When we were looking for a local cinema to see Ne Zha 2 for the second time, this time with English…read moredubbing, we were happy to find Landmark at the Glen! It replaced Arclight which was in a decline. The cinema had been renovated 2 years ago. It was a Thursday afternoon, and the cinema was pretty quiet. There were big kiosks for ticket purchases, and the process was quick and easy. We got a small bag (which was not too small) for $10 plus tax, a little pricy for popcorn, but it was good. The popcorn guy was friendly, and he also doubled as the guy to collect our ticket stubs, and informed us which cinema room to go to. We were there for the preview of the movie, and we got the entire cinema #5 to the 3 of us! While the lobby and hallways of the cinema was nice and cool, this room was a little too warm. We totally understood that they would not cool down an entire room when there was no audience inside. I went to talk to the popcorn guy about the air temperature issue, and he promised to have it adjusted. As I went back to the cinema room. We could feel that cool air started to come out, and it was comfortable for the rest of the showing. The chairs were big, clean, and comfortable. Sound and picture were great. The movie itself was enjoyable just like the first time, and the English dubbing was perfect. The entire cinema was very clean. I was especially pleased with their restrooms being spotless clean. There is a bar in the lobby, and across from it was the biggest poster I've ever seen in a cinema lobby, it was a colorful digital poster of Ne Zha 2, very appropriate for such a spectacular movie. When we left the cinema after seeing the movie, there was another guy at the hallway collecting ticket stubs, and there was obviously more audience coming in. We enjoyed this cinema experience very much, and would definitely return to see other movies in the future.

This movie theater's really cute. I think it's a hidden gem in the Glen. Located right next to Yard…read moreHouse in Glenview, IL. The guy was very helpful getting me a cup for water and had the whold theater to myself. Definitely coming back.

The Long Grove Covered Bridge is a landmark in Long Grove and northeastern Illinois. It has been…read morefeatured in many TV shows and movies. It's a gateway into the historic downtown district in Long Grove. It is nice to take a walk through on a picturesque summer day and a great selfie location in the winter when it's covered with snow. I highly recommend the Long Grove Covered Bridge!

Formerly the Long Grove Covered Bridge, renamed the Robert Parker COFFIN bridge, this one-lane…read morecovered bridge has been struck 50 times in the past few years. It's easy to see why; it's a one lane bridge and three streets converge at the bridge and other than the stop signs, there's not a clear right of way procedure. Maybe make traffic one way through the bridge? I would have liked to take a few pictures but there is too much traffic to do so.

Yes there was a robbery at this spot in Rondout, of my time, that is. We were stopped at this train…read morecrossing while a very long freight train passed by. We certainly were held up. I almost was late for my appointment.

Not sure how to review a historical marker but I think nostalgia wise it has some good potential…read more Best seen while going east bound on 176/Park Avenue in the Lake Bluff/Libertyville area. I took a picture of it while waiting for a very long freight train so there you go. In any case it's a nice historical marker which documents the (at the time) largest train robbery in the country. Yes....Metra riders this was a long long time ago. I seem to recall some short clip or movie documenting or at least utilizing some facts about this robbery in my film studies class back in college but I could very well be mixing up my robberies. Check it out when you are stuck in traffic while waiting for the train to pass!

My husband and I visit Historic Downtown Long Grove quite a bit. There is so much to do there. In…read morethe summer there are festivals almost every week, celebrating strawberries, chocolate, and much more. For a good brew, try the Buffalo Creek Brewery. The beer is brewed on site and they have a lot of exclusive and unique flavors. Our favorite restaurants are Joanie's Pizza and The Village Tavern. The Sock Monkey Museum is fun and educational at the same time. The covered bridge is pretty to look at and has been renovated many times after being hit by busses that are too tall to clear the bridge. Historic Downtown Long Grove has been featured in many movies and should be featured in your food and entertainment plans. I highly recommend Historic Downtown Long Grove!

My memories of Long Grove were always favorable, a fun day browsing in many, unique shops. It was…read morereally depressing to see what it has become. Most stores were empty and the remaining ones had very limited hours. The few remaining stores are not enough to visit. It would be great if it could be revitalized . It seems as if they are scheduling events to bring people to the village, i.e. revive handmade market, craft beer, but not sure if it is enough. It is very sad to see what has happened here, hope it can change.

I went twice this week. The first time I went with my parents, and our current membership only…read moreallowed for two adults. So I stopped by the membership desk asking if we could upgrade our membership. Since they couldn't do it in their system (and said they would get back to me during the week), they gave me a free pass to get in so I could push my mom in a wheelchair. The CBG is so kind to provide free wheelchairs for people in need. The only thing that would be even better is if more of their garden areas were accessible for wheelchair users, strollers, etc. I also visited the gardens on a Thursday morning for their music concert. The weather was perfect, and the performances were absolutely wonderful. The musicians were so very talented! Overall, this place is the best. The entire staff is always warm and welcoming, helpful and friendly.

I've been coming here with my family since I was a child. I had the day off today and spent the…read moremorning listening to the bell concert. Then found various places to enjoy sitting and reading alternating with meandering strolls. Every area is beautiful although weekends can get quite crowded. Some of the further areas as well as the pines and wooded areas are usually a little less crowded. What was new for me this time was realizing their food offerings are wonderful. Not only do they have quite a variety but they cater to various dietary restrictions including swapping in tofu to make items vegan or vegetarian on some meals. The ideas range from burgers to fried chicken to excellent salads and tacos. I decided to try the beet hummus with roasted carrots because it seemed so fresh and innovative. Perfectly balanced meal with slightly sweet smooth hummus, crunchy pita chips, lightly toasted sweet carrots with a good chew still left in them. Plus a whipped goat cheese, pistachio pieces, and powdered mint. The flavors were wonderful.

