You might recall that this past November, I took the family to a new adventure here in the Chicago area, when the World Pet Association launched their first-ever AQUATIC EXPERIENCE: CHICAGO. I posted a full entry about the experience here on THE ROCK FATHER, and evidently it was a success, as it's back for it's second annual run, November 7-9, 2014 in Schaumburg. Also returning is the LIVE SHARK ENCOUNTER, which my kids loved. And the Betta we brought home from last year's show - the one that Addie named "Lula" after a character on DOC McSTUFFINS? She (technically a "he") is doing great and has a new tank!

Yesterday afternoon, my wife and I took the girls out to Schaumburg for the Aquatic Experience - Chicago, a first-ever event assembled by the World Pet Association to bring "everything aquatic under one roof." Having previously introduced readers to the show through a ticket giveaway here on The Rock Father, we attended as Media guests, and the girls were excited - particularly Addie, who was amped-up about "seeing the fish" all week. After all, we've made special trips over to Bass Pro Shops just to visit their water-dwelling residents, and the kids love visiting "Nemo" when we head down to my Mom's house... where they have an in-wall aquarium.

For my local readers in the greater Chicagoland Area, I have a chance for you and your family to experience a brand-new event for free. The World Pet Association is bringing the Aquatic Experience - Chicago the the Schaumburg Convention Center from November 15-17, 2013. This inaugural event is bringing everything aquatic together for the first time, creating a family-friendly environment that includes a Live Shark Encounter, Kids Aquarium Contest and much more. The folks behind the event have teamed with The Rock Father to get one lucky family set-up with a Daily Family Pass, valid for up to 2 adults and 4 children for Aquatic Experience – Chicago. The winner of the giveaway may select the date (Nov. 15, 16 or 17) and the pass includes access to all exhibits and show floor activities! Learn more about the show, and enter for your chance to win below...