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  • Inside Scoop: Fall events galore like Sketchbook Brewing’s Oktoberfest, Rosetoberfest, Pumpkin Palooza, Chicago Gourmet, Ace Hardware’s Harvest Fest, Spirits of Park Ridge, Trunk or Treat and more

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    Great causes: Park Ridge holiday food and toy drives and a chili cookoff and Christfiddle Market at Harp & Fiddle

    By Trent Modglin
    November 19, 2020
    Kiwanis holiday basket food drive — donate by Nov. 20 Join District 64 and Kiwanis of Park Ridge in supporting our community this holiday ...
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    Chicago’s iconic One of a Kind Show launches its virtual holiday market Nov. 12–Dec. 6

    By Trent Modglin
    November 12, 2020
    One of Chicago’s favorite holiday traditions, the One of a Kind Holiday Show — which usually runs at theMART (formerly the Merchandise Mart) — ...
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    Oktoberfest in Rosemont: Hofbrauhaus Chicago’s seasonal celebration runs through Oct. 31

    By Trent Modglin
    October 19, 2020
    Hofbräuhaus Chicago, located in Rosemont’s Parkway Bank Park entertainment district, has its Oktoberfest celebration running through Oct. 31 with live Bavarian entertainment, traditional lederhosen ...
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    Halloween fun from the Park Ridge Park District: S’mores, drive-thru trunk or treat, and house decorating contest

    By Trent Modglin
    October 1, 2020
    S’more Stories, Songs & Strolls Oct. 23 The entire family will enjoy the peaceful night air while sitting around a fire listening to stories, ...
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    Hitting the Park Ridge jackpot: How a global pandemic helped showcase how great our neighborhood really is

    By Trent Modglin
    September 30, 2020
    By Trent Modglin Many of you reading this probably have a move-from-the-city story. It seems like most people we meet in Park Ridge lived ...
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    Inside Scoop: Park Ridge farmers’ market runs through October; Sweet & Tart Shoppe, Poke Burrito, Clean Juice and Kate Spade open

    By Trent Modglin
    September 17, 2020
    Park Ridge Farmers’ Market runs through October Committed to bringing local farmers and artisans from around the Midwest to Uptown Park Ridge, the Farmers’ ...
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    The Park Ridge Park District is here for all your recreational needs this fall

    By Trent Modglin
    September 15, 2020
    Are you hoping to get out of the house for a while this fall and have some fun? Check out what the Park Ridge ...
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    Making a difference: Park Ridge police, Pennyville Station, Give In Kind and deputy clerk among those putting others first

    By Trent Modglin
    May 20, 2020
    By Trent Modglin Pretty sure we all could use some good news right about now. With all the uncertainty and stress we’ve experienced the ...
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The Real Chicago — an eye-catching, family friendly entertainment magazine for active locals and tourists — originally launched in 2006. It now has a sister publication: The Real Park Ridge. Proud to be servicing our new home in Park Ridge, as well as the surrounding areas of Rosemont, Niles, Des Plaines, Mt. Prospect and NW Chicago.

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The Kid Zone section from our fall issue includes… The Kid Zone section from our fall issue includes… the quirky fun at @museumofillusions_chicago @playballdirect batting cages and instruction in Mount Prospect And the last two weekends of @goebberts_ Fall Fest Read the feature now at TheRealParkRidge.com
"Most people are surprised at the incredible worko "Most people are surprised at the incredible workout they can get in just 15-30 minutes. It’s is a unique, efficient, and effective way to fit fitness into a busy schedule.” — @hotworxparkridge general manager Nicole Paus Read more about HOTWORX on Northwest Highway and five other new businesses that have opened recently at TheRealParkRidge.com
A great little Bears-watching fundraiser for the @ A great little Bears-watching fundraiser for the @parkridgechamber is coming up this Thursday at @eliacafe_ on NW Highway. Come watch Caleb and the boys handle the Patriots with some delicious eats and fun community vibes.
Get ready for the fun annual Witches Night Out nig Get ready for the fun annual Witches Night Out night out at @ashwillowsalon and @renatasorganics in South Park tonight
We were delighted to be invited to the grand openi We were delighted to be invited to the grand opening of the beautiful new @bricktonmontessorischool location at 1695 S. River Rd in Des Plaines last month. After a two-year renovation, the finished product is something to behold, and it was difficult to decide who was more excited about the new facility: the kids, the staff or the parents. Brickton.org
Quite the working lunch today at the Edison Park f Quite the working lunch today at the Edison Park favorite @cafe.touche which included one of the best smash burgers we’ve had to date (think sautéed onions, cheddar, pickles and 1000 island). A stellar chicken salad and Cubano sandwich (with pulled pork pork, ham, avocado, pickles, gruyere cheese, and Cajun-dijon mustard) too.
Time to grab your team for the Park Ridge - Friend Time to grab your team for the Park Ridge - Friends of the Parks annual Trivia Night fundraiser Saturday, November 14 from 6-10 p.m. Prospect Park’s O’Connor Building 733 N. Prospect Ave. in Park Ridge Doors open at 6 p.m. | Trivia starts promptly at 7 p.m. This event is adults only, 21+ $360 per team (up to eight players) Registration includes: * Eight rounds of trivia * Pasta and salad from fire + wine * Soft drinks and 24 drink tickets per team (Drink tickets may be used for beer, wine, or hard seltzer.) Teams are encouraged to create a team name and decorate their table. Registration closes Nov. 8 (or earlier if it sells out). prfriendsoftheparks.org
From our big fall issue, a spotlight on six new bu From our big fall issue, a spotlight on six new businesses in town. Welcome to Park Ridge: @brew.pkr @barestudioesthetics Mandram by @thalaivasindiankitchen @hotworxparkridge @hellohollyparkridge @ivnparkridge Read the feature now at therealparkridge.com
The Real Park Ridge deal of the week: By now we ce The Real Park Ridge deal of the week: By now we certainly hope you know all about the @fireandwinege half-price pasta special on Mondays, but are you aware it’s also the perfect spot to unwind for happy hour Monday through Thursday from 4-5:30 p.m. and Fridays from 3-5:30 p.m.? In the bar and lounge area, you can enjoy all of your favorite small plates at half off their regular menu price, along with a rotating selection of featured $8 wines, $10 signature cocktails, and $5 select draft beers. 608 W. Touhy, C2 in Park Ridge https://www.fireandwine.net/park-ridge-fire-and-wine
This Sunday, Oct. 11, check out the @parkridgepark This Sunday, Oct. 11, check out the @parkridgeparks open house at Centennial Fitness Center, where guests will have free admission all day to try out the facility and various group fitness classes. Special membership deals will be available Sunday as well.
Soaking up as much of this 70s weather as possible Soaking up as much of this 70s weather as possible on the patio at @wehavegreatbeerpr with a stellar Southern Tuba hazy IPA from @roaringtable and an @alarmistbrewing Crispy Boy pilsner (thanks to @pollyannabrewingcompany for keeping it alive)
From our big fall issue out now... @parkridgepark From our big fall issue out now... @parkridgeparks Q&A: Justin Schuring on the variety of the membership options, fun classes this fall, and the welcoming atmosphere at Centennial Fitness Center “There is definitely an upbeat, positive energy every day here at the CFC. … And I think people are surprised about the value of our membership options and what’s included in that membership.” Read the interview at TheRealParkRidge.com
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