Tag: The Real Park Ridge
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First-timer’s club: Stepping out of your normal comfort zone and into your first session at Kickhouse Park Ridge
Through Sept. 21, 2026, get two weeks of unlimited sessions and free boxing gloves to keep for just $22 By Max Dudek Initial thoughts on the drive to Kickhouse I was nervous and a little jittery after some morning coffee, which I thought would settle me down. It did not. Although I was excited to ... -
Park Ridge Insiders Kelly and Tadgie Scannell
Shemroon Kabab House in Park Ridge What you do for a living: We own a company called Midwest Crushing and Screening, which is a heavy equipment dealership that specializes in renting and selling recycling equipment. How long you’ve lived here: We bought our first house in Park Ridge in 2003, and moved a few times ... -
Q&A with Olivia Santelli, whose popular lakefront Rise Pilates Club (and TV appearances) has led to her own Within the Studio in Edison Park
By Trent Modglin Last summer, Olivia Santelli, who grew up in Edison Park and previously worked for the Cubs in video production, received national attention — by way of a spot on The Today Show and Kelly Clarkson — for leading free early-morning Pilates classes on Oak Street Beach that started with 12 friends and, ... -
Park Ridge Insider Annika Schmidt
Sip n’ Play in Park Ridge What you do for a living: I’m a business owner, but both of my businesses are very much inspired by my background in education. I have a degree in elementary education with a minor in early childhood, which really shaped everything I’ve built. I own STEM Studio Park Ridge, ... -
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 — ... -
Summer getaway: We gathered a few of our favorites from the uniquely charming Door County peninsula
By Trent Modglin It’s easy to fall under the spell of Door County, given its quaint, approachable charm and beauty. You can sightsee, swim, fish, hike, shop, kayak, golf, dine and winery hop till your heart’s content. Or just kick back, unplug, relax, eat a few cherries and watch the clouds drift by. The choice ... -
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 ... -
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 ...








