Tag: The Real Park Ridge
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Fun summer fashions: Park Ridge’s Prospect Avenue is filled with plenty of great looks for the season
Edie Boutique and Marigold Lake life clothing and decor Always a reliable go-to for the latest fashions, Edie Boutique, combined with Marigold next door, will have you all prepared for quality time at the lake — or any vacation for that matter. Colorful summer dresses, tops, denim shorts, sandals, tote bags, sunglasses and jewelry just ... -
Inside Scoop: Park Ridge’s new Market After Dark, Rockin’ in the Park Rosemont concert series, Taylor Swift tribute June 21, Taste of Park Ridge, Goldfish Swim School block party, Chicago Ramen and more
Rockin’ in the Park concerts return to Rosemont’s Parkway Bank Park on Thursdays this summer Rosemont’s Parkway Bank Park entertainment district kicks off its summer season with the return of the “Rockin’ in the Park” free summer concert series. Free concerts run every Thursday and select Friday evenings through August 30, featuring music by classic ... -
Park Ridge Insider Zach Haycraft on Nonna Silvia’s specials, getting a round in at Mt. Prospect Golf Club, steaks at Devon Avenue Meats and escapes to Sister Bay in Door County
What you do for a living: It’s a corporate America gig. Specifically, I work in reinsurance for CNA (a commercial property and casualty carrier in Chicago). I have been there awhile now. My wife likes to joke that I started my career at CNA in the previous millennium. How long you’ve lived here: I moved ... -
Local recommendations include A Windy City Garages and Doors, Beautifully New Med Spa, Café Touché, Anthony Valentino Salon, Gene & Georgetti, Bead World and more
A Windy City Garages and Doors are the best contractors ever! The project: tear down of an existing two-car garage and replace it with a new slab and a larger, nicer two-car garage with connecting art studio. Vince and Joe were amazing to work with. The garage/studio was on time, high quality to the last ... -
Park Ridge Insider Jamie Kendall on delicious eats at Shemroon Kabab House and Bangkok Belly, local shopping favorites like My Sister’s Closet, a night out with friends at The Ashburn, and exploring Chicago’s Lincoln Square
Shemroon Kabab House in Park Ridge Park Ridge Insider Jamie Kendall What you do for a living: I am the Development Coordinator at Brickton Montessori School. We have been a part of the northwest side/Park Ridge community since 1986. Brickton Montessori is a fully accredited independent school serving students Pre-K through 8th grade and offering ... -
Accessories galore: The versatile Raffia Gifts in Uptown Park Ridge has a genuine appreciation for handbags and jewelry
Raffia Gifts 13 S. Prospect Avenue in Park Ridge RaffiaGifts.com New location: A longtime staple in town for finding that perfect something — either for a loved one or yourself — Raffia has settled in quite nicely to its new location next to the Pickwick Theater. The window displays and bright, welcoming interior are a draw, ... -
Inside Scoop: Pool passes, birthday party packages and more — plan ahead to make a big splash this summer with the Park Ridge Park District
By Margaret Holler Marketing and Public Relations Director Park Ridge Park District The warmer weather of spring tends to bring everyone’s thoughts to starting to plan for summer. Summer in Park Ridge, like many areas, is synonymous with the outdoors and with water fun. And there is no better way to spend the hot summer ... -
Sweet tooth satisfaction: We went on the hunt for some of the most popular desserts in the area, and loved every minute of it
By Trent Modglin Tavern on the Point’s chocolate chip bread pudding and creme brûlée 6724 N. Northwest Highway in Edison Park TavernOnThePoint.com The difference in this Edison Park favorite’s version of bread pudding, according to sous chef Teresa Castillo, is that the brioche bun is soft and airy — thanks to a base of heavy ...
