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Barrington Cruise Nights — 2012

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How can you make Barrington’s Cruise Night event better, pair it up with the Farmer’s Market, add dinner at one of the many restaurants and you can enjoy a Thursday Night out on the town. 2012 marks the 9th season for Barrington’s car show, it runs every Thursday Night May 31st – August 30th


Arlington Park Race Track –2012 Season

Arlington Park Horse

One of the surest signs of Summer is the return of Racing to Arlington Park Race Track. They have been off and running since May 4th 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.


Biking along the Metra Northwest Pacific Line

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Every Metra Rider near the Northwest Pacific Train Line, has access to some of the greatest Bike Trails in the Chicago-land area. Whether you bike for fun or as a means of getting around this post is for you. We’d love to hear about your ride and any tips for the other riders.


Woodstock Farmers Market and Lunch on the Square

La Petite Creperie, 115 N. Johnson Street Woodstock, IL 60098 815 337-0765

Visit one of the top rated farmers markets in Illinois. The market is located on historic Woodstock square. Then head to lunch at La Petite Creperie in the old Court House and jail.


Bike Deer Grove Forest Preserve

Deer Grove Forest Preserve

We have been searching for input on great bike routes accessible from the Metra rail, and we are very excited to to welcome Guest Author, Greg Borzo for a series of bike routes off the Metra Lines. This is the first entry and we are looking forward to Greg’s next post with us, his Top Ten Bike Paths off The Metra Lines.


Harvard’s Fall Family Fest — Saturday, Oct. 15th, 2011

Fall Fest

Head to Downtown Harvard for some old-fashioned family fun. Fall Family Fest includes live entertainment,arts and crafts, produce vendors, petting zoo, kids activities and so much more!


Easter, 2012 – Events on the Northwest Line

Easter Bunny at the 111 Grille

If you are looking for a special way to celebrate Easter and perhaps start a new tradition, here are some great suggestions. From Free Easter Egg Hunts and Visits with the Bunny to Breakfast or Lunch with the Bunny, there is something for everyone.


Christmas in Crystal Lake — Crystal Lake’s Holiday Events

Festival of Lights Parade

Crystal Lake’s quaint downtown area comes to life over the Holiday’s. Don’t miss the Festival of Lights Parade for an evening of holiday magic. Enjoy a holiday show at Raue Center for the Arts or have Breakfast with Santa. While you are there you can knock out your holiday shopping in thier great aray of shops.


2011 Holiday Events on the Northwest Line

Santa Express

Don’t let this Holiday Season pass you by, here are some great events to get you in the spirit. From carriage rides on cobblestone streets to visits with Santa, holiday shows to house walks, tree lighting’s and so much more! Get out and enjoy the lights, the fresh air and this holiday season.


Downtown Mt.Prospect’s Fall Fest & Oktober Fest — October 15th, 2011

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Head on out to Mt.Prospect’s Fall Fest & Oktoberfest. Fall Fest is from 1pm-4pm and is packed with activities for the kids. Oktoberfest is immediately following from 4-10:30pm with German food, German beer, and live music from Phenix.


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