Things to Do
Our parent members have tons of suggestions on things to do, including beautiful spots for a family bike ride and outings for those all-too-rare date nights. Find more tips and advice in the articles below, or search the discussion forum for up-to-the-minute recos. Looking to expand your parenting community? Check the calendar for NPN events that serve to enlighten or connect our members—and often both!
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Discussions
We are considering joining EBC, and have preschool/early elementary aged kids. I was hoping a current member could provide their perspective on some questions. - does anyone use the CAC or youth activity centers with kids these ages? It won’t make sense for us to join if we can’t leave our kids t...
Anyone been to Rockford-bigger/better? Is it a zoo? Looking for a fun waterpark spot 1 hr or less from home with teens ...
Any thoughts on Hurricane Harbor vs Raging Waves for a few 10-year-olds on a Saturday? I know it's going to be crowded either way, I'm hoping to find a place to park myself and then let them have the run of the place. Thanks. ...
Have a few hours to kill tomorrow afternoon downtown with a tourist and it is supposed to be raining. Any suggestions? Already done the art Institute. ...
Do you need a zone sticker to park in the residential area around Wrigley for a DAY Game? (I know that you need it for night games). Thanks. ...
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