Youth Orch & Chamber Music Auditions - ages 7-18, all orchestral instruments
Samantha Rogan is featured in the Tellin' Tales Theatre lively, original musical that teaches acceptance of those different from us
Summer spending doesn't have to break the bank! Here are a few ways to cut back while still having some big fun all year.
If you're pregnant, don't stress— a new book explains just what to do while making your baby, from healthy diets to the checklist you need.
It's common to feel suffocated by all of our material objects. Luckily, there are some ways to simplify our lives as parents and people.
Every parent wants to crack the code on their picky eaters — without having to force-feed them. Here are some techniques that will help.
Planning a getaway with a toddler? It might not be as sunny as you hoped, if you're not prepared. Here are some tips to remember!
Momma Chef: Bringing You Dozens of Fabulous Recipes Using Less Than 6 Ingredients and Under 6 Minutes Prep Time- Easiest Dinner This Week!
A recent book suggests that over-parenting your child could be doing more harm than good — but how do you know when you're guilty of it?
Prepared or not, kids will be leaders of generation happenings and innovations. Their future will depend on effective, relevant education.
Growing up in an environment shaped by an economic recession and housing bubble, Generation Z will grow into a group of smart, hard workers.
School is great at teaching the fundamentals of reading, writing, math and science. However, success isn't measured by grades or test scores
You've heard of the helicopter parent, but there’s a new term sweeping the playgrounds. Are you guilty of it?
With a little creative thinking, courage, and planning, you can find a modern-day workflow that actually works for you and your family.
Abigail Hall, 12, who was last seen in Chicago's Uptown neighborhood, has been found.
​Grevy’s zebra foal found at Lincoln Park Zoo over Father’s Day weekend.
The birth marked the first calf born at the zoo since 1998.
Mother's Day Brunch Hosted in the Palmer House's Empire Room
The infant born in the Zoo’s Macaque Forest Wednesday is the second snow monkey birth at the Zoo in as many years.
Guests are invited to hippity-hop to the legendary Empire Room, located within The Palmer House, a Hilton Hotel,
This Holiday season, fun-filled baking classes for the whole family
If the Boy Scouts of America approves, Chicago would be home to the first LGBTQ organization to partner with the Scouts.
The Adler Planetarium Galaxy Ride Team visits the Joliet Museum on Friday, Sept. 18th from 5pm to 7pm - FREE to Public!
Nine-week program offers immersive, sensory-rich play space for early learners ages 2-3.
A total of 73 Illinois cities were ranked by Niche as the best places to start a family.
Here are the top 50 safest cities in Illinois, according to ValuePenguin.
A list of 59 must-try ice cream shops throughout the state.
Cool off at these 43 water parks and pools this summer.
VIDEO: A young woman shares her story of "sextortion" as a teen victim of Lucas Chansler. The FBI has released the screen names he used.
Kevin O'Malley was shot in a mugging on May 30.
Sure, Chicago has a lot of fun things to do, but let us introduce you to what the rest of Illinois has to offer this summer.
Warning: Do not read when hungry.
The little guy is the first of his kind to be born at the zoo.
Lockwood Restaurant & Bar, located within The Palmer House Hilton is pleased to offer a special Mother’s Day brunch buffet
'Fathers Helping Fathers' hosts Dad School, providing free legal and social support for Dads working to become closer to their kids.
The national non-profit organization hosts ‘Dad School’, to provide Chicago area fathers with free legal advice, and support.
Honest Abe’s 206th birthday is Feb. 12. Celebrate by learning 20 new facts about the president from Illinois.
Lest we forget just how wonderful our state is, take a look at the Illinois Wall of Fame.
Thanks to Colin Hinkle, you can see its beauty in a stunning YouTube video.
Halley's Comet says hello this week, and conditions in Illinois are good for viewing.
DNAinfo Chicago introduces you to Ian Petchenik, the man who built the Daily Chicago Chocolate Smell Map.
Army vet Jim Champion has multiple sclerosis.
You can find Damen at Miss Q's Framing and Home Decor in Bucktown.
Lincoln Park resident Jackson Schultz is one of five Chicagoland teens selected for the 2014 Bank of America Student Leaders Program.
The movie, in stores July 22, is about a real-life boy who says he went to Heaven and met Jesus during surgery. We spoke with the family behind the film about how it can help start a discussion in your town.
Patch readers told us who the "Everyday Inspirations" in their communities are, and we're sharing their stories and the work they've done locally.
A Chicago cop found the wayward pug on the street tied to a pole.