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  • Inside Scoop: 9/11 mobile exhibit in Rosemont, Mother’s Day brunches and specials, Main Street craft beer fest, Market After Dark and more

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  • Shop Around the Corner
    By Trent Modglin
    December 12, 2024
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    Shop til you drop: Come explore the latest in holiday gift ideas and winter fashions on Prospect Avenue

      Edie Boutique and Marigold 27 and 29 S. Prospect Ave. ShopEdie.com Owner: Amy DeGrazio What are you most proud of at your stores? “From a business standpoint, I’m most proud that we continue to grow, not only with expanding Edie and Marigold into other communities, but with continuing to push ourselves to be bigger, ...
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  • Park Ridge Insider
    By Trent Modglin
    December 4, 2024
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    Park Ridge Insider Dania Garcia on the beautiful Anderson Japanese Gardens, the sandwich de Milanese at Don Juan’s, escaping to Lake Geneva and the welcoming vibes at Harp & Fiddle

    Anderson Japanese Gardens What you do for a living: I am a full-time server at Harp & Fiddle in Uptown Park Ridge. It’s a lot of fun, I get to meet a lot of great people, and it keeps me out of trouble. How long you’ve lived here: I lived in Park Ridge for two ...
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  • General Features
    By Trent Modglin
    November 26, 2024
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    Spotlight on Metta Perspective Acupuncture & Integrative Medicine: How acupuncture — when combined with a lifestyle change — can help combat a wide range of chronic conditions

    Metta Perspective Acupuncture & Integrative Medicine 6201 W. Howard Street, Suite 101, in Niles
 (847) 701-5788
 MettaPerspective.com Background Dr. Dawn Graziano began her medical career as a veterinarian technician, and while working with vets who were doing acupuncture on animals, she began to see a positive response without the use of steroids or antibiotics. Soon ...
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  • General Features
    By Trent Modglin
    November 19, 2024
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    Food frenzy: We ordered some of the area’s exciting new dishes and classic menu staples — just to make your stomach growl

    Photo: Café Touché By Trent Modglin Brennan’s New Orleans eggs at Café Touché This French bistro is one of the best spots for brunch anywhere around. Bar none. And one of our favorite mainstay dishes on the weekend menu is Brennan’s New Orleans eggs. Why? Well, let us count the ways. In short, it’s poached ...
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  • Around Town
    By Trent Modglin
    November 5, 2024
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    Inside Scoop: It’s all about community, fitness and fun at the Centennial Fitness Center

    By Margaret Holler
 Marketing director
 Park Ridge Park District

 The Centennial Fitness Center has been part of the Park Ridge community for more than 30 years, providing exercise, recreation and fun for your entire family. This state-of-the-art fitness and athletic facility is designed to provide fitness for all ages through a variety of activities. Specialists ...
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  • Feel-good Focus
    By Trent Modglin
    October 30, 2024
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    Feel-good focus: With an emphasis on promoting inclusivity for those with special needs, Meaningful Muffins by Ella raises awareness and funds for local nonprofits. And did we mention it’s operated by a 16-year-old?

    “Feel-good focus” is a series of feature articles celebrating local residents who are doing good things for others By Trent Modglin It took me all of about two minutes into my visit with Ella Goldklang to begin to question her honesty. Sitting in her living room with Ella and her mom, Michelle, I thought to ...
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  • Park Ridge Insider
    By Trent Modglin
    October 22, 2024
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    Park Ridge Insider Erica Juris on the chicken French dip at Crosby’s Kitchen, flatbreads at Patina Wine Bar, soothing selections at TeaLula and fall escapes to Madison and County Line Orchard

    Chicken French dip at Crosby’s Kitchen in Niles What you do for a living: I am the owner of Serenity Family Chiropractic in neighboring Norwood Park (6321 N. Avondale, Suite A108) in Chicago. I treat people from birth and beyond using a combination of chiropractic, physical rehabilitation, clinical nutrition and acupuncture. How long you’ve lived ...
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  • Interviews
    By Trent Modglin
    October 16, 2024
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    Q&A with John Shea, Jr. — The new executive director of the Park Ridge Park District chatted with us about his new role, the progress of the Oakton Sports Complex, and all the events and classes this fall

    Q: Now that you’re fully settled into your new role, how would you describe the Park Ridge community and your adjustment so far? A: I’m happy to say that my transition into this role has been smooth and rewarding. From the residents to the Park District staff, community organizations, and the Park Board of Commissioners, ...
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The Real Chicago — an eye-catching, family friendly entertainment magazine for active locals and tourists — originally launched in 2006. It now has a sister publication: The Real Park Ridge. Proud to be servicing our new home in Park Ridge, as well as the surrounding areas of Rosemont, Niles, Des Plaines, Mt. Prospect and NW Chicago.

