The Local Angle
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Chicago Scene: Exploring the mind-blowing Museum of Illusions and the spacious, woman-owned Eris Brewery and Cider House
Museum of Illusions Chicago 25 E. Washington Street in downtown Chicago MOIChicago.com It only takes about an hour to go through this small museum, ... -
Park Ridge Insider Kelly Kendall on dining at Seasons 52 and Easy Street Pizza, unique accessories at Sooo Cute Boutique, and drinks at City Winery on the Chicago Riverwalk
Seasons 52 What you do for a living: I am a kindergarten teacher in a nearby suburb. I have been an educator for 16 ... -
Kid zone: Affordably exploring some favorite local parks and community centers with the kiddos this fall
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 ... -
Park Ridge Insider Talha Sajjad on developing relationships at Orange Shoe Personal Fitness, the tempting brisket at Mel’s Craft BBQ, gin martinis at Tavern on the Point and relaxing on the Robey Hotel rooftop in Chicago
Mel’s Craft BBQ brisket sandwich What you do for a living: I’m the franchise owner and fitness professional at Orange Shoe Personal Fitness here ... -
Park Ridge Insider Molly Engle on escapes to Holland, Michigan, a love affair with Nonna Silvia’s, shopping at Edie and craft cocktails at Off the Wall
Holland, Michigan photo courtesy of Holland.org What you do for a living: I manage a local cafe, Off the Wall, which serves craft beverages — from ... -
Local recommendations include Aztec Dave’s, O&A Landscaping, Kaufman’s Deli, North Shore Motorworks and more
I’ve seen a lot of requests for taco trucks online, and just wanted to give a shout out to Aztec Dave’s. We used them ... -
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, ... -
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 ...
