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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!


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


Starline Galleries Fourth Fridays

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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.


Angels Treats and Designs Gift Shop – Welcome Aboard

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Angels Treats and Designs Gift Shop is new to downtown Harvard. This shop which was named after the owners pet golden retriever offers a unique selection of handcrafted merchandise. The shop is located minutes from the Harvard Metra Station and the Starline Gallery.


Friends Country Market – Welcome Aboard!

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Great Market located in downtown Harvard just minutes from the train. Stop in for a cup of coffee and fresh baked goods while you shop for healthy alternatives. This friendly shop offers a wide variety of organic gluten free, sugar free as well as bulk and natural foods.


Metra Union Pacfic Northwest Line

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For up to date schedule information on the UP Northwest Line click above


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

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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!


Art of the Land — September 21st & 22nd, 2012 — at Starline Gallery

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Don’t miss this art exhibit benefiting The Land Conservancy of McHenry County. The Art exhibit opens Friday with over 100 artists. Friday also enjoy “Voices of the Land”, collections of poems, story telling and music about the land. On Saturday the Benefit with music, appetizers and more.


Design Your Own Photograhy Workshop

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Plan your day around taking a photography class. While in Harvard don’t miss Steele Hearts, a great showroom filled with fun and affordable items for your home and garden. We realize those of you coming from Chicago may be a little reluctant to take the train all the way out to Harvard, but these unique businesses are well worth the trip.


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