Village of Hoffman Estates 1900 Hassell Road Hoffman Estates, IL
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Village of Hoffman Estates 1900 Hassell Road Hoffman Estates, IL
Village of Hoffman Estates 1900 Hassell Road Hoffman Estates, IL 60169 Tourism Information: 847-781-2664 visithoffman.com visithoffman.com Table of CO N T E N TS 50 th 1959 An niversary Banquets, Special Events & Conferences . . . . . . . . . . .7 It is with great pleasure that I welcome you to the dynamic community of Hoffman Estates, Illinois. TA T E S VILLAG O On behalf of the residents and businesses of the Village of Hoffman Estates, I would like to welcome you to our community. Shopping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Hotels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Attractions & Entertainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Cabela’s & Sears Centre Arena . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Dining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Four Seasons of Fun . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 OFFM AN F H ES E William D. McLeod Mayor, Village of Hoffman Estates Welcome Hoffman Estates Location Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 2009 You have entered a diverse world that includes over 4,000 acres of forest preserves full of hiking and bike trails, a significant corporate and business presence anchored by Sears Holdings Corporation and AT&T, an award-winning educational system, and a burgeoning entertainment and tourism industry. Recreation & Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Parks & Recreation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Forest Preserves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 There’s plenty to do in Hoffman Estates, particularly in our rapidly growing Entertainment District, which attracts tourists from across the Midwest to the state-of-the-art Sears Centre Arena and the 185,000-square-foot Cabela’s super store, the World’s Foremost Outfitter. Area Attractions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 The Sears Centre Arena features a mixture of major talent, such as Carrie Underwood and Billy Joel, coupled with professional lacrosse, football and soccer teams. Cabela’s includes a wondrous mountain of wild animals, as well as quality outdoor clothing and gear for hunting, camping and fishing at competitive prices. Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 The Village’s hospitality industry is very much up to the challenge of serving you, with eight hotels, modern group meeting venues – including the award-winning Stonegate Conference & Banquet Centre – a wide variety of first-class restaurants and several shopping facilities. If you have questions or if we can help make your stay in Hoffman Estates more enjoyable, please let us know by using the contact information on the back page of this guide. Thanks for visiting, and come back soon! Economic Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Additional Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 HOFFMAN ESTATES CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: A COMMUNITY ORGANIZATION WITH A VISION FOR THE FUTURE Established in 1990, the Hoffman Estates Chamber of Commerce and Industry is proud to play a vital role in building a solid business base by keeping members informed, connected and prosperous. Members have the opportunity to showcase their products and services at any of the following successful annual events. ■ Business to Consumer Expo ■ Golf Outing – Business on Course ■ Business to Business Expo ■ AM Business Connection – morning networking ■ Community Fishing Derby ■ Chit & Chat – lunchtime networking and learning series ■ Scholarship Fashion Show ■ Business After Hours – evening networking opportunity Please contact us at 847-781-9100 or visit our Web site at www.hechamber.com 1 Our Mission: To effectively promote and advocate for the interests of the Hoffman Estates area business community. visithoffman.com Hoffman Estates CANDLEWOOD SUITES CHICAGO HOFFMAN ESTATES CHICAGO MARRIOTT NORTHWEST HOFFMAN ESTATES 3 COMFORT INN - CHICAGO 4 HAMPTON INN & SUITES CHICAGO HOFFMAN ESTATES 3 Rd . LA QUINTA INNS AND SUITES CHICAGO - HOFFMAN ESTATES Pk wy . 72 4 6 1 7 8 13 14 72 Mundhank Rd. 6 Lakewood Blvd. 17 2 Hoffman Blvd. Hig gin s 2 Rd . 5 Hillcrest Blvd . 13 HUNTINGTON PLAZA I 1660-1650 W. Algonquin Road Jones Rd.. en Rd. Rohrss Bartlett Rd. Barrington Rd. 1 58 7 14 HUNTINGTON PLAZA II 1550-1590 W. Algonquin Road 19 10 4 12 9 8 11 15 MUMFORD PLAZA Freeman Road and Mumford Drive 20 16 POPLAR COMMONS 2306-2336 Hassell Road Bode Rd. 59 Bode Rd. ULTIMATE EXPOSURE PLAZA 136-152 W. Higgins Road 12 HOFFMAN VILLAGE Barrington Road and Golf Road Hassell Rd. 58 9 11 HOFFMAN PLAZA Golf Road and Roselle Road 3 72 GOLF CENTER Golf Road and Roselle Road 10 HOFFMAN CENTER (FORMERLY BRANDESS CENTER WEST) Gannon Drive and Golf Road 16 Shoe Factory Rd. GLEN LAKE 1469-1475 Glen Lake Road 8 Shoe Factory Rd. St ire a r P FOUNTAIN CROSSING Barrington Road and Lakewood Boulevard 7 Hassell Rd. 3 FOREST VIEW PLAZA Algonquin Road and Huntington Boulevard 6 62 on e Beverly Rd. RED ROOF INN CHICAGO HOFFMAN ESTATES oint Pkwy. sp 15 Roselle Rd. 7 5 Barrington Rd. HYATT PLACE CHICAGO HOFFMAN ESTATES Gr ee n 6 New Sutton Rd. Penny Rd. 5 Meacham Rd. n Roselle Rd. 59 Penny Rd. qu i Ela Rd. Al go n CROSSROADS COMMONS Golf Road and Higgins Road 4 Huntington Blvd. 62 HILTON GARDEN INN HOFFMAN ESTATES CHARTER BANK PLAZA Hassell Road and Barrington Road Palatine Rd. 18 8 CABELA’S 5225 Prairie Stone Parkway 2 2 5 BARRINGTON SQUARE MALL 2302-2354 W. Higgins Road 1 LO C AT I O N M A P H OT E L S 1 SHOPPING CENTERS Bode Rd. 17 POPLAR CREEK CROSSING Illinois Routes 59 and 72 18 ROSE PLAZA 1405-1482 Palatine Road Schaumburg Rd. 19 Schaumburg Rd. 2 19 STRAWBERRY HILL Gannon Drive and Golf Road 3 20 VALLI PLAZA 870-890 N. Roselle Road visithoffman.com GOLF ROAD AND GANNON DRIVE DISTRICT: 10 Strawberry Hill, Hoffman Center, Auto Dealers 19 Eat at Dover Straits, Inchin’s Bamboo Garden, Sukhadia’s Sweets and Indian Grill or White Castle, Domino’s or Brown’s Chicken. Hoffman Estates Animal Hospital and Post Office are convenient stops here. Car dealers include Muller’s Acura, Infiniti, Land Rover or Motor Werks Mercedes Benz. Stop in at Jai Hind Food and Video, Minear Meat Mart, Ocean Fish, Taste of Thai, Spice In Café, or Hot Breads. Shopping GOLF AND HIGGINS ROAD CENTERS: Crossroads Commons, Auto Dealer I N H O F FM A N E S TAT E S HIGGINS AND ROSELLE DISTRICT: Golf Center, Ultimate Exposure Plaza, Hoffman Plaza, Valli Plaza 8 9 11 20 Centrally located in the heart of the Village, this district covers a blend of retail, dining and fun attractions for the whole family. Valli Produce, which has local produce and specialty market items, is neighbor to Laser Quest. Enjoy sandwiches from Subway or pizza and more from Sarpino’s. Visit Hoffman Lanes bowling alley or The Room Place, Michaels, TJ Maxx, Dress Barn, Fabbrini’s Flowers and Aquarium Adventure Petland, next to Hair Cuttery and Ho-Luck chinese restaurant. You’ll find Jewel-Osco food store with Dania Furniture, One-Hour Photo, Jockey Wok n’ Rolls, San Korean Restaurant, BBQ Hut, Thai House, Hot Dog Express and Denny’s. Visit Sally Beauty Supply, Kim Sun Young Beauty Salon, Hair Corner or the Barber Shoppe. Grab a coffee at Caribou while you browse titles at Blockbuster Video. ALGONQUIN AND HUNTINGTON DISTRICT: Forest View, Huntington Plaza 5 13 BARRINGTON ROAD AND GOLF ROAD DISTRICT: Hoffman Village, Plunkett Furniture, 12 Barrington Road Fun Zone 14 Enjoy family favorites Dairy Queen, Sofi’s Italian Beef and Peterson’s Bakery alongside unique restaurant finds Los Martinez Bar and Grill, Lily Garden, Bistro Wasabi, Regular Joe coffee house, Great Clips, Jake’s Pizza, 1st Place Sports Bar and Grill, and Café Clemenza. Visit Curves, Multiform Fitness, SCUBA, Dancing Feet or LA Tan. Treat yourself to Valentine’s Salon and Spa, Sharon Florist or Black Box Diamond. Plan that ultimate travel adventure by visiting S.A.L. Travel/Limousine Express. PALATINE ROAD AND CHAMBERS DRIVE CENTER: 18 Rose Plaza Oberweis Dairy, Starbucks and Blockbuster Video draw you into this Center on the Village’s north side, anchored by Jewel-Osco food store. Get a fresh new look at Hair Cuttery, Island Sun Tanning or Paris Nails, and something sparkly from Piccard Jewelry. Hungry? Sir Nick’s Pizza, Subway, China Wok or Amore Mio can fit the bill. BARRINGTON ROAD AND LAKEWOOD BOULEVARD CENTER: Fountain Crossing 6 Head north on Barrington Road and you’ll find every taste can be met, whether it’s Hunan Beijing, Pizza Hut Express, Jersey’s Pizza and Grill, Jimmy John’s, La Strada Ristorante, Quiznos, Subway or favorites served at Apple Villa Pancake House. Barrington Nails can prepare your hands to receive that perfect gift from Rahl Jewelers. 4 Don’t miss Congo River Golf and Exploration on Barrington Road for the best outdoor miniature golf adventure. If you’re hungry, stop in at Los Fernandez or McDonald’s. Walgreens offers a 24-hour pharmacy with a drive-up window. Plunkett Furniture’s showroom is right next door. Across Golf Road, you’ll find Dominick’s food store, Starbucks, Hot Wok Village and Subway. The Putting Edge indoor glow-in-the-dark miniature golf course is next to EOS full-service hair salon. Check out RadioShack, Babies ‘n Beds kids’ furniture, Fannie May candy treats or Dunkin’ Donuts/Baskin-Robbins. Blockbuster Video completes the evening’s fun. 4 Pick out your new car at Woodfield Nissan, or visit PM Bedroom Gallery, which features handcrafted bedroom furniture and home accessories. Shop TigerDirect for the latest in electronics. CJ’s Hot Dogs and Gyros, Moon Garden, Madhur Plaza or Paradise Restaurant will satisfy your hunger. Cardinal Wine and Spirits sells your favorite brands, while Hiba Beauty Salon and Curves allow you to feel pampered and stay fit. BARRINGTON AND HIGGINS ROAD DISTRICT: Barrington Square, Charter Bank Plaza, Poplar 1 Commons and the Restaurant Park 3 HIGGINS ROAD AND ROUTE 59 DISTRICT: Poplar Creek Crossing, Prairie Stone Crossing, 17 Entertainment District On the Village’s west side, there’s a new Entertainment District filled with retail and dining opportunities. Sports Authority, Office Max, PetSmart, Michaels, Kirklands, Lane Bryant and Cacique, Carter’s and OshKosh, TJ Maxx, Linens ‘n Things, World Market Sport Clips, Great Clips, and Target provide everything you need in one place. Enjoy a stop at Massage Envy. Eat at Claim Jumper, Buffalo Wild Wings, Red Robin, Asta La Pasta and Moe’s Southwest Grill. Chipotle, Panda Express, Subway, Jimmy John’s and Caribou Coffee satisfy myriad tastes. Stop in at Chicago Home Fitness or Integrity Physical Therapy for some advice. You can get a new hairstyle at Cost Cutters and get new glasses at Vision Works. Tilted Kilt is a new pub and eatery providing friendly service with a Scottish flair opening spring of 2009. Famous Dave’s and Hacienda are also expected in 2009. 16 Chili’s and IHOP start the cavalcade of dining options. Across Barrington Road is the Assembly Restaurant where burgers are grilled behind the bar. Across the street you can enjoy Starbucks, Travelex International and Charter One Bank. Down Hassell Road you will find the Neighborhood Inn Bar and Grill, Pride Windows and Siding is next to Shear Magic Salon, 7-Eleven and Wizard of Pawz. Leisure Time Laundromat, open 24/7, features drop-off service and large-capacity washer/dryers. At the intersection of Barrington and Higgins roads is the restaurant park featuring Max & Erma’s, Romano’s Macaroni Grill, TGI Friday’s and Steak ‘n Shake. Adjacent to the restaurant park is The Stonegate Conference and Banquet Centre, home to state-of-the-art conference facilities. Cross over Higgins Road to find Poplar Creek Bowl and Official’s Time Out, Garibaldi’s, America’s Bar & Grill for lunch or late night fun, Golden Chopstick, Burger King, McDonald’s and Buona Beef to satisfy every craving. Hair Pros, Barrington Square Barbers, Peter Pan Cleaners and Fred Astaire Dance Studio can help you get ready for any event. CABELA’S: Prairie Stone Parkway 2 Cabela’s is a 185,000-squarefoot retail showroom with museum-quality animal dioramas and aquariums, wild game eatery and more ... See page 10 for full details 5 visithoffman.com Pet Friendly Hotels Wireless Internet Meeting Facilities For reservations, call any of the fine hotels listed below. The Tourism Office of the Village of Hoffman Estates is happy to assist you with group sales. If you are planning a sports tournament, meeting, wedding or special event, call 847-781-2664. We look forward to helping you plan a memorable and successful event! CANDLEWOOD SUITES CHICAGO HOFFMAN ESTATES 2875 Greenspoint Parkway Hoffman Estates, IL 60169 847-490-1686 • www.candlewoodsuites.com CHICAGO MARRIOTT NORTHWEST HOFFMAN ESTATES 4800 Hoffman Boulevard Hoffman Estates, IL 60192 847-645-9500 • www.marriott.com COMFORT INN - CHICAGO 2075 Barrington Road Hoffman Estates, IL 60169 847-882-8848 • www.comfortinn.com HAMPTON INN AND SUITES CHICAGO HOFFMAN ESTATES 2825 Greenspoint Parkway Hoffman Estates, IL 60169 847-882-4301 • www.hamptoninnhoffmanestates.com HILTON GARDEN INN - HOFFMAN ESTATES 2425 Barrington Road Hoffman Estates, IL 60192 847-277-7889 • www.hoffmanestates.gardeninn.com HYATT PLACE CHICAGO - HOFFMAN ESTATES 2750 Greenspoint Parkway Hoffman Estates, IL 60169 847-839-1800 • www.amerisuites.com LA QUINTA INNS AND SUITES CHICAGO - HOFFMAN ESTATES 2280 Barrington Road Hoffman Estates, IL 60169 800-531-5900 • www.laquinta.com RED ROOF INN CHICAGO - HOFFMAN ESTATES 2500 Hassell Road Hoffman Estates, IL 60169 847-885-7877 • www.redroof.com 6 Banquets, Special Events & Conferences STONEGATE CONFERENCE AND BANQUET CENTRE 2401 W. Higgins Road Hoffman Estates, IL 60169 847-884-7000 www.thestonegate.com The Stonegate Conference and Banquet Centre is a premier center for business, and an elegant facility for weddings and other parties in the northwest suburbs. Stonegate has 17,000 square feet of attractive and flexible meeting space. The grand ballroom and breakout rooms are perfect for executive conferences, sales meetings, training sessions, business banquets, parties, presentations and trade shows. STEFANI’S at POPLAR CREEK COUNTRY CLUB 1400 Poplar Creek Drive Hoffman Estates, IL 60169 