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  • Shop Around the Corner

    Raffia’s return to Prospect: Plenty of excitement has been generated by this family-run gift shop’s return to its roots on Prospect Ave.

    By Trent Modglin
    October 6, 2023
    By Trent Modglin Raffia Gifts Location: 13 S. Prospect, near the Pickwick Theater in the former Yvonne Estelle’s location. RaffiaGifts.com Open seven days a ...
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  • Shop Around the Corner

    Shop Around the Corner: Fashionable trends, a welcoming environment and personalized styling sessions at 2 Sisters Boutique A & L in Park Ridge

    By Trent Modglin
    April 15, 2023
    2 Sisters Boutique A&L 33 S. Prospect Ave. in Park Ridge
 847-698-3808 Shop2SistersPR.com

 By Trent Modglin History in short: Owner Natalie Amabile was a ...
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  • Shop Around the Corner

    Holiday shopping fun: Come explore a quartet of wonderfully festive Park Ridge stores with us

    By Trent Modglin
    November 23, 2022
    Marigold 29 S. Prospect Ave. in Park Ridge 224-985-3135 ShopEdie.com Come check out… **Cute and festive peppermint and nutcracker collection **Chocolate cocoa mix stocking ...
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  • Shop Around the Corner

    Summer fashions: Check out some of the trendy, warm-weather items available at Edie Boutique, Marigold, Raffia Gifts and Sooo Cute Boutique

    By Trent Modglin
    June 24, 2022
    Edie Boutique 27 S. Prospect Ave. in Park Ridge ShopEdie.com Edie Boutique in Uptown is your summer dress headquarters. So many styles to fit ...
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  • Shop Around the Corner

    Shop Around the Corner: Never the same store twice, Raffia Gifts offers a wide variety of unique gift ideas — as well as a personal touch

    By Trent Modglin
    March 15, 2022
    By Trent Modglin 141 N. Northwest Highway in Uptown Park Ridge RaffiaGifts.com 847-825-7734 The history: Emily Larson, born and raised in Park Ridge, is ...
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  • Shop Around the Corner

    Holiday shopping spotlight: Explore all the festive finds at Marigold, Raffia Gifts, Edie Boutique, Sooo Cute Boutique, Sandberg Jewelers and Amphora

    By Trent Modglin
    November 25, 2021
    Marigold photo by Nikki Allen Creative Marigold 29 S. Prospect in Park Ridge ShopEdie.com Store vibes: This is a beautiful, bright and friendly store ...
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  • Shop Around the Corner

    Shop Around the Corner: Experience a stunning showroom, elegant jewelry and a 102-year history of satisfied clients at Sandberg Jewelers

    By Trent Modglin
    July 7, 2021
    Sandberg Jewelers 7096 Carpenter Road in Skokie’s Village Crossing shopping center 847-676-4367 SandbergJewelers.com At first glance: This is a big, bright and beautiful showroom ...
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    Shop Around the Corner: Classic styles blended with a modern look — and a focus on statement pieces — at the new Sooo Cute Boutique in Park Ridge

    By Trent Modglin
    March 19, 2021
    Location: 7 S. Prospect Ave. in Park Ridge SoooCuteBoutique.com Facebook: @SoooCuteBoutique Instagram: @sooocutepr A love of retail: Vania’s love of retail, clothing and accessories ...
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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.

The Real Park Ridge is printed and distributed seasonally four times per year (December, March, June and September) to thousands of Park Ridge homes, as well as more than 150 area restaurants, bars, boutiques, coffee shops, salons, spas, offices and hotels. Make sure to sign up for our e-mail newsletter and download our new digital app for the latest events, deals and feature articles.

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"We used @jumpguypartyrentals to rent bounce house "We used @jumpguypartyrentals to rent bounce houses for our neighborhood block party, and they were great. Easy to work with, affordable and with a huge selection of options (even water slides, interactive games, concessions, photo booths, tables and chairs, etc.). It’s like a one-stop shop for all your party needs." — T.D.

