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I write toy reviews, toy store reviews, and toy profiles while covering toy events and toy news for both Chicago and the nation.

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09/01/2013

Is this worse than when M&M retired the light brown M&M and replaced it with blue?

Hasbro is asking 'Monopoly' fans to decide which of the iconic game pieces should be replaced.

07/01/2013

Chicago peeps, stock up on winter toys and spend some holiday money at Building Blocks winter cleaning sale (only at the Lakeview location) through Jan 13. Save 15% when you spend $40+ and $20 when you spend $100+.

Our Lakeview shop is scheduled to be closed 1/14-18 for rennovations. Wicker Park remains open with regular business hours.

11/08/2012

Another great Chicago children's boutique prepares to close its doors. Big savings on toys and clothes in-store and online.

After 5 years in business, Chicago children's lifestyle store Bullfrogs & Butterflies is closing its doors forever, offering local families a chance to save

07/08/2012

Help Chicago toy store Building Blocks Toy Store recover from flood damage to thank the store and Katherine McHenry for everything they have done for our community.

The huge rainstorm that pounded down on Chicago last Saturday caused heavy flood damage to the Lakeview location of Building Blocks Toy Store. Unfortunately, th

03/06/2012

Chicago families looking for something fun to do Sunday can check out the newest ride at LEGOLAND Discovery Center Chicago ! First 500 Annual Pass holders visiting today will receive a free limited edition Kingdom Quest LEGO block.

Just in time for the summer 2012 tourist season, LEGOLAND Discovery Center Chicago is opening an exciting redesigned version of their Dragon Quest ride: the new

03/12/2011

Fun kid activities this weekend include free visits with Santa, holiday crafts, and some great toy sales.

Fun Chicago kid activities for the weekend of Saturday, December 3 to Sunday, December 4, 2011 include a local children's author visit, many chances to meet and

03/12/2011

Visit Santa Claus at local toy stores this weekend and throughout December.

Many local Chicago toy stores will be hosting visits from Santa Claus this holiday 2011 season. Stop by at any of the times listed below for photo opportunities

28/11/2011

for with deals from toy stores like Psycho Baby, Beautiful Beginnings, Urba Baby, and Right Start.

Shoppers looking for the convenience of online shopping but who still want to support local Chicago businesses can take advantage of many Cyber Monday deals tha

26/11/2011

during Small Business Saturday and support Chicago businesses like Building Blocks Toy Stores (Chicago, IL), Geppetto's Toy Box, My Favorite Toy Store, Children's Gift Shop of Northfield Illinois, Little Green Baby, Psycho Baby, and more.

As a local community-supporting alternative to the madness that is Black Friday, Chicago shoppers can instead take part in Small Business Saturday this November

25/11/2011

with deals at Chicago toy stores like Building Blocks Toy Stores (Chicago, IL), Urba Baby, and more.

Support local businesses and the Chicago economy by taking advantage of these great Black Friday and Thanksgiving weekend shopping deals at Chicagoland toy stor

17/11/2011

Take part in Small Business Saturday during weekend to get money back holiday shopping and support local businesses.

As a local community-supporting alternative to the madness that is Black Friday, Chicago shoppers can instead take part in Small Business Saturday this November

17/11/2011

Support local businesses while holiday shopping with the Local First Chicago Unwrap Chicago: Eat, Drink, and Buy Local campaign.

Instead of spending money at big box stores or online where the money goes to huge corporations or businesses based elsewhere, Chicagoans can focus their effort

16/11/2011

Toy of Build-A-Bear Teddy Bear swimwear set.

The inner tube accessory can be pulled over a small child's head, posing a strangulation hazard.

15/11/2011

Visit on 11/19 and 11/20 to see fun and innovative toys and games, try out exciting activities, and get some early holiday shopping done.

Every year families visit the Chicago Toy and Game Fair at Navy Pier for fun activities and the chance to preview playthings both old and new. Parents and kids

11/11/2011

Updated list of ASTRA Neighborhood Toy Store Day events in Chicago. Enjoy activities at TIMELESS TOYS LTD CHICAGO, Cat & Mouse Game Store, Building Blocks Toy Stores (Chicago, IL), Play, Galt Toys + Galt Baby, Children's Gift Shop of Northfield Illinois, and others! Demo the ASTRA Best Toys for Kids for 2011 and get a jump on holiday shopping.

To celebrate ASTRA Neighborhood Toy Store Day on Saturday, November 12, 2011, many local independent toy stores around Chicagoland are planning special events a

04/11/2011

Fun kid activities this weekend include free craft events and toy deals.

