The Cats' Pyjamas Cat Cafe

12/10/2024

FOUR Fresh Furry Faces! 🙀🙀🙀🙀

We’re thrilled to welcome not one, not two, but FOUR new cats to our café family! Get ready to fall in love with these adorable newcomers:

🐷 Pig: This playful explorer has already won our hearts with his curious nature. He’s been out and about, discovering every hidden corner of the café and keeping everyone entertained!

🥜 Linus: At first, Linus was a little shy, but he’s now melting hearts with his love for belly rubs. This snuggly sweetheart is discovering just how fun his new abode can be.

🌸 Summer: The bold new girl in town made her big debut at Music Bingo with Cats last night, charming everyone with her confidence and charisma. She’s blossoming into a true café star!

🍬 Jelly Bean (JB): JB is taking it slow, finding cozy spots to hide and adjust. With his sleek black fur, he’s a contender for the “walking void” title alongside our Beebee!

You can come meet these purr-fect new additions today! Join us today during 😻 Free Days at the Cat Café! 🎄 (12-1pm and 5-6pm) for a quick peek at the café and our growing family. Or swing by tomorrow during the Holiday Walks 2024 (4-8pm) for an evening of festive fun, feline cuddles, and more!

Cone by and let our cool cats brighten your day! 😻

12/09/2024

Break those Monday Blues! 😽

It looks like Bryce has found his new best friend in Team Member Autumn! This shy guy has made incredible progress over the past week, and we couldn’t be prouder of him. Let’s keep cheering him on! 🙀

Swing by today for our 😻 Free Days at the Cat Café! 🎄 from 12-1pm and 5-6pm Bryce and our other adorable café cats. Don't forget to stick around this evening for more awesome entertainment! There’s still a little space left to join us for Music Bingo with Cats from 6-7:30pm. It’s just $10 for a fun-filled night of tunes, prizes, and feline friends.

Start your week right by visiting us today for cozy vibes, cute cats, and great company! 😻

12/08/2024

Chief is on the Prowl! 😼

The Illinois Product Holiday Market is still in full swing, just around the corner from our café! Chief had a blast visiting the vendors, soaking up the love from marketgoers, and spreading holiday cheer. If you missed him, he’s hopping to return this afternoon, and he might even bring another furry friend along! 😻

Don’t forget! We’re drawing for Chief's Choice Album Raffle tonight! This week’s Pepperoni’s Pick from Dumb Records is Mariah Carey’s Merry Christmas. Stop by today to add your name for a chance to take home this festive classic! 🎁

Looking for more fun? We’re gearing up for another rockin’ night of Music Bingo with Cats tomorrow night. There’s still time to reserve your spot or join us as a walk-in. 🙀🎙

The holiday vibes are in full swing here, so top by for festive fun, furry friends, and unforgettable memories! 😽

12/07/2024

Don’t Let Us Catch You Snoozing! 🐱💤

Today’s forecast calls for festive vibes and perfect weather to kick off an action-packed day! The Illinois Product Holiday Market is just around the corner, with local vendors ready to welcome you. While you’re out, don’t miss our Holiday Walks 2024 event tonight from 3-8pm, featuring $1 hot drinks and 10% off merchandise to help you check off your holiday shopping list! Also, going on tonight is the Holiday Lights Parade 2024, Presented by the Springfield Jaycees at 5:30 PM, passing by just a block north of us. This is the perfect way to cap off your evening with a sparkle. 😻

But wait, there’s more! 🙀

Tomorrow, we’ll announce the winner of this week’s Chief's Choice Album Raffle for Mariah Carey’s Merry Christmas album, handpicked by Pepperoni at Dumb Records. Also save the date for December 22 when Santa Claus is Coming to the Cat Café! to hear your holiday wishes and snack on all of our cookies! 😼

The holiday spirit is in full swing here, so come celebrate the season with our café cats! 😽

12/06/2024

Sally’s Shipping Out! 🚚📦🙀

Our beloved café superstar, Sally, is spending her last day with us before heading to her forever home! From the moment she arrived, Sally captured our hearts, and we’re overjoyed that she’s found a loving family. While we’ll especially miss her face cuddles, we know she’s off to where she truly belongs. Come see Sally one more time before she leaves this evening!

Speaking of shipping, we’re excited to announce that some of our merchandise can now be shipped to you! Felicia Olin cards, stickers, and select other items are now available for a limited time. Send us a message or email us at [email protected] if you'd like to place your order and receive an invoice draft.

