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  • Inside Scoop: Market After Dark July 25, the National Sports Collectors Convention in Rosemont July 29-Aug. 2, Concerts in the Park and Jazzin’ at the Shedd

  • Inside Scoop: Family-friendly events this July & August from the Park Ridge Park District

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  • Children sit on the pool edge during a supervised swim lesson, with instructors in orange shirts nearby in a blue indoor facility with a Goldfish sign in the background.
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    By Trent Modglin
    May 24, 2026
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    Park Ridge Insider Becca Dupke

    What you do for a living: I was recently promoted to head of lifeguards and first aid at Goldfish Swim School here in Park Ridge. To think I started this job as a swim instructor my sophomore year of high school at Maine South and now, as a freshman in college, it’s insane to think about and ...
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    June 21, 2025
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    Inside Scoop: Insight on Market After Dark and the Taste of Park Ridge, Rockin’ in the Park concerts in Rosemont, Goldfish Swim School block party, happy hour deals and more

    Taste of Park Ridge returns July 10-12 Save the date for the Taste Of Park Ridge, which will run from July 10-12 this year and include the regular collection of local food options, live music, kids activities, business networking and much more — all in the heart of Uptown Park Ridge on Summit Avenue. Thursday’s ...
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    December 15, 2024
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    Inside Scoop: Lincoln Park ZooLights, ice skating in Rosemont, holiday activities with the Park Ridge Park District, Illumination at the Morton Arboretum, Lightscape at the Chicago Botanic Garden and deals around town

    ZooLights celebrates 30 years at the Lincoln Park Zoo Head to Chicago’s Lincoln Park Zoo for one of the city’s favorite holiday traditions, which is back for its 30th year with new artistic, interactive displays and programming through Jan. 5. ZooLights features more than three million lights, including hundreds of luminous LED displays and festive ...
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    June 13, 2024
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    Inside Scoop: Park Ridge’s new Market After Dark, Rockin’ in the Park Rosemont concert series, Taylor Swift tribute June 21, Taste of Park Ridge, Goldfish Swim School block party, Chicago Ramen and more

    Rockin’ in the Park concerts return to Rosemont’s Parkway Bank Park on Thursdays this summer Rosemont’s Parkway Bank Park entertainment district kicks off its summer season with the return of the “Rockin’ in the Park” free summer concert series. Free concerts run every Thursday and select Friday evenings through August 30, featuring music by classic ...
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    December 14, 2023
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    Inside Scoop: Ice skating and Sparkle Light Festival in Rosemont, Blue Man Group holiday shows, Lightscape at the Chicago Botanic Garden, Illumination at the Morton Arboretum and deals around town

    Sparkle Light Festival in RosemontThe Sparkle Light Festival is back at Rosemont’s Impact Field, and this year it features a brand new, completely redesigned layout and the addition of an ice skating rink. Visitors will enjoy breathtaking displays of millions of holiday lights alongside a variety of activities like five illuminated villages, a visit with ...
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    By Trent Modglin
    April 17, 2023
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    Local recommendations include MPowered Orthodontics, Uptown Med Spa, Orange Shoe Personal Fitness, Cucina Biagio and more

    We have had such an amazing experience at MPowered Orthodontics! We came here at the recommendation of our pediatric dentist, and my daughter was feeling pretty anxious about the prospect of having to get braces. Her canine teeth were growing at an angle so we needed some kind of intervention. Dr. Milena was wonderful. Her ...
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    March 8, 2022
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    Inside Scoop: Chicago Restaurant Week starts March 25, Taste of Park Ridge dates, new pricing at the Chicago Botanic Garden and deals around town

    Chicago Restaurant Week runs March 25-April 10 It’s time for Chicago’s annual foodie frenzy. Yes, that special time of year, where you get to treat your taste buds like royalty during the 15th annual culinary celebration that is Chicago Restaurant Week, which runs March 25-April 10. That’s a total of 17 days of dining deals ...
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    Inside Scoop: Compass to Care’s annual 5k and 1-mile run/walk Sept. 18, final Concert in the Park Sept. 10, Stage School open house Sept. 11

    Compass to Care’s annual 5K and 1-mile walk/run is back in Park Ridge Sept. 18 Saturday, September 18, 2021 in Park Ridge Race time is 8 a.m. www.Cancer5K.org Compass to Care’s mission: Compass to Care was founded in 2010 by childhood cancer survivor Michelle Ernsdorff-May. Michelle realized far too many families have to travel for their child’s cancer ...
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Did you know, if you can’t decide between two of y Did you know, if you can’t decide between two of your faves, you can split a single scoop cone amongst two flavors at @triplescoopdicecream ?

