Pose. Grin. Pose. Wink. Your kids sure know how to work the camera.

Give them their close-ups with Marianne Drenthe of Marmalade Photography. Working with kids and families, the shutterbug creates fairy-tale portraits that are both spontaneous and artful.

Drenthe works in natural-light settings, like fields, forests, and city streets. She’ll also photograph in your home or her southwest suburban studio. Color or black and white prints are available; for a special twist, ask for Polaroid-style vintage treatments or reflective paper that appears 3-D.

It’s all picture perfect.

Marmalade Photography (815-603-8450 or marmaladephotography.com).

MINGLE
Kiddie Happy Hour
What: Halloween-themed party to raise awareness of UNICEF has storytelling and coloring for kids, and organic coffee for parents.
Why: Everybody get happy.
When: Tues., 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Where: Greenheart Shop, 746 N. LaSalle St., at Chicago Ave. (312-264-1625).

PAMPER
Mommy-to-Be Hydrating Belly Facial
What: Botanical tummy mask and massage oils help reduce stretch marks.
Why: You’re well-rounded.
When: Opportunity knocks up.
Where: Asha SalonSpa, 1808 N. Damen Ave., at Churchill St. (773-292-1100).

HELP
Food Allergy Initiative Chicago Benefit
What: Fundraiser for kids with food allergies has appetizers, drinks, a DJ, and a silent auction.
Why: Charity is easy to swallow.
When: Sat., 7 p.m.
Where: Chicago Illuminating Company, 19 E. 21st St., at State St. Tickets at 312-264-0763 or e-mail faichicago@faiusa.org.