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Jabra Elite Sport Earbuds Have Been Upgraded

September 25, 2017Jenny Bristol

If you’re a fitness enthusiast looking for workout guidance and a plethora of stats, the Jabra Elite Sport earbuds will satisfy your every whim.

Three t-shirts. One is the face of Pinky Pie. One is of the Shopkin "Poppy Corn." The last has a pig that says "Bacon Is Meat Candy" and the website baconfreak.com. All three shirts are pink.

Even Stealthier Stealth Cosplay: WWPPW?

September 22, 2017Amy Weir2

My daughter has developed her own exercise in creativity and empathy (for fictional characters): ask yourself, WWPPW? What Would Pinky Pie Wear?

10 Things Parents Should Know About ‘The LEGO Ninjago Movie’

September 18, 2017A.J. O'Connell4

What you need to know about ‘The LEGO Ninjago Movie’ if you’re going to see it with kids.

‘Wonder Woman’ Blu-ray: More Etta Candy, Please

September 17, 2017Corrina Lawson

This movie is not only a great female superhero movie, it’s also a great superhero movie period. It’s aspirational, it speaks to our best selves, and it inspires us to the highest ideals.

‘Alphabet Book’ a Charming New Way to Explore the ‘Mouse Guard’ World

September 17, 2017Lisa Tate

‘Mouse Guard’ creator David Petersen and illustrator Serena Malyon talk about the ABCs of their new book from BOOM! Studios

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Between the Bookends: 5 Books We Read in August 2017

September 15, 2017Sophie Brown

In this month’s Between the Bookends, Sophie, Lisa, Rebecca Angel, and Patricia share what they have been reading since August.

Introduce Your Kids to ‘Metroid’ With a New Game (and a Craft!)

September 15, 2017Kelly Knox

The game is definitely worth picking up, and to really get you and your kids in the ‘Metroid’ mood, here’s a craft you can do together.

Screen Shot from 'Girl Meets World' and 'Supergirl'

Evoking Emotional Response: ‘Girl Meets World’ vs. ‘Supergirl’

September 13, 2017Nivi Engineer

I recently watched an episode of ‘Supergirl’ and one of ‘Girl Meets World.’ Two scenes spoke of loss, and side by side, ‘GMW’ resonated with me more strongly.

For the First Time This Generation, ‘E.T.’ Returns to Theaters Nationwide

September 13, 2017Melody Mooney5

For two days only – Sunday, September 17 & Wednesday, September 20 – moviegoers across the country will have a chance to experience the unforgettable magic of ‘E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial’ and his adventure on Earth once again.

Get Your Firsthand Hamilton Fix With These 12,000 Scanned Documents

September 8, 2017Ruth Suehle

Who lives, who dies, who tells your story? For your obedient servant, A. Ham., it’s the Library of Congress using his own writing.

Person hidden behind a book with a large pile more to read.

The Bookworm Paradox

September 8, 2017Amy Weir1

Why haven’t I been reading many books lately if I love them so much? Could it be because I love them TOO much?

10 Things Parents Should Know About ‘The Tick’

September 4, 2017A.J. O'Connell

‘The Tick’ is now available on Amazon’s streaming service and is included with Amazon Prime.

Be the Artist: Salvador Dalí

September 4, 2017Lisa Tate

With summer coming to a close, travel into the surreal mind of Spanish artist Salvador Dalí if he were a movie poster designer today.

3yo plays with a Thomas the Tank Engine while his 1yo sister looks on closely

Goodbye, Thomas: Train Geeks Growing Up

September 1, 2017Amy Weir6

True train geeks don’t really outgrow their early childhood obsessions. They just change the focus to more grown up styles of train.

The Big-Screen Return of ‘Star Trek: The Wrath of Khan’

August 31, 2017Melody Mooney

For two days only in September, KHAAAAAAAAAAAN! is back in theaters.

Get to Know a Hero: Lockjaw (Inhuman Royal Family)

August 28, 2017Shiri Sondheimer

In honor of Jack Kirby’s 100th birthday, meet one of his most beloved and enduring creations: Lockjaw, the teleporting dog!

This DIY Wonder Woman Slime Is Worthy of an Amazon Princess

August 28, 2017Kelly Knox

Make this DIY Wonder Woman slime to save your kids from boredom.

Buffy’s Legacy Does Not Belong to Joss Whedon

August 25, 2017Karen Walsh11

In light of Kai Cole’s essay, let us discuss how Buffy’s legacy lies not with Joss Whedon but with all the other creators who made her less problematic.

Be the Folk Artist: East Asian Sumi-e Painting

August 19, 2017Lisa Tate

Practice the traditional Sumi-e brush stroke painting style with a project inspired by a favorite musician and their songs.

Scientist Selfies: The Social Media Experiment

August 19, 2017GeekMom

Can social media help change the public image of scientists? We found a group on Instagram with the perfect social media experiment: Scientist Selfies!

What I Love About ‘Riverdale’ Season One

August 18, 2017Nivi Engineer

Right from the start, we know ‘Riverdale’ isn’t the clean-cut wholesome story that we grew up reading. And that’s what makes it so deliciously enjoyable.

Back to School Guide 2017

August 18, 2017December 13, 2017Dakster Sullivan

Check out our back to school guide for 2017!

Go Back to Dragon Con’s Past With This Track History

August 6, 2017Ruth Suehle2

Wondering (or trying to remember) what Dragon Con used to be like? Take a look at this timeline of the con’s programming tracks as they changed over the last two decades.

Bodger’s ‘5 to 1’ Doesn’t Represent

August 5, 2017Nivi Engineer

As a fan of dystopian fiction, I was eager to read it. However, I’m afraid that my enjoyment of the piece was hindered by several shortcomings that I ultimately could not ignore.

Play It Once More: Replay FX With Generation Geek 2.0

August 4, 2017December 13, 2017Shiri Sondheimer

Replay FX isn’t only the world’s greatest arcade; it’s a fantastic, fabulous, loud, bright family affair I can’t recommend highly enough.

ConnLUG at ConnectiCon: Building the LEGO Community

July 31, 2017Karen Walsh

This year, seeing ConnLUG at ConnectiCon was the best way to celebrate geeky family joys at one of our favorite conventions.

ConnectiCon Art

July 31, 2017Rebecca Angel3

Attending cons for Rebecca Angel means enjoying the artistic people in cosplay, illustration, crafts, and more. Check out the photos from this year’s ConnectiCon.