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  • Park Ridge Insider Todd Gentile on authentic Italian at Pazzi di Pizza and Zaza Cucina, watching games at Tavern on the Point, fashions at Camp Willow and winter escapes to Cedarburg, Wisconsin

  • Good Eats at The Curragh: Cozy up to the fireplace and enjoy the diverse menu at this inviting Irish pub and restaurant in Edison Park

  • Inside Scoop: Chicago Restaurant Week runs Jan. 20-Feb. 5 with a variety of affordable prix-fixe menu opportunities in the city and suburbs

  • Park Ridge Insider Liz Freidin on brunch at Café Touché and Pennyville Station, live music at Thalia Hall and The Empty Bottle, finding great gifts at Raffia and escapes to The Shore Club in Wisconsin

  • Park Ridge Insider Katie Prezas on Harp & Fiddle’s cheese curds, getting pampered at Lacquer Lounge and Beautifully New Med Spa, and finding a new top at 2 Sisters Boutique

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  • Kid Zone

    Kid Zone: Skiing and water parks at Grand Geneva Resort, and 35,000 square feet of fun at Altitude Trampoline Park

    By Trent Modglin
    January 1, 2023
    By Trent Modglin Skiing, waterpark, fireplaces and more at Grand Geneva Resort & Spa Looking for a quick and easy getaway, loaded with activities ...
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    Kid zone: Affordably exploring some favorite local parks and community centers with the kiddos this fall

    By Trent Modglin
    October 3, 2022
    Little Bear Park photo courtesy of ThinkConfluence.com By Grace Rhee There’s nothing like a crisp, fall morning to motivate me to make the most ...
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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

    By Trent Modglin
    July 21, 2022
    The new Cloud Buster exhibit at the Chicago Children’s Museum When it comes to pure entertainment for the little ones — and adults, too, ...
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  • Kid Zone

    Kid Zone: Free admission days and the world’s largest display of LEGO art at the Museum of Science and Industry

    By Trent Modglin
    April 6, 2022
    Did you know that there are several days throughout the year where Illinois residents can visit the Museum of Science and Industry (and other ...
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  • Kid Zone

    Kid Zone: The Shedd Aquarium’s Shark Feed Tour and clean, improvised fun from ComedySportz

    By Trent Modglin
    October 20, 2021
    By Trent Modglin Shedd Aquarium’s Shark Feeding Tour The daily aquatic presentations in the Shedd’s oceanarium — with beluga whales, sea lions and dolphins serving ...
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    Kid Zone: The Stage School in Park Ridge provides a positive learning and performing experience for children interested in acting, signing and dance

    By Trent Modglin
    September 7, 2021
    The Stage School, launched right here in Park Ridge in 2015, provides quality part-time training in the performing arts for children ages 4-16, allowing ...
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    Kid Zone: Kohl Children’s Museum new exhibits, Lincoln Park Zoo, and cool treats at Triple Scoop’d

    By Trent Modglin
    July 8, 2021
    New exhibits at Kohl Children’s Museum Kohl Children’s Museum has re-opened its full exhibit environment to the public. Regular sanitizing and nightly deep cleaning ...
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    Kid Zone: Holiday lights and activities at the Lincoln Park Zoo, Morton Arboretum, Museum of Science and Industry, Brookfield Zoo, Rosemont and more

    By Trent Modglin
    December 2, 2020
    ZooLights photo by Todd Rosenberg By Trent Modglin Lincoln Park ZooLights The Lincoln Park Zoo in Chicago goes all out for the holidays with ...
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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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  • Park Ridge Insider Todd Gentile on authentic Italian at Pazzi di Pizza and Zaza Cucina, ...

    By Trent Modglin
    February 2, 2023
  • Good Eats at The Curragh: Cozy up to the fireplace and enjoy the diverse menu ...

    By Trent Modglin
    January 28, 2023
  • Inside Scoop: Chicago Restaurant Week runs Jan. 20-Feb. 5 with a variety of affordable prix-fixe ...

    By Trent Modglin
    January 24, 2023
  • Cold-weather favorites
: These tasty local dishes will cure your cravings on even the chilliest of ...

