Get/Remain Active In YOUR Community!
Hey Libertyville! Two outstanding organizations are in need of your help! If you're looking to become more active in our community - both, MainStreet Libertyville and the Brainerd Community Center are seeking volunteers! Both organizations need people to volunteer their time - or, of course, if you are short on time - money is a always welcome substitute! For both organizations - the amount of your time that is required is totally dependent on your availability!
For more information contact:
Mainstreet Libertyville
www.MainStreetLibertyville.com
847-680-0336
Brainerd Community Center
www.SaveBrainerd.org
847-722-8517
Wednesday, April 14, 2010
Saturday, April 10, 2010
Good-Bye Hitch Inn Post
I hope you weren't waiting to use any of your frequent customer points at the Hitch Inn Post Motel..... after being dormant for several years, the Hitch Inn Post has finally been torn down.
I haven't had a chance to drive by and see for myself - but the Daily Herald has some pictures on their website - http://www.dailyherald.com/story/?id=372167&src=63
I haven't had a chance to drive by and see for myself - but the Daily Herald has some pictures on their website - http://www.dailyherald.com/story/?id=372167&src=63
Wednesday, April 7, 2010
RIP Dan "The Mailman" Harris
For anyone who may have him as their mailman, or like me, knew him as a regular at Downing's Bar - I wanted to pass on the sad news of the passing of Dan Harris, aka Dan The Mailman. An Irish Wake will be held for Dan at Downing's (431 South Milwaukee Ave - in between Jiffy Lube and The Liberty diner) this Sunday at 4pm. According to the Downing's Facebook page - "There will be free rum and cokes as well as free hot dogs. So please come and help us celebrate, share stories about the one and only Dan The Mailman. P.S. If you wanna bring a dish to pass that is cool too! Hope to see you there!"
From the Downing's Facebook page:
From the Downing's Facebook page:
Monday, April 5, 2010
Lake County Board Update from Ann Maine
I wanted to pass on the latest e-mail update from my County Board representative (21st Dist.), Ann Maine. If you are interested in joining her e-mail list, drop her a note @ amaine@lakecountyil.gov.
A Note From Ann
Dear Neighbors,
In March I attended a Transportation Management Association meeting where representatives from IDOT, Lake DoT, the toll authority and Cook County Highway Dept. presented their spring-summer project lists. Below I've listed the highlights of some of these. There will once again be a number of construction sites that will impact your travel.
At the March County Board meeting, we passed a resolution directing the Lake County Zoning Board of Appeals to conduct a public heariang on proposed text amendments governing the siting of wind power facilities. While this only applies to unincorporated areas, staff included municipalities, so that they too could learn. As the Country looks toward non-carbon based energy, this will become an important issue. I will keep you informed about the time and location of these meetings.
County Board meetings are available on-line. If you are interested in a specific item, you can look at the agenda and click on it. In the next year Forest Preserve agendas will also be available on line.
As always, I welcome your comments on these or any other issues. Government works best when the citizens are heard, so I hope you'll continue to share your concerns.If you'd like me to come to your Homeowner's meeting or other group to address more issues in person, just contact me.
Sincerely,
Ann Maine
Lake County Board and Forest Preserve
District 21
amaine@lakecountyil.gov
847-374-9787
Transportation Update
There are literally a hundred road projects planned for the Lake and Cook County area. This doesn't even include local road projects. The Lake County Dept. of Transportation will try to include links to all projects in the area, even if the department is not working on them. Here is the list and tentative schedule for some of the major projects in our area. Please keep in mind that weather has a big impact on the ability of crews to work on the roads.
Now that the tollway lane additions are done, the project with the biggest impact will be the Edens Lane Resurfacing. This is expected to start in late June or early July. The road will be reduced to one lane each way. with a lane shift on the Tri-State.
But once you get onto the Edens there are still a number of projects will impact your travel time. While the Kennedy ramps should open in April, the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) and the Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT) will begin four projects to improve the Interstate 290 Expressway, Congress Parkway Bridge and Wacker Drive. Get details on each project from the IDOT/CDOT 2010-2012 project site. You can also look at all lane closures.
Il 176 from Milwaukee Ave to Midlothian--will be resurfaced in July 2010. There will be intermittent road closures.
Rt 22 and Milwaukee Ave, intersection--IDOT is trying to accelerate this project so that it will be done in mid July.
St. Mary's Road from Il 176 to Il 137--this resurfacing project will run from July 2010 until October 2010. Work will occur from 9 am-3 pm. THe road will be down to one lane at this time. Expect delays.
