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  • Park Ridge Insider Anne Inwood

  • Inside Scoop: Seadog Haunted River Tours, South Park’s Witches Night Out Oct. 17, Lena Brava cooking demonstration Oct. 18, Trunk or Treat Oct. 24, and Spirits of Park Ridge Whiskey & Wine Tasting Oct. 25

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  • General Features
    By Trent Modglin
    July 14, 2025
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    Did you know: Fun, helpful summertime info from local businesses

    Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard offers catering and a food truck for all your events As if Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard on Northwest Highway hasn’t spoiled us enough with their delicious treats, you should know that they’ve gone mobile, too, adding a food truck for catering and events of all kinds — ...
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    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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    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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    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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    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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Not quite ready to hang with the extended family t Not quite ready to hang with the extended family the next few days? Come party it up at @tavernpointchi tonight. Five DJs. Drinks. Dancing. Vibes.
Who’s ready for Winterfest from the @parkridgecham Who’s ready for Winterfest from the @parkridgechamber this Friday? Three trollies, boutique sales, reindeer, carolers, Santa’s village, photos with the Grinch and more festive fun.
New in town: Brothers behind the new Mediterranean New in town: Brothers behind the new Mediterranean-inspired @eliacafe_ on Northwest Highway believe in treating people like family 

“It’s part of our culture to treat people like family. And I hate the idea that the owners shouldn’t roll up their sleeves. We’ve never believed in that.” — Billy Pyroulis

Read the spotlight from our fall issue now at TheRealParkRidge.com
Because sometimes, when you can’t decide between t Because sometimes, when you can’t decide between the @shemroonkababhouse steak and salmon, you get both. And then you have leftovers. And then you’re happy the next day too.
Dinner crowd, class reunion, live Irish music and Dinner crowd, class reunion, live Irish music and a fun and frenzied @mainesouthparentsscholarclub Bunco fundraiser. Just another busy Thursday at the @theharpandfiddle
Break away from the leftover turkey sandwiches and Break away from the leftover turkey sandwiches and head to @patinawinebar on Saturday, Nov. 29 for a complimentary wine tasting.
Rosemont’s @parkwaybankpark entertainment district Rosemont’s @parkwaybankpark entertainment district is kicking off the holiday season with the return of its Chicago Wolves Ice Rink this Saturday, November 22.  Visitors can enjoy ice skating beginning at 11 a.m. in addition to several other holiday offerings available throughout the afternoon leading up to the Park’s annual “Light Up The Park” tree lighting event at 5:30.

A variety of family-friendly festivities will be available from 2-6 p.m. including visits with Santa and Mrs. Claus, free horse-drawn sleigh rides, carolers and ice sculpting. Admission to the Chicago Wolves Ice Rink is free. Guests are invited to bring their own skates. Skate rentals are available on-site for $8.
Talk about a welcome addition to Park Ridge... If Talk about a welcome addition to Park Ridge... 
If you haven't yet, make sure to check out @dimarkocoffee on Main Street. Open till 10 p.m. every day and featuring some great coffee, smoothies, pastries, paninis and more. Look for more on this new business in our upcoming winter issue.
Talk about the gift that keeps on giving. When you Talk about the gift that keeps on giving. When you purchase a $100 gift card from the fantastic new @fireandwinege in Park Ridge this holiday season, you’ll get a Loyalty Bonus Card that you can use for $10 off your bill each month at any BG Hospitality Group establishment. That’s $120 in savings for the year (not to mention some great pasta, seafood, steak and wine). 

Read more about Fire + Wine’s Chef’s Cut steak boards from our fall issue at TheRealParkRidge.com
Feel-good focus: @bbbschi celebrates a meaningful Feel-good focus: @bbbschi celebrates a meaningful 10-year partnership with Maine Township

“We believe all kids are completely filled with potential, and we know what they’re capable of. We’re not saving anyone or rescuing anyone, but the magic can happen when it’s right. … We’re just here to stand in the way of the things that can knock them down.” — Dawn Steffen, regional director of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metropolitan Chicago. 

Read the spotlight feature on the local Big Brothers Big Sisters program now at TheRealParkRidge.com
Enjoyed the grand opening of the impressive @rosem Enjoyed the grand opening of the impressive @rosemonticearena and @hattysclub 

Quite the facility… and a stylish restaurant and bar to match.
Heading to Hinsdale on Saturday to watch @mainesou Heading to Hinsdale on Saturday to watch @mainesouthfootball advance in the playoffs? @tavernpointchi is hosting the after party with great specials like half off dips, nachos and flatbreads, $15 import buckets and $20 domestic buckets.
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