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Discover and interact with a cutting-edge collection of robots at the world premiere of Robot Revolution, a groundbreaking new exhibit powering up at the Museum of Science and Industry. Work with them, play with them and learn from them in this one-of-a-kind experience. For tickets, go to msichicago.org. additional support:

5700 S. Lake Shore Drive | Convenient Indoor Parking | (773) 684-1414 The Museum of Science and Industry gratefully acknowledges the support of the Chicago Park District on behalf of the citizens of Chicago.

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Big Screen, Small World At GEMS World Academy – Chicago, innovative technology in every classroom connects cultures.

years of experience and leadership worldwide

Attend An Open House To learn more about GEMS World Academy - Chicago, tour the school and meet faculty and staff, join us for an Open House with our Director of Admissions, Ryan Hannon. To learn more and reserve your spot, visit gemschicago.org/parent 312.809.8910 admissions@gemschicago.org

When most students first learn about other cultures, they open a book. At GEMS World Academy – Chicago, a premier JK - 12 school, they do it face-to-face via international teleconferences. With 70-inch interactive touch screens in every classroom, students collaborate globally beginning as early as first grade. Building authentic relationships with others around the world enables our students to understand the universal experiences that make us responsible global citizens. That’s learning on a higher level.

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AND CRAFT / VENDOR SHOW Saturday, June 27, 2015 Ë 10:00 am – 6:00 pm Sunday, June 28, 2015 Ë Noon – 6:00 pm Located at the intersection of Arlington Heights Road and Devon Avenue in Elk Grove Village The “Little Boots Rodeo” is an event where families help their children participate in 14 events in a non-competitive atmosphere. After completing all events, the children will be certified as an official Cowboy or Cowgirl on stage, their name announced over the speaker and receive a certificate!

Rodeo Participant Events Find a Pearl

Qwacky Track ~ Marble Madness ~ Cow Milking ~ Pick-a-Star ~ Sandy Candy Pick-a-Pearl ~ Corn Stripping ~ Chicken Toss ~ Bow and Arrow ~ Jaws Panning for Gold ~ Ant Eater ~ Pig Puzzle ~ Dinosaur Breath Find a Shark’s Tooth

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Raffle ~ Bronco Riding ~ Face Painting ~ Large Petting Zoo ~ Lasso ~ Jail Pig Races ~ Meet Rexie the “Live” T-Rex ~ Buffalo & Brady’s Magical Musical Show Wagon Rides ($2 / person) ~ Mechanical Bull ($2 / person) ~ Pony Rides ($2 / person) Little Boots Railroad ($2 / person) ~ Camel Rides ($3 / person) ~ Bungee Fun ($3 / person) Best Dressed Cowgirl and Cowboy Contest (Trophy awarded every hour)

Meet Rexie the “Live” T-Rex

Mechanical Bull

Pig Races

Pony Rides

Corn Stripping

Camel Rides

Bungee Fun

See Bubba the Alligator

Visit Oscar the Lemur

Panning for Gold

FREE OSCAR MEYER HOT DOG AND DRINK FOR PUNCH CARD PARTICIPANTS Huge Model Train Display on site from LGB Model Railroad Club of Chicago Proceeds will benefit The District 59 Education Foundation, The Elk Grove Farmers Market, The Lion’s, Lioness, Leo Clubs of Elk Grove Village and the Kenneth Young Center Rodeo organized and sponsored by the Little Boots Foundation in Elk Grove Village, IL We requested each child bring a non-perishable food item to be donated to one of Elk Grove’s various food banks Certification events entrance fee is $12.00 per punch card (only 1 child per punch card) Main: 630-766-8980 / Cell: 630-878-7627 / www.littlebootsrodeo.org / www.facebook.com/littlebootsrodeoegv

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EDITOR’S NOTE SPONSORED

Trees follow the sun’s signals Isn’t it fun to play outside after dinner in June? Daylight lasts much longer now than it did in winter, when it got dark in the afternoon. Since then, each day has been a few minutes longer than the one before. Longer days mean trees and other plants can get more done too. They can collect more of the sunlight they need to grow twigs and leaves. Look at the ends of the branches to see smaller, newer leaves. But there’s about to be a change. One day in the third week of June will be the longest of the year. After that, the days will start growing shorter again, bit by bit. It will still be hot in July and August, and you will be lucky if you have the green shade of a big tree to play in. But the tree will have gotten a message from the sun: Time to start thinking about winter. The shorter days tell trees and other plants to slow down their growth and begin storing water and food. You won’t notice it because the change will come slowly. But by the time school starts, there will be much less time to play outdoors before bedtime, and the first leaves will turn golden and fall from the trees. The signals of the sun guide trees and other plants and animals through the changes of every year.

Grab a bucket Here it is June and I’vee failed to plan anything g fun for the girls to do this summer. Knowing this, they alternate between happiness (that they get et to hang out on the couch inside and TAMARA L. watch YouTube videos while I’m at O’SHAUGHNESSY work) and disgust (that yet again, I’ve absolutely ruined their summer). I could beat myself up about it. I could scramble to find camp openings and classes that would entertain them. But I’m not going to. They are old enough to get off the couch and find something interesting to do all on their own. Just like my girls, we could all likely use some motivation and fresh ideas to fill up a summer bucket list. If things weren’t so busy around here, my summer bucket list would look something like this: A trip home to Maine to sit on my favorite rock on my favorite rocky shore and to gobble up all of the fried haddock I encounter. Hot days spent soaking in the rays while alternating between napping and reading. Nightly walks with my Indiana National Lakeshore girls that are slow enough to talk about anything on their minds, but fast enough that I shed the weight I put on over the past year. Weekly picnics in the park without the girls or the husband fussing about the bugs. Rearrange the house (again), give it some new paint and fun throw pillows everywhere to give us all a new outlook on life. What’s on your summer bucket list? For great ideas, check out our calendar, plus ChicagoParent. com always has the very best of everything that Chicago offers families. Happy summer and Happy Father’s Day to all the great dads out there.

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Tamara L. O’Shaughnessy SENIOR EDITOR

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Claire Innes EDITORIAL DESIGNERS

I think a good dad is a man who takes interest in his children, creatively engages them and works hard not to lose his patience. Cortney Fries

An active listener, an expert negotiator and a heart full of love and grace. And occasionally being a kid at heart. Samantha Schultz

Patience and a sense of humor, but also to be a really good dad, I think he needs to be a good spouse or partner so kids grow up with a model of what a healthy adult relationship is. Linda Marsicano

Good dads try hard to keep a straight face while punishing the kids for using mom’s feminine products as extra goalie padding. Marianne Walsh

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The Essure® inserts are permanently placed in your fallopian tubes. Unlike getting your tubes tied, the Essure procedure is non-surgical. It can be performed right in your doctor’s oﬃce in about 10 minutes. There’s no downtime to recover—most women go home about 45 minutes after the procedure and return to their normal activities within 1 to 2 days. The Essure Conﬁrmation Test is given 3 months after the procedure to verify the inserts are placed correctly and your fallopian tubes are completely blocked, providing permanent birth control. To learn more about Essure and find a doctor, visit essure.com or call 1.877.ESSURE4 (1.877.377.8734)

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Important Safety Information Essure is not right for you if you are uncertain about ending your fertility, can have only one insert placed, are or have been pregnant within the past 6 weeks, have had your tubes tied, have an active or recent pelvic infection, or have a known allergy to contrast dye. Talk to your doctor if you are taking immunosuppressants. WARNING: You must continue to use another form of birth control until you have your Essure Confirmation Test (3 months after the procedure) and your doctor tells you that you can rely on Essure for birth control. It can take longer than three months for Essure to be effective. Talk to your doctor about which method of birth control you should use during this period. Women using an intrauterine device need to switch to another method. If you rely on Essure for birth control before receiving conﬁrmation from your doctor, you are at risk of getting pregnant. Please see additional Important Safety Information about Essure on next page.

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Important Safety Information (continued) WARNING: Be sure you are done having children before you undergo the Essure procedure. Essure is a permanent method of birth control. During the procedure: In clinical trials some women experienced mild to moderate pain (9.3%). Your doctor may be unable to place one or both EssureÂŽ inserts correctly. Although uncommon, part of an Essure insert may break off or puncture the fallopian tube requiring surgery to repair the puncture. Your doctor may recommend a local anesthetic. Ask your doctor about the risks associated with this type of anesthesia. Immediately following the procedure: In clinical trials some women experienced mild to moderate pain (12.9%) and/or cramping (29.6%), vaginal bleeding (6.8%), and pelvic or back discomfort for a few days. Some women experienced nausea and/or vomiting (10.8%) or fainting. In rare instances, an Essure insert may be expelled from the body. During the Essure Confirmation Test: You will be exposed to very low levels of radiation, as with most x-rays. In rare instances, women may experience spotting and/or infection. Long-term Risks: There are rare reports of chronic pelvic pain in women who have had Essure. In rare instances, an Essure insert may migrate through the fallopian tubes and may require surgery. No birth control method is 100% effective. Women who have Essure are more likely to have an ectopic pregnancy (pregnancy outside the uterus) if they get pregnant. This can be life-threatening. The Essure insert is made of materials that include a nickel-titanium alloy. Patients who are allergic to nickel may have an allergic reaction to the inserts. Symptoms include rash, itching and hives. The safety and effectiveness of Essure has not been established in women under 21 or over 45 years old. Essure inserts do not protect against HIV or other sexually transmitted diseases. Talk to your doctor about Essure and whether it is right for you. You are encouraged to report negative side effects or quality complaints of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch, or call 1-800-FDA-1088.

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Hot lists. From the best indoor play places to outdoor playgrounds, water parks to spray parks, bike trails to beaches, quickie trips to get away or best places to chill in the Windy City, we’ve got the 411.

Moms you can trust. We’ve dispatched our great group of bloggers to hunt down family fun all over Chicagoland. They are taking their kids along to give you the honest scoop on what you’ll like or won’t. We’re especially excited to tell you Kari Wagner will be suburb hopping all summer to find hidden nuggets of fun for your family. Watch her reports at her blog, A Gracefull Life.

Free stu stuff. t fff. Who ho doesn’t like free stuff? Every Friday in June, Freebie Fridays will return to Chicago Parent’s Facebook page with prizes that fuel summer fun. Stop by to get your chance to win good stuff. Plus, we’ll have contests on other days of the week, so sign up for our newsletters to be in the know.

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t the confluence of the east and west branch of the DuPage River sits the brand new Knoch Knolls Nature Center, featuring a variety of activities for families to discover. As you approach the nature center, you walk through an outdoor replica frame of the first water-powered sawmill in the area, built in the 1830s. That’s where you’ll find the nature-themed playground with lots of special features, including a slide that’s accessed from the top of a rock climbing wall. The wall itself features fossils, and finding those is a fun activity you can do

with your feet on the ground. The playground offers a variety of equipment, from pieces that are completely original to old favorites like a teeter totter. We wandered around the other side of the building to the deck overlooking the pond. The scenery was lovely, and we tried to find the goose eggs

that were mentioned on signs warning of very protective parents-to-be. Inside the Knock Knolls Nature Center, visitors will find exhibits, including a 900-gallon freshwater tank that provides a glimpse into the world of the river. It’s a chance to discover how the DuPage River impacts the ecosystems and wildlife of the area. The nature center is the highlight, but the park, with 4.5 miles of trails, offers lots of fun as well. Families can also play a round of disc golf or pack a picnic to enjoy. Each season, the nature center also offers a variety of classes on nature-related topics for all ages. Shannan Younger

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4 ways to let the good times roll Ideas for a summer date for parents

Rollerblade the lakefront Roll on over to the 18 ½-mile Chicago Lakefront Trail along Lake Michigan, from the 63rd Street Beach at the south end of the city to the edge of Lincoln Park. Or, if you’re looking for a lulling roll, try the 20-mile-long North Branch Trail, which winds north along the Chicago River escaping the rush of the city. Need skates? Check out Bike and Roll at Navy Pier or stop by Londo Mondo on Chicago’s Gold Coast to buy your own.

