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Kid Zone: New Cloud Buster exhibit at the Chicago Children’s Museum, Mountain View Adventure Center and Chicago Dogs baseball promotions
The new Cloud Buster exhibit at the Chicago Children’s Museum When it comes to pure entertainment for the little ones — and adults, too, ... -
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
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 ... -
Park Ridge Insider Matt Coyne on dining at Mel’s Craft BBQ, Harp & Fiddle and Daniel’s Charcuterie, the selection at Around the World Cigars, and the seclusion of the Wildwood Nature Center
Harp & Fiddle What you do for a living: I am an insurance agent. My brother, Ed Coyne, and I own E.J. Coyne & Company ... -
Signature dishes: Carnitas at Qué Onda, roasted Lake Superior whitefish at Zaza Cucina, and farfalle alla Francesco at Pazzi Di Pizza
Carnitas at Qué Onda The folks at Qué Onda strive to bring the ambiance of a Mexican-style cantina to the heart of Edison Park, ... -
Summer fashions: Check out some of the trendy, warm-weather items available at Edie Boutique, Marigold, Raffia Gifts and Sooo Cute Boutique
Edie Boutique 27 S. Prospect Ave. in Park Ridge ShopEdie.com Edie Boutique in Uptown is your summer dress headquarters. So many styles to fit ... -
Good Eats at Mel’s Craft BBQ: Brisket, bourbon and believing. This labor of love has become the area’s hot new restaurant
By Trent Modglin Photos by Nikki Allen Creative 24 Main Street in Park Ridge 224-985-3461 MelsCraftBBQ.com Background: Some 20 years ago, Mel Thillens started ... -
Park Ridge Insider Bridget Murphy on being spoiled at Zia’s Social and Brunch Cafe, the great service at Wheel & Sprocket, and finding gifts for clients at Marigold and Raffia
Raffia Gifts What you do for a living: My husband, Dave, and I are a real estate team with d’aprile properties, which overlooks Hodges ... -
High-school hunger pains: We asked a handful of Maine South students for their favorite spots to eat around town
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. ...
