Free Fishing Days 2026: When You Can Fish Free in Every State
Looking for an easy outdoor adventure the whole family will love? Say hello to fishing — a simple…
How to Watch the 2025 Perseid Meteor Shower With Your Family
Want to spot shooting stars with your kids this summer? The Perseid meteor shower is one of the best &mda…
New Batavia Neighborhood Parks To Be Dedicated on August 24th
The Batavia community will soon be able to visit and enjoy two new neighborhood parks as Batavia Park Dis…
Cosley Zoo in Wheaton Turns 50 This Year!
Cosley Zoo in Wheaton is marking a big birthday this year—the zoo turns 50 years old on August 17,…
Viewing The Solar Eclipse: How To Make A Pinhole Projector
We all want a peek at the upcoming solar eclipse, and a pinhole projector offers a creative and safe solu…
Wilderness Awaits: 4th Graders Enjoy Free National Park Access
My family enjoys exploring the National Parks around the country. We've recently visited Joshua Tree…
Find Your Family Fun - All Over Illinois
Ready to take a road trip? Let Macaroni KID be your guide to what’s going on in communities through…
Hey Kids, Look Up! The Year's Best Meteor Shower is Happening Now
One of my favorite memories of growing up on a farm in Wisconsin was the view of the night sky. We could…
Hi! I'm Brigette and I'm the Macaroni Kid Publisher for the Yorkville - Geneva - St. Charles area. I'm a mom of two beautiful foster/adopted daughters, the General Manager of an environmental consulting firm, a wife to the love of my life, an aunt to some amazing nephews & nieces (ranging in age from 12-30) and friend to some really awesome people that help make my life great. I look forward to getting to know all of you better! Brigette
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