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  • Park Ridge Insider Vinnie Fosco on Main Street’s revival, dining at Harp & Fiddle and Thalaiva’s Indian Kitchen, and relaxing at Grand Geneva Resort

  • Lots of happenings: Movies in the Park, magic shows, Sweet & Arts camp, Beer Under Glass and deals at Gabriel’s Closet, Like New Auto Spa and Elements Massage

  • Shop Around the Corner: Experience a stunning showroom, elegant jewelry and a 102-year history of satisfied clients at Sandberg Jewelers

  • Inside Scoop: Summer concerts and Movies in the Park return via the Park Ridge Park District

  • Park Ridge Insider Nikki Allen on Cindy’s rooftop, cocktails at Pennyville Station, gifts at Marigold and weekends in Galena

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    Q&A with Bridget Murphy from the Dave Murphy Team at d’aprile Properties about the current real estate market in Park Ridge and their long-standing ties to Lake Geneva

    By Trent Modglin
    July 29, 2021
    Q: How did you first get into this industry?  A: I got into the industry by helping friends find homes just for fun! I ...
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    Fun, stylish, friendly and committed to giving back: Q&A with Laura Palumbo, owner of the new Gabriel’s Closet children’s consignment store

    By Trent Modglin
    May 23, 2021
    By Trent Modglin Gabriel’s Closet 428 W. Touhy in Park Ridge 847-720-4902 GabrielsCloset.org Officially opening June 2, 2021 Q: Tell us a bit about ...
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    Q&A with Andrew Nast and Adam Clabaugh, founders of the beautiful new Brick & Mortar co-working space in Park Ridge

    By Trent Modglin
    January 22, 2021
    Brick & Mortar 11 N. Northwest Highway in Park Ridge 847-777-3308 YourBrickAndMortar.com Q: When and how did you come up with the idea of ...
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    Q&A with 2 Sisters Boutique owner Natalie Amabile about her new location, winter/spring styles and a new men’s department

    By Trent Modglin
    December 31, 2020
    By Trent Modglin 2 Sisters Boutique, previously located in the Pickwick Theatre building, moved down the street this fall into the former Subway shop ...
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    Q&A with Edie Boutique owner Amy DeGrazio about Marigold, her new Park Ridge gift shop

    By Trent Modglin
    December 7, 2020
    By Trent Modglin The highly-anticipated Marigold opened its doors this fall, courtesy of Amy DeGrazio, who owns the popular Edie Boutique next door (and ...
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    Q&A with School of Rock parents about how music lessons build confidence, develop teamwork and create rock stars

    By Trent Modglin
    October 23, 2020
    School of Rock — Park Ridge is located at 15 N. Prospect in Uptown. Call 847-939-4207 or click HERE for more information. Michele Casey ...
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    Q&A with Harriet Resnick about the fall activities and Lightscape exhibit at the Chicago Botanic Garden

    By Trent Modglin
    September 28, 2020
    The Real Park Ridge sat down with with Harriet Resnick, Vice President of Visitor Experiences and Business Development of the Chicago Botanic Garden, to ...
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    Q&A with Matt Steiger from @Properties about the Park Ridge real estate market and curb-appeal tips

    By Trent Modglin
    September 21, 2020
    Q: How is the real estate market looking both in the short and long term? A: The real-estate market the last six months has ...
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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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  • Q&A with Bridget Murphy from the Dave Murphy Team at d’aprile Properties about the current ...

    By Trent Modglin
    July 29, 2021

  • Park Ridge Insider Vinnie Fosco on Main Street’s revival, dining at Harp & Fiddle and ...

    By Trent Modglin
    July 17, 2021

  • Lots of happenings: Movies in the Park, magic shows, Sweet & Arts camp, Beer Under ...

    By Trent Modglin
    July 14, 2021

  • Getting ahead: Park Ridge’s new Everbrook Academy offers STEAM-focused education to help children better navigate ...

