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Meet a Mom: Meet The Founding Moms’ Jill Salzman!

This week’s Meet a Mom is the coolest, sassiest, savviest mom chic we’ve ever met…. Jill Salzman is the Founder and CEO of The Founding Moms!

Back to School Lunch Inspiration from The Lunch Box Dad!

This creative father of three makes lunches that double as art.

Meet a Mom: Zen of Slow Cooking’s Meg Barnhart!

This North Shore mom is founder of the Zen of Slow Cooking, maker of globally inspired spice blends for recipes crafted for the slow cooker, pressure cooker and Dutch Oven.

Cassava Kitchen: Gluten-Free, Mom-Founded Brand!

Meet Valdiny M. Pabbruwe-Tolud, the founder of Cassava Kitchen! Your whole family will love their high nutrient, gluten-free pasta.

No-Bake Cheese Cake from Host to Perfection!

This recipe is so easy kids can make it, but elegant enough you can serve it at a (socially distanced) dinner party.

What Teachers Want Parents To Know About This School Year.

Two teachers who are also parents share their perspective.

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Press Pause CBD 30% Off

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No doubt about it, anxiety and Covid-19 seem to go together like two peas in a pod. Whether you were already battling anxiety before this pandemic began, worrying about keeping your family healthy, the economy, homeschooling and more can certainly trigger it....

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Let’s Get Active and Learn to Play Tennis in No Time–Starts October 3rd!

Let’s Get Active and Learn to Play Tennis in No Time–Starts October 3rd!

Midtown’s Tennis in No Time (TNT) program turns tennis newbies into confident, competent players in just one month. Learn more!

Stinky Facts from Aerex: 5 Things to Know About Stink Bugs

Stinky Facts from Aerex: 5 Things to Know About Stink Bugs

Everything you wanted to know about Stink Bugs!

Meet a Mom: Meet The Founding Moms’ Jill Salzman!

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Meet a Mom: Meet The Founding Moms’ Jill Salzman!

This week’s Meet a Mom is the coolest, sassiest, savviest mom chic we’ve ever met…. Jill Salzman is the Founder and CEO of The Founding Moms!

Easy Honey Chipotle Salmon Tacos!

Easy Honey Chipotle Salmon Tacos!

Need a healthy weeknight meal? Try this go-to recipe from The Beach Cities Moms.

Oct 01

Model Railroad Garden: Landmarks of America @ Chicago Botanic Garden

October 1 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Oct 01

Garden Tram Tour @ Chicago Botanic Garden

October 1 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Oct 02

Model Railroad Garden: Landmarks of America @ Chicago Botanic Garden

October 2 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Oct 02

Garden Tram Tour @ Chicago Botanic Garden

October 2 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Oct 03

Deerfield Farmers Market 2020

October 3 @ 7:00 am - 12:30 pm

Oct 03

Downtown Evanston Farmers Market 2020

October 3 @ 7:30 am - 1:00 pm

Oct 03

Virtual Song & Story Yoga (Weekly)

October 3 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am

Oct 03

Model Railroad Garden: Landmarks of America @ Chicago Botanic Garden

October 3 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Oct 03

Garden Tram Tour @ Chicago Botanic Garden

October 3 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Oct 04

Model Railroad Garden: Landmarks of America @ Chicago Botanic Garden

October 4 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Oct 04

Garden Tram Tour @ Chicago Botanic Garden

October 4 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Oct 05

Model Railroad Garden: Landmarks of America @ Chicago Botanic Garden

October 5 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Oct 05

Garden Tram Tour @ Chicago Botanic Garden

October 5 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Oct 05

VIRTUAL Sewing with Ciao Bella: Llama Pillow

October 5 @ 4:15 pm - 5:00 pm

Oct 06

Model Railroad Garden: Landmarks of America @ Chicago Botanic Garden

October 6 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Oct 06

Garden Tram Tour @ Chicago Botanic Garden

October 6 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Oct 07

Ravinia Farmers Market 2020

October 7 @ 8:00 am - 1:00 pm

Oct 07

Model Railroad Garden: Landmarks of America @ Chicago Botanic Garden

October 7 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Oct 07

Garden Tram Tour @ Chicago Botanic Garden

October 7 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Oct 07

Let’s Make Dinner (Ages 6-15)

