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  • Inside Scoop: Seadog Haunted River Tours, South Park’s Witches Night Out Oct. 17, Lena Brava cooking demonstration Oct. 18, Trunk or Treat Oct. 24, and Spirits of Park Ridge Whiskey & Wine Tasting Oct. 25

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    Local real estate perspective: Matt Steiger from @Properties on how real estate can hedge against inflation and Bridget Murphy from d’aprile properties on the importance of staging a home

    By Trent Modglin
    November 15, 2022
    Matt Steiger #1 Individual agent in sales ($24 million) in Park Ridge in 2021 324 W. Touhy Ave. in Park Ridge 224-392-6421. MattSteiger@AtProperties.com From ...
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    Sandwich sensations: We devoured some of the most popular sandwiches in the area, all in the name of journalism

    By Trent Modglin
    November 2, 2022
    By Trent Modglin Touché burger at Café Touché There are so many tempting menu items at this classic French bistro (try the fritto misto ...
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    Unique date night ideas: We have a few fun local spots for a date night that breaks away from your normal routine

    By Trent Modglin
    October 31, 2022
    Zanies Comedy Club There’s a famous saying about how “Couples who laugh together last together.” While we’re hardly in the relationship therapy business, it ...
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    Spotlight on Beautifully New Med Spa: Owner Danielle Oyasu on the popularity of regenerative skin treatments, what microneedling involves and the truth about sunscreen

    By Trent Modglin
    October 26, 2022
    600 W. Talcott, #103 in Park Ridge (847) 720-4035
 BeautifullyNew.co Q: Tell us a bit about your background in skincare and how you’re settling ...
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    Breweries in bunches: Nearby Evanston may be best known for Northwestern University, but it’s also home to five uniquely charming breweries

    By Trent Modglin
    October 11, 2022
    By Trent Modglin Double Clutch Brewing Company 2121 N. Ashland DoubleClutchBrewing.com Details: Tucked away in a tree-lined neighborhood on the north side of Evanston, ...
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    Setting the standard: Anthony Valentino Salon for Hair celebrates its 25th year on Main Street in Park Ridge

    By Trent Modglin
    September 27, 2022
    Anthony Valentino Salon for Hair 26 Main Street in Park Ridge
 (847) 318-5577 AVSalonForHair.com The Real Park Ridge sat down with owner JoAnn Fosco ...
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    Small-business spotlight on Tim Perry from Union Home Mortgage: Assessing the housing market and understanding expenses and the programs available to home buyers

    By Trent Modglin
    September 23, 2022
    Tim Perry Union Home Mortgage 
tperry@uhm.com (847) 260-7352 
1314 W. Touhy Ave. in Park Ridge Background in real estate and mortgage lending I have ...
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    The basics of Botox: Dr. Katie Podgorny from Uptown Med Spa explains facial lines, how Botox works, and the latest trends in rejuvenating skincare

