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Black History Spotlight

Juried Art Exhibitiion

Black Creativity Juried Art Exhibition Returns to the Museum of Science & Industry

Black Creativity and its signature Juried Art Exhibition is open now through April 17 at the Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago (MSI).

Bisa Butler

Black History Spotlight | Bisa Butler

Bisa Butler FEELS like she has been around for many, many years, so it’s no wonder that I felt behind the curve when I became aware of her magic during her exhibit debut at The Art Institute of Chicago in 2020. My mom really wanted to go and see the exhibit and it was around my birthday at the time, so we went. And we were amazed. If you’re not aware, Butler is a fiber artists who uses fabric to create intricate quilts that I can only explain as sew by numbers, with a focus on the celebration of being Black.

Sherri L. Smith

Black History Spotlight | Sherri L. Smith – Author

Sherri Smith Sherri L. Smith is the award-winning author of YA novels Lucy the Giant, Sparrow, Hot Sour Salty Sweet, Flygirl, and Orleans. Her bestselling novel, The Toymaker’s Apprentice is the Southern California Booksellers Association Award winner for Middle Grade. Her books have been listed as Amelia Bloomer, American Library Association Best Books for Young People, and Junior Library Guild Selections. Flygirl was the 2009 California … Read More about Black History Spotlight | Sherri L. Smith – Author

Faith Ringgold

Black History Spotlight | Faith Ringgold – Artist

One of my favorite books to read to Nathaniel when he was younger was Tar Beach by Faith Ringgold. The colorful illustrations as Cassie flies over her city of Harlem in the late 1930s really captivated ME. Every now and then, I would catch Nathaniel reading the book to the ladybug and the Twizzlers, when … Read More about Black History Spotlight | Faith Ringgold – Artist

Black Authors Series: Sharon Flake

Black History Spotlight | Sharon G. Flake – Author

You ever connected with someone online and just know that they are a great person in real life? Sharon Flake is the epitome of that. Her words are always measured, and she offers great insight into the current events happening in our world, and she breaks it down on a level that young adults can … Read More about Black History Spotlight | Sharon G. Flake – Author

Christopher Paul Curtis

Black History Spotlight | Christoper Paul Curtis

Christopher Paul Curtis This post may contain affiliate links The second oldest of five siblings, Christopher Paul Curtis was born and raised in Flint, Michigan which has been used as a prominent setting in several stories including The Watsons Go to Birmingham – 1963 and Bucking the Sarge. Graduating from Flint Southwestern High School, Christopher immediately did two … Read More about Black History Spotlight | Christoper Paul Curtis

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Recipes

Panera Baked Potato Soup

Beef Cheek Barbacoa Tacos

Beef Vegetable Soup

Curried Lamb Stew

Dark And Stormy Cocktail Recipe

Maple Bacon Brussels Sprouts

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Homeschool

Christopher Paul Curtis

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Ella Jenkins

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3 Reasons CTCMath Homeschool Math Curriculum Works

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LightSail for Homeschoolers Language Arts Program

Improve Reading Skills with LightSail for Homeschoolers Literacy Program

Home School Science with College Prep Science with Greg Landry

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Gardening

The 2nd Annual We Sow We Grow Summit

10 Mistakes to Avoid When Choosing A Chicken Coop Location

How to Read a Seed Packet Like an Old Pro

Want More Monarchs? Plant Milkweed In Your Garden!

Starting a Mason Jar Garden in Your Windowsill

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Entertainment

The Suicide Squad

The Suicide Squad Review | Redemption, Magical Realism, & Good Shots

‘A Quiet Place 2’ – A Sequel That Gets It Right

A Chat with Director Michael Medico

Safety Is Now on Disney+

Godmothered on Disney+ – A Fairy Tale for Adults

Chicago Children’s Theatre Presents: Walkie Talkies

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Travel

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10 Reasons to Ski With Your Family

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Eating Through Quebec City, Quebec

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10 Reasons to Visit Portland, Maine During Winter

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Kid-Friendly Spaces Near Indiana Dunes National Park

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7 Best National Park Vacation Destinations

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Homesteading

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Welcome to the Homestead Blog Hop! Now on to the Hop Homestead Blog Hop will take place every Wednesday and is for all things homesteading: real food recipes, farm animals, crafts, DIY, ... Read More about Homestead Blog Hop 390

Homestead Blog Hop 385

Homesteading

  Welcome to the Homestead Blog Hop! Now on to the Hop Homestead Blog Hop will take place every Wednesday and is for all things homesteading: real food recipes, farm animals, crafts, ... Read More about Homestead Blog Hop 385

Juried Art Exhibitiion

Black Creativity Juried Art Exhibition Returns to the Museum of Science & Industry

Black History

MUSEUM’S HISTORIC BLACK CREATIVITY PROGRAM AND SIGNATURE JURIED ART EXHIBITION RETURN TO CHICAGO Black Creativity and its signature Juried Art Exhibition is open now through April 17 at the ... Read More about Black Creativity Juried Art Exhibition Returns to the Museum of Science & Industry

Homestead Blog Hop

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Homesteading

Welcome to the Homestead Blog Hop! You should be starting your seeds now. That's all I'm going to say. While we're at it, you should also be joining the We Sow We Grow portal over on Mighty ... Read More about Homestead Blog Hop 382

Bisa Butler

Black History Spotlight | Bisa Butler

Black History

Bisa Butler FEELS like she has been around for many, many years, so it's no wonder that I felt behind the curve when I became aware of her magic during her exhibit debut at The Art Institute of ... Read More about Black History Spotlight | Bisa Butler

Sherri L. Smith

Black History Spotlight | Sherri L. Smith – Author

Black Authors Series, Black History, Literature

Sherri Smith Sherri L. Smith is the award-winning author of YA novels Lucy the Giant, Sparrow, Hot Sour Salty Sweet, Flygirl, and Orleans. Her bestselling novel, The Toymaker’s Apprentice is the ... Read More about Black History Spotlight | Sherri L. Smith – Author

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