October 7 @ 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm

Oct 08

Model Railroad Garden: Landmarks of America @ Chicago Botanic Garden

October 8 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Oct 08

Garden Tram Tour @ Chicago Botanic Garden

October 8 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Oct 09

Model Railroad Garden: Landmarks of America @ Chicago Botanic Garden

October 9 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Oct 09

Garden Tram Tour @ Chicago Botanic Garden

October 9 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Oct 10

Deerfield Farmers Market 2020

October 10 @ 7:00 am - 12:30 pm

Oct 10

Downtown Evanston Farmers Market 2020

October 10 @ 7:30 am - 1:00 pm

Oct 10

Virtual Song & Story Yoga (Weekly)

October 10 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am

Oct 10

Model Railroad Garden: Landmarks of America @ Chicago Botanic Garden

October 10 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Oct 10

Garden Tram Tour @ Chicago Botanic Garden

October 10 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Oct 11

Model Railroad Garden: Landmarks of America @ Chicago Botanic Garden

October 11 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Meet a Mom: Meet The Founding Moms’ Jill Salzman!

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Meet a Mom: Meet The Founding Moms’ Jill Salzman!

This week’s Meet a Mom is the coolest, sassiest, savviest mom chic we’ve ever met…. Jill Salzman is the Founder and CEO of The Founding Moms!

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✨New Article by a #partner⁣✨Stinky Facts by

✨New Article by a #partner⁣✨Stinky Facts by Aerex Pest Control: 5 Things to Know About Stink Bugs⁣!✨Link in bio ☝️ 🐜 🐝🕷🦟⁣
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What exactly are stink bugs and do they actually stink? Head to our website to learn all about stink bugs and how to get rid of these pests!⁣ Then give Aerex, a local family owned and operated bus, a call to get rid of those and your pesky carpenter 🐜 🐜 🐜 773-303-3987⁣

Tonight’s debate was intense (aka a disaster😳

Tonight’s debate was intense (aka a disaster😳)- and maybe that makes you want to turn it all off and bury your head until 2021! Don’t! No matter who your candidate is, VOTE- and teach your littles what voting means!

Learning that they can use their voices and minds to create the world they want to live in is one of the greatest powers kids will always have❤️ @danaivy brought the organization @yourvotemyfuture to my attention, and it’s such an amazing resource! If you’re looking to start the conversation with your kids, check them out!

Who's down to learn some tennis? 🎾// Midtown Ba

Who's down to learn some tennis? 🎾// Midtown
Bannockburn’s Tennis in No Time is fun, socially distanced, and will teach you tennis in just four weeks. Plus, it’s a great way to meet new people after being cooped up. Isn’t it time you took a break from taking a break and got active again?
Head to the link in our bio to sign up for your session today!
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#midtownathleticclub #midtownbannockburn #chicagonorthshore #chicagonorthshoremoms #hinsdalemoms
#tennisinnotime #chicagosuburbs #thelocalmomsnetwork #givingmomsthegiftoftime #highlandparkil #highlandparkillinois

We finally did it! We finally adopted our first fu

We finally did it! We finally adopted our first furevor friend. Welcoming to our family this incredible pup, sweet Woody! The kids did a great job of breaking us down for years until we finally said yes, we are already in love! Check out stories to see more!

Thank you to @chicagolandlabrescue for their unwavering dedication to saving countless animals from dire straights and for giving them another chance at the life they deserve. Woody is a 2.5 yr old black lab. He hails from Tennessee where his elderly owner could no longer care for him and his brothers. They found him malnourished and with worms, giardia and heartworms.

Woody is cautious but incredibly sweet and is motivated with lots of love. I hope we’ve made as good of an impression on him as he’s made on us! 🐕 🐾 ❤️

Yep, it's time for this week's brand new Meet a Mo

A few years ago a friend of mine had a “favorite

A few years ago a friend of mine had a “favorites” party. I was skeptical, but went- and it was so much fun! Each person was to bring 3 items to introduce, set on a table, then as we drew names you could choose from the table. It’s was such a cool way to get to know each other- and as a bonus, find random new things you never knew you needed! So we’re switching the game to a post! Each Friday we’ll introduce our favorite finds of the week- and if you share yours in comments we’ll all have a big grab bag of new items to explore!

My absolute fav this week is @moonjuice Superyou. This supplement is suppose to help regulate your mood🙃☺️ I started taking this 2 months ago and had fallen off remembering daily. WOW. What a difference! I can definitely tell that I’m more snappy with less patience without! So back to setting it next to the coffee maker to remember.😉

The next isn’t so much an item, but something I find extremely helpful daily- and that’s @theskimm. 📰 If you don’t follow this feed, add it! It’s a simple way to keep up with current events, while not only keeping it short, but explaining well. Perfect for these days when we’re juggling way too much to keep up!

