Hi! I just moved to Chicago and I’m looking to adopt a cat (or cats). I was on Facebook and came across the Critical Animal Care Foundation and submitted an application for a pair of absolutely adorable kittens. I have only lived at home up until this point and don’t have any personal vet references, and I’m currently renting. The kitties that I applied for were quite obviously popular, and I’m sort of preparing myself for rejection due to their high demand and my lack of solo-pet ownership. What are some other adoption centers or non-profits that I should be looking into? I live near the cat cade and have been planning to go, but the night before I had a reservation, someone broke the windows (what is wrong with people), so my visit has been delayed. I’ve always had cats in my home and it feels empty without one!

and it’s not just one skeleton or one pumpkin in the yard either! people are going balls to the wall with their Halloween decorations with some even making haunted house like experiences on their sidewalks! i’ve lived in the city for 4 years and this is the most Halloween decorations i’ve ever seen! am I going crazy?

Witnessed something odd while driving this afternoon, 13:40. I was driving west on Foster, stopped behind two cars at the Pulaski light. East-west light turns green, and after a second or twos' hesitation the first car in line proceeds through the intersection. A car driving north on Pulaski drives into the intersection, almost crashing into the first car. Not that big of a deal, there are idiots who drive through red lights all the time.

But I saw the Pulaski-north driver look up at his traffic light, get mad and start honking at the Foster driver as if he were in the wrong. Pulaski-North continues through the intersection and is followed by 3 or 4 more cars entering the intersection driving North on Pulaski... it was as if both sets of lights were green.

Now this is just speculation on my part, as I could only see the green light for driving west on Foster, but the way each driver handled the situation really made it seem that both sides had a green light. I have 20 years of driving experience, and I have never witnessed anything quite like this. I'm aware that traffic signals usually have multiple safeguards in place to prevent something like this from happening, but I have no other explanation. There was even a pedestrian in the crosswalk who was looking at the traffic lights with a look of confusion on his face.

Anybody ever see or hear of anything similar?

Debating on moving back home. For context, 38 male, and was born and raised in the west burbs, and I lived in wrigley, LP, Gold Coast from 2013-2019 before taking a job opportunity with my Chicago company in South Florida. It was supposed to a 2 year thing, but 2020 hit after I left the city, and I just couldn’t move back during those times. Ended up in a relationship in FL as well.

Now that I’m 4 months out of my relationship with whom I thought I’d start a family with. I’m wondering what now?

7 years in South Florida. I went back to Chicago in September for 5 days alone to see friends, take in the city with just myself. It felt like a better city than pre-2020.

Had anyone moved back from Florida?

ANSWERED: Not sure if it’s still around. Usually small, in a neighborhood, I think north/northwest side. Not Biliken, not Von Steuben, none of the major holidays or even minor ones.

tia

Got the answer: https://www.reddit.com/r/AskChicago/s/LGrCNVqQdX

Hello!

My sister is looking for a job that is an office type job, but something that doesn’t require a technical degree. She’s been having trouble finding something like this that’s not retail where she works odd hours and shifts and wants something that she can actually grow into, learn and develop skills. Does anyone know of any available jobs like that right now?

I am condo owner on northwest side trying to get may be 1-2 days basic training on handling tools and Home basic handyman work while I am unemployed right now would like to build these skills - I am looking for in person .. Thank you !

I feel like it's a political ruse lol this man contradicts literally everything he's done. I'm trying to like him cause I'm also African American and from Austin but damn! Ain't shit gettin done around this place😭

Old buddy in from out of town. He’s going out in Loop and surrounding areas Monday and Tuesday night. Asked if there were any hopping places. I’m old and can’t help. Plus it’s weekdays.

What should I tell him?

I know it's a dumb question, but it feels impossible.

I've tried sports leagues, MeetUp groups, TimeLeft, but haven't found a friend.

I will say I can be seen as quiet, but still.

