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  • Park Ridge Insider Vinnie Fosco on Main Street’s revival, dining at Harp & Fiddle and Thalaiva’s Indian Kitchen, and relaxing at Grand Geneva Resort

  • Lots of happenings: Movies in the Park, magic shows, Sweet & Arts camp, Beer Under Glass and deals at Gabriel’s Closet, Like New Auto Spa and Elements Massage

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

  • Inside Scoop: Summer concerts and Movies in the Park return via the Park Ridge Park District

  • Park Ridge Insider Nikki Allen on Cindy’s rooftop, cocktails at Pennyville Station, gifts at Marigold and weekends in Galena

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    Getting ahead: Park Ridge’s new Everbrook Academy offers STEAM-focused education to help children better navigate the world around them

    By Trent Modglin
    July 13, 2021
    “Is my child ready for elementary school?” If you’re the parent of a young child, or children, chances are you’ve asked yourself this question. ...
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    Small business spotlight: For two decades, the family-owned Home Comfort Services, Inc. has been taking care of all your HVAC needs

    By Trent Modglin
    July 1, 2021
    6881 N. Milwaukee Ave. in Niles 847-306-6602 HomeComfort.net Q: Describe the pride Home Comfort has in being a family-owned company A: At Home Comfort, ...
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    Lake Geneva escape: A picturesque town on a sprawling lake that’s just over an hour away. What’s not to love?

    By Trent Modglin
    June 24, 2021
    Photo: Lake Geneva Cruise Line By Trent Modglin It’s not like Lake Geneva is a hidden gem in southern Wisconsin. It is, however, a ...
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    Pick your patio: Here’s your guide to outdoor drinks and eats in Park Ridge and the surrounding area

    By Trent Modglin
    June 21, 2021
    Café Touche 6731 N. Northwest Highway 773-775-0909 CafeTouche.com This Edison Park tribute to the casual eateries of France is the pride of Zagat award-winning ...
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    Small business spotlight: Dr. Julie Davis from Davis & Engert Dentistry, a nearly four-decade staple in Park Ridge

    By Trent Modglin
    May 13, 2021
    Davis & Engert 20 Main Street in Park Ridge. DentistInParkRidge.com 847-698-2161 The family connection to Park Ridge: Davis & Engert Dentistry was started by ...
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    The pampered life: Surviving my first “gentleman’s facial” at Beautifully New Med Spa — and possibly getting hooked

    By Trent Modglin
    April 22, 2021
    By Trent Modglin It’s not every day you’re recruited to receive a “gentleman’s facial” from a high-end medical spa. So, of course, I head ...
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    Burger bonanza: We’re blessed with plenty of great burger options in the Park Ridge area, and here are a few favorites

    By Trent Modglin
    March 29, 2021
    The Beacon burger at The Beacon Tap 1374 Lee Street in Des Plaines 847-715-2772 TheBeaconTap.com This fun sports bar in nearby Des Plaines has ...
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    Goode Plumbing to the rescue: Avoid the sewer backup disaster we experienced and install a flood-control system now

    By Trent Modglin
    March 5, 2021
    By Trent Modglin I’m not entirely sure if there’s a world record for the number of times the Weather Channel app can be refreshed ...
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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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    July 29, 2021

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    By Trent Modglin
    July 17, 2021

  • Lots of happenings: Movies in the Park, magic shows, Sweet & Arts camp, Beer Under ...

    By Trent Modglin
    July 14, 2021

  • Getting ahead: Park Ridge’s new Everbrook Academy offers STEAM-focused education to help children better navigate ...