For more local recommendations from our recent issue, head to TheRealParkRidge.com
A wonderful night celebrating all the great people A wonderful night celebrating all the great people and businesses in town at the annual @parkridgechamber Night of the Stars celebration.
What better way to celebrate @ritasofparkridge ope What better way to celebrate @ritasofparkridge opening for the season here in Park Ridge this Sunday, March 1, than by downloading the Rita's app to unlock freebies, earn rewards, and find out the latest Rita’s news right as it happens! 

https://www.ritasice.com/location/ritas-of-park-ridge-ilWhat better way to celebrate
From our recent issue... Local recommendations in From our recent issue...

Local recommendations include @peace.pelvic.health @northwindexteriors @jumpguypartyrentals @mbdmartialarts @chiccouturebeauty @familytreechiropractic and much more

Read it all here: therealparkridge.com
Take the kids over to the new @parkridgecoin in So Take the kids over to the new @parkridgecoin in South Park this Saturday from 2-5pm for another Pokémon Trade Night. The first 10 people get free Pokemon packs. If they’re also into sports trading cards, there’s a nice collection to peruse as well.
Brutal news to hear @illuminatedbrewworks will be Brutal news to hear @illuminatedbrewworks will be closing in Norwood Park at the end of June. We’ve gotten to know these guys a fair bit over the last few years and they were regulars at the Park Ridge Market after Dark @mad60068 tasting tents, so this one hits home. Show your support by stopping in for a beer (or a case to go) or hitting one of their events coming up.
What’s new at @raffiagifts on Prospect Avenue: Ple What’s new at @raffiagifts on Prospect Avenue: Plenty of great spices, salsas, sauces and spreads from Finch + Fennel are in stock right now. Perfect for your own kitchen, dinner parties and prepping for summers on the patio.
Sure, you’ve enjoyed their delicious small bites, Sure, you’ve enjoyed their delicious small bites, impressive wine selection and cozy vibes, but were you aware that @patinawinebar is now open for lunch seven days a week? 

Also, check out their popular wine club, with offers like a $25.99 one-bottle plan, where members receive one hand-selected bottle and a complimentary wine flight each month, 10% off retail wines, 15% off private cellar wines while dining in, and early access to private wine dinners and events. For $45.99 each month, you receive the same discounts but with two bottles and two wine flights included. 

Read more about this offer in the Inside Scoop section of our upcoming spring issue. 112 S. Prospect Ave in Park Ridge. PatinaWineBar.com
We know it’s still mid-February, but it sure feels We know it’s still mid-February, but it sure feels like spring out there. So with the warm weather in mind, we thought we’d send out a little save-the-date notice: The @parkridgechamber Spring Wine Walk is April 26, the @parkridgefarmersmarket kicks off May 23, and the first of three Market after Dark @mad60068 events is May 30. Get ready... and read more about each in the upcoming spring issue of The Real Park Ridge
Good times at the @penniesforpennyville beer tasti Good times at the @penniesforpennyville beer tasting fundraiser (Abrewham Drinkin’) last week at @uneannee Brewery in Niles. Great beer, BBQ and people supporting a great cause. 

You can read more about this new Park Ridge non-profit in our winter issue: therealparkridge.com
It sure feels like spring is around the corner, so It sure feels like spring is around the corner, so head into @shop2sisters to check out the new styles in season. We’ll be smelling flowers and enjoying festivals in no time
From the archives... Park Ridge Insider Dave Cook From the archives... 
Park Ridge Insider Dave Cook, aka “the @4feldco guy”

Best meal you’ve had recently: “That would have to be @carmines_rosemont because I have a soft spot for their monstrous chicken Milanese and crispy Brussels sprouts.”

Read the spotlight here: https://therealparkridge.com/park-ridge-insider-dave-cook-the-feldco-guy/
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