Chicago Circus and Performing Arts Festival celebrates Chicago Circus

The circus is not coming to Chicago; it’s already here. The Chicago Circus and Performing Arts Festival (CCPAF) will be celebrating Chicago’s rich culture of circus and performing arts from April 21 to the 24th. Produced by Chicago-based Yes Ma’am Circus, the festival will host ten shows covering everything from circus cabaret, burlesque to physical […]

Top Books of 2021

It’s that time of the year! This is a list of the best books that I read in 2021. For people new to the blog, this list includes all books, whether published this year or not. In the past, most of the books were not published in the year I made the list so this […]

The Sugared Fox: Pineapple Coconut Kisses

Name: Pineapple Coconut Hershey Kisses Point of Sale: Chicago Walgreens Yes, this is a real thing I found randomly at my neighborhood Walgreens. I had to try it. The bag notes “Flavor of Hawaii” on it. Opening the bag releases the smell of coconut and pineapple. That’s already a good sign. As readers of […]

The Sugared Fox: Fireworks Oreos

Name: Fireworks Oreos Point of Sale: Target Great start to the summer season? Oreos with popping candy inside! When you take the cookie out the package, the expected colors are there: black cookie and white filling. The filling has flecks of red and blue. At first bite, it tastes like a regular Oreo cookie. […]

The Antelope is Here

It’s been a few weeks since I last posted. Regular readers of the blog know that I try to post at least once a week. It’s been a busy time at work and in my personal life. The big news is that The Antelope Magazine is here! This new literary magazine is filled with all […]

Winter Trip 2018: Part 8

January 1st was our last full day on the trip. Sad panda. But we made it count! We started our day at the Victoria and Albert. I’ve mentioned previously about my recent love of this museum. As a kid, I found the museum exceedingly dull but a combination of rebranding and maturity (on my part) […]

Top Books of 2017

It is December and that means best of the year lists! It’s fun to learn which I’ve read have been lauded (if any) and discover new books to read in the upcoming year. I’m going to make my annual contribution to the list. However, most lists focus on books that have been published in the […]

Field Museum Members Night

On Friday night, I went to one of my favorite yearly events in Chicago: the Field Museum’s Members Night. I’ve only been a handful of times but every time is a marvel. I love going behind the scenes at museums. Also, its fun to see new exhibits as well. My favorite part are the behind […]

Meet the Maker: The Little Bits Workshop — Chicago Northside Mini Maker Faire

Want to make a tiny room using upcycled items in your house and garden? Join Liita Forsyth from The Little Bits Workshop to learn how to make your very own tiny room! The Little Bits Workshop is a DIY makerspace in River Forest where kids of all ages can learn how to sew, knit, make […] […]

Meet the Maker: Schurz Food Lab — Chicago Northside Mini Maker Faire

Two words: Space Tomatoes. That’s one of many projects that the Schurz Food Lab will be showcasing at the Chicago Northside Mini Maker Faire. The program is led by the multi-talented Jaime Guerrero, Schurz food science lab founder and administrator, who wants to change minds and hearts about urban agriculture. Guerrero explains that the mission […] […]

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