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Summer on my mind… ☀️ and what to do with t

Summer on my mind… ☀️

and what to do with the kids all summer is the big question! We signed Noah up for @galileocamps this summer for the first time & we are so excited for him to start! ☀️🎉

This is a STEAM camp that focuses on Art, Science and the Outdoors with weekly themes – Amusement Park Adventure, Castle Quest and Dinosaur Dig! Every week, students will create a new project around the theme.

They have locations in the city and suburbs with convenient before and after care hours!

Right now, you can my personal code GOOD15 will get you 15% off a week of camp, per child. Code expires at the end of August! AD #chicagomom #summercamp2022 #chicagoparent #chicagolandarea #chicagocamps

☀️MY CHICAGO SUMMER BUCKETLIST ☀️ Since i

☀️MY CHICAGO SUMMER BUCKETLIST ☀️

Since it’s basically summer this week, I wanted to share my own bucketlist with you all for some inspo! If you have anything else you’d add, share ⬇️

1. New rooftop cinema in Fulton Market - kids showings too @rooftopcinemaclub
2. Patio lunch @mimastasteofcuba
3. Roscoe Village Burger Fest @lakeviewroscoevillage 7/15-17th
4. Patio Happy Hour @fiyachicago
5. Re-opening of @edeninchicago
6. Renting an @chicagoeboats
7. Beach day at 31st street beach (less crowded, great 🏙 views, playground)
8. Mini Golf at Diversey Harbor (small but cute & walkable to the lakefront)
9. Sheffield Garden Walk
10. Picnic in the park- Love South Pond area in Lincoln Park (Pick up a @ranallislincolnpark to-go)
11. New winery @bronzevillewinery
12. Date night @millennium_park Concert Series
13. @windycitysmokeout 8/4th-7th
14. My Wiggleworms meet up @gallagherwaychi 6/7th!
15. Pride Parade 6/26

#chicagobucketlist #chicagosummer #summertimechi #chicagobeach #chicagoblogger

I welcome these cocktails & tater tots at @welcome

I welcome these cocktails & tater tots at @welcomebackchicago any time 😍

Such a cute patio (covered when raining, otherwise uncovered) 🍹 #logansquare #logansquarechicago #infatuationchi #eeeeats #chicagofoodie

HAPPY HOUR + PATIO/ROOFTOPS! ☀️ 🥂 Tis the

HAPPY HOUR + PATIO/ROOFTOPS! ☀️ 🥂

Tis the season for outdoor dining, especially this week! 😎 Below are just a few with happy hours along with outdoor patios or rooftops. If you know anymore, add them below. ⬇️

RIVER WEST/WEST LOOP
@thedandycrown 3-6pm Wed-Sun
@trivolitavern Daily 4:30-5:30
@chefsspecialchicago Daily 5-6pm
@radioroomusa Tues-Thurs 4-6pm

WICKER PARK/BUCKTOWN
@paradiseparkchi 3-6pm Mon-Thurs
@queenmarytavern Sun & Mon 5-7pm

NEAR NORTH/RIVER NORTH
@ettarestaurant 6-6:30pm Mon-Thurs
@ediescafebar Mon-Fri 4-6pm
@emachicago 4-6pm Mon-Thurs
@bernies_chicago 4:30-6:30pm

LINCOLN PARK/LAKEVIEW/ROSCOE VILLAGE
@casatismodernitalian 4-6:30pm Mon-Fri
@hutchbistro daily 4-6pm
@eduardosenoteca 2-5pm Mon-Thurs
@lesudchicago daily happy hour 4-6pm

LOOP/SOUTH LOOP
@roofonthewit 4-6pm Wed-Fri
@rootspizza 3-6pm Mon-Thurs

ANDERSONVILLE
@uvaechicago 5-6:30pm
@parsonschicken Mon- Thur 3-6pm
@fiyachicago Wed-Fri 4-5:30pm

LOGAN SQUARE
@lonesomeroseforever 3-6pm Mon-Fri
@lardonchicago chicagoBooze and Board Hours 4-9pm

Things are always changing, so I would contact the restaurant ahead of time to confirm! Save or share it 📌 #chicagopatio #chicagohappyhour #chicagofoodauthority #312food
#chicagodrinks

What mom really wants for everyday is sleep. And i

What mom really wants for everyday is sleep. And if she can’t get that, may I suggest @sparklingice WITH CAFFEINE?

With 70mg of caffeine, antioxidants and vitamins, 5 calories, and zero sugar, you can drink this on the go or all summer outside running after kids.

You can find them at your local grocery store!

