The Park district of La Grange inside playground is amazing! It's great for those really hot days…read moreand you still want to enjoy the day with your little. My son enjoyed the bridge. He was running up and down for a long time. Besides the playground they have a fitness center, basketball court and I'm sure plenty more!

Lots of Equipment, space, and a variety of fitness classes included in the membership. They just…read morerenovated the parking lot so it's nice to finally park my car within a reasonable distance.

I have 3 kids. my son is a free spirt but has always loved going there. sadly the staff is so…read morepoorly trained that they don't know how to deal with children. I recently had them there for a sleepunder. My son split his ear open and I was never contacted. but the coach said my 6 yo who was there to have fun was fine so they didn't feel the need to call. you have a head injury with blood and they aren't trained to call the parents. THIS IS A JOKE. my husband spoke with the owner and she apologized- it was a great conversation. then a day later I got an email canceling all my future camps and was told no one in my family is welcome back. UNREAL. I'd be very cautious with their care and compassion if you send your children there!!!! awful treatment.

Wonderful instructors, compassionate director. Bright, open, colorful space. My daughter can't…read moreget enough. We love it here.

We've used LPC for all three of our children and have made it through every one of their…read moreclassrooms. I couldn't recommend them more. The teachers get to know your child and your family and they all still ask about our older children because many of them have been there for years. We opted to move our children here at first because of lots of turnover at other daycares and we have been so fortunate to work with them over the years and have them help us raise our children.

My daughter has been here for over a year and has progressed so much! The teachers are great with…read morethe children and communication has always been quick and thorough whenever updates are made. The safety measures they put in place during the pandemic has put me at ease when I have to drop my daughter off. My daughter is always happy/excited when she walks through the doors and is always greeted by her first name right away (the staff is great at remembering all the names of the students that walk through the door). When I pick her up from school, she is always excited to tell me about everything she did that day and always leaves with a smile on her face. I recommend Little People's Country over any other daycare nearby to my friends/Family. Thank you LPC Staff for being such amazing individuals and keeping our children safe/happy.

Words cannot express the experience my children have had at Kensington School. Two different…read morekiddos with two totally different personalities, both thrived in the best possible way. Curriculum is top notch, having an education background as a parent I was definitely more critical on what was being taught to my children. They exceeded my expectations from the Jolly Phonics, Handwriting without Tears, to the hands on science experiments. I can continue on with so many praises, from the administration being open and supportive, the teachers are friendly and welcoming, to the variety of snacks and lunch options (which was huge in our household by introducing a variety and them willing to try new things since they were exposed at school). The environment is warm, makes you comfortable and feel like your home away from home. If you are even considering putting your little ones Kensington School is the way to go :-)

Any review that is negative is from a past administration team. We've had a great experience the…read morelast year & I'm a tough critical. I'm blown away at how immerse and diverse the curriculum is here. The outdoor play area is very nice & secure, they grow a garden in the summer & harvest in the fall. The preschool & pre-k kids perform in a musical in Fall/Spring, which is honestly nothing like you'll find at any daycare. They have music class with teacher who plays piano, have appropriate & seasonal activities & an organic lunch & snack catered menu. The building is secure & the staff is responsive. They assess your child & send progress reports each "school year" Spring/Fall. Very hygiene conscious, which was a huge thing for me, and will communicate with parents.

Our daughter has made leaps and bounds, both academically and socially. She always looks forward…read moreto going to school. She is safe, well-fed, and appreciated by her teachers and peers. We've appreciated the ease of communicating with both the staff and classroom teachers and their responsiveness. The teachers are exceptional, kind hearted and loving; they plan such fun and interactive activities for the kids. Thank you all for creating such a caring environment! This is a wonderful school.

AMAZING!!! Ms. Heather & Ms. Margie make you feel like family!!! My son has advanced so much from…read morethe educational curriculum. AND THE TEACHERS!!! Every single one of them is wonderful!! My son never wants to leave!! I am truly blessed to have found them!!!

After 5:00 summer series Wednesday wine down:I recently visited this Little Black Pearl, and I have…read moreto say the energy when I walked in was great. I was surrounded by such positive, welcoming people of all ages. Throughout the night, we sang karaoke, played cards, shot pool and listened to good music. What really stood out to me was how safe, inclusive, and comfortable the environment felt. Everyone was so kind and genuine. But what truly touched my heart was how the community embraced my brother, who is special needs. There was no judgment only acceptance, laughter, and open arms. For the first time in a long time, I didn't feel like I had to be on guard, watching to make sure he was being treated with respect because everyone just welcomed. It was a relaxing night filled with connection and joy. I would absolutely come back and recommend it to anyone looking for a fun, warm, and safe space. Thank you for such an unforgettable expeience.

The organization for which I work recently held an event at Little Black Pearl (LBP). The support…read moreand service we received was beyond stellar! LBP provided the space, catered the food (via their onsite cafe, Carver 47), connected us to amazing balloon and floral vendors, and provided other accoutrements (e.g., tables and chairs, table coverings, a stage, sound and tech support, package management). LBP's one-stop shop especially helpful given that our planning team resided outside of Chicago. There is so much to applaud from the experience: the warm and inviting space exuded elegance; the feast was as beautiful as it was delicious; and the LBP team's interactions with us (from planning to completion) was the epitome of grace and hospitality. They accommodated every request and did so with an exceptional level of excellence. When we asked that the menu include a vegetarian and Halal dish, they ensured guests had multiple options. When we requested assistance erecting our banner, they took on the task of assembling the entire structure, even machine washing and drying it when they noticed a stain. Compared to other spaces we considered (and have used in the past) across the city, LBP's offerings and support stood head and shoulders above and their love was palpable in their attention to details.That they have a heart-centered mission and work in support of youth and community was tasty icing on an already amazing cake. Thank you, Little Black Pearl team, for making our event a world-class experience!

