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Holiday Movies We Watch (Most) Every Christmas Season – “Rudolph’s Shiny New Year” [1976] (31/31)
You know Rudolph who guided and pulled Santa's sleigh. And who saved Christmas by lighting the way. But there's more to tell... Rudolph saved the New Year as well.
Holiday Movies We Watch (Most) Every Christmas Season – “Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town” [1970] (30/31)
Celebrate the season with the story of Kris Kringle in the original holiday special "Santa Claus is Comin' to Town!"
Holiday Movies We Watch (Most) Every Christmas Season – “Frosty The Snowman” [1969] (29/31)
Discover how everyone's favorite happy, jolly soul came to life one day in the original holiday special, Frosty the Snowman!
Holiday Movies We Watch (Most) Every Christmas Season – “Mickey’s Nutcracker” [1991] (28/31)
Minnie Mouse is hosting a Christmas party at her house. Pluto, Goofy, Chip, Dale, Tigger, and Rodger Rabbit are all at the party when...
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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 DEBUTDisney 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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Holiday Movies We Watch (Most) Every Christmas Season (15/31)
An adwoman's lawyer boyfriend attempts to prove Macy's Santa Claus is the real thing.
Self-Interest Over Society: Why Billionaires Choose Not to Save the World
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.
Is ‘Die Hard’ REALLY a Christmas Movie? Let’s Settle This Once and For All
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.
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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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Star Trek: Prodigy – Season 2 is Available Now on Blu-ray & DVD!
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
Our life together works because we've both grown and learned along the way.
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P Is for Pride
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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“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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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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Hershey’s Sweetest Adventure Ever Kicks Off Soon in Chicago
Get ready to satisfy your sweet tooth!On Friday, October 4, Water Tower Place will transform into a candy-coated wonderland with the debut of...
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Big Bus Tours Launches Half-Price Kids’ Tickets for August
Get ready to explore Chicago with a special offer from Big Bus Tours!Throughout August, the global leader in open-top sightseeing is offering 50...
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Living Life Is The Bravest Thing Anyone Can Do
Many of the things we do every day have the ability to end the successful (or not) run we've currently got going on in life.
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Troomi Might Be Perfect for Your Family, But It Wasn’t for Mine
My son (5th grade) found a way to root the phone and remove most of the Troomi restrictions baring him from downloading apps like Roblox or surfing on the open web.
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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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“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!