Buffalo Grove Rd from Deerfield Parkway to Il 83--should be finished in May of 2010.
With the price of gas going up again and summer construction season, you may want to check out Metra website. Remember, you can also take Metra to O'Hare airport from the Vernon Hills, Prairie View or Buffalo Grove train stations. It's easy and fast.
You can also bike more! Drive less. Live more promotes alternative transportation in northern Illinois. They have information on bikes on public transportation, as well as ride sharing information, biking paths and more.
If you haven't used the Lake County Division of Transportation's PASSAGE program before. This summer is the time to start. Drivers can find real-time information, online or on the radio (1620 AM), about congestion, construction, accidents and detours on local roadways. You can also get traffic updates on your PDA.
Forest Preserve and Nature News
With all the warm weather, it's good to know that the Forest Preserve offers a lot of free or inexpensive programs. Visit Ryerson Woods where you can take a gentle hike along the river, visit the small farm area with animals for the kids or visit the historic Brushwood home and see an art exhibit. Currently The Friends of Ryerson Woods is sponsoring Aviary! This includes the works of 18 different artists.
On April 7 the Friends book club will be discussing John Wasik's The Cul-de-Sac Syndrome at 7:30 pm. New comers are welcome!
You can also take the kids or grandchildren and head to the Lake County Discovery Museum.
You'll have a great time recollecting your favorite stories and the children will love the artwork from 60 years of Little Golden Books. For more information about the Golden legacy exhibit or to download discount admission coupons, call 847-968-3400 or visit online at: GoldenLegacy
The Forest Preserve calender has information on other programs including photography,history and dinosaurs.
The Friends of the Chicago River are sponsoring the 18th Chicago River Day on May 8th. From 9 am to noon there are a number of activities and projects, many located here in Lake County.
Environmental Issues
Despite our name, Lake County does face serious long term water issues. The County has been working on a number of initiatives to conserve our water resources. On March 4, I co-chaired the Lake County Water Sustainability Group. This group of elected officials, professionals and expert staff will spend the next 6 months developing sustainable water goals. March 22 was World Water Day. The Nature Conservancy has a great list of water conservation tips, many of which you may already be practicing.
While all the rain and late snow make the rivers high now,the hot dry weather of summer will come. Conserve our water and order a Rain Barrel. You can also order a compost bin or fish for your outdoor pond from Lake County Soil and Conservation District.
On Saturday April 24--the Lincolnshire-Riverwoods Fire Protection District will hold a chemical waste collection by appointment only. Please call 847-634-2512 to set up your appointment.
Getting new running shoes for the spring season? Don't throw your old ones away! Participate in SWALCO's reuse a shoe program. You can even register your group and sponsor your own collection.
Job and Business Information
Lake County Partners has a new President, Steve Anderson, from St. Louis. Whether you have a business in Lake County, or are thinking of moving a business to Lake County. They can help you with all types of resources and information, including SB504 financing.
Lake County job postings are now on-line.
Available jobs at the Forest Preserve.
The Forest Preserve is now placing bids and requests for proposals on-line.
The Lake County Workforce Investment Board is also a good source of information for businesses.
Education in Lake County
The University Center of Lake County, located in Grayslake, is a consortium of 18 colleges and universities that offers higher education and workforce development opportunities to all Lake County residents. Created in 1996, it supplements what the College of Lake County offers. About 1/3 of the 90 academic programs are "bachelor's completion" , another 1/3 are graduate degrees and the remainder are professional development. A number of the courses are on-line; classes are also offered on weekends and in the evening to accommodate adult students.
Stop by the Grayslake facility, 1200 University Center Drive, on April 8 for the open house and learn more about what they offer.
Community News
The Vernon Area Public Library is holding their semi-annual Used Book Sale on Friday and Saturday April 23 and 24 from 10am-4 pm. Bargain Sunday, April 25 from 12-4 (all items half price). The box sale ($10 a box) is Saturday May 1 from 10 am -2 pm.
The Arlington Heights Bicycle Club is holding their 2010 bicycle swap on Saturday, April 24 from 9 am to 4 pm at Centennial Park. You can buy, sell or swap bicycles and equipment. Visit Cyclearlington for more information.
Lake County News Archive
Click here to view past issues of Lake County News from Ann Maine.