#Sponsored #SparklingIcePlusCaffeineMothersDay #FlavorCrew

Espresso martinis, Greek food & these people was e

Espresso martinis, Greek food & these people was everything I needed today 🥰

Happy Mother’s Day! Now finishing Ozark 👀 shhh don’t tell me the ending! #chicagomom #chicagofamily #myfab5 #downtownchicago #chicagoparent

Don’t mind me, just twirling & swirling my way i

Don’t mind me, just twirling & swirling my way into Mother’s Day weekend 🍷🍝

New restaurant inside of @eatalychicago, Vino is delicious & recommend the housemade egg & spinach with prosciutto in a cream sauce 🙌 #eataly #eatalychicago #chicagofoodie #chicagofoodauthority #312food

Mothers Day Brunch in Bed with @naturesfynd! Thi

Mothers Day Brunch in Bed with @naturesfynd!

This vegan line of cream cheese & breakfast patties is not made with your typical vegan ingredients, but with a nutritional fungi protein named Fy! 🍄

The taste & consistency are there! If you are looking to make mom brunch this weekend, here’s an option for her to try! Available at Mariano's Markets in Chicago. AD #chicagomom #mothersday #breakfastinbed #vegan #chicagoparent

If you would have told me 4 years ago as an educat

If you would have told me 4 years ago as an educator that I would have been on the @nbcchicagotoday show, I would have chuckled at you 😬

Fast forward to today! @rodriguesmatt & I shared 7 local Mother’s Day gift on the @nbcchicagotoday & it was one of the best experiences Ive ever had!

We featured local businesses for Mother’s Day inspo from:

@danarebecca
@mohopshoes
@noirdebenechicago
@the_alchemists_wife
@surroundingsbycolin
@belleup
@starzpuzzles

And thank you @facefoundrie for helping me get my skin right & @salonvchicago for my cut & color 💁🏼‍♀️

It’s been a crazy journey in the blogging world but to end of up tv is a first for me, maybe not the last. Thank you to everyone for the support along the way 🙏🏼♥️ #chicagomom #chicagotv #chicagoparent #chicagogrammers #myfab5

Will it ever be patio weather again? No one will

Will it ever be patio weather again?

No one will ever know. Until then, balcony hangs @wachicago will do.

Flashback from our last staycation! #chicagohotel #downtownchicago #goldcoastchicago #magmile #myfab5

I’ve been told a few times I like to play games…. @emporiumchicago 🎮🎯🏀

Such a fun spot for large groups! #logansquare #logansquarechicago #chicagobars #chicagobucketlist #chicagoparty

💐Ultimate Mother’s Day Gift Experiences 💐

💐Ultimate Mother’s Day Gift Experiences 💐

Here’s a list of things to do with mom like making, creating & even a little baking!

Visit:
🧺 Cherry blossoms in Jackson Park & visit the Garden of Phoenix with a picnic!
💐 Chicago Botanic Garden @chicagobotanic
🖼 Art Institute @artinstitutechi & make sure to visit the South Garden
🧘‍♀️ Frida (yoga classes, too!) @fridaimmersive

Make:
🕯 Candle making class @blankmasoncandlebar & @auracandlebar
🌱 Painting Pots + Planting Seedlings with @guildrow
💐 Floral Arrangement Workshop @flowersfordreams
🧖‍♀️ Create a custom mask in a class @scratchgoods
🎨 Mothers Day Paint & Sip brunch @bottleandbottega_lakeview

Food:
👩🏼‍🍳 @the_chopping_block- virtual Mother’s Day cooking class!
🫖 Mommy & Me tea time @hotelzachary
☕️ Mom & Me tea package to-go @monamigabibistro

See:
🎭 Athena at the @writers_theatre
🎭 Lookingglass Alice @lookingglasstheatre (Jennie highly recommends!)

Move:
🧘‍♀️ @wildlight.yoga Re-mother Yourself Yoga Workshop 5/7

Pamper:
🏊‍♀️ Spa Treatment + indoor pool @kohlerwatersspa_lincolnpark
🛀 Ancient bath @aireancientbaths_us
💁🏼‍♀️ Facial @facefoundrie (use my $10 off code!)
🧖‍♀️ Massage @urbanoasischicago
🛍 Personal shopping experience with @hannaleestyle

📌 Like and save this post 📌 #chicagomom #chicagoparent #chicagolandarea #choosechicago #chicagobucketlist

The @langhamchicago called & we answered 🏃🏼‍♀️🍽

Chef Justin Gomes is serving up some delicious a la carte menu items @travellechicago that are ABSOLUTELY stunning. And delicious of course. And often very difficult to do both incredibly well!

