Chesterbrook Academy Preschool Students Create Earth Day Buzz

Students celebrated Earth Day by releasing hundreds of ladybugs in their schoolyard to help local vegetation

AMI Summer Music Camp - July 19-23 - $375 Early Tuition Ends 4/15

Music camp held in Downers Grove for beginners-advanced, ages 5-18yrs, all instruments, aftercare available…

Who Wants To Play For The World's Biggest Youth Soccer Club?

Chicago Rush is part of the world's biggest youth soccer club, with 40,000 players worldwide. Tryouts coming to a town near you soon!

What’s in Your Kitchen?

Momma Chef: Bringing You Dozens of Fabulous Recipes Using Less Than 6 Ingredients and Under 6 Minutes Prep Time! Easiest Dinner This Week!

Update: Randall Oaks Zoo unable to open under Phase 3 guidelines

The Zoo will no longer be opening as previously announced.

Drive-By Birthday Party For Girl, 5, Makes Her Day

The mom of a 5-year-old Elgin girl had to cancel her daughter's birthday party on Friday. But she came up with a creative alternative.

5 Ways Families Can Avoid Overspending This Summer — And Beyond

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.

Helpful Pregnancy Advice That Moms-To-Be Should Embrace

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.

Taylor Family Y Awakens Summer Imagination at Healthy Kids Day

Event encourages kids to stay active and keep learning all summer long

Kane County, Area Easter Egg Hunts: Find Them Here

Easter is on Sunday, April 21, but many events will be held the day or weeks before. Here's what you need to know.

Tidying Up: How To Declutter Our Lives As Parents

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.

7 Expert Tips On Managing Your Picky Little Eaters

Every parent wants to crack the code on their picky eaters — without having to force-feed them. Here are some techniques that will help.

Traveling With A Toddler: Pro Tips And Avoidable Fails

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!

What constitutes too much screen time for your teens and tweens?

Elgin Academy Hosts Early Childhood Preview Events

AMI Summer Music Camp (July 22-26) - EARLY REG $250

All instruments, beginner-advanced, held in Downers Grove

7 Signs You Might Be Over-Parenting

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?

Elgin Couple Has First Cook Co. Baby Of New Year

A look at some of the first babies born in the Chicago suburbs in 2019.

Taylor YMCA’s Preschool Provides the Cornerstone for Education

To help nurture and inspire kids to discover their educational potential, the Taylor Family YMCA operates a preschool near the Y in Elgin

Taylor YMCA’s 9th Annual Wine Auction Launches Annual Campaign

"The Wine and Craft Beer Auction begins our fundraising season that run November through August", said Dave Burisek YMCA Executive Director.

What Is A Lawnmower Parent — And Are You One?

You've heard of the helicopter parent, but there’s a new term sweeping the playgrounds. Are you guilty of it?

6 Ways To Balance Parenthood And A Successful Career

With a little creative thinking, courage, and planning, you can find a modern-day workflow that actually works for you and your family.

Elgin Academy Launches New Mission Statement

180 year-old school announces new mission statement

YMCA Camp Edwards Opens Seigle Welcome Center and Health Lodge

YMCA Camp Edwards hosted the Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening of the new Seigle Welcome Center Camp Health Lodge Tuesday, August 28, 2018.

DCFS Gives Go for YMCA Preschool on Elgin’s West Side

The YMCA has been working with the Illinois Department of Family and Child Service to obtain licensing.

The Elgin YMCA Pelicans Swim Team Exceed Expectations at the 2018

After a fun and successful Fall Season, the Elgin Pelicans finished the Summer Season strong with an 11th place finish (out of 30 teams), in

Nationally-recognized Preschool Now Open in South Elgin

The Learning Experience South Elgin

The Bartlett Library celebrates Dr. Seuss’s birthday

Youth & Teen Services Librarians Mary Beth Fuller and Phyllis Sadowski read stories and more to celebrate the beloved Dr. Seuss’s birthday.

The Frog Lady brought her lizard friends to the Bartlett Library

​Bartlett Library patrons learned all about lizards at the program “Lizard Lovers” on Saturday, Feb. 3.

New Play Cafe Opens Along Randall Road

Bumblebee Play Cafe opened along Randall Road in Elgin in January.

Preschool and Daycare providers present at Bartlett Library

​The Bartlett Library hosted its annual Preschool and Daycare Fair on Saturday, Jan. 13 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Elgin Among Best IL Cities For Families: Study

The study focused on factors like playgrounds, affordability, crime, education and many others.

Bartlett Library partners with Rotarians for Family Reading Night

Bartlett Librarians Phyllis Sadowski and Mary Beth Fuller had a packed room full of families for Family Reading Night.