A Note From Ann
Dear Neighbors,
In March I attended a Transportation Management Association meeting where representatives from IDOT, Lake DoT, the toll authority and Cook County Highway Dept. presented their spring-summer project lists. Below I've listed the highlights of some of these. There will once again be a number of construction sites that will impact your travel.
At the March County Board meeting, we passed a resolution directing the Lake County Zoning Board of Appeals to conduct a public heariang on proposed text amendments governing the siting of wind power facilities. While this only applies to unincorporated areas, staff included municipalities, so that they too could learn. As the Country looks toward non-carbon based energy, this will become an important issue. I will keep you informed about the time and location of these meetings.
County Board meetings are available on-line. If you are interested in a specific item, you can look at the agenda and click on it. In the next year Forest Preserve agendas will also be available on line.
As always, I welcome your comments on these or any other issues. Government works best when the citizens are heard, so I hope you'll continue to share your concerns.If you'd like me to come to your Homeowner's meeting or other group to address more issues in person, just contact me.
Sincerely,
Ann Maine
Lake County Board and Forest Preserve
District 21
amaine@lakecountyil.gov
847-374-9787
Transportation Update
There are literally a hundred road projects planned for the Lake and Cook County area. This doesn't even include local road projects. The Lake County Dept. of Transportation will try to include links to all projects in the area, even if the department is not working on them. Here is the list and tentative schedule for some of the major projects in our area. Please keep in mind that weather has a big impact on the ability of crews to work on the roads.
Now that the tollway lane additions are done, the project with the biggest impact will be the Edens Lane Resurfacing. This is expected to start in late June or early July. The road will be reduced to one lane each way. with a lane shift on the Tri-State.
But once you get onto the Edens there are still a number of projects will impact your travel time. While the Kennedy ramps should open in April, the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) and the Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT) will begin four projects to improve the Interstate 290 Expressway, Congress Parkway Bridge and Wacker Drive. Get details on each project from the IDOT/CDOT 2010-2012 project site. You can also look at all lane closures.
Il 176 from Milwaukee Ave to Midlothian--will be resurfaced in July 2010. There will be intermittent road closures.
Rt 22 and Milwaukee Ave, intersection--IDOT is trying to accelerate this project so that it will be done in mid July.
St. Mary's Road from Il 176 to Il 137--this resurfacing project will run from July 2010 until October 2010. Work will occur from 9 am-3 pm. THe road will be down to one lane at this time. Expect delays.
Buffalo Grove Rd from Deerfield Parkway to Il 83--should be finished in May of 2010.
With the price of gas going up again and summer construction season, you may want to check out Metra website. Remember, you can also take Metra to O'Hare airport from the Vernon Hills, Prairie View or Buffalo Grove train stations. It's easy and fast.
You can also bike more! Drive less. Live more promotes alternative transportation in northern Illinois. They have information on bikes on public transportation, as well as ride sharing information, biking paths and more.
If you haven't used the Lake County Division of Transportation's PASSAGE program before. This summer is the time to start. Drivers can find real-time information, online or on the radio (1620 AM), about congestion, construction, accidents and detours on local roadways. You can also get traffic updates on your PDA.
Forest Preserve and Nature News
With all the warm weather, it's good to know that the Forest Preserve offers a lot of free or inexpensive programs. Visit Ryerson Woods where you can take a gentle hike along the river, visit the small farm area with animals for the kids or visit the historic Brushwood home and see an art exhibit. Currently The Friends of Ryerson Woods is sponsoring Aviary! This includes the works of 18 different artists.
On April 7 the Friends book club will be discussing John Wasik's The Cul-de-Sac Syndrome at 7:30 pm. New comers are welcome!
You can also take the kids or grandchildren and head to the Lake County Discovery Museum.
You'll have a great time recollecting your favorite stories and the children will love the artwork from 60 years of Little Golden Books. For more information about the Golden legacy exhibit or to download discount admission coupons, call 847-968-3400 or visit online at: GoldenLegacy
The Forest Preserve calender has information on other programs including photography,history and dinosaurs.
The Friends of the Chicago River are sponsoring the 18th Chicago River Day on May 8th. From 9 am to noon there are a number of activities and projects, many located here in Lake County.
Environmental Issues
Despite our name, Lake County does face serious long term water issues. The County has been working on a number of initiatives to conserve our water resources. On March 4, I co-chaired the Lake County Water Sustainability Group. This group of elected officials, professionals and expert staff will spend the next 6 months developing sustainable water goals. March 22 was World Water Day. The Nature Conservancy has a great list of water conservation tips, many of which you may already be practicing.
