Closing our doors!

We have decided that the time has come for us to close the shop. We will be open until the end of March 2012. Please come by soon and get great deals on our remaining inventory. Be SURE to check our calender before you come down, our hours might be a little goofy!
Parts, Tires, Tubes, Accessories, Shifters, Brakes, Saddles, Helmets, Tools, Racks, Bags, Books, Bikes, Handlebars, Derailleurs, you name it. Take a discount on anything left in the Store! Tell your friends, Tell your neighbors.

20% to 40% off, Make an offer!

Congrats & Good Luck!

As you may know, tomorrow will be the last day our dear friends Bobby and Andrea will be the owners of "the Riv". Congratulations to Bobby and Andrea on over 30 years in business. What an accomplishment! 
As a resident of Arlington Heights, Riviera has been an institution for me and my family. Like many parents, Riviera was always the special restaurant where I could take my small children for lunch after practice, a snack for a good report card or a good quick meal when I didn't time to cook. Riviera was the first place my daughters were able to go "alone"...with a pack of friend from school. I was always comforted by the fact that I knew they would be safe there, and equally important, that they would behave appropriately. The Kids all loved the Riv, and knew they had to behave to be able to stay. How many kids in this town hiked to the Riv on the First or last day of school to celebrate? I think almost all of them! 
As a business owner Bobby and Andrea have been true inspirations. They are one of the hardest working couples that I know. They have offered words of wisdom and encouragement to me and many business owners in Downtown. Arlington Heights is the city of Good Neighbors at both home and at work. And as business neighbors, from keeping their business vibrant, supporting the other businesses and maintaining integrity in their business, they are among the best neighbors a business could have. 
Thank you Bobby and Andrea for your support that you have given me and Urban Harvest, for your kindness and your friendship. Thank you for the Oasis that you created for my family and my children. Your hard work, committment, and kindness is so very appreciated. I wish you much luck, joy and continued good health. 


Mary Ellen 
Urban Harvest


thanks Mary Ellen, couldn't have said it better myself.

The Groundhogs Day Blizzard of 2011

An Arlington Heights Video. This is great. Definitely worth a few minutes, to see our area so filled with snow.

Making Buying Local Easy

Did you know you can buy Gift Certificates that are good for purchases at almost any business in Arlington Heights? The Arlington Heights Chamber of Commerce sells them, and if you are a lover of keeping your local economy vibrant (and who isn't?) they make great Gifts for Coaches, Teachers, Mail Carriers, Loved Ones. Or just for that person in your life who is difficult to shop for.
More info HERE.

It seems self serving to post this, but

Do you use local Schools? Parks? Libraries? Police? Fire Departments? Help keep these local services funded #ShopLocal

My Town Coupon Card

Hey all you Arlington Heights lovers out there! Have you seen the new My Town website and discount card? you should check it out. over a dozen (and growing) categories of Local Business offering discounts to card members. It's a service of the Chamber of Commerce.
Take a peek.
http://www.membersfirstcoupons.com/

Arling"fun" heights.

More summer event here in the down town area! Plan some extra time for parking Friday, & Saturday. Due to the Mane Event, Taste of Arlington Heights, and of course "CAR FREE DAY"
Stop by if you are in the area for the festivities

Art Fest this weekend

So this weekend starts our exciting summer events in DownTown
Arlington Heights. Which means it's a great time to come down and see
cool stuff. It also means parking is a little nutty. The Vail St
Garage should still be open.
We will try to make it worth the trip if you come down, we still have
a few 09 bikes in stock. And we are pricing them to sell

Historical Bike Ride Through Arlington Heights New Event Provides Family Fun and Exercise

Arlington Heights is ripe with diverse parkscapes, meandering bike paths and fascinating local history.  If you have ever wanted to learn more about the historical significance of your hometown, get your bike tuned up and get in gear to ride in the inaugural Arlington Heights Historical Museum's Historical Bike Ride onSunday, May 2 from 1:30-4:30pm.  

 

Biking is one of the most family friendly sports for youngsters, families and passionate bikers alike.  The Historic Bike Ride is a 4-mile ride that begins and ends at the Historical Museum campus located at 110 W. Fremont St.  The route takes you past homes, buildings and parks that have played integral roles throughout Arlington Heights' history. Two stops of particular interest are the Wheeling Township Cemetery and Memorial Park.  Wheeling Township Cemetery on Euclid Avenue holds the history of early Arlington Heights.  The names of our town founders and the symbolism that lays within can be explored with the help from materials provided by the Museum.  Memorial Park, the oldest park in Arlington Heights, is a memorial to both living and fallen veterans and their families.  Thanks to the recent efforts of the Arlington Heights Parks Foundation, Memorial park is now being restored purely through the good works of volunteers.

 

Families are encouraged to participate.  Refreshments and a goodie bag will be handed out to participants.  The route is appropriate for school age children and adults of all ages.  Participants must bring their own bikes.  Bike helmets are required.  The cost is $3 for adults, $5 for non-residents and children are free. Pre-registration is encouraged and registration is available online and at any park district community center.  Please use class code 1366-5. The event takes place rain or shine.

 

Want to know more about building and businesses that were once part of our town, but can no longer be found here?  Visit the Heritage Gallery's current exhibit, "Gone, but not forgotten: Lost Arlington Heights" which is open from 1:30-4:30pm.

 

For more information, call 847-255-1225 or visit us online at www.ahmuseum.org

The mission of the Arlington Heights Park District is to enrich our community by providing quality recreation, facilities and fun.