Don’t forget, the Illinois Product Holiday Market kicks off tonight at 4:00pm! This festive event features local vendors, live music, kids' activities, Santa, and plenty of holiday cheer. If you're visiting the market, stop by to warm up and relax with our café cats.

Celebrate the season with us and make it a weekend to remember! 🎄😻

12/05/2024

🎄 Cozy Up with This Week’s Pick! 😽

Get into the holiday spirit with this week’s Pepperoni's Pick from our friends at Dumb Records: Mariah Carey’s Merry Christmas!

After 30 years of bringing joy to the season, this iconic album could be yours! Stop by our café this week to enter for Chief's Choice Album Raffle, and we’ll announce the lucky winner on Sunday who’ll take home this festive vinyl.

🎁 More holiday fun kicks off tomorrow evening with the Illinois Product Holiday Market right around the corner from us in front of the Governor's Mansion. Be sure to explore the amazing vendors and swing by to warm up with our café cats while enjoying some holiday cheer.

Don’t miss out on a weekend full of festive fun, furry friends, and holiday vibes! 😻

12/04/2024

🎄 Caught in the Act! 🙀

Our mischievous tree toppler, Tonya, was caught planning to "decorate" our Christmas tree her own special way! Thankfully, Team Member Brooke swooped in just in time to save the day. No ornaments or Felicia Olin cards were harmed during this potential festive fiasco.

While Tonya climbs into the holiday spirit, we’re ready tonight for the fun during Downtown’s Holiday Walks 2024! Join us today from only 4-8pm for a cozy evening with $1 hot drinks and 10% off all merchandise to help cross off your holiday shopping list.

Don’t miss out on the perfect mix of holiday cheer and café cat cuddles. We hope to see you soon! 😻🎁

12/03/2024

This Giving Tuesday, we want to reflect on the incredible support that has helped us rebuild after the devastating fire on June 19th. Thanks to the dedication and generosity of our community, we’ve been able to open a new location, facilitate 38 adoptions this year, and create a space that continues to bring joy to both humans and cats. We’re excited about the future and can’t wait for more adoptions and fun moments to come!

In honor of Giving Tuesday, we’re asking for help with our most essential needs: Purina cat food and dust-free, clumping kitty litter. But more importantly, we want to acknowledge the incredible people and organizations who have supported and inspired us along the way.

Our Amazing Partners:
Animal Protective League: Our shelter partner providing adoptable cats.
Beelzebunz: Creator of our delicious café cookies.
Custom Cup: Our coffee roaster, supplying freshly brewed excellence.
Whimsy Tea Company: Soon-to-be supplier of our delightful teas (sneak peek coming soon)!

Inspiring Cat Café Friends in Central Illinois:
The Cat’s Meow Cafe (Bloomington): Partnering with Pet Central Helps!
MeowTown (Alton): Collaborating with the Metro East Humane Society.
River Kitty Cafe (Peoria): Partnering with Peoria County Animal Protection Services.
The Kitty Crib (Champaign): A volunteer-run lounge with 's Rescue Ranch.
The Scratching Post CU (Champaign): An upcoming cat lounge and board game café.

Learn more about how you can help on our website: www.spicatpjs.com/how-to-help.

Let’s make this Giving Tuesday a day filled with gratitude, generosity, and love for our furry friends! 😻

12/02/2024

This week on "Days of Our Nine Lives" 🙀⏳️

Bryce, our shy yet mischievous kitty, has been stirring up some late-night drama in the café! Known for his secretive charm, Bryce was caught stealing a kiss from Flurry’s "big sister," Tonya, after being found cozying with Flurry. Is he the new man about town? Stop by to witness this unfolding tale of feline affection and mischief! 💔😼

Starting this week, you can also enjoy 😻 Free Days at the Cat Café! 🎄 Free Days every Monday and Tuesday from 12-1pm and 5-6pm throughout December. The only exception is New Year’s Eve, when we’ll be open regular hours for our Noon Year’s Eve at the Cat Café! Join us for two exciting countdowns to celebrate with the East Coast at 11am and with the rest of Illinois at Noon! ⌛️🎉

The holiday magic doesn’t stop there! During the Holiday Walks 2024 on Wednesdays and Saturdays, treat yourself to festive specials like half-off hot drinks, 10% off merry merchandise, and $2 café admission. And mark your calendars for Sunday, December 22nd, when Santa Claus is Coming to the Cat Café! Santa will visit us from 3-6pm to spread holiday cheer and help us draw for Chief's Choice Album Raffle! 🎅💿

Celebrate the season with festive fun, furry friends, and unforgettable holiday memories at our catcafe! 😻🎄

12/01/2024

🎄✨ Help Spread the Word! ✨🎄

Looking for unique holiday treasures? Our friends at the Creative Reuse Marketplace are hosting their CRM Holiday Pop Up Market at the Dream Center, and it's not to be missed! Tom stopped by on Saturday to grab some great finds for the café and show support, and now it's your turn! 🙀

You can find the Pop-Up Market again today from 11 AM to 3 PM at 1480 N 5th St. Be sure to enter from 6th Street, with the event entrance located at the top of the hill. Parking is limited on-site, but overflow parking is available across the street.

