The Real Park Ridge https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html Local shopping spotlight: A handful of must-have items for summer homepage Spring faves: We asked two local boutique owners for their favorite items in the store right now Did you know? — Important and helpful info from local businesses like Triple Scoop’d, Ash & Willow, @properties and Divine Vending Magazine Hunger games
: We’ll let you in on some of the best local dishes we tried this winter Feel-good focus: Big Brothers Big Sisters celebrates a meaningful 10-year partnership with Maine Township Park Ridge Insider Paul Swanson Small-business spotlight: Vertical Chimney 
 Inside Scoop: Chicago Restaurant Week, Road Full of Promise Med13L fundraiser, Preschool and Enrichment Fair, Mikerphone’s Winterfest and more Winter warmers: Perfect cold-weather dishes to indulge in this winter Local charity spotlight: Pennies for Pennyville Park Ridge Insider Sue Tunzi Night on the town: Candlelight U2 concert with a string quartet, dinner and rooftop cocktails in Wicker Park Steak — it’s what’s for dinner: We set out to enjoy some of the more intriguing — and delicious — steak dishes around Kid Zone: EXP virtual reality in Rosemont, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, and new films at the Museum of Science and Industry Hidden gems: Twin Anchors for ribs, Luvvli wellness studio, Suncatcher Brewing and AriYarn knitting and crochet studio Feel-good focus: Monthly Bingo Buddies events bring an afternoon of youthful exuberance and companionship to residents of the Summit of Uptown Inside Scoop: Park Ridge Farmers Market and Market after Dark info, Rita’s free ice day March 20, Park Ridge Park District Easter egg hunts, Maine South Parents’ Scholarship Club and Have Dreams events, Park Ridge Wine Walk and more Local recommendations include Peace Pelvic Health, G-K Landscaping, Northwind Exteriors, MBD Martial Arts, Family Tree Chiropractic and more Park Ridge Insider Dr. Chuck DiFranco New in town: Di Marko’s All-Day Cafe, Park Ridge Coin & Collectibles, Hatty’s Club, Kouklas Greek Eatery and Chubby Cattle Shop around the corner: Spotlight on 2 Sisters Boutique A&L Inside Scoop: Skating in Rosemont, family holiday events with the Park Ridge Park District, Lightscape at the Chicago Botanic Garden, Chicago Boat Show and more New in town: Mediterranean-inspired Elia Café believes in treating people like family Small-business spotlight on Renata’s Organics Skincare, and the opening of the versatile Anima Haus boutique and gathering space next door Spotlight on Brickton Montessori: Checking in on the school’s impressive future home and a continuing focus on community, responsibility and independence Park Ridge Insider Anne Inwood Good Eats at Old Irving Brewing Co. Did you know? — Important info from local businesses like Northwind Exteriors, Home Comfort, Allstate, Peace Pelvic Health and YSB Legal Kid Zone: Goebbert’s Fall Fest, Park Ridge Trunk or Treat, Lake Park Golf Course, Chicago History Museum’s Lincoln exhibit and EXP Rosemont The Oakton Sports Complex is here! Q&A with John Shea, executive director of the Park Ridge Park District Spotlight on KickHouse: An inviting and supportive community, energetic and stress-reducing workouts, and plenty of inspiring success stories Sweet tooth satisfaction: We went on the hunt for some of the most popular desserts in the area, and loved every minute of it Chicago Scene: Sharing some of our favorite restaurants for dramatic views along the Chicago River 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 New in town: Get ready for Mikerphone Brewing Kitchen & Tap in South Park Inside Scoop: Park Ridge Trucktoberfest, Rosemont Family Fall Fest, Oktoberfest celebrations, EXP virtual reality adventures & more Park Ridge Insider Jessie Brady Kid Zone: Christmas Around the World exhibit at Museum of Science and Industry, Altitude Trampoline Park, and ZooLights Park Ridge Insider Ed Beauvais Summer fitness Q&A with Julia Baraglia of Mixfitliving Park Ridge Insider M.J. Weber Weekend getaway ideas from our Park Ridge Insiders Kid Zone: New Spider-Man exhibit at the Museum of Science and Industry, Raging Waves water park upgrades, and the Mountain View Adventure Center Did you know: Fun, helpful summertime info from local businesses Inside Scoop: Where learning feels like play — Preschool at the Park Ridge Park District Spotlight on Triple Scoop’d Ice Cream: Keeping Park Ridge’s sweet tooth satisfied has been a fun journey for this active, family-run business Local recommendations include Davis & Engert Dentistry, Matt Steiger from @Properties, shoe shopping at Dick Pond, Allstate’s Todd Gentile and 5800 North Cafe Patio bites and signature dishes: Come with us on a local dining exploration