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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.

Disney on Ice

IN CELEBRATION OF THE RELEASE OF DISNEY’S NEWEST ANIMATED MUSICAL FEATURE FILM WISH, ASHA MAKES HER DISNEY ON ICE DEBUTDisney On Ice presents Magic in the Stars features...

“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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Holidays

Holiday Movies We Watch (Most) Every Christmas Season (15/31)

December 15, 2024 0

An adwoman's lawyer boyfriend attempts to prove Macy's Santa Claus is the real thing.

Holiday Movies We Watch (Most) Every Christmas Season – “A Boy Called Christmas” [2021] (27/31)

Holidays December 27, 2024

Holiday Movies We Watch (Most) Every Christmas Season – “Mickey’s Christmas Carol” [1983] (26/31)

Holidays December 26, 2024

“Street Cats & Where to Find Them: The Most Feline-Friendly Cities and Attractions Around the World” by Jeff Bogle Releasing August 2025

Books December 15, 2024

Self-Interest Over Society: Why Billionaires Choose Not to Save the World

Joel Gratcyk - December 14, 2024 0

Let’s break down how billionaires could use their vast fortunes to create a fairer, more just world—and why, instead, they continue to protect the systems that keep them rich.

Entertainment

Is ‘Die Hard’ REALLY a Christmas Movie? Let’s Settle This Once and For All

Joel Gratcyk - December 14, 2024 0

Let's explore the reasons why Die Hard fits—sometimes comfortably, sometimes controversially—into the holiday movie canon.

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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.

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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Star Trek: Prodigy – Season 2 is Available Now on Blu-ray & DVD!

Joel Gratcyk - November 19, 2024

CONTINUE ON THIS THRILLING JOURNEY THROUGH THE GALAXY WITH YOUR FAVORITE CREW!Available Now on Blu-ray™, MOD, & DVDContinue the...

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

Joel Gratcyk - April 17, 2024

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

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

December 19, 2022

“How to Feed Your Parents” by Ryan Miller

December 16, 2022

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

September 26, 2022

“Yeti 4 Hire: The Legit Collection” Out Now

August 9, 2022

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

December 7, 2021

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

September 15, 2021

Books

P Is for Pride

Joel Gratcyk - April 18, 2024

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...

“The Lost Bookshop” by Evie Woods

February 5, 2024

“What I Did Yesterday” by Chris Fason

February 3, 2024

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

January 31, 2024

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

October 31, 2023

“Snoopy Presents: Welcome Home, Franklin” Premiers on Apple TV+ February 16, 2024

Joel Gratcyk - February 5, 2024

The origin story for one of Peanuts’ most beloved characters, Franklin, follows how he approaches making new friends.

Only 6,000 “Doctor Who: Limited Edition New Who Collector’s Blu-Ray” Sets Have Been Released

November 21, 2023

Babylon 5: The Complete Series Releases on Blu-ray This December

November 9, 2023

NEW Series from Netflix After School Hits the Streaming Service This July: “Supa Team 4”

June 29, 2023

Paramount+ Drops “Star Trek: Strange New Worlds” Season Two Trailer & All 10 First Season Episodes in Full for Free Viewing on YouTube

June 2, 2023

Religion

My Kid & Religion

Talking to My Children About Afterlife Myths & What It Means To Be Happy

Joel Gratcyk - December 3, 2024

My Kid & Religion

That Postcard

Joel Gratcyk - January 30, 2024

Experiences

Outings

The Chicago Dogs Are A Dog Gone Fun Time

It has become a bit of a tradition for...

Outings

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.

Events

‘Blue Man Group’ Unveils New Visual Technology Upgrades in Partnership with ‘Pretty Damn Sweet’

Our recent family outing to see the Blue Man...

Outings

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!

Food

Two Family Friendly Nashville, TN Breweries You Should Check Out

We got to visit a couple of local Nashville breweries with our little ones.

Food

Food

National Beer Day is April 7th

Exploring Magic, Perseverance, and Bedtime Adventures with “Is This the Hole of Magic Mole?” by Matt Mason

Follow forgetful Magic Mole on a journey of learning and discovery, through holes of all shapes and sizes, as he tries to remember the...

ANNIE is in Chicago This Holiday Season!

Now is your chance to see ANNIE on stage at the iconic Chicago Theatre in the heart of downtown Chicago.ANNIE Returns to Chicago This...

Salt Creek Ballet’s Traditional Production of “The Nutcracker” Featuring Live Orchestral Accompaniment Returns to the MAC in Glen Ellyn, IL DEC. 14-15

New Philharmonic, under the baton of Maestro Kirk Muspratt, performs Tchaikovsky’s popular score for this rare opportunity to see this holiday classic danced to...