Don’t miss your chance to expand your holiday collection and shop sustainably! 😻🎁

11/30/2024

Small Business Saturday is here! 😻🛍

When you support a small business like our cat café, you’re doing more than making a purchase. Your support helps us care for our adoptable cats and create a welcoming space for everyone. Whether it’s enjoying cozy cat cuddles, donating supplies, or relaxing with a delicious snack, your support truly matters.

Join us today during Downtown’s Holiday Walks 2024 hours to enjoy 10% off all merchandise and treat yourself to $1 hot drinks, including Tom's famous Homestead Hot Chocolate and Custom Cup’s Presidential Blend coffee. ☕️

Stop by this weekend to see how far we’ve come with our journey. Our café cats can’t wait to welcome you! 😽

11/29/2024

On Today’s Episode of Days of Our Nine Lives 🙀⏳️😼

Our newest resident, Flurry, has discovered the coziest hiding spot in the café: snuggling right up with Bryce, our longtime resident and only male cat. Though Bryce was hesitant to share his corner at first, Flurry’s sweetness quickly melted his heart. Since the adoption of his former snuggle buddy, Peaches, Bryce has been missing a close companion, and it looks like Flurry might be just the friend he needs.

Stop by today to witness this adorable friendship and spend time with all our café cats! 😻

11/28/2024

Happy Thanksgiving! 😻🦃

Today, our team and our café cats are taking a well-deserved break to enjoy some extra quiet time and much needed naps. While we're closed, we're reflecting on all the wonderful moments and support we’ve shared with you this year.

Join us tomorrow as we help you recover from the hustle and bustle of Black Friday or simply offer a cozy escape from the holiday rush. Let’s make this holiday season purr-fect together!

11/28/2024

Ready for another Chief's Choice Album Raffle! 😼🎶

This week, Dumb Records's music-loving maestro, Pepperoni, has chosen a punk essential: Bikini Kill's "Reject All American"! The final recorded album from this iconic Riot Grrrl band packs rebellious energy and raw passion.

Swing by our café to immerse yourself in the vibe and enter to win this legendary album. While you're here, chill with our café cats and soak in the rockin’ atmosphere! 😻🎸

And now it's time for Pepperoni's pick of the week:

"It's about time that I picked BIKINI KILL as my pick of the week. Bikini Kill - not just an important band because of their role in the "Riot grrrl" feminist punk movement beginning in the 1990s and starting today, but also because this is an essential punk album. The band started in the year 1990, Bikini Kill and vocalist Kathleen Hannah are a force - this one is their last album (in my opinion the band only got better with age, this album sounds more polished than the rest does not stray from the band's signature punk sound). This was their last recorded album released in 1996 but I must add the band have been active touring recently - if you have the opportunity to ever see them you MUST go. Girls to the front!"

11/27/2024

Big thanks to WICS for hosting us in the studio this morning! Our founder, Tom, and our resident queen, Elizabeth, shared all the exciting updates about the café, including upcoming events and some fantastic new additions.

Here’s a quick recap:
🦃 Thanksgiving Closure: We’ll be closed tomorrow (11/28) to spend time with our families.

☕ Seasonal Sips: Warm up with Custom Cup’s Presidential Blend coffee, created in collaboration with the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum, or try Tom’s famous Homestead Hot Chocolate! During the Downtown Holiday Walks 2024 hours, enjoy both for half-price.

🎁 Holiday Special: Take 10% off all in-store merchandise like Tom's snazzy hoodie when you shop during the Holiday Walks.

Looking ahead, don’t miss this Sunday’s Chief's Choice Album Raffle drawing, and stay tuned for the exciting reveal of Pepperoni’s Pick, a collaboration with our friends at Dumb Records. On December 9th, we’re bringing back Music Bingo with Cats, where you’ll enjoy great prizes, laughter, and plenty of cozy cat cuddles.

Stop by soon to soak up the holiday spirit and share some special moments with our café cats! 😻❄️🎄