The ‘Insurgent’ tour of Chicago
In a war-torn future, civilization has split into five factions, including Dauntless for the brave, Erudite for the intelligent and Candor for the honest. That's the premise behind the smash-hit...
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‘Cinderella’: A boy tries on new film for sighs
Given Disney's track record with fairy tales, the studio probably doesn't think it needs any independent consultants offering advice about its storylines. But that didn't stop Just Kidding from soliciting...
15 things to do with the kids
Monday, March 9: MERIT SCHOOL OF MUSIC STORYTIME This free drop-in program brings 45 minutes of musical fun to young ones — from toddlers to 5-year-olds — while introducing parents...
15 things to do with the kids March 2-8
Monday, March 2: "FLIGHT OF THE BUTTERFLIES" How do monarchs migrate from the north all the way to Mexico? This acclaimed 40-minute documentary explains how scientists cracked the riddle of...
Dance and theater camps for kids around Chicago
Lookingglass Theatre Let your aspiring thespian enjoy the limelight at Summergglass, an inventive theater camp from Lookingglass Theatre. Morning hours hone acting skills (everything from oratory to tumbling); in the...
North Side march invites families to declare ‘Black lives matter’
The Black Lives Matter movement takes another step forward this weekend with the R.I.P. March, a North Side procession designed with family participation in mind. Organized by a trio of...
15 things to do with your kids Feb. 23-March 1
Monday, Feb. 23: "SONG OF THE SEA" The Oscars just wrapped up, but that's no reason to miss your chance to see one of animation's most visually splendid films. This...
Vikings get image makeover at Field Museum
When most people think of Vikings, they typically imagine warrior men with horned helmets. Given the success of the "How to Train Your Dragon" films, kids are liable to imagine...
15 things to do with your kids Feb. 16-22
Monday, Feb. 16: CHICAGO AUTO SHOW FAMILY DAY Your junior mechanics and race car drivers didn't need an official day to check out all the cars on display through Feb....
The Grammys: What your kids (and you) need to hear
You probably can't name any Grammy winners for best children's album — although you might guess a few if you go for the obvious. Disney movie soundtracks? Check. Elmo and...