Just because summer is coming to an end doesn’t mean the fun has to stop! In fact, it’s on a roll! Residents of our Wheaton apartments still have so much to look forward to this fall, especially with lots of entertaining and family-friendly festivals happening nearby. Here are some fantastic events happening just a short drive from Wheaton 121. Cantigny Fall Festival When: Saturday, October 12th, 10 am to 4 pm Where: Cantigny Park, 1 S, 151 Winfield Rd, Wheaton, IL 60189 Details: Happening less than 10 minutes from our Wheaton apartments is the Cantigny Fall Festival. Celebrate Mother Nature during the season of changing colors at this autumn-centric event that is fun for family members of every age. The festival boasts over 50 vendors, plant and pumpkin sales, live music, a petting zoo, hayrides, and lots more. And when it’s time to grab a bite, head to Bertie’s Bistro inside the visitor’s center for delicious fall flavors. Tickets/Admission: Parking $5 per car. Learn more here. Fall Family Fest When: Saturday, September 10th, 9 am to 2 pm Where: VFW Post 2164 – Veterans of Foreign Wars, 0N731 Papworth St, Wheaton, IL 60187 Details: Another amazing family-friendly festival […]
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Grab a friend to help carry your shopping bags at the Woodfield Mall near our Arlington Heights Apartments
Head just 10-minutes south from Stonebridge of Arlington Heights and you’ll reach one of Chicago’s premier shopping destinations—Woodfield Mall. Known as one of the largest malls in the United States, this shopping mecca boasts over 2 million square feet of retail space, restaurants, family amenities, and more. No matter how many times you visit, you’re sure to find something new. A destination for locals and tourists alike, Woodfield Mall has close to nearly 300 shops, specialty stores, and restaurants for you to explore. Visitors will find some of their favorite global and national brands as well as smaller, local and regional names. Crowd favorites include Nordstrom, Macy’s, Apple, MAC Cosmetics, Fabletics, JCPenney, Pandora, lululemon, Armani Exchange, and many others. For a full directory of stores, visit Woodfield Mall’s website. The shopping center offers what nearly feels like endless options of food. Not only are there 8 sit-down dining options, but the mall also features a world-class Dining Pavillion with fast and healthy eateries. Enjoy a drink and dinner at P.F. Changs, The Cheesecake Factory, Texas de Brazil, or Red Robin. Or opt for something quicker at Chipotle, Pho Café, Subway, or Starbucks. There’s something for whatever you’re craving! While shopping […]
Excellent Chicago entertainment options near our Arlington Heights Apartments
Life is about balance. After a hard day or week at work or dealing with school, you deserve to reward yourself. Whether it’s some cocktails and live music or virtual reality games and themed dinners, entertainment is easy to come by when you live at Stonebridge of Arlington Heights! Treat yourself, your family, and your friends out to a fun-filled Saturday or random weeknight out at some of these awesome entertainment options nearby. You’ll never have an excuse for boredom. HOME (House of Music and Entertainment) Bar Chicago Owned and operated by long-time, local residents, HOME is a lounge-meets-sports bar that hosts live entertainment, just over 2 miles from our Northwest Chicago apartments. In addition to music, trivia, and karaoke, HOME is also serving up a chef-driven menu with elevated bar items like brisket chili nachos, chicken sliders, and burgers along with salads, pasta, and more. As for beverages, wash it down with a handcrafted cocktail or one of the many beers on draft. Make reservations, view the event calendar, and browse the menu at HOME’s website. Pac-Man Entertainment Friends and family of all ages will love spending the day at Pac-Man Entertainment. Located in the Woodfield Mall, a quick […]
The top places for fun near our Chicago apartments
When you’re looking for a place to live with kids in tow, the surrounding area of your new home becomes even more important. Our apartments in Chicago are great places to raise a family. From our sunny and spacious floor plans, to our resort-style swimming pool, to our rolling lawns, our apartments in Chicago offer a peaceful place to raise your family. But what about those days when you want to get away from your peaceful apartment and go have some family-friendly fun? In the city of Naperville, there are plenty of options for kids to learn, explore, and play. The DuPage Children’s Museum: Where Kids Can Explore on their Own Terms More and more early childhood educators are lauding the benefits of play when it comes to learning. Here at the DuPage Children’s Museum, kids can do just that. By exploring fascinating surroundings with their own hands, kids can learn about cause and effect, art, basic science, engineering, and math… all by having fun. According to their website, “DCM is committed to developing original exhibits to encourage self-directed exploration. There is no one way to play. Each exhibit is designed to be open-ended with multiple outcomes.” Here at DuPage […]
The best places to shop near our luxury apartments in Chicago, IL
Whenever you move to a new place, it’s important to acquaint yourself with your surroundings – find the closest place to grab a drink, local restaurants, and, of course, the best places to shop. At our Chicago apartments, we’ve got you covered with the best places to shop just minutes from your new front door. Naperville Crossings: Your One-Stop Shop for Entertainment and Quick Eats Conveniently located within 30 minutes of out Wheaton 121 apartments is Naperville Crossings. Filled with various shops, salons, and spas, its great for running those quick errands or enjoying a relaxing spa day. Go out with the family and watch the latest blockbuster at AMC Naperville 16 or grab some friends and paint some pottery to bring home at Color Me Mine. In fact, kids love Color Me Mine. Pick out a ceramic of any shape or theme: paint a seahorse, a plate, or a mug, and then have fun choosing your colors and painting the day away! The studio glazes your creation, and then you can bring it home to decorate your apartment in Chicago. Color Me Mine also throws fun events for the whole family, including a Kids Night Out, a Pumpkin Palooza […]
Arlington International Racecourse: The Most Beautiful Race Course in the Country
The Village of Arlington Heights offers the best of both worlds. Just a half hour from sparkling Lake Michigan, Arlington Heights is a peaceful suburb of Chicago with an intimate, small-town feel. Our luxury apartments in Arlington Heights boast world-class amenities, including a resort-style pool, top-notch workout facilities, and sunny, spacious floorplans the whole family will love. What’s more, when you live here at our Arlington Heights apartments in Northwest Chicago, you live just steps away from one of the world’s most premier, historic thoroughbred horse-racing tracks in the world. Described as “the most beautiful track in America”, the Arlington International Racecourse is a must-see near our luxury Northwest Chicago apartments. The History of Arlington International Racecourse Founded in the 1920s by a California Businessman named Harry D. “Curly” Brown, the Arlington International Racecourse had its opening day in 1927, when they welcomed their first 20,000 visitors. Arlington International Racecourse features a 6-story grandstand and lush gardens, and has long been a favorite place for people to gather with friends and family, relax, and watch an invigorating thoroughbred race. Arlington International Racecourse has made its mark on the history of horse racing. They were the first to install the first […]