For the first time in DC Comics history, Batman – the worlds most popular DC Super Hero – is now an all-new, live-action arena spectacular which is taking the world by storm. BATMAN LIVE is a 15 million dollar stage … Continue reading
On Exhibit: Now – January 6, 2013 The Wonderful Wizard of Oz exhibit features larger than life pop-up books that dazzle the eyes and stimulates the mind. Each section of this exhibit, based on the book published in 1900 by … Continue reading
Sinisa and I have spent the past couple days trying out a new iPhone app for a location-based interest network called Evzdrop. Evzdrop lets people stay connected to what’s happening at places in real time. The free mobile app and … Continue reading
As you all know, I have been sharing about making this an “others” focused holiday season instead of a “gift” focused season. I’ve shared about many issues lately that are focused on other countries but I wanted to show Jacob … Continue reading
The North Pole might as well be in Chicago the week before Thanksgiving, as over 25,000 visitors will head to Navy Pier to shop and play with thousands of toys and games on display from over 250 exhibitors. The 10th … Continue reading
Last year I attended ChiTag and had the privilege of meeting a number of young children inventors. I saw so much creativity that weekend and when I heard about the challenge this year I wanted to share about it. The … Continue reading
On of my favorite indoor things to do in Fall is watch Football with my family. This is something that’s been a tradition in my family for years. When the boys were younger we’d go over to my dad’s house … Continue reading
I had always seen chefs using knives in the kitchen and wondered how they didn’t cut their fingers off while chopping food at such a quick pace. When I had the chance to attend an event with Chicago Cutlery and … Continue reading
I wanted to share some pictures from my night at Feed My Starving Children a few weeks back. Wait until you see the impact that a few hours of time has on children all around the world! I urge everyone … Continue reading
My boys love going to Day Out With Thomas. We have went there for the past three years {read about last year here} and each year has been better than the previous. Here are the fun events that were at … Continue reading
We finally got to use our tickets to Santa’s Village a couple weekends ago. Here are some of my favorite pictures from our day there: *** *** *** *** *** (Disclosure: I received a family pack of tickets to visit … Continue reading
Verizon’s How Sweet the Sound™ Gospel Celebration unites communities and cities across America in celebration and song. The tour pays tribute to gospel music and provides local choirs a platform to showcase their talent with a broader community. Choirs rejoice … Continue reading
As a blogger in a big city I get to do a lot of fun things but there is nothing I like more than being able to involve my friends and loved ones in my blogging events. When I was … Continue reading
Love this shot we got at JcPenney Portraits today! And the pictures were only $4 a sheet! At that price I got one of every pose I liked :) {Disclosure: This is not sponsored. I paid for these pictures myself.}
As the last few weeks of summer are upon us I wanted to share about a fun place to take the family, Santa’s Village AZoosment Park in East Dundee, Illinois. This park is ideal for families with young children. The … Continue reading
DREAMWORKS HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON LIVE SPECTACULAR is coming to Chicago! It will be at the United Center this weekend. The first show is on Thursday, July 26 at 7:00 PM. Other showtimes are Friday, July 27 at 7:00 … Continue reading
Chicago is a beautiful city. I love walking along the lake and staring out into the water and watching as the boats bob up and down. I love walking down the streets and seeing all of the intricate details of … Continue reading
Pamper Me Fabulous is the ultimate women’s day event – for one day only on Sunday, July 22nd, savvy Chicago influencers come together at the River East Art Center to network, be empowered, educated, celebrated and pampered by the best … Continue reading
I posted back in June about the Sears “Grilling Is Happiness” live event and how I was so excited because Ty Pennington was going to be there. I wanted to follow up and update you all about my experience and … Continue reading
When I was younger I went to Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament with my mom and brother. It was an experience I wanted to give my children as well so I was really excited when my family was invited to … Continue reading
Making Time For Mommy 