Could Your Kid Be a Penguin Project Mentor?
Know a young person ages 10–23 looking for a meaningful way to get involved in the community? The Penguin Project of Peoria is looking for 12 more peer mentors for its upcoming prod…
9 Things to Do This Labor Day Weekend in Peoria with Kids
Labor Day weekend is almost here, and there are plenty of ways to squeeze in a little more summer fun with the kids!Whether your family wants to catch a circus on the river, pick apples, make somet…
10 Ways to Celebrate Grandparents in Peoria
Grandparents: We love them, our kids adore them ... and in turn they offer unconditional love (and — if you're lucky — free babysitting!). Grandparents Day is Sunday, Sept. 13 and t…
2026 Peoria Area Fall Festivals, Markets, and More!
It's that magical time of year again - my favorite season: FALL! I'm all about cozy sweaters, hoodies, warm socks, campfires, apple orchards, pumpkins, pumpkin spice (everything) Fall just…
🍎 Let's Treat a Local Teacher! 🍪
Teachers do so much for our kids and our community, and now that the school year is underway, we think they deserve a little something just for them! ❤️Macaroni KID Peoria has put together a Te…
Sponsored 22 Parents Visited Dreams Macao Beach Punta Cana. Here's the Verdict.
Every resort promises a beautiful beach and great food. So what actually makes families remember one?Publ…
Sponsored Still Need a Few Back-to-School Pieces? Shop These Walmart Picks
If your kid's closet is already down to the shirt with the mystery stain and the jeans with the hole…
2026 Kids' Birthday Freebies: 25+ Free Meals, Treats, & Experiences
Got a September birthday in the house? Here's a list of deals and freebies to grab this month!Confess…
4 Things You Shouldn’t Do When You Wake Up at Night (And 3 You Should)
I was wide awake at 2:47 a.m. last Tuesday. Not drowsy, not drifting. Fully, annoyingly awake, doing math…
Could Your Kid Be a Penguin Project Mentor?
Know a young person ages 10–23 looking for a meaningful way to get involved in the community? …
9 Things to Do This Labor Day Weekend in Peoria with Kids
Labor Day weekend is almost here, and there are plenty of ways to squeeze in a little more summer fun wit…
10 Ways to Celebrate Grandparents in Peoria
Grandparents: We love them, our kids adore them ... and in turn they offer unconditional love (and &mdash…
2026 Peoria Area Fall Festivals, Markets, and More!
It's that magical time of year again - my favorite season: FALL! I'm all about cozy sweaters, hoo…
Pizza, Pirates & Play-Doh: 10 September Holidays Kids Will Love
Before you fully trade flip-flops for flannel, check your calendar: September 2026 is packed with holiday…
Seeking Local Business Sponsors for 2026 Halloween BOO Bags
It's time for our 4th annual BOOing. To help bring unexpected fun to the community and start a c…
🍎 Let's Treat a Local Teacher! 🍪
Teachers do so much for our kids and our community, and now that the school year is underway, we think t…
How to Make Bingsu Slime (Yes, the Crunchy TikTok One)
At some point, basic slime stopped being enough. Now there are cloud slimes, butter slimes, floam slimes,…
The No-Nag School Morning Routine That Gets Kids Out the Door
By 7:32 a.m. I have usually asked at least one child to put on shoes, brush teeth, find a water bottle,…
Stop Asking 'How Was School?' Try These 35 Questions Instead
Your kid gets in the car or walks through the door, drops their backpack like it personally offended them…
10 Tiny Skills That Save Kids From Big Meltdowns at School
Every back-to-school season, parents nail the big stuff: A new backpack, fresh crayons, and enough glue s…
How to Watch the 2026 Perseid Meteor Shower With Your Family
The Perseid meteor shower returns every August, and it's one of those rare events that's just as…
Is Your Child Getting Enough Sleep? Check by Age
If your house is anything like mine, bedtime tends to get a little more relaxed during the summer. Then A…
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Sponsored Back to School, Back to the Gym:
It is that time of year again, Macaroni KID parents! The smell of fresh school supplies is in the air, th…
Sponsored 5 Dino-Themed Ideas Before 'PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie' Hits Theatres
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10 August 2026 Holidays Your Kids Will Get Excited About
Looking for fun August holidays to celebrate with kids? August is packed with quirky holidays and family-…
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