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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!


2013 Mount Prospect Irish Fest — Saturday, April 27th

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You don’t have to be Irish and it doesn’t have to be Saint Patrick’s Day for an Irish Celebration. Head to Mt. Prospects Irish Fest. Irish Music, Irish Dancers, Irish Goods, Irish Food and of course Irish Beer. All in a heated tent. Hop on the train and let Metra do the driving.


Downtown Mt.Prospect’s Fall Fest & Oktoberfest — October 13th, 2012

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For a great day of Family Entertainment, then an Evening of German Beer, Music, Food and Fun head to Mt. Prospect for their Fall Fest and then stick around and get ready to kick it up a notch at Oktoberfest. All of the festivities will be under a heated tent so you don’t have to worry about the weather. Admission is Free.


Mt. Prospect Holiday House Walk — November 30, 2012

Mt. Prospect House Walk

If you like to take a walk at night and be able to see the decor in people’s homes, this is for you. You are invited to tour the insides of 5 distinct Mt. Prospect Homes; during the Mount Prospect Historical Society’s 25th annual Holiday Housewalk. The walking path will be lit with beautiful luminaria, that will give you a magical holiday feeling.


Mount Prospect Farmers Market–2012

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Come to the Mount Prospect Farmers Market to find the freshest Fruits, Vegetables, Herbs, flowers and other treats. The Market is held every Sunday June 19th through October 17th, from 8:00am-1:00pm. and is located right at the Metra Station Parking Lot.


Metra Union Pacfic Northwest Line

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


Mount Prospect Progressive Dinner

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A progressive dinner can be a fun way to try out several different restaurants in one evening. This eclectic dinning excursion takes you from Sake & Sushi to Chianti & Wood Fired Pizza. All three restaurants on this excursion are close to the Metra station and each other.


Mt. Prospect Historical Society’s — Holiday Housewalk 2011

Mt. Prospect House Walk

Looking for some Holiday Spirit, join us December 4th.for a magical afternoon touring these decked out homes in the Mt. Prospect Historical Society’s 24th annual Holiday Housewalk. This year’s Holiday event will feature the interiors of five homes in Golfview Estates.


Farmer’s Markets –2012– on the Northwest Line

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The Farmers Markets are back! 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 and demonstrations as well.


Bowling on the Northwest Line

Metro Bowl     77 Brink St., Crystal Lake, IL., 60014     815-459-0345

Hop on board and go bowling at one of these independently owned bowling alleys. Some alleys are smaller old school lanes, and others are larger more modern facilities, all are within easy walking distance of the train. You may want to make it your mission to “Bowl the Line” and hit each and every alley on our list.


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