Tag: The Real Park Ridge
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Inside Scoop: Jack’s Pumpkin Pop Up, Goebbert’s Pumpkin Farm, Sandberg Jewelers 70% off closing sale, Brickton Montessori open house and more
Jack’s Pumpkin Pop Up I recently overheard some friends talking about Jack’s Pumpkin Pop Up (on Goose Island on the northwest side of Chicago) in class, so I had to try it out. And let me tell you, it was quite an experience. Entry, cocktail and take-home pumpkin tickets are all bought online. After waiting ... -
Inside Scoop: The Park Ridge Park District 2022 Referendum — Your chance to vote on improving the aging Oakton Ice Arena and more
By Margaret Holler Marketing & Public Relations Director Park Ridge Park District On November 8, Park Ridge Park District residents will have a chance to vote on improving the aging Oakton Ice Arena, adding an indoor turf field and studio ice rink, and addressing other high-priority needs at Oakton Park and facilities. The Park Ridge ... -
Good Eats at the Howard Street Inn: Graced with a friendly staff, incredible specials and a tasty, diverse menu, it’s easy to see why this sports-watching mecca is so popular
6700 W. Howard Street in Niles (847) 583-0795 HowardStreetInn.com History in short: Seeking to create a family-friendly atmosphere with good vibes and good food, Ken Hoffman left his general manager post at Rosewood in Rosemont some 20 years ago to create the Howard Street Inn. Two decades and tens of thousands of satisfied customers later, ... -
Setting the standard: Anthony Valentino Salon for Hair celebrates its 25th year on Main Street in Park Ridge
Anthony Valentino Salon for Hair 26 Main Street in Park Ridge (847) 318-5577 AVSalonForHair.com The Real Park Ridge sat down with owner JoAnn Fosco to discuss her business celebrating its 25th year on Main Street in Park Ridge. What’s changed over 25 years in town: So many things have changed in the area since then. ... -
Park Ridge Insider Talha Sajjad on developing relationships at Orange Shoe Personal Fitness, the tempting brisket at Mel’s Craft BBQ, gin martinis at Tavern on the Point and relaxing on the Robey Hotel rooftop in Chicago
Mel’s Craft BBQ brisket sandwich What you do for a living: I’m the franchise owner and fitness professional at Orange Shoe Personal Fitness here at 833 W. Touhy in Park Ridge. We just celebrated our one-year anniversary in early September, and our clients love it. They like the feel of the space, the close-knit community ... -
Small-business spotlight on Tim Perry from Union Home Mortgage: Assessing the housing market and understanding expenses and the programs available to home buyers
Tim Perry Union Home Mortgage tperry@uhm.com (847) 260-7352 1314 W. Touhy Ave. in Park Ridge Background in real estate and mortgage lending I have bought and sold many houses. I have been a mortgage professional since 1993 and a real estate investor since 1990. I love the process, I love the market and I love ... -
Inside Scoop: Park Ridge and Sketchbook Brewing’s Oktoberfest celebrations, Fall Wine Walk, Rosemont’s Family Fun Fest and more
Park Ridge’s annual Oktoberfest celebration Sept. 24 The annual Park Ridge Oktoberfest celebration will take place on Saturday, September 24 at Hodges Park, located at 101 Courtland Avenue, from noon-9 p.m. Sponsored by the Park Ridge Park District, Harp and Fiddle, Beer on the Wall and Mpowered Smiles Orthodontics, attendees can expect great food and ... -
Park Ridge Insider Molly Engle on escapes to Holland, Michigan, a love affair with Nonna Silvia’s, shopping at Edie and craft cocktails at Off the Wall
Holland, Michigan photo courtesy of Holland.org What you do for a living: I manage a local cafe, Off the Wall, which serves craft beverages — from coffee and cocktails to wine and beer. How long you’ve lived here: I grew up in Park Ridge, and moved away for college when I was 18. After living in Holland, Michigan for ...
