Hey Mama Hey! Today is the first day of summer. If you are a Chicago mama like me, you are thinking “Summer WHERE?”. Like you, I have been bummed out even discouraged by the fall like temps. BUT Mama I am here to remind you, we are tough Chicago MidwestContinue Reading
Hey Mama Hey! Happy Friday… This week’s round up of events is a little light. This weekend the focus is hanging out with Dad and all the Dad figures in our life. That is my pick of the week. Whatever you do, do it together. This is a time toContinue Reading
Hey Mama Hey!!! Y’all are serious about these Spring/Summer weekends! Last week’s Freshly Picked Events was my most read recap in a long time. I think the warm weather has motivated Mamas to get out! This weekend is packed with fests and events that stretch over both days. ObieQ andContinue Reading
Hey Mama Hey! Like most people, all week I look forward to Friday. That is the day I get to bring you my hand picked events for you and your family for the weekend. I have to warn you, up until now this has been like practice. Summertime Chi isContinue Reading
Hey Mama Hey! Congrats! You made it through the week. Everyone is still alive. I am proud of you. You are winning! We have a 3 day weekend in front of us so you need to plan some activities before these kids drive you crazy, Can I show you whatContinue Reading
Hey Mama Hey! It’s Thursday so get ready for a throwback: My senior prom picture. Your eyes are failing you. That’s Papa Fresh! In 1998 we dressed to the nines, danced all night and took classic pics like this one. Prom memories are special and last a lifetime. So let’sContinue Reading
Hey Mama Hey! It’s Mother’s Day weekend. The Super Bowl of appreciation of Mamas! Whether you choose church, fancy brunch, breakfast in bed or all of the above…. I want to give you a heads up on events in city. Take a look at the list and go out toContinue Reading
Hey Mama Hey! Let’s go back….back into time. When Cinco De Mayo meant bar crawls and bottomless margaritas. (Idk if that is really a thing but I feel like it SHOULD be) Well, Sista…times have changed. My reason for sending this at the start of your day is I wantContinue Reading
Hey Mama Hey!!! It’s that time of the week again where I share with you the events in Chicago that are perfect for you and your family. Let’s talk about the elephant in the room. Tomorrow it’s supposed to snow. Yes it’s April. Yes it’s technically Spring. Yes it’s 60Continue Reading
“Let your kids play in nature”, they say. Being outside builds creativity and confidence, those are #FACTS, there is research to support this. If you have ever seen your child discover a butterfly or jump in a puddle, you know this is true. There is only one issue. WE LIVEContinue Reading
