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🥃 How to welcome Chicago visitors: Malört
November 22, 2023
Happy (almost) Thanksgiving! In the spirit of the holiday, thank you for starting your day with the Hey Chicago newsletter and City Cast Chicago podcast 💙 We’ll be back Monday.
What's CITY Talking About?
Ryan Field Renovation Greenlit
Evanston City Council approved Northwestern University’s controversial $800 million renovation and a plan to have six concerts a year at the new stadium. The decision came after hours of debate Monday night and months of discussion. [The Daily Northwestern]
Berlin Nightclub Closes
After 40 years, the LGBTQ club announced Tuesday it was closing due to increased expenses. The closure came amid negotiations with Berlin's newly formed union. [Block Club]
Who’s Sipping Malört?
Invite your loved ones visiting the city to participate in a favorite Chicago tradition: a shot of Malört. We got it down! [City Cast Chicago 🎧]
What To Do
Wednesday, Nov. 22
- Thanksgiving Wines Tasting 🍷 River North | 3 p.m. | $39
- House Music Wednesday 🎵 Douglas | 8 p.m. | Free
- Midweek Meditation 🪷 Oak Park | 6 p.m. | Free
Thursday, Nov. 23
- Chicago Thanksgiving Parade 🦃 The Loop | 8–11 a.m. | Free
- Thanksgiving Bootcamp Challenge 💪 Bronzeville | 8–10 a.m. | $12
- Turkey Trot 🏃 North Side | 9 a.m. | $25+
Friday, Nov. 24
- Ice Skating Rinks Open ⛸️ West Ridge, McKinley Park, Hyde Park, Mount Greenwood, Garfield Ridge | Varies | Varies
- Light Up the Lake ✨ Navy Pier | 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. | $27+ per adult, $15+ per child
- Winter Flower Shows Open 🌺 Garfield, Lincoln Park | 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. | Free, registration required
- Winter WNDRland ❄️ West Loop | 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. | $32 per adult, $22 per child
- CTA Holiday Train Starts 🚆 Green, Orange Lines | 3–6 p.m. | $2.50
- Black Friday Night Market 🛍️ North Center | 4–9 p.m. | Varies
- ChiTown Movies Holiday 🎞️ Pilsen | 5 p.m. | $33+
Saturday, Nov. 25
- Italian Beef Fest 🥪 Blue Island | 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. | $20
- 35th Street Tree Lighting Ceremony 🎄 Washington Heights | 2:30–5 p.m. | Donation
- “Elf” in Concert 🧝 The Loop | 4 p.m. | $45
Sunday, Nov. 26
- Slime-Making 🧪 Back of the Yards | 11 a.m. | $15
- Moon Songs 🌕 Hyde Park | 3 p.m. | Free
- “Offside” Screening ⚽ Ukrainian Village | 7 p.m. | Free
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Today on City Cast
Why Does Chicago Like Malört?
Many of us may have out-of-town visitors this week for the Thanksgiving holiday, which makes it a perfect time to bring out the city’s favorite drink: Malört. City Cast Chicago podcast host Jacoby Cochran had his first sip over the summer.
Oh, my god. That was terrible.
As I brave traffic to travel Chicago’s suburbs this week, I will be passing the time with this playlist. You should too!
—Sidney Madden
Thanks to editor Simone Alicea!
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