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The Real Park Ridge

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  • Inside Scoop: Where learning feels like play — Preschool at the Park Ridge Park District

  • Park Ridge Insider M.J. Weber

  • Patio bites and signature dishes: Come with us on a local dining exploration

  • Local shopping spotlight: A handful of must-have items for summer

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  • Around Town
    By Trent Modglin
    August 11, 2025
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    Inside Scoop: Where learning feels like play — Preschool at the Park Ridge Park District

    By Margaret Holler Park Ridge Park District Looking for the perfect preschool adventure for your little one? Look no further than the Park Ridge Park District. From tots to soon-to-be kindergartners, our programs are designed to spark joy, curiosity, and a love for learning — through play. Our preschool program, certified by the Illinois Department ...
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  • Around Town
    By Trent Modglin
    April 4, 2025
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    Inside Scoop: Plan ahead for summer fun in the pool with the Park Ridge Park District

    With warmer days on the way, now is the perfect time to start planning for summer fun in Park Ridge. After all, nothing beats the heat like a refreshing dip at the Park Ridge Park District’s aquatic facilities. 2025 summer pool passes Passes went on sale April 1. Buy yours by May 31 to take ...
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  • Around Town
    By Trent Modglin
    March 19, 2025
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    Inside Scoop: Rita’s Italian Ice free ice day March 20, Park District Easter Egg hunt, winter clearance sale at Gabriel’s Closet, Market After Dark and Taste of Park Ridge dates, Park Ridge Garden Club events and deals around town

    Rita’s Italian Ice is open for the season and celebrates spring with a free day of Italian ice March 20 Sure, you may think seeing a few robins in the yard or March Madness on TV may signal the start of spring, but for us it’s the opening of Rita’s Italian Ice on Northwest Highway ...
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  • Around Town
    By Trent Modglin
    January 31, 2025
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    Inside Scoop: The Park Ridge Park District is an ideal place for early learning opportunities

    
By Margaret Holler
 The Park Ridge Park District provides a structured preschool program for 2, 3 and 4-year-olds, fostering socialization and self-expression through art, music, motor skills and hands-on activities. Certified by the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS), the program adheres to all required qualifications for staff. 2-year-old program: Focuses on social ...
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  • Around Town
    By Trent Modglin
    December 15, 2024
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    Inside Scoop: Lincoln Park ZooLights, ice skating in Rosemont, holiday activities with the Park Ridge Park District, Illumination at the Morton Arboretum, Lightscape at the Chicago Botanic Garden and deals around town

    ZooLights celebrates 30 years at the Lincoln Park Zoo Head to Chicago’s Lincoln Park Zoo for one of the city’s favorite holiday traditions, which is back for its 30th year with new artistic, interactive displays and programming through Jan. 5. ZooLights features more than three million lights, including hundreds of luminous LED displays and festive ...
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  • Around Town
    By Trent Modglin
    November 5, 2024
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    Inside Scoop: It’s all about community, fitness and fun at the Centennial Fitness Center

    By Margaret Holler
 Marketing director
 Park Ridge Park District

 The Centennial Fitness Center has been part of the Park Ridge community for more than 30 years, providing exercise, recreation and fun for your entire family. This state-of-the-art fitness and athletic facility is designed to provide fitness for all ages through a variety of activities. Specialists ...
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  • Park Ridge Insider
    By Trent Modglin
    October 22, 2024
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    Park Ridge Insider Erica Juris on the chicken French dip at Crosby’s Kitchen, flatbreads at Patina Wine Bar, soothing selections at TeaLula and fall escapes to Madison and County Line Orchard

    Chicken French dip at Crosby’s Kitchen in Niles What you do for a living: I am the owner of Serenity Family Chiropractic in neighboring Norwood Park (6321 N. Avondale, Suite A108) in Chicago. I treat people from birth and beyond using a combination of chiropractic, physical rehabilitation, clinical nutrition and acupuncture. How long you’ve lived ...
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  • Interviews
    By Trent Modglin
    October 16, 2024
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    Q&A with John Shea, Jr. — The new executive director of the Park Ridge Park District chatted with us about his new role, the progress of the Oakton Sports Complex, and all the events and classes this fall

    Q: Now that you’re fully settled into your new role, how would you describe the Park Ridge community and your adjustment so far? A: I’m happy to say that my transition into this role has been smooth and rewarding. From the residents to the Park District staff, community organizations, and the Park Board of Commissioners, ...
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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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There’s still time to try the creative summer fo There’s still time to try the creative summer food options from @easystreetpizza on Devon Ave. in Park Ridge, not to mention a bevy of new cocktails to match the season. Hungry but maybe want to go a little lighter than usual? Their new giardiniera dip with warm kettle chips, chicken cesar wrap, fresh ground turkey burger or hot honey soppressata should do the trick.

