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August 10, 2023

How Chicago Families Can Enjoy the End of Summer Break

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How Chicago Families Can Enjoy the End of Summer Break

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The first day of school is coming up, but there is still plenty to do for kids in Chicago. Jenny LeFlore aka Mama Fresh says the August gap between the end of summer camps and the start of classes can be especially difficult for parents. As a mother and influencer, Jenny helps connect families with activities and resources. She joins us to share her own personal events list.


Garfield Park Conservatory Wild Wednesdays

Fun runs — Stan’s on Aug 19

Sloomoo Institute

Color Factory

Museum of Ice Cream

Museum of Illusions 

Chicago Park District 

Movies on the Midway

Summer Concerts in Millennium Park by Broadway Chicago

Sundays on State

Rooftop Cinema Club

360 Sky Yoga


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