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  • Inside Scoop: Market After Dark returns July 25, Aug. 22; Dad’s Dash 5K June 20; Taste of Park Ridge July 9-11; Rosemont free Thursday concerts and fireworks; Concerts in the Park and more

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    Park Ridge Insider Steve Judge on sushi nights at Blufish, flights at Beer on the Wall, Harp & Fiddle’s events and finding the next experiment for his son at American Science and Surplus

    By Trent Modglin
    February 23, 2024
    What you do for a living: I started my own solo law practice in 2021 after my father, Jay Judge, passed away. He he ...
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    Park Ridge Insider Sherry Watkins on the artistry of Daniel’s Charcuterie, martinis at Zaza Cucina, cozy dinners at Café Touché and the desire to see a show at the Des Plaines Theater

    By Trent Modglin
    January 19, 2024
    Zaza Cucina martini What you do for a living: I have been a soprano in the chorus at the Lyric Opera of Chicago for almost ...
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    Park Ridge Insider Dr. Milena Bulic on her MPowered Smiles Orthodontics practice, the welcoming atmosphere and delicious food at Patina Wine Bar and Daniel’s Charcuterie, and ice skating with the family followed by hot tea at TeaLula

    By Trent Modglin
    December 18, 2023
    What you do for a living: I am the owner of and board-certified orthodontist at MPowered Smiles Orthodontics (137 Vine Ave.) here in Park Ridge. ...
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    Park Ridge Insider Julie Davis on her family dentistry, the baked lamb from Mykonos Greek restaurant, family dinners at Pasta D’Arte, gifts and spa services at Renata’s Organics and glamping at The Fields of Michigan

    By Trent Modglin
    November 19, 2023
    What you do for a living: I am a dentist and co-owner at Davis & Engert Dentistry, along with my mom, Dr. Arlene Engert, ...
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    Park Ridge Insider Mike O’Grady on his Emerald Decorating Company, how Café Touché nails it every time, the ribs at Gale Street Inn and snowmobiling on the Wisconsin-Upper Peninsula border

    By Trent Modglin
    October 26, 2023
    Café Touché What do you do for a living: I am the owner of Emerald Decorating Company. I put myself through college at Valparaiso ...
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    Park Ridge Insider JoAnn Fosco on the fried chicken tacos at Holt’s, catching the game at Harp & Fiddle, brunch at Patina Wine Bar, and looking forward to ballroom lessons at the Fred Astaire Dance Studio

    By Trent Modglin
    September 19, 2023
    Holt’s fried chicken and elote tacos What you do for a living: I am the co-owner of Anthony Valentino Salon here (26 Main Street) ...
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    Park Ridge Insider Claudia Pazik on the seven spicy ahi at Shakou, a Saturday bottomless brunch with friends at Pennyville Station, and perusing the home decor at Marigold

    By Trent Modglin
    September 1, 2023
    What you do for a living: I’m a hair stylist and colorist right here in Park Ridge at Salon Twenty Three. I’d love to ...
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    Park Ridge Insider Mike Boychuck on the steaks and views at Gibsons Italia, the underrated Edison Park Inn, family escapes to Door County and 16-inch softball with the Park Ridge Park District

    By Trent Modglin
    July 29, 2023
    What you do for a living: I’m self-employed in real estate management in the north side of Chicago. How long you’ve lived here: Born ...
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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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Local recommendations from our recent spring issue Local recommendations from our recent spring issue include @bricktonmontessorischool @kickhouse_parkridge @suits2020chicago @parkridge_pickups @mullysgrillrestaurant burgers @octobercafechicago @firstwatch breakfasts @sky_music_company and more 

Read it all here: TheRealParkRidge.com
Inside Scoop from our new summer issue: Read it al Inside Scoop from our new summer issue: Read it all now at TheRealParkRidge.com

Park Ridge Market after Dark @mad60068 returns July 25 and Aug. 22

Serve it Forward pickleball event benefiting @have.dreams June 13

@olsonsaceparkridge Dad’s Dash 5K June 20

Taste of Park Ridge returns July 9-11

Rosemont’s free @parkwaybankpark Thursday concerts and fireworks

Concerts in the Park from the @parkridgeparks and Concerts in the Park from the Park Ridge Fine Arts Society 

Read it all now at TheRealParkRidge.com
Swing by @shop2sisters next Tuesday to shop for Fa Swing by @shop2sisters next Tuesday to shop for Father’s Day (or yourself), save 15% and sample some great bourbon and beer with @therealparkridge magazine and @attorney_steve_judge
Did you know: With the Oakton driving range re-ope Did you know: With the Oakton driving range re-opening delayed until later this summer, the @parkridgeparks has made arrangements with the @desplainesparkdistrict for Park Ridge residents to receive the discounted resident rate at the Des Plaines Golf Center driving range. Yep, check it out.
Hidden gem spotlight: @macushlabeer @hmartoffici Hidden gem spotlight: 
@macushlabeer 
@hmartofficial Korean food court
@rand_redhots 

Read the feature from our spring issue now at TheRealParkRidge.com
The summer issue of The Real Park Ridge is out, an The summer issue of The Real Park Ridge is out, and bigger and better than ever. As the largest and most widely-read magazine in the area, we take pride in our content and reach. Head to your mailbox or any of the 230+ local businesses receive each issue. 

Features include patio season dishes at spots like @ziassocial @fireandwinege @tavernpointchi @shemroonkababhouse @theharpandfiddle and more, as well as local insider info, spotlights on @have.dreams … upcoming @mad60068 events, new @griffinmsi exhibits, @uptownmedspaparkridge skincare tips, summer must-have items at @shop2sisters and @raffiagifts … joining the first-timer’s club at @kickhouse_parkridge … date night at @millennium_park … free Wednesday fitness sessions from @powherhouse__fitnessstudio and Thursday concerts in Rosemont’s @parkwaybankpark … spots to escape and relax like @tealula and @chicagobotanic … Door County favorites and much, much more.
Welcome to town, @zarminalipediatrics !! The Real Welcome to town, @zarminalipediatrics !!
The Real Park Ridge enjoyed being part of their official @parkridgechamber ribbon cutting at 545 Busse Highway (next to Dick Pond) earlier this week. 

Beautiful space, an experienced and local team of medical professionals, and a respected nationwide brand covering everything from primary care and urgent care to speech therapy and behavioral health. What more could you ask for?
Rumor has it there are only 10 spots remaining for Rumor has it there are only 10 spots remaining for tomorrow’s Bourbon & Bites event at @theharpandfiddle benefiting the @parkridgechamber 

Don’t delay, as this will sell out
We’re rather excited to be getting our bounce hous We’re rather excited to be getting our bounce house, water slide and games from the folks at Fun in Chicago / @jumpguypartyrentals again this year for our neighborhood block party. Check out their vast assortment of fun rental options at FunInChicago.com and read more about them in the new summer issue of The Real Park Ridge magazine.
The first Park Ridge Market after Dark from the @p The first Park Ridge Market after Dark from the @parkridgechamber is in the books and a great time was had by all. Thanks to all our vendors, volunteers, planning committee members and everyone who came out to celebrate the community. And here’s the best part: There’s two more events to come later this summer — July 25 and Aug. 22
Feeling the family-friendly patio vibes this weeke Feeling the family-friendly patio vibes this weekend at @uneannee Brewery in Niles
Looks like a patio kind of weekend, doesn’t it? Looks like a patio kind of weekend, doesn’t it?
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