The Real Park Ridge is printed and distributed seasonally four times per year (December, March, June and September) to thousands of Park Ridge homes, as well as more than 150 area restaurants, bars, boutiques, coffee shops, salons, spas, offices and hotels. Make sure to sign up for our e-mail newsletter and download our new digital app for the latest events, deals and feature articles.

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Want to learn more about ozone therapy and how it Want to learn more about ozone therapy and how it can help you better navigate life in an assortment of ways? Look no further than @mettaperspective Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine
The new @parkridgeparks pickleball courts are call The new @parkridgeparks pickleball courts are calling your name. Whether you’re new to the game or looking to sharpen your skills, they’ve got classes, clinics and private lessons for all ages.

Learn more and register here: https://conta.cc/43r13yL
Dropping off the cousin at O’Hare today reminded Dropping off the cousin at O’Hare today reminded us that one great spot for a beer and delicious food before a flight (or on a random Friday night with the family or Tuesday business lunch) is @crustbrewing in Rosemont’s @parkwaybankpark 

Great patio to catch the Rockin’ in the Park concert series every Thursday in the summer too. 

Today’s offerings: The I Know Joe hefeweizen and the delightful Blueberry Crusher, a light-bodied cream ale with a hint of lemon and lots of real blueberries.
From our spring issue cover story on the area’s From our spring issue cover story on the area’s best appetizers…

The @shemroonkababhouse falafel — ground chickpeas with parsley, garlic and onion — is freshly fried upon ordering and served atop a cucumber, tomato and onion salad with a sesame-flavored tahini sauce.

“It wasn’t on the menu at the beginning when we opened two years ago, but a lot of people were asking for it, especially since we have a really good hummus dish on the menu,” owner Mehdi Hajiaghazadeh tells us. “But very quickly, it became one of our most popular appetizers.”

Read the feature now at therealparkridge.com
Please join us for a delicious four-course @ferrar Please join us for a delicious four-course @ferraricarano wine dinner at the @theharpandfiddle on Wednesday, June 18, sponsored by @therealparkridge and @northwindexteriors 

There will be live entertainment and raffle prizes, and a portion of the proceeds will benefit @lawrencehallchicago — a community-based youth service agency committed to helping heal the effects of childhood trauma. RSVP by calling (847) 720-4466
The kid took a photo in of a mini Peaky Blinders t The kid took a photo in of a mini Peaky Blinders type of haircut he wanted and Vinny matched it perfectly at @anthonyvalentinosalon
The Rosemont Spring Fun Fest in @parkwaybankpark i The Rosemont Spring Fun Fest in @parkwaybankpark is THIS Sunday, May 18, from 1-5 p.m. This year’s activities will include bounce houses, balloon sculptors, face painting, a petting zoo and live children’s entertainment by Jeanie B & The Jelly Beans.

#SpringFamilyFun #SpringFunFest #FamilyFun #FreeEvent #BounceHouses #BalloonSculpting #Facepainting #PettingZoo #LiveEntertainment #OutdoorFreeFun #SundayFunday
“I had heard from friends that @renatasorganics “I had heard from friends that @renatasorganics is a great place to relax and reset. … I had the scrub, wrap and massage by Anna, as well as a facial by Kate, and was transported into a world of care and comfort that was unmatched by previous spa experiences. I have traveled quite extensively but nothing quite matched my experience at Renata’s Organics. I plan to visit again soon. It doesn’t get better than this.”

Read all the local recommendations from our spring issue now at TheRealParkRidge.com
One of the more than 100 local businesses you can One of the more than 100 local businesses you can find @therealparkridge magazine (in addition to our direct-to-home delivery via the post office) is the cool new @grindngearscafe on Oakton. 

And you can read more about them — and their plans to serve as an event space — in our New in Town feature from the big spring issue now at therealparkridge.com
The weather outside looks fantastic this week. Who The weather outside looks fantastic this week. Who’s ready for a little patio time at @ziassocial ?
Plenty of deals to be had at the Floral Fete sip & Plenty of deals to be had at the Floral Fete sip & shop event at @olsonsaceparkridge tonight with the @parkridgechamber
Inside Scoop: 9/11 mobile exhibit in Rosemont’s Inside Scoop: 9/11 mobile exhibit in Rosemont’s @parkwaybankpark this weekend, Mother’s Day brunch at @ziassocial and @tavernpointchi specials, lacrosse fundraiser between @nddons and @resurrectioncollegeprep May 9, Park Ridge Main Street Craft Beer Fest with @theharpandfiddle and @wehavegreatbeerpr May 25, the first Market After Dark from the @parkridgechamber May 31 and more 

Read the blog in our Inside Scoop section  now at therealparkridge.com
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