Only open four a few hours on Sundays during the summer Deerfield Historic Village is a fun place…read moreto go. There you can see a collection of historic homes, a coach house, farm, and a schoolhouse. There are docents stationed in every building and throughout the grounds to explain, guide, and answer any questions a visitor might have. It's a great time to learn and experience history. There is convenient parking in the school district parking lot. I highly recommend Deerfield Historic Village.

It's unfortunate that Deerfield Historic Village has such limited hours as the buildings have great…read moredisplays within them with lots of details about the history and a broad timeframe of history covered between them. The Caspar Ott Log House really takes you back to 1837 with an impressive array of items such as a bed, dresser, toys, chairs, table, and other items from the area. This is definitely impressive in the comprehensiveness and presentation, as well as being the oldest standing building in Lake County. Outside of Volo Auto Museum, I'm not sure if I've seen as many antique vehicles and farm equipment as there is in the Carriage House. It's a really great experience to be able to view these magnificent vehicles up close and see all the unique details that went into their construction. I also enjoyed seeing the large selection of historical farming tools. The Sack House has a wonderful assortment of items from the early 1900's, once again really giving me a feel for what life may have looked like back then with an impressive assortment of art, common household items, fully furnished bedrooms, and lots of signs with explanations The Brand Luther House has a nice visitors center with a neat set of displays that show an eclectic mix of history covering everything from music to Sara Lee. The volunteers here were very helpful in explaining some details in different buildings. Finally, the Little Red Schoolhouse is a neat replica of a one-room school house complete with small desks, a stove, old books and map. Though it was built in 1981, the old furnishings and items really give a feeling of stepping back in time. Overall, definitely worth a visit for any history lover. A great free experience with well designed displays.

A pleasant surprise as this museum has a good number of well presented rooms and arranged artifacts…read morespread over 3 floors. The staff was very helpful in explaining the history behind the different items as we toured throughout the building. Parking was easy and that was a nice little gift shop available to pick up some very reasonably priced souvenirs. It would be nice if the hours were a little longer as it is only open for two hours each Sunday.

Great museum! Tells a lot of the town's history. Very helpful and knowledgeable volunteers…read more Fantastic treat for history lovers!

I was a chaperone for a 4th grade field trip here, and I must say, I was very impressed by the…read morestaff's patience with the kids. The team building games were excellent, and the kids enjoyed exploring the "playground". These trails are absolutely gorgeous, and I plan on returning with my own child! My only concern is that the fish tank is far too small for the amount, and the types of fish. I would expect more from a nature center that is promoting more knowledge about wildlife and nature. These fish were very clearly distressed and the biggest one was nipping at the smaller ones, tearing holes in its fins. Hopefully this is addressed soon.

Really a wonderful place, with several trails to follow to see different types of trees and plant…read morelife. There's an indoor exhibit of a large fish tank plus a mini-learning center with information about birds and plants. A large showroom exhibits paintings on the walls of very talented local artists. The staff is very friendly and helpful, the building is very clean and there is adequate parking. I personally think that the Fall season is the best time to visit here. Highly recommended.

There was a family event here so we decided to come check the place out. Even though my kiddo is…read moreonly two, she liked seeing some of the stuff they had on exhibit and they also had coloring pages and whatnot. We got here near the tail end of the event, so we didn't spend much time inside and went walking along the little trail where they had signs up with information about turkeys spread out through a little loop around the woods. It's a lovely preserve, and I'll bet it's particularly beautiful in the spring and summer. The building is small but sufficient to have some programs and there are bathrooms here. There are a few outbuildings as well; I'm not sure if there are programs there too or not. There's a good deal of parking here. Keep an eye on their calendar to have an excuse to come out, or just spend some time wandering the trails in peace and quiet.

This place is stunning. My neighbor told me about it and I promptly took a drive up here that…read moreafternoon just a few days after "peak" fall colors. It's amazing. I wasn't adequately prepared because it was a spur of the moment decision, so I didn't have a jacket or warm enough clothes, so I didn't stay or walk around too long. (And sadly their giftshop didn't have any sweatshirts -- I would've bought one if they had because it would've solved my problem. So, note to Ryerson: sell sweatshirts in the fall!). I've since come back here for an art exhibit (see my review on the Brushwood Center page for that info). I cannot wait to return again in the spring and definitely multiple times next fall. I want to explore it all.

Fort Sheridan was originally developed as a US Army installation in the late 1800s, and it has…read moresince been designated as a US historical landmark property. Fort Sheridan was officially closed in 1993 and portions were renovated and sold as private residences. The Town of Fort Sheridan, divided between Highland Park and Highwood, consists of ninety-four historic buildings on 640 acres of prime Lake Michigan property. The center is the 54 acre, oval parade ground and the 228 foot tower. The Town of Fort Sheridan is unique on the north shore due to its proximity to the beach, the lake, the forest preserve, its landmark status, walking paths, historical significance, stopping point for migratory birds, and more. Things I've seen: the thin red line at the horizon before sunrise which blooms into a red and purple sky; coyotes sauntering down the street at dusk; black and brown squirrels tossing nuts from the trees; hawk circling overhead and the early warning system of screeching bluejays; rocky pebble beach with thundering waves; the lake which can be a cold grey or cobalt or Caribbean blue; walkers, runners or racing jersey wearing bicycle packs; eye contact with a family of deer silently watching; red fox scrambling out from under a bush; technicolor display of leaves in the fall; butterflies and dragonflies in the meadow; other moments that may have significance to me but more than 100 years ago someone is standing where I'm standing and experiencing the exact same thing.