Rock the Rock ‘n Roll Chicago Half Marathon Get on a roll this summer with the 2015 Humana Rock ‘n Roll Chicago Half Marathon July 18-19. The race starts at Grant Park, then rolls out along Lake Michigan, past Soldier Field, The Field Museum, Shedd Aquarium and Grant Park and ends in front of Buckingham Fountain for fantastic finish photo ops! halfmarathons.net/illinoisrock-roll-chicago-half-marathon

Find some old-time rock and roll! Bounce back to the ’70s at the new Brass Monkey where they’re rolling back some of the best-loved, long-forgotten dishes

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like the TV dinner, French bread pizza, fish Styx, bologna sliders, even Peter Brady’s favorite— pork chops and applesauce. You’ll love the disco décor. If you don’t know how to roll, the retro music quizzes might leave

Rolling, rolling, rolling Keep that bocce or bowling ball rolling at Pinstripes’ new Chicago location. A suburban family favorite, Pinstripes rolled into the city this spring, taking up over 33,000 square feet in River East. Find five indoor and two outdoor bocce courts, 11 bowling lanes, American Italian food and wine and riverside patios with firepits for chilly evenings. Pinstripes, 435 E. Illinois St., Chicago, pinstripes.com Donna Bozzo

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An escape to Loews hotel Family friendly option offers the best of Chicago

ive your family a little escape from reality right here in our beautiful city. Loews Chicago, a 14-story wonder located just off the Magnificent Mile, offers two great options for families. We were lucky enough to stay as a guest and take advantage of the Chicago Children’s Museum Package (starting at $249 a night), which proves that even a swanky hotel like Loews knows what kids like. From the moment we checked in, the staff was extremely attentive and friendly to my two nephews (ages 3 and 5), giving them a grab bag of toys and puzzles to enjoy throughout our stay. Upon arriving at our adjoining rooms, the delights

continued, with cool camouflage backpacks packed with a water bottle, stuffed cow, copy of Max Explores Chicago and mini flashlight, magnifying glass and compass for a scavenger hunt adventure. While we weren’t able to try the hotel’s pool due to some maintenance, we still enjoyed exploring the hotel and taking in some of its distinctly Chicago flair. Even the bathrooms give a nod to our great city with cool street map wallpaper that only enhances the sleek design of the room. We also loved tasting some true Chicago flavors, thanks to a delivery of Goose Island Root Beer and Garrett’s popcorn for the grownups and milk and cookies for the kids. After a great night’s sleep with Navy Pier lit up in our windows, we were able to enjoy a complimentary in-room kids’ movie and

were surprised with another book delivery—Journey Around Chicago from A to Z. Then it was on to one of our favorite museums—the package includes admission for four people to the Chicago Children’s Museum. While you’ll want to factor in parking at Navy Pier, the $15 certainly seemed worth it when we were watching the boys putting out imaginary fires in “Play it Safe,” literally bouncing off the walls in the temporary “Move It!” area, or dusting off hidden bones in “Dinosaur Expedition.” By the time we left, we were definitely tired, but content. Our whole stay was a great reminder that you don’t have to go very far to have some blissful away time— sometimes it’s right in your backyard. Elizabeth Diffin

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nless you frequent Welles Park in the summer, you might not know about one of the north side’s best-kept secrets: Crepes in the Park, a charming food stand open from April-October that serves made-to-order crepes. Located on the north side of the park near Lincoln and Sunnyside, the stand offers either “sweet” or “savory” varieties. For the sweet crepes, customers create their own recipe with a choice of three ingredients such as fruit, nuts and chocolate. It is then topped with a huge helping of whipped cream and doused with powdered sugar. Fresh strawberries, sweet cream cheese, caramel, peanut butter, bananas and almonds are just a few of more than

two dozen options. The savory menu is essentially a meal, with menu items including chicken fajita with sun-dried tomatoes; ham and cheese; chicken pesto with parmesan; and spinach and ricotta. We’ve found kids can often split a savory crepe, leaving room for a sweet one for dessert. Kids love watching the crepes being made while parents appreciate the price—$4 for a sweet crepe and $6 for a savory one. Crepes in the Park is open daily from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. It can get crowded on weekends, especially when there is a baseball game going on at the park. But hop right in line: this tres bon taste of Paris is worth the wait. The owner can also arrange for a crepe stand at parties and street fairs. Linda Marsicano

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e enter our recently renovated room in the historic tower at the InterContinental Hotel downtown, but it’s not the spiffy, modern décor our kids notice first; it’s the goodies that await, including a Wii console with five of their favorite games. But a lively game of Mario Kart Wii is just the beginning— the InterContinental recently introduced a package geared toward families with kid-friendly amenities that raises kids to new heights. Literally. The package cleverly includes two tickets to the Navy Pier Ferris Wheel.

Other perks include a deck of playing cards, a complimentary movie with popcorn and a sweet treat from Dylan’s Candy Bar. When not enjoying the amenities that come with the package, families tend to congregate at the hotel’s pool, which is gorgeously historic with plenty of space for parents to either join in or watch from the tiered stands. And with the hotel’s central location right on Michigan Avenue, the city’s many familyfriendly sights and activities are but a short walk away. Families looking for additional sweets will find them right downstairs in the lobby at Eno’s, which serves scrumptious flights of chocolate with flavors like salted chocolate caramel, milk

almond toffee and macadamia praline. And while the kids will be too busy with all their swag to notice, parents will adore the comfy, posh rooms that recently underwent a $13 million makeover. Linda Marsicano

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Let’s start with the food. Heaps of steaming, mouth-watering, authentic food await you at every turn. Anything in the Lao family of restaurants has been acclaimed by many as the top Chinese food in Chicago, and these restaurants offer plenty of simpler options for picky eaters. Joy Yee’s Noodles is the perfect choice for kids with its wide array of noodle dishes. For those seeking a little history, check out Won Kow, which has been in business for more than 90 years.

Get some bubble tea to go. Make sure to have kids sample some bubble tea, which is sold at basically any eatery in Chinatown. Fruity flavors like mango and strawberry are perfect for the little ones, who love bursting the bubbles in their mouths, and almond and coffee flavors will be a fave among the adults in your group.

Do some walking around. Chinatown has a ton of history. You’ll see the famous Chinatown Gate and directly across the street is—legend says—the lucky Nine Dragon

Wall. Check out the Chinatown Square Zodiac statues to see which animal represents the kids. Be sure to have a little play time at Sun Yat Sen Park, where you can play Chinese Chess, or Ping Tom Memorial Park, which sits along the Chicago River.

Experience the traditions. Make sure to check out the Chinese-American Museum of Chicago, which has rotating exhibits detailing Chinese culture, as well as the Chicago Chinese Cultural Institute, where you can experience food tours and kid-friendly cultural traditions such as kite-making and papercutting crafts.

Top it off with a souvenir. The little shops that lace the streets of the neighborhood are filled to the brim with Hello Kitty novelties, colorful kimonos (they come in child sizes, too), tasty Asian candies and souvenir samurai swords. If you’re looking for a one-stop-shop, check out Giftland, which has plenty of little trinkets for kiddos to take home. Emily Adams

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reat your family to a few meals out this summer via these food truck events that are kid-friendly, affordable and undeniably delicious. Offering a taste of the best Chicago has to offer, food truck fests are not only a fun day out, but they also support the local community and vendors.

Chicago Food Truck Fest: June 27-28, Armour Square Park. This fun fest hosts a variety of food trucks with diverse offerings including Tamale Spaceship, Pierogi Wagon, Gino’s Steak Truck and Taquero Fusion. Stop at Beaver’s Donuts or Crave Bar for an artisan-inspired ice cream bar for dessert. chgofoodtruckfest.com.

Food Truck Fests at Daley Plaza: City Hall debuted its version of a food truck festival last year, and it’s back again this year on select dates from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. June

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Chicago Food Social: Aug. 22-23, Milwaukee Avenue between Division and Noble. Along with Chicago’s tastiest food trucks, this event features live music, chef demonstrations, an oyster shucking competition and lots of family fun. chicagofoodsocial.com.

Sarah Loved our summer getaway to the Quad Cities! Great restaurants. Cool and highenergy festivals right on the banks of the river. Lots to see and do! Sunday at 11:02 pm • Like Ann Sounds like what all families would love to do! Tuesday at 4:32 pm • Like Sarah For sure! It’s the perfect family summer adventure, and affordable. Check out www.visitquadcities.com. Five hours ago • Like

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Summer has finally arrived and with it comes long walks, scooter rides, and of course, outdoor concerts. Chicago has a bevy of them, but it’s hard to know who to see and where to go. I’ve picked out three of the city’s top kiddie acts your kids will love.

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Miss Jamie from the Farm miss-jamie.com Miss Jamie’s show emphasizes exercise, and there’s nothing better than boogying down in the fresh air with Jamie Martin’s energetic kids’ concerts. Miss Jamie and her puppet friends present an imaginative barnyard musical and dancing adventure that teaches kids about healthy eating, responsible farming and having fun. Outdoor shows this summer include Printers Row LitFest “Li’l Lit Park” 11 a.m. June 7 with a book release and signing; West Fest Kids Stage 4 p.m. July 12; South Lakeview “Blue Park” 6 p.m. Aug. 18.

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Storytown Improv storytownimprov.com At Storytown Improv, kids design the setting and help shape a unique story that’s all their own. On the go, Storytown goes to the zoo. Storytown uses the animals as a starting point for vivid imagination and a FREE show where families might

not expect it. Tuesdays and Sundays, 11 a.m., noon and 1 p.m., starting June 16. Check lpzoo.org/events/calendar/kids-summer-theater for details.

Mary Macaroni marymacaroni.com A kids’ fest crowdpleaser for 20+ years, Mary Macaroni is a must-see. Mary Macaroni is a variety entertainer whose skills include magic, music, face painting and balloon twisting. See her this summer at Green Fest (June 21), Burger Fest (July 11), Wicker Park Fest (July 25), and Retro on Roscoe (Aug. 8-9).

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Label. Every. Single. Thing. Mabel’s Labels makes it super easy to make sure what you send to camp actually makes its way back home. Check out the company’s p y Limited Edition Camp mp Combo Pack ck for wawa terproof labels and personalized tags for clothes,, toiletries, swim gear and everything hing else they pack. The pack even comes with five postcards the kids can send home (like that will happen). $39.95, mabelslabels.com

Bugs begone It’s no secret kids hate being sprayed with stinky, sticky chemical bug sprays. Moms don’t like it much either. Now there’s a new way to keep mosquitoes away. Mosquitno has created wristbands (lasts 150 hours) and stickers (each lasts 72 hours) infused with citronella oil, something those blood suckers really hate. $3.99 for each, mosquitnoband.com

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3 tips for a positive camp experience Whether it’s your child’s first or fifth time away at summer camp, there are certain must-do’s: 1. Encourage independence. Try not to stress how much you (Grandma, the hamster, the mailman) miss him/her. Mention how proud you are instead. 2. Write letters mailed the old-fashioned way. 3. Set a good example, i.e. if food isn’t allowed, don’t sew a secret pouch into your child’s pillow to sneak snacks. You’ll not only teach your child that breaking the rules is OK, but their bunkmates may have a food allergy. Joani Plenty, 30 Second Mom contributor

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MOM OF THE MONTH say it takes a village, it’s truly been that way for us, which has been just amazing.

