The Chicago, Illinois neighborhood of Clearing lies about 10 miles southwest of the Loop. With Chicago Midway International Airport immediately to the east, the area gives residents easy access to the region's major transportation and business hubs. Developed as a commuter and industrial community in the early 1900s, Clearing retains its suburban flavor with houses and condos for rent that attract a variety of workers in the city.

For a workout in Clearing, locals frequent Hale Park's gym, outdoor swimming pool, playground, and baseball fields. Residents head to the Clearing branch of the public library that features computers, Wi-Fi, scanners, meeting rooms, and large-print books. When stomachs growl, the Karolinka Club answers the call with real homemade pierogi, golabki, zapiekanka, and Zywiec on draft. This popular Polish pub also provides Saturday night dancing, or you can stop by Mr.