    By Trent Modglin
    July 25, 2022
    Uptown Med Spa 36 Main Street, Suite 104 in Park Ridge PRUptownMedSpa.com 847-696-7282 Q: Tell us a bit about Uptown Med Spa. A: Uptown ...
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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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Local deal of the week The temps are finally star Local deal of the week The temps are finally starting to feel like fall, and we all know what’s on the way. So why not get a custom Clean & Check service done on your furnace and save some money in the process? @homecomfortservices is also offering a free high-efficiency furnace and heat pump upgrade (valued at up to $1,400 in features) through Oct. 31. Home Comfort Heating & Cooling 847-306-6602 HomeComfort.net
Right now at TheRealParkRidge.com get the Inside S Right now at TheRealParkRidge.com get the Inside Scoop on plenty of upcoming events: Seadog haunted river tours from @citycruises through Oct. 31, South Park’s Witches Night Out from @ashwillowsalon @thenest_parkridge and @renatasorganics Oct. 17, @lenabravachicago cooking demonstration at @chicagofirewood Oct. 18, @parkridgeparks Trunk or Treat Oct. 24, and the @penniesforpennyville Spirits of Park Ridge Whiskey & Wine Tasting on Oct. 25 to benefit the @parkridgehistoricalsociety Read it all now at TheRealParkRidge.com in the Inside Scoop section
Looking for something unique and fun to do during Looking for something unique and fun to do during the spookiest of seasons? We recently jumped aboard the Seadog Haunted River Tour from @citycruises which runs Thursday-Sunday through Oct. 31. The 45-minute BYOB cruise explores the haunted history of the Windy City and offers some of the best views you will get anywhere, all while getting you into the Halloween spirit with some spooky storytelling. Perfect cap to the evening if you had the kiddos with you? @jojosshakebar in River North, especially if it’s warm enough to sit outside in their fall-themed patio. More info on the Seadog Haunted River Tour: cityexperiences.com/chicago/
Kid Zone section from our fall issue: @goebbertsfa Kid Zone section from our fall issue: @goebbertsfarm Fall Fest runs through Oct. 31, @parkridgeparks Trunk or Treat Oct. 24, @chicagomuseum Lincoln exhibits, Lake Park Golf Course with @desplainesparkdistrict and the new @exp_rosemont virtual reality experience Read it all at TheRealParkRidge.com
A couple good deals happening at @gabrielsclosetch A couple good deals happening at @gabrielsclosetchi in Uptown Park Ridge
Just a few big events coming up with great busines Just a few big events coming up with great businesses and organizations like @the_beacon_tap @ashwillowsalon @penniesforpennyville and @parkridgeparks
It’s giveaway time here at The Real Park Ridge m It’s giveaway time here at The Real Park Ridge magazine. Like this post and tag someone you think could use a $25 gift card to @sooocutepr on Prospect Ave to use toward a new dress, sweater, purse, hat, pair of earrings or necklace. We’ll be selecting two random winners this Friday, Oct. 10.
From our big fall issue... Spotlight on @kickhous From our big fall issue... Spotlight on @kickhouse_parkridge — An inviting and supportive community, energetic and stress-reducing workouts, and plenty of inspiring success stories “One of the unexpected gifts from becoming a member is the beautiful friendships I’ve made. I have workout buddies that keep me accountable. … My story isn’t just about weight loss. It’s about growth, resilience and finding strength I never knew I had.” Read the feature now at TheRealParkRidge.com
The Real Park Ridge Dish of the Week: When a bur The Real Park Ridge Dish of the Week: When a burrito suizo from @donjuanscantina is calling your name, you should always answer. Shredded chicken (or ground beef, skirt steak or chorizo), rice and refried beans covered in suiza sauce, melted chihuahua cheese, sour cream and guacamole. In other words... perfection. Pairs rather well with a frozen strawberry margarita, Modelo or mojito. 650 N. Northwest Highway in Park Ridge
From our big fall issue that’s out now... Park From our big fall issue that’s out now... Park Ridge Insider (and Maine Township Highway Commissioner) Ed Beauvais on the welcoming vibes at @countrysidesaloon and @thalaivasindiankitchen as well as the tasty @danielscharcuterie21 sandwiches, hiking @starvedrockstatepark and biking @the606chicago trail, and exploring Logan Square’s gastropubs like @wolfandcompanychicago Read it all now at TheRealParkRidge.com
From our big fall issue that’s out everywhere no From our big fall issue that’s out everywhere now... The Oakton Sports Complex is here! Q&A with John Shea, executive director of the @parkridgeparks “The Oakton Sports Complex will truly offer something for everyone. … I can’t wait to see residents walk through the main entrance for the first time, to witness their reactions, and to see the ways they make this space their own.” Read the Q&A now at TheRealParkRidge.com
Looking to make the most of these lingering summer Looking to make the most of these lingering summer temps? Try half-price pasta Mondays on the patio at the new @fireandwinege in Uptown Park Ridge. We enjoyed the chicken carbonara with linguini, bacon, spinach, pecorino romano and a parmesan cream sauce, as well as the lobster fra diavolo with pennoni pasta, shrimp, lobster and mushrooms in a spicy tomato sauce. For an appetizer, the calamari and shrimp fritti. Check out their happy hour running Monday-Thursday from 4-5:30 p.m. as well.
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