847-781-3681 • www.poplarcreekcc.com Whether you’re looking to reward dedicated employees, show customers that you value their loyalty, host an elegant bridesmaids’ brunch, a cozy baby shower luncheon or an extravagant holiday ball, Poplar Creek Country Club has a room and a menu to suit your needs. NORTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY HOFFMAN ESTATES 5555 Trillium Blvd. Hoffman Estates, IL 60192 847-645-3000, ext. 36 www.niuhoffmanestates.niu.edu Value-added meeting packages remove the guesswork from budgeting and streamline your planning process. Choose our complete day package for full-day meetings, or half-day package for morning Stonegate offers convenient features, such as an in-house audio/visual company with onsite technicians, high-speed Internet connections and individual climate control in each of its 10 meeting rooms. Conference managers assist clients with every detail of their event, including dayof execution that assures total satisfaction. The Stonegate Business Centre offers a full range of services that include copying, faxing, light word processing and printing needs. With its successful track record, the Stonegate Conference and Banquet Centre serves as a full-fledged community asset that services local, regional and national group needs. You can also have your next lecture, workshop or round-table discussion amid our peaceful, natural surroundings, which facilitate clear thinking and focused dialogue. Meeting equipment, including overhead projectors, slide projectors, projections screens and flipcharts, are available for your use, and our LCD projector accommodates your PowerPoint presentations. Our intimate banquet rooms accommodate groups of 30 to 270. and afternoon meetings. Call or e-mail for pricing information. Meeting Room Rental NIU Hoffman Estates can accommodate small to large group sizes in a variety of rooms, ranging from 300 to 3,000 square feet. We offer popular room configurations, including classroom style, U-shape and hollow square. Most meeting rooms are equipped with the latest audiovisual equipment. 7 visithoffman.com Attractions & Entertainment I N H O F FM A N E S TAT E S CONGO RIVER GOLF & EXPLORATION 1325 Barrington Road Hoffman Estates, IL 60169 847-843-1778 HOFFMAN LANES 80 W. Higgins Road Hoffman Estates, IL 60169 847-885-2500 www.amf.com/hoffmanlanes Sunday through Thursday 9 a.m. to midnight; Friday 9 a.m. to 1 a.m.; Saturday 9 a.m. to 2 a.m. Looking for late night or weekend bowling fun? Take your game to an unexplored new level with Xtreme Bowling – an adventure of lights, great music, wild bowling challenges and your favorite food and beverages. Register now for your league or club by calling the center or completing the new sign-up form. Our bowling centers can accommodate any birthday party, group event or just bring together a group for pure entertainment. Experience the fun of bowling at AMF ... where good friends meet good times! 8 Monday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Friday 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. $8.50 for 18 holes; $12.50 for 36 holes; free parking. The sizeable outdoor mini-golf center sports two 18-hole courses with a spirited African adventure theme, towering mountains, waterfalls, footbridges and caves. LASER QUEST 860 N. Roselle Road Hoffman Estates, IL 60169 847-839-0000 www.laserquest.com Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 2 p.m. to 9 p.m.; Friday 2 p.m. to 11 p.m.; Saturday noon to 11 p.m.; Sunday noon to 6 p.m. Laser Quest is live-action laser tag at its best! Whether you are 7 or 77, the experience is exhilarating and immersive ... with fun lurking around every corner. This is the ultimate in interactive entertainment! Call to schedule birthday parties, corporate group, team and social outings. PUTTING EDGE FUN CENTER 2535 Golf Road Hoffman Estates, IL 60169 847-885-1701 www.puttingedge.com Experience the excitement of 18 holes of indoor glow-in-the-dark miniature golf at its best! For a day or evening entertainment alternative, Putting Edge provides an active and safe environment for all ages! Host a birthday party, a team building event for the office or bring your youth or social group for an interactive group event. Take a break from reality. Live life, don’t watch it! Call or visit our Web site for hours of operation. POPLAR CREEK BOWL 2354 W. Higgins Road Hoffman Estates, IL 60169 847-310-9585 Poplar Creek Bowl is a bowling center where people of all ages can relax and have fun. We offer leagues to bowlers of all experience levels. We love birthday parties and group outings, whatever the occasion. Poplar Creek offers candlelight bowling too. • 24 lanes with automatic scoring • Video arcade • Pool tables • Pro shop • 100 percent smoke free Open bowling Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to midnight; Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 1 a.m.; Sunday, 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. 9 5333 Prairie Stone Parkway Hoffman Estates, IL 60192 847-649-2222 • www.searscentre.com 5225 Prairie Stone Parkway Hoffman Estates, IL 60192 847-645-0400 • www.cabelas.com Cabela’s, the World’s Foremost Outfitter of hunting, fishing and outdoor gear, opened in Hoffman Estates in October 2007 near I-90 and Route 59 in the Prairie Stone Business Park. This 185,000-square-foot retail showroom is an educational and entertainment attraction featuring a décor of museum-quality animal displays, huge aquariums and trophy animals interacting in realistic recreations of their natural habitats. As well as showcasing wildlife native to Illinois and North America, the Hoffman Estates store features a fascinating African diorama, including cape buffalo, white rhino, lion and other game, which educates adults and children alike through an accurate recreation depicting life on the African plain. The store’s vast, sunlit interior is punctuated by its centerpiece, a 26-foot-tall Conservation Mountain with a trout pond, running waterfalls, streams and even a beaver dam. The mountain’s ponds run on the same recycled filter system as Cabela’s aquariums. The mountain features dozens of wild game mounts in their distinct habitats, including sheep, mountain goats, mountain lion, caribou, antelope, coyote, American elk, wolverines, wolves, musk ox, mule deer and whitetail deer. Smaller North American animals include bobcat, fox, otter, beaver, muskrat, badger and a variety of grouse and quail. The twostory Conservation Mountain also sports an array of bears and moose from Alaska, the Yukon Territory, Wyoming and Canada. Cabela’s stores are also known for their huge walk-through aquariums. The Hoffman Estates store features an aquarium that is 16,000 gallons comprised of two separate tanks stocked with freshwater fish indigenous to the region. Information kiosks with interactive touch screens identify each species. 