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Let’s face it; Artificial Intelligence (AI) is here to stay, which is why acquiring solid AI skills is all the rage right now. If it’s not personalizing ...

Are you on the hunt for the best books for 4-year-olds? As we all know, four is a pretty fun and interesting age for a growing child. It’s a highly ...

The best mystery books keep us guessing. They unfurl like infernal machines, devious in their internal logic. No magic or deus ex machina will send the plot ...

A kid’s tent is more than a tent; it’s a fun, foldable slice of heaven where your little ones can hunker down, play, and let their imaginations run wild. ...

Tennis shoes, racquets, and apparel often get the most attention, but it’s the little things like socks that really matter. As with most sports, the right pair ...

Chicago has recently been nominated in the top ten most fun cities to be in, and this news is no surprise for locals, since we all know our possibilities to ...

We all know how harsh Chicago winters can be, and anything to try and make them a little less chilled is a wonderful addition. As the winter frost settles in, ...

Oh, dads – we love them wholeheartedly and we’re glad they are in our lives. Their jokes might be terrible, but dads are full of wisdom, warmth, and ...

Gift shopping for your favorite woman can be quite exciting, but it’s not exactly the easiest thing to do. A fantastic present that might make your mom’s ...

Valentine's Day gifts are the perfect way to show your special someone that you care about them. There’s a lot of pressure to find the perfect gift which can ...

The lucky grandma in your life deserves the best present, whether on Christmas, her birthday, wedding anniversary, Mother’s Day, or just because. After all, ...

Buying gifts for Mom can be hard. You want to express how much you love and appreciate her, but you don’t want to break the bank. It’s tough. We get it! We ...

Chicago has been named the Best Big City in the U.S. for the 7th time by the Condé Nast Traveler readers, through the magazine's Readers' Choice Awards.  ...

Attractions Best Chicago-Themed Gifts, Experiences, and Souvenirs to Buy in 2021 Chicago is a gift enough in and of itself, offering an innovative art scene, ...

The holiday season is only at the beginning, but those who are already thinking about going to Christkindlmarket will be happy to know there’s a way to skip ...

The World’s 50 Best Bars for 2023 have been revealed, and one Chicago spot made the cut, for the second year in a row, which makes the place a spot not to miss ...

The Michelin Guide has revealed its additions to the list of recommended Chicago restaurants, putting some new names on the list of the best places to eat in, ...

Whether you’ve peered into the back of your closet looking for Narnia or imagined getting an admission letter from Hogwarts, there’s a good chance you have ...

Between the highly developmental ages of three and five — or preschool age in school lingo — is when most kids are starting to crack open books. For some ...

Parents, let’s be honest; there’s no tougher book format to pick for your little one than picture books. That’s partly because toddlers — the biggest fans of ...

Children have a natural aptitude for stretching reality and letting their imaginations go free.  It can never be too early (or too late) to introduce your ...

Five is an interesting age for a child as there’s so much happening with them. Your little one is probably ready to ride a bike, tinkering with simple art ...

For those looking to tickle their wanderlust and perhaps brighten up their Instagram feed, Chicago has so many Instagrammable landmarks, views, and culinary ...

Is there a better marriage than the medical profession and the romance genre? The drama practically comes baked in. Hospitals are where babies are born, people ...

Zombie books and movies come in and out of fashion, but like the roving flesh-eaters themselves, they will never die completely. Zombies have a unique power ...

Windy moors, shadowy hallways, dark romance, haunted bungalows … gothic romance novels have everything you could ever dream of in a story of love and terror. ...

Introducing your child to the beautiful habit of reading is the most meaningful gift you can give your preschooler. What’s more, reading a good book aloud to a ...

A treat for Disney fans in Chicago or those planning on coming to visit later this year: a new exhibit exploring the company’s fascinating history is coming to ...

Chicago's first ever casino officially opened its doors to the public on Saturday, September 8th. The temporary Bally's casino in the former Medinah Temple ...

Early September, the German Chicagoans are coming to Lincoln Square to celebrate their community once again, as they have done for more than 100 years, and we ...

Murder mystery books take many forms. Some are intricate puzzles that stimulate the mind and invite readers to perform their own deductive reasoning—maybe they ...

August 2nd, Shedd Aquarium unveiled its “Experience Evolution” $500 million plan for new galleries, learning spaces, and transformations to ensure the beloved ...

In 2023, Taste of Chicago festival returns to the Windy City later than usual, but with a line up that guarantees tasty bites and a really good time, even ...

It’s called the “COVID-19 pandemic,” but some people prefer to call it, tongue-in-cheek, the “COVID-19 apocalypse.” No, it’s not the end of the world, but ...

According to the American Heart Association, the American workforce has become vastly more sedentary in the last sixty years, with less than 20% of the ...

PlantX, the digital face of the plant-based community, announced in late June that it has engaged the Macromia Group, a restaurant developer specializing in ...

Dystopia has taken over the world of young adult (YA) fiction by storm. This genre dating back to Tudor England has made a huge comeback in literature, film, ...

The Chicago Air and Water Show presented by the City of Chicago returns in less than a month, taking place Saturday & Sunday, August 19 & 20, 2023 on ...

It’s really no surprise why virtual reality experiences are becoming increasingly popular. Between the intense expectations of work, rising costs of ...

Private dining spaces in Chicago are becoming increasingly popular, with most established restaurants now offering at least one room that allows hosts to ...

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