2013 Farmer’s Markets on the Northwest Line

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The Farmers Markets are starting up, Harvard May 5th & Woodstock May 4th! Check the dates and head on out to stock up on some of the freshest ingredients available. Select from organic, locally sustainable, humanely grown and raised meats, produce, eggs, cheeses and more. Many provide live entertainment, activities, cooking classes, demonstrations and more!

Arlington Park Race Track 2013

Arlington Park Horse

One of the surest signs of Summer is the return of Racing to Arlington Park Race Track. Opening day is May 3rd so hop on the Metra Northwest Line and be delivered right to their door. A day at the Track is a fun and exciting way to spend the day with friends & family.

Bike Trails along the Metra Northwest Pacific Line

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Some of the best Bike Trails in the Chicago-land area are accessable from the Northwest Pacific Train Line. Whether you bike for fun or as a means of getting around this post is for you. We’d love to hear about your trip and your tips for the other bikers out there

Get on Board for a Cubs Game — Metra’s Union Pacific Northwest to Wrigley Field for a Cub’s Game

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Welcome the return of Baseball! Hop on Metra, sit back, relax and let them do the driving. These directions will take fans to Wrigley Field to cheer on the Chicago Cubs, starting out on Metra’s Northwest Pacific Line.

Hoping To Get Lucky — Multi Train Stop Bar Crawl

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This Train Crawl would be perfect for St. Patrick’s Day. On this Bar Crawl you will hit 3 bars in 3 towns, all within 3 train stops. We included 2 Irish bars and one bar to get lucky in. Start this Crawl at Mr. D’s at Arlington Park where they feature Off Track Betting and you might get lucky enough to pay for the rest of your night.

Jazz on the Square — Jazz Jam

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A “Just off the Tracks” favorite. For just $5 at the door, you get a night of incredable, Chicago Quality Jazz. Stage Left Cafe is the perfect intimate setting for this fun eventing. Beer, wine and light snacks are available. Head to Woodstock’s Historick Square, for Jazz Jam, you will be glad you did.

Enjoy Chicago on a Budget — With Chicago Insider Secrets

Wendella Water Taxi

Chicago Insiders Secrets include tips on how to save money, places to go and how to get there. Some of these tips will make getting around half the fun. If you have a secret you would like to share we would love to hear from you.

Starline Galleries Fourth Fridays

The Starline Gallery

A Just Off The Tracks Favorite! Fourth Fridays in Harvard is a great way to spend a Friday evening. Art, Lite Appetizers and Live Music, all for $5 bucks. A cash bar with Beer & wine is also available. Grab some friends and head to Starline and see what you’ve been missing.

Dinner and Live Theater in Crystal Lake

Raue Theater, 26 N. Williams Street Crystal Lake, IL 60014 Box Office: 815-356-9212

This excursion starts with dinner at Benedict’s La Strata, in the summer months enjoy your meal on their screened in patio.Then finish the evening with a live performance at the recently renovated Raue Center for the Arts.

Palatine Neighborhood Bar Crawl

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Grab a group of friends and meet in Palatine for this neighborhood bar crawl. These three bars are only minutes from the train and each other. They all have a relaxed, casual atmosphere where everyone feels welcome.

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