Tag: The Real Park Ridge
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Create memories that last a lifetime this summer with the Park Ridge Park District
What a year we’ve all had! When the weather warms and the days are longer, we are all looking to get out and enjoy this great city. Park Ridge has so much to offer, and the Park Ridge Park District is working to bring back all the activities and events we missed so much. All ... -
Inside Scoop: The Park Ridge Library has a host of events, clubs and programs lined up this summer for kids and adults
The Park Ridge Library’s annual Summer Reading Club for kids, teens and adults kicked off June 11 with the theme “Libraries: Your Passport to the World.” The club will run from through Sunday, Aug. 15. Registration is open now at beanstack.parkridgelib.org, and patrons can track their reading through the Beanstack website. Reading “passports” are available ... -
Park Ridge Inside Lisa Zago on the friendly Original Pancake House, shopping at Camp Willow and margaritas at Hay Caramba
The Original Pancake House What you do for a living: Professionally, I do two things. One is my beloved and unique dinosaur hunting and educational program (www.dinosauria.biz). Second, I work the door at the trendy Gibsons Italia in Chicago. I like diversity in my life. Both of my passions have been rewarding and challenging. I work ... -
Fun, stylish, friendly and committed to giving back: Q&A with Laura Palumbo, owner of the new Gabriel’s Closet children’s consignment store
By Trent Modglin Gabriel’s Closet 428 W. Touhy in Park Ridge 847-720-4902 GabrielsCloset.org Officially opening June 2, 2021 Q: Tell us a bit about what it’s like to follow in your mom’s footsteps with a children’s consignment store. A: It has truly been a surreal experience. Growing up, I always knew my mom ran a ... -
Inside Scoop: Kohl Children’s Museum reopens, Amphora & Co-Op California sales and Bottle & Bottega’s Friday Night Out
Kohl Children’s Museum reopens June 2, debuts Summerburst outdoor event Kohl Children’s Museum will re-open its full exhibit environment to the public beginning June 2. Crowd capacity will initially be limited to 25 percent (with advance reservations required) and face coverings remain mandatory. Regular sanitizing and nightly deep cleaning sessions will be taking place as ... -
Good Eats at Lirica: Navy Pier spices things up with a new Latin American-inspired restaurant with incredible views
By Michael Dritto Location: In the new Sable Hotel, 900 E. Grand Ave. on Navy Pier 872-710-5703 LiricaRestaurant.com Hours: Open daily from 6 a.m.-10 p.m. for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The scene: Located at the very end of Navy Pier, the new Lirica overlooks Lake Michigan with a 150-seat patio that delivers scenic views of ... -
Inside Scoop: Kentucky Derby events, Mother’s Day promo from Beautifully New Med Spa, and Wildwood Nature Center updates
Chicago’s best Kentucky Derby parties, courtesy of Green Curtain events This Saturday (May 1) can’t get here soon enough for Green Curtain Events and fans of the Kentucky Derby. Green Curtain Events has once again partnered with some of the top venues in Chicago to produce several exciting Kentucky Derby watch parties. Whether you’re looking ... -
The pampered life: Surviving my first “gentleman’s facial” at Beautifully New Med Spa — and possibly getting hooked
By Trent Modglin It’s not every day you’re recruited to receive a “gentleman’s facial” from a high-end medical spa. So, of course, I head in with a few questions. “What’s all involved?” I ask because, well, I had no idea. “It’s usually a customized treatment for you, based on what you want and what your ...
