The Toy and Game Inventors Expo

Last year, I went to the Chicago Toy and Game Fair (ChiTAG) for the first time, and I had a great time. I wandered around the exhibit floor, took part in the inventors’ forum, and helped out with the Ask an Expert event. This year, Mary Couzin (the woman behind the whole event) of Discover Games had decided to spotlight …

Happy Independence Day!

Happy birthday, America! Number 232 and counting. The high temperature today in Beloit is predicted to be a stunningly appropriate 76° F. The flood waters have receded, and there are picnics and fireworks on the schedule for tonight. I hope everyone out there has a wonderful day/weekend no matter where you might be.