On The Go Chicago

As I talked about in my post “Plan a trip to the mall that promises fun for mom and tot“, I am always looking for ways to make the chores we all have to get done each week more fun for me and my girls.  Darting into a grocery store to grab some milk and other essentials is no longer quick and more of a production than I ever imagine.  Now I have to unload two kids from our car, strap the baby into her sling and the toddler into the shopping cart, bring enough toys, snacks and diapers to last the 30 to 45 minutes we will be in the store and hope to escape before actually needing to use the diapers and wipes!

My experience at the new Whole Foods in Lincoln Park (1550 N. Kingsbury) this morning was more fun than chore, and for that I say THANK YOU!

We headed to Whole Foods just before 10:00.  I grabbed some tea at the cute little coffee bar in the front of the store and settled in for a half hour FREE sing-along with a Bubbles performer.  She was great.  Not only did she do a wonderful job of making it interactive, she also encouraged the kids to come up on stage and dance along.  After the sing-along, we did our weekly shopping.  On the way back to the car (FYI – lots of free and convenient parking) we check out the many snack/lunch options on the second floor.

If you love Whole Foods and the philosophy behind the brand, you will love this new store.  They have truly given it a “Chicago” feel and have embraced families.  They offer special parking spots for alternative fuel vehicles, they used reclaimed materials in the construction of the store, and they offer lots of activities targeted to families.  Check out their calendar for upcoming events.  In November you can enjoy a free sing-along every Wednesday and Thursday at 10:00, Green Mama classes on Wednesdays starting at 10:30 and a handful of other green parenting seminars.

Sing-alongs and shopping…genius!