DuPage Children's Museum - 1-Year Family/Grandparent Pass - BID TO BEAT $70

Children are more than just little adults. They are little adults who make messes, run around like maniacs, and never stop asking, "why?" Keep your house clean, give them room to move, and encourage your children to find the answers to all their questions while exploring the worlds of science, math, and art - at their level - with a 1-Year Grandparent/Family Pass (2 adults/6 kids) for the DuPage Children's Museum. DCM promotes an adult-child partnership in open-ended learning and discovery for children ages 6 months to 10 years. Bid high - you'll be glad you did every time your kid starts whining, "I'm booooored". **Certificate must be redeemed by June 2012, pass is good for one year from redemption.**

Value - $100

Naper Settlement - Family Pass - BID TO BEAT $25

One weekend, four children's sporting events, two playdates, twenty-six unreturned emails and the constant chirp of your iPhone alarm set to remind you to... What was it you absolutely COULDN'T forget to do today?

Ah, modern life. Don't miss this chance to escape with your family to an era of delayed gratification. Immerse yourselves in the evolution of a town from the 1800's on. Visit well-curated museums while talking with costumed villagers. You are bidding on a one day family pass (2 adults and 2 children) to Naper Settlement (523 S. Webster Street, Naperville). Bid high - we promise, the only chirping you'll hear will be that of the birds.

Value - $31

Shedd Aquarium - 4 General Admissions - BID TO BEAT $21

Squid and seals and seahorses, oh my! Has it been too long since you've looked at a green moray eel up close? Delight your family with 4 - General Admissions to the Shedd Aquarium. You'll be amazed at how many times you hear, "Wow! - that's so cool!"

**Valid for entry to the aquarium galleries, including Waters of the World, the Caribbean Reef and Amazon Rising only. Admission into the Abbott Oceanarium, Wild Reef, aquatic show and 4-d Experience are available for an additional fee. Certificate good through June 2012**

Value - $28

Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art - One Day Family Pass - BID TO BEAT $15

Can't tell the difference between granite and shale? Looking for a cutting-edge art collection without having to head into the city? Your whole family will enjoy visiting the Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art (220 S. Cottage Hill Avenue, Elmhurst) for the day (valid for up to 6 people). The Lizzadro Museum has one of the world’s finest collections of lapidary works dating back over 700 years! In addition to the fine works of art, you can view many rare and precious stones and minerals. Bid high - this is a hidden gem you won't want to miss! **Expires 9/30/11**

Value - $12 - $24

Cantigny - 4 Complimentary Parking Passes - BID TO BEAT $16

Dad wants history, mom wants flowers, and the kids just want to climb like monkeys. Make everyone happy with a trip to Cantigny Park (1s151 Winfield Road, Wheaton). These 4 Complimentary Parking Passes for Cantigny Parks are all you need (parking includes admission to the grounds and museums) to enjoy over 500 acres of the historic estate of Robert R. McCormick, including the First Division military museum, 29 acres of botanical gardens, and plenty of real army tanks for climbing. Go once a season, or share with friends. Bid high - there really is something for everyone!

Value - $20

Art Institute of Chicago - 2 Free Tickets - BID TO BEAT $31

Having trouble telling a Matisse from a Monet? Brush up on your art history with 2 Free General Admission Tickets to the Art Institute of Chicago. Bid high, so you can speak with smug certainty about the clean Thomas Gainsborough and Joseph E. Yoakum (hint: if you have no idea who these artists are you need these tickets).

Value - $36
**Children under 14 are free, so two tickets will get your whole family in!**