This weekend is all about mom.
There are plenty of ways to spend time with your kids by either meeting a favorite author or visiting a favorite local event. You can even work together to create a costume for your favorite pup.
Looking to spend some time with your hubby or girlfriends? Arlington International Racecourse is hosting a Mother’s Day event (along with Family Day), or you can shop for vintage goods at North Shore Flea.
Happy Mother’s Day!
Book Signing: Ann Brashares
Friday, May 9
Skokie
Spend an evening with your daughter and meet Ann Brashares, author of “The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants” series, as she discusses her newest novel, “The Here and Now.” This book follows a girl from the future who finds herself in 2014.
Gorton’s Dog Day Parade
Saturday, May 10
Lake Forest
Your pup can be the star of this parade! Awards will be given for Best Costume, Best Owner and Dog Look-Alike, and Top Dog. You can also talk to dog experts while enjoying music, food and more fun with Fido.
North Shore Flea
Photo by Leilani Wertens.
Saturday, May 10
Highwood
Shop for vintage clothing, artwork, furniture and more during North Shore Flea’s opening weekend. The market now lasts two days, so there’s plenty of time to find the perfect vintage piece.
Model Railroad Garden: Landmarks of America
Photo courtesy of Chicago Botanic Garden.
Opens Saturday, May 10
Glencoe
This family favorite is back! With 1,600 feet of track running through 7,500 square feet of garden, there’s plenty for you and your kids to take in this weekend. And of course, you can always end your visit with a walk around the beautiful gardens.
Mother’s Day/Family Day at Arlington International Racecourse
Sunday, May 11
Arlington Heights
Take some inspiration from this past weekend’s Kentucky Derby and spend a day at the racecourse. Enjoy mimosas and bloody marys, brunch, a complimentary rose and Family Day, which includes pony rides, a petting zoo, a magician, jugglers and more.
