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    Park Ridge Insider Peter Volpe

    By Trent Modglin
    September 29, 2026
    Chicago Botanic Garden Peter Volpe What you do for a living: My wife and I are both bankers, and fortunate to work at a ...
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    Park Ridge Insiders Kelly and Tadgie Scannell

    By Trent Modglin
    August 23, 2026
    Shemroon Kabab House in Park Ridge What you do for a living: We own a company called Midwest Crushing and Screening, which is a ...
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  • Children play with colorful toys and train set in a bright playroom while adults watch nearby across a climbing wall backdrop.
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    Park Ridge Insider Annika Schmidt

    By Trent Modglin
    July 28, 2026
    Sip n’ Play in Park Ridge What you do for a living: I’m a business owner, but both of my businesses are very much ...
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  • Loaded nachos with guacamole, sour cream, shredded chicken, pico de gallo, and melted cheese, beside a margarita glass.
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    Park Ridge Insider Jerry Kussy

    By Trent Modglin
    July 1, 2026
    Don Juan’s chicken nachos and margarita What do you do for a living? I am a senior mortgage advisor with Wintrust Mortgage here in ...
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  • Night exterior of Tavern on the Point with string lights, outdoor balcony seating, and parked cars in front, inviting atmosphere.
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    Park Ridge Insider Jennifer Torbick

    By Trent Modglin
    June 22, 2026
    What you do for a living: My husband Paul and I both have full-time jobs, but we have been dealing with coins and precious metals ...
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  • Children sit on the pool edge during a supervised swim lesson, with instructors in orange shirts nearby in a blue indoor facility with a Goldfish sign in the background.
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    Park Ridge Insider Becca Dupke

    By Trent Modglin
    May 24, 2026
    What you do for a living: I was recently promoted to head of lifeguards and first aid at Goldfish Swim School here in Park Ridge. ...
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    Park Ridge Insider Paul Swanson

    By Trent Modglin
    March 21, 2026
    Breakfast at Goldy’s Grill What you do for a living: I get to walk into a lot of big life moments — first homes, ...
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    Park Ridge Insider Sue Tunzi

    By Trent Modglin
    January 24, 2026
    Pazzi di Pizza  What you do for a living: I am a full-service real estate broker with @properties/Christie’s International Real Estate in Park Ridge ...
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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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A pretty solid new deal we discovered last night a A pretty solid new deal we discovered last night at @daveandbustersrosemont includes $4.99, $6.99 and $8.99 meals when you buy a playing card with a minimum value of $25 (which is why you’re there in the first place, isn’t it?).
Sure Halloween may be over and your pumpkins may h Sure Halloween may be over and your pumpkins may have been turned into compost, but that doesn't mean you still can't snag a pumpkin latte milkshake at @triplescoopdicecream Hurry in to get your pumpkin fix while supplies last.
The folks at @fireandwinege in Park Ridge sure kno The folks at @fireandwinege in Park Ridge sure know how to take care of hungry groups like ours. What a fun night out catching up with old college friends. Don’t forget to check out their great happy hour specials, daily deals, and new seasonal dishes and desserts.
Did you know: Fun, helpful info on @bricktonmontes Did you know: Fun, helpful info on @bricktonmontessorischool @chicagofirewood and the @parkridgeparks Oakton Sports Complex “Not only does Chicago Firewood offer customizable wood shapes and sizes to meet your specific needs, but they also offer delivery — and a return policy — to make your life a little easier.” Read the feature from our fall issue now at therealparkridge.com
When you go through 600 pieces of candy in about a When you go through 600 pieces of candy in about an hour and a half, you know it’s another successful Trunk or Treat event with the @parkridgeparks So many great local businesses and organizations taking part too. Thanks to all who came by for the festive fun on Friday — and for the compliments on our magazine.
Foodie focus: We’re typically drawn to the gyro at Foodie focus: We’re typically drawn to the gyro at @mullysgrillrestaurant (for good reason), but the flavorful chicken Philly definitely caught our eye over the weekend
The cover story from our big fall issue: Good Ea The cover story from our big fall issue: Good Eats at @thalaivasindiankitchen — Staying true to authentic traditions and recipes that span generations is the key behind this popular, family-run South Indian restaurant “It’s a chef-driven restaurant, and that will always be the focus. But the main essence is showing people things they may never have seen before while staying respectful of our traditions, our culture, and our authenticity.” — Revathi Manoharan Read the feature now at therealparkridge.com
Congrats on the “official” opening of @ivnparkridg Congrats on the “official” opening of @ivnparkridge on Devon Avenue in South Park, where a fun (and informative) @parkridgechamber ribbon cutting ceremony was held last night. Read more about this approachable wellness clinic that’s focused on helping people be more proactive about their health in our big fall issue feature on six new businesses in town at TheRealParkRidge.com
Tis the season for an all-time classic scary movie Tis the season for an all-time classic scary movie at the @thepickwicktheatre courtesy of @parkridgeclassicfilm Come out to catch Steven Spielberg's POLTERGEIST on Wednesday, October 28 on the Pickwick's mega screen at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. Film critic Nick Digilio will introduce the 7 p.m. screening, and there will be pre-show music at 6:30 p.m. courtesy of organist Jake McDonagh.
After a long weekend of entertaining friends, it t After a long weekend of entertaining friends, it turned out to be an @easystreetpizza deep dish kind of Sunday night
Shop Around the Corner: Spotlight on the new @anim Shop Around the Corner: Spotlight on the new @animahausco in Park Ridge Owner Renata Karkut describes her new new South Park boutique that focuses on natural beauty, quality, comfort, and a more thoughtful way of living “I want Anima Haus to become known for the quality of the materials we choose. … The pieces are meant to be special and feminine while still being comfortable and easy to wear in real life.” Read the feature from our big fall issue now at TheRealParkRidge.com
The Kid Zone section from our fall issue includes… The Kid Zone section from our fall issue includes… the quirky fun at @museumofillusions_chicago @playballdirect batting cages and instruction in Mount Prospect And the last two weekends of @goebberts_ Fall Fest Read the feature now at TheRealParkRidge.com
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