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  • General Features
    By Trent Modglin
    July 7, 2024
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    Light bites for patio season: We researched several local dishes that are ideal for outdoor dining this summer

    Howard Street Inn 6700 W. Howard Street in Niles
 HowardStreetInn.com To say the team at this lively sports-themed bar and restaurant has the experience to handle a busy summer crowd would be an understatement. Ken Hoffman, owner for 22 years, and partner Jeremy Naselli run this finely-tuned operation with managers Beckie Ebert and Kailey Kierys, ...
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  • Park Ridge Insider
    By Trent Modglin
    February 23, 2024
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    Park Ridge Insider Steve Judge on sushi nights at Blufish, flights at Beer on the Wall, Harp & Fiddle’s events and finding the next experiment for his son at American Science and Surplus

    What you do for a living: I started my own solo law practice in 2021 after my father, Jay Judge, passed away. He he did a lot of civil defense work for local townships, school districts and other public entities for almost 50 years. I still do some of that and enjoy being in court, ...
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    By Trent Modglin
    December 18, 2023
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    Park Ridge Insider Dr. Milena Bulic on her MPowered Smiles Orthodontics practice, the welcoming atmosphere and delicious food at Patina Wine Bar and Daniel’s Charcuterie, and ice skating with the family followed by hot tea at TeaLula

    What you do for a living: I am the owner of and board-certified orthodontist at MPowered Smiles Orthodontics (137 Vine Ave.) here in Park Ridge. I design and create beautiful smiles for both kids and adults. I am on a mission to empower my patients to be their authentic selves and to smile with confidence. How ...
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    By Trent Modglin
    June 10, 2022
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    Park Ridge Insider Bridget Murphy on being spoiled at Zia’s Social and Brunch Cafe, the great service at Wheel & Sprocket, and finding gifts for clients at Marigold and Raffia

    Raffia Gifts What you do for a living: My husband, Dave, and I are a real estate team with d’aprile properties, which overlooks Hodges Park in beautiful Uptown Park Ridge. Between the two of us, we are licensed in both Illinois and Wisconsin, which has been helpful to our clients who want to explore more ...
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  • Around Town
    By Trent Modglin
    June 1, 2022
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    Inside Scoop: The Park Ridge Library’s “Live on the Lawn” Summer Reading Club event is June 4

    The Park Ridge Library is kicking off its Summer Reading Club for patrons of all ages with live music, ice cream treats and a tie-dye party on Saturday, June 4, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the library lawn. Attendees are encouraged to bring a picnic blanket and their own food and beverage and ...
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  • Around Town
    By Trent Modglin
    July 14, 2021
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    Lots of happenings: Movies in the Park, magic shows, Sweet & Arts camp, Beer Under Glass and deals at Gabriel’s Closet, Like New Auto Spa and Elements Massage

    25% off sale in July at the new Gabriel’s Closet children’s consignment store in Park Ridge To thank all their supporters since opening last month, every pink and green tag in Gabriel’s Closet will be on sale for 25% off in July. Although they still have some new summer surprises for you, this sale includes ...
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  • Around Town
    By Trent Modglin
    June 15, 2021
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    Inside Scoop: The Park Ridge Library has a host of events, clubs and programs lined up this summer for kids and adults

    The Park Ridge Library’s annual Summer Reading Club for kids, teens and adults kicked off June 11 with the theme “Libraries: Your Passport to the World.” The club will run from through Sunday, Aug. 15. Registration is open now at beanstack.parkridgelib.org, and patrons can track their reading through the Beanstack website. Reading “passports” are available ...
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    By Trent Modglin
    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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Felt like some fish & chips on a Friday night at @ Felt like some fish & chips on a Friday night at @theharpandfiddle and couldn’t turn down the ahi tuna appetizer or tender scallops that are a new special (well done @chefjerry82 and Chef Edgar). And as it turns out, my 10-year-old son deserves photo credit here (no child-labor laws were violated).
From our big spring issue — Park Ridge Insider N From our big spring issue — Park Ridge Insider Nicole Hanlon on her family operation at @triplescoopdicecream … the margaritas and steak tacos at @westsorestaurant in Edison Park … finding the perfect something at @shop2sisters and exploring the South Park neighborhood

