Head to Woodstock, the film location of the Movie ‘Groundhog Day’, to welcome Woodstock Willie and take part in their week long celebration. You will find fun for everyone, with Walking Tours, Screenings of the Movie at the Woodstock Theater, the Groundhog Day Prognostication. Best of all, most activities are FREE!!!
If you are looking for a unique outing this winter the 2012 Norge Winter Ski Jumping tounament on January 28th & 29th is for you. Grab your family or a group of friends and head to Fox River Grove, where the International 5-Hills and Junior National Championship Qualifier will take place. Gather around the fire-pit and have some fun.
You don’t have to be Irish to enjoy this pub crawl. We have included five Irish pubs in five different towns. Pick where you want to stop and end, then go out and have some ‘craic.” (an Irish term for fun or good time). If you try all five we would like to hear about your favorites.
We know that practically every town has a movie theater, but few have a historic gem like the Pickwick Theatre in Park Ridge. While there, plan to eat at Affresco Pizzeria one of our new favorites. Both the theater and the restaurant will make you glad you made the trip.
You don’t have to go to Chicago to enjoy an evening of live entertainment. The Metropolis is a great venue that offers a variety of comedy, drama and music programs. This venue is easy to access via the Metra Rails. Great excursion for a family, a group or a couple.
Want to make the Super Bowl a little more fun? Create some excitement by watching the game with a bar full of new friends. The bars we have included are all fun and friendly and a great place to catch the game. From pay as you go to all inclusive packages these bars have it tackled.
If you have a love of art or are just getting your feet wet OnView, a unique gallery in Park Ridge is a must. This smart, sophisticated multi media gallery has it all; painting, sculpture, photography, furniture, and more. You are free to shop and browse in a comfortable and friendly atmosphere.
With the weather getting nasty who wants to drive. Grab a group of friends and meet in Palatine for this neighborhood bar crawl. All of the bars are only minutes from the train and each other. All of these bars have a friendly, casual atmosphere where everyone feel welcome. No need to eat before heading out as all 3 of these bars serves food.
Head to Woodstock, the film location of the Movie ‘Groundhog Day’, to welcome Woodstock Willie and take part in their week long celebration. You will find fun for everyone, with Walking Tours, Screenings of the Movie at the Woodstock Theater, the Groundhog Day Prognostication. Best of all, most activities are FREE!!!
Ortmann’s Red Iron Tavern is a great place to get together with friends over a drink or perhaps a game of pool. This recently renovated tavern is housed in an historic building conviently located near Woodstock Square and the Metra Train Station.
If you are looking for something to get you out of the house this is it. The Starline Galleries,4th Fridays are back and better than ever. So grab some friends and head to one of the best kept secrets in the Northwest Suburbs. Enjoy an evening out filled with Art, Live Entertainment, Wine and Hors d’oeuvres.
Winter break is a great time to get out of the house and spend time with the family. Here are some suggestions for places to go and things to do during the break. All of these venues are located within walking distance of the train.
If you are looking for a unique outing this winter the 2012 Norge Winter Ski Jumping tounament on January 28th & 29th is for you. Grab your family or a group of friends and head to Fox River Grove, where the International 5-Hills and Junior National Championship Qualifier will take place. Gather around the fire-pit and have some fun.
Come out for a great day of music withthe Park Ridge Civic Orchestra. All of the concerts are performed at the Historic Pickwick Theatre. Make it day or evening out by adding lunch or dinner in one of Park Ridge’s restaurants.
If you are looking for some good Irish Food, a Drink, or a great destination for your next Bar Crawl, TJ O’Brien’s is just the place for you and your friends. Their friendly staff, good food, and reasonable prices make it a Downtown Palatine favorite.
