Palatine Historical Society

Cook County

Chicago Metropolitan Area

Palatine

Illinois

The Palatine Historical Society is dedicated to the collection, preservation and exhibition of local history and memorabilia.

Eric DeGrechie

Arlington Heights

Lake County

Barrington

Buffalo Grove

Lake Zurich

Vernon Hills

Des Plaines

Deerfield

Northbrook

Glenview

Amie Schaenzer

Libertyville

Do-Rite Donuts is coming to you on Saturday, October 3rd! Enjoy a wide variety of freshly baked artisanal donuts in unusual flavors - with seasonal, gluten-free, and vegan options available.
Order by 10pm on Friday. Your order will be available for home delivery between 5:30-10:00am.
Twice is nice! Place two or more orders for delivery on the same day and only pay the $5 DwellSocial Fee once.View menu + order: <a href="https://dwell.social/4dJotoV" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://dwell.social/4dJotoV</a>

Local Event: Wake up to donuts on your doorstep from Do-Rite! Order by 10pm Friday.

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Do-Rite Donuts is coming to you on Saturday, October 3rd! Enjoy a wide variety of freshly baked artisanal donuts in unusual...

Wake up to donuts on your doorstep from Do-Rite! Order by 10pm Friday.

Donley Auctions

From early 19th-century flintlock combat pistols to iconic mid-century wheelguns, modern polymer-framed service pistols, and rugged sporting shotguns, this extraordinary catalog captures the pulse of firearm evolution and collecting passion.
The lineup spans a breathtaking array of categories designed for every type of enthusiast, featuring precision bolt-action rifles, rimfire plinkers, tactical patrol carbines, over-and-under shotguns and an excellent selection of handguns/pistols and revolvers! Standout pieces anchor the collection with remarkable pedigree, such as an antique 1800s Oakes of London flintlock pistol featuring a folding bayonet, a gleaming Colt Nickel Python .357 Magnum revolver, an antique Spanish Mauser 1893 rifle with matching numbers, and pristine modern platforms like the FN 509 and Bushmaster tactical rifles.&nbsp; Take the time to look at the RARE, Antique Winchester Lee Navy 6mm Rifle!&nbsp;
There's also a great selection of accessories from AR-15 upper receivers to magazines and scopes and everything in between!
Whether you're getting ready for hunting season or looking to add that special firearm to your collection, there's truly something for everyone and another great auction to stock up on ammunition!

Local Event: Firearms & Ammo Auction

McHenry County

Huntley

Firearms & Ammo Auction

From early 19th-century flintlock combat pistols to iconic mid-century wheelguns, modern polymer-framed service pistols, and...

Donley Auctions presents an extraordinary catalog spanning centuries of tactical evolution, craftsmanship, and historic milestones. From heavy cavalry armor and Mughal-era edged weapons to Civil War relics, vintage military timepieces, and rare World War II optics, this carefully curated sale brings together pieces of immense historical depth and captivating provenance.
Encompassing centuries of conflict, exploration, and pageantry, the auction showcases an impressive breadth of categories designed for serious historians and collectors. Bidders will discover magnificent antique armor and helmets—such as the French Bourbon Restoration-era heavy cavalry armor set in Lot 2000—alongside historic swords, bayonets, and daggers. The selection features authentic Civil War and Indian Wars artifacts, period engravings, and prints like the 1859 Washington and Lafayette at Mount Vernon engraving in Lot 2002. Furthermore, the catalog extends deeply into vintage military timepieces and optics, highlighted by the 1941 Hamilton 4992B navigational gimbals watch in Lot 2194 and the precision WWII German 10x80 flak binoculars on tripods in Lots 2144 and 2145, alongside vintage uniforms, helmets, web gear, commemorative medals, badges, signal cannons, and training ordnance.

Local Event: Militaria Auction

Militaria Auction

Donley Auctions presents an extraordinary catalog spanning centuries of tactical evolution, craftsmanship, and historic...

The nationally and locally acclaimed Pequod's Pizza is coming to Barrington on Thursday, October 8th! Note that pizzas will be PAR BAKED, with Pequod’s world-famous caramelized crust and will be available for PICK UP at 5:30pm at Flint Creek. Pequod's was just named the "Best Pizza in the US" by Yelp!
Order by 12pm on Thursday. But don't wait until the last minute to place your order, because these events sell out!
Twice is nice! Place two or more orders for delivery on the same day and only pay the $5 DwellSocial Fee once.View menu + order: <a href="https://dwell.social/4rFxpBB" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://dwell.social/4rFxpBB</a>

Local Event: The famous Pequod's, caramelized crust pizza is heading your way. Order by noon.

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The nationally and locally acclaimed Pequod's Pizza is coming to Barrington on Thursday, October 8th! Note that pizzas will be...

The famous Pequod's, caramelized crust pizza is heading your way. Order by noon.