While all the rain and late snow make the rivers high now,the hot dry weather of summer will come. Conserve our water and order a Rain Barrel. You can also order a compost bin or fish for your outdoor pond from Lake County Soil and Conservation District.
On Saturday April 24--the Lincolnshire-Riverwoods Fire Protection District will hold a chemical waste collection by appointment only. Please call 847-634-2512 to set up your appointment.
Getting new running shoes for the spring season? Don't throw your old ones away! Participate in SWALCO's reuse a shoe program. You can even register your group and sponsor your own collection.
Job and Business Information
Lake County Partners has a new President, Steve Anderson, from St. Louis. Whether you have a business in Lake County, or are thinking of moving a business to Lake County. They can help you with all types of resources and information, including SB504 financing.
Lake County job postings are now on-line.
Available jobs at the Forest Preserve.
The Forest Preserve is now placing bids and requests for proposals on-line.
The Lake County Workforce Investment Board is also a good source of information for businesses.
Education in Lake County
The University Center of Lake County, located in Grayslake, is a consortium of 18 colleges and universities that offers higher education and workforce development opportunities to all Lake County residents. Created in 1996, it supplements what the College of Lake County offers. About 1/3 of the 90 academic programs are "bachelor's completion" , another 1/3 are graduate degrees and the remainder are professional development. A number of the courses are on-line; classes are also offered on weekends and in the evening to accommodate adult students.
Stop by the Grayslake facility, 1200 University Center Drive, on April 8 for the open house and learn more about what they offer.
Community News
The Vernon Area Public Library is holding their semi-annual Used Book Sale on Friday and Saturday April 23 and 24 from 10am-4 pm. Bargain Sunday, April 25 from 12-4 (all items half price). The box sale ($10 a box) is Saturday May 1 from 10 am -2 pm.
The Arlington Heights Bicycle Club is holding their 2010 bicycle swap on Saturday, April 24 from 9 am to 4 pm at Centennial Park. You can buy, sell or swap bicycles and equipment. Visit Cyclearlington for more information.
Lake County News Archive
Click here to view past issues of Lake County News from Ann Maine.
Saturday, April 3, 2010
April: In & Around Libertyville
Five Guys
As of this morning (Saturday 4/3) there are only 37 more days until the new Five Guys Hamburger restaurant is expected to open in Libertyville! (Not that I'm counting or anything....) I think the addition of Five Guys to the Village is a great sign of how strong our local restaurant scene has become. Now, we just need to work on getting a Chick-Fil-A (and maybe a Waffle House too!).
Libertyville's Co-Operative Nursery Fundraiser - Passport To Libertyville
Libertyville Co-operative Nursery School is offering a "Passport to Libertyville" coupon book. For $20 each, this book will deliver savings and offers from over 50 local Libertyville business, restaurants and services.
Books are available at: Allure Designs, Full DisClothesure, How Impressive!, Parkview Gourmet, Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, Sunset Foods, 730 North Optometry, Cafe Pyrenees, and 545 North.
More info: www.libertyvilleco-op.com
Ike Reilly - New Album / Lollapalooza / Shooter Jennings
LHS Grad and resident local Rock Star Ike Reilly has a new album - Hard Luck Stories. The album is now out on store shelves - available at Best Buy, Amazon or on Ike's website - www.ikereilly.net (or most anywhere else that sells music). I was out in Virgina Beach earlier this week and took the album with me for a listen - and I'm glad I did. Every track was solid - my favorite is #6 - Good Work. The video for the song Good Work features a backdrop that will be very familiar to most LHS grads - the video was filmed earlier this year at the Brainerd Building. I'll let you know as soon as it's available for viewing.
Ike has been out on the road promoting his new album - locally, he'll have an upcoming show in Chicago on April 29th - Ike will be playing the Lincoln Theatre along with Shooter Jennings (Waylon's kid). Tickets are now on sale - HERE.
Finally, I was happy to read this morning on the ChicagolandRadioandMedia.com website that Ike will be playing this year's Lollapalooza Festival in Grant Park. The three day music fest runs August 6th - 8th. Three day passes can be purchased - HERE.
BTW - If you're interested in Chicago TV or Radio news, chicagolandradioandmedia.com is a great source of news and information. The website has established itself as THE source for breaking radio and TV related news for Chicago. It also has a Libertyville connection - The site is run by a former longtime Libertyville business owner who is still a member of the GLMV Chamber of Commerce!