People say to find a hobby and better yourself and that's how you make friends, but it still seems so hard.

How did you guys make friends, was it as hard for you?

hey there! I'm planning a date night with my boyfriend, and I wanted some good picnic place ideas. he's from the burbs, but we both go to college in the area (I'm not from here). What're some cute picnic places? we live by the lakeshore, and it's too cold/windy to picnic there. thank you!

Wondering if there are networking groups or opportunities, meet-ups to meet other female entrepreneurs 40 and older? Looking to make friends first, and develop like-minded social groups with other business owners. Thanks in advance for any leads

I just toured a rental garden unit in Hyde Park and it seems nice and spacious but I’ve heard stories about flooding and bugs. Are garden units a no go or can they be ok? For what it’s worth, it’s not that deep in the ground (maybe 3ft). Plz lmk if this is a bad idea or not. Also, side note, anyone rent from Marian Realty? If so, were they a good company?

Hi all,

I saw that Logan Square pickleball just opened up. I stopped by and saw the courts. Seemed very reasonable price wise and fun. Do you all go here? Wha’s the vibe of the place? Trying to find a fun inclusive pickleball community to join.

Gene’s Sausage Shop and Delicatessen in Lincoln Square didn’t have them. Any suggestions on where else to look?

My partner is South African/Afrikaner and can’t return home until his education is done. Home sickness and lack of community feelings are understandably starting to set in.

I’m hoping someone can direct me to maybe a business with South African products, bars or taverns that play rugby/cricket, or even if there’s a group meet-up that happens every so often.

We are located in Joliet but have no issues with traveling out some, especially if it means finding people who love Braai’s.

I appreciate any suggestions.

Hi everyone!

Looking for recommendations for experienced thyroid surgeons and endocrinologists in the Chicago area, particularly those specializing in thyroid nodules, thyroid cancer, and complex thyroid cases. I’m especially interested in high-volume thyroid surgeons and would love to hear from anyone who has sought a second opinion or undergone thyroid surgery.

If you’ve had a positive experience with a particular doctor or hospital, I’d appreciate hearing who you’d recommend and why. Open to recommendations outside Chicago as well.

Thanks!

me (28f) and a friend (23f) are coming up for a very quick spontaneous trip just to get away for the day. we will arrive at union station a bit after 1:00pm then have to catch train back (union) a bit after 7:00pm. anything fun going on we can fit in during that time frame? preferably within reasonable distance as to not use up much of limited time in a vehicle. something seasonal would also be a plus. thanks in advance!

Looking for a place in Chicago to practice electric guitar by the hour, preferably near Hyde Park. Any recommendations? Thanks!

I want to throw a birthday party and I can’t fit more than 3 people in my damn apartment

I’m looking for a BYOB venue that I can rent that I can throw a party at at night
Can be a concert venue too

It’s my 30th and I want it to be special thank you!!!!!

Anyone know of anything?

Hi all! I am interested in starting to go to pilates, but I have absolutely zero experience or knowledge. I live in Uptown, but I have a car if need be. I'd prefer to keep it on the cheaper side price wise, and a local place would be great but I'm not necessarily opposed to a chain. Thanks!! :)

I was walking down State St in River North (10:20pmish) and saw a big group of bikers(200ish) biking down in tandem and I was wondering if anyone knew what that was?

i’m interested in befriending and being in community with elder queers but i’m not sure where to start? i typically make conversation with my neighbors, if i can catch them, or say hello. but i haven’t had any luck seeing any older folks in my immediate community? i live relatively close to UIC so i assume that’s why. anyway if anyone knows of any programs or orgs that need young volunteers to help older community members that without be awesome. simply wanting to broaden my reach with community work since most of the time i’m around fellow 20 somethings and i don’t want anyone to feel forgotten. thank you!

Hey, all! I am a causal Pokemon collector and am trying to collect cheaper full art and vintage Pokemon cards. Where are your go to shops for reasonably priced ungraded singles?