    By Trent Modglin
    July 13, 2021

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The Centennial Aquatic Center is addictive… espe The Centennial Aquatic Center is addictive… especially for our swim-crazed 7-year-old. Credit to the @parkridgeparks for keeping it so clean, safe and enjoyable for all ages, not to mention filled with some great tunes for the parents! #therealparkridge #summervibes #swimming
Q&A with @bridgetbrosnanmurphy from the Dave Murph Q&A with @bridgetbrosnanmurphy from the Dave Murphy Team at @daprileproperties about the current real estate market in Park Ridge and their long-standing ties to Lake Geneva #parkridgeillinois #realestate https://therealparkridge.com/qa-with-bridget-murphy-from-the-dave-murphy-team-at-daprile-properties-about-the-current-real-estate-market-in-park-ridge-and-their-long-standing-ties-to-lake-geneva/
Just hanging out, climbing the Skyscraper tower be Just hanging out, climbing the Skyscraper tower before zip lining across a lake at the new @theforgelemont — look for the article online next week and in our fall issue this September. In the meantime, use code PARKRIDGE20 to get 20% off your adventure at ForgeParks.com #therealparkridge #theforgelemontquarries #adventure
Brother visiting means a good little late lunch — salmon sandwich, truffle fries and @rogueales Batsquatch hazy IPA — at @theharpandfiddle today. So reliable and tasty. It’s 5 o’clock somewhere. #therealparkridge #eatlocal
Looking for a little Sunday Funday or just want to Looking for a little Sunday Funday or just want to beat the heat and get the day started off right with friends or family? @tavernpointchi in Edison Park has an excellent weekend brunch from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. with a variety of scrumptious options. Reservations: https://bit.ly/TOTP_Reservations Check out our Good Eats feature from the summer issue: https://therealparkridge.com/good-eats-at-tavern-on-the-point-elevated-comfort-food-stylish-ambiance-and-an-incredible-rooftop-deck-in-edison-park/
Great night out with family and neighbors at the C Great night out with family and neighbors at the Concert in the Park from the @parkridgeparks. Takeout dinner from @thalaivasindiankitchen, @phasethreebrew and @mikerphonebrewing beers from @wehavegreatbeerpr and cocktails from @sweetandtartshoppe (the night’s sponsor) made for a great Park Ridge evening. #therealparkridge #whywemovedhere #summer
Plans Friday night? Join the @parkridgeparks this Plans Friday night? Join the @parkridgeparks this Friday night, July 23 at Hodges Park (101 Courtland Ave.) to listen to the Irish band Fagan and Friends perform from 8-9:30 p.m. Prior to the concert, watch the @trinityirishdancers perform a show at 7:15 p.m., then participate in a quick lesson to learn some Irish dance steps. Don’t forget to grab a picnic basket dinner for the kids, adults or the whole family from the concert sponsor, @sweetandtartshoppe just across the street. And maybe a few of their fantastic cocktails too...
When your 7-year-old decides to treat his cousins When your 7-year-old decides to treat his cousins and family to @triplescoopdicecream using his own gift card, it’s a proud moment indeed. And a tasty way to cap off a full day. #therealparkridge #summer #icecream
As summer days go at the Centennial Park Pool, thi As summer days go at the Centennial Park Pool, this one was pretty good, especially while entertaining the nieces from NYC. Glad the @parkridgeparks doesn’t have an age limit on the water slides because this guy may just have enjoyed them more than the kids. #therealparkridge #summer
Park Ridge Insider Vinnie Fosco on Main Street’s Park Ridge Insider Vinnie Fosco on Main Street’s revival, dining at @theharpandfiddle and @thalaivasindiankitchen and relaxing at @grand_geneva #therealparkridge https://therealparkridge.com/park-ridge-insider-vinnie-fosco-on-main-streets-revival-dining-at-harp-fiddle-and-thalaivas-indian-kitchen-and-relaxing-at-grand-geneva-resort/
Thoroughly impressed by the new @wheelandsprocket Thoroughly impressed by the new @wheelandsprocket bike store on Northwest Highway in Park Ridge. Well-supplied and well-staffed to take care of all your biking needs. Lots of exciting things happening in Village Green shopping center now with @kickhouse_parkridge @dickpondparkridge @goldfish_parkridge @cleanjuiceparkridge @donjuanscantina and more. #therealparkridge #supportlocalbusiness
Thanks to great local businesses like @cleanjuicep Thanks to great local businesses like @cleanjuiceparkridge for displaying The Real Park Ridge magazine for their customers to grab. And thanks for the free kids’ smoothies on Mondays with the purchase of a regular smoothie. Highly recommend the “So Basic One” smoothie with strawberries, bananas, almond butter, almond milk and maple syrup. #therealparkridge #smoothietime #eathealthy
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