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Oak Park She and her team, Team Kat, participated in this year’s Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure in Chicago

athleen O’Malley’s wishes for a family came true on Jan. 19, her birthday, when her twins were born. But within 48 hours, life’s happiest moment would be overshadowed as doctors diagnosed her with stage 2 breast cancer. “So we went from the ultimate high of having these beautiful new babies to the worst possible scenario we could think of. It was a difficult week, to say the least,” she says. But she is a survivor.

How have you managed? I look at it as I’ve always looked at everything else in my life, good or bad: Why is this happening and what am I learning from this? How can I grow from this? It was very hard to get there. At first I was very angry and very upset. We had moments of how are we going to get through this. We have had so much unbelievable support from friends and family. ... When they

What’s the scariest part about being a new mom with cancer? Initially, the first thing, thinking am I going to die and am I going to see my children that I worked so hard to get and that we’ve wanted so badly. Once I got past that, the next thing I thought, Am I going to pass this to my daughter? That’s the scariest thing for me right now. I don’t know what this will mean for her or him, potentially. My hope is that it will be gone and that there will be a cure by that point. What is the biggest lesson you’ve learned so far? You really can’t take life for granted. Literally in the blink of an eye my entire life changed. What was important to me just shifted so drastically. Also when good or bad things happen in your life, you figure out who your true friends are and who you can count on.

How to help Team Kat is still collecting donations at bit.ly/1KY2WWT. “People just have been so generous,” O’Malley says. “It’s been just awesome.”

What is the one thing you’d say to other first-time moms? Take each day as a blessing, and that you eventually will sleep. What’s next? O’Malley is nearly finished with chemotherapy and is preparing for a double mastectomy this summer. She says she’s feeling strong. “I’m very motivated to do everything in my power to make sure I help get information out there and to get as many people tested (for the BRCA gene), and hopefully where we’re working toward that cure sooner than later.”

Create summer fun with a DIY car wash Looking for a way to get a chore done that’s also entertainment for your kids? Take your children to a do-it-yourself car wash! You know, those places where you pull in and get to hose and scrub your car in a private stall. All that soap and water? They’ll think it’s a blast. And there’s nothing more fascinating than a giant, noisy vacuum. Plus, you’ll probably find that missing tooth/ sock/Lego set stuffed somewhere in the back seat while you’re at it. Good, clean fun (and a fresh car, too)! Cynthia Miller, 30 Second Mom contributor

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Dad’s eating for two While it’s a well-known fact that a mother’s diet prior to pregnancy influences her baby’s health, research suggests a father’s diet before conception can also have lifelong consequences for his children. Prospective fathers give their children the best start when they consume adequate vitamins, minerals, protein, phytonutrients and healthy fats by eating plenty of plant foods and CHRISTINE PALUMBO other whole foods. One nutrient to watch is folate. A McGill University mouse study found that the folate levels of dads-to-be may be just st as important for the prevention of certain birth defects as those of the mother. Good sources of folate include leafy greens such as romaine lettuce and spinach, citrus fruit, asparagus, cantaloupe, taloupe, broccoli, beans, lentils ls and okra. Good sources of folic acid—the supplement nt version of folate—include clude enriched pasta and bread. Fats are significant, t, too. Polyunsaturated fattyy acids improve sperm membrane brane fluidity and flexibility, y, while saturated and trans fats are linked to decreased sperm quality. Other nutrients worth optimizing include selenium, zinc, vitamins C and E and beta carotene.

Body weight counts A prime time for dads to shape up is when a couple is trying to get pregnant. “Dad is usually so removed from it,” says Cindy Baranoski, MS, RDN, pediatric nutrition therapist at Easter Seals DuPage and the Fox Valley. “It’s a way to pull Dad into this. It’s his responsibility, too.” In addition to nutrient intake,

Baranoski explains that conceiving can actually hinge on a man’s weight. “Men Men are more likely to be sub-fertile if their body mass index is b 30 or above.” It’s surprisingly easy to reach that BMI. For eexample, a 5-foot-11 man who weighs 215 ma has a BMI of 30. pounds h does overweight Why do fertility? Being overreduce fer weight aaffects the hormones needed to reproduce and in most cases, can impact a man’s sperm count. The decreased testosterone, decreas increased estradiol and increase elevated endorphins from obesity can decrease sperm production. A man who is productio underweight also may unde have trouble with sperm quality. In addition, research suggests that fathers whose BMI is 30 or above at the time of conception pass on a predisposition to their children and grandchildren to be overweight, develop diabetes or both. Since it takes about three months to produce fully grown sperm, men trying to have children could try cleaning up their diets a few months ahead of time, even if it’s temporary.

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Directions 1 Preheat a gas or charcoal grill. 2 Place asparagus on a plate. Drizzle oil over the asparagus and turn spears until they are coated. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and turn again. 3 Grill asparagus for about five minutes over a hot grill. Each minute or so, roll each spear halfway. The spears should begin to brown in spots (indicating that the natural sugars are caramelizing), but should not be allowed to char. 4 Remove from grill and serve with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, if desired. Nutrition information per serving: 80 calories, 4 g carbohydrates (1 g sugar), 2 g protein, 7 g fat (1 g saturated), 160 mg sodium, 2 g fiber, 141 micrograms folate, 20% DV vitamin A, 10% DV vitamin C.

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June is my absolute favorite month— in small part because it’s my birthday month, but in extra large part because of how much anticipatory excitement June inherently possesses. June is the Friday of summer. So in preparation for the next three months of fun in the sun, I’m sharing four ways to get yourselves outside to PLAY! Let’s go.

Play with your moves

We are always looking for ways to get our kids off their devices and outside movin’ and shakin’, right? That’s why I am loving the new Twister Moves SKIP-IT Game and Hula Hoop. These two classics have a new “game” with their built-in counters that keep track of all your kids’ twists and turns. Add the Twister “Moves Tracker” band (sold separately), and your kids can keep track of all their moves and scores across the various toys. Game on. Twister Hoop: $14.99, SKIP-IT Game: $19.99, Moves Trackers: $14.99. All available at major retailers and hasbrotoys.com

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Summertime is stocked with all sorts of gatherings that scream for a little playful mingling among guests. Give them something fun to do over cocktails with the new Kooba game that combines darts, backgammon and your awesome “flinging” skills. Using two long crisscrossed sticks and a special magnetic “aero” that flies toward a target as you pull the sticks apart, players move up the board, attack each other’s pieces and ultimately strive to ring the Kooba in the center for the win. Move over Bocce, there’s a cooler game in town. $69, koobagame.com

Sidewalk chalk is a staple of any summer fun supply kit, and every year the folks at Crayola come up with new ways to kick up this kid favorite. This year is no exception with the creation of Outdoor Color Foam and the new Rainbow Rake. The colored fun foam comes in a batch of cool hues and allows kids to squirt and spray on sidewalks, grass or other surfaces without fear of harming their skin or clothes. Water washes it right off. The Rainbow Rake helps kids create five colors at once as they artistically “rake” the driveway or sidewalks around the neighborhood. Rake: $9.99, Color Foam 2-pack: $7.99, toysrus.com

with 4 Play your wheels There’s nothing like a new set of wheels to get kids playing with their pals. Say hello to the Micro Mini 3-in-1 ride-on/scooter that grows with your child from ages 1-5. Designed with young children in mind, the Micro Mini 3-in-1 features soft edges, a stable upright threewheeled design, and quiet, non-marking wheels that can be used indoors as well for those rainy summer days. In blue, aqua, green, pink and red. $114.99, amazon.com ChicagoParent.com June 2015 29

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Create endless hours of fun with your own chalk creations

PHOTOS AND STORY BY MEGAN MURRAY ELSENER othing is better than being outside all day long and soaking up the summer. With your own homemade sidewalk chalk, make your own games, drawings, hopscotch and more. These also would be great hostess gifts for summer barbecues or birthday parties.

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Fill a disposable cup with Âž cup water, 1 cup Plaster of Paris and Âź cup of tempera paint. Stir and mix well.

Repeat for each color you want to make. Three color mixtures make about a dozen chalk shapes.

Supplies Plaster of Paris, dry powder (available at craft stores)

Carefully pour mixture into the silicone molds. Layer with multiple molds colors if your kids wish.

Let dry for 24 hours and then remove them from the mold. They t are still soft, so be careful when popping them out of the mold.

Tempera paint Water Silicone shape mold

For best results, let the chalk shapes dry outside the molds for another 24 hours. Then get out on the driveway and start drawing!

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Lake Park Golf Course & Marina • Your destination for family fun all summer! FootGolf comes to Lake Park! The hottest game right now is an exciting combination of soccer & golf. Bring your ball or rent one of ours and get kickin’! We’re hosting a FootGolf Open on Aug 22. Info at footgolfillinois.com. Don’t miss it!

18-hole par-3 short course. We welcome beginners of all ages! This is a great course for young players, and a perfect place for any golfer to practice their all-important short game. Youth play rounds, with an adult, for just $7. There are lessons, leagues and special events, including tournaments, all season. Find everything on our website at DPParks.org, or call the clubhouse: 847-391-5730. • We proudly sponsor Sticks for Kids, and provide clubs free of charge. • Lake Park Junior Open, Friday, July 17. Under 11 and 11+ age groups. • Lake Park Open Championship, Friday, August 14. For all ages. • Save with 10-play passes and Lake Park Golf Course Memberships. • We do parties! Our staff will help put together an event to remember.

Family Picnics, Parties & Outings Lake Park is a popular spot for families, reunions, and company parties. Rent one of two large picnic shelters, or the wide open space on the south end and put up a tent. Info is on our website, DPParks.org, or call Mary Ann at 847-391-5700. Boats, Boats, Boats! Rent paddleboats, kayaks, and fishing boats; enjoy Lake Park from a beautiful new angle. Family sailing lessons start on June 16.

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gallbladder surgery? I possess the muscle tone of a sloth. Producer: NOT A PROBLEM. We will make you look stunning! My mind whirled. Was this the normal progression to international acclaim and fortune? Perhaps donning some rhinestone slippers and a sheer teddy was the back door entrance into a threebook publishing deal with Simon & Schuster? The Steve Harvey guy did say they wanted moms to feel beautiful. I was a mom and I definitely wanted to feel beautiful! Right as I was about to agree to the show, I remembered a few key points: I have pretty much slept in my husband’s boxers and a tank top for 12 years. Lingerie itches. My kids go to Catholic school. I would never be able to look Sister Jean in the eye again. My husband works in a Chicago firehouse. This sort of thing would get mileage for YEARS.

Recently, a miracle happened. I actually won something. The Parenting Media Association bestowed a national Gold Award on this column. Fancy PhDs and college professors christened me awesome. I patiently awaited the inevitable glory and paparazzi this would most certainly bring. Sure enough, the phone rang. It was someone representing Steve Harvey. I was stoked. My kids and I love Family Feud. The producers were probably casting nationally recognized columnists for an upcoming taping. The conversation went along the lines of: Producer: So we’re doing lingerie makeovers for moms and we think you’d be great! Me: You want me to wear a thong on The Feud? Producer: No, this isn’t for The Feud. This is for the Steve Harvey Show. And everything will be extremely tasteful! Me: So tasteful garter belts? Got it. Are you aware I’ve had three C-sections and

For once, I completely set aside the desire to win by any means necessary. I am not positive as to when exactly it happened, but I have definitely lost my old bravado and willingness to try anything. Missing out on this experience did not feel as much like a loss as I dreaded it would. I guess in many ways, I have already won everything important. It took 41 years, but my trophy shelf is full.

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There have been countless times where I wished I had not grown up in the 1970s and 1980s. My biggest complaint? I never won anything. There were no trophies for eighth place. I did not get ribbons for participation. While my older brother’s award shelf was crowded with basketball and track trophies, mine was a lonely little island holding a medal from the fifth-grade MARIANNE Bible Bowl and a “Perfect Attendance” WALSH certificate printed on Ditto paper. If I was not such a competitive person, this would have been a non-issue. Yet I craved victory so much that I once ditched my volleyball-deficient best friend in gym class to play for a team with a better shot at Junior High PE supremacy.

