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  • Inside Scoop: Fall events galore like Sketchbook Brewing’s Oktoberfest, Rosetoberfest, Pumpkin Palooza, Chicago Gourmet, Ace Hardware’s Harvest Fest, Spirits of Park Ridge, Trunk or Treat and more

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  • Child in a light blue shirt climbs a blue vertical pole on a multi-level indoor obstacle course in a gym. It has a rock wall, tires, and bright yellow padded flooring nearby.
    Kid Zone
    By Trent Modglin
    July 21, 2026
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    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 — ...
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  • General Features
    By Trent Modglin
    July 17, 2026
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    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 ...
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  • Outdoor pool at dusk with people on inflatable tubes watching a movie on a large screen above the pool area.
    Around Town
    By Trent Modglin
    July 13, 2026
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    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 ...
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  • Loaded nachos with guacamole, sour cream, shredded chicken, pico de gallo, and melted cheese, beside a margarita glass.
    Park Ridge Insider
    By Trent Modglin
    July 1, 2026
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    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 ...
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  • Rita's ice-cream truck with red-and-white stripes and a smiling staffer at the service window beside a frozen coffee sign and flavor menu.
    General Features
    By Trent Modglin
    June 29, 2026
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    Did you know? Fun, helpful info from local businesses like Rita’s Italian Ice, Home Comfort and PowHerHouse Fitness

    Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard offers catering and a food truck for all your events As if Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard on Northwest Highway hasn’t spoiled us enough with their delicious treats, you should know that they’re fully mobile too, with a fun food truck available for catering and events of all ...
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  • Close-up portrait of a woman with short, sunlit hair and eyes closed in bright sunlight
    Interviews
    By Trent Modglin
    June 24, 2026
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    Summer skincare Q&A with Alexis Novelli from Uptown Med Spa

    Advice from Uptown Med Spa’s Alexis Novelli on the best sun protection and skincare treatments for summer Uptown Med Spa 36 Main Street, Suite 104 in Park Ridge (847) 696-7282 PRUptownMedSpa.com Q: How important has year-round skin protection become, especially for the younger generations? A: Year-round skin protection is more important than ever, especially with ...
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  • Night exterior of Tavern on the Point with string lights, outdoor balcony seating, and parked cars in front, inviting atmosphere.
    Park Ridge Insider
    By Trent Modglin
    June 22, 2026
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    Park Ridge Insider Jennifer Torbick

    What you do for a living: My husband Paul and I both have full-time jobs, but we have been dealing with coins and precious metals for about 30 years, so we decided to open Park Ridge Coin & Collectibles in 2025. Our store offers 999 silver rounds, bars, silver eagles, vintage 1970s art bars, limited-edition 999 ...
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  • Clothing store display with folded polo shirts and tees on a table, surrounded by racks of shirts and a mannequin wearing a striped polo in the background.
    Shop Around the Corner
    By Trent Modglin
    June 17, 2026
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    Summer faves: We asked two local boutiques for a pair of their top-selling seasonal items

    2 Sisters Boutique A&L 33 S. Prosect Ave. in Park Ridge Shop2SistersPR.com Men’s golf shirts Brother J’s, the store’s men’s section toward the back, has a fresh supply of ultra light and soft golf shirts from Johnnie O and Flag & Anthem that are equally ideal for an afternoon on the course or a night ...
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Get ready for the fun annual Witches Night Out nig Get ready for the fun annual Witches Night Out night out at @ashwillowsalon and @renatasorganics in South Park tonight
We were delighted to be invited to the grand openi We were delighted to be invited to the grand opening of the beautiful new @bricktonmontessorischool location at 1695 S. River Rd in Des Plaines last month. After a two-year renovation, the finished product is something to behold, and it was difficult to decide who was more excited about the new facility: the kids, the staff or the parents. Brickton.org
Quite the working lunch today at the Edison Park f Quite the working lunch today at the Edison Park favorite @cafe.touche which included one of the best smash burgers we’ve had to date (think sautéed onions, cheddar, pickles and 1000 island). A stellar chicken salad and Cubano sandwich (with pulled pork pork, ham, avocado, pickles, gruyere cheese, and Cajun-dijon mustard) too.
Time to grab your team for the Park Ridge - Friend Time to grab your team for the Park Ridge - Friends of the Parks annual Trivia Night fundraiser

