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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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  • Park Ridge Insider
    By Trent Modglin
    January 24, 2022
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    Park Ridge Insider Heather O’Grady on Nonno Pino’s gnocchi, haircuts at Anthony Valentino’s, and weekends in Milwaukee’s historic Third Ward

    Milwaukee Third Ward photo courtesy of VisitMilwaukee.org What you do for a living: I manage Edie Boutique and Marigold in Uptown Park Ridge. How long you’ve lived here: Basically all my life. Around 43 years. What you like best about Park Ridge: The community and the small-town feel, even though we are growing. Best meal ...
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    By Trent Modglin
    October 17, 2021
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    Park Ridge Insider Jenny Soukup on Beer on the Wall trivia night, brunch at Harp & Fiddle, escaping to The Gwen, and neighborhood bike rides

    Photo by @tillylanephotography What you do for a living: I am a stay-at-home mom to my four kids: William (10), Rosie (7), Summer (4), and Benjamin (2). I have teetered back and forth between working while home, but I think the best spot for me at this moment is to be 100 percent home. Prior ...
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    By Trent Modglin
    September 22, 2021
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    Park Ridge Insider Matt Steiger on steaks at Gibsons, catching the game at Harp & Fiddle, pickup hockey at South Park, and Wilderness Scouts campouts

    Gibsons What you do for a living: I’m a realtor with @properties out of the Park Ridge office on Touhy. How long you’ve lived here: 39 years. I grew up in Park Ridge, went away to college (NIU), then moved back to Park Ridge with my wife Megan after living in Wrigleyville. What you like ...
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    By Trent Modglin
    August 5, 2021
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    Inside Scoop: Park Ridge events this week: Sidewalk sales through Aug. 8, Movies in the Park Aug. 5 and Concerts in the Park Aug. 6

    Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce Sidewalk Sale runs through August 8 Plans for the rest of the week? It’s time to take advantage of some great sales opportunities and shop locally during Park Ridge’s Sidewalk Sale. Check each store’s website for hours of operation. Participating stores: Edie Boutique: Enjoy $25 clothing, 50% off home decor, ...
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    June 4, 2021
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    Park Ridge Inside Lisa Zago on the friendly Original Pancake House, shopping at Camp Willow and margaritas at Hay Caramba

    The Original Pancake House What you do for a living: Professionally, I do two things. One is my beloved and unique dinosaur hunting and educational program (www.dinosauria.biz). Second, I work the door at the trendy Gibsons Italia in Chicago. I like diversity in my life. Both of my passions have been rewarding and challenging. I work ...
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    By Trent Modglin
    November 19, 2020
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    Great causes: Park Ridge holiday food and toy drives and a chili cookoff and Christfiddle Market at Harp & Fiddle

    Kiwanis holiday basket food drive — donate by Nov. 20 Join District 64 and Kiwanis of Park Ridge in supporting our community this holiday season. Make a donation by Nov. 20 at www.KiwanisPR.org and 100 percent of the proceeds will fund $100 Mariano’s gift cards to support area families in need. Food and toy drive ...
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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!
Another enjoyable wine dinner at @theharpandfiddle Another enjoyable wine dinner at @theharpandfiddle this time benefiting the @parkridgechamber
The critically acclaimed “Adolescent Salvation” mu The critically acclaimed “Adolescent Salvation” must close Oct. 3 at @theaterwit on Chicago’s north side. Grab tickets this week to see what our very own Joseph Calderon called “Sharp, surprising, captivating and disturbing, this sleepover gone wrong captures the messy contradictions of teenage life”

Read the review at therealparkridge.com
From our big fall issue out now... Park Ridge Ins From our big fall issue out now...

Park Ridge Insider Peter Volpe on nature-friendly walks through the @chicagobotanic Garden … enjoying some great Italian at @donnygristorante and @tufanosrestaurant … browsing the unique items at @raffiagifts @edie.boutique and @aroundtheworldcigars … and escaping to @eagleridgeresort in Galena

Read the spotlight now at TheRealParkRidge.com
Talk about some stellar football specials at the @ Talk about some stellar football specials at the @the_beacon_tap in Des Plaines... now 4 days a week (including tonight for the Bears-Eagles game). Patio still open to soak up the last of this fantastic weather too.
A fun and festive Saturday (today, Sept. 26) is li A fun and festive Saturday (today, Sept. 26) is lined up from 12-6 p.m. in Rosemont’s @parkwaybankpark 

Expect live authentic music from Paloma, German dancing by the Society of Danube Swabians Youth Group, plenty of fun competitions, and even live wood carving. The star of the show, however, might just be the @crustbrewing Crustoberfest, their signature Oktoberfest brew.

The Parkway Bank Park venues will be selling food and drinks, dishing up their own fun twist on German cuisine (as well as some of their regular favorites). There will be picnic tables set up, but feel free to bring your own chairs or blankets. Parking for Rosetoberfest is available at the Parkway Bank Park parking garage and is free with validation from any of the park’s venues. 

Read more about this and other fun fall events in our Inside Scoop section at TheRealParkRidge.com
From our big new fall issue... From the steak fri From our big new fall issue...

From the steak frites at @cafe.touche and wild mushroom sacchetti at @fireandwinege to the mixed grill at the new @mazigreektaverna — and much more — we asked local chefs and restaurant owners for their favorite dishes that are perfect for fall 

Read the feature article now at TheRealParkRidge.com
"We have used @jumpguypartyrentals (aka FunInChica "We have used @jumpguypartyrentals (aka FunInChicago.com ) for multiple birthday parties at our home, and the whole process is a breeze from start to finish. They are communicative, have fair prices, set you up for success, and have a great variety of products."

Read more great local recommendations from a recent issue now at TheRealParkRidge.com
Get ready for the first annual Pumpkin Palooza fro Get ready for the first annual Pumpkin Palooza from the @parkridgechamber on Saturday, Oct. 3 — we're talking food, drinks, artisans, live music, an engaging kid zone, and more. So much fall fun packed into one day that you won't want to miss it.
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