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  • Inside Scoop: Insight on Market After Dark and the Taste of Park Ridge, Rockin’ in the Park concerts in Rosemont, Goldfish Swim School block party, happy hour deals and more

  • Park Ridge Insider Anna Sealund

  • Inside Scoop: 9/11 mobile exhibit in Rosemont, Mother’s Day brunches and specials, Main Street craft beer fest, Market After Dark and more

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    New on the scene: Luvvli wellness studio opens above the Pickwick, brunches and catering at Shemroon Kabab House and Patina Wine Bar, workouts at BFT, Une Année’s chimichurri steak sandwich and much more

    By Trent Modglin
    March 23, 2024
    By Trent Modglin Luvvli wellness studio opens above the Pickwick Theater The inspiration for Luvvli was nothing out of the blue for owner (and ...
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    Spotlight on Beautifully New Med Spa: Owner Danielle Oyasu on her VIP membership packages, the benefits of thread lifts, and how best to treat sun damage

    By Trent Modglin
    February 17, 2024
    Beautifully New
600 W. Talcott Road, Suite 103 in Park Ridge847-720-4035BeautifullyNew.co Q: Many of your online reviews use the words “caring,” “nurturing” and “sweet” to ...
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    Spotlight on Ash & Willow Eco Salon: With a desire to be as eco-friendly, holistic and generous with their time as possible, this growing salon has found a home in South Park

    By Trent Modglin
    January 10, 2024
    Ash & Willow Eco Salon and Beauty Apothecary
604 Devon Avenue in Park Ridge847-696-7560
AshWillowSalon.com How it all startedHolly Santelli, a former interior design major, started ...
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    Spotlight on Uptown Med Spa: Dr. Katie Podgorny discusses a focus on natural-looking aesthetic enhancements, her new laser for reducing redness and sunspots, and future plans for a walk-in IV drip bar

    By Trent Modglin
    November 3, 2023
    Uptown Med Spa36 Main Street, Suite 104 in Park Ridge(847) 696-7282PRUptownMedSpa.com My history in the industry: I started saying to friends a few years ...
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  • General FeaturesGood Eats

    Raising the bar: Highlighting — and devouring — some of the impressive new dishes available from local restaurants

    By Trent Modglin
    October 23, 2023
    By Trent Modglin Cafe Touche’s Cuban sandwich We got to try this Edison Park staple’s new Cuban sandwich before anyone else back in August ...
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    Bring it on: Surviving our first boxing and abs class at Kick House Park Ridge

    By Trent Modglin
    September 7, 2023
    By Sophia Gianaris Location: 535A Busse Hwy, Unit 1A in the Village Green Shopping Center in Park Ridge. KickHouseParkRidge.com My expectations going in: I ...
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    Soak up the last of summer: Patio season isn’t done yet. Check out some of our favorite local spots to grab a bite and a drink outdoors while you still can

    By Trent Modglin
    August 4, 2023
    Howard Street Inn 
6700 W. Howard in Niles HowardStreetInn.com
 This popular local favorite sits on the edge of the beautiful Tam O’Shanter Golf Course ...
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    Spotlight on Brickton Montessori School: Using a transformative approach to unlock each child’s inner drive and connect them to the joy in learning

    By Trent Modglin
    July 15, 2023
    Brickton Montessori School 8622 W. Catalpa Ave. Chicago, IL 60656 (773) 714-0646 Brickton.org Brickton Montessori School | Fully Accredited, Independent School Elementary + Middle ...
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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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Sure, it may be a little warm, but the second Park Sure, it may be a little warm, but the second Park Ridge Market after Dark of the summer is tonight from 4:30-9:30 in the @parkridgefarmersmarket and you won’t want to miss the lineup of breweries, distilleries and wineries, not to mention the food trucks, live music, artisans and more!! Get out and support the @parkridgechamber at this awesome event. 

Read all about it in the Inside Scoop from our new summer issue at TheRealParkRidge.com
Summer Friday on the patio with a stellar @mullysg Summer Friday on the patio with a stellar @mullysgrillrestaurant burger. And if you didn’t already know, Merkts cheese sauce is always a good idea.
A heartfelt thank you to all who came out to the @ A heartfelt thank you to all who came out to the @theharpandfiddle monthly wine dinner last night in support of @lawrencehallchicago an incredible child welfare agency focused on healing the effects of childhood trauma. Special thanks to the staff at Harp & Fiddle — @chefjerry82 Dania Garcia, Chef Edgar, etc. — and to the fine folks at @northwindexteriors for helping sponsor the event. Truly a wonderful night with great food, great wine, great people and a great cause.
And just like that, summer is here. Which means if And just like that, summer is here. Which means if the rooftop at @tavernpointchi isn’t calling your name yet, it should be.

A stellar weekday happy hour from 3-6 p.m. that features $3 wells, seltzers and domestic beers, along with half-price appetizers and kids under 12 eating free, should help persuade you.
Monday means half-price pizza at @easystreetpizza Monday means half-price pizza at @easystreetpizza on Devon in Park Ridge.

But don’t forget the giant salads or popcorn chicken… or the new summer menu items and creative cocktails
Last call for the @theharpandfiddle monthly wine d Last call for the @theharpandfiddle monthly wine dinner coming up this Wednesday benefiting @lawrencehallchicago and all the great work they do helping area youth overcome the effects of childhood trauma. Purchase your tickets by tonight for a fun evening for a great cause.
Dont be afraid of those cloudy skies. Get on out t Dont be afraid of those cloudy skies. Get on out to the @parkridgefarmersmarket today.
On the hunt for the special something for Father’s Day? Check out the great styles in the men’s section at @shop2sisters and the Liiton whiskey glasses — which cool your cocktail down in just 18 seconds — at @raffiagifts
Get your tickets now!! The monthly @theharpandfidd Get your tickets now!! The monthly @theharpandfiddle wine dinner this month benefits @lawrencehallchicago a community-based youth service agency dedicated to healing the effects of childhood trauma. Quite the menu the talented team at Harp & Fiddle has put together. Should be quite the night. Hope you can join us next Wednesday, June 18 at 7 p.m.
Our expansion continues, as the summer issue of Th Our expansion continues, as the summer issue of The Real Park Ridge is about to be distributed to thousands of Park Ridge homes and nearly 100 area businesses. Highlights include our cover story on local brunch bites and signature dishes at spots like @cafe.touche @donjuanscantina @mughalthebiryanihouse and @theharpandfiddle … a spotlight on the Hanlon family and their beloved @triplescoopdicecream … the inside scoop on the Taste of Park Ridge, Park Ridge Market after Dark and Rockin’ in the Park concerts at Rosemont’s @parkwaybankpark … fun weekend getaways, dining with a river view in Chicago, the Spider-Man exhibit at the @msichicago … new local businesses like @ariyarnshopandstudio and @levillagecowork_desplaines … and much, much more.
Park Ridge Insider @annasealund on appetizers at @ Park Ridge Insider @annasealund on appetizers at @mysticrogueirishpub … date night and gnocchi at @nonnasilvias … shopping at @foursidedchicago and @raffiagifts … and exploring the @parkridgeparks Wildwood Nature Center and the Des Plaines River trails 

Read the spotlight from our summer issue now at therealparkridge.com
It’s a busy Saturday in Park Ridge. Get on out t It’s a busy Saturday in Park Ridge. Get on out to the @parkridgeparks Summer Craft & Vendors Sale at Centennial Park, which runs until 3pm today. 

And if you’ve been thinking about a new fitness program, Centennial Fitness Center’s open house is all day Saturday. Come check out this wonderful facility and get a tour
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