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  • Park Ridge Insider JoAnn Fosco on the fried chicken tacos at Holt’s, catching the game at Harp & Fiddle, brunch at Patina Wine Bar, and looking forward to ballroom lessons at the Fred Astaire Dance Studio

  • Inside Scoop: From the Vine Street BBQ fest and Park Ridge’s Trucktoberfest to Rosemont’s Family Fall Fest, Goebbert’s Farm and Sketchbook Brewing’s Oktoberfest, we have your September covered

  • Park Ridge Insider Claudia Pazik on the seven spicy ahi at Shakou, a Saturday bottomless brunch with friends at Pennyville Station, and perusing the home decor at Marigold

  • Park Ridge Insider Mike Boychuck on the steaks and views at Gibsons Italia, the underrated Edison Park Inn, family escapes to Door County and 16-inch softball with the Park Ridge Park District

  • Signature Dishes: Que Onda’s shrimp tacos and frozen margaritas, Zita’s take-and-bake options and Daniel’s Charcuterie’s apple and spicy walnut salad

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  • General Features
    By Trent Modglin
    June 25, 2023
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    Summer fashion focus: Q&A with Edie Boutique’s Amy DeGrazio and examining what’s trending at 2 Sisters A&L Boutique and Sooo Cute

    Chatting with Amy DeGrazio The Edie Boutique owner on the evolution of shopping in Park Ridge, summer trends like sneakers with dresses, and how comfort is key 27 S. Prospect in Park Ridge ShopEdie.com Background on Edie: Park Ridge native Amy DeGrazio opened her first Edie Boutique in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, in 2015. The Park ...
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  • Shop Around the Corner
    By Trent Modglin
    April 15, 2023
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    Shop Around the Corner: Fashionable trends, a welcoming environment and personalized styling sessions at 2 Sisters Boutique A & L in Park Ridge

    2 Sisters Boutique A&L 33 S. Prospect Ave. in Park Ridge
 847-698-3808 Shop2SistersPR.com

 By Trent Modglin History in short: Owner Natalie Amabile was a buyer at Nordstrom before leaving that position to raise her children here in Park Ridge, but when the kids got busy with school, Natalie got restless and knew a return to ...
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  • Interviews
    By Trent Modglin
    April 5, 2023
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    Q&A with Michelle Chicago, co-owner of Zita’s Novelty Gifts, about offering a wide array of unique gift items and cooking up some tasty take-and-bake options

    Zita’s Novelty Gifts 2020 Oakton Street in Park Ridge ZitasNoveltyGifts.com Q: What led you to the decision to launch Zita’s? As small business owners ourselves, we decided to come together as partners in one business that would not only be beneficial to our individual brands, but also allow us to elevate and promote other small ...
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  • Shop Around the Corner
    By Trent Modglin
    November 23, 2022
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    Holiday shopping fun: Come explore a quartet of wonderfully festive Park Ridge stores with us

    Marigold 29 S. Prospect Ave. in Park Ridge 224-985-3135 ShopEdie.com Come check out… **Cute and festive peppermint and nutcracker collection **Chocolate cocoa mix stocking stuffers **Shimmering crystal and beaded ornaments — snowflakes, stars and trees **Eucalyptus, vanilla and winter spruce candles **Vintage-inspired snowmen and Santas **Winter village houses that can be the centerpiece of a ...
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  • Shop Around the Corner
    By Trent Modglin
    June 24, 2022
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    Summer fashions: Check out some of the trendy, warm-weather items available at Edie Boutique, Marigold, Raffia Gifts and Sooo Cute Boutique

    Edie Boutique 27 S. Prospect Ave. in Park Ridge ShopEdie.com Edie Boutique in Uptown is your summer dress headquarters. So many styles to fit your taste. Very versatile, flirty and easy to accessorize — and perfect to wear at everything from a casual Park Ridge festival to a dinner outing in downtown Chicago. Marigold Gift ...
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  • Park Ridge Insider
    By Trent Modglin
    April 25, 2022
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    Park Ridge Insider Katie Podgorny on a fondness for Nonna Silvia’s, Sandlot burgers between Warriors baseball games, and anticipating the Park Ridge Farmers Market

