If you are passionate about the environment, come hang out with other “Green-minded” people, sip cocktails and mingle. Green Drinks is on the 1st Wednesday of every month from 5-7pm at Duke’s Alehouse. Every meeting features a speaker on a new topic.
Don’t let another summer go by without visiting beautiful Arlington Park Racecource. The park has so much to offer with many activities geared for families, as well as groups of any size. Admission is affordable and with Metra stopping right in front of the park even getting there is easy.
If you love 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, friendly atmosphere.
Combine live jazz music, food, wine, and art, and you have a great formula for a perfect evening. Mark your calenders for “Uncork Barrington”. This is an opportunity to sample 50 wines from around the world and pair cuisine from local restaurants to complement the wine selections. New this year, an art fair featuring select artist.
Along with the Kentucky Derby, this is one of the most exciting Horse Racing days of the year, and it is right here in Arlington Heights, IL. For a $15 (general admission) be a part of racing history, as well as enjoy all of entertainment that is planned throughout the day.
Craft Beer from 40 brewers, live entertainment and good food, what more could a person ask for? Head to downtown Barrington July 7th for the 9th Annual Brew Fest. Tents are located at the North Lot of the Barrington Metra Station, so with over 100 beers to sample, hop on the train and let Metra do the driving. Proceeds go to a good cause.
Get a group of your friends, family or co-workers together and enjoy the day at beautiful Arlington Park Race Track. Experience the horse races from a private suite. The suites can accommodate groups as little as 16 up to 100.
We love Norton’s USA, because everything they carry is MADE IN AMERICA! That includes a Toy Room filled with safe toys for all the kids on your list, as well as gifts, kitchenware, jewelery, apparel, cards, hand-stamped gift wrap, garden items and MORE. So not only do you get to shop local, you also support American manufacturing.
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 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.
