A Morning of Nature Exploration at Turville Point Conservation Park
Turville Point Conservation Park in Madison, WI captivated us with over 2 miles of hiking trails. We relished fantastic summer weather while exploring woodlands along the trails. Turville hugs Lake Monona and is adjacent to Olin Park featuring spectacular views. Such a wonderful spot for a little family adventure!
Family Fun in the Chicago Suburbs June 30 - July 4, 2022
Happy 4th! There are a lot of fun things going on this weekend! Here are my picks --- have a great holiday weekend!
Batavia Depot Museum is quite the treasure tucked away near the Fox River in Batavia. On a recent day off, we found ourselves looking for something a little different to do. We love walking along the riverwalk in Batavia. We noticed that the Batavia Depot Museum was nearby, so a perfect little afternoon formed.
Cherokee Marsh In Madison, Wisconsin Offers A Pleasant Hike With Great Birding
Cherokee Marsh Conservation Park in Madison, Wisconsin welcomed us on a recent late spring afternoon. We savored a hike through Dane County's largest wetland, admiring various birds including great blue heron and sandhill cranes.
Chicago Suburbs Family Fun June 16-19, 2022
Happy Father's Day! There is a lot of fun going on in the Chicago suburbs this weekend. Check out my picks:
A local art pop-up once again adds a little whimsy and imagination to the beautiful natural scenery at Izaak Walton Park in Prospect Heights. Izaak Walton has become a haven for little adventures for my family since we discovered it last year. My husband and I recently wandered over to scout for birds in the preserve and lit up with delight when we spotted a new art pop-up!
Joey Morelli Launches Mission to Travel the World Teaching Children at Orphanages How to Set Up a Kitchen and Cook
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As I sat down to talk to Joey Morelli, owner of Max's Deli in Highland Park, about his new nonprofit Joey's Food Fight, I observed his passion and care for others while he made sure customers were well taken care of before we began our conversation. I immediately knew that I would be learning about a remarkable person with a huge heart.