I have mixed feelings about this kayak tour company. I signed up because although I'm a very…read morecapable and seasoned kayaker, I didn't know this river and I like learning about the ecosystems and local wildlife. For this reason I like having tour guides. Going up the river was fine. Coming back went a bit sour. I went as slow as I was capable of paddling or not paddling, but apparently it was too fast for the preference of our tour guide. I was barely touching the water with my paddle. I have no idea how I could have gone any slower. It wasn't humanly possible. After shouting at me several times, he took to chasing me down and ramming my kayak so it'd spin in circles. Would I rent a kayak here and kayak the river alone? Yes. Would I personally use a tour guide here? No I wouldn't. Would I recommend? If you're a family with little kids or a drunk sorority house, absolutely. If you know what you're doing, just go it alone. You'll probably enjoy it more. Edit: If the tour guide had concerns for group safety, he could have said so. Although ramming my kayak with his seems to be a bit of a conflict as far as my safety goes. It was an unprofessional approach when he could have simply explained why he needed me to slow down

It almost seemed like a dream. From the very start, cruising through a large patch of lotus plants,…read moreit felt otherworldly. Very peaceful, going at our own pace. Enjoyed the cliff walls of Buffalo Rock and the shallow waters of some side passages. We paddled for 5 hours, covering 8 miles total. After we were done we headed to charming, historic downtown Utica for drinks and dinner at Skoog's Pub & Grill in North Utica, IL. I was impressed with the logistics and operation of the kayaking experience, from the guide* to the equipment and online booking process. *Full disclosure, the guide was my twin sister, but I am being objective...seriously.

Amazing family oriented....Very A great team, always looking out for the children in their care…read more The areas are always clean and well-maintained, the children are very safe, and everyone is treated with love.

My daughter attended kindercare for a year, long story short we had quite a TERRIBLE experience…read morethere for many reasons, we ended up searching and touring daycares for months with no success, until last min we came across la petite in elmhurst. upon touring the first time, we were geeeted by tatiana who greeted us with such a genuine bright beautiful welcoming smile and cheerfulness, right at the door we felt a great sense of being welcomed and a big sense of genuine interest in our concerns from beginning to end of the tour everyone was friendly, and the atmosphere was very bright versus the other daycares we had toured in the past felt very dark and gloomy. we toured again another two times with the SAME exact experience every time. One of the time my daughters teacher actually came out to meet my daughter and my daughter danced with that teacher! they both the teacher and my daughter interacted so effortlessly and comfortably it made me feel so comfortable and confident knowing that I could trust them to love and care for her just as I would. I can't express how much gratitude and gratefulness I have for this daycare. They accommodated her feeding tube with such ease and gracefulness. I am Very thankful. The difference between this daycare and her previous daycare at kindercare are light night and day. Fem the second you walk through the door to the min you are checking g your child out for the day. The live stream is just a bonus to this daycare which i can access at any time throughout the day! I would HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS DAYCARE to any parents who take their child's well being seriously. It's already hard enough to live in times where we have no choice but to entrust our babies in others care to be able to work is such a life shattering thing, but la petite has seriously made it so much easier for me to be able to go to work with the confisence and comfort of knowing she is being loved genuinely and cared for on a level I haven't never experienced in the past.

We attended a few music lessons when our toddler was younger! Loved the engagement and the…read moreenthusiasm of the teacher. our toddler and we had a fun time

My daughter was enrolled in Ms. Jacque's class for over two years before we moved out of the city…read more Ms. Jacque is the best! She was one of the "newer" teachers but she is AWESOME! Her energy, enthusiasm, & silliness is very engaging for the kids, and she has a beautiful voice! Because she is newer, her classes were a little smaller, which is kind of nice. The veteran teachers are great too (I signed up for the holiday sing a long with Ms. Julie), but I noticed my daughter seemed a little less engaged in the other teachers' classes. I don't know if it had to do with the fact that classes were much more packed & she got less attention from the teacher (no fault on Ms. Julie, she does a great job connecting with all the parents & kids, her classes are just bigger). The program itself is awesome. My daughter's language development is way above average (not trying to brag but it's true) and I think this program has a lot to do with it. We still listen to the CD's at home, and the recordings are really pleasant even for adults to listen to. The songs are not irritating like some kids albums can be (parents, you know what I'm talking about). My daughter will request "Ms. Jacque music" in the car, so cute! I know my daughter misses her! If you are considering this program, I'd highly recommend it.

We visited Winnie's Playroom with my daughter, and she absolutely loved it. From climbing into the…read moreball pit to playing in the kitchen area and then taking care of the baby dolls. They also had a little library and even an art corner setup. There were so many fun little spaces for her to explore. Everything was very clean and the set up is executed well. As a parent I appreciate places like these especially on a rainy day or even in the winter. It also allows my daughter to explore new toys and then I have an idea of what she will like at home. Such a cute indoor play space for toddlers and little kids. We'll definitely be coming back soon and hopefully get to enjoy one of the many events they also host geared specifically to kiddos!

My 2.5 year old daughter loved playing in this space. It was carefully designed and age…read moreappropriate. Even the bathrooms had small details that were kid friendly. It is a refreshing space to be in. The snacks are reasonably priced and a good selection. The store is cute with items promoting small businesses. It is super intentional. The coffee is yummy and the shaved ice was a perfect treat to end the visit. I wish I lived a bit closer because this spot is truly a gem. Will visit when we are in town :) P.s free parking!!!