The Village of Arlington Heights 

Some Current Events in the town I live in: 

Arlington Heights has a temporary site at 3436 N. Kennicott ave, which will house the Manager's Office, Mayor's Office, Finance Dept, Building and Health and Human Services. Other offices are the Engineering, Planning, Legal and Human Resources. The Police, Public Works and Fire Dept will remain at their current locations while the new buildings are being built. Of course, construction is costing millions of dollars and the size of the new building is 4 stories high. The expected finish is a couple of years away. 

The Library has a new calendar sign up site:http://www.ahml.info/programs where you can sign up for storytime, and registration in their events. Very easy to navigate. 

Arlington Hts has a wide variety of activities to get families and neighbors out and about. The Holiday Season seems to start on November 22nd this year with the Clearbooks "Wonderland of Lights" Drive thru Spectacular at Arlington Park Race track. Also that weekend from the 23-25, heated vendor and entertainment tents will be at North School Park, at Eastman Street and Arlington Heights Rd called the ChristkindMarkt.
Santa and his Reindeer will be in attendance at Harmony Park on the 23-24 at Vail Avenue and Campbell Street from noon to 3 pm. Of course, don't miss the 2nd City's Dysfunctional Holiday Revue from the 23rd to Dec. 31st. 

December 1st brings Movie with Mayor Mulder at the Arlington Theater with admission is a canned foor item and if you remember an unwrapped gift you'll get free popcorn. "Take a Bough" Tree Decorating Contest at the Historical Museum at 110 W. Freemont Street for $30, or ride the Polar Express Holiday Train Ride for $15.00 (call the park District for registration).  

January 18 is a Dance Party at the Metropolis Melt Down Wine and Cheese. So far plans are in the works for a Mardi Gras event at the Metroplis.So get the babysitter ready for this wonderful event. Check out the website at http://www.metropolisarts.com. 

Make plans now for Frontier Days Festivals will be here! Starting on July 1st and ending on July 4th, this tradition in Arlington is loved by young and old. The parade, runners, bike contests, rock groups, and budding rock groups, taste of Arlington in the tents and the carnival, this quick paced days are designed for the families of Arlington to celebrate the birth of our nation and rejoice in our friendships and warm weather.  

Located in Cook Country, the Village of Arlington Heights has about 75,500 people. The Village is located east of State Highway 53, and convenient Intertate 90 to Chicago passes through the South end of the Village. Interesting facts about Arlington Heights is that the average age is 36.7 years old, and the average income is $59,647, as of the 1990 Census.  

Arlington Heights updates it's website on a very regular basis letting its residences know what's happening and interesting. You can see their site at Official Arlington Heights website.. 

The last few years, Arlington Heights has witnessed an upgrading of infrastructure and development of new recreation areas in Arlington Heights. Our storm sewers systems has just finished the 10 year upgrade project.  

In conjunction with the project, Arlington Heights developed the Lake Arlington lake with boathouse, boat rentals and a wonderful walking path around the entire perimeter. To the south west of the Lake is glorious Lake Arlington Towne subdivision, which offers easy access to the Lake, a clubhouse with exercise equipment and a meeting/party area for one of the prettiest settings for a wedding. Townhomes, lofts, duplexes and single family homes are easily accessed from Schoenbeck and Palatine Roads. Some of the town homes offer 1 car garages, while others offer 2 car garages. There aren't many single family homes in this area but all are well maintained, upgraded and stunning to everyone.  

In addition there was a former landfill between Lake Cook Rd and Dundee, just east of 53 which is now known as Nickol Knoll Park. It offers a 9 hole golf course, ball parks and a exercise walking path.  

Metropolis building of awesome proportions. It is a mixed use building housing a restaurant, bar, banquets halls, meeting rooms and a live theater. This building is right now going through a change in ownership, but we expect that the theater will have even more preformances, plays and comedy routines than before. You can get Season tickets or buy as you go.  

Metra Commuter train service. Visit Metra for schedule and costs.  

Looking to commute to Chicago? It's just about a 25 mile ride on 90 to the Loop. Metra commuter train service is available on line with schedule and rate sheets. 

A Thumbnail sketch of some of our Neighborhoods 

Catinos Estates & Pioneer Park 

Located near the downtown area, this family-oriented neighborhood surronds the 1 acre public park named Pioneer Park.  

Pioneer Park in recent years has shown tremendous upgrading through its Olympic size pools, baby wading pools, concessions stands, and meeting rooms. Spring and fall the youth games are played on the fields, and tennis on the courts. Play grounds for young children has been newly designed. In the winter, the tennis courts transform into skating rinks and hockey games. The Park also offers many after-school activities and classes for parents and preschoolers. 

Catinos Subdivision offered plans for the original owners specifications 35-45 years ago. These homes were built with quality construction materials. Hardwood floors, solid doors, brick and cedar exteriors, full basements and fireplaces are some of the quality features that can be found. Rich mature landscaping, and nice size yards were key features.  

Catinos, as well as Pioneer Park area homes, is close to the Wellness Center, and Northwest Community Hospital. The Hospital and Wellness Center offers wonderful educational health seminars on a routine basis.  

Golfers will be excited to find a public golf course and driving range within minutes. 

Pioneer Park consisted of an assortment of builders and styles. Long rambling ranches, georgians, and big colonials are plentiful. Brick smaller ranches,and split level homes are located closer to Westgate Grade Schools. 

Pioneer Park ejoys excellent private and public schools. The Westgate Wolverines is home to a Kindergarten through grade 5 and District 25 Early Childhood Program.