F.H.
I'm not in the Glenview area but something to do in that area is to visit the Kohl's Children Museum
2100 Patriot Boulevard
www.kohlchildrensmuseum.org
I know your son is 8 mths old but they have 3 separate cushioned play areas for babies under 18 mths old. The area have beads, books and are large enough for you to sit along side of your baby.
It a nice place to see other people-mommies and babies. You may possibly be able to meet other moms with children your sons age.
Actually, my daughter is 9 mths old and I also have a 3 year old boy. We have a membership to the museum and will again be visiting the location once the weather warms up.
Take care