10 Add to that the features listed below, and you’ll know why visitors who come to the store are amazed and understand why Cabela’s is truly unique! • Boat showroom and maintenance shop • Indoor archery range where archers can test and fine tune their equipment • Full-service fly-fishing shop for all fly-casters, from novice to expert • Monthly fly-fishing clinics and tying techniques along with pro staff seminars • Shooting gallery providing fun along with the opportunity to learn basic skills in a safe environment • World-class gun library providing the opportunity to browse examples of the gunmaking art • Service department for firearms, archery equipment and fishing gear • Specialty furniture store, art gallery and country store with homemade fudge • Dog kennels so customers can let their animals out to exercise while they are enjoying the store • RV parking and dumping station • Horse corral to get them out of the trailers for some air and exercise while you visit the store • Two large conference rooms with catering available and educational center for school groups, seminars, conferences, conventions, birthday celebrations and any other occasion you can think of! • A deli-style restaurant located on the mezzanine with a grand view of Conservation Mountain and the store below, with a menu that includes wild game sandwiches, as well as tamer fare. For more information or to check dates and times for special events, visit www.cabelas.com or call 847-645-0400. The Sears Centre Arena is an 11,500-seat multi-purpose family entertainment, cultural and sports center. Seating capacity for the arena ranges from 3,000 to 6,000 for theater productions; 9,500 for hockey, arena football, lacrosse and soccer games; 10,000 for basketball; and 11,500 for “center stage” concerts. The Sears Centre Arena is situated within the Prairie Stone Business Park immediately north of I-90, west of Route 59. There are two convenient exits from the Tollway to easily access the arena – Illinois Route 59 and Beverly Road. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.searscentre.com. The arena has 43 luxury suites, 26 loge boxes and 1,000 club seats. The facility features a private club for the club seat area and two suite lounges on the private concourse. On-site parking accommodates 3,200 vehicles. Please visit the Web site of the teams listed below before planning an outing for your corporate or family group as game dates and times are subject to change. Chicago Shamrox Indoor Lacrosse Team 877-SHAMROX www.chicagoshamrox.com Chicago Storm Indoor Arena Soccer Team 866-STORM-81 www.chicagostorm.net Chicago Slaughter Professional Indoor Arena Football Team 847-310-3190 www.chicagoslaughter.com The Sears Centre Arena has welcomed top-name entertainers in concert, such as Billy Joel, Rod Stewart, George Strait & Taylor Swift, The Who, Bollywood and Carrie Underwood. Family favorites include Go Diego Go, Clifford the Big Red Dog and more. Exciting sporting events like Chicago Invitational Basketball Championships, HBO Boxing, Professional Championship Bullriders and Spirit Spectacular Cheerleading join the three arena sports teams that call the arena home – the Chicago Shamrox indoor lacrosse team, the Chicago Slaughter indoor arena football team and the Chicago Storm indoor soccer team. 11 visithoffman.com Dining 1st Place Sports Bar & Grill 1736 W. Algonquin Road 847-359-3333 7 days a week; 11 a.m. to 3 a.m. We have 12 plasma TVs to watch all your favorite Chicago teams! America’s Bar & Grill 2308 W. Higgins Road 847-882-8600 www.americasbarchicago.com Daily drink specials, amazing food, outdoor patio, DJ dancing until 3:30 a.m. karaoke, Wii, bags and plasma TVs! Amore Mio 1457 Palatine Road 847-358-5506 www.amoremioil.com Best Italian restaurant in the northwest suburbs. Specials change daily! Apple Villa Famous Pancake House & Restaurant 3101 N. Barrington Road 847-765-2000 www.applevillapancakes.com Relax in our warm and casual dining room with breakfast that is made to order FRESH, or with our gourmet lunch entrees. Asian Noodle House 844 N. Roselle Road 847-882-9650 Come and experience a variety of Asian noodles. I N H O F FM A N E S TAT E S The Assembly American Bar & Cafe 2570 Hassell Road 847-843-3993 www.assemblyrestaurant.net Award-winning ribs, burgers and wings. BBQ Hut Restaurant 1147 Roselle Road 847-882-9292 Bamboo Garden 1004 W. Golf Road 847-885-3777 Burger King 50 E. Higgins Road 847-843-3399 2360 Higgins Road 847-884-9220 CJ’s Hot Dogs and Gyros 711 W. Golf Road 847-882-8414 Caribou Coffee 1183 N. Roselle Road 847-755-1074 cariboucoffee.com Bistro Wasabi 1578 W. Algonquin Road 847-202-1577 Brown’s Chicken & Pasta 1059 W. Golf Road 847-519-9158 Buffalo Wild Wings 2540 N. Sutton Road 847-645-0333 Buona Beef Restaurant & Catering 2352 W. Higgins Road 847-490-4449 2716 N. Sutton Road 847-645-0877 cariboucoffee.com Discover the distinctly different taste of Caribou Coffee. Life is short. Stay awake for it. Chili’s Grill & Bar 2220 Barrington Road 847-490-9988 Dairy Queen 1570 W. Algonquin Road 847-221-5896 Enjoy Dairy Queen soft serve cones, shakes, sundaes and blizzards! Also, hot dogs and BBQ beef. Special occasion cakes available. Denny’s Restaurant 1175 Roselle Road 847-885-1969 Domino’s Pizza 1049 W. Golf Road 847-519-0411 Dover Straits 1149 W. Golf Road 847-884-3900 www.doverstraits.com Known for seafood; Dover sole, salmon, halibut and swordfish are fresh fish specials; crab legs, lobster and cioppini are specialty dishes. Live entertainment on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays. Dunkin’ Donuts/ Baskin-Robbins 1165 N. Barrington Road 847-490-3540 China Wok 1449 Palatine Road 847-991-8940 Far West Night Club 1001 N. Roselle Road 847-885-7030 Claim Jumper Restaurant 2610 Sutton Road 847-645-6400 Franko’s 704 W. Higgins Road 847-882-8171 Frullati Cafe at Prairie Stone Fitness Center 5050 Sedge Blvd. Prairie Stone Fitness Building 847-285-5400 Garibaldi’s, Inc. 2318 W. Higgins Road 847-885-9690 Golden Chopstick 2336 W. Higgins Road 847-843-2336 Presenting famous Chinese homemade noodles every day! Hot Dog Express 1045 N. Roselle Road 847-843-0388 Ho-Luck Chinese Restaurant 2 Golf Center 847-882-4260 Authentic Chinese cuisine; daily specials. Carry out or dine-in. Large selection. Hot Wok Village 2557 W. Golf Road 847-839-8880 Hunan Beijing 3051 N. Barrington Road 847-765-7888 www.hunanbeijing.com Authentic Chinese cuisine; daily lunch special served 7 days a week. IHOP 2250 Barrington Road 847-885-9508 Jake’s Pizza & Bar 1726 Algonquin Road 847-934-8400 Jersey’s Pizza and Grill 2360 Lakewood Blvd. 847-765-0085 www.jerseyspizzaandgrill.com Jimmy John’s 3011 N. Barrington Road 847-898-0780 4593 W. Higgins Road 847-645-9556 Freaky fast! Gourmet sandwiches! Delivery is available. Jockey Wok ‘n Rolls Restaurant 1017 N. Roselle Road 847-885-0888 KFC 1030 N. Roselle Road 847-885-7478 La Strada Ristorante 2380 Lakewood Blvd. 847-765-1700 www.lastradaristorante.com Featuring Italian cuisine with sandwiches, pizzas, salads, homemade lasagna and pastas, prime steaks, lamb and veal chops, fish and fine seafood. Excellent wines and beer selections. Lily Garden 1752 W. Algonquin Road 847-202-8048 Dining continued on pg. 14 12 13 visithoffman.com Dining Little Caesars 1648 W. Algonquin Road 847-705-1313 Los Fernandez 1305 Barrington Road 847-882-2900 Los Martinez Mexican Cuisine 1624 W. Algonquin Road 847-963-0290 McDonald’s 2250 W. Higgins Road 847-843-0380 2580 W. Golf Road 847-882-0943 