How to Have a Cozy Chicago Fall

Ready to jump into all things cozy this fall? Curl up inside and put on some of our fav heartwarming episodes of the City Cast Chicago podcast.

Find a New Pet Friend

Want a pet to cuddle with? You don’t just have to get a cat or dog: Adopt a bird, lizard, or snake from Chicagoland Exotic Animal Rescue.

Warm Up With a Chicago Classic

With darker and colder days ahead, Chicagoans can sip on Malört — or invite their friends to as a rite of a passage. Plus, there’s always an accompanying drinking card game for game night.

Continue the Pumpkin Spice Mania

Peak PSL season might be behind us, but we still have pumpkin pies to eat. Brush up on all the pumpkin facts and consider blaming Illinois for the pumpkin spice craze.

Watch a Show With the Kids

“Young Love” is Matthew Cherry’s new Max series that builds on “Hair Love” and follows a family on the West Side navigating life in the city.

Get in the Thanksgiving Spirit

“Planes, Trains, & Automobiles” features Steve Martin trying to get back to Chicago for the holiday while John Candy and other hijinks get in the way. The John Hughes film is a Thanksgiving classic (especially in this newsletter editor’s house).