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Summer 2014

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Chicago school focuses on students with learning differences

Kristina Lazzara -
A new school in Chicago is preparing high schoolers for college.
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Chicago’s Second City opens doors to those on the spectrum

Kristina Lazzara -
Second City has designed a new outlet for friendship and creativity for kids with autism.
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Perspective, sanity and gratitude prove to be Chicago mom’s best weapons

Rebecca Hill -
Rebecca Hill refuses to have a pity party, even though some days it's an effort to not feel sorry for herself.
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Pennsylvania’s Crayola factory: The perfect destination for Chicago families

Elizabeth Diffin -
Show kids where their favorite creative tool is made, while also enjoying all the activities at the Crayola Experience.
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Families can enjoy a day at the races at the Chicagoland Speedway

Liz DeCarlo -
Start your engines! It's time to hit the track and see some live-action racing fun in Joliet.
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Dance your socks off at Chicago Botanic Garden’s Dancin’ Sprouts

Cortney Fries -
Get outdoors and dance the night away this summer.
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San Francisco the perfect destination for Chicago families

Kristy MacKaben -
An insider's look at the best of San Francisco for families.
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Take a family trip to Chicago’s Andersonville neighborhood

Elizabeth Diffin -
You don't have to be Swedish to find plenty of things for your family to do in Andersonville.
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Take a behind-the-scenes look at Chicago’s Museum of Science and Industry

Shannan Younger -
Ever wonder what goes on behind the exhibits at MSI? Here's your chance to take a peek.
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Full moon and fire dancers light up Chicago’s lakefront

Kathy Woods -
Tonight the full moon jams begin! Head to the lakefront to see Chicago's fire dancers in action.
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