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    Did you know? — Important and helpful info from local businesses like Triple Scoop’d, Ash & Willow, @properties and Divine Vending

    By Trent Modglin
    March 11, 2026
    Besides great ice cream, Triple Scoop’d also offers catering for events and customized cakes and treats Everyone loves ice cream, and not just in ...
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    Small-business spotlight: Vertical Chimney 


    By Trent Modglin
    February 11, 2026
    Comfort, safety and cleanliness have been at the core of this business for nearly 40 years (847) 766-6500
 VerticalChimney.com

 Q: Vertical Chimney has been ...
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    Local charity spotlight: Pennies for Pennyville

    By Trent Modglin
    January 31, 2026
    This new charitable organization in Park Ridge is focused on the idea of building a more connected, more compassionate community Pennies for Pennyville Q&A ...
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    Night on the town: Candlelight U2 concert with a string quartet, dinner and rooftop cocktails in Wicker Park

    By Trent Modglin
    January 19, 2026
    The following is part of a new series on unique date-night ideas By Trent Modglin Coming up with creative date-night ideas should be relatively ...
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    Did you know? — Important info from local businesses like Northwind Exteriors, Home Comfort, Allstate, Peace Pelvic Health and YSB Legal

    By Trent Modglin
    January 6, 2026
    Northwind Exteriors can help with damaging roof ice dams The picturesque beauty of a Park Ridge winter often comes with a hidden danger: ice ...
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    New in town: Di Marko’s All-Day Cafe, Park Ridge Coin & Collectibles, Hatty’s Club, Kouklas Greek Eatery and Chubby Cattle

    By Trent Modglin
    December 28, 2025
    By Trent Modglin Di Marko’s All-Day Cafe 120 Main Street in Park Ridge DiMarkoCoffee.com Background: Dimitri Markos was meant to own his own coffee ...
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    Small-business spotlight on Renata’s Organics Skincare, and the opening of the versatile Anima Haus boutique and gathering space next door

    By Trent Modglin
    December 22, 2025
    Renata’s Organic Skincare 624 Devon Ave. in Park Ridge (773) 517-3512 RenatasOrganics.com Anima Haus 1111 S. Prospect Ave. in Park Ridge   What it ...
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    New in town: Mediterranean-inspired Elia Café believes in treating people like family

    By Trent Modglin
    November 24, 2025
    By Trent Modglin Elia Café 90 N Northwest Hwy. in Park Ridge Elia-Cafe.com Background Owners (and brothers) Billy and Taso Pyroulis are well versed ...
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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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Our spring 2026 issue is out — bigger and better t Our spring 2026 issue is out — bigger and better than ever, as the expansion continues!! We’ve got features on some of the best dishes we tried this winter at spots like @the_beacon_tap @donjuanscantina and @thalaivasindiankitchen … readers’ favorite underrated restaurants in the area, the @exp_rosemont virtual reality experience and exciting new films for the kiddos at the @msichicago … new businesses in town like @nothingbundtcakes and @animahausco … a spotlight on the impressive family legacy at @difrancodentalspecialists and much, much more ( @parkridgepickleballclub or @parkridgechamber wine walk, anyone?)
Because sometimes you just can’t wait till you get Because sometimes you just can’t wait till you get home with your crunchy Detroit-style pie from @pizzaboychicago … and end up just opening the box and eating it there.
A big congrats to Natalie at @shop2sisters who’s c A big congrats to Natalie at @shop2sisters who’s celebrating the store’s 10-year anniversary all weekend long, starting tonight with a fun bourbon-tasting event and various deals and giveaways Friday and Saturday. Make plans to swing in and join the fun!
Check out the Kid Zone section from our new spring Check out the Kid Zone section from our new spring issue out soon: @exp_rosemont virtual reality adventures, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory at the @marriotttheatre for Young Audiences, new films at the @msichicago Giant Dome Theater, and a fun board game club at the @parkridgelibrary Read it all now at TheRealParkRidge.com
Don’t miss out on all the great offerings during R Don’t miss out on all the great offerings during Restaurant Week from the @cityofparkridge and @parkridgemayor Check out the participating restaurants and deals through March 8 at great spots like @donjuanscantina @theharpandfiddle @patinawinebar @dimarkocoffee @thalaivasindiankitchen @tealula @nonnasilvias @triplescoopdicecream @ritasofparkridge @mullysgrillrestaurant and many more here: https://www.parkridge.us
"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.
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