Glenview IL calendar for January 2012

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Local Glenview News and Calendar for January of 2012

 

 

Mother’s Day Brunch at The Cafe at Glenview Park Golf Club

 

Mother’s Day is just around the corner and if you’re looking for a place to take Mom for brunch in Glenview you should try The Cafe at Glenview Park Golf Club.

The Cafe will be hosting Mother’s Day brunch this May8th with seating at 9:30 am  or 12 pm. Reservations are required and do fill up quickly. You can contact The Cafe at 847-654-3200

Cost for this years Mother’s Day brunch at The Cafe at Glenview Park Golf Club is $25.95 an adult, $13.95 for children ages 5-10 and $6.95 for children ages 2 – 4.

A quick visit to The Cafe at Glenview Park Golf Club for further information on the Mother’s Day brunch gave me a detailed despcription of this years offerings: 

Cold Buffet
Pasta Salad, Corn Salad, Cucumber Ranch Salad
Sweet Rolls, Muffins, Croissants and Assorted Breads

Hot Food
Chef’s Special, Strawberry French Toast, Au gratin Potato
Eggs, Bacon, Sausage, Hash Brown Potato Cubes
 
Dessert Emporium                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Variety of the Chef’s Selections

Champagne, Coffee, Tea and Soft Drinks Included

 

Single family home sales in Glenview for January and February 2011

Closed transactions of single family homes in Glenview between 1-1-11 and 2-28-11 The uptrend in existing-home sales continues, with January sales rising for the third consecutive month with a pace that is now above year-ago levels, according to the National Association of REALTORS®.

Chicagoland and Suburbia Market Watch

See below our overview of real estate activity in the greater Chicagoland area.

CHICAGOLAND MARKET WATCH

MARKET SUMMARY -NORTHBROOK

MARKET SUMMARY -MORTON GROVE

MARKET SUMMARY -GLENVIEW

4th of July Fireworks in Glenview, Northbrook and Morton Grove!

4th of July Glenview Fireworks and Parade

Monday July 5th Glenview will be celebrating with their annual parade. Starting at 10:30am at the corner of Glenview Rd and Church St. children between the ages of preschool and 9 years old are invited to bring their decorated bikes to ride in the Parade of Bikes at 11am. The Main 45th annual Independence Day Glenview Parade starts at 11:30am. The parade goes west on Glenview Rd, South on Harlem, to Central and march west to Johns Park where it ends. Start celebrating America’s Birthday early, and end your day with the Twilight Show.

At 7:30pm gather on the grounds of the Glenview Park Golf Club at 800 Shermer Rd, where the Northshore Concert Band will play patriotic tunes to the fabulous Glenview Fireworks. Pack up your blankets, chairs, coolers and step out with your family to enjoy this festive day.

Morton Grove Days and 4th of July Fireworks

July 3rd & 4th are going to be filled with fun in Morton Grove. Celebrate Independence Day the entire weekend at Morton Grove Days located at Harrer Park, 6250 Dempster St. There is live entertainment, a carnival, food, a raffle and more. Get a full day pass for the carnival for only $20 or purchase individual tickets.

July 4th at 2:30pm the Morton Grove 4th of July parade will begin. The parade runs on Dempster St. from Central to Park. Don’t forget to wear your red, white and blue for this fun event.

Morton Grove Fireworks begin at 9:30pm at Harrer Park. Get there early to claim your space, break out the chairs and blankets and sit back and watch the sky light up above you.

4th of July Northbrook Fireworks and Parade

Northbrook starts the celebration on the 3rd of July with Pancakes in the Park. All morning activities take place in the Village Green Park at Shermer and Meadow Roads. There are family games, good food and great fun. From 7am – 11am bring the whole family out to enjoy live music and a friendly softball game, the annual police and fire department play off. For all of you runners don’t miss the 3rd Annual Liberty Loop 5k. Registration begins at 6:30am at the Village Green Center located at 1810 Walters Avenue Northbrook, IL. Click here for more information on the 5k walk/run.

Sunday July 4th the Northbrook Parade of Bikes kicks off at 2:15pm starting at Western Ave. and Cherry Lane followed by the main parade at 2:30pm. Set up your chairs along the route and enjoy the festive celebration with patriotic floats, music, fun and more. Get set for the Northbrook Fireworks at 8:45pm at the Velodrome off of Maple Ave. There will be a short program and at dusk the sky will dazzle and shine.

No matter where you live, the towns’ villages make this holiday weekend a great celebration for the whole family. You will be sure to find something do this Independence Day. Enjoy your weekend with your family, and remember to bring your sun block, mosquito spray, coolers and chairs, the weather is going to be great. Have a safe holiday.

A small note I would like add, the 4th of July is a good day to remember all who serve our country that will not be here in America to see the fireworks. GOD bless them all.

