http://www.examiner.com/x-10998-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner?cid=exrss-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner en-us Mon, 23 Nov 2009 14:01:22 -0700 Sun, 22 Nov 2009 22:15:54 -0700 BlogCFC http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.examiner.com/x-10998-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner~y2009m11d22-Stops-on-your-trip-south-on-I--65--Part-I?cid=exrss-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner Winter weather is hitting Chicagoland, which means that many families are planning their getaways to a warmer climate for the coming months. This is the first article in a series on some of the great attractions to incorporate into your drive to D... Getaways Fun Attractions Entertainment Tours Historic attractions Sun, 22 Nov 2009 22:15:54 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10998-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner~y2009m11d22-Stops-on-your-trip-south-on-I--65--Part-I?cid=exrss-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10998-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner~y2009m11d22-Abraham-Lincoln-Presidential-Museum-sees-jump-in-visitors-in-2009?cid=exrss-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner If you’re making a trip to Springfield, one place you won’t want to miss is the state-of-the-art Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum and Library. During the bicentennial celebration of Lincoln’s birth this year, Springfield has s... Getaways Historic attractions Sun, 22 Nov 2009 20:50:03 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10998-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner~y2009m11d22-Abraham-Lincoln-Presidential-Museum-sees-jump-in-visitors-in-2009?cid=exrss-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10998-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner~y2009m11d11-Ten-things-to-love-about-Indianapolis?cid=exrss-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner 1) The Indianapolis Zoo. Mingle with the animals and peruse an adjoining 3 acre garden on the grounds in the White River State Park. 2) The Capital Building. The majestic structure is beautiful both inside and out. Be sure to at least stop by ... Sports Getaways Zoos Museums Fun Attractions Wed, 11 Nov 2009 20:49:31 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10998-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner~y2009m11d11-Ten-things-to-love-about-Indianapolis?cid=exrss-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10998-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner~y2009m11d6-10000-donation-made-to-begin-fundraising-for-Jackson-Museum-in-Michael-Jacksons-hometown-Gary-IN?cid=exrss-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner In Gary, Indiana, the notion of a museum being built dedicated to the Jackson family, who once resided in a small slab house at 2300 Jackson Street is moving a little closer to reality as Gary Mayor Rudy Clay accepted a $10,000 check to kick off f... Museums Entertainment Michael Jackson Fri, 06 Nov 2009 12:31:19 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10998-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner~y2009m11d6-10000-donation-made-to-begin-fundraising-for-Jackson-Museum-in-Michael-Jacksons-hometown-Gary-IN?cid=exrss-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10998-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner~y2009m11d6-Chicago-Indiananapolis-Detroit-Cleveland-among-cities-bidding-for-20182022-World-Cup?cid=exrss-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner The loss of the Olympic bid disappointed Chicagoans and Americans who hoped to see the games come to the Midwest to show off the Windy City. Several U.S. cities are now vying to host the 2018/2022 World Cup. Click here to put in your vote and... Sports Fri, 06 Nov 2009 11:27:33 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10998-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner~y2009m11d6-Chicago-Indiananapolis-Detroit-Cleveland-among-cities-bidding-for-20182022-World-Cup?cid=exrss-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10998-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner~y2009m11d5-Whats-in-store-for-Wrigley-field-under-new-ownership-Better-bathrooms?cid=exrss-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner The ownership of the Chicago Cubs has officially been turned over to the Ricketts family and the Chicago Tribune has reported that the family plans to make upgrades to the park a priority. So, what will that mean for Cubs fans? One of the imp... Sports Thu, 05 Nov 2009 20:31:32 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10998-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner~y2009m11d5-Whats-in-store-for-Wrigley-field-under-new-ownership-Better-bathrooms?cid=exrss-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10998-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner~y2009m11d5-Gary-Indiana-Mayor-Rudy-Clay-meets-with-Joe-Jackson-to-announce-fundraising-plan-for-Jackson-Museum?cid=exrss-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner On October 28, Gary, Indiana