Fun Chicago kid activities for the week of Friday, November 4 to Thursday, November 10, 2011 include seasonal craft events, deals on toys, and a kick-off to the

04/11/2011

Visit American Girl Place Chicago this December 2011 for gingerbread house-making, a free Children's Choice holiday concert, and other fun season events.

Families looking for holiday season fun can attend American Girl Place Chicago programs and special events during December 2011. Activities planned include scav

04/11/2011

New toys and savings at the LEGO Store this November, including some great holiday present ideas.

As the holiday season approaches, Chicago LEGO Stores are offering many great deals and releasing some fun new products that would make great Christmas gifts an

03/11/2011

Disney Store Mickey and Minnie Plaid Holiday Plush dolls benefit Make-A-Wish Foundation this holiday 2011 season (plus check out the rest of the cute Share the Magic Holiday Collection of home decor and other accessories).

This winter, the Disney Store Holiday Collection 2011 of themed plush and lovely home décor can help Mickey and Minnie fans decorate for the season. Addi

02/11/2011

Toy of magnetic sketchboards by Battat.

The magnetic tip of the drawing pen can dislodge from the pen, posing a choking hazard to children.

02/11/2011

Toy of Kiddieland Disney Fairies trikes.

The plastic fairy figures protrude from the top of the handle bar posing a laceration hazard if a child falls on them.

27/10/2011

Another gift guide, the Melissa & Doug top holiday gifts list, is full of high-quality, fun, and educational toys that encourage all kinds of play in children from babies to toddlers and older kids.

Chicago parents searching for good quality toys to use as presents for boys and girls for the holiday 2011 season can check out the newly released Melissa &

27/10/2011

Check out the Hot 20 Toys from The Toy Insider (and their full list) for great holiday present ideas for kids.

Selected by a panel made up of top toy experts and trend-spotters, the Toy Insider Hot 20 Toys for 2011 list is a sneak preview of the hottest toys that will be

26/10/2011

Check out cute Winnie the Pooh toys, plush, and books this week since the charming new movie is out on Blu-ray and DVD.

To accompany the release of Disney’s new Winnie the Pooh animated movie, Disney Consumer Products is selling a variety of cute products aimed at babies an

26/10/2011

Local toy stores like Cat & Mouse Game Store and Children's Gift Shop of Northfield Illinois will be celebrating ASTRA Best Toys for Kids Neighborhood Toy Store Day (11/12).

To celebrate ASTRA Neighborhood Toy Store Day on Saturday, November 12, 2011, many local independent toy stores around Chicagoland are planning special events a

25/10/2011

kid-friendly fun at Psycho Baby, Bullfrogs & Butterflies, Building Blocks Toy Stores (Chicago, IL), Magic Tree Bookstore, and other local toy stores.

Many Chicago toy stores are planning to hold special Halloween 2011 celebrations this coming weekend. Boys and girls can wear their costumes, collect fun and de

25/10/2011

Exclusive holiday sets, toys, and products, many available starting November 1.

Crammed full with winter-themed products and holiday exclusives, the LEGO Holiday Gift Shop can help shoppers decorate their house or find the perfect Christmas

24/10/2011

Learn more about the Disney Animators Collection of Toddler Princess dolls and how master animators Glen Keene and Mark Henn designed each one.

Ariel, Jasmine, Cinderella and more get the toddler treatment

24/10/2011

Check out the top ten must have LEGO toys for the holiday 2011 season.

To help people buying presents for LEGO fans this hoiday 2011 season, the LEGO Store has pulled together a list recommending the Top Ten Must Have LEGO sets. Gi

22/10/2011

The ASTRA Best Toys for Kids list for 2011 can give parents great ideas for holiday presents.

Chicago parents searching for quality toys that will make good holiday presents can check out the ASTRA Best Toys for Kids 2011 list for ideas. Selected by over

22/10/2011

of toy frog masks sold at Target stores.

The plush frog masks lack proper ventilation. When secured in place across a childs face, it presents a suffocation hazard to the child.

21/10/2011

Fun kid events for the weekend, including Halloween craft activities, costume parties, and toy sales.

Fun Chicago kid activities for the week of Friday, October 21 to Thursday, October 27, 2011 include many Halloween-themed craft activities and costume parties,

21/10/2011

Toy review of one of ASTRA Best Toys for Kids best toys for 2011, nanoblocks micro-sized building blocks, with which builders can construct tiny models of animals and buildings that can fit in the palm of your hand.

Like LEGO bricks shot by a miniaturization ray, nanoblocks micro-sized building blocks allow builders to construct detailed models of buildings and other subjec

21/10/2011

Toy of Guidecraft Twist N Sort wooden toys.

The small pegs on three of the four posts can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

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