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VOICE: MATT BRENNAN

Missing out on real life Dad discovers he needs to put down the phone

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his? This? This?” My 22-month-old son kept repeating his mantra as I walked up the stairs checking email on my phone one day. I looked up absentmindedly to discover he held an open, blue permanent marker in one hand, with the cap in the other. I quickly shoved my phone in my pocket. “Can you hand that to Daddy?” I said, pointing at the offending marker. By some miracle, he willingly placed it in my hand. In that moment, I understood the stress hostage negotiators must feel on a daily basis. After a cursory examination of the main floor, I found no magic marker graffiti art. Victory. While not all examples are this dramatic, it is clear that my wife and I spend too much time on our smartphones around our son—a behavior he picks up on. Not being one to shy away from attention, my son sometimes angles his head, so it becomes visible either below or to the side of the phone. “Hi,” he’ll say, with a wide smile across his face.

Technology is convenient, but it can become addictive. My wife and I are on our phones frequently for work, but we are also caught up in the Facebook newsfeed gaze. If we keep scrolling down, maybe we won’t miss the one potentially life-changing post/message/moment, we rationalize to ourselves. If a life-changing moment is due to occur, the reality is that it is more likely to occur within the room versus as content fodder on our phones. It is a constant battle. For the most part, we avoid cellphone usage at dinner, and we try to spend more deliberate time playing and interacting with our son. I absolutely love reading to him every night and sitting down on the floor to play with him. Such a vivid imagination is beginning to take hold, as he starts learning his ABCs, numbers and a wide range of words. I look forward to playtime with him. That means more time spent together without some type of media device resting between us. Any strategy that can also help keep blue marker off the walls also has to be a good thing. Matt Brennan is a Sugar Grove dad, an experienced freelance writer and blogs about all aspects of fatherhood at SpiralingUpwards.

If a life-changing moment is due to occur, the reality is that it is more likely to occur within the room.

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Surprise him with tickets to his first Blackhawks game. Splurge on 100-level seats. Remember, you want to be his hero, not his half-hero. Take a picture of his excitement:

down to your seats and watch him soak in the essence of being one of the first people inside a 20,500-seat arena.

Under no circumstances do you miss the National Anthem. There’s nothing else like it in sports.

Buy him ice cream, and give in when he asks for another treat and another after that.

Let him taunt Jonathan Quick, the L.A. Kings’ goalie, who’s close enough to hear your son shout, “You’re not quick! You’re a slow butthead!”

Frame this picture of him with Tommy Hawk:

Pick him up from school early and head downtown to beat the rush hour traffic. Bring his iPad to distract him from requesting bathroom stops. CHARGE THE iPAD.

Eat the pre-game meal at Ed Debevic’s and allow him to hurl insults right back at the staff.

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Invincible summer: Lessons from my 3-year-old

Albert Camus once wrote that, “Even in the midst of winter, I found within me, an invincible summer.” It probably sounds better in French, but it’s something like that. As a Chicagoan, I’ve found that, even in the midst of summer, I harbor the specter of winter. Even as I drink a summer ale or “Safety Dance” to an MATT ROCCO ’80s cover band at a street fest, part of my brain still shivers with dread over winters past and future. In grade school, I once sidewalk square unchalked is burst into tears when my also worth a tantrum. dad told me there were only Viva ends each day with four weeks left of summer. a song and a dance—with Then six months of gray and a recap of the butterflies blizzards? Who could have caught, the knees scraped fun in only four weeks? and the ice cream eaten. My daughter Viva has no With her windows open such dread. In her special and a princess costume preschooler Zen on. I look lousy way, each in a princess moment costume and of summer haven’t been is about able to digest ONLY that ice cream in moment—not years, but the about the principle reshoveling past mains the same: or sidewalk she lives fully. salting future. And so, this ILLUSTRATION BY STEPHEN SCHUDLICH How, then, to summer, rather find that invinthan crying over cible summer? To savor each how many weeks are left, I moment with the blissful shall live in the moment— ignorance of a child with no savor each summer hop and emotional baggage and no the beat of each summer sick days to parcel out? jam, and tantrum like a Viva begins each day in madman when the fireworks the summer with breakfast end. on the deck. To her, it is And when winter does never too early to soak up come, I’ll try to call back the the sun, and eggs taste just joy of my invincible summer as good in the yard as they and look forward to Santa. do at the table. Viva summer. Viva Viva. Viva gives total focus to Viva Daddy. the matter at hand. To leave the park before the last Viva is 3. Daddy is about 13x that swing is swung is a crime age. They live happily with Mommy in worth a tantrum. To leave a Chicago’s Edgewater Glen neighborhood.

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I started going alone in seventh grade, 12-13 years old. Assuming it’s an appropriate film, they should be responsible enough to handle it by then. Jeff Mezydlo, Chicago

16 is the magic number for us. I was allowed to date when I was 16; I was responsible, had a driver’s license and two jobs. It worked out well for me; hoping for the same for our children. Cherish Walsh, Streamwood

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ou’ve done the tie thing to death, even coughed up the dough for that big barbecue grill and Kiss the Chef apron. You are totally out of great ideas to show dad how much you love him, so we’ve found a few to rock his world (just be prepared to dig deep into your bank account).

Dad got game? See how he stacks up against former Chicago Bulls player Toni Kukoc in a friendly basketball game with nine pals at The Ritz Carlton’s basketball court. This new exclusive opportunity is a gift dad will never forget, and includes a night in a deluxe lake-view one-bedroom suite, an hour on the court with Kukoc, professional photographs, branded sports items, autographs and a special in-room amenity after the game. $12,500; fourseasons.com/ chicagorc

Float dad’s boat. Give him fun on the water without any of the work. Freedom Boat Club, which offers a fleet of boats at Montrose Harbor, gives members unlimited access to its boats, plus access to boats at 8,600 clubs around the country, says Michael Johnston, director of sales and marketing at Freedom Boat Club. The club staff does all of the work while members just enjoy their time on Lake Michigan. $2,500-$6,500 one-time fee ranges depending on size of the boat, $99 a month for smaller boats to $300 a month for boats 22 feet and larger; freedomboatclub.com

Send dad to boot camp. The Chopping Block offers a twoday hands-on grilling boot Susan Ryan camp that will leave dad the family Photography expert on ribs, chicken, flank steak, pork chops, scallops and assorted veggies and desserts on the grill. $350, class takes place at The Chopping Block’s Lincoln Square location, 4747 N. Lincoln Ave., Chicago; thechoppingblock.net

Take him out to the ballpark. If dad bleeds Cubbie blue, give him a guided tour of Wrigley Field that lets him step on the field. A bargain at $25 at cubs.com/tours. Or if the Southsiders have him cheering, put dad to work at U.S. Cellular Field dragging the in-field at the bottom of the third inning in a Sox Fan Experience. $1,500, which includes four VIP seats and one parking pass as well as training pregame; chicago.whitesox.mlb.com Donna Bozzo contributed to this article.

Feed the need for speed. The Richard Petty Driving Experience at the Chicagoland Speedway in Joliet will get dad’s blood pumping. Choose from ride-alongs starting at $109 for three laps or put dad in the driver’s seat of a NASCAR race car for 30 laps, $1,299. It’s an experience sure to keep a grin on his face the rest of the year. drivepetty.com/ race-tracks/chicagoland-speedway

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5 ways to make the most your time together BY SAMANTHA SCHULTZ ith school out for summer, we can finally start concentrating on enjoying our days to the fullest. Whether you’re traveling or sticking close to home, creating a family summer bucket list will help you keep track of your adventures and ensure that you’re squeezing every ounce of fun out of June, July and August. The best bucket lists are unique to your family and incorporate things your family loves to do, things they simply must do and a variety of new places and activities to try out. Use these ideas to get your creative juices flowing.

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At home A rainy day or just no motivation to pack up and go? Create a fort with every blanket and pillow you own and watch a new favorite movie. Serve a Popcorn Bar complete with different sizes and shapes of bowls, popcorn mix-ins and toppings such as cheddar and parmesan cheeses. You can even do a sweet dessert popcorn with candies and different types of chocolate. For the neighborhood: Invite friends and family over and host a backyard “drive-in” movie. Have the kids create their own cars out of cardboard boxes and use pillows as the seats. A projector and a garage door are all you need to host a movie under the stars, making yours the most popular house on the block. Go even bigger: Grab a blanket, dinner and roll up to the Jay Pritzker Pavillion at Millennium Park Tuesday nights June 23-Aug. 25 for a free movie night. This summer they are rolling out the big screen—the newest, most souped-up outdoor screen measuring 40 feet by 22 ½ feet. It’s so big, there’s not a bad seat in the park.

Ready to enjoy some rays of sunshine? Have kids create a personalized lemonade stand using old cardboard boxes and stools from a children’s table. Kids will love acting as mini-entrepreneurs and it’s a great way to make the most out of a sunny day! For the neighborhood: Bring art to life and put together a paint and crafting afternoon in your own backyard. Set up canvasses along a fence and let kids go to town creating unique pieces of art. When everyone’s done getting messy, hose them down for even more outdoor fun. Go even bigger: Create an art scavenger hunt by hitting either the Skokie Sculpture Park on McCormick Boulevard between Dempster and Touhy avenues (sculpturepark. org) dotted with more than 70 sculptures or the Nathan Manilow Sculpture Park at Governors State University in University Park (govst.edu/Nathan_Manilow_ (govst. Sculpture_Park) that Sculptu includes a circular maze. include

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On the go Not enough time for a full family vacation, but needing some time away? Plan a day trip with your family and head out to one of the summer’s fabulous festivals (see page 71 to find the perfect one for you). For the neighborhood: While you won’t want to take the entire neighborhood, you can fill up your car with friend favorites and head out for a day at the beach. You can try some of Chicago’s Lake Michigan beaches or head a bit farther to Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore. Just be sure to check the lifeguard warnings before heading out! Go even bigger: Head west to the Mississippi River and Galena for a hot air balloon ride. Galena On the Fly, buyabaloonride.com, will take your family (up to 14 people, minimum age 6) on an outing you’ll never forget. Launches, seven days a week, occur near Eagle Ridge Resort and Spa. Try to capture a sunset.

Water world Need a little relief from the hot summer sun, but don’t have a pool? Set up a series of water activities in your own backyard to keep the kids cool! A water table makes a great starter station and older kids will love playing with water guns and water balloons. For the neighborhood: Make a giant water bed outside using tarps and duct

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esperate for a date night, parents can rush out the door as soon as a sitter arrives. Think about that babysitter left in the lurch without the 411 on the family’s nighttime routines, especially when the baby wakes up and howls like a wild coyote and there is no milk in the house. Do you think that sitter will want to come back? Caring for other people’s kids, in their homes, on their terms, is tough work. If parents expect top-notch childcare, we, in turn, need to be exceptional employers. What makes the best childcare relationships work? With summer kicking into high gear, we talked with Chicago-area nannies and babysitters as well as parents and parenting experts to secure their secrets for childcare success all year round.

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Get serious about expectations “You need to be specific and honest about what you really want,” says Katie Bugbee, parenting expert at Care.com. Lay out expectations for hours, flexibility, household chores, personality type and activity level. A babysitter is an occasional helper while a nanny manages more responsibilities, like helping with homework and cooking. “Even if it’s only a few hours a week, if you depend on that person, consider the job a part-time nanny,” says Bugbee. “An elevated description will get stronger candidates.”

Put details in writing

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When you professionalize the hiring process, everyone feels like they have equal footing. Spell out the job description, vacation and sick time in a contract. “Families without contracts usually run into problems within three months,” says Erin Krex, president of First Class Care Inc. “It’s commonly over something promised in an offer but later forgotten.” When details are in writing, you both have reminders. “Put together a Household Handbook,” suggests Marcie Wolbeck of Cultural Care Au Pair and Chicago mom of three. “Write down things like which child hates spinach and your approved discipline methods. It’s a great resource for caregivers to better meet your expectations.”