    By Trent Modglin
    January 20, 2023

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Got your calendars out? Plenty of save-the-date op Got your calendars out? Plenty of save-the-date opportunities for some fun events this year courtesy of the @parkridgechamber 

And there's more to come too, including the @parkridgemayor Restaurant Week from March 3-12. Check out ParkRidgeChamber.org and TheRealParkRidge.com for more information in the coming weeks.

#therealparkridge #supportlocal #restaurantweek
Another great checkup and cleaning at @parkridgede Another great checkup and cleaning at @parkridgedentist for the little man (and Dad). Such great service and expertise… and so friendly and wonderful with kids. Highly recommend. Thanks @juliedavisdds !!
#therealparkridge #parkridgedentist
Good Eats feature article on @curraghirishpub_ep — Cozy up to the fireplace and enjoy a diverse menu at this inviting Irish pub and restaurant in Edison Park 

Article is up at therealparkridge.com

#therealparkridge #EdisonPark #Irishpub
A new entree caught our eye at @ziassocial this wi A new entree caught our eye at @ziassocial this winter — the mailie pancetta. It’s beautifully prepared pancetta-wrapped pork tenderloin served with roasted rosemary potatoes in a white wine and garlic demi glace that is out of this world. 

Read more about it in our winter cover story on cold-weather dishes at therealparkridge.com
SALE ALERT — There is a huge 60% off sale going SALE ALERT — There is a huge 60% off sale going on at @2sistersparkridge from Jan. 26-29. You won’t want to miss it. And don’t forget their men’s section too! 33 S. Prospect in Park Ridge. 
#therealparkridge #shoplocal #boutique #sale
Interested in learning more about @bricktonmontess Interested in learning more about @bricktonmontessorischool ?
Their open house this Sunday offers interested families the opportunity to visit Brickton and learn what alumni, students and parents have known for 36 years — that Brickton is a hidden gem of quality education on Chicago’s far northwest side. 

Brickton families come from numerous Chicago neighborhoods, including Edison Park, Portage Park, Jefferson Park, Norwood Park, and Oriole Park, as well as neighboring suburbs like Park Ridge, Des Plaines, Norridge and Harwood Heights. To reserve a time slot, call 773-714-0646 or visit Brickton.org

Brickton Montessori School
8622 W. Catalpa Ave., Chicago, IL 60656
It’s that special time of year again where you g It’s that special time of year again where you get to treat your taste buds like royalty, as the 16th annual Chicago Restaurant Week from @choosechicago returns through Feb. 5. 
Some 362 restaurants are participating in this culinary celebration throughout the city and suburbs

Read about it at therealparkridge.com

#therealparkridge #chicagorestaurantweek
Good time catching up with my old Chicago crew las Good time catching up with my old Chicago crew last weekend. Quality food and craft beer at the newish (and beautiful) @crustbrewing in Rosemont's @parkwaybankpark (in the old Hofbrauhaus location) followed by hilarious stand-up comedy at @zaniesrosemont make for a fun night out for sure. 
#therealparkridge #comedy #craftbeer
Cold-weather favorites: The @pennyvillestation por Cold-weather favorites: The @pennyvillestation pork chop, @howardstreetinn homestyle pot roast, @zazacucina chicken limone, @theharpandfiddle French onion soup and more... these tasty local dishes will cure your cravings on even the chilliest of winter days
#therealparkridge #eatlocal #comfortfood 

Article up at therealparkridge.com
Check out the beautifully crafted balayage techniq Check out the beautifully crafted balayage technique used by stylists Ava and Georgette at @anthonyvalentinosalon on Main Street in Park Ridge. Go ahead, treat yourself in the New Year. You deserve it. 
AVSalonForHair.com
847-318-5577
Small-business spotlight on @mpoweredortho - Dr. M Small-business spotlight on @mpoweredortho - Dr. Milena Bulic believes in delivering beautiful smiles and “MPowering” patients to be the best version of themselves
#therealparkridge #orthodontics #braces #smile

Article is up at therealparkridge.com
Today’s the day. Come support Park Ridge Footbal Today’s the day. Come support Park Ridge Football & Cheer by dining at @melscraftbbq on Main Street. 20% of all purchases this Sunday will go to this wonderful community fundraiser. Check out their great drink specials for the @nfl playoffs too. See you there!

#supportlocal #bbq #everyoneknowsMel #therealparkridge
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