Max & Erma’s 2475 W. Higgins Road 847-885-8811 Mi Jeneral 4 Golf Center 847-252-7071 Karaoke on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. San Korean Restaurant 1063 N. Roselle Road 847-781-8010 fashioned hand-dipped milk shakes, chili, home-style soups, fresh salads, a variety of desserts and breakfast! Thai House, Inc. 1041 Roselle Road 847-519-9322 Sarpino’s Pizzeria 870 N. Roselle Road 847-252-7777 www.sarpinos-usa.com We have a large selection of gourmet and specialty pizzas. Free, fast delivery, no minimum order required, open from 10 a.m. to 3 a.m.; you can now order online! Subway Sandwiches & Salads 2634 N. Sutton Road 847-645-0300 Tilted Kilt adjacent to the Sears Centre Arena www.tiltedkilt.com A cold beer never looked so good! It’s especially true when that cold beer is delivered to your table by a Tilted Kilt girl! expected to open Spring 2009, I N H O F FM A N E S TAT E S Neighborhood Inn 2322 Hassell Road 847-848-8048 www.neighborhoodinn.com Karaoke on Thursday, Friday and Saturday. $3.95 food specials daily; $2 beer specials Sunday through Thursday. Nippon-Kan Japanese Restaurant 1625 Ardwick Drive 847-843-8130 Oberweis Dairy 1405 Palatine Road 847-776-1987 Official’s Time Out Sports Bar & Grill 2354 W. Higgins Road 847-310-3227 Panda Express 4585 W. Higgins Road 847-645-9886 Papa John’s Pizza 1029 N. Roselle Road 847-843-7272 www.papajohns.com Moon Garden Restaurant 717 W. Golf Road 847-882-8533 Paradise Restaurant 721 W. Golf Road 847-755-9966 Quiznos 3041 N. Barrington Road 847-765-0204 Red Robin 2742 N. Sutton Road 847-645-1455 Red Robin serves high-quality gourmet burgers, appetizers, entrees, salads and beverages in a family-friendly atmosphere. Romano’s Macaroni Grill 2575 W. Higgins Road 847-882-6676 14 1169 N. Barrington Road 847-882-8590 3021 N. Barrington Road 847-898-1555 Sir Nick’s Pizza 1441 Palatine Road 847-202-5555 Good food, pizzas, pastas, ribs, fried chicken, salads and side orders. 1411 Palatine Road 847-963-1870 TGI Friday’s 1795 Barrington Road 847-843-9930 Sofi’s Italian Beef 1750 W. Algonquin Road Hoffman Estates, IL 60192 847-359-7069 Hot dogs, gyros, beef, Chicago-style. Richie’s Café Clemenza 1766 W. Algonquin Road 847-358-3391 River City Grille 4800 Hoffman Blvd. 847-645-9500 Located in the Chicago Marriott Northwest. For starters, try our great soups, spicy rock shrimp or crab cakes, and fresh hearty salads. Entrees include seafood, chicken, steaks, pasta and more. Enjoy a cocktail or bottle of wine. Banquets, weddings or corporate events, call for information. 1620 W. Algonquin Road 847-934-9989 Steak ‘n Shake 1825 Barrington Road 224-293-4012 www.steaknshake.com Steak ‘n Shake is a full-service, casual dining restaurant serving its famous STEAKBURGER™ sandwiches, thin and crispy French fries, old Tuscany on the Green at Poplar Creek Country Club 1400 Poplar Creek Drive 847-781-3664 www.poplarcreekcc.com Bar and grill overlooking golf course offers sandwiches, salads, pizza and daily specials White Castle 1100 Golf Road 847-882-3891 Taste of Thai 1029-31 W. Golf Road 847-490-9994 www.tasteofthaionline.com We are #1 in town with the Fine Thai Cuisine Award 2007. Recommended by Chicago Tribune and Jangle (Japanese) newspapers. Zippy’s 830 N. Roselle Road 847-885-9797 www.zippysrestaurants.com Zippy’s pizza, home of the cheezy beef! Restaurant Key: Handicap Accessible Free Parking Non-Smoking Breakfast Valet Parking 18 $-Average $10 & Under Lunch Reservations Suggested 19 $$-Average $11 to $20 Dinner Outdoor Seating 20 $$$-Average $21 to $30 Sunday Brunch Carry Out 21 $$$$-Average $31 and Above Catering Live Entertainment Private Dining/Banquet Wireless Internet Free 15 visithoffman.com hoffmanestates.org SPRING SPECTACULARS Four Seasons OF FUN! VISITOR GUIDE SEASONAL CALENDAR: The Village of Hoffman Estates plays host to several events annually that are great fun for visitors, families, corporate gatherings or that getaway without going away. Why not book a room at one of our many fine hotels? Enjoy some quality time together with an unforgettable experience! Chicago Storm home games offer nonstop, action-packed entertainment. For more information, contact the Chicago Storm front office at 866-STORM-81, or visit www.chicagostorm.net. WINTER WANDERINGS In January, when the snow is falling, we’re outside enjoying cross-country skiing through the forest preserves and sledding through our Park District’s many outdoor facilities. If you’re looking for activities inside to get your blood stirring, call the Sears Centre Arena and see which indoor team has a game date that suits your needs! SUPER BOWL CHAMPS JOIN SLAUGHTER! From December through June, enjoy the pulse-pounding action of the Chicago Slaughter professional indoor football team. Chicago Slaughter Head Coach, Steve “Mongo” McMichael, achieved legendary status in Chicago based on his play as a member of the 1985 Chicago Bear’s Super Bowl winning team. In 2008, the Chicago Slaughter added six NFL greats to the Slaughter Coaching Advisory Board and Broadcasting team: 1985 Super Bowl champions Jim McMahon, Otis Wilson and Emery Moorehead, along with Chicago Bear’s great Mickey Pruitt; 1996 Green Bay Packers Super Bowl champ Ron Cox; and former New York Giants Kent Graham. With this stellar lineup of coaches, the Chicago Slaughter look forward to an exciting 2009 season. The Chicago Slaughter is part of the Continental Indoor Football League (CIFL). For more information, contact the Chicago Slaughter front office at 847-310-3190, or visit www.chicagoslaughter.com SHAMROX ROX! That’s the chant that fills the Sears Centre Arena from January through April as the Chicago Shamrox indoor lacrosse team takes the field. Part of the National Lacrosse League (NLL), the Chicago Shamrox play their home games at the Sears Centre Arena. Sports Illustrated magazine has tagged lacrosse as the fastest-growing sport in America. For more information, contact the Chicago Shamrox front office at 877-SHAMROX, or visit www.chicagoshamrox.com. STORM CHASERS AND STRIKER hit Hoffman Estates! That’s the fabulous dance squad and mascot of the Chicago Storm indoor arena soccer team. From October through April, you can enjoy the fast-paced sport of indoor soccer at the Sears Centre Arena. The team is part of the Major Indoor Soccer League (MISL). 