For information on the Village of Arlington Heights, you can link to the following webpages by scrolling down.

• The Village of Arlington Heights
• Arlington Heights Memorial Library
• Arlington Heights Park District
• Arlington Heights School District 25
• Township High School District 214
• Arlington Heights Chamber of Commerce
• Wheeling Township
• The Daily Herald Newspaper
• Pioneer Press Publishers
• Arlington Race Track
• Arlington Heights Historical Society
• Metropolis Performing Arts Centre
  
  The Village of Arlington Heights     http://www.vah.com 
  The Village of Arlington Heights was incorporated in 1887 with a population of approximately 1000 residents. Many of the early inhabitants of the Village were farmers; however Arlington Heights became one of the earliest commuter suburbs after the completion of the train depot in the mid 1800’s. The population of the Village continued to grow and experienced an increase of residents in the years following the founding of the Arlington Park Race Track after World War II. The 50’s and 60’s was a time of widespread growth due to the expansion of Chicago area economy and the increase of automobile sales. Today the Village of Arlington Heights is the largest community in Chicago’s Northwest Suburbs. Located 25 miles from downtown Chicago and covering 17 square miles, the current population is approximately 78,000 residents. With excellent access to trains, expressways and O’Hare Airport, Arlington Heights is popular with commuters. Renowned for the outstanding school districts, a vibrant cultural scene and progressive village planning, the Village has maintained its small town charm. The downtown area is a popular destination where residents and visitors can explore a variety of new additions including the Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, movie theater, retail shops and numerous award winning restaurants. Tree lined streets, the 5 acre Lake Arlington, golf courses, and neighborhood parks are attractive for families and empty nesters. Arlington Heights is a charming suburb with “Big City” benefits including a nationally recognized hospital. According to a study by the U.S. News & World Report, Northwest Community Hospital is among the 50 best hospitals in the nation for the treatment of cancer and digestive disorders. Excellent health care, award winning schools, dynamic cultural opportunities such as summer festivals, markets and concerts are just a few reasons why the Village of Arlington Heights is a wonderful place to live.
  
  Arlington Heights Memorial Library     http://www.ahml.info  
  The Arlington Heights Memorial Library is located within walking distance of the Village train station and the Central Business District. The present library was built in 1968 with a 40,000 square foot addition completed in 1978 and a 56,000 two-story addition and renovation in 1995. The library comprises a total area of 132,000 square feet and holds a collection of over 430,000 items with more than 1,600 newspaper and magazine subscriptions. The library has a vast collection of DVD's, CDs, audio books, videos, toys, games, puzzles, CD-Roms, art work and large print books. Over 75% of Arlington Heights residents have library cards enabling the holder borrowing privileges at all North Suburban Library System public libraries. Patrons can enjoy a variety of programs, speakers, author visits, computer access and the library's annual book sales.
  
  Arlington Heights Park District     http://www.ahpd.org  
  The Arlington Heights Park District was formed and organized in 1925. In 1928 the boundaries of the Park District were revised and annexed to be the same as the Village boundaries. The first park was developed in 1931 with larger projects commissioned throughout the 1930's. Facilities developed and opened during this time included the Recreation Park field house and swimming pool, a shelter house, ice skating rink, croquet court, baseball diamond, tennis courts, horseshoe courts and shuffleboard courts. Through the years 4 more pools were added and summer sports leagues were organized in the 1950's. Beginning in 1957, year round recreation programs were offered at outdoor and indoor locations. During the 1960’s programs expanded to include a pre school program and a senior citizens club. The 1970’s saw the building of softball diamonds, a golf driving range, sled hills and the Olympic Indoor Swimming Center. The 1980’s saw the development of the Heritage Tennis Club as well as the purchase of North School Park and it’s renovation as the Park District headquarters. In 1989 the before and after school program Children at Play (C.A.P) was designed to assist working parents. The program currently has over 700 children enrolled at 6 sites. The 1990’s was a time of remodeling, renovation and improvements at Park District facilities. Throughout the ensuing years, the Park District has continued to expand existing programs and services. The community will continue to be served through a network of 58 parks including five parks with outdoor swimming pools and community centers along with a myriad of special facilities including Olympic Indoor Swim Center, a Teen Center, Hasbrook Cultural Arts Center, the Historical Museum, Forest View Racquet and Fitness Club, Arlington Lakes Golf Club, Sunset Meadows Driving Range, Nickol Knoll Golf Club, Lake Arlington, Melas Park Sports Complex, and Heritage Tennis Club.
  