Mayor Rudy Clay met with Joe Jackson where the two announced at a press conference inside the Brenden Theatre at the Palms Casino in Las Vegas that a fundraising campaign will begin to bring a Jackson Museum to Jackson... Museums Celebrity connections and favorites Michael Jackson Thu, 05 Nov 2009 19:17:07 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10998-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner~y2009m11d5-Gary-Indiana-Mayor-Rudy-Clay-meets-with-Joe-Jackson-to-announce-fundraising-plan-for-Jackson-Museum?cid=exrss-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10998-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner~y2009m11d5-Take-a-trip-without-the-kids-to-tour-the-Beer-Capital-of-the-World?cid=exrss-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner If you're looking for a day trip or getaway for just mom and dad without the kiddies, one that is sure to be a hit is a visit to Milwaukee to learn a bit of history along with brew samples. Often referred to as the &q... Getaways Tours Thu, 05 Nov 2009 18:49:38 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10998-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner~y2009m11d5-Take-a-trip-without-the-kids-to-tour-the-Beer-Capital-of-the-World?cid=exrss-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10998-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner~y2009m11d5-Vacation-with-the-Chicago-Cubs-in-the-Dominican-Republic?cid=exrss-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner Thinking of getting away from Chicago for a tropical escape? The Chicago Cubs are offering a 7-night luxury trip for $1169.99. The trip includes airfare, hotel, meals, drinks and a chance to meet five VIPs (Very Important Players,) which include C... Sports Getaways Celebrity connections and favorites Thu, 05 Nov 2009 18:44:19 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10998-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner~y2009m11d5-Vacation-with-the-Chicago-Cubs-in-the-Dominican-Republic?cid=exrss-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10998-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner~y2009m11d4-Deal-of-the-Day-Wilderness-Territory-Resort-in-Wisconsin-Dells-offers-99-room-rate?cid=exrss-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner During November, if you book on a Sunday through Thursday, you can reserve a room for the rate of $99 at the Wilderness Territory Resort in Wisconsin Dells. The resort is the largest indoor water park resort in the country with over 250,000 square... Getaways Fun Attractions Water parks Deal of the Day Wed, 04 Nov 2009 22:19:00 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10998-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner~y2009m11d4-Deal-of-the-Day-Wilderness-Territory-Resort-in-Wisconsin-Dells-offers-99-room-rate?cid=exrss-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10998-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner~y2009m11d4-Take-a-family-road-trip-to-look-for-muffler-men?cid=exrss-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner If you took a road trip during the 1960’s or 1970’s, you probably encountered a few of the enormous fiberglass statues referred to by their fans and followers as Muffler Men or M-Men. The giants earned the name because they were of... Getaways Fun Attractions Wed, 04 Nov 2009 19:55:15 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10998-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner~y2009m11d4-Take-a-family-road-trip-to-look-for-muffler-men?cid=exrss-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10998-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner~y2009m11d4-Indianpolis-Zoo-is-full-of-family-fun?cid=exrss-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner If there's one place kids really enjoy visiting, it's a zoo. One of the best zoos you'll find is the Indianapolis Zoo, which opened in 1964 and is located in the White River State Park with an adjoining 3.3 acre botanical garden. P... Zoos Wed, 04 Nov 2009 16:48:13 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10998-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner~y2009m11d4-Indianpolis-Zoo-is-full-of-family-fun?cid=exrss-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10998-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner~y2009m11d4-25th-Annual-Cubs-Convention-passes-go-on-sale-today?cid=exrss-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner For Cubs fans who are already itching for spring training, you can start planning now to attend the annual Cubs Convention. The 2010 Cubs Convention will be held January 15 – 17, 2010. All proceeds from the Cubs convention benefit Cubs Care,... Sports Celebrity connections and favorites Events Wed, 04 Nov 2009 07:49:14 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10998-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner~y2009m11d4-25th-Annual-Cubs-Convention-passes-go-on-sale-today?cid=exrss-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10998-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner~y2009m11d2-West-Baden-Springs-ranked-top-15th-resort-in-US-by-Conde-Nast-Traveler-readers?cid=exrss-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner In the November 2009 issue of Condé Nast Traveler, the West Baden Spring Hotel has ranked 15th in the list of large U.S. (Mainland) resorts, which is a six-place jump over last year. For anyone in the Midwest who has not been there, a ... Getaways Historic attractions Resorts Mon, 02 Nov 2009 22:12:14 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10998-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner~y2009m11d2-West-Baden-Springs-ranked-top-15th-resort-in-US-by-Conde-Nast-Traveler-readers?cid=exrss-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10998-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner~y2009m11d1-Free-exhibit-featuring-scenes-from-A-Christmas-Story-opens-today?cid=exrss-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner Halloween is done, so it’s time to move on to Christmas. In Hammond, Indiana the Christmas season has begun. Last year, to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the classic holiday movie A Christmas Story, the Indiana Welcome Center in Hammond f... Deal of the Day Events Seasonal Fun Exhibits Christmas Sun, 01 Nov 2009 14:21:02 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10998-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner~y2009m11d1-Free-exhibit-featuring-scenes-from-A-Christmas-Story-opens-today?cid=exrss-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10998-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner~y2009m10d31-Kiddieland-fans-will-have-chance-to-buy-piece-of-the-park?cid=exrss-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner For 81 seasons Kiddieland Amuseument Park in Melrose Park, Illinois entertained kids of all ages. It was a place where generations of families returned and where children could hop on a ride that their grandparents also rode decades ago. One ... Amusement/Theme Parks Fri, 30 Oct 2009 23:18:12 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10998-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner~y2009m10d31-Kiddieland-fans-will-have-chance-to-buy-piece-of-the-park?cid=exrss-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10998-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner~y2009m10d30-Lubeznick-Center-for-the-Arts-features-Anne-Frank-photo-exhibit?cid=exrss-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner Running through November 17 at the Lubeznick Center for the Arts in Michigan City, Indiana is the exhibit titled Anne Frank: A Private Photo Album, which is a collection of photos of Anne Frank and family taken from father Otto Fran... Museums Exhibits Fri, 30 Oct 2009 20:10:20 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10998-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner~y2009m10d30-Lubeznick-Center-for-the-Arts-features-Anne-Frank-photo-exhibit?cid=exrss-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10998-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner~y2009m10d30-Tomorrow-is-your-last-chance-to-visit-Bengtons-Pumpkin-Farm?cid=exrss-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner Halloween is almost here, which means tomorrow is your last chance to take in a day at Bengston's Pumpkin Farm.  The farm offers great fun for all ages wtih hay rides, a petting zoo, haunted barn, pumpkin launcher, pig races, a corn maze,... Farm Attractions Seasonal Fun Fall fun Fri, 30 Oct 2009 16:49:31 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10998-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner~y2009m10d30-Tomorrow-is-your-last-chance-to-visit-Bengtons-Pumpkin-Farm?cid=exrss-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10998-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner~y2009m10d30-County-Line-Orchard-offering-trick-or-treating-tonight?cid=exrss-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner Trick-or-treating takes place October 30 in the new barn at County Line Orchard.Photo by Carrie SteinwegTake those little ghosts and goblins out tonight for a fun evening of trick-or-treating, live music and a costume contest. County Line Orchard is ... Farm Attractions Seasonal Fun Fall fun Fri, 30 Oct 2009 16:33:59 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10998-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner~y2009m10d30-County-Line-Orchard-offering-trick-or-treating-tonight?cid=exrss-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10998-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner~y2009m10d23-Visit-the-200acre-Great-Pumpkin-Patch-for-fall-fun?cid=exrss-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner If you’re a fan of the Charlie Brown tale about the Great Pumpkin Patch, you may want to take your family out to the real “Great Pumpkin Patch,” located in Illinois Amish country. The Great Pumpkin Patch is a 200-acre attrac... Farm Attractions Entertainment Seasonal Fun Fall fun Fri, 23 Oct 2009 15:09:49 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10998-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner~y2009m10d23-Visit-the-200acre-Great-Pumpkin-Patch-for-fall-fun?cid=exrss-Chicago-Family-Staycations-Examiner