The interview is the time to see if you click and to make sure your requests stick. Be clear on your expectations and confirm they can deliver. “Throw her all the curveballs she could face,” suggests Bugbee. How would you encourage him to eat dinner or handle bedtime battles? “If you’d like her to save smartphone use until after the kids are asleep and she raises her eyebrows, realize it might not be the best

fit,” says Tammy Gold, author of Secrets of the Nanny Whisperer. Just like you expect the caregiver to be honest, tell her exactly what you need. “Put everything on the table in the interview and try not to ask for other things afterwards,” says Branndi Camp, a nanny for nine years. How duped would you feel if you kept being asked to take on additional responsibility without increased pay?

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Respect each other

National average rate for babysitters is $13.44 per hour

While parents insist they don’t want anyone telling them how to raise their children, caregivers say they don’t want to be treated like slaves. Reciprocal respect is imperative. “If you feel like you have to check on your child and his nanny all day long, you probably don’t have the right nanny,” says Chicago mom Amanda Hughes. Teach children to respect the caregiver, too. Give her control and don’t let little ones push the limits. “I tell kids if we both want me to come back, we need to follow the rules,” says Nubia Camacha, a babysitter for 30 years.

Make time to talk Communication is key. Knowing that it’s hard to discuss issues with kids at your legs, schedule a regular time to chat with caregivers. “If you feel uncomfortable

1 in 4 families tip on top of the hourly rate 1 in 10 parents would pay an extra $5 per hour for last-minute sitters Top two reasons families don’t hire a babysitter: It costs too much (57 percent) and it’s too stressful to find someone they like (51 percent) 62 percent of parents have hired a babysitter without checking references

about something, don’t hold back,” Camp says. Nothing is more rancid in a relationship than negative feelings festering. Instead of feeling resentful, find a positive way to discuss the issue. “I’ve never walked away

from a meeting angry,” says Lisa McCormick, a nanny for 27 years. “Even if there was a difference in opinion, we uncovered solutions achievable for both of us.”

Biggest babysitter no-nos are texting (26 percent), playing on social media (22 percent), watching TV (16 percent), having a friend over or looking through their drawers/closets (11 percent) and eating their food without permission (9 percent) Source: Care.com 2015 babysitter survey spending

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Show your gratitude When Gold asks caregivers what they like most about the families they work for, the number one response is, “They appreciate me!” Don’t forget to say thank you for everything she does and enables you to do. “If the baby threw up, reward her with a few extra bucks or book another evening of babysitting right away,” says Bugbee. “Flowers and gifts are great, but handwritten notes are the best,” McCormick says. Think about special perks you can provide, too. Caregivers love to brag about exclusive rewards, like hard-to-get concert tickets.

Back each other up Agree on limits and expectations for independence, then follow through. Caregivers cite rules like picking up toys, putting away dishes or tying their own shoes that were relaxed over weekends. Tired moms and dads think they’re making life easier by avoiding battles. “But parents and caregivers need to be seen as a united front in

“Happy parents plus happy caregivers equals doubly happy kids.” — Tammy Gold childrearing,” says nanny Katie Franseen.

Be cognizant of her time, too Canceling at the last minute is the worst, but if your kid is sick, offer to pay the sitter’s fee. If you’re occasionally running late, a phone call will do, but remember caregivers have lives, too. If you want the best for your kids while you’re away, treating their caregivers with gratitude and respect is as important as pay. “Happy parents plus happy caregivers equals doubly happy kids,” Gold says. Cortney Fries is a mom of two and frequent contributor for Chicago Parent.

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Even when they live in one of the world’s premier architecture cities, kids can find the concept of building design a bit tricky to grasp. That’s why we love Read and Build, Chicago Architecture Foundation’s monthly program for kids 3-5, which combines listening to a story and creating an art project. This month it’s Iggy Peck: Architect, a rhyming tale of a boy who loves to build with whatever materials are on hand. You might want to hide the breakables, just in case. $5. 10-11 a.m. June 3. Chicago Architecture Foundation, 224 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago. (312) 9223432, architecture.org. 3 34 32, ar 32, 32 arch chit ch itec it e tu ec ure re.o re.o org. rg

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2 | TUESDAY MUDPIES AND STONE SOUP.

Kids 3-5 enjoy stories, crafts, muddy games and play in this sensory-based program. Wear shoes and clothes that can get dirty. An adult must accompany each child. $25, $18 members. 9:30-11 a.m. The Morton Arboretum, 4100 Illinois Route 53, Lisle. (630) 968-0074, mortonarb.org.

3 | WEDNESDAY MUDPIES AND STONE SOUP.

Kids 18-35 months enjoy stories, crafts, muddy games and play in this sensory-based program. Wear shoes and clothes that can get dirty. An adult must accompany each child. $22, $15 members. 9:30-10:45 a.m. The Morton Arboretum, 4100 Illinois Route 53, Lisle. (630) 968-0074, mortonarb.org.

5 | FRIDAY BEYOND THE SCORE: RAVEL: A PORTRAIT. A behind-the-scenes look

into the creation of Ravelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s works including his Mother Goose Suite and Lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;enfant et les sortileges. The pieces will be presented theatrically, visually and musically to bring the magical fairy-tale world of Ravel to life in an engaging way that is a perfect introduction for families to the music of this French composer. Recommended for families with kids 8 and up. $25$152. 7:30 p.m. Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Symphony Center, 220 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago. (312) 2943000, cso.org.

superhero. $20 family (maximum four per family). Noon-1:30 p.m. National Museum of Mexican Art, 1852 W. 19th St., Chicago. (312) 738-1503, nationalmuseumofmexicanart.org. VERTICAL CHALLENGE. Work

with a partner to get across balance logs, cargo nets, burma bridges and multi-vines while being 28 feet off the ground. Pre-registration required. $35, $28 resident. 5-8 p.m. Lincoln Marsh Natural Area, Harrison and Pierce avenues, Wheaton. (630) 8712810, lincolnmarsh.org.

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PRE-SCHOOL FAMILY WORKSHOP.

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Kids 3-5 enjoy an age-appropriate learning environment in the gallery and art studio. Participate together in a gallery visit, then design and create a

ANCIENT GAMES DAY. Families with kids 8 and up are invited to learn the games that people have been

playing for thousands of years, and play them inside the galleries, alongside the objects ancient people used during their lifetime. Small coloring and craft activities are available for young children. 1-5 p.m. Oriental Institute Museum, 1155 E. 58th St. (773) 702-9514, oi.uchicago.edu. OPENING DAY FESTIVITIES.

Join one of the dozens of processions that crisscross on the trail-top throughout the day. Plus, sports, arts and nature-centered activities at Walsh, Churchill, Milwaukee/Leavitt and Julia de Burgos, the street-level parks that are part of The 606. The central gathering spot on Humboldt Boulevard between Wabansia and Cortland will feature a music stage, a SummerDance stage, local restaurant vendors, and dozens of hands-on activities for all ages. 8 a.m.-9 p.m. The Bloomingdale

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CALENDAR Trail, Bloomingdale Avenue from Ashland to Ridgeway. the606.org. PLAYDATE AT OLD TOWN: SWEET WATER ROLLING. Enjoy

the sweet sounds of old time, treasured tunes, hand clapping, a singing game, a dance and a celebration of favorite folks songs collected by Ruth Crawford Seeger. Bring along guitars, fiddles and ukuleles. $6, free members. 10 a.m. Old Town School of Folk Music, 4544 N. Lincoln Ave. (773) 728-6000, oldtownschool.org.

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gram to celebrate America, the men and women who serve, and the pride that unites Americans as a whole. Embark on a musical journey through the eyes of three very different composers that concludes with the New World Symphony. $46-$58. 8 p.m. Wentz Concert Hall, 171 E. Chicago Ave., Naperville. (312) 236-3681 ext. 2, chicagosinfonietta.org. FAMILY FUN DAY AT THE

OPEN STUDIOS EVANSTON. A family-friendly art tour of artists’ studios throughout Evanston. In addition to programming designed to get children creating art, artists offer one-on-one demonstrations of their work and process. Noon-5 p.m. Noyes Cultural Arts Center, 927 Noyes St., Evanston. openstudiosevanston.blogspot.com.

7 | SUNDAY CHICAGO BEYOND THE SCORE: RAVEL: A PORTRAIT. See June 5. Today’s time

is 3 p.m. FAMILY TWILIGHT ADVENTURE.

Hike, do activities and roast marshmallows before going on a silent tram ride through the woods after dark. This month will explore noisy nature nights. $19, $16 members. 6-8 p.m. The Morton Arboretum, 4100 Illinois Route 53, Lisle. (630) 968-0074, mortonarb.org. NORTHERN ILLINOIS VINTAGE BASE BALL TOURNAMENT. See

how our national pastime was played as the eight teams play by the rules of 1858 as the DuPage Plowboys, Rockford Forest Citys, Milwaukee Grays and Vermillion Voles compete in a round-robin tournament. $5 parking. 1 p.m. Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. (630) 6685161, cantigny.org.

LIL’. Enjoy The Lil’s heated outdoor

pool with two shallow ends, deep end, pool slide and basketball, interactive splash pad, multi-purpose sports court and tennis courts. Get lunch at The Lil’ Café and top it off with a free snow cone. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. JCYS Lillian L. Lutz Recreation Center, 1195 Half Day Road, Highland Park. (847) 432-6355, jcys. org/thelil.

Park), Elmhurst. (630) 833-1616, lizzadromuseum.org.

STONE HUNT. Kids 5 and up

search for gemstones and minerals specimens among more common rocks and minerals. Learn how to distinguish between rocks and minerals and take home the rocks you find. Reservations recommended. $5, free members. 2-2:45 p.m. Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art, 220 Cottage Hill Ave. (in Wilder

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OPENING DAY FESTIVITIES. See June 5. Today’s times are 10 a.m.-1 p.m. CIVIC CHAMBER MUSIC SERIES. A series of innovative public

MID-AMERICAN CANOE AND KAYAK RACE. Experience the

excitement of paddling the scenic Fox River while enjoying this classic 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 (6 miles) starts at 10 a.m. Check website for cost. Mount St. Mary Park, St. Charles. (630) 859-8606, foxvalleyparkdistrict.org/ event/mid-america-canoe-kayak-race. SPECIAL NEEDS NIGHT AT CENTENNIAL BEACH. Families

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with individuals who have special needs are invited to enjoy a quiet, relaxing evening outside normal hours. The shallow end and shallowend slide will be open. No registration required. Visit the website for details. $3, members may use passes. 6:30-8 p.m. Centennial Beach, 500 W. Jackson Ave., Naperville. (630) 848-5000, napervilleparks.org.

SPRING VALLEY COUNTRY FAIR.

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performances, educational performances at public schools and participation in the 2015 Chicago Youth in Music Festival. Recommended for families with kids 8 and up. Today’s location is National Museum of Mexican Art, 1852 W. 19th St., at 2 p.m. cso.org.

Experience the charm of a community farm fair during the late 19th century. Visitors can stop by the livestock and domestic arts tents, test skills at the wheat bundle toss, pea shelling competition, or try to win a treat at the cake walk. $3, $12 family; free kids 3 and under. Noon-4 p.m. Spring Valley Nature Center & Heritage Farm, 1111 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg. (847) 985-2100, parkfun.com/spring-valley. UNDERSTANDING AND OVERCOMING THE STIGMA OF MENTAL ILLNESS. The confer-

ence is underwritten by the Naomi Ruth Cohen Institute at the Chicago School of Professional Psychology. The conference moderator is Dr. Michael Horowitz, president of TCS Education System. Among the 18 breakouts sessions are Parenting a Child with Mental Illness, Celebrating Recovery from Stigma of Substance Abuse, First Responders and Military Families Dealing with Stigma, a Guide to Disclosing and Reducing Self-Stigma, and from Self-Stigma to Reclaiming the Self. $55. 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Beth Emet Synagogue, 1224 Dempster St., Evanston. naomicoheninstitute.org.