Read it all here: therealparkridge.com
70 degrees, 23 stops, dozens of participating @par 70 degrees, 23 stops, dozens of participating @parkridgechamber businesses, 260+ attendees, lots of smiles and stained lips
Thanks to all who came out to our Trivia & Tasting Thanks to all who came out to our Trivia & Tasting event benefiting the @parkridgeparks and @aminagracefund 

Lots of fun, lots of money raised, and plenty of tasty beverages and laughs. Special thanks to @northwindexteriors @parkridgechamber @whiskeyacres @maplewoodbrew @illuminatedbrewworks @oldirvingbrewing @chimneyrockwinery and Todd Gentile-Allstate Insurance for sponsoring... and to @chefjerry82 and @theharpandfiddle for being gracious hosts and donating all the food. Let’s do it again soon!
Last call for what figures to be one fun night of Last call for what figures to be one fun night of tastings (wine, bourbon, whiskey, beer and cocktails) and trivia benefiting the @parkridgeparks and @aminagracefund 

$30 gets you in on everything at @theharpandfiddle — appetizer buffet included. Tastings kick off at 5:30 tonight and trivia begins at 7 p.m. Ticket link in bio
Had the pleasure of helping the @parkridgechamber Had the pleasure of helping the @parkridgechamber and @parkridgemayor “officially” welcome three new businesses to town in the last week — @timperryart gallery, @elevatephysicaltherapychicago and @ariyarnshopandstudio 

Go check ‘em out! 

#TheRealParkRidge #supportlocal #parkridge
Ever have the @tavernpointchi elote dip, boom boom Ever have the @tavernpointchi elote dip, boom boom shrimp at @theharpandfiddle or @patinawinebar brûléed bone marrow?

If not, you’re going to want to after you read our spring issue cover story on some of the more intriguing appetizers in the area. 

Read it all now at therealparkridge.com
The fun returns tomorrow, Saturday, April 19 in So The fun returns tomorrow, Saturday, April 19 in South Park. The annual Easter egg hunt presented by the South Park Merchants is back, with registration beginning at 9 a.m. Check out the new courts and then grab coffee, donuts and ice cream at @triplescoopdicecream before or after your hunt!
We’ve always prided ourselves on having the best We’ve always prided ourselves on having the best content around, and our spring issue cover story is no different. Beware though, it’ll make you hungry...

From @donjuanscantina fried oysters and @the_beacon_tap trash can nachos to @howardstreetinn stuffed crabs and @danielscharcuterie21 hummus crudite, we scoped out some of the tastiest, most unique appetizers in and around Park Ridge to get your meal headed in the right direction

Read the feature now at TheRealParkRidge.com
We’re going to have quite the @parkridgeparks fa We’re going to have quite the @parkridgeparks facility on the NW side of town. Can almost see the flag football games now…
Join the @parkridgechamber on Sunday, April 27, fr Join the @parkridgechamber on Sunday, April 27, from 1-5 p.m. for the ultimate Wine Walk experience. Bring your crew and sample various wines and small bites from 23 different business-sponsored pouring stations along the way.

Get your tickets now for just $45!
Info: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2025-park-ridge-wine-walk-tickets-1289055562889
Park Ridge Insider (and @northwindexteriors owner) Park Ridge Insider (and @northwindexteriors owner) @joe_breisch_ on his family’s favorite dishes at @nonnasilvias and @blufish_parkridge … the patios at @pennyvillestation and @theharpandfiddle … Saturdays at the @parkridgefarmersmarket and @parkwaybankpark … and a trio of hidden gems near Lake Geneva

Read the insider spotlight now at TheRealParkRidge.com
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