Tag: The Real Park Ridge
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Shop Around the Corner: Feel like a kid again at Timeless Toys in Chicago’s Lincoln Square
Timeless Toys 4749 N. Lincoln Ave. in Chicago TimelessToysChicago.com By Trent Modglin Walking through the doors of Timeless Toys in Chicago’s northside Lincoln Square neighborhood is like traveling back in time. Maybe a generation or two ago, when quality merchandise, charming neighborhood stores and one-to-one customer service was the norm instead of today’s mass-produced approach ... -
Halloween fun from the Park Ridge Park District: S’mores, drive-thru trunk or treat, and house decorating contest
S’more Stories, Songs & Strolls Oct. 23 The entire family will enjoy the peaceful night air while sitting around a fire listening to stories, singing songs and making everyone’s favorite treat — s’mores! Enjoy a night hike around the pond, too. Flashlights are not needed, but feel free to bring a blanket or chair to ... -
Hitting the Park Ridge jackpot: How a global pandemic helped showcase how great our neighborhood really is
By Trent Modglin Many of you reading this probably have a move-from-the-city story. It seems like most people we meet in Park Ridge lived a chunk of their 20s and/or 30s living in Chicago before making the inevitable progression to the burbs. We were no different. When we knew the time was right, the allure ... -
Q&A with Harriet Resnick about the fall activities and Lightscape exhibit at the Chicago Botanic Garden
The Real Park Ridge sat down with with Harriet Resnick, Vice President of Visitor Experiences and Business Development of the Chicago Botanic Garden, to discuss the fall activities and upcoming Lightscape exhibit Q: What are some fun fall programs you have coming up? A: We have a number of events happening at the Garden this ... -
Signature Dishes: A pair of creative new appetizers at Harp & Fiddle — the ahi tuna and pot roast poutine
110 Main Street in Park Ridge 847-720-4466 TheHarpandFiddle.com Ownership likes to say they have themselves a “modern pub with an Irish flair,” and that’s a pretty accurate assessment of this family-friendly spot in Uptown. The chef-driven menu includes everything from shepherd’s pie, burgers, ribs and salads to a seafood paella, but we chose to focus ... -
Q&A with Matt Steiger from @Properties about the Park Ridge real estate market and curb-appeal tips
Q: How is the real estate market looking both in the short and long term? A: The real-estate market the last six months has been booming. I predict a strong last few months of the market this year since the spring market started a little later. Long term, I think this good market will last, ... -
Inside Scoop: Park Ridge farmers’ market runs through October; Sweet & Tart Shoppe, Poke Burrito, Clean Juice and Kate Spade open
Park Ridge Farmers’ Market runs through October Committed to bringing local farmers and artisans from around the Midwest to Uptown Park Ridge, the Farmers’ Market offers a variety of fresh herbs, flowers, specialty foods, baked goods, seasonal fruits and vegetables, and more. Don’t forget a bit of live music and kids’ activities as well. And ... -
Good Eats at Café Touché: The inviting French bistro in Edison Park makes for a great night out
Café Touché 6731 N. Northwest Highway 773-775-0909 CafeTouche.com The scene: This tribute to the casual eateries of France is the pride of Zagat award-winning chef Joseph Calabrese. Make sure to hit the gorgeous, spaced-out sidewalk patio while the weather cooperates. The string lights and colorful flowerbeds provide a warm, European ambiance. Inside, Café Touché has ...
