Whaddup, Chicago?! Guys. I’m finally finished moving, and I’m in the coffee shop capital of the city (IDK if that’s true, but I’m claiming it). My wifi was acting up this morning, and boom, five minutes later, I’m at Nabala Cafe. I wanted a change of scenery, and boom, First Sip Cafe. I wanted a bagel sandwich, and boom, Emerald City Coffee. Ilysm Uptown!

Surprisingly, Chicago’s not the only place to get a good drink…

Ready for the ultimate autumn road trip? The Vintage Illinois Wine Festival is back on September 19–20 in North Utica, IL (right near Starved Rock!). Head down for two days of local wine, live music, and incredible food truck bites under the trees. Win a VIP 4-pack.*

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• Your average game night could never. Play ancient games, explore the Field Museum after hours, and follow a mysterious scientist’s trail of clues at Game Night: The Scientist’s Secret. Beer, wine, and light snacks included. Enter to win tix!*

• Send off the WNDR Museum with a bang. Join Studio Three and Vibeapple for a pop-up yoga experience with D’Nicks, straight from Miami, before the beloved museum’s doors close for good. Get tickets now.*

• Walk the corridor of creativity along Ravenswood Ave September 12–13. The Ravenswood ArtWalk features studios, galleries, music stages, a beer garden, and over 80 makers to explore for free. Want in on the fun?*

• Ahoy, Chicago! Jewel-Osco’s Shiploads of Celebrations takes over North Avenue Beach September 10 with yacht rock, DJs, beach games, giveaways, and plenty of pirate fun. Enter to win a $250 Jewel-Osco gift card!*

• Plus other just announced shows from Yuri & Lucero, Fuerza Regida, Yoi Toki, We Are Scientists, Steve Lacy, Brett Goldstein, Jessie Reyez, El Tri, Aries Spears, The Bright Light Social Hour, Bassjackers, and more!

ONE WEEK ‘TIL LABOR DAY ☀️🛥️

Labor Day weekend is somehow one of the happiest and saddest weekends of the year. Chicago is packed with festivals, cruises, parties, and basically every excuse to stay out all weekend, but unfortunately, it also means summer is starting to wrap up. We're choosing to ignore that part for now. We can be sad on Tuesday… because we have 3 days of bad decisions ahead. Make your plans now.

THE WEEK AHEAD 🏙️

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• The journal factory exploded, and we’re making a job out of it. Do312 is looking for a Content Manager to join the team, and part of the job is writing these awesome newsletters (and oversharing to 200k+ Chicagoans). Apply now.

• The Chicago Parks Foundation is proud to present the 4th Annual Run for the Parks: 5K Run, Walk or Roll! Race in the 5K or take the guided 1-Mile Burnham Wildlife Corridor Nature Walk at this family-friendly event. Register now.

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