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  • Steak — it’s what’s for dinner: We set out to enjoy some of the more intriguing — and delicious — steak dishes around

  • Park Ridge Insider Anne Inwood

  • 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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    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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    Fun in the sun: It’s patio season, so we “researched” nearly 30 of the best local spots to eat and drink outdoors this summer

    By Trent Modglin
    July 15, 2022
    Howard Street Inn 6700 W. Howard in Niles. HowardStreetInn.com This local favorite sits on the edge of the beautiful Tam O’Shanter Golf Course in ...
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    High-school hunger pains: We asked a handful of Maine South students for their favorite spots to eat around town

    By Trent Modglin
    June 1, 2022
    Shakou bento boxes By Natalia Kuppers I like to get first-hand opinions from my friends before I go to a new place to eat. ...
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    Local charity spotlight: Diveheart.org uses scuba therapy to provide those with disabilities a chance to “imagine the possibilities”

    By Trent Modglin
    May 17, 2022
    The info: Diveheart.org 630-964-1983 Downers Grove, IL The basics: Diveheart is a non-profit, volunteer-driven organization founded in 2001 with a mission to build confidence, ...
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    The personal fitness experience at Orange Shoe: Starting the journey, making friends and reaching goals

    By Trent Modglin
    April 19, 2022
    By Natalia Kuppers The following article is part of a series on physical (and mental) fitness opportunities in Park Ridge and the surrounding areas. ...
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    Let’s get it started: A tantalizing look at some of the Park Ridge area’s favorite appetizers

    By Trent Modglin
    April 11, 2022
    By Trent Modglin Tavern on the Point’s calamari When Tavern on the Point first opened, in the midst of the original Covid outbreak, our ...
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    First Look review: “King James” at The Steppenwolf chronicles the friendship of two fans against the backdrop of Lebron James’ legacy

    By Trent Modglin
    March 28, 2022
    By Michael Dritto Photos by Michael Brosilow Playing at: The Steppenwolf Theatre, 1650 N. Halsted Street in Chicago through April 10, 20222. 312-335-1650. Steppenwolf.org ...
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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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Don’t sit at home tonight. Get out and enjoy the b Don’t sit at home tonight. Get out and enjoy the best winter festival in the area — Winterfest from the @parkridgechamber 

So many activities spread across three neighborhoods.
Not quite ready to hang with the extended family t Not quite ready to hang with the extended family the next few days? Come party it up at @tavernpointchi tonight. Five DJs. Drinks. Dancing. Vibes.
Who’s ready for Winterfest from the @parkridgecham Who’s ready for Winterfest from the @parkridgechamber this Friday? Three trollies, boutique sales, reindeer, carolers, Santa’s village, photos with the Grinch and more festive fun.
New in town: Brothers behind the new Mediterranean New in town: Brothers behind the new Mediterranean-inspired @eliacafe_ on Northwest Highway believe in treating people like family 

“It’s part of our culture to treat people like family. And I hate the idea that the owners shouldn’t roll up their sleeves. We’ve never believed in that.” — Billy Pyroulis

Read the spotlight from our fall issue now at TheRealParkRidge.com
Because sometimes, when you can’t decide between t Because sometimes, when you can’t decide between the @shemroonkababhouse steak and salmon, you get both. And then you have leftovers. And then you’re happy the next day too.
Dinner crowd, class reunion, live Irish music and Dinner crowd, class reunion, live Irish music and a fun and frenzied @mainesouthparentsscholarclub Bunco fundraiser. Just another busy Thursday at the @theharpandfiddle
Break away from the leftover turkey sandwiches and Break away from the leftover turkey sandwiches and head to @patinawinebar on Saturday, Nov. 29 for a complimentary wine tasting.
Rosemont’s @parkwaybankpark entertainment district Rosemont’s @parkwaybankpark entertainment district is kicking off the holiday season with the return of its Chicago Wolves Ice Rink this Saturday, November 22.  Visitors can enjoy ice skating beginning at 11 a.m. in addition to several other holiday offerings available throughout the afternoon leading up to the Park’s annual “Light Up The Park” tree lighting event at 5:30.

A variety of family-friendly festivities will be available from 2-6 p.m. including visits with Santa and Mrs. Claus, free horse-drawn sleigh rides, carolers and ice sculpting. Admission to the Chicago Wolves Ice Rink is free. Guests are invited to bring their own skates. Skate rentals are available on-site for $8.
Talk about a welcome addition to Park Ridge... If Talk about a welcome addition to Park Ridge... 
If you haven't yet, make sure to check out @dimarkocoffee on Main Street. Open till 10 p.m. every day and featuring some great coffee, smoothies, pastries, paninis and more. Look for more on this new business in our upcoming winter issue.
Talk about the gift that keeps on giving. When you Talk about the gift that keeps on giving. When you purchase a $100 gift card from the fantastic new @fireandwinege in Park Ridge this holiday season, you’ll get a Loyalty Bonus Card that you can use for $10 off your bill each month at any BG Hospitality Group establishment. That’s $120 in savings for the year (not to mention some great pasta, seafood, steak and wine). 

Read more about Fire + Wine’s Chef’s Cut steak boards from our fall issue at TheRealParkRidge.com
Feel-good focus: @bbbschi celebrates a meaningful Feel-good focus: @bbbschi celebrates a meaningful 10-year partnership with Maine Township

“We believe all kids are completely filled with potential, and we know what they’re capable of. We’re not saving anyone or rescuing anyone, but the magic can happen when it’s right. … We’re just here to stand in the way of the things that can knock them down.” — Dawn Steffen, regional director of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metropolitan Chicago. 

Read the spotlight feature on the local Big Brothers Big Sisters program now at TheRealParkRidge.com
Enjoyed the grand opening of the impressive @rosem Enjoyed the grand opening of the impressive @rosemonticearena and @hattysclub 

Quite the facility… and a stylish restaurant and bar to match.
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