Tag: The Real Park Ridge
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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
Oktoberfest at Goebbert’s Farm Sept. 15-17 Just 30 minutes from Park Ridge, Oktoberfest at Goebbert’s Farm in Pingree Grove is an authentic German celebration. The weekend of September 15-17 will be filled with festivities including live bands, fireworks, games, competitions, plenty of beer and German cuisine. All regular farm activities will still be open for ... -
Bring it on: Surviving our first boxing and abs class at Kick House Park Ridge
By Sophia Gianaris Location: 535A Busse Hwy, Unit 1A in the Village Green Shopping Center in Park Ridge. KickHouseParkRidge.com My expectations going in: I arrived about 10 minutes early so the instructors could size me for boxing gloves. My background experience was slim. In other words, I had no clue how to throw a punch. ... -
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
What you do for a living: I’m a hair stylist and colorist right here in Park Ridge at Salon Twenty Three. I’d love to have you in my chair! Check out my work on Instagram: @HairByClaudiaL How long you’ve lived here: I’m a Park Ridge native, through and through. 27 years to be exact. What you ... -
Local recommendations include Beautifully New Med Spa, Pro-Built Fence, Don Juan’s carne asada and Mandy Madsen Color + Design
Beautifully New Med Spa Thinking about aging is not always a fun thought, so I think it’s important to do a little something for yourself occasionally. Danielle Oyasu at Beautifully New is the most fabulous nurse practitioners I know, and after knowing her for 20 years, I trust her implicitly. I could not be more ... -
Soak up the last of summer: Patio season isn’t done yet. Check out some of our favorite local spots to grab a bite and a drink outdoors while you still can
Howard Street Inn 6700 W. Howard in Niles HowardStreetInn.com This popular local favorite sits on the edge of the beautiful Tam O’Shanter Golf Course in Niles and offers a sun-soaked, wrap-around patio ideal for happy hour, catching the game, a post-golf bucket of beers or dinner with the family at sunset. The Howard Street Inn ... -
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
What you do for a living: I’m self-employed in real estate management in the north side of Chicago. How long you’ve lived here: Born and raised, left for college in Iowa and then spent two years living in Chicago before returning to Park Ridge, where my wife Katie and I raise our three sons. What ... -
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 ...