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  • Oktoberfest in Rosemont: Hofbrauhaus Chicago’s seasonal celebration runs through Oct. 31

  • Park Ridge Insider: Courtney McGeary on the delicious Nonna Silvia’s, outfit shopping at Edie, and tasty salads at Sonny’s Express

  • Shop Around the Corner: Feel like a kid again at Timeless Toys in Chicago’s Lincoln Square

  • Halloween fun from the Park Ridge Park District: S’mores, drive-thru trunk or treat, and house decorating contest

  • Hitting the Park Ridge jackpot: How a global pandemic helped showcase how great our neighborhood really is

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  • Recommendations

    Local recommendations include Evanston beaches, Pennyville Station’s specials, Goode Plumbing and the new D’Agostino’s location

    By Trent Modglin
    September 16, 2020
    We asked active locals to share some of their favorite things in the area “Going to the three different beaches in Evanston is a ...
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    Local recommendations include Countryside Saloon, Devon Avenue Meats, Pickwick’s Classic Film Series & more

    By realadmin
    March 3, 2020
    We asked active locals to share some of their favorite things in the area Countryside Saloon in Des Plaines, which used to be a ...
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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) and replenished on a weekly basis. Look for it at more than 100 area businesses, homes, hotels and festivals — and make sure to sign up for our e-mail newsletter for the latest events, deals and feature articles.

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  • Latest Posts

  • First Look review: Mad Hatter’s (Gin &) Tea Party is a seriously creative and whimsical ...

    By Trent Modglin
    October 25, 2020

  • Q&A with School of Rock parents about how music lessons build confidence, develop teamwork and ...

    By Trent Modglin
    October 23, 2020

  • Oktoberfest in Rosemont: Hofbrauhaus Chicago’s seasonal celebration runs through Oct. 31

    By Trent Modglin
    October 19, 2020

  • Park Ridge Insider: Courtney McGeary on the delicious Nonna Silvia’s, outfit shopping at Edie, and ...

    By Trent Modglin
    October 11, 2020

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  • First Look review: Mad Hatter’s (Gin &) Tea Party is a seriously creative and whimsical good time https://therealchicago.com/2020/10/25/first-look-review-mad-hatters-gin-tea-party-is-a-seriously-creative-and-whimsical-good-time/
  • “ @schoolofrockparkridge gives kids a safe place to challenge themselves. They can learn from success as well as failures. The School of Rock team is really engaged and critical in helping each child become more confident." https://therealparkridge.com/qa-with-school-of-rock-parents-about-how-music-lessons-build-confidence-develop-teamwork-and-create-rock-stars/
  • Reason No. 437 we appreciate our move to Park Ridge last year: the vast number of wonderful parks to explore. We swung by Hinkley Park on the way to swim class yesterday and had a blast on the playground and watching “the older boys” practicing flag football, baseball and skateboarding. #therealparkridge #parkridgeillinois #fallcolors #wackyhairday
  • Oktoberfest in Rosemont: @hofbrauchicago has its seasonal celebration running through Oct. 31 https://therealparkridge.com/oktoberfest-in-rosemont-hofbrauhaus-chicagos-seasonal-celebration-runs-through-oct-31/
  • Weekends in October mean some schnitzel, brisket, football and #Oktoberfest beers from @revbrewchicago and @noonwhistlebrewing at @the_beacon_tap in Des Plaines #eatlocal #drinklocal #footballseason
  • Thanks to @morettisrestaurants in Rosemont for distributing the fall issue, as well as hundreds more great local businesses #therealparkridge #footballseason
  • Had a fun time with a group of neighbors in the giant heated tent at the @uneannee brewery in Niles tonight. Spicy wings, smoked pulled pork sliders, a great triple hazy IPA and an imperial stout made with coffee, hazelnut and maple syrup that will knock your socks off. #drinklocal #craftbeer #therealparkridge
  • It's Friday, and that means fish-fry time. Check out our Signature Dish page on @morettisrestaurants fish & chips — and let us know your favorite local spot for a Friday-night fish fry. #therealparkridge #eatlocal #fishfry https://therealparkridge.com/signature-dishes-the-fish-chips-and-numerous-pizza-possibilities-at-local-favorite-morettis/
  • Sad this fun night with the @parkridgechamber is coming to an end, but thanks so much for @winestylesnorwoodpark and @annemariescallon for hosting. Can’t wait to come back for a tasting. #drinklocal #wine #therealparkridge
  • Socially distanced, masked and “nervous and excited... but mostly excited,” the little man is back in school two days a week. Can’t credit the teachers and staff of District 64 enough for their patience and organized approach to handling this crazy year. #school #hybridlearning #kids
  • Fall in the big city is a beautiful thing (though not as beautiful as a non-Covid summer). #Chicago #fall #fallcolors — photo by @kmcgonagil

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