Cheryl Eugenio

Mar 27, 2024 | chicagoparent.com | Cheryl Eugenio

If you have any dinosaur fans at home, you know that they can’t seem to stop stomping around or sharing their latest dinosaur fact. Did you know that chickens are descendants from dinosaurs? Or that dinosaur fossils have been found on all seven continents? Let’s just say dinosaurs aren’t going out of style anytime soon. As dinosaurs continue to rule the world, there are some Chicagoland attractions to get your dino fix like The Field Museum and Bess Bower Dunn Museum.

Jan 5, 2024 | chicagoparent.com | Cheryl Eugenio

While the movie “Groundhog Day” put the charming town of Woodstock on the map, there’s more than shadows to see (or not see) for families looking for fun. Boasting a rich history, vibrant arts and culture scene, Victorian architecture, unique shops and restaurants, Woodstock is an ideal destination for your next family day out. Getting there: Woodstock is located about 51 miles northwest of downtown Chicago in McHenry County.

Dec 21, 2023 | chicagoparent.com | Cheryl Eugenio

Have cabin fever? Embrace winter by going to the zoo. When the temperature drops, many forget that the zoo is open year-round. Unlike a summer visit, a trip to the zoo during the winter can be quite different but in a good way. Here are a few tips to enjoy Brookfield Zoo and Lincoln Park Zoo in the winter. Insider tipsBundle up. This goes without saying, but make sure you’re protected from the elements! Hey, if it’s cool outside, bust out the snowpants.

Nov 8, 2023 | blog.trekaroo.com | Cheryl Eugenio

Milwaukee is no stranger to celebrating the best time of the year. From lights and light festivals to holiday performances and unique, quaint towns, Christmas in Milwaukee has it all!Check out these fun activities perfect for the entire family and make lasting memories for years to come. You are bound to have happy holidays while attending these Milwaukee Christmas events.

Oct 27, 2023 | chicagoparent.com | Cheryl Eugenio

‘Tis the season for sweets and treats. Baking cookies with kids during the holidays is fun but what if you just can’t? We’ve gathered a few fantastic cookie havens across Chicagoland. Here’s the twist, use it as the guide for a festive cookie trail the kids won’t soon forget. You’re the master of this self-guided adventure — start and stop wherever the sugar rush leads you. Hit every spot or savor them one by one. It’s your call — just remember to sprinkle each moment with fun.