  Arlington Heights School District 25     http://www.ahsd25.k12.il.us/  
  Arlington Heights is recognized as having school districts that are among the best in the Chicago Metropolitan Area. Arlington Heights School District 25 consists of seven (K-5) elementary schools and two middle schools (6-8) with an enrollment of 5,056 students. There are 775 full and part time staff members including 2 teachers honored with the Golden Apple Awards and one teacher named as the Illinois Teacher of the Year. The School District offers early childhood education, special education programs, English as a Second Language instruction and literacy support. Student activities include band, chorus, academic competitions, athletics, special interest clubs, service groups and drama. Each District school has an active PTA and numerous opportunities for community and parental involvement. Before and after school programs are offered at six school sites, as well as scholarship awards, tutoring, and intergenerational activities.
  
  Township High School District 214     http://www.dist214.k12.il.us/  
  District 214 is the second largest high school district in Illinois and consistently rates among the states best schools. Six high schools serve residents in Arlington Heights and the surrounding communities. Total enrollment is approximately 12,600 with each school ranging from 1,800 to 2,000 students. The student/teacher ratio in District 214 is 25/1 with a per student expenditure of approximately $14,600. Each District school has a football field, gymnasium, baseball field, tennis courts and running track with each school having access to a swimming pool. Schools are all equipped with a language laboratory, library, college/career center, three computer laboratories, writing lab and technology center. Students in every school have access to approximately 140 extra curricular activities consisting of inter-scholastic sports, fine and performing arts, student government, and interest-related clubs. The District is home to State Champion winners in football, academics and other athletics.
  
  Arlington Heights Chamber of Commerce     http://www.arlingtonhtschamber.com/web06.nsf/  
  The Arlington Heights Chamber of Commerce is an excellent source for locating a local business and a valuable network for the business owner. All members are featured on the Chamber’s website which is accessible 24 hours a day for Internet users. The Chamber publishs a bi-monthly newsletter that is distributed to all members and community organizations detailing member news, events and items of interest. Members can place advertisements and inserts into the newsletter to promote their business and events. After-work networking events, monthly luncheons, and special committees and forums are additional opportunities for the AH Chamber member.
  
  Wheeling Township     http://www.wheelingtownship.com/main.html  
  Wheeling Township was established in 1850 to serve the Northwest area. Today the Wheeling Township government’s emphasis is on providing human care services in the areas of mental health, disabled services, senior services, youth services and welfare services. Wheeling Township funds programs including Access to Care, low cost immunizations and a food pantry. The Township Building is located on Arlington Heights Road and contains the offices of the Assessor, Clerk, Disabled, Health and Senior Services, Highway Commissioner’s Office and a Notary Public.
  
  Daily Herald     http://www.dailyherald.com/  
  The Daily Herald is suburban Chicago’s largest daily newspaper. Published by independently and locally owned Paddock Publications, the Daily Herald is Illinois’s third largest newspaper.
  
  Pioneer Press      http://www.pioneerlocal.com/arlingtonheights/index.html  
  Part of the Sun-Times News Group, Pioneer Press covers the Northwest Suburban are of Chicago and publishes the Arlington Post. Dedicated to news in our neighborhoods and the suburbs, the Post is published weekly.
  
  Arlington Park Racetrack     http://www.arlingtonpark.com/  
  Arlington Park Racetrack was opened in 1927 and has been a premier racing venue since the track’s inception. Arlington Park has maintained a reputation as a technology leader in racing and hosted the world’s first million dollar race in 1981 known as the Arlington Million. Owned since the 1980’s by Richard Duchossois, Arlington Park rebuild after a devastating fire in 1985 to be a world class racing venue. An equally popular destination for events during the off-season, Arlington Park is the pride of Arlington Heights. 
  
  Arlington Heights Historical Society     http://www.ahmuseum.org/HistoricalSociety/societyindex.htm  
  The Arlington Heights Historical Society and Museum is located across the street from the library in downtown Arlington Heights. The museum complex includes the original 1882 Victorian home, the coach house, a 1906 soda pop factory, the 1908 Banta house and a replica 1830's log cabin. The museum has a library, changing exhibits, Heritage Gallery and shop. Tours are available on weekends or by appointment.
  
  Metropolis Performing Arts Centre     http://www.metropolisarts.com/  
  The Metropolis Performing Arts Centre is located in downtown Arlington Heights, just 2 blocks from the train station. Metropolis is the premier home of live entertainment, performing arts and music education in the Northwest Suburbs.