Al Larson Cultural Center

Get ready for a hilarious evening of stand-up comedy featuring a stacked lineup of Chicago's best comedians. Join Dwayne Kennedy, Jayson Cross, Zoe Dodson, Steven Haas, Vik Pandya and host Mike Maxwell for a night of non-stop entertainment at the Al Larson Cultural Center.Use code TNLBOGO to get 2 tickets for the price of one before October 3rd.

Local Event: Thursday Night Laughs

Schaumburg

Thursday Night Laughs

Get ready for a hilarious evening of stand-up comedy featuring a stacked lineup of Chicago's best comedians. Join Dwayne...

CHICAGO, IL &mdash; For renters watching thousands of dollars disappear every year into housing they will never own, Harbor Point at Wolf Lake is offering a very different alternative.
Located on Chicago&rsquo;s Southeast Side, Harbor Point offers the feel of single-family living without the $300,000-plus price point that comes with many traditional homes. Brand-new three-bedroom, two-bath homes are currently offered from approximately $89,000 to $103,000, giving professionals, families and retirees an opportunity to own something of their own without sacrificing privacy, comfort or style.
No shared walls. No upstairs neighbors. No crowded condo hallways. Instead, buyers have their own home, private driveway, storage shed, outdoor space and room to create a home that feels personal.
For many renters, the numbers are becoming harder to ignore. Even $1,000 per month in rent adds up to more than $60,000 over five years&mdash;money that never creates ownership or equity in the home they live in.
&ldquo;More buyers are starting to ask themselves what they actually have to show for years of rent payments,&rdquo; says Brandy Crask, Director of Sales. &ldquo;For many of them, Harbor Point opens the door to a type of homeownership they didn&rsquo;t realize was within reach.&rdquo;
Crask is closely involved in the design and selection of homes within the community, focusing on cabinetry, flooring, lighting, kitchens, appliances and upgraded finishes that give each home a polished and elevated feel while maintaining an attainable price point.
&ldquo;There is something very different about Harbor Point when you drive in,&rdquo; Crask says. &ldquo;It is quiet, beautifully maintained and tucked back among the trees along Wolf Lake. These are not simply homes we are selling. When I design each one, I think about the person who may eventually live there&mdash;the first-time buyer, the Chicago professional looking for peace at the end of the day, the single woman creating a home and life of her own, or the family ready for more space. I want every home to feel as though it was created for someone, not simply placed on a lot.&rdquo;
A key part of the Harbor Point experience is Erik Salas, a bilingual member of the sales team who works closely with English- and Spanish-speaking families to understand what they are looking for and help locate the home that best fits their lifestyle, household and budget.
Crask added that Harbor Point can also work with no financing needed, self employed and&nbsp;ITIN buyers, creating additional pathways to homeownership for families who may not fit the traditional financing model. Financing options with terms of up to 23 years may be available, with a wide range of credit profiles considered. A down payment may be required, with the amount varying by lender and individual applicant. For buyers who need help identifying where that down payment may come from, Crask also works with them to explore resources they may already have available, including eligible retirement funds such as a 401(k), depending on the terms of their plan.
The setting is another major part of Harbor Point&rsquo;s appeal. Although the community remains within Cook County&mdash;important for buyers who need or prefer to stay within county limits&mdash;it feels far removed from typical city living. Quiet streets, mature trees, friendly neighbors and a peaceful setting near Wolf Lake give the community the feel of a tucked-away suburban or rural neighborhood while still maintaining a Chicago address.
&ldquo;I always tell buyers to drive the streets, look at the yards, walk through the clubhouse and take in how peaceful it is here,&rdquo; Crask says. &ldquo;You can compare square footage and pricing online, but you really have to come here to understand what makes Harbor Point something very special.&rdquo;
Community events bring residents together, neighbors get to know one another, and the overall atmosphere feels more personal and connected than traditional apartment or condominium living.
For professionals, Harbor Point offers privacy and space after a long workday. For families, it offers bedrooms, outdoor space and room to grow. For retirees, it provides a quieter, more manageable home in a community that still feels welcoming and connected.
View available homes for sale here, preowned homes also available, starting around $50,000.&nbsp;
<a href="https://www.zillow.com/community/harbor-point-estates/30361399_plid/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.zillow.com/community/harbor-point-estates/30361399_plid/</a>
At Harbor Point, homeownership is not just about the house itself. It is about pulling into your own driveway at the end of the day, knowing your neighbors, having room to breathe, and finally putting your monthly housing payment toward a place that feels like yours.
For some buyers, it may be their first home. For others, it may be a fresh start, a quieter chapter or simply a chance to live differently.
That is what makes Harbor Point special.
It is not just an affordable place to live.
It is a place to come home to.
Contact The Ravinia Team, Brandy Crask and Erik Salas: 815-426-9834

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Wake up to donuts on your doorstep from Do-Rite! Order by 10pm Friday.

Firearms & Ammo Auction

Militaria Auction

The famous Pequod's, caramelized crust pizza is heading your way. Order by noon.

Thursday Night Laughs

Chicago’s Southeast Side Is Rewriting the Path to Homeownership