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Things to Do

Chicago dad tackles the downfalls of r-e-a-d-i-n-g

Matt Boresi -
New skills, new problems.
Advice

10 new books to read for Valentine’s Day

Hillary Bird -
Books for all ages to celebrate the love-filled holiday
At Home

‘Puppy Dog Pals’ set upcoming episode in Chicago

Aabha Rathee -
Disney Junior show heads to the Windy City on Jan. 25.
Attractions

Reach for the Moon at Adler’s Brand New Sky Show

Katina Beniaris -
'Imagine the Moon' will wow you.
Guides

‘The Beatrix Potter Holiday Tea Party’ serves up warm memories

Hillary Bird -
Wooden puppets and tea for toddlers!
Guides

Transform Those Fall Pumpkins into Little Gobblers

Megan Murray Elsener -
It's the perfect Thanksgiving craft!
Advice

Tell your holiday stories to Chicago Parent

Masters in Parenting -
Add your tales to our podcast!
Indoors

3 artsy events not to miss in November

Keely Flynn -
Cozy up with your favorite daredevil!
Things to Do

Zoom Room is back at Chicago Children’s Museum

Katina Beniaris -
On your mark, get set, go!
Attractions

Play inside the book at Kohl Children’s Museum

Hillary Bird -
Touchable, eye-opening fun to reading
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