The smoked venison & beets, sunchokes with edible flowers & lemon, & scallops just to name a few stand out dishes.

Special occasions. Date night. Or want to spoil mom? Definitely look into @travellechicago inside the @langhamchicago for Mother’s Day! Thanks for having us 💗 #langham #langhamchicago #chicagohotel #chicagorestaurants #infatuationchi

I did a first today. I went to @whirlyball and it

I did a first today. I went to @whirlyball and it was SO 👏MUCH 👏 FUN 👏.

There’s also bowling, bags, a full bar & lots of delicious food on the menu! Definitely recommend for a rainy day, celebrating something special or just need to get out of the house this summer!!

Thanks for having us @whirlyball! #chicagomom #whirlyball #chicagobucketlist #chicagothingstodo #do312

Got Earth Day plans yet? You do now! @natgeo partn

Got Earth Day plans yet? You do now! @natgeo partnered with the one and only @sentrock for a #NatGeoPlanetPossible mural to celebrate Earth Month, and you can check out the finished mural at 190 N State Street.

Chicagos mural is inspired by National Geographic photos of wildlife!

Not in Chicago? @haveanicedayy_ has one in New York, @eurhi.jones has one in Philly, and @byalicelee has one in SF! AD #natgeo #chicagomural #downtownchicago #chicagogram #chicagoart

I guess I can’t always post reels…. so hi in-f

I guess I can’t always post reels…. so hi in-feed photos 👋🏼

Also, there are a lot of new faces around here lately. So sllow me to reintroduce myself 🎶, my name is Christine. Wife, mom of 2 that enjoys food, wine, cocktails & an embarrassingly amount of Bravo tv. We also rarely sit still & are always out & about. 🏃🏼‍♀️

Happy Wednesday! And outfit linked on @shop.ltk link in bio! #chicagomom #chicagoblogger #sharetheverymom #theeverygirl #windycityblogger

We are in the middle of everything… Illinois ha

We are in the middle of everything…

Illinois has everything from spectacular natural spaces like Shawnee National Forest at the Southern tip to kayaking the Chicago river. Geographically we are in middle, but also in the middle of incredible attractions, nature & historic sites & more!

I’m excited to partner with @enjoyillinois to promote their launch of the #MiddleofEverything campaign! What are some of other things that make Illinois the middle of everything? AD #MiddleofEverything #EnjoyIllinois #Illinois #chicagogram #Chicagoriver

She deleted the app & now she’s back ✨ Took

She deleted the app & now she’s back ✨

Took the longest IG break since starting this account in 2016 for our first family vacation ✈️ to Jamaica at the @fdrresort.

Honestly, the kids might have needed this trip more than us. It’s one I hope they remember when they are older🥰

I’ll be back posting Chicago content tomorrow, but answering any resort vacation/questions today! ♥️ #chicagomom #chicagoparent #chicagoblogger #chicagogrammers #chicagofamily

It’s the chandeliers & iced latte for me 🥰☕

It’s the chandeliers & iced latte for me 🥰☕️ @goodambler #chicagocoffee #chicagocoffeeshops #westloopchicago #westloop #infatuationchi

10 ROAD TRIPS FROM CHICAGO. Beep, beep 🚗 Road

10 ROAD TRIPS FROM CHICAGO. Beep, beep 🚗

Road trip season is officially here! Here is a list of 10 places you can do a day or weekend trip from Chicago! If you have some other suggestions, add them below!

* Galena, IL - Take the trolley, walk with goats, & shop small boutiques & cafes. @visitgalenaorg

* Sheboygan, WI - A lake resort town, stay at the @blueharborresort for an indoor water park, outdoor swimming & beaches. Great for families.

* Milwaukee, WI - Great restaurants with lots of shopping! Brewery hop or walk around downtown. @visitmilwaukee

* Starved Rock, IL- great for hiking with or without the kids!

* Oregon, IL- Check out the Bison at Nachusa Grasslands & White Pines State Park. Rent @pinecreekescape cabins.

* Rockford, IL - Visit the Norwegian @thenorwegianrockford & @andersonjapanesegardens

* Lake Geneva, IL - Lake town with shopping & dining. A water park @timberridgelodge, part of @grand_geneva.

* Saugatuck, MI- Lots of great restaurants, ferry ride shops, & art galleries! @eatdrinksdf

* New Buffalo, MI- Public beach, small shops and hike the dunes

* Holland, MI - hit the dunes, the beach, tulips & lwindmills!

Save it. Share it. 📌

#chicagobucketlist #chicagolandarea #travelwisconsin #chicagoparent #enjoyillinois

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