    Nonna Silvia’s salmon What you do for a living: I am a physician and the owner of the new Uptown Med Spa right here at 36 Main Street in Park Ridge. How long you’ve lived here: My family and I moved here from the city in 2010, and we literally live in the best one-block ...
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  • Shop Around the Corner
    By Trent Modglin
    March 15, 2022
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    Shop Around the Corner: Never the same store twice, Raffia Gifts offers a wide variety of unique gift ideas — as well as a personal touch

    By Trent Modglin 141 N. Northwest Highway in Uptown Park Ridge RaffiaGifts.com 847-825-7734 The history: Emily Larson, born and raised in Park Ridge, is the second owner of Raffia Gifts. She was a shopper first, then an employee for two years at its former Prospect location and then, seven years ago, she bought the store ...
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  • Shop Around the Corner
    By Trent Modglin
    November 25, 2021
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    Holiday shopping spotlight: Explore all the festive finds at Marigold, Raffia Gifts, Edie Boutique, Sooo Cute Boutique, Sandberg Jewelers and Amphora

    Marigold photo by Nikki Allen Creative Marigold 29 S. Prospect in Park Ridge ShopEdie.com Store vibes: This is a beautiful, bright and friendly store that quickly became a local favorite despite opening just prior to the onset of Covid. The sheer amount of eye-catching inventory like picture frames, wall art, dishware, candles and an assortment ...
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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.

The Real Park Ridge is printed and distributed seasonally four times per year (December, March, June and September) to thousands of Park Ridge homes, as well as more than 150 area restaurants, bars, boutiques, coffee shops, salons, spas, offices and hotels. Make sure to sign up for our e-mail newsletter and download our new digital app for the latest events, deals and feature articles.

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    By Trent Modglin
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  • Inside Scoop: From the Vine Street BBQ fest and Park Ridge’s Trucktoberfest to Rosemont’s Family ...

    By Trent Modglin
    September 8, 2023
  • Bring it on: Surviving our first boxing and abs class at Kick House Park Ridge

    By Trent Modglin
    September 7, 2023

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Bring the whole family down to Hodges Park this Sa Bring the whole family down to Hodges Park this Saturday, Sept. 23, to take part in the @parkridgeparks Trucktoberfest. This fun annual event runs from noon-9 p.m. featuring delicious food, tasty beer, kids activities, live music and more. 

Sponsored by three of our favorite companies in town: @theharpandfiddle @mpoweredortho and @wehavegreatbeerpr it’s sure to be a great time.

Food truck lineup:
• Cheezie Mac’s
• Coop’s Chicken
• Rita’s Italian Ice
• Spoon Burger
• Tamales Express 

Contests:
Adult & Child Divisions
• 2:00pm - Stein Holding Contest
• 3:00pm - Strudel Eating Contest
• 4:00pm - Stein Holding Contest

Entertainment: 
• Noon-5:00pm: DJ Entertainment
• 12:30pm: Ceremonial Tapping of the Keg
• 12:35pm-1:00pm: Ascension Dance Team
• 5:00pm-7:00pm: Fitz & The Pretzel Twist
•7:30pm-9:00pm: The Chancers

Children's Activities (Noon - 6:00pm):
Purchase a $5 wristband to enjoy:
• Inflatables
• Games
• Crafts
• Hay Play Area
• Temporary Tattoo Station
From our new fall issue... Park Ridge Insider JoAn From our new fall issue... Park Ridge Insider JoAnn Fosco on the fried chicken tacos at @holtsparkridge … catching the game at @theharpandfiddle … brunching with girlfriends at @patinawinebar … eye-catching accessories at @sooocutepr and looking forward to ballroom lessons at the @fred_astaire_park_ridge Dance Studio

