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  • Inside Scoop: Where learning feels like play — Preschool at the Park Ridge Park District

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  • Park Ridge Insider
    By Trent Modglin
    April 27, 2025
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    Park Ridge Insider Nicole Hanlon

    Park Ridge Insider Nicole Hanlon on her family operation at Triple Scoop’d, the margaritas and steak tacos at Westso in Edison Park, shopping at 2 Sisters Boutique and exploring the South Park neighborhood What you do for a living: I am an attorney specializing in workers’ compensation defense. In addition, my husband Jim and I ...
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  • Park Ridge Insider
    By Trent Modglin
    August 19, 2024
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    Park Ridge Insider Matt Hachigian on the beautiful Foxtail on the Lake, the hospitality at Hay Caramba, stocking up at Around the World Cigars and escaping to Minocqua, WI

    Foxtail on the Lake What you do for a living: My wife and I each run our own business. I’ve owned my law practice as a criminal defense attorney for more than 20 years. The office is located in Addison, but I serve clients throughout Cook County and the surrounding areas. My wife, Jen, is ...
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  • Recommendations
    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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    By Trent Modglin
    March 14, 2023
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    Park Ridge Insider Holly Santelli on the eco-friendly items at her Ash & Willow Salon, wine dinners at Harp & Fiddle and the hidden gem businesses that call South Park home

    What you do for a living: I am the owner of Ash & Willow Eco Salon in the South Park neighborhood of Park Ridge (with additional locations in Barrington and Long Grove). How long you’ve lived here: I actually live right over the border in the Edison Park neighborhood of Chicago, but I have been ...
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    By Trent Modglin
    December 19, 2022
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    Park Ridge Insider Katie Prezas on Harp & Fiddle’s cheese curds, getting pampered at Lacquer Lounge and Beautifully New Med Spa, and finding a new top at 2 Sisters Boutique

    Katie Prezas Lifelong Park Ridge resident What you do for a living: I am an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), and I own a private practice called Empowering Lactation. I help families along their lactation journey, starting during pregnancy and going all the way through weaning. I also have specialized training in perinatal mental ...
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  • General Features
    By Trent Modglin
    July 15, 2022
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    Fun in the sun: It’s patio season, so we “researched” nearly 30 of the best local spots to eat and drink outdoors this summer

    Howard Street Inn 6700 W. Howard in Niles. HowardStreetInn.com This local favorite sits on the edge of the beautiful Tam O’Shanter Golf Course in Niles and offers a popular wrap-around patio that is perfect for happy hour, watching baseball, a post-golf bucket of beers or dinner with the family at sunset. The Howard Street Inn ...
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  • Recommendations
    By Trent Modglin
    June 28, 2021
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    Local recommendations include Park Ridge Pickups, Playtime Pup Ranch, Tavern on the Point, Lola’s Diner and Modern Masters Painting

    We asked active locals to share some of their favorite businesses and things in the area: We were working on our floor, in stages, by removing carpet and refinishing the hardwood. To accomplish this, we needed help moving large pieces of furniture from one room to another over a period of a few weeks. We ...
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    June 21, 2021
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    Pick your patio: Here’s your guide to outdoor drinks and eats in Park Ridge and the surrounding area

    Café Touche 6731 N. Northwest Highway 773-775-0909 CafeTouche.com This Edison Park tribute to the casual eateries of France is the pride of Zagat award-winning chef Joseph Calabrese, and it has one seriously gorgeous sidewalk patio, decorated with strong lights and colorful flowerbeds. The complimentary valet service is an added bonus at this cozy French bistro. ...
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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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