Did you also know they offer ice cream cookies and customized ice cream cakes that are perfect for any occasion?
Proud to be volunteering again as a director with Proud to be volunteering again as a director with @falconsfootballcheer where an estimated 3,150 kids will be participating in flag, tackle and cheerleading leagues this fall — a new record. What's most impressive? The girls flag football numbers more than doubled from last year. Quite the program we have here in town, and it shows.
Hammitt handbags are always in style, no matter wh Hammitt handbags are always in style, no matter what season we’re in. Come check out the large assortment at @raffiagifts next to the Pickwick this week.
Chicago Scene: The Architecture and True Crime Tou Chicago Scene: The Architecture and True Crime Tour, water taxis, @naiaontheriver opens, the Anne Frank exhibit at the @griffinmsi and falling in love with @popupbagels 

Read the feature from our big summer issue now at TheRealParkRidge.com
The @cityofparkridge and @parkridgepolicedepartmen The @cityofparkridge and @parkridgepolicedepartment have a fun night planned for the annual National Night Out. Come join in the community fun tonight in Hodges Park
From our big summer issue's cover story on light b From our big summer issue's cover story on light bites perfect for patio season...

The southwest chicken salad at @howardstreetinn 

Keeping it light: This is not your normal sports bar menu. Far from it, actually, and it’s easy to fall in love with a new dish each time you stop by. The menu is that robust. Perfect for summer, in our mind, is the southwest chicken salad that has grilled chicken breast topped with fresh pico de gallo, corn and grated cheddar served over a bed of chopped romaine lettuce — all packed in a crispy baked tortilla shell. Throw on a little spicy ranch dressing and pair with a cold draft beer and you’re set. And pretty guilt free. 

And did we mention Howard Street has arguably the best daily drink specials in the area?
Monday fun fact: The weekend brunch at @eliacafe_ Monday fun fact: The weekend brunch at @eliacafe_ in Uptown Park Ridge is something to behold.
No rain in the forecast and just a few hours left No rain in the forecast and just a few hours left to take advantage of the weekend Park Ridge sidewalk sale that includes big savings at your favorite shops like @shop2sisters @raffiagifts @edie.boutique and more
Check out the huge @parkridgechamber sidewalk sale Check out the huge @parkridgechamber sidewalk sale happening through this Sunday, Aug. 2. Hurry up to Prospect Avenue and Uptown Park Ridge to find some fantastic deals at @shop2sisters @raffiagifts @sooocutepr @edie.boutique @campwillow @hellohollyparkridge @gabrielsclosetchi @hempcbd.wellness @pbparkridge and more.
Half-price pitchers of margaritas, open patio, tac Half-price pitchers of margaritas, open patio, tacos and live music? That’s a winning Thursday at @donjuanscantina
What an opening day of @nsccshow (aka The National What an opening day of @nsccshow (aka The National Sports Collectors Convention Inc.) at the 
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont. It just so happens to be the largest and most prestigious sports card and memorabilia trade show in the country, and it’s right in our backyard through Sunday, Aug. 2. 

Celebrity autographs, 600+ dealers from around the nation, and about anything a sports fan could want covering 500,000 square feet of floor space. General admission is just $30, and children 12 and under are free with an accompanying adult 

Don’t miss out. More info at www.NSCCShow.com
From our big summer issue... Park Ridge Insider A From our big summer issue...

Park Ridge Insider Annika Schmidt on her new @sipnplaystudio on Devon Avenue, live music on the patio at @theharpandfiddle and @pennyvillestation … a love of @neta_sushi and @chicagobarrelhouse … exploring @wolffsfleamarket on the weekend, and the relaxing and fun art experience at @colormemineglenview 

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