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Renovated park opens Saturday in Hoffman Estates Oct 25, 2012 12:00 AM
Hoffman Estates is opening a new park on Saturday. Tropicana Park was once home to a pool and clubhouse that opened in the 1960s. A neighborhood swim club approached the park district in 2007 when is could no longer maintain the facilities. With help from a state grant, the park has been transformed into a space all ages can enjoy, with bocce ball courts, a splash pad, horseshoe pit and more.
French chef visits Hoffman Estates for week of events Oct 25, 2012 12:00 AM
Tickets are still available for some of this week's events for everyone from children to gourmands celebrating French cuisine and the annual visit of Chef Patrick Guat from Hoffman Estates' sister city of Angoulême, France.
Hoffman Estates Scarecrow Festival Saturday Sep 19, 2012 12:00 AM
The Hoffman Estates Park District is hosting its fifth annual Scarecrow Festival from noon to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 22, at Vogelei Park, near the corner of Golf and Higgins roads.
Take the family to Scarecrow Fest in Hoffman Estates Sep 17, 2012 12:00 AM
The Hoffman Estates Park District fifth annual Scarecrow Festival will be held from noon to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Sept 22, at Vogelei Park, 650 W. Higgins Road in Hoffman Estates. Admission is free.
Former Hoffman Estates Park District commissioner wants to be mayor Aug 29, 2012 12:00 AM
Hoffman Estates Mayor William McLeod confirmed Wednesday he will be running for a fourth term, but unlike the last election he won't run unopposed. Former Hoffman Estates Park District board president Craig Bernacki also wants to be mayor. "I don't like the direction that the village is going," Bernacki said.
Hoffman Estates Park District hosts senior open house Aug 27, 2012 12:00 AM
The Hoffman Estates Park District is hosting a 50+ Senior Club open house from 9 to 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 29, at the Triphahn Center, 1685 W. Higgins Road. The event includes prizes, a flea market, introduction to 50+ classes, group activities and information on health, housing and legal services. For information email rcuff@heparks.org or call (847) 885-7500, extension 626.
Hoffman Estates park district commissioner wins in Senior OlympicsAug 10, 2012 12:00 AM
Hoffman Estates Park District board commissioner Lollie Guiney recently won eight medals in the Senior Olympics for swimming and track and field events. The 82-year-old qualified for, and plans to attend, the Summer National Senior Games next year in Cleveland, Ohio. "I find it a challenge to try to improve and to see how I can make (the sports) work for me," she said.
Hoffman to host Decatur Park Singers in free concert Aug 1, 2012 12:00 AM
The Hoffman Estates Arts Commission and the Hoffman Estates Park District welcome the Decatur Park Singers to the Village Green in the western part of the village. The Decatur Park Singers will take the stage 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 2, as part of the "Summer Sounds on the Green" concert series.
Hoffman Estates dog park nearing completionJul 18, 2012 12:00 AM
A new $133,000 Hoffman Estates dog park called Freedom Run is nearing completion. The 4-acre park will include a small dog area, water sources, shaded spots and five pieces of agility equimpment that a 15-year-old is building as part of an Eagle Scout service project. A grand opening for the park — which will serve primarily Hoffman Estates, Streamwood and Elgin residents — is scheduled for September 8, but a soft opening will occur sometime in August.
Brass band to play Thursday Jul 8, 2012 12:00 AM
The Illinois Brass Band will take the stage at 7 p.m. Thursday, July 12, for the Summer Sounds on the Green concert series in Hoffman Estates. Bring a blanket or lawn chair.
Free jazz Thursday in Hoffman Estates Jun 26, 2012 12:00 AM
The Hoffman Estates Arts Commission and the Hoffman Estates Park District welcome the Ken Spurr Jazz Quartet to the Village Green 7 p.m. Thursday, June 28, as part of the "Summer Sounds on the Green" concert series. Ken Spurr is a jazz pianist, teacher and bandleader who has been active in the Chicago area for more than 10 years. This concert is the third of a series of eight summer shows.
Northwest suburban water parks opening Memorial Day weekend May 26, 2012 12:00 AM
As the heat rises and summer fever kicks in, numerous suburban pools and water parks are beginning to open. While some water parks won't open until area schools get out, others are opening for the holiday weekend. Here's a look at what's happening at some of the major water parks in the Northwest suburbs.
Hoffman Estates’ first Celtic Fest Saturday Apr 26, 2012 12:00 AM
The village of Hoffman Estates invites the entire community to the inaugural Celtic Fest, which will be from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. April 28 at the Sears Centre Arena.
Elgin council reverses decision, approves dog parkApr 11, 2012 12:00 AM
A proposed dog park in Hoffman Estates along Elgins east side border finally has a green light from Elgin City Council members. The intergovernmental agreement with Hoffman Estates and Streamwood park districts for joint use of a 4-acre park was given preliminary approval March 7 then voted down March 21 before being reconsidered during the city council meeting Wednesday night
Hoffman Estates teen center opens doors to Schaumburg Township youth Mar 21, 2012 12:00 AM
The Village of Hoffman Estates has partnered with the Hoffman Estates Park District to provide an after school Teen Center at Vogelei Park, 650 W. Higgins Road, and is welcoming teens displaced by the recent closing of the Schaumburg Township Spectrum Teen Center.
Smoke in Hoffman Estates from controlled burn Mar 13, 2012 12:00 AM
Smoke reported Tuesday in Hoffman Estates was from a controlled burn being conducted under the auspices of the Hoffman Estates Park District, fire officials said.
A little cooperation goes a long way Mar 9, 2012 12:00 AM
A Daily editorial notes another example of towns finding thrifty ways to provide the types of amenities that drew residents to the suburbs in the first place. To wit: a dog park shared by Elgin and the Hoffman Estates and Streamwood park districts.
Elgin, Streamwood, Hoffman Estates collaborate on dog park Mar 6, 2012 12:00 AM
Elgin residents wanted a dog park but officials were having trouble finding a location that wasn't surrounded by houses. Same story in Streamwood. Hoffman Estates Park District had a location, the desire for a second dog park within city limits and an interest in intergovernmental agreements. A collaboration was born.
Children’s Wellness Fair is Feb. 21 Feb 18, 2012 12:00 AM
Parents are invited to learn about fostering health and wellness among their children at the Children’s Wellness Fair, sponsored by the Hoffman Estates Park District and Alexian Brothers Health Systems on Tuesday, Feb. 21, at the Triphahn Center gym, 1685 W. Higgins Road in Hoffman Estates.
Hoffman parks officials earn national certification Jan 7, 2012 12:00 AM
Two Hoffman Estates Park District officials were among five Illinois professionals who recently earned the Certified Park and Recreation Executive certification. Dean Bostrom, executive director, and Mike Kies, director of facilities, are among the first park professionals in the nation to earn this new certification.