The name Winnetka is claimed to have been found in a book, meaning beautiful land in a local Native American language. An affluent suburb in Cook County that's known for its lavish homes, plentiful recreational activities and for one of the finest high schools in the country (New Trier High School), Winnetka was also the site of the house that was made famous by the movie, "Home Alone." New Trier High School, a nationally renowned public school, is located in Winnetka. Presidents Bill Clinton and George W. Bush each held private fundraising dinners in private homes in Winnetka, Illinois. President Clinton visited in 1996. President Bush visited the home of Patrick Ryan on July 22, 2004. The dinner was a private fundraiser for the Republican Party. First Lady Laura Bush and her daughters later visited the same home on September 24, 2004 for a fundraiser that focused on women's issues.

Attractions:
A.C. Nielsen Tennis Center, shopping in three distinctive shopping areas, the Indian Hill Area, the Elm Street Area, and the Hubbard Woods Area. Winnetka has four incredible beaches (one of them dog-friendly), and offers golfing, ice skating, sailing and boating. There is always something to do in Winnetka.