Voyages of Dr. Dolittle

WHAT: Have you ever caught yourself talking to animals? Come follow Tommy Stubbins as he meets everyone’s favorite animal doctor, John Dolittle and his friends Polynesia the Parrot, Chee Chee the Monkey, Jip the Dog, Gub Gub the Pig, and Dab Dab the Duck. Join them on the adventure of a lifetime.

WHERE: Apollo Theater- 2540 N. Lincoln Ave. – Chicago, IL

WHEN: Feb. 27th – Mar. 1st (various show times)

COST: $12 per child, $15 per adult

NEED MORE INFO: Call 773.935.6100 or visit http://www.emeraldcitytheatre.com

Stories Come Alive

WHAT: Bring your kids and let the Lifeline actors read stories and play drama games with them. Featured pieces include those from Lifeline’s spring children’s show “Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle” by Betty MacDonald. Children ages 5-8 are welcome.

WHERE: Lifeline Theater at Rogers Park Library- 6907 N. Clark St. – Chicago, IL 60626

WHEN: Feb. 28th from 3:00pm – 4:00pm

COST: Free

NEED MORE INFO: Call 773.761.4477 or visit http://www.lifelinetheater.org/

Mardi Gras Masquerade

WHAT: Let the spirit of Fat Tuesday live on as your children, ages 5-12, learn about the history of Mardi Gras. Come enjoy traditional food, games, and music while making your own mask to wear.

WHERE: Lake County Discovery Museum - Rte. 176 at Fairfield Rd., Wauconda, IL 60084

WHEN: Feb.21st 11:00am - 12:30pm

COST: $5 youth (Lake County residents), $7 (non-residents) - Registration is required. Child's registration fee includes Museum admission. Please also register an adult chaperone who will accompany the child to the class at no charge.

NEED MORE INFO: Call (847) 968-3400 or visit http://www.lakecountydiscoverymuseum.org

Justin Roberts Kids Show

WHAT: Come see the national award winning, all-star performer, Justin Roberts, as he plays family hits such as “Not Ready for Naptime Players.” Justin will no doubt dish out unexpectedly intelligent and whimsically rocking music, so come have some fun and sing along with his devoted fan base.

WHERE: Old Town School of Folk Music - 4544 N Lincoln Ave., Chicago, IL 60657

WHEN: Feb. 22nd

COST: $15 General Public, $13 Old Town School Members, $15 Seniors & Children

NEED MORE INFO: Call (773) 728-6000 or visit http://www.oldtownschool.org

Sweets & Treats

WHAT: Come pump up the love at Chicago’s Annual Family Valentine Party. Enjoy the music, rock climbing, gifts, food, and of course, the inflatables. This event is open to the whole family. However, a drop off option is available for parents wanting some time to themselves.

WHERE: Pump It Up Chicago – 821 W. Eastman – Chicago, IL 60622

WHEN: Feb. 13th from 6:00pm - 9:00pm

COST: $5/adult, $15/child (multiple child discount)

NEED MORE INFO: Call 312-664-7867 or visit http://www.pumpitupparty.com

Friendly Relationships

WHAT: Valentines Day is all about relationships. Join North Shore Pediatric Therapy as it celebrates with a friendship building party. Give your child the chance to meet other children in a comfortable, calm and understanding environment. The friendship party is the perfect opportunity for your child to learn appropriate social skills needed to make relationships successful. Whether your child is shy, anxious, sensitive, unwilling to share, or just has low self confidence, your child will have a blast participating in social activities at the friendship party. You will meet other families in a similar situation and have a chance to speak with professional therapists about your questions.

WHERE: North Shore Pediatric Therapy- 1308 Waukegan Road Suite 103- Glenview, IL 60025

WHEN: Feb. 15th from 10:00am – 12:00pm

COST: No cost, however, please RSVP to Robyn at robyna@NSPT4kids.com Or call the NSPT clinic at (877)486-4140

NEED MORE INFO: Call 847-486-4140 or visit http://www.NSPT4kids.com

Disney on Ice

WHAT: What can be better than Disney on Ice? Come see Worlds of Fantasy. It’s a thrill of high speed stunts, an enchanting undersea kingdom, and the circle of life. You will also inter the magical world of Pixie Hollow with some special fairy friends.

WHERE: The United Center

WHEN: Feb. 6th-8th, 2009

COST: Tickets must be purchased (price varies). Tickets start at $15. Visit www.ticketmaster.com and use code FAIRY to save $4 per ticket.

NEED MORE INFO: Call (312) 455-4500 or visit http://bs.serving-sys.com/BurstingPipe/adServer.bs?cn=tf&c=20&mc=click&pli=720344&PluID=0&ord=[timestamp]

Gravity Art

WHAT: This is a great way to mix science with art. Come investigate the force of gravity and create a painting. Use painted golf balls as your media to roll in different directions. What designs can gravity create?

WHERE: The Kohl Children’s Museum of Chicago – 2100 Patriot Blvd., Glenview, IL 60026

WHEN: Feb. 6th-8th, 2009 (Friday & Saturday: 10 a.m.-12 p.m. and 1-4 p.m., Sunday: 12-4 p.m)

COST: Members: Free, Children Under 1: Free, Adults and Children: $7.50, Grandparents and Seniors (55 and older): $6.50

NEED MORE INFO: Call 847-832-6600 or visit http://www.kohlchildrensmuseum.org/