Ellie discovered this S & T inc silicone drying rack- and after seeing her pics, I ordered one too! This is amazing for a quick drying rack or using to wash/drain veggies over.

Last, but not least- It’s time for fall decor! 🎃 I love all things Halloween, especially home decor. Pillows are such an fast, easy add on that require zero effort. This subtle webbed one from local shop @chaletnursery is perfect.

I would love to hear about your favorite finds of the week! Enjoy the weekend! #fridayfavorites #momgadgets #momlife #fridayfaves

It's Thursday and while I cheers each of you over

Anyone else getting a lot of drama 🎭 at home th

Anyone else getting a lot of drama 🎭 at home these days 🙋🏻‍♀️? Make good use of colorful attitudes with @citadeltheatreco Fall Virtual Workshops 2020! Yep, your child now has a safe and creative outlet to discover and explore the artist within from the comfort and safety of your own home. Choose from a variety of performance & movement workshops for grades 1-9!

Classes begin 10/1 via zoom! Learn more and sign up before they're full by visiting this link ➡ https://www.citadeltheatre.org/fallworkshops

#sponsored #chicagonorthshoremoms #citadeltheatre #childrenstheatre

Hieee! It’s been a day already. Took three kids

Hieee! It’s been a day already. Took three kids to the dentist 🦷 , accomplished a bit of elearning (a word my phone finally doesn’t try to autocorrect), yelled just a smidge, worked a little, whined a little, now off to a dermatology appointment and swim lessons... phew! Who’s joining me for a glass of wine this evening?
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Speaking of joining me... I have big news that I’m divulging to you all tomorrow a la the Thirsty Thursday feature. Be there or be square! Can’t wait!! 🤗

And... flip! 🏊🏼‍♂️ I’m so proud of m

And... flip! 🏊🏼‍♂️ I’m so proud of my 5yo dude for mastering the life-saving flip technique thanks to @fossswimschool. With COVID concerns my hubby and I had been super hesitant to enroll at a swim school - yuck. BUT, the protocols that they have in place are tops. 🤒 checks and hand sanitizer at the door, lane gapping, directional signs ➡️➡️, face shields on the instructors, parent and staff 😷 enforcement and more private lesson options are just a snippet of how they’re adhering to strict protocols.
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Sure the swim season is just about over but the lifelong skill of learning how to swim doesn’t have to be. Prepare now for your next BRBO lake house. Visit @fossswimschool for ways your family can try it out.
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Head over to stories to see more pics of what to expect at your local @fossswimschool.
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**Transparency: My 5yo receives free swim lessons in exchange for an honest, unbiased review. However, we’ve been a Foss family for six years and ❤️ this swim school.

Have you fallen out of any semblance of an exercis

Have you fallen out of any semblance of an exercise routine 🙋🏻‍♀️? Getting back to your regular fitness routine shouldn't mean that you have to make a long-term commitment, especially now when your world is changing so quickly. CNSMoms #partner, @recreationcenterofhighlandpark, has flexible pass options - Purchase a 30-Day Pass before October 30, 2020 and receive another 30-Day Pass for FREE! Use the bonus 30 days to extend your pass or give it as a gift. The 30-Day Pass starts as low as $50.

Or, if you're looking for a pass to get you through the end of the year, their 90-Day Pass starts as low as $90 – that is only a $1 a day! Hurry, this pass is only available through October 15. Learn more by clicking on the link on our bio page 👆🏼 and sign up 👍🏼😅

The Rec Center is committed to keeping all patrons safe during the COVID pandemic. Here's how: http://bit.ly/CNSmSafeRec

✨ Yes, We do have a new Meet a Mom feature this

✨ Yes, We do have a new Meet a Mom feature this week! Meet Ashley Collins, mom of three (soon to be four 👶), creator of BooBoxes! Link in bio☝️✨

Ashley has great advice that may just help motivate those kiddos to say "yes" every now and then. Plus, her BooBoxes are sure to help your littles celebrate Halloween safely this year because the box contains crafts, a baking activity and decorations. Read our interview and be sure to take advantage of the discount that she's passing along. Link in bio ☝️

What a treat, thanks Ashley! 🕷 🎃 👻 🍬

Check out our U-pick 🍎 🍏 and 🎃 picking gu

Check out our U-pick 🍎 🍏 and 🎃 picking guide - it’s tops! Link in bio ☝️!! The guide also contains the most delicious and easy to make apple pie recipe! Happy outdoor frolicking!
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... and before anybody loses their mind over the fact that we’re not wearing masks these photos were taken last year LOL.

