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Tinley Park Chamber of Commerce 2017

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active living<br />

The <strong>Tinley</strong> <strong>Park</strong> <strong>Park</strong> District leads the charge in<br />

providing quality recreational programs and facilities in<br />

<strong>Tinley</strong> <strong>Park</strong>. With more than 420 acres <strong>of</strong> parklands and<br />

facilities – including the Tony Bettenhausen Recreation<br />

Center, White Water Canyon and the Vogt Visual Arts<br />

Center – there are plenty <strong>of</strong> things to do for those looking<br />

to get out and get moving!<br />

The Bettenhausen Recreation Center is the central hub and<br />

main <strong>of</strong>fice <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Tinley</strong> <strong>Park</strong> <strong>Park</strong> District. It contains a<br />

gym with three full-length basketball courts, a walking/<br />

jogging track and plenty <strong>of</strong> meeting and activity rooms<br />

that host many <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Park</strong> District’s recreational programs<br />

and events.<br />

Right next door is White Water Canyon Water <strong>Park</strong>,<br />

which <strong>of</strong>fers two slides, a lazy river, a zero-depth entry<br />

pool, a diving board, a sand play area, a spray ground, a<br />

concessions stand and plenty <strong>of</strong> places to just lay out and<br />

lounge.<br />

Right between the Recreation Center and Water <strong>Park</strong><br />

is <strong>Tinley</strong> Fitness, a full-service fitness center that <strong>of</strong>fers<br />

affordable membership plans and daily rates for visitors<br />

who want to maintain their fitness routine. The <strong>Park</strong> District<br />

strives to provide programs and facilities that will increase<br />

options to help residents lead a healthy lifestyle.<br />

residential and commercial<br />

Quality housing in a variety <strong>of</strong> styles and price<br />

ranges are available throughout the <strong>Tinley</strong> <strong>Park</strong><br />

community. Families, retirees, empty-nesters, renters and<br />

young pr<strong>of</strong>essionals alike can find homes suited for their<br />

needs and tastes.<br />

Friendly neighborhoods reflect an appealing assortment<br />

<strong>of</strong> architectural styles. Cape cods, ranches, bungalows,<br />

farmhouses, modern condominiums, townhomes and<br />

upscale single-family homes can be found near the historic<br />

downtown district, in mature neighborhoods and in new<br />

communities.<br />

Lifestyle preferences can help determine the perfect<br />

Village location to call home. Residences near Downtown<br />

<strong>Tinley</strong> are ideal for those who enjoy living within walking<br />

distance <strong>of</strong> shopping, entertainment and the train station.<br />

Newer subdivisions <strong>of</strong>fer large lots and appealing amenities<br />

such as community swimming pools, exercise facilities and<br />

clubhouses. Tree-lined streets with wooded lots afford<br />

residents privacy and natural surroundings.<br />

<strong>Tinley</strong> <strong>Park</strong> also provides many places for senior citizens to<br />

call home, including:<br />

Bickford Senior Living<br />

17301 S. 80th Avenue<br />

(708) 845-5490<br />

Porter Place<br />

17833 S. Harlem Avenue<br />

(708) 782-4077<br />

Brementowne Manor<br />

16130 S. Oak <strong>Park</strong> Avenue<br />

(708) 429-4088<br />

Hanover Place<br />

16851 S. Harlem Avenue<br />

(708) 633-1700<br />

<strong>Tinley</strong> <strong>Park</strong>’s location is perfect for commercial needs as<br />

well. With 46 million people within a 300-mile radius, it’s no<br />

surprise that new and expanding companies find business<br />

success in the area. Both Midway and O’Hare Airports are<br />

easily accessible and a multitude <strong>of</strong> transportation routes<br />

make flying and shipping simple. Furthermore, a wide<br />

assortment <strong>of</strong> full-service businesses in a wide range <strong>of</strong><br />

sizes accommodates a diversity <strong>of</strong> requirements.<br />

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