For drinks, try the limoncello spritz, watermelon mojito, Cool as a Cucumber gin concoction, or the tropical margarita with 1800 Coconut, pineapple and lime juices, and pomegranate simple syrup. They’re as tasty as they sound, believe us. 

Read more from our Did You Know section in the summer issue at TheRealParkRidge.com
Favorite “hidden gem” restaurant: “Even thou Favorite “hidden gem” restaurant: “Even though it is definitely not hidden after earning a Michelin star, @indiennechicago in River North is a gem. It’s in an old printing warehouse and brings together Indian flavors and French dishes. The tasting menu is the way to go. A very cool place for drinks too.

Read more opinions from M.J. Weber in our summer issue’s Park Ridge Insider section now at TheRealParkRidge.com
Park Ridge Insider @mj.weber_ on natural-looking e Park Ridge Insider @mj.weber_ on natural-looking enhancements from @uptownmedspaparkridge … standout dinners at @bavettessteakhouse and @foxtailonthelake … shopping the Prospect Avenue boutiques like @edie.boutique and @campwillow … and soaking up the sun at the @chicagobotanic Garden

Read the spotlight from our summer issue now at TheRealParkRidge.com
Great time last night celebrating the opening of @ Great time last night celebrating the opening of @eliacafe_ with the @parkridgechamber and @parkridgemayor 

Such a wonderful family, delicious menu and gorgeous space on Northwest Highway. Talk about a great new addition to our thriving restaurant scene. Look for more on Elia Cafe in our upcoming fall issue.
The Real Park Ridge magazine is proud to sponsor t The Real Park Ridge magazine is proud to sponsor the fourth annual @goldfish_parkridge Community Block Party coming up this Friday, August 8 from 5-7 p.m. in the Village Green Shopping Center at 678 N. Northwest Hwy in Park Ridge. Enjoy live music, bouncy houses, face painting, ice cream and more. The pool will be open on a first-come, first-served basis.

Entrance fees are $5 per person and $15 per family. This is a non-profit event, and all donations benefit @compasstocare a wonderful organization committed to helping impoverished children who are fighting cancer.
From our big summer issue... Patio bites and sign From our big summer issue...

Patio bites and signature dishes: Come with us on a local dining exploration of some of the tastiest, most creative menu options at places like @shemroonkababhouse @ziassocial @tavernpointchi @social18restaurant @donjuanscantina and more. 

Read the full feature at TheRealParkRidge.com
Deal of the week: The @howardstreetinn in Niles ha Deal of the week: The @howardstreetinn in Niles has some of the best daily specials around. Monday offerings include 2-for-1 cheese pizzas and $3 Miller Lite and Coors Light pints, and you can get $3 martinis all day on Thursdays and 24-ounce domestic beers for just $3 on the weekend.
Beautiful night for the Cruisin’ Park Ridge even Beautiful night for the Cruisin’ Park Ridge event tonight in Uptown
Patio bites and signature dishes: Come with us on Patio bites and signature dishes: Come with us on a local dining exploration of some of the tastiest, most creative menu options at places like @cafe.touche @mughalthebiryanihouse @howardstreetinn @theharpandfiddle and many more. 

Read the summer cover story now at TheRealParkRidge.com
It’s shaping up to be some great weather the res It’s shaping up to be some great weather the rest of the week for the @parkridgechamber Summer Sidewalk Sale, which runs through Sunday, Aug. 3. Check out some great deals at a number of local stores.
So hopefully you’ve had a stellar burger or gyro So hopefully you’ve had a stellar burger or gyro plate from @mullysgrillrestaurant by now, but did you know that @social18restaurant Greek Kitchen in the front of the building rolled out its new menu last week? And with the weather looking fantastic the rest of the week, now’s a great time to check out a few authentic Greek dishes and their spacious sidewalk patio. Drink specials? Yep, they’ve got those two. 

Social 18
24 Main Street in Park Ridge
Fantastic dinner on the patio at @donjuanscantina Fantastic dinner on the patio at @donjuanscantina over the weekend: Burrito suizo with shredded chicken, ground beef tostadas, a pitcher of margaritas and seasoned street corn
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