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    By Trent Modglin
    August 16, 2025
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    Weekend getaway ideas from our Park Ridge Insiders

    Door County, Wisc. Got a few days free and looking for an ideal weekend getaway spot? We tapped into the minds of some of our previous Park Ridge Insiders for ideas on where to go Wisconsin. I enjoy all that state has to offer (save for the Packers). Our top spot is Door County (read ...
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    By Trent Modglin
    October 10, 2024
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    Escape to Milwaukee: Just over an hour from Park Ridge, the transformation of this city has made it a favorite spot for a quick weekend getaway

    By Trent Modglin When I was in my 20s living in Chicago, my roommate was from Milwaukee and we would go up every few months to bar hop with her friends and hang with her family. It was a friendly city and all, but nothing about Milwaukee ever wowed me except maybe the annual Summerfest ...
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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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Wow, what a way to cap off the summer with the fin Wow, what a way to cap off the summer with the final Park Ridge Market after Dark @mad60068 from the @parkridgechamber Great food, drink, music, artisans, weather and, most importantly, great people! We may have needed a full day to recover, but it was well worth it. So glad we’ve made this a summer tradition in Park Ridge.
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The @parkridgeparks Oakton Sports Complex is reop The @parkridgeparks Oakton Sports Complex is reopening to the public on Saturday, August 23. Stop by the grand opening celebration to check out this amazing facility featuring a completely renovated main rink, new studio rink, training room, indoor athletic field, concessions area and multipurpose rooms. There is a full afternoon of activities planned starting at noon. Head to PRParks.org for more information.
Featuring a variety of food and art vendors, mixed Featuring a variety of food and art vendors, mixed with small-business pop-ups, live entertainment and a large, handpicked rotation of local breweries, wineries and distilleries, the Park Ridge Market After Dark @mad60068 from the @parkridgechamber is the type of summer street party everyone can enjoy. Don’t miss out: This last Market After Dark of the year will take place tomorrow, Saturday, Aug. 23, from 4:30-9:30 p.m. in the @parkridgefarmersmarket lot. For more information, visit MarketAfterDark.com
Had a chance to interview Park Ridge’s own Mike Had a chance to interview Park Ridge’s own Mike Pallen yesterday to get the lowdown on his plans to build a second taproom for his popular @mikerphonebrewing In case you haven’t heard, the old Boston Market on Devon is where it’ll be. Patio seating, burgers, cheese curds and Park Ridge-exclusive beers included. Coming winter 2026! Read the interview in our upcoming fall issue, which will be out in early September.
Quite the breakfast yesterday at the new @eliacafe Quite the breakfast yesterday at the new @eliacafe_ on Northwest Highway. Look for more on this great new addition to the Park Ridge restaurant scene in our upcoming fall issue.
From tots to soon-to-be kindergartners, @parkridge From tots to soon-to-be kindergartners, @parkridgeparks programs are designed to spark joy, curiosity, and a love for learning — through play Read more in our Inside Scoop section at therealparkridge.com
Got a few days free and looking for an ideal weeke Got a few days free and looking for an ideal weekend getaway spot? From Door County hidden gems to farmers markets in Madison and staycations in Chicago to glamping in Michigan, we tapped into the minds of some of our previous Park Ridge Insiders for ideas on where to go Read it all now at TheRealParkRidge.com
Enjoyed the annual @parkridgechamber fantasy footb Enjoyed the annual @parkridgechamber fantasy football draft at @theharpandfiddle tonight… with a little help from a 6th grade ringer. One draft rule: We have a strict limit of only one Packer
Summer evening views from @theharpandfiddle patio. Summer evening views from @theharpandfiddle patio.
There’s still time to try the creative summer fo There’s still time to try the creative summer food options from @easystreetpizza on Devon Ave. in Park Ridge, not to mention a bevy of new cocktails to match the season. Hungry but maybe want to go a little lighter than usual? Their new giardiniera dip with warm kettle chips, chicken cesar wrap, fresh ground turkey burger or hot honey soppressata should do the trick. For drinks, try the limoncello spritz, watermelon mojito, Cool as a Cucumber gin concoction, or the tropical margarita with 1800 Coconut, pineapple and lime juices, and pomegranate simple syrup. They’re as tasty as they sound, believe us. Read more from our Did You Know section in the summer issue at TheRealParkRidge.com
Favorite “hidden gem” restaurant: “Even thou Favorite “hidden gem” restaurant: “Even though it is definitely not hidden after earning a Michelin star, @indiennechicago in River North is a gem. It’s in an old printing warehouse and brings together Indian flavors and French dishes. The tasting menu is the way to go. A very cool place for drinks too. Read more opinions from M.J. Weber in our summer issue’s Park Ridge Insider section now at TheRealParkRidge.com
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