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- Top 10 things to do this weekend
  
  Our picks for family-friendly events and activities this Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
  
  Our picks for family-friendly events and activities…
- Children’s author and illustrator Brian Selznick | Interview: Part 2
  
  We talk Harry Houdini with the rising star.
  
  We talk Harry Houdini with the rising star.
- TOC Kids guide to the Oscars
  
  Hugo isn't the only film your family can root for.
  
  Hugo isn't the only film your family can root for.
New reviews
- "Sonic Sensation" at the Kohl Children's Museum
  
  A new exhibit invites kids to explore sound through senses other than hearing.
  
  A new exhibit invites kids to explore sound through…
- Three new kids’ CDs
  
  Our take on the latest offerings from popular kindie rockers Jeanie B! and the Jelly Beans, Laura Doherty and Recess Music.
  
  Our take on the latest offerings from popular kindie…
Around town
- Chicago Public Library launches free online language-learning programs
  
  Learning a second language just got a lot more affordable.
  
  Learning a second language just got a lot more…
- Ella Jenkins at Old Town School of Folk Music | Photos
  
  The First Lady of the Children's Folk Song gave a very special MLK Day performance.
  
  The First Lady of the Children's Folk Song gave a…

Top 10 things to do this weekend

Our picks for family-friendly events and activities this Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Featured

Door County is a winter wonderland for families

Forget the fish boils and the crowds of summer; winter in Door County is an entirely different world.
A Cat in Paris | Film review

This French family flick picked up an Oscar nomination—a pleasant surprise in our book.
2012 Newbery and Caldecott winners announced

We chat with local booksellers about the winners.
Indoor and outdoor ice-skating rinks

Show off those figure eights at area rinks.
Free museum days in 2012

Family outings this winter don't have to break the bank.

Can't-miss stories

50 sweet scoops

We rounded up 50 of our favorite ice cream, Italian ice, gelato and sorbet flavors from Chicagoland shops.
Indoor play spaces

Avoid the snow and get your kids moving with fitness-centered fun at these indoor play spaces.
The Chicago School of Guitar Making at Specimen Products

Using skills he’s happy to teach you and your kid, Ian Schneller builds a “Sonic Arboretum”.

On the blogs

The city of Woodstock celebrates the Groundhog Day movie with a weeklong festival.

posted at 5:30pm

How to Survive a Fairy Tale | Theater review
Lifeline Theatre’s KidSeries produces a brand-new play about a boy let loose in the world of Little Red, Goldilocks, Hansel and Gretel.

posted at 3:45pm

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Chicago: You Are Here This permanent exhibition offers a great survey of the architecture and urban spaces that define Chicago. Kids can learn ... 9am–5pm, Chicago Architecture Foundation

Mamma Mia! 7pm. Oriental Theatre

The Wright 3 Tour 1pm. Robie House

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