Tag: The Real Park Ridge
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Q&A with Mike Goode, owner of Goode Plumbing, about the growth of his business and how to prevent basement flooding in Park Ridge
By Trent Modglin This spring, after watching Park Ridge city sewer water back up into our house (not once, but twice) and destroy a newly renovated basement during heavy rainstorms, we decided to do our research and hire Goode Plumbing to install a flood-control system in our yard. Coming away impressed with their work, we ... -
Q&A with Laura Gainor, founder of Official MomFest, about creating a fun community for moms and what the quarantine has taught her about family
By Trent Modglin Laura Gainor, Park Ridge resident and mother of two, recently launched Official MomFest not only as a way to provide inspiration and support to hard-working moms out there, but also give back to the community, create opportunities to get together with other families, and let moms take a break and enjoy life ... -
Signature Dishes: The fish & chips and numerous pizza possibilities at local favorite Moretti’s
By Trent Modglin Moretti’s 6727 Olmsted in Edison Park, 9519 W. Higgins in Rosemont and eight other Chicagoland locations MorettisRestaurants.com With two equally inviting locations bordering Park Ridge — in Edison Park and Rosemont — Moretti’s has been a consistent, family-friendly go-to spot for quality Italian and American creations for years. Fish and chips Ordering ... -
Making a difference: Park Ridge police, Pennyville Station, Give In Kind and deputy clerk among those putting others first
By Trent Modglin Pretty sure we all could use some good news right about now. With all the uncertainty and stress we’ve experienced the past two months, I thought it would be a good time to share some local feel-good stories. Call it a morale boost, if you will. If you know of someone, or ... -
Making a difference: Local singer Colette Hawley performs sidewalk concerts for local retirement homes
By Trent Modglin Pretty sure we all could use some good news right about now. With all the uncertainty and stress we’ve experienced the past two months, I thought it would be a good time to share some local feel-good stories. Call it a morale boost, if you will. If you know of someone, or ... -
Making a difference: Meet Ella Powers, a creative eight-year-old raising thousands of dollars for a local food pantry
By Trent Modglin Pretty sure we all could use some good news right about now. With all the uncertainty and stress we’ve experienced the past two months, I thought it would be a good time to share some local feel-good stories. Call it a morale boost, if you will. If you know of someone, or ... -
Time to unwind: Looking for a little local stress release? We’ve got some creative ways to truly relax and get away from it all
By Veronica Espinoza Board & Brush Creative Studio A creative space to let your inner artist become a DIY master by designing and painting your own personalized wood project or sign, all while sipping on a glass of wine. It’s a great way to relax and get your mind off that to-do list or pushy ... -
Signature Dishes: The pad ba mee and chicken satay at Sri Siam in Morton Grove
By Veronica Espinoza Sri Siam 9253 Waukegan Road in Morton Grove 847-583-9924 SriSiamMortonGrove.com Thasanee Cuesta, owner of this Thai restaurant, bought the space from a friend and never looked back, building a menu full of fresh, delicious and homemade favorites, along with a fun, cultural atmosphere. Pad Ba Mee One of the more traditional Thai ...
