Joe Malvarapu

Crystal Tree, Orland Park is an established subdivision of upscale executive homes, luxury townhouses, and patio homes surrounding the greens and fairways of Crystal Tree Golf and Country Club. Such recreation amenities as a swimming pool, clubhouse, health club, and tennis courts are all a part of Crystal Tree’s sumptuous lifestyle. Orland Park Real Estate offers a wide range of housing options that best fit a variety of budgets, tastes and lifestyles. Single family homes in Crystal Tree range from $$499,900 to $1.5 Million, while Crystal Tree townhomes range in price from $314,900 to $579,000 (as of 4/19/09).

One of the major events of the year-long celebration of Wheaton’s Sesquicentennial is Go Fly A Kite 2009.

This is no ordinary kite-flying event. The Sesquicentennial Commission has its sights on setting a new Guinness World Record for most kites in the air at the same time and location. The current record is 967 kites in the air (which was set in Germany), and with the community’s participation, organizers know Wheaton can beat that record.

• When: Saturday, April 18, 2009 (rain date: Saturday, April 25)
• Where: Graf Park (next to Monroe School, just east of the DuPage County Fairgrounds)
• Check In Time: 10:30-11 a.m.
• Kites in the Air: 11:15 a.m.
• How Long: Kites must be in the air for about one minute to set a new record

You can bring your own kite, or kites will be available for purchase for $3 at the event and prior to the event at the following Wheaton Park District locations:

• Blanchard Community Center, 1777 S. Blanchard Road, 630-690-4880
• Cosley Zoo, 1356 N. Gary Ave., 630-665-5534
• DuPage Historical Museum & Wheaton Park District Office, 102 E. Wesley St. (across the street from Adams Park), 630-665-4710

This event is organized by the Sesquicentennial Commission and the Wheaton Park District.

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Located 25 miles west of Chicago, City of Wheaton occupies 11.2 square miles with a population of around 55,000 residents. Wheaton ranked No. 54 in the 2008 Money Magazine national listing of the best places to live in America. The magazine noted Wheaton's diverse group of organizations and outstanding park district and library. Chicago magazine ranked Wheaton the "healthiest of Chicago's largest suburbs" in 2005 because of its low crime rate, vast open spaces and thriving downtown. Wheaton real estate is special because an entire 17% of land use is for commercial purposes and which is located in several business districts such as North Main Street, downtown, Danada, and more. The Wheaton residential market is equally impressive, with single family homes in Wheaton ranging in price from approximately $150,000 to more than $2.5 million. Wheaton townhouses and condos range from $110,000 to well over $1 million.

Well known for it mature trees, historic neighborhoods, and home-town charm, Wheaton also has easy access to major retailers, fine restaurants, and shopping which makes this a great place to live for individuals, couples, and families alike. Unique amenities such as the Clocktower Commons Park - which has a skateboarding and rollerblading park and miniature golf – Danada Equestrian Center, Farmers Market, and the DuPage County Fair make for a fun and active community. Wheaton is also home to the DuPage county government complex making municipal transactions a breeze!

A few things Wheaton has to offer:

• Many choices for dining and shopping: A wide array of restaurants and shops are available throughout the city, from downtown Wheaton to the Danada area and beyond.
• Top-rated schools: Wheaton’s schools consistently rank among the highest in the state, offering students a quality education and a wealth of opportunities.
• A healthy place to live: Chicago magazine ranked Wheaton the “healthiest of Chicago’s largest suburbs” because of its low crime rate, vast open spaces and thriving downtown.
• Nationally ranked library: Wheaton’s public library is rated one of the top 10 in the nation. In early 2007, it completed a massive expansion project, offering even more services to residents.
• Beautiful parks and recreation opportunities: The Wheaton Park District oversees 800 acres of land and 52 parks, offering an impressive array of outdoor activities.
• Access to healthcare: Wheaton is home to the Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital, which recently opened a new 120-bed hospital. In addition, Central DuPage Hospital, which earned U.S. News and World Report’s No. 37 in the nation for its orthopedics program by U.S. News and World Report in 2007, is located in nearby Winfield.
  
   
  

Village of Orland Park is located in Southwest Suburbs of Chicago, approximately 25 miles from Chicago loop. The Village boasts about 50 well-equipped parks encompassing a total of over 550 acres. In all, there are 46 baseball fields, 39 basketball courts, 25 tennis courts, 23 soccer fields, 36 playgrounds, 11 bocce ball courts, and the Humphrey Bike Trail.

Orland Park Real Estate offers a wide range of housing options that best fit a variety of budgets, tastes and lifestyles. Single family subdivisions such as Southmoor, Silo Ridge, and Deluga Woods are sprouting up everywhere in Orland Park, particularly near the western border. Orland Park is located primarily in Cook County extending slightly into Will County with an estimated population of 55,461 residents as of 2005. In 2006, Orland Park was awarded the title of "45th Best Place to Live In America" by Money magazine. Orland Park provides access to several interstate highways, with the I-80 east-west coast connector as its southern border.

Four elementary school districts serve the Village: 135, 140, 146, and 118. District 146 serves the Village’s eastern sector and District 140 serves the Village’s southern edge. District 135 is the largest district serving the community. In all four districts, the focus is on developing basic skills in reading, mathematics, language arts, science, and social studies. Band, orchestra, and choir programs complement the basic studies. The majority of students who live in Orland Park attend Orland Elementary School District 135 or Tinley Park Elementary District 146, which feed Carl Sandburg High School.

Romeoville, Illinois is located in Will County, with an estimated population of approximately 37,000 residents. Rapid growth in Romeoville real estate has contributed to a vibrant market for single family homes, townhomes and new construction homes in Romeoville. Whether you are looking for a luxurious estate home, a gated community, a family-friendly subdivision, or a quality-built town home, you will find an architectural style and the square footage of your dream home.

The Village of Romeoville has an outstanding and active Recreation Department, which plans and organizes activities, sports, and a number of events and festivals throughout the year. The citizens of Romeoville celebrate themselves with seasonal fun for the whole family, from breakfast with the Easter Bunny, Halloween Fest, to a Winter Wonderland. The annual Winter Wonderland offers a myriad of activities for the whole family. Pictures with Santa, live reindeer, story time, crafts and more, get the whole community into the holiday spirit.