UNITED WE STAND. See June 6.

Today’s performance is at 7:30 p.m. and costs $16-$99. Symphony Center, 220 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago.

10 | WEDNESDAY MUDPIES AND STONE SOUP.

Lisle. See June 2.

12 | FRIDAY CHILDREN’S GARDEN CAMPOUT.

A campout designed especially for families with kids 2 and up complete with hands-on activity stations, snacks, night hikes and bedtime stories. Pitch a tent on the lawn inside the Children’s Garden and get ready for a night filled with fun. Bring your own tent. Light evening snacks and light breakfast included. $37, $30 members. 6:30 p.m.-9 a.m. The Morton Arboretum, 4100 Illinois Route 53, Lisle. (630) 968-0074, mortonarb.org.

13 | SATURDAY SUBURBS ANNUAL ROCK SWAP. Buy or swap for rocks, minerals, fossils,

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geodes, cabochons, slaps, jewelry and lapidary-arts treasures. Special activities are entertaining and educational for kids, like the magic show of minerals presented by Geo Juniors. 1-5 p.m. St. Peter’s United Church of Christ, 8013 Laramie Ave., Skokie. (773) 774-2054, chicagorocks.org.

Dash at 8 a.m. Block party includes live music, beer garden, food and kids’ corner with games, inflatables, face painting 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.

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KIDS OUTDOOR FLEA MARKET.

The show combines rap, film, hip hop-influenced dance, and all manner of percussion including drumline licks and body slaps. 2-3 p.m. Morton Grove Public Library, 6140 Lincoln Ave., Morton Grove. (847) 929-5102, webrary.org.

Kids 5-13 sign up to sell toys, sports equipment, games and more. Picnic tables for merchandise and advertising are provided. An adult must accompany child through the entire event. $20 for a table, $14 resident. 9 a.m.-noon. Downers Grove Park District, 935 Maple Ave., Downers Grove. (630) 963-1300, dgparks.org.

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the concert, check out the new interactive, family-friendly space on the north lawn offering large-scale percussion instruments. $5, $15. Gates open at 10 a.m., concert begins at 11 a.m. Ravinia Festival, 418 Sheridan Road, Highland Park. (847) 266-5100, ravinia.org. ST. NORBERT ANNUAL BLOCK PARTY. Features 5K fun run and Kids’

SECOND SATURDAY: WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH. This

month’s theme is the environment, owing to Robert McCormick’s interest in farming when he lived at Cantigny. Activities will include a “make and take” related to plants, for families with kids 6-12. $5 parking. Noon-3 p.m. Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. (630) 668-5161, cantigny.org.

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17 | WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON ADVENTURES: POTAWATOMI. Kids 5-12, with

adult, explore the Native American tribe Potawatomi with Native American photographer and artist Sharon Hoogstraten. Plus, create a rain stick and a dream catcher. $3, $2 members. 1-3 p.m. Des Plaines History Center, 781 Pearson St., Des Plaines. (847) 391-5399, desplaineshistory.org.

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Acrobats from China combine acrobatics, dance, costumes and traditional music in an unforgettable performance. $10. 8 p.m. Ravinia Festival, 418 Sheridan Road, Highland Park. (847) 266-5100, ravinia.org. KO-THI DANCE COMPANY. The

TRADITIONAL BUCKSKIN TANNING. Traditional buckskin

tanner, Spring de Leon, gives instruction on tanning deerskin into buckskin. Includes a 10 a.m. lecture and a hands-on experience at 1 p.m. $8. 10 a.m. Garfield Farm Museum, 3N016 Garfield Road, Campton Hills. (630) 584-8485, garfieldfarm.org.

14 | SUNDAY SUBURBS THE MARIACHI DIVAS. Part of the Kraft Kids Concert series. Gates open at noon; show is at 1 p.m. $10 lawn, $5 park. Ravinia Festival, 418 Sheridan Road, Highland Park. (847) 266-5100, ravinia.org. KIDS’ CONCERT: ISTVAN AND HIS IMAGINARY BAND. Istvan

plays an irresistible mix of interactive rock and roll, country, pop punk and sing-alongs that kids love. Lawn seating; chairs and blankets welcome. $5 parking. Noon. Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. (630) 668-5161, cantigny.org.

dancers are trained in African history, mythology and art techniques and are taught to use rhythm and dance to captivate and inspire the audience. $10. 11 a.m. Ravinia Festival, 418 Sheridan Road, Highland Park. (847) 266-5100, ravinia.org. WORLD’S LARGEST SWIM LESSON. Water parks and pools

all over the globe attempt to break the Guinness World Record for the largest simultaneous swimming lesson. Everyone registered receives a 30-minute swim lesson, along with other fun giveaways and prizes. The pool stays open at 10:30 a.m. for all participants for open swim. $5, free with preregistration. 9-10:30 a.m. East End Pool, 463 Schiller, Elmhurst. (630) 993-8986, epd.org.

19 | FRIDAY FAMILY NIGHT OUT: GOLF.

Guest can expect a few fun surprises that all ages will enjoy. No golf experience necessary. $2 parking. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. (630) 6685161, cantigny.org.

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Lisle. See June 6. Today’s times are 7-9 p.m.

TRADITIONAL BUCKSKIN TANNING. THE FROG LADY. The Frog

Lady brings more than 20 live reptiles and amphibians for exciting hands-on fun. Learn all about these amazing animals and why they are so cool. Plus, touch and hold several of the animals after the show. 1 p.m. Oakbrook Terrace Park District, 1 South 325 Ardmore Ave., Oakbrook Terrace. (630) 627-6100, obtpd.org.

20 | SATURDAY CHICAGO PUERTO RICAN PARADE.

18 holes of around-the-world golfing adventure 3459 Oakton Street • Skokie (847) 674-1500 ext. 3100 • SkokieParks.org

Humboldt Park’s Puerto Rican community celebrates the 36th anniversary of the People’s Parade along Division Street. Noon. Division from Western to Sacramento. cityof chicago.org/specialevents.

SUBURBS BRICKWORLD. Enjoy interactive activities, such as the Lego and Duplo play brick areas, fighting robots and seek-and-finds. $11, $10 advance. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Renaissance Schaumburg Hotel & Convention Center, 1551 N. Thoreau Drive, Schaumburg. brickworld.us/chicago. DAIRY BREAKFAST AND FARM DAY. Celebrate National Dairy Month

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HIGHLAND DANCING - BAGPIPING - CELTIC ROCK MUSIC - CHILDREN’S ACTIVITIES - GENEALOGY - WHISKY TASTING - CELTIC MARKETPLACE - HEAVY ATHLETICS AND MUCH MORE!

Hill Ave. (in Wilder Park), Elmhurst. (630) 833-1616, lizzadromuseum.org.

and enjoy a farm-style breakfast featuring of dairy items. Includes farm tours, demonstrations, hay rides and handson activities. $10, $5 kids 2-10, free kids under 2. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Wagner Farm, 1510 Wagner Road, Glenview. (847) 657-1506, glenviewparks.org. ROCK & MINERAL IDENTIFICATION.

Geologist Sara Johnson presents an introduction to rocks and minerals for kids 8 and up. Learn how to make a basic mineral test kit. Hands on identification procedures include observation skills and hardness tests. All materials are provided. $5, $3 members. 10:30 a.m. Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art, 220 Cottage

Campton Hills. See June 13. FISH-O-RAMA. Kids 15 and under, with an adult, participate in an open fishing contest. Registration required. Fishing contestants are required to catch their own fish. All children must be supervised by an adult. Concessions and bait available for purchase. 8-11 a.m. Lincoln Marsh Natural Area, Harrison and Pierce avenues, Wheaton. (630) 871-2810, lincolnmarsh.org. SCANDINAVIAN MIDSOMMAR CELEBRATION. Festival opens with

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 picnic. $5, free kids 12 and under. 3:30-10 p.m. Vasa Park Route 31, South Elgin. vasaparkil.com. WORLD GIRAFFE DAY. Celebrate the longest day of the year with some long-necked animals. Join in a parade, craft activities, Zoo Chats about giraffes and more. Free with admission. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Brookfield Zoo, 8400 31st St., Brookfield. (708) 688-8000, czs.org.

21 | SUNDAY CHICAGO MAKE MUSIC CHICAGO.

Music-makers of all ages, abilities and musical tastes gather for performances and participatory events throughout Chicago’s public spaces, including Daley Plaza, Old Town School of Folk Music, Lincoln Park Zoo, Chicago Cultural Center, Museum of Contemporary Art, The Field Museum, The Newberry Library, the 606 Bloomingdale Trail and Chicago Riverwalk plus more than 30 Chicago Park District sites. Sunrise to sunset. Various locations. makemusic chicago.com.

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June 20. Today’s times are 10 a.m.-3 p.m. FATHER’S DAY BIRDS & BAGELS HIKE. Families with kids 4 and up

kick off Father’s Day by hiking the trails in search of some feathered friends. Afterward, observe birds at the feeders and enjoy a breakfast of bagels, fruit, coffee and juice. $8. 8-9:30 a.m. Downers Grove Park District, 935 Maple Ave., Downers Grove. (630) 963-1300, dgparks.org. SWEDISH DAY. Features

Scandinavian song and dance, Swedish food, Viking encampment, children’s activities, Maypole raising, food

and carnival games. $5, free kids 12 and under. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Good Templar Park, 528 East Side Drive, Geneva. (847) 845-2640, swedishday.net.

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Learn basic fishing techniques, fishing ethics, safety issues, rules and regulations. Receive instruction on baiting a hook, tying a knot, casting and how to handle and return fish to the water. Participants practice catch-and-release fishing in a stocked lake. Pre-registration required. $15, $10 resident. 1-2:30 p.m. Lake View Nature Center, 17W063 Hodges Road, Oakbrook Terrace. (630) 9418747, obtpd.org/lvnc.

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CALENDAR 23 | TUESDAY RIVER TRAILS NATURE CENTER PRESENTS: BUGS. Kids

can explore the nature center’s cool collection of bugs and learn all about the creepy crawly creatures that live all around us. 3-4 p.m. Morton Grove Public Library, 6140 Lincoln Ave., Morton Grove. (847) 929-5102, webrary.org.

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BUSY BEAVERS. Kids 18-35 months, with adult, discover the special features of beavers that allow them to build their home with trees. Check out the beaver dam in Wonder Pond and practice building a dam of your own. Hike, listen to stories and play games in an interactive sensorybased class. $22, $15 members. 9:3010:45 a.m. The Morton Arboretum, 4100 Illinois Route 53, Lisle. (630) 968-0074, mortonarb.org.

24 | WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON ADVENTURES: DES PLAINES FARMS AND BEYOND.

If a small fire started in your kitchen, would you ignore it? Of course not. In much the same way, it’s critical to find breast cancer early, when it’s most treatable. Call 1-877 GO KOMEN or visit komen.org to learn more. Because every woman is at risk.

Kids 5-12 dig into farm culture and explore the truck farms. Plus, create a sock monster that will grow hair and a small take-home farm on a terra cotta saucer. $3, $2 members. 1-3 p.m. Des Plaines History Center, 781 Pearson St., Des Plaines. (847) 391-5399, desplaineshistory.org. BUSY BEAVERS. Kids 3-5 discover

the special features of beavers that allow them to build their home with trees. Check out the beaver dam in Wonder Pond and practice building a dam of your own. Hike, listen to stories and play games in this interactive sensory-based class. $25, $18 members. 9:30-11 a.m. The Morton Arboretum, 4100 Illinois Route 53, Lisle. (630) 968-0074, mortonarb.org.

