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Moana 2: Entertaining, But Not As Incredible As The Original

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In a world where sequels can often feel like retreads, Walt Disney Animation Studios' latest release, Moana 2, is much of the same.

Holiday Movies We Watch (Most) Every Christmas Season (4/31)

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Santa and Ernest help a cynical teen experience the season's spirit like never before. And that's where the fun -- and magic -- begin! ERNEST SAVES CHRISTMAS ... one delightful, surprising tale you'll never forget!

Have You Watched “John Q” Recently?

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Denzel Washington's powerful performance in John Q, makes one think about the current state of healthcare in the U.S. The movie, released by New Line Cinema in 2002, tells the story of a desperate father who takes drastic measures to save his son's life after being told that he needs an emergency heart transplant that his insurance won’t cover.

Perfection on Film: “Wicked” Transforms into a Holiday Spectacular

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If you've not yet seen the bold, brilliant, and beautiful entertainment masterpiece that is Wicked: Part One you're missing out on literal perfection on film.
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‘Flyover: Chicago’ is Now Open at Navy Pier

At Navy Pier, a new, exciting, year-round attraction awaits, leveraging cutting-edge drone technology and breathtaking aerial imagery to unveil Chicago from entirely fresh angles. This immersive journey unfolds across three captivating acts, climaxing in a thrilling flight adventure that whisks viewers from a staggering 13,000 feet above the cityscape. Along the way, the experience plunges down towering skyscrapers, glides along bustling sidewalks, and drifts through spectacular displays of fireworks and airshows. Discover Chicago's most iconic landmarks and delve into the essence of the city, as you connect with its vibrant people, rich stories, magnificent architecture, and vibrant culture, revealing the true splendor of the Windy City.
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Disney on Ice

IN CELEBRATION OF THE RELEASE OF DISNEY’S NEWEST ANIMATED MUSICAL FEATURE FILM WISH, ASHA MAKES HER DISNEY ON ICE DEBUT Disney On Ice presents Magic in the Stars features...
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“Elf in Concert” to Bring Iconic Holiday Adventure to Two Chicago Area Locations   

Audiences Will Experience Award-Winning Composer John Debney’s Entire Score Performed Live-To-Picture By A Live Symphony Orchestra At Auditorium Theatre On Saturday, Nov. 25, And Rosemont Theatre On Sunday, Nov. 26
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“SpongeBob SquarePants: Another 100 Episodes” & “SpongeBob SquarePants: The Best 300 Episodes Ever” are Both Now Available on DVD

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Get ready to dive back into the depths of Bikini Bottom with two brand-new DVD collections that are timed perfectly for the 25th anniversary of everyone's favorite...
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“WENDELL & WILD” on Netflix

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KNUZsLfAMqk From the delightfully wicked minds of Henry Selick (director of The Nightmare Before Christmas and Coraline) and Jordan Peele (Nope, Us, Get Out) comes...
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LUMINEX: The Bright Lights on Downtown LA’s Horizon this October

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As we bid adieu to another sweltering summer, Los Angeles is gearing up for its most anticipated art event of the year – LUMINEX....

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“Mesmerized: A Ben Franklin Science & History Mystery” at Chicago Children’s Theatre is a Hilarious Riot

Part farce, part docudrama, Chicago Children's Theatre's world premiere fall opener Mesmerized is a fun new introduction for kids to Ben Franklin, one of our country’s founding fathers and most famous scientists.
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Chicago’s WNDR Museum Is A Must Visit Destination

Our family got to visit Chicago’s original immersive art and technology experience located in the city’s West Loop neighborhood: the WNDR Museum.

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I’ve Been Married to My Best Friend for 18 Years So Far

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Our life together works because we've both grown and learned along the way.

We Visited “Harry Potter: Magic at Play” in Chicago

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We surprised the kids last week with a day off of school in order to visit Harry Potter: Magic at Play in Chicago's Water Tower Place.

