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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

  • Inside Scoop: Family-friendly events this July & August from the Park Ridge Park District

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    Hidden gems: Twin Anchors for ribs, Luvvli wellness studio, Suncatcher Brewing and AriYarn knitting and crochet studio

    By Trent Modglin
    November 5, 2025
    By Trent Modglin Twin Anchors Restaurant & Tavern If you lived in Chicago for any length of time, you no doubt know about this ...
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    Spotlight on Brickton Montessori: Checking in on the school’s impressive future home and a continuing focus on community, responsibility and independence

    By Trent Modglin
    November 3, 2025
    Brickton Montessori School 8622 W. Catalpa Ave. in Chicago (773) 714-0646 Brickton.org Q. In 2024, you announced the acquisition of a permanent future home ...
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    Spotlight on KickHouse: An inviting and supportive community, energetic and stress-reducing workouts, and plenty of inspiring success stories

    By Trent Modglin
    October 7, 2025
    KickHouse Park Ridge 535A Busse Highway  847-558-2570 KickhouseParkRidge.com Instagram: @KickHouse_ParkRidge John Bonell’s KickHouse story I threw my first roundhouse kick at 24 years old ...
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    New in town: Get ready for Mikerphone Brewing Kitchen & Tap in South Park

    By Trent Modglin
    September 22, 2025
    By Trent Modglin Mikerphone Brewing Kitchen & Tap New taproom location: 800 Devon Ave. in Park Ridge Opening: January/February 2026 Main brewery location: 121 ...
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    Weekend getaway ideas from our Park Ridge Insiders

    By Trent Modglin
    August 16, 2025
    Door County, Wisc. Got a few days free and looking for an ideal weekend getaway spot? We tapped into the minds of some of ...
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    Did you know: Fun, helpful summertime info from local businesses

    By Trent Modglin
    July 14, 2025
    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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    Spotlight on Triple Scoop’d Ice Cream: Keeping Park Ridge’s sweet tooth satisfied has been a fun journey for this active, family-run business

    By Trent Modglin
    July 7, 2025
    By Trent Modglin Triple Scoop’d Ice Cream 801 Devon Avenue in Park Ridge TripleScoopdIceCream.com A popular ice cream shop… by accident If you’re looking ...
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    Protect yourself this summer: Skincare Q&A with Danielle Oyasu from Beautifully New Med Spa

    By Trent Modglin
    June 22, 2025
    Beautifully New 600 W. Talcott, Suite 103 in Park Ridge 847-720-4035 BeautifullyNew.co Q: Describe how proper skin protection has turned into a year-round decision ...
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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 summer issue's cover story on light b From our big summer issue's cover story on light bites perfect for patio season...

The southwest chicken salad at @howardstreetinn 

Keeping it light: This is not your normal sports bar menu. Far from it, actually, and it’s easy to fall in love with a new dish each time you stop by. The menu is that robust. Perfect for summer, in our mind, is the southwest chicken salad that has grilled chicken breast topped with fresh pico de gallo, corn and grated cheddar served over a bed of chopped romaine lettuce — all packed in a crispy baked tortilla shell. Throw on a little spicy ranch dressing and pair with a cold draft beer and you’re set. And pretty guilt free. 

And did we mention Howard Street has arguably the best daily drink specials in the area?
Monday fun fact: The weekend brunch at @eliacafe_ Monday fun fact: The weekend brunch at @eliacafe_ in Uptown Park Ridge is something to behold.
No rain in the forecast and just a few hours left No rain in the forecast and just a few hours left to take advantage of the weekend Park Ridge sidewalk sale that includes big savings at your favorite shops like @shop2sisters @raffiagifts @edie.boutique and more
Check out the huge @parkridgechamber sidewalk sale Check out the huge @parkridgechamber sidewalk sale happening through this Sunday, Aug. 2. Hurry up to Prospect Avenue and Uptown Park Ridge to find some fantastic deals at @shop2sisters @raffiagifts @sooocutepr @edie.boutique @campwillow @hellohollyparkridge @gabrielsclosetchi @hempcbd.wellness @pbparkridge and more.
Half-price pitchers of margaritas, open patio, tac Half-price pitchers of margaritas, open patio, tacos and live music? That’s a winning Thursday at @donjuanscantina
What an opening day of @nsccshow (aka The National What an opening day of @nsccshow (aka The National Sports Collectors Convention Inc.) at the 
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont. It just so happens to be the largest and most prestigious sports card and memorabilia trade show in the country, and it’s right in our backyard through Sunday, Aug. 2. 

Celebrity autographs, 600+ dealers from around the nation, and about anything a sports fan could want covering 500,000 square feet of floor space. General admission is just $30, and children 12 and under are free with an accompanying adult 

Don’t miss out. More info at www.NSCCShow.com
From our big summer issue... Park Ridge Insider A From our big summer issue...

Park Ridge Insider Annika Schmidt on her new @sipnplaystudio on Devon Avenue, live music on the patio at @theharpandfiddle and @pennyvillestation … a love of @neta_sushi and @chicagobarrelhouse … exploring @wolffsfleamarket on the weekend, and the relaxing and fun art experience at @colormemineglenview 

Read the spotlight now at TheRealParkRidge.com
Don’t fall victim to those random storm chasers ca Don’t fall victim to those random storm chasers calling or knocking on your door. If your home or business was impacted by yesterday’s hail and windstorm, get an honest inspection from your local roofing & siding experts at @northwindexteriors 

Call 773-998-4000 or visit www.northwindexteriors.com to fill out a quick inspection request form.
A fun summer Friday night in Park Ridge = fish and A fun summer Friday night in Park Ridge = fish and chips on @theharpandfiddle patio, craft beer sampling at @wehavegreatbeerpr and great live tunes from @terrybyrnemusic 

#therealparkridge #summer #parkridgeillinois #patiovibes
And that’s a wrap on another fun, successful Park And that’s a wrap on another fun, successful Park Ridge Market after Dark @mad60068 from the @parkridgechamber 

Great food, drink, music and community vibes — and lots of great work from lots of great volunteers to make it all happen. See you on Aug. 22 for the summer finale
You are not going to want to miss the next Park Ri You are not going to want to miss the next Park Ridge Market after Dark — @mad60068 — this Saturday, July 25. We are filled to the brim with breweries, distilleries, wineries, artisans, live music, local food trucks and plenty of friendly faces. Bring your crew out to this new summer celebration benefiting the @parkridgechamber 

The fun starts at 4:30.
Thanks to @heronagency for an afternoon spent aboa Thanks to @heronagency for an afternoon spent aboard the Chicago Seadog River & Lake Architectural Tour from @citycruises 

Talk about feeling like a tourist for the day on the Chicago River and Lake Michigan. Unique, educational and entertaining at the same time.
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