Happy Thanksgiving to our celebrating readers. If you forgot to thaw your turkey, there may still be some restaurants with open tables.
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Demure. Romantasy. Lore. Each of these words was added to the Oxford English Dictionary in 2024. The “150 Artists for 150 Years” show at the Madison Public Library will feature artwork inspired by words added to the dictionary each year the library system has been in Madison. Learn more.*
Real Estate
Mad City may be one of the hottest real estate markets of 2026. According to a recent study, the city’s still-affordable home prices — plus the Federal Reserve’s September dip in mortgage rates — are expected to make Madison a strong seller’s market. (WBAY)
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If you’re looking for some reno inspo, this mid-century modern ranch in Orchard Ridge has remodeled kitchens + bathrooms while keeping the original charm of Herbert Fritz’s design.
Kids
$27,955. That’s the annual cost of raising a child in Wisconsin in 2025, according to new data from Visual Capitalist. But when it comes to family fun, the best things in life are still free — including these kid-friendly activities across Madison.
Asked
We’re on the hunt for Yuepheng. According to a recent study, five out of 30 Americans named Yuepheng (2014-2024) were born in Wisconsin. Is that you? Write in. (My Herald Review)
Film
October saw the lowest revenue generated by movie ticket sales in almost three decades — excluding 2020 for obvious reasons. With the holiday season on the horizon and Oscar season in full swing, we recommend catching a flick at Flix or Point Cinema to help keep cinema alive. (Variety)
Older Adults
Are you taking advantage of these stellar senior discounts? From savings with Amazon Prime to AT&T, we found 20 hacks all older adults should know about to continue saving and building wealth.*
Featured Deal
DUER jeans — aka the world’s most comfortable pants — rarely go on sale. But this Black Friday that changes. Shop this once-a-year deal to score some of the best prices on pants that have been featured in Forbes, Rolling Stone, and Conde Nast Traveler.*
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$0. That’s how much 94% of patients pay to see a licensed dietitian with Nourish. Find a dietitian covered by insurance and build a personalized nutrition plan — a structured, supportive way to map out your 2026 wellness goals now.*
Beauty
LaserAway was just ranked the No. 1 Laser Hair Removal provider by Cosmopolitan — get 75% off select packages for Black Friday and book laser hair removal by a medical-led team who actually listens. Book while the sale lasts.*
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How to shop local on Small Business Saturday
Get ready to shop ‘til you drop at these local small businesses. | Photo via Good Day Shop
Here at 608today, we like to keep things local all year long, but on Small Business Saturday, the rest of the country joins us in our mission to shop small.
Founded by American Express in 2010 and cosponsored by the U.S. Small Business Administration since 2011, Small Business Saturday is an initiative to bring small businesses to the forefront of the holiday shopping season on the last Saturday of November.
This year’s event falls on Saturday, Nov. 29, and we want to make shopping local as easy as possible. This map will allow you to find small businesses in your area.
It’s the last Saturday of November, so you know what that means.
It may be Thanksgiving, but some of the best Black Friday deals are available today. While everyone else is busy in the kitchen, shop these deals and save big.
🧥 Take 30% off this trendy cropped puffer vest complete with pockets and a collar to keep your neck warm.
🔥 Speaking of staying warm, bring portable + powerful heat to any room in the house with this 4.6-star rated space heater that’s on sale for under $45.
💄 Score $10 off this trio of tarte SmolderEYES shadow liners that double as eyeshadow + eyeliner, allowing you to create a sophisticated look in seconds.
The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
This is the year I finally got all my Hanukkah and Christmas shopping done early. Jewelry for my partner, books for my kid, vintage martini glasses for my sibling.
What do I want? A baseball jersey. I haven’t made my selection yet — but for those of you still reliving Chourio’s leadoff homer, might I suggest this jersey?
