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  • Inside Scoop: Fall events galore like Sketchbook Brewing’s Oktoberfest, Rosetoberfest, Pumpkin Palooza, Chicago Gourmet, Ace Hardware’s Harvest Fest, Spirits of Park Ridge, Trunk or Treat and more

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    Small business spotlight: Dr. Julie Davis from Davis & Engert Dentistry, a nearly four-decade staple in Park Ridge

    By Trent Modglin
    May 13, 2021
    Davis & Engert 20 Main Street in Park Ridge. DentistInParkRidge.com 847-698-2161 The family connection to Park Ridge: Davis & Engert Dentistry was started by ...
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    The pampered life: Surviving my first “gentleman’s facial” at Beautifully New Med Spa — and possibly getting hooked

    By Trent Modglin
    April 22, 2021
    By Trent Modglin It’s not every day you’re recruited to receive a “gentleman’s facial” from a high-end medical spa. So, of course, I head ...
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    Burger bonanza: We’re blessed with plenty of great burger options in the Park Ridge area, and here are a few favorites

    By Trent Modglin
    March 29, 2021
    The Beacon burger at The Beacon Tap 1374 Lee Street in Des Plaines 847-715-2772 TheBeaconTap.com This fun sports bar in nearby Des Plaines has ...
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    Goode Plumbing to the rescue: Avoid the sewer backup disaster we experienced and install a flood-control system now

    By Trent Modglin
    March 5, 2021
    By Trent Modglin I’m not entirely sure if there’s a world record for the number of times the Weather Channel app can be refreshed ...
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    First Look review: “Immersive Van Gogh” provides the breathtaking spectacle of watching Van Gogh’s art come to life

    By Trent Modglin
    February 16, 2021
    By Michael Dritto Photos by Michael Brosilow Location: Lighthouse Artspace Chicago (108 W. Germania Place) through Sept. 6. Tickets can be purchased by calling 844-307-4644 ...
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    Small business spotlight: Matt Steiger, residential real estate broker for @Properties in Park Ridge

    By Trent Modglin
    February 15, 2021
    Ma*********@**********es.com 224-392-6421 @Properties How long he’s been at it: A total 15 years in real estate, originally based out of Wrigleyville and the West ...
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    Winter comfort food: Warm up and treat your taste buds with these Park Ridge-area favorites

    By Trent Modglin
    January 5, 2021
    Shepherd’s pie at Harp & Fiddle Harp & Fiddle Ownership likes to say they have themselves a “modern pub with an Irish flair,” and ...
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    Spotlight on Klairmont Kollections: One of the best car museums the world has to offer is right here in Chicago

    By Trent Modglin
    November 14, 2020
    By Trent Modglin When you first pull into the parking lot at Klairmont Kollections, in Chicago’s Logan Square neighborhood, the natural assumption is that ...
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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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Get ready for the fun annual Witches Night Out nig Get ready for the fun annual Witches Night Out night out at @ashwillowsalon and @renatasorganics in South Park tonight
We were delighted to be invited to the grand openi We were delighted to be invited to the grand opening of the beautiful new @bricktonmontessorischool location at 1695 S. River Rd in Des Plaines last month. After a two-year renovation, the finished product is something to behold, and it was difficult to decide who was more excited about the new facility: the kids, the staff or the parents. Brickton.org
Quite the working lunch today at the Edison Park f Quite the working lunch today at the Edison Park favorite @cafe.touche which included one of the best smash burgers we’ve had to date (think sautéed onions, cheddar, pickles and 1000 island). A stellar chicken salad and Cubano sandwich (with pulled pork pork, ham, avocado, pickles, gruyere cheese, and Cajun-dijon mustard) too.
Time to grab your team for the Park Ridge - Friend Time to grab your team for the Park Ridge - Friends of the Parks annual Trivia Night fundraiser Saturday, November 14 from 6-10 p.m. Prospect Park’s O’Connor Building 733 N. Prospect Ave. in Park Ridge Doors open at 6 p.m. | Trivia starts promptly at 7 p.m. This event is adults only, 21+ $360 per team (up to eight players) Registration includes: * Eight rounds of trivia * Pasta and salad from fire + wine * Soft drinks and 24 drink tickets per team (Drink tickets may be used for beer, wine, or hard seltzer.) Teams are encouraged to create a team name and decorate their table. Registration closes Nov. 8 (or earlier if it sells out). prfriendsoftheparks.org
From our big fall issue, a spotlight on six new bu From our big fall issue, a spotlight on six new businesses in town. Welcome to Park Ridge: @brew.pkr @barestudioesthetics Mandram by @thalaivasindiankitchen @hotworxparkridge @hellohollyparkridge @ivnparkridge Read the feature now at therealparkridge.com
The Real Park Ridge deal of the week: By now we ce The Real Park Ridge deal of the week: By now we certainly hope you know all about the @fireandwinege half-price pasta special on Mondays, but are you aware it’s also the perfect spot to unwind for happy hour Monday through Thursday from 4-5:30 p.m. and Fridays from 3-5:30 p.m.? In the bar and lounge area, you can enjoy all of your favorite small plates at half off their regular menu price, along with a rotating selection of featured $8 wines, $10 signature cocktails, and $5 select draft beers. 608 W. Touhy, C2 in Park Ridge https://www.fireandwine.net/park-ridge-fire-and-wine
This Sunday, Oct. 11, check out the @parkridgepark This Sunday, Oct. 11, check out the @parkridgeparks open house at Centennial Fitness Center, where guests will have free admission all day to try out the facility and various group fitness classes. Special membership deals will be available Sunday as well.
Soaking up as much of this 70s weather as possible Soaking up as much of this 70s weather as possible on the patio at @wehavegreatbeerpr with a stellar Southern Tuba hazy IPA from @roaringtable and an @alarmistbrewing Crispy Boy pilsner (thanks to @pollyannabrewingcompany for keeping it alive)
From our big fall issue out now... @parkridgepark From our big fall issue out now... @parkridgeparks Q&A: Justin Schuring on the variety of the membership options, fun classes this fall, and the welcoming atmosphere at Centennial Fitness Center “There is definitely an upbeat, positive energy every day here at the CFC. … And I think people are surprised about the value of our membership options and what’s included in that membership.” Read the interview at TheRealParkRidge.com
The inaugural Pumpkin Palooza from the @parkridgec The inaugural Pumpkin Palooza from the @parkridgechamber was a serious hit last weekend, thanks to the work of so many great volunteers and a community that likes to have a little fun. Until next time…
If you look up at the sky today, you’ll know that If you look up at the sky today, you’ll know that golf season is far from over. Come out and support the @mainesouthparentsscholarclub at their annual golf outing Oct. 17. Form your team or a come solo... either way, it’s guaranteed to be a great time for a great cause. Visit MSParentsScholarshipClub.org for morr info and registration
We’re just one day away from the first annual Pump We’re just one day away from the first annual Pumpkin Palooza from the @parkridgechamber The Real Park Ridge magazine will be helping serve up cocktails, wine and beer in the drink tent, so swing by to say hi. Lots of live music, local food, and fun for the kiddos too. All of it’s happening in the Park Ridge Farmers Market / Park Ridge Market after Dark space. See you Saturday!
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