    By Trent Modglin
    July 13, 2021

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The Centennial Aquatic Center is addictive… espe The Centennial Aquatic Center is addictive… especially for our swim-crazed 7-year-old. Credit to the @parkridgeparks for keeping it so clean, safe and enjoyable for all ages, not to mention filled with some great tunes for the parents! #therealparkridge #summervibes #swimming
Q&A with @bridgetbrosnanmurphy from the Dave Murph Q&A with @bridgetbrosnanmurphy from the Dave Murphy Team at @daprileproperties about the current real estate market in Park Ridge and their long-standing ties to Lake Geneva #parkridgeillinois #realestate https://therealparkridge.com/qa-with-bridget-murphy-from-the-dave-murphy-team-at-daprile-properties-about-the-current-real-estate-market-in-park-ridge-and-their-long-standing-ties-to-lake-geneva/
Just hanging out, climbing the Skyscraper tower be Just hanging out, climbing the Skyscraper tower before zip lining across a lake at the new @theforgelemont — look for the article online next week and in our fall issue this September. In the meantime, use code PARKRIDGE20 to get 20% off your adventure at ForgeParks.com #therealparkridge #theforgelemontquarries #adventure
Brother visiting means a good little late lunch — salmon sandwich, truffle fries and @rogueales Batsquatch hazy IPA — at @theharpandfiddle today. So reliable and tasty. It’s 5 o’clock somewhere. #therealparkridge #eatlocal
Looking for a little Sunday Funday or just want to Looking for a little Sunday Funday or just want to beat the heat and get the day started off right with friends or family? @tavernpointchi in Edison Park has an excellent weekend brunch from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. with a variety of scrumptious options. Reservations: https://bit.ly/TOTP_Reservations Check out our Good Eats feature from the summer issue: https://therealparkridge.com/good-eats-at-tavern-on-the-point-elevated-comfort-food-stylish-ambiance-and-an-incredible-rooftop-deck-in-edison-park/
Great night out with family and neighbors at the C Great night out with family and neighbors at the Concert in the Park from the @parkridgeparks. Takeout dinner from @thalaivasindiankitchen, @phasethreebrew and @mikerphonebrewing beers from @wehavegreatbeerpr and cocktails from @sweetandtartshoppe (the night’s sponsor) made for a great Park Ridge evening. #therealparkridge #whywemovedhere #summer
Plans Friday night? Join the @parkridgeparks this Plans Friday night? Join the @parkridgeparks this Friday night, July 23 at Hodges Park (101 Courtland Ave.) to listen to the Irish band Fagan and Friends perform from 8-9:30 p.m. Prior to the concert, watch the @trinityirishdancers perform a show at 7:15 p.m., then participate in a quick lesson to learn some Irish dance steps. Don’t forget to grab a picnic basket dinner for the kids, adults or the whole family from the concert sponsor, @sweetandtartshoppe just across the street. And maybe a few of their fantastic cocktails too...
When your 7-year-old decides to treat his cousins When your 7-year-old decides to treat his cousins and family to @triplescoopdicecream using his own gift card, it’s a proud moment indeed. And a tasty way to cap off a full day. #therealparkridge #summer #icecream
As summer days go at the Centennial Park Pool, thi As summer days go at the Centennial Park Pool, this one was pretty good, especially while entertaining the nieces from NYC. Glad the @parkridgeparks doesn’t have an age limit on the water slides because this guy may just have enjoyed them more than the kids. #therealparkridge #summer
Park Ridge Insider Vinnie Fosco on Main Street’s Park Ridge Insider Vinnie Fosco on Main Street’s revival, dining at @theharpandfiddle and @thalaivasindiankitchen and relaxing at @grand_geneva #therealparkridge https://therealparkridge.com/park-ridge-insider-vinnie-fosco-on-main-streets-revival-dining-at-harp-fiddle-and-thalaivas-indian-kitchen-and-relaxing-at-grand-geneva-resort/
Thoroughly impressed by the new @wheelandsprocket Thoroughly impressed by the new @wheelandsprocket bike store on Northwest Highway in Park Ridge. Well-supplied and well-staffed to take care of all your biking needs. Lots of exciting things happening in Village Green shopping center now with @kickhouse_parkridge @dickpondparkridge @goldfish_parkridge @cleanjuiceparkridge @donjuanscantina and more. #therealparkridge #supportlocalbusiness
Thanks to great local businesses like @cleanjuicep Thanks to great local businesses like @cleanjuiceparkridge for displaying The Real Park Ridge magazine for their customers to grab. And thanks for the free kids’ smoothies on Mondays with the purchase of a regular smoothie. Highly recommend the “So Basic One” smoothie with strawberries, bananas, almond butter, almond milk and maple syrup. #therealparkridge #smoothietime #eathealthy
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