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If you’re looking for a fun spot to hang out with friends near your suburban Chicago home, check out the William Alexander Wine Studio. Located on quaint Lockport real estate at 900 South State Street, the studio is a real neighborhood fixture. The atmosphere is relaxed and cozy. Live local bands play several evenings each week, and Sundays are open mic night, beginning at 7 p.m. Come in for something to eat, as well as a wine flight to expand your palette. The bartenders are all very knowledgeable about wine and enjoy helping people find new favorites. There’s also a great beer list, so everyone can find a libation.

William Alexander Adds Charm to Lockport Real Estate

William Alexander also doubles as an antique shop. Browse around for a new find for your suburban Chicago home. The antiques add to the eclectic ambiance. Everything about the place invites you to come in and take a load off. Join the Wine Club to for special members-only tastings. William Alexander also specializes in hosting events. It’s an ideal location for an intimate wedding, an engagement party, birthday party, baby or bridal shower or a corporate event.

The wine studio opens Thursday through Sunday at 3 p.m. Come for the wine and stay for the amazing musical jams. Visit William Alexander to learn more.

As a historic part of the Orland Park real estate scene, Hienie’s McCarthy’s has been serving the Chicago area with tasty dishes for decades. Opening its doors in the late 1940’s, this mom and pop eatery is a great place to go to take a load off and enjoy a great meal. The food here is classic and crowd pleasing. With an extensive menu with plenty of choices, families from suburban Chicago homes will have no problem finding the right choice for everyone in their party. Old fashioned fried chicken dinners and homemade chicken pot pies bring customers back for more. Salad lovers will be pleased with the refreshing mandarin orange salad with added chicken as an option, the Italian chopped salad or several others.

Daily lunch specials are offered for those coming in from suburban Chicago homes for their afternoon meal. A variety of sandwiches created in the deli include corned beef, ham and turkey. Hienie’s McCarthy’s homemade chicken, tuna or egg salads are available as sandwiches or stuffed into juicy tomatoes. Those in nibbling mood with have a hard time deciding between a variety of appetizers to snack on. The restaurant is open seven days a week, Monday to Thursday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m, Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Phone in and delivery service is available as well. See the full menu at Hienies.

Art enthusiasts who call suburban Chicago home will be pleased to learn about the Vogt Visual Arts Center (VVAC). Located at 17420 S 67th Court in Tinley Park, this facility is housed in a beautiful historic building that was once the residence of Tinley Park’s first mayor. Inside, visitors can find a gallery that always has works of art done by local and well-known artists on display. The gallery is open to all year round, but hours do vary depending on the time of year. Visits outside of gallery hours can often be accommodated, so feel free to call and inquire. All who call suburban Chicago home are invited to check out the gallery. Shows change every month or so and guests can view open shows based on themes, school shows, photography, and many other topics.

In addition to coming to view artwork, Tinley Park real estate owners are also invited to consider holding a birthday party for their child at the VVAC. The child of honor gets to choose the projects they and their guests will create. The art center staff will take care of everything, making it super easy on the parents. In addition to birthday parties, those who live nearby can also take advantage of classes offered at the VVAC. Learn more about oil painting, watercolors, stained glass, and many more styles. Call 708.614.6503 or visit Vogt Visual Arts Center for more information.