If you are looking to buy or sell a Morton Grove, Glenview or Northbrook home, call your local Realtor, Marina Jacobson out of Glenview Koenig & Strey at 2630 Valor Drive 847-510-5009 or email me at marina@marinajacobsonhomes.com. You can also visit my website www.MarinaJacobsonHomes.com for all of your real estate needs.

Glenview Home Sales: Housing Market Report June 2010!

Homes in Glenview are selling!

Over the last 3 months 208 single family Glenview homes have closed or are pending closing as well as 89 Glenview condos and townhomes. This is good news for Glenview Home Owners who are selling their homes. There is an average of 11 months supply of homes on the market and the days on the market is around 229 days.

Buyers are out there looking for a perfect home at the right price, and these market reports I am sharing will give you an idea on what the Glenview market is like in June of 2010. Please look at these reports and contact me, Marina Jacobson your Glenview Realtor at 847-510-5009 or email me Marina@MarinaJacobsonHomes.com with any questions about Glenview Real Estate.

Glenview Single Family Homes

Glenview Condos & Townhomes

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Glenview Events for Summer Fun – Get Glenview News Here

Are you looking for Events in Glenview to fill your weekends with fun, look no further, Marina Jacobson, Glenview realtor of Koenig & Strey has the news you can use. Coming up this father’s day weekend and throughout the month of June are great Glenview Events that you and your family can enjoy.

9th Annual Wagner Farm Dairy Breakfast

On June 19th This Glenview Event takes place at the Wagner Farm, 1510 Wagner Road, Glenview, IL between 8:00am and 1:00pm. Enjoy a delicious farm-style breakfast complete with a variety of dairy items. Farm tours, demonstrations, hay rides and plenty of hands-on activities throughout the morning. Click Here for more information on the Wagner Farm Dairy Breakfast or call 847-657-1506 for more details on this event.

The Black Dogs Car Show at the Glen

This event will be taking place on Father’s Day, Sunday June 20th from 9:00am-3:00pm at The Glen Town Center on Tower Drive. You can register your car from 9am to noon. The car show is FREE, there is no entry fee and trophies will be awarded to the top 25 vehicles. $150 Glen Town Center gifts cards will be awarded to the best in show for Show Stock, Modified and Future Classic Cars. Pop your engines, open your doors and rev your engines for this great Glenview Event. Visit www.blackdogcarshows.com for more event information and future dates of the shows throughout Northern Illinois.

Glenview Farmer’s Market at Wagner

On June 26th from 8:00am-12:00pm stop by the Wagner Farm, 1510 Wagner Road, Glenview, IL for the weekly farmers market. Starting June 26th through October 9th every Saturday local venders will be selling their fresh fruits, vegetables and baked goods. Don’t miss the amazing array of fruits and vegetables, or pick up some homemade jellies and jams. Bring home some fresh cut flowers to brighten up the rooms. Bring the family and when you are done shopping stop by the farm and visit the animals or sit on the antique tractor and take some pictures. There is fun for all at the Glenview Farmer’s Market, click here for more information or call 847-657-1506.

Summer Drop-In Activities

There is always something exciting happening everyday this summer, June 7-August 27 at the Historic Wagner Farm at 1510 Wagner Road, Glenview, IL.

Dollar Drop-in Days – Monday-Saturday, 10-11 am: Participate in fun crafts, demonstrations and farm-related activities. Activities change daily. Meet at the Heritage Center front desk. $1/day per participant.

Monday-Saturday, 4:30 pm: Public Milking Demonstrations in the Heritage Center’s milking parlor. Free.

Monday-Sunday, 10 am – 3 pm: Meet costumed interpreters as they go about daily life on a working 1920s farm. Free.

Tuesdays & Thursdays, 4 pm: Storytelling with Miss Joyce and Miss Mary Beth. Free
If you are looking for something to do with your family during the week or on the weekend, stop by the Wagner Farm and enjoy all of the Glenview Events it has to offer.

Gazebo Grill Grand Re-Opening & Friday Night Live

Friday, June 25, 6:30-9 pm at the Glenview Park Golf Club, 800 Shermer Road, Glenview, IL the Gazebo Grill will be opening for the summer. Bring the whole family & enjoy the food, drinks, fun and stick around for live entertainment featuring Curt Lechner, “The Essence of Elvis.” Enjoy free cake, lemonade and iced tea. There will be burgers & brats “hot off the grill” and cocktails available for purchase. One for the money, two for the show, three to get ready now go cat go. Don’t miss the Gazebo Grill Grand Re-Opening and Friday Night Live Glenview Event.

Free Grove Trail Walk

Saturday, June 26, meet at The Grove Interpretive Center, 1421 Milwaukee Ave, Glenview, IL at 2:00pm to check out wildflowers, bird migration and other signs of spring with a Grove Trail Walk. It is a great time to appreciate the beauty of nature and take a nice relaxing trail walk. For more information call (847) 299-6096.

