Get this party started
Cake and other goodies
Where to buy the best gift ever
If you can't find a present at one of these 55 homegrown toy stores, you ain't tryin'.
Oh behave!
You're invited
Sick of cake?
Ice cream shops
Featured
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Birthday drawings
Young Chicago artists share birthday art.
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125 perfect presents for kids
What's a birthday without a perfect present? We've got that covered, too.
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Celebrate with a story
Read a book...on their birthday, or anytime, just for the heck of it.
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Birthday horror stories
Kids and parents recall past parties, from the good to the bad to the barfy.
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Ten candy stores we can't get enough of
What party is complete without sweet treats?
Can't-miss stories
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Method to the music
Suzuki is the golden standard—but is it the only way to learn a string instrument?
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Six spots for housemade pastas
Go beyond spaghetti and meatballs with these fresh options.
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Travel: Destination San Diego
Seasonal doldrums are no match for near-perfect San Diego.


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