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Located in Cook County, La Grange is a suburb located about 13 miles west of Chicago. La Grange is a friendly village that provides comfortable living for all ages. La Grange has a small town feel filled with many restaurants, bars, and shops. The public transportation in La Grange is very effective, allowing people to easily get to and from the city in only 15 minutes. The town is a great place for young families to grow up in with attractions such as local ice cream shops, a movie theatre, parks, and more. In addition, there are multiple highly rated school districts in La Grange. In total, there are 5 public and private schools combined.
Day or night, downtown La Grange always has a variety of activities and entertainment going on. Downtown is modern and safe, giving the area a very lively atmosphere. The restaurants downtown are upscale yet affordable and there are many places for adults to enjoy the nightlife. In general, La Grange is very pet friendly and the downtown area is a great place for someone to bring their pets to. During the spring and summer months, the restaurants and shops downtown leave water bowls outside for the dogs as their owners stroll down the streets.
The town of La Grange has many traditional events that brings the community together. From May to October in the downtown area, there is a weekly Farmer's Market on Thursdays that provides fresh products, baked goods, and flowers. This weekly event is very popular for the residents of La Grange and other neighboring communities. There are two main art shows that occur annually in La Grange. The Arts & Crafts show in the central business district happens every July, bringing in more than 250 crafters and 15,000 customers. Every September, the West End Arts Festival at the Stone Avenue Train Station offers artwork from more than 150 artists and several food vendors. These events are great for families and the citizens of La Grange to explore the art culture around them. During the holiday season, the village of La Grange holds an event called Hometown Holiday where children can enjoy carolers, costumed characters, horse carriages and many food vendors. It is fun and active way to get the family in the holiday spirit. If you are looking for a friendly, affordable, and safe environment, La Grange is the perfect place for you!
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