 2. Celebrate Differences, 5375 Route 34, Suite 4, Oswego. (630) 885-3006, celebratedifferences.org. CREATIVE CUTS BY MARIA. The

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If there were a vaccine against cancer, wouldn’t you get it for your kids? HPV vaccine is cancer prevention. Talk to the doctor about vaccinating your 11–12 year old sons and daughters against HPV. #YouCanStopHPV

CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH

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