Saturday, November 14 from 6-10 p.m.
Prospect Park’s O’Connor Building
733 N. Prospect Ave. in Park Ridge
Doors open at 6 p.m. |  Trivia starts promptly at 7 p.m.
This event is adults only, 21+
$360 per team (up to eight players)

Registration includes:
* Eight rounds of trivia
* Pasta and salad from fire + wine
* Soft drinks and 24 drink tickets per team
(Drink tickets may be used for beer, wine, or hard seltzer.)

Teams are encouraged to create a team name and decorate their table. Registration closes Nov. 8 (or earlier if it sells out). 

prfriendsoftheparks.org
From our big fall issue, a spotlight on six new bu From our big fall issue, a spotlight on six new businesses in town. Welcome to Park Ridge: @brew.pkr 
@barestudioesthetics 
Mandram by @thalaivasindiankitchen @hotworxparkridge 
@hellohollyparkridge 
@ivnparkridge 

Read the feature now at therealparkridge.com
The Real Park Ridge deal of the week: By now we ce The Real Park Ridge deal of the week: By now we certainly hope you know all about the @fireandwinege half-price pasta special on Mondays, but are you aware it’s also the perfect spot to unwind for happy hour Monday through Thursday from 4-5:30 p.m. and Fridays from 3-5:30 p.m.? In the bar and lounge area, you can enjoy all of your favorite small plates at half off their regular menu price, along with a rotating selection of featured $8 wines, $10 signature cocktails, and $5 select draft beers. 
608 W. Touhy, C2 in Park Ridge
https://www.fireandwine.net/park-ridge-fire-and-wine
This Sunday, Oct. 11, check out the @parkridgepark This Sunday, Oct. 11, check out the @parkridgeparks open house at Centennial Fitness Center, where guests will have free admission all day to try out the facility and various group fitness classes. Special membership deals will be available Sunday as well.
Soaking up as much of this 70s weather as possible Soaking up as much of this 70s weather as possible on the patio at @wehavegreatbeerpr with a stellar Southern Tuba hazy IPA from @roaringtable and an @alarmistbrewing Crispy Boy pilsner (thanks to @pollyannabrewingcompany for keeping it alive)
From our big fall issue out now... @parkridgepark From our big fall issue out now...

@parkridgeparks Q&A: Justin Schuring on the variety of the membership options, fun classes this fall, and the welcoming atmosphere at Centennial Fitness Center

“There is definitely an upbeat, positive energy every day here at the CFC. … And I think people are surprised about the value of our membership options and what’s included in that membership.”

Read the interview at TheRealParkRidge.com
The inaugural Pumpkin Palooza from the @parkridgec The inaugural Pumpkin Palooza from the @parkridgechamber was a serious hit last weekend, thanks to the work of so many great volunteers and a community that likes to have a little fun. Until next time…
If you look up at the sky today, you’ll know that If you look up at the sky today, you’ll know that golf season is far from over. Come out and support the @mainesouthparentsscholarclub at their annual golf outing Oct. 17. Form your team or a come solo... either way, it’s guaranteed to be a great time for a great cause. Visit MSParentsScholarshipClub.org for morr info and registration
We’re just one day away from the first annual Pump We’re just one day away from the first annual Pumpkin Palooza from the @parkridgechamber 

The Real Park Ridge magazine will be helping serve up cocktails, wine and beer in the drink tent, so swing by to say hi. Lots of live music, local food, and fun for the kiddos too. All of it’s happening in the Park Ridge Farmers Market / Park Ridge Market after Dark space. See you Saturday!
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