This is my first experience looking for a summer camp for my son. I toured the facility and…read moreinstantly fell in love. I was skeptical about the staffing, but I knew my son would have a blast. Fast forward to his first day, and I was impressed by the organization and details. The check-in process was smooth. We pulled up by the gym, walked him inside, and they scanned the QR code to see what meal I ordered for him. Then he was off to have fun. It's always fun to see what he did throughout the day from baking,sewing,water play,playing soccer and the list goes on. This is truly the best summer camp experience in town. I hope they continue every year because I would always send him. The price was worth it, and it was the longest summer program in town. We had peace of mind sending him every day, thanks to Nick, the director, and his team, who did an amazing job at keeping the kids safe and busy. The staff selection was amazing. You can tell they're passionate about what they're doing. My son and family have nothing but great things to say about Steve and Kate's. I know my son will tell all his classmates about how much fun he had over the summer and show off his AMAZING Mooseband collection.

I would have to agree with the first reviewer that it seems there is not enough staff, or the staff…read moreare not always able to rein in the kids. While our kids had a great time, they were frequently "written up" for misbehaving, which led them to make us sit home from camp on multiple occasions. While our kids aren't perfect, they have no history of ongoing behavioral issues, so I wonder what is happening behind the scenes. Unfortunately, our kids also loved the punshment "days off" camp because that meant they play on the iPad all day while mom and dad worked (finding out at 6pm the day before not enough time to come up with alternate child care plans). So the punishment was not effective despite us giving them the talk multiple times. There were many moments of frustration and dysfunction during the summer, despite the kids saying they had a blast. The best days included water play and other pre-arranged activities. The kids love the director, Nick. I would maybe try it again, but also open to other options next year.

Camp Chi is the best! Spending summers there has been an incredible experience for both my kids!…read more The environment is not only fun and exciting, but nurturing, accepting and warm. It is the perfect blend of action (water skiing, sports, art, drama), camaraderie, and a positive jewish experience. Shabbat is their favorite time of the week-there is clearly some special Chi "magic" that can be found no where else.

Very good place to play soccer, nice stadium with different field. Love to go there with my friends…read moreall the time

I have been going to the Quad (now Toca) for a few years. My two sons (under 10) have done their…read moresummer camps. Also, our travel soccer teams have participated in the winter indoor soccer league there. I can't say enough great things about Tony (the general manager) and his staff. Every experience I have had over the last few years has been absolutely first class. Tony understands how to lead and manage. He also has an excellent sense for providing great customer service. Our travel soccer teams are from Glenview, and we come down to the Quad league due to the excellent customer service and quality that we get. Great job Tony!

My son was in the play "The looking Glass". Not only was I impressed with the amazing skills they…read moreare teaching these kids, but eveyone who attended had nothing but nice things to say. If you are looking for something different that will keep them busy, grow their character and confidence look no further than Mudlark. I live 30 minutes away from this location, and with that being said, I would never try another theater company for my kids. Mudlark does amazing things.

The kids at Mudlark Theater Company are amazing! Their passion for what they are doing is evident…read morein their work, and they are always so excited at the end of each show. If you have kids (elementary through high school) and live in or near Evanston, this is definitely a program you should check out. I think they do 4-5 shows a year now (2 in the fall/winter, 2 in the spring and 1 in the summer). Anyone can audition, and scholarships are available. Even if your child isn't interested in acting, they can be on crew. And if you don't have kids, their plays are still worth seeing. As I overheard someone say last night: "This is the best children's theater I have ever seen." Last weekend was This Is Just To Say, and I was moved by the performances. Yesterday was the opening night of Sleepy Hollow and, which runs for 2 more nights (Dec. 11 and 12). Check their web site for details. NOTE: THE ADDRESS LISTED IS WRONG. That is the rehearsal space. Performances take place at the McGaw YMCA Children's Center Auditorium at 1420 Maple Avenue (Lake & Maple). See their web site for details: www.mudlarktheater.org

I've been wanting to take an improv class for years and so glad I did my first one through Piven!…read moreFirst of all, Gillian is SO helpful and accommodating throughout the registration process and with anything administrative. I emailed more than I would have liked having to attend class late or even miss a class and Gilian and team were so understanding. I took Adult Improvisation Games Risk Taking with Jen and it was such fun! There was a mix of advanced students and beginners like myself, and everyone was extremely respectful and kind and created a safe space to experiment and not feel embarrassed as someone who had no idea what they were doing. Classes are a mix of games, as in the title, and exercises "performed" by small groups. Whenever I was watching the other groups I felt like I was watching a professional comedy show! Classes flew by. I would recommend to anyone looking for a fun breakup of the work week or to advance their improv skills!

I can't say enough good things about the Piven Theater Workshop for kids! They have wrapped my son…read morein and made him feel so comfortable and confident. Middle school years can be awkward, but I see that the middle schoolers who participate in Piven are wonderfully themselves in their hilarity and in their budding maturity and remaining childhood-ness. The instructors are respectful of all children and families and the administrators are very hands-on and approachable!

We highly recommend Digital Adventures with its wonderful programs, and especially the teacher…read moreMr.Jim. The classroom is engineered to be easily adopted by young kids set in a play-based environment. My 4-year-old boy can easily adapt to the new learning. Mr. Jim and the founder/staff are nice, patient and great. We are impressed by the program as the parents. It was not just us, our kid loves and rates DA the best among all his other STEM enrichments by comparison. We have also helped spread the word to our parent communities. Overall, very good program, and excellent business!

My son really enjoyed this class.. we are staying for another class now! (2hours)…read moreHighly recommend this place.. very friendly.. clean.. just positive vibes!!Love it!

Took my 7 year old son here for an 8 year old bday party- really cool idea for a unique bday…read moreparty. They played Minecraft , and were guided by a couple of staff members . The kids all loved and talked about all they played even after they were done. Plus- they do camps and coding classes. Neat/unique!

We hosted a birthday party workshop here today for our 9 year old . The facility and instructors…read morewere A plus and it was a top notch experience. My daughter was given a choice of 3 of 6 activities for her 90 minute party ( no food portion for the party which was great with us due to covid). She picked trapeze, balance ball, and silks. The instructors were attentive, patient, encouraging and got all of our guests happily engaged. It was a fantastic party and I highly recommend this place as a birthday venue. If we lived closer we'd consider classes there as well!

I went to cam0 here it was very fun and my best friend goes to classes here and it seems they are…read morefun