A young girl's escape into a world of imagination. Young Zoe is bored; her parents distant and apathetic, ignore her.  Her life has lost all meaning.  Seeking to fill the void of her existence, she slides into an imaginary world - the world of Quidam - where she meets characters who encourage her to free her soul.

Love is in the air! The Village of Hoffman Estates Commission for Senior Citizens is proud to present a Valentine's Day Luncheon on Friday, Feb. 10, at the Village Hall, 1900 Hassell Road. The event starts at noon, with doors opening at 11:30 a.m. The cost is $8 per person, which includes food and entertainment. Seating is limited, and reservations are required. For more information or to make reservations, call 847-781-2606.

The Chicago Slaughter will open the 2012 season at the Sears Centre on Sunday, February 19 at 2:05 p.m. against the Bloomington Edge.  All fans are encouraged to wear RED for the home opener to kick off the IFL season. Prior to kickoff the fans will have the opportunity to receive autographs from players, coaches and dancers.  Show your support for the 2012 Chicago Slaughter at the RED OUT!

For group tickets, partial plans, flex packs or season tickets, contact the Chicago Slaughter at 847.310,3190.

Click here to purchase tickets.

The Village of Hoffman Estates Community Update featuring Mayor William D. McLeod will be held at the Sears Centre Arena and includes a full hot breakfast buffet. To attend register at www.hechamber.com

For details click here.

All Slaughter games are played at the Sears Centre Arena, 5333 Prairie Stone Parkway, Hoffman Estates, IL. Click here for directions.

For a copy of the 2012 Game Schedule click here.

For tickets visit www.chicagoslaughter.com

GET READY! It's the battle of the heavyweights. In the spectacular main event, it's not one, but two legendary Bigfoot Monster Trucks battling the ground pounding field of top Monster Trucks. Witness these incredible car crushing, axle wrenching giants race in side-by-side drags, wheelie shootouts, and amazing freestyle action during this Monster Truck Thrill Show! Also appearing on the fight card will be TRANSAURUS, a fire flinging, car devouring Jurassic dino....along with Lil' Mighty Monsters, the world's youngest monster truck team! get your ringside seat, interact with trucks and drivers and FEEL THE THUNDER!

Everyone purchasing a ticket to a performance is invited to come two hours early for the Free Pit Party and Driver Autograph Session. The monster truck drivers will meet the fans, pose for photos and show off their incredible machines up-close.

Ticket Prices: $17, $35

Groups of 15+ save by calling 847.649.2368 or email Brad.Cranston@searscentre.com

Individual Luxury Suite rentals are available. Call Kari at 847.649.2219 or email kari.cox@searscentre.com