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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

  • Inside Scoop: Family-friendly events this July & August from the Park Ridge Park District

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  • Six people—three women, one man, and two boys—pose together at an outdoor festival with vendor tents and a crowd in the background.
    Around Town
    By Trent Modglin
    July 21, 2026
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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

    Come celebrate summer in Park Ridge at the next Market After Dark July 25 Year three of the Park Ridge Market After Dark, located in the same area as the Park Ridge Farmer’s Market (15 Prairie Ave.), kicked off in a big way back in May, and the second event of the season is coming ...
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  • Night exterior of Tavern on the Point with string lights, outdoor balcony seating, and parked cars in front, inviting atmosphere.
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    By Trent Modglin
    June 22, 2026
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    Park Ridge Insider Jennifer Torbick

    What you do for a living: My husband Paul and I both have full-time jobs, but we have been dealing with coins and precious metals for about 30 years, so we decided to open Park Ridge Coin & Collectibles in 2025. Our store offers 999 silver rounds, bars, silver eagles, vintage 1970s art bars, limited-edition 999 ...
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  • Group of diverse people posing together at an outdoor event under tents, smiling and hugging.
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    By Trent Modglin
    June 11, 2026
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    Inside Scoop: Market After Dark returns July 25, Aug. 22; Dad’s Dash 5K June 20; Taste of Park Ridge July 9-11; Rosemont free Thursday concerts and fireworks; Concerts in the Park and more

    Market After Dark events continue July 25 and Aug. 22; Park Ridge Farmers Market runs through October The fun-filled recent addition to our community events calendar is back — and even better — for its third year. Market After Dark, located in the same area as the Park Ridge Farmer’s Market (15 Prairie Ave.), was ...
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  • Family of five posing for a Christmas photo indoors, smiling in front of a decorated tree.
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    By Trent Modglin
    May 10, 2026
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    Local charity spotlight: Amina Grace Memorial Fund

    Deeply rooted in community, the Amina Grace Memorial Fund works to change the way the world sees people with differing abilities


 The background: The moment Amina Grace was born and her parents, Maura Cullen and Munawar Ali, saw her beautiful face, they realized she had Down syndrome. They were unfamiliar with the road that lay ...
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    March 21, 2026
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    Park Ridge Insider Paul Swanson

    Breakfast at Goldy’s Grill What you do for a living: I get to walk into a lot of big life moments — first homes, last homes, and everything in between. On paper, I am a realtor at Baird and Warner here in Park Ridge, but whether I am listing a home or helping to find ...
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    By Trent Modglin
    March 20, 2026
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    Inside Scoop: Park Ridge Farmers Market and Market after Dark info, Rita’s free ice day March 20, Park Ridge Park District Easter egg hunts, Maine South Parents’ Scholarship Club and Have Dreams events, Park Ridge Wine Walk and more

    Park Ridge Farmers Market opens May 23, and Market After Dark returns May 30, July 25 and Aug. 22 Market After Dark, located in the same parking lot location as the Park Ridge Farmer’s Market (15 Prairie Ave.), was a huge success in its first two years, and the Chamber of Commerce committee is hard ...
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    September 22, 2025
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    New in town: Get ready for Mikerphone Brewing Kitchen & Tap in South Park

    By Trent Modglin Mikerphone Brewing Kitchen & Tap New taproom location: 800 Devon Ave. in Park Ridge Opening: January/February 2026 Main brewery location: 121 Garlisch Dr. in Elk Grove Village MikerphoneBrewing.com How long this addition has been in the works Park Ridge resident Mike Pallen, who started home brewing from his house back in 2010, ...
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    June 21, 2025
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    Inside Scoop: Insight on Market After Dark and the Taste of Park Ridge, Rockin’ in the Park concerts in Rosemont, Goldfish Swim School block party, happy hour deals and more

    Taste of Park Ridge returns July 10-12 Save the date for the Taste Of Park Ridge, which will run from July 10-12 this year and include the regular collection of local food options, live music, kids activities, business networking and much more — all in the heart of Uptown Park Ridge on Summit Avenue. Thursday’s ...
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Chicago Scene: The Architecture and True Crime Tou Chicago Scene: The Architecture and True Crime Tour, water taxis, @naiaontheriver opens, the Anne Frank exhibit at the @griffinmsi and falling in love with @popupbagels 

Read the feature from our big summer issue now at TheRealParkRidge.com
The @cityofparkridge and @parkridgepolicedepartmen The @cityofparkridge and @parkridgepolicedepartment have a fun night planned for the annual National Night Out. Come join in the community fun tonight in Hodges Park
From our big summer issue's cover story on light b From our big summer issue's cover story on light bites perfect for patio season...

