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  • Park Ridge Insider Anne Inwood

  • Inside Scoop: Seadog Haunted River Tours, South Park’s Witches Night Out Oct. 17, Lena Brava cooking demonstration Oct. 18, Trunk or Treat Oct. 24, and Spirits of Park Ridge Whiskey & Wine Tasting Oct. 25

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  • Inside Scoop: Park Ridge Trucktoberfest, Rosemont Family Fall Fest, Oktoberfest celebrations, EXP virtual reality adventures & more

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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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    Park Ridge Insider Anne Marie Brown on the Taste of Park Ridge, chicken elote tacos from Holt’s, home decor gifts at Marigold, acupuncture at Healing Point Wellness Center and more

    By Trent Modglin
    June 20, 2023
    Taste of Park Ridge What you do for a living: I am the executive director of the Amina Grace Memorial Fund. We were founded ...
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    Park Ridge Insider Natalia Kuppers on delicious dishes at Poké Burrito and Adobe Gila’s, shopping at Edie Boutique, hikes at Starved Rock and the Special Olympics club at Maine South

    By Trent Modglin
    May 17, 2023
    Poké Burrito What you do for a living: I am a graduating senior at Maine South High School. How long you’ve lived here: My ...
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    Park Ridge Insider John Moran on the fritto misto appetizer at Pazzi Di Pizza, the personalized attention at TeaLula, family time at Concerts in the Park and Great Wolf Lodge… and much more

    By Trent Modglin
    April 24, 2023
    What you do for a living: I have been in the investment and insurance industry for more than 20 years and have co-owned the ...
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    Park Ridge Insider Holly Santelli on the eco-friendly items at her Ash & Willow Salon, wine dinners at Harp & Fiddle and the hidden gem businesses that call South Park home

    By Trent Modglin
    March 14, 2023
    What you do for a living: I am the owner of Ash & Willow Eco Salon in the South Park neighborhood of 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.

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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Right now at TheRealParkRidge.com get the Inside S Right now at TheRealParkRidge.com get the Inside Scoop on plenty of upcoming events: Seadog haunted river tours from @citycruises through Oct. 31, South Park’s Witches Night Out from @ashwillowsalon @thenest_parkridge and @renatasorganics Oct. 17, @lenabravachicago cooking demonstration at @chicagofirewood Oct. 18, @parkridgeparks Trunk or Treat Oct. 24, and the @penniesforpennyville Spirits of Park Ridge Whiskey & Wine Tasting on Oct. 25 to benefit the @parkridgehistoricalsociety 

Read it all now at TheRealParkRidge.com in the Inside Scoop section
Looking for something unique and fun to do during Looking for something unique and fun to do during the spookiest of seasons? We recently jumped aboard the Seadog Haunted River Tour from @citycruises which runs Thursday-Sunday through Oct. 31. The 45-minute BYOB cruise explores the haunted history of the Windy City and offers some of the best views you will get anywhere, all while getting you into the Halloween spirit with some spooky storytelling.

Perfect cap to the evening if you had the kiddos with you? @jojosshakebar in River North, especially if it’s warm enough to sit outside in their fall-themed patio. 

More info on the Seadog Haunted River Tour: cityexperiences.com/chicago/
Kid Zone section from our fall issue: @goebbertsfa Kid Zone section from our fall issue: @goebbertsfarm Fall Fest runs through Oct. 31, @parkridgeparks Trunk or Treat Oct. 24, @chicagomuseum Lincoln exhibits, Lake Park Golf Course with @desplainesparkdistrict and the new @exp_rosemont virtual reality experience

Read it all at TheRealParkRidge.com
A couple good deals happening at @gabrielsclosetch A couple good deals happening at @gabrielsclosetchi in Uptown Park Ridge
Just a few big events coming up with great busines Just a few big events coming up with great businesses and organizations like @the_beacon_tap @ashwillowsalon @penniesforpennyville and @parkridgeparks
It’s giveaway time here at The Real Park Ridge m It’s giveaway time here at The Real Park Ridge magazine. Like this post and tag someone you think could use a $25 gift card to @sooocutepr on Prospect Ave to use toward a new dress, sweater, purse, hat, pair of earrings or necklace. We’ll be selecting two random winners this Friday, Oct. 10.
From our big fall issue... Spotlight on @kickhous From our big fall issue...

Spotlight on @kickhouse_parkridge — An inviting and supportive community, energetic and stress-reducing workouts, and plenty of inspiring success stories

“One of the unexpected gifts from becoming a member is the beautiful friendships I’ve made. I have workout buddies that keep me accountable. … My story isn’t just about weight loss. It’s about growth, resilience and finding strength I never knew I had.”

Read the feature now at TheRealParkRidge.com
The Real Park Ridge Dish of the Week: When a bur The Real Park Ridge Dish of the Week: 

When a burrito suizo from @donjuanscantina is calling your name, you should always answer. Shredded chicken (or ground beef, skirt steak or chorizo), rice and refried beans covered in suiza sauce, melted chihuahua cheese, sour cream and guacamole. In other words... perfection. Pairs rather well with a frozen strawberry margarita, Modelo or mojito. 

650 N. Northwest Highway in Park Ridge
From our big fall issue that’s out now... Park From our big fall issue that’s out now...

Park Ridge Insider (and Maine Township Highway Commissioner) Ed Beauvais on the welcoming vibes at @countrysidesaloon and @thalaivasindiankitchen as well as the tasty @danielscharcuterie21 sandwiches, hiking @starvedrockstatepark and biking @the606chicago trail, and exploring Logan Square’s gastropubs like @wolfandcompanychicago 

Read it all now at TheRealParkRidge.com
From our big fall issue that’s out everywhere no From our big fall issue that’s out everywhere now...

The Oakton Sports Complex is here! Q&A with John Shea, executive director of the @parkridgeparks 

“The Oakton Sports Complex will truly offer something for everyone. … I can’t wait to see residents walk through the main entrance for the first time, to witness their reactions, and to see the ways they make this space their own.”

Read the Q&A now at TheRealParkRidge.com
Looking to make the most of these lingering summer Looking to make the most of these lingering summer temps? Try half-price pasta Mondays on the patio at the new @fireandwinege in Uptown Park Ridge. We enjoyed the chicken carbonara with linguini, bacon, spinach, pecorino romano and a parmesan cream sauce, as well as the lobster fra diavolo with pennoni pasta, shrimp, lobster and mushrooms in a spicy tomato sauce. For an appetizer, the calamari and shrimp fritti. Check out their happy hour running Monday-Thursday from 4-5:30 p.m. as well.
This Saturday, plan your day around the @olsonsace This Saturday, plan your day around the @olsonsaceparkridge Harvest Fest with the @parkridgechamber 

It’s sure to be a fun-filled day for the whole family, and it’s free to attend. 

Here’s what’s in store:
🎨 Face painting – Get festive with fall-themed designs
🎃 Pumpkin decorating – Let your creativity shine
🏰 Moon bounce – Jump into the fun
🍷 Beer & wine tent – Courtesy of the Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
🌭 Delicious food – Tasty bites for everyone
👧👦 Kids activities – Games, crafts & surprises and more

More information: https://bit.ly/4p7VI9B
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