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National Boys and Girls Club Of America Club Week

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It’s National Boys & Girls Club Week! I’ve spoke about the National Boys and Girls Club in the past and how they have wonderful programs for youth in neighboring communities. You can learn about your neighborhood Club and how it supports local kids and the community. During this week of April 7th – April 13th, [...]

Mariano’s Fresh Market Provides a Whole New Shopping Experience

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Mariano’s Fresh Market just celebrated with a Grand opening in Frankfort, IL. Providing a whole new way to shop for consumers customers will be delighted at the meal options to grocery options to put food on the table. We not only were surprised at the amount of food service stations that Mariano’s offered but we [...]

Famliy Fun at the Monster Jam Monster Truck Show

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The Advanced Auto Parts Monster Jam was in Chicago this weekend and my family was invited to attend. The kids just love anything that has to do with racing and trucks, as well as any type of motorized racing vehicles. Hubby’s been a gear head since a child and he’s raising little gear heads, too. [...]

Disney On Ice presents All New Skating Spectacular “Treasure Trove” #ChiDisneyOnIce

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Disney On Ice all new Skating Spectacular Treasure Trove AllState Arena in Chicago September 13 – September 16, 2012 There’s nothing on earth like attending Disney on Ice Presentations featuring a cast of Disney Film and Storybook Characters that children and mom and dads alike have grown up with and love. You’ll be delighted and [...]

10 Great Labor Day Weekend Boredom Busters

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Looking for something fun to do this Labor Day Weekend? Here’s 10 Great Labor Day weekend boredom busters that will sure to be a hit with the whole family.  There’s 3 fun filled weekend days coming up. No school or work for many on Monday. Enjoy your extended weekend. 1.  Family Film at Your Local [...]

Back to School With Gutzy Gear Party

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School started this week. My son started the first grade and he was really excited about going to school until he found out he’d be there for six hours. Then that was the only thing he could talk about. Funny what kids remember when you tell them things.  One of the first things he checked [...]

Our Day out With Thomas 2012 in Union, IL

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We had a fabulous Time in Union, Il last weekend for the Day Out with Thomas Event. We Road Thomas the Train, listened to story telling, jumped in a jumpy house, walked through the old train yard at retired engines, kids got Thomas Tattoos, played miniature golf, variety of other activities and so much more. [...]

Day Out With Thomas™: Mystery on the rails Tour 2012 in Union, IL August 17, 18, 19

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It’s that time of year again with Thomas the tank again is local here in Illinois. My boys are so excited they can’t wait for the mystery on the rails tour and hang out with Thomas again. Thomas the Tank Engine™ is pulling out of the station for Day Out With Thomas™: Mystery on the [...]

Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament Celebrating 20 yr Anniversary Review & Giveaway

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Step into the Era of epic battle jousting tournaments and Knights on horseback. Watch as Knights battle with swards and battle axe and the deadly bola to the death (not really) in front of a live audience. You’ll hear a tale of Knights and Kings and his daughter the princess as she wishes to marry a [...]

Phineas and Ferb’s Perry the Platypus Bus Tour in Chicago at NAVY PIER

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There are a 104 days of summer vacation and school comes along just to end it… If your children are a huge fan of Phineas and Ferb and you live in the Chicagoland are you have to head out to Navy Pier this weekend. This summer, Perry went missing in the two part television special [...]

Our Favorite Sites to see in Chicago #seemoresights

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I’ve been pretty lucky to be born in a city that is among the most popular cities in the world, Chicago. There is so much to see and do here you simply could never squeeze it all in one weekend. Already this summer we’ve had some whirlwind opportunities to see some of our favorites sites [...]

A Sneak Peak Into the Behind the Scene’s Tour At Keylime Cove Indoor Water Park

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Attending a water park should be on everyone’s must do Summer Activity list. They’re a great place to take the whole family for hours of fun and relaxation. If your local in Illinois I hope you’ve had a chance to visit Keylime Cove Indoor Waterpark located in Gurnee, IL just minutes from Great America and [...]

MasterCard Priceless Cubs Experience: Take the #CUBSPLEDGE

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Calling all Baseball Fans for the Greatest Opportunity of a Lifetime at Wrigley Field. Wrigley Field Ballpark not only is home to Chicago Cubs but is full of amazing baseball history.  I’ve been a Chicago Cubs fan since 1989, the year my oldest son Ryno was born.  He was actually named after the amazing Ryne [...]

FREE Chick-Fil-A Chicken Sandwich May 21 at Chick-Fil-A Dinner party and Your Invited!!

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On Monday, May 21, Chick-fil-A will host a dinner party in the Chicagoland area – and it’s free! All eight Chick-fil-A restaurants in the Chicago area and suburbs – including the restaurants in Merrillville, Ind. and Racine, Wis. – plan to give away free Chick-fil-A Chicken Sandwiches to guests. Woot! Don’t you just love a Free [...]

Kenmore Summit: Bloggers Slow Cooker Challenge #KBS2012

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I don’t mind spending time in the kitchen but the less time I spend in there the better for me.  A slow cooker is an amazing appliance that every family large or small should own.  I love hearing and learning about appliances great and small and the Kenmore Bloggers Summit 2012 was full of information [...]