Libertyville-Mundelein Historical Society Monthly Meeting
The next Libertyville-Mundelein Historical Society meeting will be held on Monday, April 12th at 7:30pm. The meetings are held at 7:30pm at the Libertyville Township offices @ 359 Merrill Court. All of the Libertyville-Mundelein Historical Society meetings are open to the public and are free to attend!
The April Meeting will feature Northern Lake County's involvement in the Underground Railroad at their next monthly membership meeting. Some estimates show that by 1850, over 100,000 slaves had escaped to freedom using the network of secret routes and safe houses. Some of the Underground Railroad routes made their way through Lake County, with known stops in Waukegan, Gurnee and Milburn. The Waukegan Historical Society's Museum Supervisor, Ty Rohrer will talk about Lake County's involvement in the Underground Railroad, some of the know safe houses and known hero abolitionists who helped the slaves make their way to freedom.
Who: Libertyville-Mundelein Historical Society Meeting:
When: Monday, April 12th, 2010 7:30pm
Where: Libertyville Township Offices – 359 Merrill Court
Tony Esposito Autograph Session - Benefit for the United Way of Lake County
Now, I know this isn't Libertyville - but it's close enough (and pretty cool!) Chicago Blackhawks legendary goalie Tony Esposito will be signing autographs at the Flatlanders Pub in Lincolnshire on April 13th - 6:30p-8p. Autographs are only $35 / $50 per autograph for jersey or stick.
Pre-order your tickets - 847-913-0177
Pucks, photos, jerseys, mini-helmets, & sticks will be available for purchase at the signing event.
This event is sponsored by Auction Merchandise Source - AMS is the group that provided autographed items for the Brainerd Community Center fundraiser at Mickey Finn's last fall.
Bart Shore's Time Warp Radio
Finally - I wanted to mention a great podcast recorded and produced by my fellow WBBM-AM traffic reporter, Bart Shore. This morning's All-Request edition of Time Warp Radio features songs by The Shadows of Knight, the Lovin' Spoonful and my request - Sam and Dave! Bart also gives a great plug for our "We Need A Chick-Fil-A in Libertyville" cause - thanks Bart!
You can listen and download Bart's Time Warp Radio podcasts - http://bartshore.libsyn.com
Time Warp Radio is also on facebook - HERE.
As of this morning (Saturday 4/3) there are only 37 more days until the new Five Guys Hamburger restaurant is expected to open in Libertyville! (Not that I'm counting or anything....) I think the addition of Five Guys to the Village is a great sign of how strong our local restaurant scene has become. Now, we just need to work on getting a Chick-Fil-A (and maybe a Waffle House too!).
Libertyville's Co-Operative Nursery Fundraiser - Passport To Libertyville
Libertyville Co-operative Nursery School is offering a "Passport to Libertyville" coupon book. For $20 each, this book will deliver savings and offers from over 50 local Libertyville business, restaurants and services.
Books are available at: Allure Designs, Full DisClothesure, How Impressive!, Parkview Gourmet, Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, Sunset Foods, 730 North Optometry, Cafe Pyrenees, and 545 North.
More info: www.libertyvilleco-op.com
Ike Reilly - New Album / Lollapalooza / Shooter Jennings
LHS Grad and resident local Rock Star Ike Reilly has a new album - Hard Luck Stories. The album is now out on store shelves - available at Best Buy, Amazon or on Ike's website - www.ikereilly.net (or most anywhere else that sells music). I was out in Virgina Beach earlier this week and took the album with me for a listen - and I'm glad I did. Every track was solid - my favorite is #6 - Good Work. The video for the song Good Work features a backdrop that will be very familiar to most LHS grads - the video was filmed earlier this year at the Brainerd Building. I'll let you know as soon as it's available for viewing. Ike has been out on the road promoting his new album - locally, he'll have an upcoming show in Chicago on April 29th - Ike will be playing the Lincoln Theatre along with Shooter Jennings (Waylon's kid). Tickets are now on sale - HERE.
Finally, I was happy to read this morning on the ChicagolandRadioandMedia.com website that Ike will be playing this year's Lollapalooza Festival in Grant Park. The three day music fest runs August 6th - 8th. Three day passes can be purchased - HERE.
BTW - If you're interested in Chicago TV or Radio news, chicagolandradioandmedia.com is a great source of news and information. The website has established itself as THE source for breaking radio and TV related news for Chicago. It also has a Libertyville connection - The site is run by a former longtime Libertyville business owner who is still a member of the GLMV Chamber of Commerce!