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Symphony Orchestra performs Hollywood’s most epic and heroic film scores. Featuring selections from Superman, Star Wars, Austin Powers, James Bond and more. $49. 7:30 p.m. The Morton Arboretum,

4100 Illinois Route 53, Lisle. (312) 294-3000, cso.org.

26 | FRIDAY RUSSIAN SPLENDOR. The Chicago

Symphony Orchestra heads to The Morton Arboretum for an evening of Russian masterpieces. The delightful Circus Polka, written to accompany an elephant ballet, leads into Stravinsky’s first ballet score, The Firebird. The concert ends with Rachmaninov’s well-known Second Symphony. $40. 7:30 p.m. The Morton Arboretum, 4100 Illinois Route 53, Lisle. (312) 294-3000, cso.org.

27 | SATURDAY CHICAGO CIRCO TAP! Chicago Tap Theatre continues its circus odyssey with a live performance combining traditional circus arts with tap dance. Audiences experience tap dance as never before, in a thrilling evening of danger and rhythm. $35 regular; $27 seniors; $22 students and dancers. 8 p.m. Athenaeum Theatre, 2936 N. Southport. (773) 655-1175, chicago aptheatre.com. DRAGON BOAT RACE FOR LITERACY. Experience the

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SUBURBS COOK COUNTY FAIR. 4-H children have conference judging, plus carnival events such as Extreme Air Bungee Jump, Double Lane Extreme Slide, Cow Milking Contest, Photo Booth and food. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Toyota Park, 7000 S. Harlem Ave., Bridgeview. web.extension.illinois. edu/cook/4h.html. NATIONAL PIANO CONFERENCE FAMILY CONCERT. Kurt Bestor

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dance performances, booth vendors and special guest appearances. Proceeds are donated to promote literacy. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Ping Tom

presents an evening of favorite Disney and Sondheim tunes with special guests including the Raue Orchestra, principal violinist Mark Agnor, vocalists Kim Shriver, Jene Johnson and the Encore Youth Choir. $30, $6 kids. 7 p.m. Raue Center for the Arts, 26 N. Williams St., Crystal Lake. (815) 356-9212, rauecenter.org. GLENVIEW SUMMERFEST.

Showcases a range of regional

businesses and civic organizations. Favorites include the Glenview Fire Department’s fire pole and special entertainment and kid-friendly activities. Plus balloons, crafts, puppies, live music and a beer tent. 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Lehigh between Glenview Road and Washington Street, Glenview. (847) 724-0900, business.glenviewchamber.com. MARC DUNWORTH PUPPETS PRESENTS: HERE COMES THE CIRCUS! Handcrafted

puppets perform circus tricks to inspiring music entertaining the entire family. Meet the puppets and puppeteer after the show. 2-3 p.m. Morton Grove Public Library, 6140 Lincoln Ave., Morton Grove. (847) 929-5102, webrary.org. CARDBOARD REGATTA. The re-

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p.m. Lake Ellyn Park, Glen Ellyn. glenellyn4thofjuly.com. RED OAKS VINTAGE BASE BALL FESTIVAL. Enjoy America’s

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Pastime as it was played during Civil War times under the rules of 1858. The DuPage Plowboys, Oregon Ganymedes and Huntington Hill Toppers showcase their skill and sportsmanship in a round robin tournament. $5 parking. 1 p.m. Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. (630) 668-5161, cantigny.org.

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live music, theater, dance, puppetry, wine tastings and workshops. This year’s theme, “Celebrate Community!” is focused on bringing diverse neighbors together through the arts. Also includes a Community Parade on May 30. Includes children’s performances by Circesteem, Lifeline Theatre, Merry Music Makers, Swift School and Storytown Improv. Free$20. Check website for schedule. May 29-June 7. Pivot Arts, 1443 W. Norwood St., Chicago. (773) 6090782, pivotarts.org.

TASTE OF MEXICO. Revel in authentic Mexican foods when 26th Street, the bustling hub of Little Village and Chicago’s Mexican community, hosts a cultural extravaganza. Highlights include Restaurant Row, cooking demos, music and cultural stages and more. 5-10:30 p.m. June 5; noon-10:30 p.m. June 6-7. 3000 W. 26th Street (at Sacramento), Chicago. (773) 868-3010, chicagoevents.com.

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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 6; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. June 7. 57th Street, Chicago. 57thstreetartfair.org. REMIX CHICAGO. Features juried

art made from recycled and found materials and music, food and workshops/educational events for all ages. $5 gate donation. Noon-10 p.m. June 6-7. 2300 N. Milwaukee, Chicago. (773) 433-8048, remixchicago.com. ROCKFORD AIRFEST. Features

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more than 110 juried artists, live music, food and kids’ activities. Art enthusiasts of all ages can make their mark on a graffiti wall. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. June 6-7. 121 W. Campbell, Arlington Heights. (847) 926-4300, promenadeofartarlingtonheights.com.

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entertainment on five stages and family activities including face painting, games and a pet parade. The Swedish American Museum sponsors Swedish entertainment, music and dancing around the Midsommar Maypole. $10; free kids under 12. 5-10 p.m. June 12 (between Balmoral and Catalpa Avenues only); noon-10

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RIBFEST CHICAGO. Enjoy ribs and other food and listen to bands while the kids hang out at “Kids Square” featuring entertainment, inflatables and games. Plus, celebrity-judged “Best Ribs” award and amateur and professional rib-eating competitions. $5. Ribfest: 5-10 p.m. June 12, noon10 p.m. June 13-14. Kids Square: noon-8 p.m. Saturday, noon-7 p.m. Sunday. Lincoln Avenue at Irving Park Road, Chicago. (773) 525-3609, ribfest-chicago.com. OLD TOWN 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 13-14. Lincoln Avenue and Wisconsin Street, Chicago. (312) 337-1938, oldtown artfair.org. WELLS STREET ART FESTIVAL.

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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 18-19; noon-10 p.m. June 20-21. Division and California, Chicago. (773) 868-3010, chicagoevents.com. LOCKPORT OLD CANAL DAYS. Features parade, carnival,

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Experience the cultures of Europe with culinary delights, musical performances, dancing demonstrations, and more. Hike the trails and explore the arboretum’s collections of trees and plants native to central and northern Europe, some of the oldest collections on the grounds. Free with arboretum admission. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. June 20-21. The Morton Arboretum, 4100 Illinois Route 53, Lisle. (630) 968-0074, mortonarb.org. GOLD COAST ART FAIR AT GRANT PARK. Showcases the work

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SJC FEST. Features carnival

rides, midway games, food from area restaurants, a bake sale, face painting, live music and entertainment and more. Food and rides cost extra. 5-10:30 p.m. June 25; 5 p.m.-midnight June 26; 1 p.m.-midnight June 27; noon-10 p.m. June 28. St. John of the Cross, 51st Street and Wolf Road, Western Springs. (708) 246-4404, sjcfest.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. Noon10 p.m. June 21-22. Damen Avenue, between North and Schiller, Chicago. (312) 850-9390, greenmusicfest chicago.com.

TASTE OF JOLIET. Features live music, carnival, food vendors and kid zone. This year’s headliners are The Plain White T’s, Cheap Trick and Big & Rich. Check website for cost and schedule. June 26-28. ATI Field at Joliet Memorial Stadium, 3000 W. Jefferson St., Joliet. (815) 741-7275, tasteofjoliet.com.

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. Check website for schedule. June 23-28. South Third Street and West State Street (Rte. 38),

LOGAN SQUARE ARTS FESTIVAL.

Features art installations across the neighborhood, music, craft beer, food from neighborhood restaurants

and family fun. Check website for cost and schedule. June 26-28. I AM Logan Square Gallery, 2644 ½ N. Milwaukee, Chicago. (847) 675-2580, milwaukeeavenueartsfestival.org. LONG GROVE STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL. Features food, shopping,

entertainment and strawberry-related activities. Plus, activities, kiddie rides, face painting, outdoor activities and tents of family and education-oriented products. $5, free kids. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. June 26; 10 a.m.-8 p.m. June 27; 10 a.m.-6 p.m. June 28. Long Grove Historic Village, 307 Old McHenry Road, Long Grove. (847) 634-0888, visitlonggrove.com. FOUNTAIN SQUARE ARTS FESTIVAL. Features the works of

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ELSTON AVENUE SAUSAGE & MUSIC FEST. Encased meats will be

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Elephant and Pig ggi gie’ es e’ We are in a Play! See page 78 THE LITTLE MERMAID. Through June 6. This underwater story follows inquisitive mermaid, Melody, who embarks on an adventure to explore a whole new human world even though her father King Poseidon forbids it. When she and the prince fall in love, Melody must decide whether to leave her home under the sea to live life as a human. $15. 10 a.m.; additional performances 1 p.m. Saturdays. Drury Lane Oakbrook Terrace, 100 Drury Lane, Oakbrook Terrace. (630) 530-0111, drurylaneoakbrook.com. FANCY NANCY: THE MUSICAL.

Through June 6. From the top of her tiara down to her sparkly shoes, Nancy’s ready to take the spotlight in her first dance recital. But when someone else gets picked to be the prima ballerina, can Nancy still bring fancy flair to her role? Call for cost. Emerald City Theatre Company, Apollo Theatre, 2540 N. Lincoln Ave.,

Chicago. (773) 935-6100, emerald citytheatre.com. BIG FISH. Through June 7. In the

storybook past, Edward Bloom is a teenager encountering a Witch, a Giant, a Mermaid, and the love of his life. In the present-day real world, Edward’s son, Will, prepares to be a father himself. By the end, Will has discovered the key secret behind his father’s larger-than-life stories. $40-$44. 2 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays; 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 2:30 p.m. Sundays. Theatre at the Center, The Center for Visual and Performing Arts, 1040 Ridge Road, Munster, Ind. (219) 8363255, theatreatthecenter.com.

present. Check website for cost. 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. Athenaeum Theatre, 2936 N. Southport Ave., Chicago. (773) 935-6875, athenaeumtheatre.com. THAT’S WEIRD GRANDMA: SUMMER BLOCK PARTY. Opens

June 8. All new stories, conceived and written by Chicago Public School students and adapted for the stage and performed by Barrel of Monkeys Company Members. $12, $6 kids under 12. 8 p.m. Mondays. Barrel of Monkeys, The Neo-Futurarium Theater (2nd Floor), 5153 N. Ashland Ave., Chicago. (312) 409-1954, barrelofmonkeys.org.

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take flight in this intensely physical and dynamic collection of new works by ADC resident and guest choreographers. $10-30. 8 p.m. June 12, 13

and 27; 2 p.m. June 28. Aerial Dance Chicago, Ruth Page Center for the Arts, 1016 N. Dearborn St., Chicago. (773) 463-4402, aerialdancechicago.org. THE SOUND OF MUSIC. Celebrate

the story of Maria, who falls in love with Captain von Trapp and his seven children, set against the backdrop of Nazi-occupied Austria. $20-$25. 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 3 p.m. Sundays. June 12-28. Theatre at Meiley-Swallow Hall, 31 S. Ellsworth St., Naperville. (630) 447-8497, brightsidetheatre.com. GRANT PARK MUSIC FESTIVAL. Opens June 17. More

than 20 concerts. Visit website for concert schedule and information. Millennium Park, Chicago. grantpark musicfestival.com. 2015 CHICAGO CONTEMPORARY CIRCUS FESTIVAL. The festival

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Favorite characters from Mo Willems’ beloved Elephant and Piggie series take the stage for this vaudevillian romp of a musical. $15 and up. Check website for schedule. Emerald City Theatre Company, Apollo Theatre, 2540 N. Lincoln Ave., Chicago. (773) 935-6100, emeraldcitytheatre.com.

