Tag: The Real Park Ridge
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Spotlight on Brickton Montessori School: Using a transformative approach to unlock each child’s inner drive and connect them to the joy in learning
Brickton Montessori School 8622 W. Catalpa Ave. Chicago, IL 60656 (773) 714-0646 Brickton.org Brickton Montessori School | Fully Accredited, Independent School Elementary + Middle School (1st-8th grades) Full Day Kindergarten + Infant, Toddler & Pre-K ** Admissions information session July 19 at 9 a.m. ** What does it mean to get a “Montessori educational experience?” ... -
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 ... -
Inside Scoop: Enjoy plenty of outdoor events this summer with the Park Ridge Park District
By Margaret Holler Marketing & Public Relations Director Park Ridge Park District There are so many special events at the Park Ridge Park District this summer! I love how summer events bring out families and friends and enhances the wonderful, community feel of Park Ridge. The following are some of my favorite events this summer: ... -
Feel-good focus: Ash & Willow Salon’s Holly Santelli empowers young women in Bali and Guatemala by teaching them a trade they can use for a lifetime
“Feel-good focus” is a series of articles celebrating local residents doing good things for others By Trent Modglin For those of you, like myself, who have always been a little skeptical, it turns out there are podcasts out there that can truly change your life. Or at least change some of your goals and ambitions ... -
Decluttering tips: A clean and organized home can make you feel energized and bring clarity to your life
Photo by Sarah Brown By Sherry Watkins, the singing realtor (Baird & Warner) Summer is suddenly upon us — at least the hot weather if not for the calendar just yet — and if you were too busy for spring cleaning, you still have time to declutter your house before a full slate of summer fun ... -
Chicago Scene: Haymarket Brewing Company in the West Loop and the Pompeii exhibit at the Museum of Science and Industry
By Trent Modglin Haymarket Brewing Company Co-owner Pete Crowley has been brewing beer for 25 years (and has some 75 medals to show for his skills), starting his professional career at The Flying Dog in Aspen and then eventually Rock Bottom Brewery in downtown Chicago, where he met his business partner, John Neurauter. The pair ... -
Kid Zone: “Believing in the movement” at Funtopia, a new water exhibit at the Chicago Children’s Museum, and exploring “Our Solar System” at the Adler Planetarium
Believing in the movement at Funtopia 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 — in being active, both physically and mentally, while genuinely ... -
Park Ridge Insider Natalia Kuppers on delicious dishes at Poké Burrito and Adobe Gila’s, shopping at Edie Boutique, hikes at Starved Rock and the Special Olympics club at Maine South
Poké Burrito What you do for a living: I am a graduating senior at Maine South High School. How long you’ve lived here: My mom and I moved here in first grade, so I have lived here for about 13 years. What you like best about Park Ridge: My favorite thing about Park Ridge is ...
