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  • Inside Scoop: Fall events galore like Trucktoberfest, Rosetoberfest, Pumpkin Palooza, Chicago Gourmet, Ace Hardware’s Harvest Fest, Spirits of Park Ridge, Trunk or Treat and more

  • Inside Scoop: Private rental opportunities abound at the new Oakton Sports Complex

  • Park Ridge Insiders Kelly and Tadgie Scannell

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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

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  • Park Ridge Insider
    By Trent Modglin
    August 23, 2026
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    Park Ridge Insiders Kelly and Tadgie Scannell

    Shemroon Kabab House in Park Ridge What you do for a living: We own a company called Midwest Crushing and Screening, which is a heavy equipment dealership that specializes in renting and selling recycling equipment. How long you’ve lived here: We bought our first house in Park Ridge in 2003, and moved a few times ...
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    By Trent Modglin
    April 12, 2026
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    New in town: Sip ‘N’ Play Studio, Anima Haus Boutique, Nothing Bundt Cakes and Mari Pari

    By Trent Modglin Sip N’ Play Studio 811 Devon Ave. in Park Ridge SipNPlayStudio.com (847) 350-8476 Q&A with owner Annika Schmidt Q: What led to you wanting to start Sip N’ Play here in town?
 A: I opened Sip N’ Play because I truly wanted the families of Park Ridge to have a special place ...
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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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This is one busy fall season in the area, and The This is one busy fall season in the area, and The Real Park Ridge magazine will get you all organized on upcoming events. Check out the Inside Scoop section from the new fall issue, with details on great events like the @parkridgeparks Trucktoberfest Sept. 19, @sketchbookbrew Oktoberfest Sept. 18-20, the @chicago_gourmet Sept. 23-27, Rosetoberfest in Rosemont’s @parkwaybankpark Sept. 26, the first annual @parkridgechamber Pumpkin Palooza Oct. 3, @olsonsaceparkridge Harvest Fest Oct. 10, @theharpandfiddle Cook-Off Oct. 11 and much, much more. Read it all now at TheRealParkRidge.com in the Inside Scoop section
Ohhh, lookie here. This fall issue is our biggest Ohhh, lookie here. This fall issue is our biggest yet (did you know we’ve expand the distribution of every issue for 6+ years?), and loaded with features on @thalaivasindiankitchen … chef’s choice dishes at restaurants like @fireandwinege @donjuanscantina @cafe.touche and @theharpandfiddle … info on tons of fall events like Trucktoberfest from the @parkridgeparks and the new Pumpkin Palooza from the @parkridgechamber … shopping at the new @animahausco boutique in South Park, Q&As with Dimitris from @dimarkocoffee and Justin Schuring from Centennial Fitness Center, exploring hormone optimization with @uptownmedspaparkridge … spotlights on five new businesses in town, jazzy date night ideas in Chicago, and much, much more. Happy reading... and keep an eye out for some fun new announcements coming soon.
Foodie spotlight dish of the week: Steak frites at Foodie spotlight dish of the week: Steak frites at @cafe.touche in Edison Park (you’ll find this dish featured in our big fall issue) Touché’s version of this Parisian staple is a thick 12-ounce NY strip or eight-ounce filet, cooked to your liking with a bordelaise (wine-and-marrow-based brown sauce) or au poivre (bold, creamy peppercorn pan sauce), all with a pad of butter melting over the top as it arrives at your table. Worth mentioning, too, that Wednesdays are half-price bottles of wine at Touche, and martinis are $8 on Thursdays.
First Look Review: Adolescent Salvation at @theate First Look Review: Adolescent Salvation at @theaterwit Sharp, surprising, captivating and disturbing, this sleepover gone wrong captures the messy contradictions of teenage lifestyle Read the review from our new fall issue here. TheRealParkRidge.com
Save the date: On Saturday, Oct. 3, the @parkridge Save the date: On Saturday, Oct. 3, the @parkridgechamber presents the first ever Pumpkin Palooza in Park Ridge. Located in the Park Ridge Farmers Market / @mad60068 lot behind Main Street and featuring live entertainment, local restaurants, beverages, kids activities and more, it'll be a fun way to celebrate the fall season in town. Keep an eye out for more details coming soon.
Night on the town: Late summer/early fall date nig Night on the town: Late summer/early fall date night ideas abound along the Chicago River and Millennium Park Read the feature now at TheRealParkRidge.com
Local charity spotlight: @have.dreams is celebrati Local charity spotlight: @have.dreams is celebrating 30 years of offering a variety of programs and services to help those with autism reach their full potential Read the feature now at TheRealParkRidge.com
Big sale happening this weekend at @shop2sisters Big sale happening this weekend at @shop2sisters
Foodie spotlight dish of the week: The carne asada Foodie spotlight dish of the week: The carne asada à la tampiqueña con un chile relleno from @donjuanscantina After four decades in business, rest assured they know a thing or two about delicious skirt steak. And to sweeten up your week, it just so happens Wednesday is half-price wine night and Thursday is half-off margarita pitchers.
In case you haven't taken advantage of the weekly In case you haven't taken advantage of the weekly specials at @tavernpointchi in Edison Park, consider yourself missing out. It's still prime rooftop season, too. Perfect for events, groups or date night.
From our summer issue... First-timer’s club: Step From our summer issue... First-timer’s club: Stepping out of your normal comfort zone and into your first session at @kickhouse_parkridge “This experience pushed me to try something new and make a few friends, all while getting a good workout in. You can’t beat that combination.” Read the spotlight at TheRealParkRidge.com
Local dish of the week: The shrimp po boy, new swe Local dish of the week: The shrimp po boy, new sweet corn pasta salad, and a lime pilsner from @uneannee in Niles. And did we mention how fantastic the patio is on a night like tonight?
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