“How to Feed Your Parents” by Ryan Miller

How to Apply to the MSN Creator Program and Get More Eyes on Your Content

“Yeti 4 Hire: The Legit Collection” Out Now

“A Love Journal: 100 Things I Love about Dad” by Jeff Bogle is Out Now

Luna Finds Love Everywhere: A Self-Love Book for Kids

And Then My Wife Says, “Could That Have Been What Caused The Flat Tire?”

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P Is for Pride

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P Is for Pride by Greg Paprocki introduces readers (and those listening) to the alphabet by pairing each letter with a word associated with the...

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“What I Did Yesterday” by Chris Fason

“Olive All At Once” Shares With Readers How Feelings Aren’t Binary and That’s Okay

“The Day The Crayons Quit” by Drew Daywalt  (Author), Oliver Jeffers  (Illustrator)

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The Chicago Dogs Are A Dog Gone Fun Time

It has become a bit of a tradition for...
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Don’t Miss Elephant & Piggie’s “We Are in a Play!” at the Marriott Theatre in Lincolnshire

Elephant & Piggie’s “We Are in a Play!” at the Marriott Theatre in Lincolnshire, IL is a special one-hour presentation for kids (and parents) of all ages.
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‘Blue Man Group’ Unveils New Visual Technology Upgrades in Partnership with ‘Pretty Damn Sweet’

Our recent family outing to see the Blue Man...
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Blue Man Group Celebrates 25 Years of Creativity on Stage in Chicago

We attended Blue Man Group's 25 Years of Creativity on Stage in Chicago Celebration!
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Two Family Friendly Nashville, TN Breweries You Should Check Out

We got to visit a couple of local Nashville breweries with our little ones.
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Construction Simulator: Stadium Expansion now Available in Digital Stores!

Construction Simulator® - Stadium Expansion offers players access to a new major contract.
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10 Reasons The Chicago Dogs Are Our Family’s Favorite Chicago Team

It's July and we've been to a handful of games so far this season. A personal family record for seeing a sports team in a single season. Here's our top 10 reasons we love having the Chicago Dogs as our local team and attending their games.
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Art as Activism: Exploring Alexandra Jamieson’s Vision with the Abortion Trading Cards

The Abortion Trading Cards collection provides a thought-provoking insight into a not so imagined future where abortion services are outlawed.
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“Snoopy Presents: Welcome Home, Franklin” Premiers on Apple TV+ February 16, 2024

The origin story for one of Peanuts’ most beloved characters, Franklin, follows how he approaches making new friends.
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Only 6,000 “Doctor Who: Limited Edition New Who Collector’s Blu-Ray” Sets Have Been Released

Conquer time and space in your own home with one exclusive, numbered, limited-edition set!  At your fingertips: the first thirteen complete seasons of the BBC’s “New...
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“Ruby Gillman, Teenage Kraken” is an Adventure Full of Spectacle, Hilarity, and Life Lessons

Own the all-new collector's edition now on digital, blu-ray, and DVD from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment
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Carolyn Sloan’s “Welcome to Music” Interactive Book Series has a New Installment: “Welcome to the Opera”

The latest installment in beloved music educator Carolyn Sloan’s Welcome to Music interactive book series has been released: Welcome to the Opera
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“Super Mario Bros. Wonder” is Out Now

New 2D Side-Scrolling Adventure Introduces Wonder Flowers That Trigger Dramatic Changes to the Gameplay
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UPDATED & CONFIRMED: GoldenEye 007 Coming to Xbox & Nintendo Switch Online with Online Multiplayer

It is finally coming to pass. The Rare classic GoldenEye 007 had an official UHD remake releasing soon.
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“Zorro The Chronicles” Game Out Now

In this new Zorro The Chronicles game, you can play as either Zorro or his sister, Ines. Your goal? Free people from oppression and restore justice in the land. Oh, and you can also mock Sergeant Garcia by signing your name with the tip of your sword in various places!
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