OakParkApartments.com would like to welcome Zen Life and Meditation Center (ZLMC for short) as one of our newest commercial tenants. Zen Life & Meditation Center of Chicago is a “step-by-step comprehensive curriculum the gives practical tools and guidance for living a transformed, Zen-inspired life.” This curriculum educates its participants on how to live a “life […]
Over 10,000 Votes Cast During 25th Anniversary Charity Contest!
At OakParkApartments.com, community has mattered for 25 years. Since founding what is now the Oak Park area’s largest apartment rental operation in 1986, brothers Bill and Bob Planek have worked to make Oak Park a better place. To celebrate the company’s anniversary, the Planek’s decided to give away $2,025 each month to six charities. And to […]
Derby Lite: Fun & Fitness for Women Old Enough to Know Better!
OakParkApartment.com likes to shine the spot light (in this case a disco ball may be more appropriate) on its commercial tenants. Today’s featured tenant, Derby Lite, is the belle of our ball at OakParkApartments.com’s indoor sports training facility, The ARC. Everyone knows about roller derby, but did you know that roller derby’s origins reach all […]
And The September (And Final) Winner Is…..
Animal Care League! OakParkApartments.com would like to congratulate Animal Care League for being our 6th and final charity to win $2,025 in our 25th anniversary charity giveaway. As part of the contest rules the vote totals from month to month were “rolled over” so that each charity’s hard work was not lost. With every […]
Ernest Hemingway – A Part of Oak Park’s Rich History
OakParkApartments.com loves its community and the historical flavor that is an integral part of what makes Oak Park a truly unique place to live. Ernest Hemingway is one such remarkable historical figure whose roots began in Oak Park. OakParkApartments.com has decided to share with its’ readers a little Hemingway “FYI”. Ernest was born on July […]
Trattoria 225
OakParkApartments.com likes to feature the businesses that rent in our commercial properties and Trattoria 225 is a definite favorite because, quite simply, we like the food!! Trattoria has been a mainstay restaurant and bar in the Harrison Street Arts District for many years and provides the neighborhood with a great place to dine on delicious […]
Oak-Toberfest, Art on Harrison and Barrie Fest – Oh My!
OakParkApartments.com is looking forward to some weekend revelry and wanted to share info about what is going on in our village. First off, there is OakToberfest. OakToberfest is happening this weekend, September 16th and 17th in downtown Oak Park. The event includes music, beer and food for the adults. Kiddies have the root beer garden […]
Oak Park Can Make a Difference!
Oak Park is a incredible community with a huge heart. Since starting our 25th anniversary charity contest OakParkApartments.com has been amazed at the number of non-profit organizations that are located in Oak Park. From food pantries to services for the developmentally delayed, animal shelters to medical services for needy children, Oak Park’s efforts to positively […]
And The August Winner is……
Oak Leyden Developmental Services! OakParkApartments.com would like to congratulate Oak Leyden Developmental Services on achieving a hard fought win for their charity! August was another down to the wire, anyone could pull away with a win, contest between many amazing charities – 4 who were especially duking it out at the end. OakParkApartments.com would like […]
8 Voting Days Left
The end of August – back to school thoughts, grabbing a last beach day, watching preseason football on T.V. , a crispness to the air that is a reprieve to the summer heat – all come to mind. But wait don’t let August end without casting a vote in OakParkApartments.com’s 25th anniversary charity contest! There […]