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  • Inside Scoop: Park Ridge Trucktoberfest, Rosemont Family Fall Fest, Oktoberfest celebrations, EXP virtual reality adventures & more

  • Inside Scoop: Where learning feels like play — Preschool at the Park Ridge Park District

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    Q&A with Bridget Murphy from the Dave Murphy Team at Coldwell Banker 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.

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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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.
This Saturday, plan your day around the @olsonsace This Saturday, plan your day around the @olsonsaceparkridge Harvest Fest with the @parkridgechamber It’s sure to be a fun-filled day for the whole family, and it’s free to attend. Here’s what’s in store: 🎨 Face painting – Get festive with fall-themed designs 🎃 Pumpkin decorating – Let your creativity shine 🏰 Moon bounce – Jump into the fun 🍷 Beer & wine tent – Courtesy of the Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce 🌭 Delicious food – Tasty bites for everyone 👧👦 Kids activities – Games, crafts & surprises and more More information: https://bit.ly/4p7VI9B
Local shopping spotlight: The Generation Bee brand Local shopping spotlight: The Generation Bee brand at @raffiagifts is a popular one, and their soaking salt vials — a mixture of mineral-rich sea salts, nourishing botanicals, clays, hydrating essential oils and bee pollen — create an elegant bath experience that not only relaxes your muscles, but also moisturizes your skin. Grab yours at Raffia Gifts (13 S. Prospect in Park Ridge) today.
There’s a fun-filled fall Saturday lined up at @ There’s a fun-filled fall Saturday lined up at @parkwaybankpark in the @villageofrosemont this weekend. Come celebrate Rosetoberfest with a 5K run/walk at 10 a.m. followed by an all-day festival with live music, German dancing, food, competitions... and plenty of great beer from one of our favorites, @crustbrewing All proceeds benefit the splendid work @salute_inc does for injured veterans. More info: https://rosemont.com/thepark/event/rosetober-5k-run-walk-fest/
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“Like so many other residents in Park Ridge, @ho “Like so many other residents in Park Ridge, @holtsparkridge and @easystreetpizza are our family go-to spots. They both strike the perfect balance of being lively and fun for adults, but also super kid-friendly for my daughters. Don’t sleep on the diner burger at Easy Street or the ooey, gooey grilled cheese at Holt’s. Dip it in the tomato bisque and you have perfection.” Check out more of Jessie Brady’s Park Ridge Insider spotlight now at therealparkridge.com
From our big fall issue out now... New in town: G From our big fall issue out now... New in town: Get ready for @mikerphonebrewing Kitchen & Tap coming to the South Park neighborhood in Park Ridge “My house is two minutes from this new location, and it all started 15 years ago with me brewing in my basement in Park Ridge. So it felt serendipitous to come home like this.” — Mike Pallen Read the feature now at TheRealParkRidge.com
This Saturday, Sept. 20 is your chance to come cel This Saturday, Sept. 20 is your chance to come celebrate everything we love about Oktoberfest — and the fall season in general — at the Park Ridge Trucktoberfest. This year’s event, held in Hodges Park, is presented by the @parkridgeparks @mpoweredortho @theharpandfiddle and @wehavegreatbeerpr and sponsored by yours truly, The Real Park Ridge magazine Read more about all the day’s happenings at therealparkridge.com
Park Ridge Insider Jessie Brady on the carbonara i Park Ridge Insider Jessie Brady on the carbonara in a jar at @ziassocial … Saturday donuts at @allegrettisbakeryshop … Kobido massages at @renatasorganics … the friendly staff at @tealula and relaxing weekends in New Buffalo, Michigan Read the spotlight now at TheRealParkRidge.com
Was it the outcome we were hoping for from the Bea Was it the outcome we were hoping for from the Bears? No. Definitely not. But was it a great atmosphere (with fantastic food and specials) at the @howardstreetinn for an NFL Sunday? Sure was. 80 degrees on the patio as the sun set over Tam O’Shanter Golf Course was an added bonus.
Looking for an expert in treating chronic pain? @m Looking for an expert in treating chronic pain? @mettaperspective Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine in Niles will listen to your needs, set clear expectations, and come with a proven plan for real, life-changing results.
Get the Inside Scoop from our big fall issue that’s out now: @parkridgeparks Trucktoberfest Sept. 20, Rosemont’s Family Fall Fest in @parkwaybankpark Sept. 14, @sketchbookbrew Oktoberfest celebration Sept. 19-21, @goebbertsfarm fall fun, Park Ridge Trunk or Treat, EXP virtual reality adventures comes to @villageofrosemont and Catch Me If You Can at the @marriotttheatre Read it all now at TheRealParkRidge.com
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