Not a day goes by that I don't get to hang out with a dad who inspires me. Yesterday, I was able to spend some … Read more ›

FOR MORE INFORMATION: Contact Judy Zemeske, Libertyville, Troop Coordinator IL-1190; (847) 549-9654 judy@trinitylink.com Hand carved palm-sized pinewood derby race cars are no longer property of … Read more ›

Kids – Ask your parents to drop you off on Sunday May 20, to the Sunset Foods cooking studio in Northbrook where a hands-on workshop called … Read more ›

Every year around this time, someone comes out with a study that tallies up the monetary worth of motherhood. But that's silly, I think, as … Read more ›

Four years ago, I posted my first column on TribLocal, inviting you to follow my adventures as a working parent. With each submission, I’ve shared … Read more ›

Dancenter North will offer a special workshop for 4 and 5 year olds this June: the "Singing Teddy Bears Picnic". This fairy tale class will … Read more ›

Girls ages three and a half through five are invited to join Dancenter North this summer for a special new program: Ballerina Dreams Camp. This … Read more ›

I recently took my teenage son to the pediatrician for an annual check-up. Driving to the doctor’s office, my son asked, “Do I have to … Read more ›

Kids can practice using a knife safely in the Thyme in the Kitchen cooking workshop at the Sunset Foods studio in Lake Forest on Sunday, … Read more ›

There are two small luxuries to a parents of young children. A hot cup of coffee and being able to finish a sentence without interruption. … Read more ›