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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

  • Inside Scoop: Private rental opportunities abound at the new Oakton Sports Complex

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  • Inside Scoop: Market After Dark July 25, the National Sports Collectors Convention in Rosemont July 29-Aug. 2, Concerts in the Park and Jazzin’ at the Shedd

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    Chef favorites: We asked local chefs and restaurant owners for their favorite dishes that are perfect for fall

    By Trent Modglin
    September 18, 2026
    Don Juan’s Cantina We asked local chefs and restaurant owners for their favorite dishes that are perfect for fall By Trent Modglin Don Juan’s ...
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    First Look Review: The sharp, captivating and disturbing Adolescent Salvation playing at Theater Wit

    By Trent Modglin
    September 9, 2026
    Sharp, surprising, captivating and disturbing, this sleepover gone wrong captures the messy contradictions of teenage life First Look Review: Adolescent Salvation Playing at Theater ...
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    Night on the town: Date night ideas abound along the Chicago River and Millennium Park

    By Trent Modglin
    September 8, 2026
    City Winery on the Riverwalk  By Trent Modglin If you haven’t experienced the Chicago Riverwalk yet, let’s just say you’re definitely overdue. Completed back ...
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    Local charity spotlight: Have Dreams celebrates 30 years of helping those with autism reach their full potential

    By Trent Modglin
    September 6, 2026
    Celebrating 30 years of offering a variety of programs and services to help those with autism reach their full potential A little history: Back ...
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    First-timer’s club: Stepping out of your normal comfort zone and into your first session at Kickhouse Park Ridge

    By Trent Modglin
    August 28, 2026
    Through Sept. 21, 2026, get two weeks of unlimited sessions and free boxing gloves to keep for just $22 By Max Dudek Initial thoughts ...
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    Summer getaway: We gathered a few of our favorites from the uniquely charming Door County peninsula

    By Trent Modglin
    July 17, 2026
    By Trent Modglin It’s easy to fall under the spell of Door County, given its quaint, approachable charm and beauty. You can sightsee, swim, ...
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  • Rita's ice-cream truck with red-and-white stripes and a smiling staffer at the service window beside a frozen coffee sign and flavor menu.
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    Did you know? Fun, helpful info from local businesses like Rita’s Italian Ice, Home Comfort and PowHerHouse Fitness

    By Trent Modglin
    June 29, 2026
    Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard offers catering and a food truck for all your events As if Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard ...
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  • Outdoor evening market/bar scene with string lights, a wooden bar, and groups of people gathered around barrel tables under a dark blue sky as tents glow with warmth.
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    Hidden gems: Macushla Brewing, H Mart’s Korean food court, and Rand Red Hots

    By Trent Modglin
    June 6, 2026
    Macushla Brewing Co. Located on the northeast corner of Waukegan Road and Lake Avenue, next to the famous Hackney’s restaurant, this quaint brewery opened ...
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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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From our big new fall issue... From the bone-in s From our big new fall issue... From the bone-in short rib at @tavernpointchi and jambalaya at @theharpandfiddle to the Spanakopita Benedict at @eliacafe_ and carne asada at @donjuanscantina and more, we asked local chefs and restaurant owners for their favorite dishes that are perfect for fall Read the feature now at TheRealParkRidge.com
It's all happening this Saturday, Sept. 19 in Hodg It's all happening this Saturday, Sept. 19 in Hodges Park at the annual Trucktoberfest from the @parkridgeparks — kids activities, music, games, food, drink and more.
The monthly wine dinner at @theharpandfiddle takes The monthly wine dinner at @theharpandfiddle takes on a French flair on Wednesday, Sept. 30, with proceeds benefiting the @parkridgechamber The fun kicks off at 7 p.m. Call (847) 720-4466 to reserve your space today. Honestly, we were sold just reading that pork tenderloin cordon bleu description...
This is one busy fall season in the area, and The This is one busy fall season in the area, and The Real Park Ridge magazine will get you all organized on upcoming events. Check out the Inside Scoop section from the new fall issue, with details on great events like the @parkridgeparks Trucktoberfest Sept. 19, @sketchbookbrew Oktoberfest Sept. 18-20, the @chicago_gourmet Sept. 23-27, Rosetoberfest in Rosemont’s @parkwaybankpark Sept. 26, the first annual @parkridgechamber Pumpkin Palooza Oct. 3, @olsonsaceparkridge Harvest Fest Oct. 10, @theharpandfiddle Cook-Off Oct. 11 and much, much more. Read it all now at TheRealParkRidge.com in the Inside Scoop section
Ohhh, lookie here. This fall issue is our biggest Ohhh, lookie here. This fall issue is our biggest yet (did you know we’ve expand the distribution of every issue for 6+ years?), and loaded with features on @thalaivasindiankitchen … chef’s choice dishes at restaurants like @fireandwinege @donjuanscantina @cafe.touche and @theharpandfiddle … info on tons of fall events like Trucktoberfest from the @parkridgeparks and the new Pumpkin Palooza from the @parkridgechamber … shopping at the new @animahausco boutique in South Park, Q&As with Dimitris from @dimarkocoffee and Justin Schuring from Centennial Fitness Center, exploring hormone optimization with @uptownmedspaparkridge … spotlights on five new businesses in town, jazzy date night ideas in Chicago, and much, much more. Happy reading... and keep an eye out for some fun new announcements coming soon.
Foodie spotlight dish of the week: Steak frites at Foodie spotlight dish of the week: Steak frites at @cafe.touche in Edison Park (you’ll find this dish featured in our big fall issue) Touché’s version of this Parisian staple is a thick 12-ounce NY strip or eight-ounce filet, cooked to your liking with a bordelaise (wine-and-marrow-based brown sauce) or au poivre (bold, creamy peppercorn pan sauce), all with a pad of butter melting over the top as it arrives at your table. Worth mentioning, too, that Wednesdays are half-price bottles of wine at Touche, and martinis are $8 on Thursdays.
First Look Review: Adolescent Salvation at @theate First Look Review: Adolescent Salvation at @theaterwit Sharp, surprising, captivating and disturbing, this sleepover gone wrong captures the messy contradictions of teenage lifestyle Read the review from our new fall issue here. TheRealParkRidge.com
Save the date: On Saturday, Oct. 3, the @parkridge Save the date: On Saturday, Oct. 3, the @parkridgechamber presents the first ever Pumpkin Palooza in Park Ridge. Located in the Park Ridge Farmers Market / @mad60068 lot behind Main Street and featuring live entertainment, local restaurants, beverages, kids activities and more, it'll be a fun way to celebrate the fall season in town. Keep an eye out for more details coming soon.
Night on the town: Late summer/early fall date nig Night on the town: Late summer/early fall date night ideas abound along the Chicago River and Millennium Park Read the feature now at TheRealParkRidge.com
Local charity spotlight: @have.dreams is celebrati Local charity spotlight: @have.dreams is celebrating 30 years of offering a variety of programs and services to help those with autism reach their full potential Read the feature now at TheRealParkRidge.com
Big sale happening this weekend at @shop2sisters Big sale happening this weekend at @shop2sisters
Foodie spotlight dish of the week: The carne asada Foodie spotlight dish of the week: The carne asada à la tampiqueña con un chile relleno from @donjuanscantina After four decades in business, rest assured they know a thing or two about delicious skirt steak. And to sweeten up your week, it just so happens Wednesday is half-price wine night and Thursday is half-off margarita pitchers.
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