Read the article now at therealparkridge.com

#therealaprkridge #insider #brunch #eatlocal
Come join the @parkridgechamber of Commerce at thi Come join the @parkridgechamber of Commerce at this fun networking/tasting event Oct. 5 at @theharpandfiddle
Swing in to see the friendly and talented team fro Swing in to see the friendly and talented team from @mpoweredortho this Saturday at the @parkridgefarmersmarket or next Saturday at the @parkridgeparks Trunktoberfest in Hodges Park and snag yourself one of their sweet tote bags. Don’t forget to set up a free consultation for the kiddos (or yourself) while you’re at it. 
#therealparkridge #parkridgebraces #giveaway #farmersmarket #orthodontist
It may still feel like summer, but now is the time It may still feel like summer, but now is the time to get your furnace ready for the cold weather ahead. The Clean & Checks performed by @homecomfortservices help avoid the emergency, and give insight into how your system is operating and what you can expect from it. This easily scheduled maintenance allows industry professionals to check and test all the inner workings of your heating and cooling systems so you’re educated when next steps need to happen for your home or family.

Check out more on all the great HVAC work Home Comfort Services, Inc. provides for the NW suburbs and Chicago in our recent Q&A at therealparkridge.com
Q&A with Rob Hunter: We sat down with @crustbrewin Q&A with Rob Hunter: We sat down with @crustbrewing head brewer to discuss his brewing background, a history of Oktoberfest beer, and getting things rolling in Rosemont's @parkwaybankpark 

Read the Q&A now at therealparkridge.com

#therealparkridge #craftbeer #Rosemont #IllinoisBrewing
Looking to soak up as much of this great weather w Looking to soak up as much of this great weather while you still can? Alfresco patio season isn’t done quite yet. Check out some of our favorite local spots to grab lunch, dinner or drinks outdoors

#therealaprkridge #patioseason #alfresco #summer #eatlocal

Read it all at therealparkridge.com
Inside Scoop: From the @vinestbbq competition and Inside Scoop: From the @vinestbbq competition and the @parkridgeparks Trucktoberfest to the @villageofrosemont Family Fall Fest in @parkwaybankpark as well as @goebbertsfarm fun, @sketchbookbrew Oktoberfest and  @parkridgenewcomers kids sale, we have your September covered

Read the Inside Scoop blog now at TheRealParkRidge.com

#therealparkridge #oktoberfest #vinestreetBBQ
#september #fallvibes #festivals
Bring it on: Surviving our first boxing and abs cl Bring it on: Surviving our first boxing and abs class at @kickhouse_parkridge 

"My background experience was slim. In other words, I had no clue how to throw a punch. … But after about 10 minutes, the jitters were out and I started to get the hang of it and enjoy myself."

Read the article now at therealparkridge.com

#fitness #kickboxing #therealparkridge
Park Ridge Insider @claudia.pazik on the @shakouvi Park Ridge Insider @claudia.pazik on the @shakouvibe seven spicy ahi, the @pennyvillestation Saturday bottomless brunch with friends, and perusing the home decor at @marigoldgiftshop 

Read it all now at therealparkridge.com

#therealparkridge #brunch #supportlocal
Just snapped this photo of the new Cuban sandwich Just snapped this photo of the new Cuban sandwich at @cafe.touche in Edison Park, and the mouth has been watering every since. Look for it and more in our upcoming fall issue cover story on exciting new dishes in the area
#therealparkridge #eatlocal #EdisonPark #cubansandwich
Mondays mean kids get a free smoothie with a payin Mondays mean kids get a free smoothie with a paying adult at @cleanjuiceparkridge in the Village Green Shopping Center. Perfect for rewarding the kid after a quality @goldfish_parkridge swim lesson. 
The Youthful One protein smoothie has blueberries, coconut oil, dates, bananas, vanilla, almond milk and a dose of whey protein. 
#therealparkridge #healthyeating #smoothie #cleanjuice
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