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PERFORMANCES porridge, three chairs and three beds. $12. 10:30 a.m. selected weekdays. Stahl Family Theater, 5900 W. Belmont Ave., Chicago. (773) 2059600, chicagokidscompany.com.

HOGWASH: AN IMPROVISED TALL TALE. Interactive kids’ show

where the kids help guide the story from scene to scene and song to song with talented improvisers. Kids create backdrop of the story and pick out the costumes. For tickets, email shelby@bughousetheater.com. Recommended for families with kids 2-12. $10 kids, adults free. 10:30 a.m. Saturdays. Bughouse Theater, 1910 W. Irving Park, Chicago. hogwash kids.com.

THE PIED PIPER. The creators of

Strawdog’s hit The Hunting of the Snark bring their innovative, physical, DIY aesthetic to the haunting tunes of Browning’s Pied Piper of Hamelin. $15. Noon and 8 p.m. Sundays; 8 p.m. Mondays-Tuesdays. Strawdog Theatre Company, Hugen Hall, 3829 N. Broadway St., Chicago. (773) 5289696, strawdog.org.

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production provides a visceral insight into the realities of life in the “secret annex,” in which the tight quarters and forced intimacy serve as an ever-present reminder of the danger just outside. $55-$75. Check website for schedule. Books on Vernon, 664 Vernon Ave., Glencoe. (847) 2426000, writerstheatre.org.

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to Bingo the dog’s birthday, but no one can find him, in this interactive performance just for the very young. $15;

$8 kids under 1. Emerald City Theatre Company, Emerald City’s Little Theatre, 2933 N Southport Ave., Chicago. (773) 935-6100, emeraldcitytheatre.com.

improv comedy show in which two teams create comedy scenes, songs and games right on the spot based on suggestions. The audience chooses the winner and the show is never the same twice. Recommended for families with kids 7 and up. $22. 8 p.m. Thursdays-Saturdays; additional show at 6 p.m. Saturdays. ComedySportz Theatre, 929 W. Belmont Ave., Chicago. (773) 5498080, comedysportzchicago.com.

WATCH YOUR KIDS GROW. As you wiggle and worm with your toddler, you’ll find that this experience is about so much more than just music. By coming here, you might just learn something new about your child — and about yourself. Join other parents from across the city for Wiggleworms®, a Chicago area rite of passage. Sign up today at oldtownschool.org

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ONGOING EVENTS OTHER EVENTS TREE POSE YOGA. Kids 3-6, with adult, learn about the environment while stretching, moving and breathing like the creatures around them with a certified YogaKids instructor. $17, $10 members. 9:30-10:30 a.m. Mondays. The Morton Arboretum, 4100 Illinois Route 53, Lisle. (630) 968-0074, mortonarb.org. BABY AND ME TIME. A chance for

parents of infants to meet others adjusting to parenthood, ask questions and make friends. A nurse representative from Advocate Lutheran General Hospital answers questions and facilitates discussions. Free with museum admission. 9:30-11 a.m. Mondays. Kohl Children’s Museum, 2100 Patriot Blvd., Glenview. (847) 832-6600, kohlchildrensmuseum.org. FAMILY WORKSHOP: LITTLE LURIE GARDENERS. Program

offers kids 1-3 and their caregivers an interactive exploration of the

natural world through live music and movement. Come prepared to sing, dance and smell the flowers in this garden in the city. Pre-registration is required. 10-10:45 a.m. Mondays. The Lurie Garden in Millennium Park, Columbus Drive and Monroe Street, Chicago. (312) 228-1004, lurie garden.org. WILD WEDNESDAYS. Kids 3-10 enjoy hands-on nature exploration through games and crafts. Each week has a theme. $5 parking. 1-3 p.m. Wednesdays. Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. (630) 668-5161, cantigny.org. WILD WEDNESDAYS. Starts June 17. Hear stories, enjoy a special hike and learn about the featured animal. Borrow a fishing pole or rent a paddle boat. Popcorn and lemonade are for sale. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Wednesdays. Lake View Nature Center, 17W063 Hodges Road, Oakbrook Terrace. (630) 941-8747, obtpd.org/lvnc.

ACORN EXPRESS ADVENTURES.

Families with kids 2 and up take an open-air tram ride adventure through the arboretum. Plus, make a craft and explore new topics each week. $5, $4 members, plus admission. 11-11:45 a.m. Wednesdays and Fridays. The Morton Arboretum, 4100 Illinois Route 53, Lisle. (630) 968-0074, mortonarb.org. AQUATIC-THEMED FAMILY DROPIN ACTIVITIES. Explore the plants

and animals in aquatic habitats. Use scientific tools to look at tiny critters living under water, find out what makes water plants different from land plants, and more. Activities vary from week to week. $25-$30 parking. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Wednesdays and weekends. Chicago Botanic Garden, 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe. (847) 835-5440, chicagobotanic.org. THEATRE GAMES. Kids that are

excited by creativity and have a flair for the dramatic can participate in theater games like The Backwards

Room, What’s in a Frame?, Hello Spring and Orchestral Storm. Free with museum admission. 1:30 p.m. Thursdays. Kohl Children’s Museum, 2100 Patriot Blvd., Glenview. (847) 832-6600, kohlchildrensmuseum.org. CHICAGO SUMMERDANCE.

Starts June 26. Free one-hour dance lessons by professional instructors and two hours of live music and dancing are presented as a part of the largest annual outdoor dancing series in the U.S. 6-7 p.m. dance lessons, 7:30-9:30 p.m. live music and dancing Fridays-Saturdays; 4-5 p.m. dance lessons, 5-7 p.m. live music and dancing Sundays. Spirit of Music Garden in Grant Park, 601 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago. (312) 742-4007, chicago summerdance.org. MATH COUNTS. A fun program that

introduces the basic building blocks of math. Young mathematicians enjoy a special storytime before engaging in activities that teach sets and patterns, counting, geometry and algebraic

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ONGOING EVENTS thinking. Free with museum admission. 2:30-4 p.m. alternate Fridays. Kohl Children’s Museum, 2100 Patriot Blvd., Glenview. (847) 832-6600, kohlchildrensmuseum.org. SCIENCE FRIDAYS. Features

activities like Windmobiles and Kitchen Chemistry. Budding scientists enjoy the combination of learning, play and laughter as they experiment together. Free with museum admission. 2:30-4 p.m. alternate Fridays. Kohl Children’s Museum, 2100 Patriot Blvd., Glenview. (847) 832-6600, kohlchildrensmuseum.org. ARLINGTON PARK RACE TRACK FAMILY DAYS. The Junior Jockey Zone

includes free petting zoo, pony rides, face painting, a bounce house and more. Free with admission. 1-5 p.m. Sundays. Arlington Park Racecourse, 2200 W. Euclid, Arlington Heights. (847) 385-7500, arlingtonparklive.com. LEGO BUILD. These casual weekly

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ONGOING EVENTS month, and are a great place to learn about design principles while exploring the playful side of architecture. $10, $5 members. 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Sundays. Chicago Architecture Foundation, 224 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago. (312) 9223432, architecture.org.

EXHIBITS MISSION MOON. Follow the

legendary career of Captain James A. Lovell, Jr.—an astronaut immortalized on film as the commander of Apollo 13—from his childhood through his quest for the Moon. Hear the stories of Lovell’s family, NASA’s Mission Control, and others who made the quest to land a man on the Moon possible. Free with museum admission. Adler Planetarium, 1300 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago. (312) 922STAR (7827), adlerplanetarium.org. FESTIVAL OF FLIGHT. Watch trained birds soar, swoop and dive as they demonstrate natural flight abilities. Vultures, hawks, parrots,

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ONGOING EVENTS zoo admission. Brookfield Zoo, 8400 31st St., Brookfield. (708) 688-8000, czs.org. WWII LANDING CRAFT DISPLAY. The First Division

Museum’s largest historic artifact, a restored landing craft (or LCVP) from World War II, is on outdoor exhibit in honor of the 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) 668-5161, cantigny.org. BUTTERFLIES & BLOOMS.

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 visitors identify species. Visitors can observe butterflies hatching through a window into the pupa emergence room. $6, $5 seniors, $4 kids 3-12. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., weather permitting. Chicago Botanic Garden, 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe. (847) 835-5440, chicagobotanic.org. THE SECRET LIVES OF OBJECTS.

Features objects both extraordinary and unfamiliar that have emerged from the museum’s protected vaults to tell their tales and shine a light on their mysterious pasts. Free with museum admission. Chicago History Museum, 1601 N. Clark St., Chicago. (312) 642-4600, chicagohistory.org. AMPHIBIANS. Developed and designed exclusively by Shedd, the one-of-a-kind exhibit offers guests a visual, audio and hands-on experience immersing them in the changing lives of salamanders, sirens, frogs, toads, newts and more. John G. Shedd Aquarium, 1200 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago. (312) 939-2438, sheddaquarium.org. STINGRAY TOUCH. Shedd staff

members guide guests through the 15-minute touch experience, while providing interesting facts about stingrays. John G. Shedd Aquarium, 1200 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago. (312) 939-2438, sheddaquarium.org.

CHAGALL FOR KIDS. Opens June

3. Showcases 14 multi-sensory exploration stations, each incorporating a high-quality reproduction of one of Marc Chagall’s works. Interactive components offer hands-on activities and an audio description of each work specifically geared to children. Free with admission. Kohl Children’s Museum, 2100 Patriot Blvd., Glenview. (847) 832-6600, kohl childrensmuseum.org. MATERIALS SCIENCE. Learn the

science behind familiar materials, like plastics and metals, explore where materials science is headed next and discover how breakthroughs in materials science have shaped our world. An Atomic Probe Field Ion Microscope is on display. Free with museum admission. Museum of Science and Industry, 5700 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago. (773) 6841414, msichicago.org. MONUMENTAL. Exhibit allows chil-

dren to explore the building styles, construction techniques, decorative elements, and cultural attributes of Greek and Maya monuments. Visitors can construct their own Acropolis using blocks and stones, or re-create the pyramids at Chichen Itza with foam blocks. Costumes and props provide opportunities for dramatic play. Touch pads allow children to superimpose their face onto the body of Athena, Poseidon or Apollo. Free with museum admission. National Hellenic Museum, 333 S. Halsted St., Chicago. (312) 655-1234, national hellenicmuseum.org. MODEL RAILROAD GARDEN: LANDMARKS OF AMERICA. The

Model Railroad Garden delights visitors 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; special evening hours Wednesdays starting June 10 until 8 p.m. Chicago Botanic Garden, 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe. (847) 835-5440, chicagobotanic.org.

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ou heard it from Michelle Obama herself: Let’s move! We can probably thank the First Lady (and her untiring efforts) for the recent push for physical fitness in the kiddie set. And we think there’s no better time than sunny, warm-but-not-hot June to get your offspring off the couch and running around.

At Keeping Kids Fit Day, it’s all about getting kids to go a little kinetic. Kids 3-12 learn teamwork through relay races, navigate an obstacle course and take on other physical tasks, then refuel with healthy snacks. Plus there are fun giveaways as a reward for getting your fit on. Free. Noon-2 p.m. June 13. Oakbrook Terrace Park District, Terrace View Park. (630) 627-6100, obtpd.org. You don’t need to be an elite

athlete to take part in Fun and Fit Family Day. The event includes a 5K Run or 2-Mile Walk, followed by activities for kids, sponsor booths and a full range of animals. Plus, stick around for a healthy meal at the Magnolia Café. $25, $100 family before June 5; $30, $120 family. 9 a.m.-noon. June 27. Lambs Farm, I-94 and Route 176, Libertyville. (847) 3624636, lambsfarm.org. You never know what exercise will look like at Fitness for All, Kohl Children’s Museum’s series

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