Hall of Fame, 1999 - Averaged 10 million in sales 5 years in a row
Left: Lisa Sanford and President Alan Saabag
Kankakee County
Formerly known as North Kankakee, Bradley has emerged as the primary shopping hub of Kankakee County. Since 1990, when the Northfield Square Mall opened, Bradley has attracted many businesses including Target, Best Buy, Michael’s, Marshalls, Hobby Lobby, Barnes and Noble and several others. The Village of Bradley is not only the place for your shopping needs, but there are also various dining establishments for your dining pleasure-such as Red Lobster, Olive Garden, Noodles & Company, Panera, Texas Roadhouse, Buffalo Wild Wings and countless others.
Lisa’s Picks: “A favorite is the free outdoor summer concerts at Perry Farm where you can relax on a blanket or lawn chair, or perhaps play Frisbee while you listen to the music under the stars. Another wonderful family friendly outing is to bundle up in the beginning of December for the Christmas Parade that goes down Broadway Street and ends with an exciting finale with Santa and his reindeer.”
Village Contact Information:
Village of Bradley
147 S. Michigan Ave
Bradley, IL. 60915
815-932-2125
https://bradleyil.org/
Mayor: Mike Watson
Bourbonnais, a town of many names- “The Village of Friendship”, Home to the Chicago Bears Training Camp at Olivet Nazarene University and known as “Home” to more than 18,000 residents! Conveniently located off Interstate 57 and just 60 miles south of the Chicago Loop, Bourbonnais, is a wonderful place to call home. Bourbonnais features a variety of dining options as well as many recreational opportunities. Be sure to visit the nearby Kankakee River State Park for hiking, camping, fishing, and horseback riding.
Lisa’s Pick: “Visit the Friendship Festival during the month of June. There are carnival rides, a variety of music, local vendor booths, and a parade that goes from the campus of Olivet Nazarene University throughout the rest of the village.”
Village Contact Information:
Village of Bourbonnais
600 Main St. N. W
Bourbonnais, IL. 60914
815-937-3570
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www.villageofbourbonnais.com
Mayor: Paul Schore
Founded in 1854, Kankakee is home to the 133 mile Kankakee River. The Kankakee River is the defining landmark and vital resource of the community. Not only is the River utilized by the water company and for generating electricity via the dam, it is also a source of recreational actives such as fishing, canoeing and boating. The Park District includes 28 parks totaling 600 acres for recreational fun such as hiking, camping, tennis, playgrounds and more. If you prefer the arts, you’ll enjoy the productions of the Kankakee Valley Theatre and Acting Out Theatre companies. The Kankakee Valley Symphony, the Community Arts Council, along with the historic Frank Lloyd Wright, Riverview Historic District and Governor Small Museum, will immerse you in Kankakee’s culture.
Lisa’s Pick: “The Farmer’s Market is the place to be on Saturday mornings, from early spring to late fall. Creative vendors often give tasty free samples. Listen to the variety of music with fellow neighbors or people from surrounding counties.
City Contact Information:
City of Kankakee
304 S Indiana Ave
Kankakee, IL 60901
(815) 933-0502
www.citykankakee-il.com
Mayor: Chasity Wells-Armstrong
