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Chicago Children’s Theatre’s The Houdini Box | Theater review
Find out if this whiz-bang musical adaptation of Brian Selznick's book truly stacks up.
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The Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestra celebrates 65th anniversary
Four of today’s teens attest to the vibrancy of the CYSO.
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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” for the MCA.
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The rise and fall (and rise?) of the Muppet empire
We relive the highs and lows of the Muppet movie franchise.
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omg, Steppenwolf gets real about bullying
Taking inspiration from the classic novel, The Heart is a Lonely Hunter, a new play called fml: How Carson McCullers Saved My Life takes on anti-gay bullying.
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Holiday decor for kids
Get festive with holiday decor perfect for the kids.
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Indoor and outdoor ice-skating rinks
Show off those figure eights at area rinks; check with individual locations for holiday hours, schedule changes and weather-related closings.
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Door County is a winter wonderland for families
Sledding, horseback riding and fireplaces make Door County ideal for a seasonal getaway.



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