I will continue to update you on Glenview Events throughout the summer. It is always nice to get out and enjoy the weather with family and enjoy all that this township has to offer. Glenview is a wonderful place to live as many of the homeowners in Glenview will attest to that. When I am working with relocation buyers I can honestly say Glenview is always on the top list of their choices. The school district in Glenview helps keep the homes prices in Glenview stable. Glenbrook North and South High Schools offer a great education. Glenview also offers great Elementary and Junior Schools as well as Early Care facilities. What a great town to live in, and it is always a pleasure to work with Glenview Buyers and Sellers.

If you are looking to buy or sell a Glenview Home, call your local Glenview Realtor, Marina Jacobson out of The Glenview Koenig & Strey Located in The Glen 847-510-5009 or email me at Marina@marinajacobsonhomes.com. You can also visit my website www.MarinaJacobsonHomes.com for all of your Glenview real estate needs. Click here to search Homes in Glenview.

Glenview Pool Opening Soon, Fun in the Sun for Glenview Residents

It is time for you to leave your Glenview Home and get outside!

The weather has been beautiful and it gets swimming on my mind. There is nothing like a nice cool pool on a hot spring or summer day. Glenview offer great swimming entertainment for the whole family. Glenview Schools will be ending soon for the summer and it will be time to plan your family fun filled weekends.
 

Glenview Roosevelt Outdoor Pool

The Glenview Roosevelt Outdoor Pool located at 2239 Fir Street, Glenview, IL  will be opening June 12. The award winning has so much to offer for the whole family. For the young ones there is a zero depth pool that allows tots to explore the water at their own pace. For the older kids there is the interactive island that features water cannons, waterfalls, drop slides and a diving platform. For the adults there is a 5 lane, 25 yard lap and activity pool. With a little something for everyone, you can make a day out of a trip the Glenview Roosevelt Outdoor Pool. There is plenty of space to lay out in the sun and enjoy the company. Don’t worry if you get hungry, you can the hit the Island Grill which offers everything from hamburgers, grilled chicken sandwiches and hotdogs to snacks including nachos, pretzels, shaved ice and much more. You can obtain a membership for the family so you can enjoy the pool all summer long or schedule your summer birthday party but book it soon.

Glenview Roosevelt Pool Hours of Operation

Glenview Flick Outdoor Pool

For more outdoor fun dive into the Glenview Flick Outdoor Pool which is located at 3600 Glenview Road, Glenview, IL and opens June 12th. Family fun for all includes a fenced-in kiddie area with a junior slide and spray play that is perfect for the little ones. Also for the little ones there is a large zero-depth play pool with interactive spray play and a tropical garden play structure, a favorite of the younger kids. For the teenagers the Flick Pool in Glenview has a high-energy, interactive spray play area with a custom-designed water cannon game and two giant water flume slides which provides hours of fun. They didn’t forget about the older crowd, the pool offers a diving well with two drop slides and a one meter diving board as well as an 8 lane, 25 yard pool to swim laps. There is fun for everyone at the Flick Outdoor Pool with comfortable deck chairs and you can relax in the sun or the shade. Come hungry to the pool because the Garden Grill offers an array of great food including tuna steak and chicken breast sandwiches, hotdogs and snacks such as nachos, pretzels, soft serve ice cream and so much more. Memberships are available and they give you access to both Flick Outdoor Pool and Roosevelt Outdoor Pool.

Glenview Flick Pool Hours of Operation

Splash Landings Indoor Aquatic Center

What about the rainy days? Glenview offers a great solution; visit Splash Landing Indoor Aquatic Center at 2400 Chestnut Avenue, Glenview, IL. The pool is open all year long and the Splash Landings Play Pool offers a sloping from zero depth to 3 ½ feet pool with an air traffic control tower-themed waterslide and interactive water play features. You can also swim laps in the Splash Landings Lap Pool or relax in the Splash Landing Whirlpool. The facility offers an extensive program of swimming lessons for all ages through our Starfish Swim School. The pool is also great for parties speaking from experience. For pool hours visit the Glenview Park District website – http://www.glenviewparkdist.org/.

Glenview has so much to offer for summer fun. Don’t stay inside your Glenview Home, get outdoors and get your dose vitamin D. All of these facilities are just a hop, skip and a jump away from your Home in Glenview. I’m sure the kids will thank you every time you go.

As a Glenview Realtor I take pride in informing Glenview residents of local events and entertainment. If you are looking for Glenview community information or Glenview Real Estate information, Marina Jacobson of Koenig and Strey is the one to call 847-510-5009 or email me at Marina@MarinaJacobsonHomes.com. Visit my website www.MarinaJacobsonHomes.com for all of your Glenview community and Glenview Real Estate needs.