Libertyville-Mundelein Historical Society Monthly Meeting
The next Libertyville-Mundelein Historical Society meeting will be held on Monday, April 12th at 7:30pm. The meetings are held at 7:30pm at the Libertyville Township offices @ 359 Merrill Court. All of the Libertyville-Mundelein Historical Society meetings are open to the public and are free to attend!
The April Meeting will feature Northern Lake County's involvement in the Underground Railroad at their next monthly membership meeting. Some estimates show that by 1850, over 100,000 slaves had escaped to freedom using the network of secret routes and safe houses. Some of the Underground Railroad routes made their way through Lake County, with known stops in Waukegan, Gurnee and Milburn. The Waukegan Historical Society's Museum Supervisor, Ty Rohrer will talk about Lake County's involvement in the Underground Railroad, some of the know safe houses and known hero abolitionists who helped the slaves make their way to freedom.
Who: Libertyville-Mundelein Historical Society Meeting:
When: Monday, April 12th, 2010 7:30pm
Where: Libertyville Township Offices – 359 Merrill Court
Tony Esposito Autograph Session - Benefit for the United Way of Lake County
Now, I know this isn't Libertyville - but it's close enough (and pretty cool!) Chicago Blackhawks legendary goalie Tony Esposito will be signing autographs at the Flatlanders Pub in Lincolnshire on April 13th - 6:30p-8p. Autographs are only $35 / $50 per autograph for jersey or stick.
Pre-order your tickets - 847-913-0177
Pucks, photos, jerseys, mini-helmets, & sticks will be available for purchase at the signing event.
This event is sponsored by Auction Merchandise Source - AMS is the group that provided autographed items for the Brainerd Community Center fundraiser at Mickey Finn's last fall.
Bart Shore's Time Warp Radio
Finally - I wanted to mention a great podcast recorded and produced by my fellow WBBM-AM traffic reporter, Bart Shore. This morning's All-Request edition of Time Warp Radio features songs by The Shadows of Knight, the Lovin' Spoonful and my request - Sam and Dave! Bart also gives a great plug for our "We Need A Chick-Fil-A in Libertyville" cause - thanks Bart!
You can listen and download Bart's Time Warp Radio podcasts - http://bartshore.libsyn.com
Time Warp Radio is also on facebook - HERE.
Wednesday, March 31, 2010
Chick-Fil-A!
Libertyville Needs a Chick-Fil-A!
If you have ever had one, you know what all of the excitement is about.... Chick-Fil-A is coming to the Chicago area this summer!
When the news came out last month - I was initially very excited (almost as excited as I was when Krispy Kream came to Mundelein), but my excitement soon turned to frustration once I realized that all of the locations being talked about were in the Western Suburbs. Why the Western Suburbs? They got the first Sonic, Jimmy Buffet's restaurant and other high profile eateries that could have done better in Lake County. Don't get me wrong, I'll probably make the drive to Aurora for the opening, but I won't like it.
You can read more about Chick-Fil-A's move to the Chicago area in Kim Mikus's (LHS Grad) column in yesterday's Daily Herald here: http://www.dailyherald.com/story/?id=369581
The story also features a mention of a facebook group I started - The "We Need A Chick-Fil-A in Libertyville, IL" - if you're on facebook, make sure you join! Maybe someday - if we make enough noise in Libertyville, we can add a Chick-Fil-A to our menu of outstanding choices when it comes to places to eat.
If you have ever had one, you know what all of the excitement is about.... Chick-Fil-A is coming to the Chicago area this summer!
When the news came out last month - I was initially very excited (almost as excited as I was when Krispy Kream came to Mundelein), but my excitement soon turned to frustration once I realized that all of the locations being talked about were in the Western Suburbs. Why the Western Suburbs? They got the first Sonic, Jimmy Buffet's restaurant and other high profile eateries that could have done better in Lake County. Don't get me wrong, I'll probably make the drive to Aurora for the opening, but I won't like it.
You can read more about Chick-Fil-A's move to the Chicago area in Kim Mikus's (LHS Grad) column in yesterday's Daily Herald here: http://www.dailyherald.com/story/?id=369581
The story also features a mention of a facebook group I started - The "We Need A Chick-Fil-A in Libertyville, IL" - if you're on facebook, make sure you join! Maybe someday - if we make enough noise in Libertyville, we can add a Chick-Fil-A to our menu of outstanding choices when it comes to places to eat.
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