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  • Inside Scoop: Market After Dark July 25, the National Sports Collectors Convention in Rosemont July 29-Aug. 2, Concerts in the Park and Jazzin’ at the Shedd

  • Inside Scoop: Family-friendly events this July & August from the Park Ridge Park District

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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.
    Park Ridge Insider

    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.
    Park Ridge Insider

    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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    Park Ridge Insider Dr. Chuck DiFranco

    By Trent Modglin
    December 17, 2025
    What you do for a living: I am a periodontist who specializes in replacing teeth with dental implants as well as treating gum disease ...
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    Park Ridge Insider Anne Inwood

    By Trent Modglin
    October 17, 2025
    Wilfdire’s filet mignon What you do for a living: I am a licensed clinical social worker who specializes in working with children and families, ...
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    Park Ridge Insider Ed Beauvais

    By Trent Modglin
    October 3, 2025
    What you do for a living: Currently I am a father, a graduate student and work two jobs trying to improve our local community ...
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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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Thanks to @heronagency for an afternoon spent aboa Thanks to @heronagency for an afternoon spent aboard the Chicago Seadog River & Lake Architectural Tour from @citycruises Talk about feeling like a tourist for the day on the Chicago River and Lake Michigan. Unique, educational and entertaining at the same time.
When the brother in law visits and basically escap When the brother in law visits and basically escapes with your son and nieces every night for a little @triplescoopdicecream
Inside Scoop: The next Park Ridge Market after Dar Inside Scoop: The next Park Ridge Market after Dark @mad60068 is coming up this Saturday, July 25, The National Sports Collectors Convention Inc. @nsccshow takes over Rosemont July 29-Aug. 2, Concerts in the Park Fridays and Jazzin’ at the @@shedd_aquarium Wednesdays Read it all now at TheRealParkRidge.com
Read the Kid Zone section from our big summer issu Read the Kid Zone section from our big summer issue with fun info about the @parkridgeparks Country Farm Fair this Saturday and Movies in the Park (Cars) Aug. 6, as well as climbing adventures in the AC at @funtopiaglenview and the new Powering the Future exhibit at the @griffinmsi (where the popular Spider-Man is extended!) Read it all here: TheRealParkRidge.com
Summer getaway: We gathered a few of our favorite Summer getaway: We gathered a few of our favorite spots and sights from the uniquely charming Door County peninsula Read the feature from our big summer issue here: therealparkridge.com
It was great seeing our friends at the @easystreet It was great seeing our friends at the @easystreetpizza tent at the Taste of Park Ridge last weekend. And it was equally as great to discover one of their new summer specials on Devon Avenue... the southwest chicken egg rolls. Let’s get together and bug them enough to keep them on the regular menu going forward. C’mon, who’s with me?
Inside Scoop: From Flick & Float nights and s’more Inside Scoop: From Flick & Float nights and s’mores bonfires to fun concerts and early childhood expos, there are plenty of family-friendly events this July & August from the @parkridgeparks Read it all here: therealparkridge.com
Properties recently listed by @mattsteigerrealesta Properties recently listed by @mattsteigerrealestate 110 N. Merrill St. in Park Ridge 1404 S. Ashland Ave. in Park Ridge 400 Ascot Dr., #3E in Park Ridge “Matt has in-depth knowledge of the area and was able to leverage it in our search. He was always available and arranged showings promptly and efficiently. ... Personable and helpful at all times. ... He almost felt like a family member in our dealings with him.” See more: atproperties.com/site/mattsteiger
The 2026 edition of the Taste of Park Ridge is und The 2026 edition of the Taste of Park Ridge is underway and runs through Saturday. What foods and bands are you most looking forward to?
You know you have great summer content when even t You know you have great summer content when even the busy staff at @ritasofparkridge has to take a break to check out the latest issue…
Check out our summer issue cover story on lite bit Check out our summer issue cover story on lite bites perfect for patio season, like the @tavernpointchi blackened grouper sandwich, @donjuanscantina tostadas, @theharpandfiddle mixed berry salad, @shemroonkababhouse koobideh bites and @ziassocial Lake Superior whitefish (and cocktails) Read it all here: TheRealParkRidge.com
From our Park Ridge Insider section in the big sum From our Park Ridge Insider section in the big summer issue: What is your favorite restaurant in the area? @jkussymortgage : “I don’t necessarily have one favorite, as I go to different places for different experiences. Happy hour at @fireandwinege is a great deal, and the outdoor space is fantastic. The loaded nachos at @donjuanscantina are perfect to split, especially with one of their hand-shaken margaritas. And the salmon skin sushi rolls at @blufish_parkridge (not on the menu — you have to ask for it) is one of my favorites. Too many great choices to pick just one.” Read the spotlight now at therealparkridge.com
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