You will always be a hero to us! Rest in peace #rb

You will always be a hero to us! Rest in peace #rbg Shero Warrior Changemaker. May we be lucky enough to have more women like you because of you. 📸 @crystalmoody

Happy New Year to my Jewish friends! Here’s to a

Happy New Year to my Jewish friends! Here’s to a sweet new year, we could all use that! 🍎 🍯 🐝 To all, have a safe a lovely weekend! ❤️

Happy Thursday everyone! We’re back with our wee

Happy Thursday everyone! We’re back with our weekly series and this one is a bit different because we’re not featuring a drink... nope, this week we’re quenching a thirst for interior design and renovation a la my home!!! Yes, after nine years of wanting, two years of serious planning and four VERY long months of being displaced we’re finally home and LOVING it! Head over to Insta stories 💯☝️ to see a short home tour (no sound), then click the link in our bio ☝️ to get my coveted list of North Shore home reno resources from funding your project to design to finishes...
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Are you thinking about a reno or in the middle of one?
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What questions can I answer for you?
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Until next Thursday, stay thirsty friends!
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#chicagonorthshoremoms #chicagonorthshore #northshorerealtor #chicagonorthshorephotographer #chicagonorthshorehomes #chicagorealtor #homerenovations #twochicksandahammer

New delicious weeknight recipe: "Easy Honey Chipot

New delicious weeknight recipe: "Easy Honey Chipotle Salmon Tacos!" curated by our sister-site, Beach City Moms out of Los Angeles. A little taste of L.A. if you will! Go to the recipe by clicking in the link in our bio ☝️. Bookmark our website for more family-approved recipes, community resources, local events and more 🍬🍬

Thank you Elizabeth Lim! See you in L.A.... one day!

#ChicagoNorthShoreMoms #tacotuesdayeveryday #beachcitymoms

✨ New Meet a Mom on the website! "Meet a Mom: Ze

✨ New Meet a Mom on the website! "Meet a Mom: Zen of Slow Cooking’s Meg Barnhart!" (link in bio 👆🏼 or visit ChicagoNorthShoreMoms.com) ✨ This week's Meet a Mom feature is full of spice and everything nice! Please help us welcome Lake Forest resident and mom of three grown ones, Meg Barnhart, Founder & Co-Creator of Zen of slow cooking food blog and spice blends! You'll want to read about this mom's persistence, perseverance (eight years) and how the idea came to be in an effort to create delicious home cooking a la your slow cooker, pressure cooker or Dutch Oven. Yep, we love easy cooking and we love a good entrepreneurial story, don't we, friends?! 🥘 🙌🏼👏🏼

Open the story by heading over to that link in our bio 👆🏼 and be sure to scroll to the bottom to get your Zen of slow cooking gift with purchase. Happy cooking!
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#chicagonorthshoremoms #meetamommonday #zenofslowcooking #spiceblends #pressurecooker #instapot #slowcooker #thelocalmomsnetwork #givingmomsthegiftoftime #instayum #dutchovencooking #instapotrecipes #slowcookerrecipes #wholefoodsmarket #sunsetfoods

✨Giveaway✨The Local Moms Network has partnered

✨Giveaway✨The Local Moms Network has partnered with @berkleypub for another amazing giveaway! Winner will receive a stack of must-read books from female authors, as well as products from some of our favorite wellness brands, @saintjanebeauty @presspauseproject @thedlmd! Pamper yourself before school starts! Enter by 9/13 at link in bio👆or at bit.ly/TLMNwellnessgiveaway. #giveaway #giveaways #instagood #bookclub #wellness #thelocalmomsnetwork #moms #giveawaytime

@codeverse offers one-on-one virtual coding classe

@codeverse offers one-on-one virtual coding classes for kids ages 6–13. Classes are 50 minutes long, held once a week, and led by expert Guides who introduce students to the universal concepts of coding while teaching the skills needed to create their own unique mobile apps and games. In between virtual sessions, kids have access to their Codeverse account, allowing them to continue building on existing projects or complete Missions. The first virtual session is free and you get $50 off your first month with TLMN-50. Happy coding! #sponsored

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