16 In April, the Village of Hoffman Estates encourages everyone to join them as they host the Heartland International Tattoo, the only musical Tattoo of its kind in the Midwest. What is a Tattoo? The Tattoo, a signal sounded on a drum or bugle, was used to summon soldiers or sailors to their quarters at night. That began the tradition of today’s Tattoo, which is a celebration of international music and dance honoring cultures from around the world. The Tattoo will dazzle spectators with more than 250 musicians, singers and entertainers that include both military and civilian brass bands, drum corps, wind bands, bagpipe bands, drill teams, flag corps and an array of dancers. The Tattoo will kick off with a parade celebrating “Tartan Day,” which is a rich brocade comprised of a thread from every nation represented in the vast cultural diversity of Hoffman Estates. For more information and to view a listing of the activities surrounding this celebration, visit www.heartlandtattoo.org. The Hoffman Estates Chamber of Commerce joins with the Hoffman Estates Park District and businesses throughout the region to host the largest Fishing Derby in Illinois on the first weekend in June. Held at South Ridge and Westbury Lakes at Freeman Road and Mumford Drive on the north side of the Village, this annual event features food and beverages, music, activities and tagged fish that bring prizes to all who participate. For more information, visit www.hechamber.com. SUMMERTIME SWINGS Mid-June through August, bring a blanket and picnic to the outdoor amphitheater at the Village Green in Prairie Stone Business Park, and enjoy the Thursday evening Arts Commission Summer Concert Series. All concerts are free of charge and begin at 7 p.m. For more information, visit www.hoffmanestatesarts.com. Party in the Park is a summer celebration hosted by the Hoffman Estates Park District every August. Held outside in one of the lush, green recreational parks our Village enjoys, Party in the Park features games, a climbing rock wall, food, music and fun! For more information, visit www.heparks.org, or call 847-885-7500. Summer in Hoffman Estates brings visitors who want to enjoy the home-grown feel of a Fourth of July celebration. This festival features an Arts and Crafts Fair with craftsmen from across the country showcasing their unique creations.The Village Hall is the site that hosts this carnival extravaganza, and includes rides and games for all ages with musical acts performing daily. Everyone turns out in their red, white and blue best to be a part of the Fourth of July Parade that winds down Hassell Road in the center of the Village. We cap it off with spectacular fireworks that are not to be missed! Detailed festival information is available at www.hoffmanestates.org. The sun is shining and that’s all the encouragement you’ll need to get outside and join the three-day Hoffman Estates Get Fit America Sports Festival. Each day, we’ll challenge athletes of every skill level to walk, run, bicycle or join in the nation’s third largest inline skating marathon with competitive events, expo and festival. To join the events or for more detailed information, visit www.chicagolandinlinemarathon.com. 17 FALL FESTIVITIES Taking a drive through the Village of Hoffman Estates in the fall is not to be missed. With over 4,000 acres of forest preserves, you can walk, run, fish, bike or skate through the beauty of open spaces ablaze with the changing colors of the fall season. In September, we celebrate our German roots with an authentic Platzkonzert. Experience the sounds, tastes and dancing sensations of the German heritage at the Village Green amphitheater in Prairie Stone Business Park in the Entertainment District on the west side of the Village. For more information, visit www.hoffmanestatesarts.com. In November, join us as we gather at the Village Hall to celebrate the season with the official Friendship Tree-Lighting Ceremony. This annual event features entertainment, refreshments and a special visitor for the children. If you’re away from home and want a touch of days gone by, join us for this heartwarming celebration. For information, visit www.hoffmanestates.org, or call 847-781-2606. It wouldn’t be December if we didn’t have the annual Teddy Bear Holiday Tea! Sponsored by the Historical Sites Commission, the Sunderlage Farmhouse is decorated for Christmas, and the tree is trimmed with teddy bears! Children and their parents enjoy this annual tradition where a certain “special visitor” always makes an appearance! For more information, visit www.hoffmanestates.org, or call 847-781-2606. visithoffman.com Recreation & Sports HILLDALE GOLF CLUB 1625 Ardwick Drive Hoffman Estates, IL 60169 847-310-1100 www.hilldalegolf.com Make our Robert Trent Jones, Sr., course your first choice for an outing, and you’ll be number one with your group! Hilldale is known for its great conditions, most challenging course with “the best greens in the burbs.” POPLAR CREEK GOLF COURSE HOFFMAN ESTATES PARK DISTRICT 1400 Poplar Creek Drive Hoffman Estates, IL 60169 847-781-3681 www.poplarcreekcc.com The 18-hole course at the Poplar Creek Country Club facility in Hoffman Estates features 6,108 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 70. The course rating is 70.2, and has a slope rating of 126 on Bluegrass. Designed by Ken Killian, ASGCA/ Richard P. Nugent, ASGCA, the Poplar Creek Golf Course opened in 1976. HIGHLAND WOODS GOLF COURSE 2775 Ela Road Hoffman Estates, IL 60192 847-359-5850, ext. 3 www.forestpreservegolf.com Highland Woods Golf Course, located in the Paul Douglas Preserves in Hoffman Estates, features 6,995 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 18 72. The course rating is 72.1, and has a slope rating of 120 on Bluegrass. Designed by William J. Spear, ASGCA, the Highland Woods Golf Course opened in 1976. SEASCAPE AQUATIC CENTER HOFFMAN ESTATES PARK DISTRICT 1300 Moon Lake Blvd. Hoffman Estates, IL 60169 847-310-3626 www.heparks.org The coolest place in town! Summer hours: June 7 through Aug. 17 daily 11:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.; July 4, 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. The pool closes Tuesdays at 6 p.m. for swim lessons. We have something for every member of the family. From digging in the sand and splashing in the pool, to plunging down from any of our four water slides, being active has never been so much fun! Call or visit our Web site for more information. GRAND SPORTS ARENA 2350 Hassell Road Hoffman Estates, IL 60169 847-884-0919 www.grandsportsarena.com Grand Sports Arena features two indoor soccer fields, a ball hockey field, an airconditioned bar/lounge, a concession stand and a video game area. We offer indoor soccer leagues for all ages and floor hockey leagues for men. PRAIRIE STONE™ SPORTS & WELLNESS CENTER HOFFMAN ESTATES PARK DISTRICT 5050 Sedge Blvd. Hoffman Estates, IL 60192 847-285-5400 www.prairiestonesports.com Achieve your wellness goals! Covering over 100,000 square feet, we have everything you need to successfully achieve your fitness goals. In addition, our educated and professional staff is always on hand to assist you. Join and you will see why so many members enjoy coming to our state-of-the-art fitness facility! Personal training, tennis courts and track, pilates, yoga, aerobics, spinning, parties and rentals! Call us or visit our Web site for more information. WILLOW RECREATION CENTER HOFFMAN ESTATES PARK DISTRICT 3600 Lexington Drive (at Algonquin Road) Hoffman Estates, IL 60192 847-285-5440 www.heparks.org Willow Recreation Center offers raquetball, volleyball and wallyball courts. The Willow Skate Park is an 11,000-square-foot park featuring platforms and ramps – helmets are mandatory. The fitness center offers equipment for your workout needs, and the game room features pool tables, ping-pong tables and more! There's even a fenced-in park for your dog to enjoy! COMMUNITY CENTER AND ICE ARENA HOFFMAN ESTATES PARK DISTRICT 1685 W. Higgins Road Hoffman Estates, IL 60169 847-885-7500 www.heparks.org This facility offers a wide range of activities for skaters of all skill levels, ages and interests. This beautiful yearround facility features two NHL-size ice surfaces, men’s and women’s locker rooms, party/community rooms, a dance studio, and fitness center. From public skating opportunities, figure skating, ice hockey lessons, broomball and hockey leagues, this ice arena gives everyone a chance to have fun on the ice! The ice arena is available for private rental. Call 847-781-3632 PUBLIC SKATE HOFFMAN ESTATES PARK DISTRICT Skates are available for rent at the ice arena; public skating hours are available daily. Don’t forget that the ice arena may be a chilly 50 degrees on any given day, so gloves, helmets, hats, long pants and sleeves are recommended (preferably not jeans). Please check the ice arena Web site for available times and affordable rates. 