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Oct 06
“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.

Sep 10
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.

Sep 07
Navigating Unconventional Routes to Success: A Guide To My Journey So Far

Connecting with hiring managers can be challenging when your unique experiences don’t align with their conventional expectations. Nontraditional candidates often face hurdles in a world where most hiring managers have followed traditional career paths. But here’s the twist – my journey as a nontraditional candidate is a testament to my strength, not a hindrance.  Consider […]

Sep 02
“Poverty, by America” by Matthew Desmond

"Poverty, by America", from professor of sociology at Princeton University, Matthew Desmond is a gut punch to everyone with an ounce of empathy in their heart. He masterfully shares a narrative about the pervasiveness of poverty in our country in a way that its clear and concise.