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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

  • Light bites perfect for patio season

  • Park Ridge Insider Jerry Kussy

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  • Child in a light blue shirt climbs a blue vertical pole on a multi-level indoor obstacle course in a gym. It has a rock wall, tires, and bright yellow padded flooring nearby.
    Kid Zone
    By Trent Modglin
    July 21, 2026
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    Kid Zone: Funtopia, Powering the Future exhibit at the Museum of Science and Industry, and the Park District’s Country Farm Fair and Movie in the Park

    Indoor adventures at Funtopia in Glenview Take a break from the sun with opportunities for rock climbing, exploring cave systems, conquering a ropes course, playing in the jungle gym and showing some bravery during a free fall on the giant slide. It’s all available at Funtopia in Glenview, where they “believe in the movement — ...
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  • Outdoor pool at dusk with people on inflatable tubes watching a movie on a large screen above the pool area.
    Around Town
    By Trent Modglin
    July 13, 2026
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    Inside Scoop: Family-friendly events this July & August from the Park Ridge Park District

    For more information and to register for events, visit PRParks.org Family Summer Concert: Kitty Orca Music & Piano Tuesday, July 14 | 6:00pm – 6:45pm Prospect Park, 733 N. Prospect Ave. Ages 5 and under Join Miss Jennifer with her guitar and ukulele for a FREE concert celebrating our favorite parts of summer! Embrace your inner ...
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  • Loaded nachos with guacamole, sour cream, shredded chicken, pico de gallo, and melted cheese, beside a margarita glass.
    Park Ridge Insider
    By Trent Modglin
    July 1, 2026
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    Park Ridge Insider Jerry Kussy

    Don Juan’s chicken nachos and margarita What do you do for a living? I am a senior mortgage advisor with Wintrust Mortgage here in town. My main branch is Village Bank & Trust on Cumberland and Touhy, which is a Wintrust Bank location. I’ve been in the industry for 25 years and specialize in structuring ...
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  • Group of diverse people posing together at an outdoor event under tents, smiling and hugging.
    Around Town
    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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  • Indoor turf field with kids in red jerseys playing a team sport; a referee stands on the sideline under a blue-domed arena roof.
    Around Town
    By Trent Modglin
    April 20, 2026
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    Inside Scoop: Discover the year-round opportunities available at the new Oakton Sports Complex

    By Margaret Holler Park Ridge Park District Families have a brand-new place to play, learn and stay active, right here in Park Ridge. The Oakton Sports Complex, located at 2800 W. Oakton Street, is now open and filled with year-round opportunities for kids, teens and adults to get moving and have fun together. This beautifully ...
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    By Trent Modglin
    April 7, 2026
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    Spotlight on the Park Ridge Pickleball Club

    Classes and matches for all levels, regular social events, and a sense of community surrounding this fast-growing sport Background and growth: Unless you’ve been living under a rock in the jungle for the last decade, it’s been hard to miss the massive rise in popularity of pickleball. The perfect example is right here in town, ...
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    By Trent Modglin
    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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Wondering what’s happening to the old @thalaivasin Wondering what’s happening to the old @thalaivasindiankitchen space on Main Street? During a recent lunch, we were filled in on the plans for Mandram, which means “a place where people gather.”

Operated by the owners of the popular Thalaiva’s, we’re told to expect an assortment of small sandwiches and kati rolls (a type Indian wrap with butter chicken or chicken tikka masala inside), as well as customized fresh juices blended in front of you and milkshakes made of dried fruit and nuts. 

Keep an eye out for the upcoming fall issue of The Real Park Ridge for more details about Mandram, opening in September.
A little drizzle isn’t spoiling the fun at the ann A little drizzle isn’t spoiling the fun at the annual @vinestbbq Competition today in Hodges Park. The food, drinks and music will be going until 10pm.
In case you haven't heard, the @parkridgeparks jus In case you haven't heard, the @parkridgeparks just announced that the long-awaited reopening of the Oakton Driving Range is happening on Wednesday, September 9! Can't wait.
From our big summer issue... Q&A with @olivia.san From our big summer issue...

Q&A with @olivia.santelli whose popular lakefront @risepilatesclub — and TV appearances on @thetodayshow and @kellyclarksonshow — has led to her own @within.thestudio in Edison Park 

Read the full interview now at TheRealParkRidge.com
Two weeks away… the final Park Ridge Market after Two weeks away… the final Park Ridge Market after Dark of the summer. You won’t want to miss it. @mad60068
Did you know, if you can’t decide between two of y Did you know, if you can’t decide between two of your faves, you can split a single scoop cone amongst two flavors at @triplescoopdicecream ?

Did you also know they offer ice cream cookies and customized ice cream cakes that are perfect for any occasion?
Proud to be volunteering again as a director with Proud to be volunteering again as a director with @falconsfootballcheer where an estimated 3,150 kids will be participating in flag, tackle and cheerleading leagues this fall — a new record. What's most impressive? The girls flag football numbers more than doubled from last year. Quite the program we have here in town, and it shows.
Hammitt handbags are always in style, no matter wh Hammitt handbags are always in style, no matter what season we’re in. Come check out the large assortment at @raffiagifts next to the Pickwick this week.
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.
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