19 visithoffman.com Parks & Recreation The Hoffman Estates Park District has created parks for your enjoyment throughout the Village. Visit heparks.org and click on “Parks Map” to see a complete listing. Each listing shows exactly what equipment and facilities are available at each unique location. Should you need a picnic grove with playground equipment for your group gathering, the Park District Web site will help you find the perfect spot! You can rent picnic grove facilities by calling 847-885-7500. Hoffman Estates Park District 1685 W. Higgins Road Hoffman Estates, IL 60169 847-885-7500 • www.heparks.org 20 South Barrington Park District 3 Tennis Club Lane South Barrington, IL 60010 847-381-7515 • www.sbpd.net WILLOW DOG PARK 3600 Lexington Drive Hoffman Estates, IL 60192 847-285-5440 8:00 a.m. to sunset Willow Dog Park features a half acre of open space for dogs to run or train with a five-foot fence, and special entrance holding area along with tables for owners to sit and socialize. Day passes or annual memberships can be purchased. Dog owners are required to fill out an application and waiver, sign off on the rules and regulations of the park and provide certification of their dog’s up-to-date vaccinations. GROVE RENTAL Picnicking is the most popular use of the preserves. From quiet family gatherings to large group outings, District picnic areas are an invitation to enjoy the outdoors. Each picnic area provides parking, port-olets, picnic tables, trash receptacles and a meadow for play. Many areas have picnic shelters. Groups of 25 or more must have a picnic permit. Reservations and picnic permits may only be obtained from the District’s Web site, in person at www.fpdcc.com or at the District’s headquarters located at 536 N. Harlem Ave., River Forest, IL 60305, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m.to 4 p.m. WALKING TRAILS AND BIKE PATHS The Forest Preserve District of Cook County serves the Village of Hoffman Estates, and has three major forest preserves locally with walking trails and bike paths. Go to www.fpdcc.com to find the location of the Shoe Factory Road Woods, Poplar Creek or Paul Douglas Preserves that are located within Hoffman Estates. MODEL AIRPLANES All trails are open for hiking, jogging, dog walking and cross-country skiing (with suitable snow cover). Skiing is not permitted on golf courses. Dogs must be leashed. Enjoy bicycling on numerous paved and unpaved trails. Please note that some trails are closed to bicycles. Inline skating is permitted on paved trails. Swimming is prohibited in District lakes and ponds. PENNY RD. ALG ONG UIN RD. PAUL DOUGLAS PRESERVE ★ 90 ★ POPLAR SHOE FACTORY RD. ★ SHOE FACTORY ROAD WOODS CREEK (PAVED) HIGGIN S RD. GOLF RD. POPLAR CREEK (UNPAVED) Are you looking for a short break or an all-day adventure? There’s a trail for you in the forest preserves! Stress relief and The Poplar Creek Division of the Forest Preserve District of Cook County has been designated as a “Model Airplane Flying Field.” This area is available for the flying of all types of model aircraft by any and all individuals on a first-come, firstserved basis. Applications for organizations/ clubs or single occasion exclusive use may be obtained from the Department of Recreation. Such requests will be granted only in the case of a contest or similar demonstration. The Poplar Creek Division is located on the south side of Shoe Factory Road, one mile east of Bartlett Road. Call 847-798-4668 for more information. ★ BODE RD. OLD SCHAUMBURG RD. Cook County Forest Preserve paths and trails in Hoffman Estates 21 SCHAUMBURG RD. ROSELLE RD. Prairie Stone™ Sports & Wellness Center 5050 Sedge Blvd. 847-285-5400 • www.prairiestonesports.com Palatine Park District 250 Wood St. Palatine, IL 60067 847-991-0333 • www.palatineparkdistrict.com Preserves are open sunrise to sunset, 365 days a year. Call 800-870-3666 for more information. Reservations can only be made on our Web site; call with any questions or for confirmations. Visit www.fpdcc.com for more information. Ice fishing is permitted on designated lakes and ponds. Check the Web site or call for a list of designated waters each winter. BARRINGTON RD. Seascape Aquatic Center 1300 Moon Lake Blvd. 847-310-3626 • www.heparks.org Additional facilities you may also enjoy: Follow miles of trails into diverse habitats, watch birds, fish, boat or paddle through rivers. Volunteer to keep our habitats healthy for wildlife ... or simply relax and enjoy the serenity of the natural environment. healthy exercise are at your doorstep on miles of trails that meander along streams, forests and meadows to reveal the wonders of nature. Fresh air and exercise are only a few steps away. BARTLETT RD. Community Center and Ice Arena 1685 W. Higgins Road 847-885-7500 • www.heparks.org Willow Recreation Center 3600 Lexington Dr. 847-285-5440 • www.heparks.org Visit the Forest Preserve District of Cook County, the largest urban conservation preserve system in the nation, and discover the amazing natural world just beyond your doorstep. NEW SUTTON RD. Below is a list of some of the excellent facilities you may enjoy throughout the Hoffman Estates Park District: Poplar Creek Golf Course 1400 Poplar Creek Drive 847-884-0219 • www.poplarcreekcc.com Forest Preserves visithoffman.com Area Attractions AMC South Barrington 30 175 Studio Drive South Barrington, IL 60010 847-765-7AMC www.fandango.com The Arboretum of South Barrington 100 W. Higgins Road South Barrington, IL 60010 847-714-1780 www.shopthearboretumsb.com Arlington Park Racetrack 2200 W. Euclid Road Arlington Heights, IL 60006 847-385-7500 www.arlingtonpark.com Brookfield Zoo 3300 Golf Road Brookfield, IL 60513 708-688-8000 www.bookfieldzoo.org Goebbert’s Farm & Garden Center 40 W. Higgins Road South Barrington, IL 60010 847-428-6727 www.pumpkinfarms.com Grand Victoria Casino Boat 250 S. Grove Ave. Elgin, IL 60120 847-468-7000 www.grandvictoria-elgin.com 22 Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament 2001 N. Roselle Road Schaumburg, IL 60195 888-WE-JOUST www.medievaltimes.com Millrose Restaurant and Brewing Company 45 S. Barrington Road South Barrington, IL 60010 847-382-ROSE www.millroserestaurant.com Pinstripes Bowling & Bocce 100 W. Higgins Road South Barrington, IL 60010 847-844-9300 www.pinstripes.com Prime