The southwest chicken salad at @howardstreetinn 

Keeping it light: This is not your normal sports bar menu. Far from it, actually, and it’s easy to fall in love with a new dish each time you stop by. The menu is that robust. Perfect for summer, in our mind, is the southwest chicken salad that has grilled chicken breast topped with fresh pico de gallo, corn and grated cheddar served over a bed of chopped romaine lettuce — all packed in a crispy baked tortilla shell. Throw on a little spicy ranch dressing and pair with a cold draft beer and you’re set. And pretty guilt free. 

And did we mention Howard Street has arguably the best daily drink specials in the area?
Monday fun fact: The weekend brunch at @eliacafe_ Monday fun fact: The weekend brunch at @eliacafe_ in Uptown Park Ridge is something to behold.
No rain in the forecast and just a few hours left No rain in the forecast and just a few hours left to take advantage of the weekend Park Ridge sidewalk sale that includes big savings at your favorite shops like @shop2sisters @raffiagifts @edie.boutique and more
Check out the huge @parkridgechamber sidewalk sale Check out the huge @parkridgechamber sidewalk sale happening through this Sunday, Aug. 2. Hurry up to Prospect Avenue and Uptown Park Ridge to find some fantastic deals at @shop2sisters @raffiagifts @sooocutepr @edie.boutique @campwillow @hellohollyparkridge @gabrielsclosetchi @hempcbd.wellness @pbparkridge and more.
Half-price pitchers of margaritas, open patio, tac Half-price pitchers of margaritas, open patio, tacos and live music? That’s a winning Thursday at @donjuanscantina
What an opening day of @nsccshow (aka The National What an opening day of @nsccshow (aka The National Sports Collectors Convention Inc.) at the 
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont. It just so happens to be the largest and most prestigious sports card and memorabilia trade show in the country, and it’s right in our backyard through Sunday, Aug. 2. 

Celebrity autographs, 600+ dealers from around the nation, and about anything a sports fan could want covering 500,000 square feet of floor space. General admission is just $30, and children 12 and under are free with an accompanying adult 

Don’t miss out. More info at www.NSCCShow.com
From our big summer issue... Park Ridge Insider A From our big summer issue...

Park Ridge Insider Annika Schmidt on her new @sipnplaystudio on Devon Avenue, live music on the patio at @theharpandfiddle and @pennyvillestation … a love of @neta_sushi and @chicagobarrelhouse … exploring @wolffsfleamarket on the weekend, and the relaxing and fun art experience at @colormemineglenview 

Read the spotlight now at TheRealParkRidge.com
Don’t fall victim to those random storm chasers ca Don’t fall victim to those random storm chasers calling or knocking on your door. If your home or business was impacted by yesterday’s hail and windstorm, get an honest inspection from your local roofing & siding experts at @northwindexteriors 

Call 773-998-4000 or visit www.northwindexteriors.com to fill out a quick inspection request form.
A fun summer Friday night in Park Ridge = fish and A fun summer Friday night in Park Ridge = fish and chips on @theharpandfiddle patio, craft beer sampling at @wehavegreatbeerpr and great live tunes from @terrybyrnemusic 

#therealparkridge #summer #parkridgeillinois #patiovibes
And that’s a wrap on another fun, successful Park And that’s a wrap on another fun, successful Park Ridge Market after Dark @mad60068 from the @parkridgechamber 

Great food, drink, music and community vibes — and lots of great work from lots of great volunteers to make it all happen. See you on Aug. 22 for the summer finale
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