Outlets Huntley Mall 11800 Factory Shops Blvd. Huntley, IL 60142 888-545-7222 www.primeoutlets.com Village Roadshow Gold Class Cinemas 100 W. Higgins Road South Barrington, IL 60010 www.goldclasscinemas.com Woodfield Mall 5 Woodfield Mall Schaumburg, IL 60173 847-330-1537 www.shopwoodfield.com Economic Development As a visitor to Hoffman Estates, you may not know much about our community and its economic vitality. The Village is home to an international array of corporate giants. Sears Holdings Corporation has its International Merchandising Headquarters here. Siemens Medical Solutions has their nuclear medicine training center and their medical product manufacturing and export division. AT&T has their Midwest Headquarters and Training Institute, and GE Capital Services, ADP and Career Education have significant presences. The Swiss company, Givaudan, and the German company, Bosch-Rexroth, have Hoffman Estates operations in the world-class Prairie Stone Business Park that consists of 780 acres, and accommodates over 10,000 workers. There is a strong Japanese presence with FANUC America, which has its North American headquarters here, and two new companies building North American headquarters in 2009 – Mori Seiki and Big Kaiser. Covering more than 20 acres, the rapidly-expanding Alexian Brothers Healthcare Campus in Hoffman Estates handles more than 80,000 patients annually through its inpatient and outpatient facilities – the St. Alexius Medical Center, the Alexian Brothers Behavioral Health Hospital and three medical office buildings, all served by 2,000 employees and 1,100 doctors. Why did these companies locate here? It is due to a skilled and available workforce, major highway and interstate access, great schools, and a unique quality of life for workers with miles of open forest preserves, parks, restaurants and entertainment venues. Add to that a diligent Village staff of seasoned experts in Development Services that make it easy for you to build or do business in Hoffman Estates, and you will see why this community has become the first choice location for business growth. There is land available for new construction and locations that are move-in ready. Bring your retail or commercial business into a dynamic community that takes your business as seriously as you do. For more information, contact Gary Skoog, Director of Economic Development, at 847-781-2662, or visit www.hoffmanestates.org/ed. 23 visithoffman.com Additional Information Transportation The Village of Hoffman Estates, conveniently located along the Jane Addams Memorial Tollway (I-90), is just a short commute from the city of Chicago. The Village is a suburb of Chicago, and is a part of the Chicago Metropolitan Statistical Area. Village Hall 1900 Hassell Road Hoffman Estates, IL 60169 847-882-9100 12 Algonquin Northbrook Arlington Heights ROADWAYS Hoffman Estates enjoys access to all major regional roadways, including the Jane Addams Memorial Tollway (I-90), as well as state routes 58 (Golf Road), 59 (Sutton Road), 62 (Algonquin Road), 68 (Roselle Road) and 72 (Higgins Road). Glenview 53 Barrington 294 Hoffman Estates • • • • • Des Plaines Mount Prospect 20 O’Hare International Airport 90 St. Charles Elmhurst 94 64 Wheaton CHICAGO 290 Oakbrook O’Hare International Airport (14 mi.) Chicago Midway International Airport (35 mi.) Schaumburg Regional Airport (5 mi.) DuPage Regional Airport (12 mi.) Chicago Executive Airport (15 mi.) RAIL TRAVEL Metra rail stations are located nearby on Springinsguth Road (Schaumburg) and Northwest Highway (Palatine). 94 Schaumburg 290 AIR TRAVEL The Village of Hoffman Estates is in close proximity to several major airports. Local and airport transportation: Police Department Bruce C. Lind Complex 1200 Gannon Drive Hoffman Estates, IL 60169 Emergency: 9-1-1 847-882-1818 14 38 St. Alexius Medical Center 1555 Barrington Road Hoffman Estates, IL 60169 847-843-2000 Downers Grove 88 Naperville Orland Park 55 90 355 94 57 Fire Department Administration 1900 Hassell Road Hoffman Estates, IL 60169 Emergency: 9-1-1 847-843-4825 Schaumburg Township District Library 130 S Roselle Road Schaumburg, IL 60193 847-985-4000 www.stdl.org Best business library in Illinois! Schaumburg Township District Library 1550 Hassell Road (local branch) Hoffman Estates, IL 60169 847-885-3511 www.stdl.org Emergency Dental Services: Dr. Michael Lovda, DDS 1644 W. Algonquin Road Hoffman Estates, IL 60192 847-991-0790 www.drlovda.com S.A.L. Travel Sea, Air & Land Travel, Inc. 1708 W. Algonquin Road Hoffman Estates, IL 60192 847-991-2500 888-SAL-TRVL (725-8785) www.saltravel.net Award winning, full-service travel agency specializing in creating custom tours, cruise packages, family vacations and corporate retreats. Travelex International, Inc. 2061 N. Barrington Road Hoffman Estates, IL 60169 847-882-0400 – inside Illinois 800-882-0499 – outside Illinois www.travelexonline.com Virtuoso Member, specializing in corporate travel programs, leisure travel, cruises, escorted group tours, international tours, wine tours, and safari programs. One-stop wedding event planners assisting with destination weddings or unforgettable experiences locally. 94 *** The rings on the map denote 5-minute driving intervals Additional information can be found on the Village’s Web site, www.hoffmanestates.org/transportation. 303 Taxi, Inc. 847-303-0303 Visit www.303taxi.com for more information. WATER TRAVEL Chicago Watercraft Charter and Lease Shares 773-791-7311 • www.chicagowatercraft.com Located at River City Marina, Chicago’s most exclusive downtown private marina. You can cruise Chicago’s gorgeous lakefront and river, enjoying the city’s romantic skyline, weekly fireworks, concerts and lakefront events. American Taxi Dispatch 800-244-1177 847-255-9600 from O’Hare or Midway for pickup 847-253-4411 from northwest suburbs Visit www.americantaxi.com for more information. Chicagoland Transportation Solutions, Inc. 847-781-8811 A full ground transportation management company that offers a wide variety of services; logistical planning, convention or event shuttles, airport programs – meet & greets, VIP transportation and social event charters. CTS offers sedans, limousines, vans, minicoaches, motorcoaches, trolleys and specialty vehicles. Visit www.chicagotransportsolutions.com for more information. TAXIS, LIMOS AND CABS All-Star Transportation 888-533-4240 from O’Hare or Midway for pickup 847-658-1555 from northwest suburbs All-Star offers flat rate quotes from both airports and downtown to Hoffman Estates with cabs, town cars, and seven and 14 passenger vehicles. Visit www.allstarcab.com for more information. 24 Additional Business Services: Minuteman Press 1037 W. Golf Road Hoffman Estates, IL 60169 847-839-9600 • fax 847-839-9601 www.he.minutemanpress.com Plum Grove Printers 2160 Stonington Ave. Hoffman Estates, IL 60169 847-882-4020 • fax 847-882-9168 www.plumgroveprinters.com OfficeMax 2570 Sutton Road Hoffman Estates, IL 60192 847-546-9076 [email protected] – to send your print jobs direct to the store. www.officemax.com, enter “Hoffman Estates” Administrative Support: Admin & Beyond, LLC 630-883-4691 MitCor Business Support Services 847-490-1504 25