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  • Kid Zone
    By Trent Modglin
    July 19, 2024
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    Kid Zone: Penguin Encounters at Lincoln Park Zoo, the SpaceX Dragon at the Museum of Science & Industry and Wonder Woods Mini Golf at the Morton Arboretum

    Penguin encounters at the Lincoln Park Zoo Lincoln Park Zoo, located in Chicago’s beautiful Lincoln Park just a couple miles north of downtown along the lakefront, is free every day of the year and offers plenty of exciting viewing — and learning — opportunities throughout its sprawling, tree-covered grounds. Looking for a unique experience? Get ...
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  • General Features
    By Trent Modglin
    July 7, 2024
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    Light bites for patio season: We researched several local dishes that are ideal for outdoor dining this summer

    Howard Street Inn 6700 W. Howard Street in Niles
 HowardStreetInn.com To say the team at this lively sports-themed bar and restaurant has the experience to handle a busy summer crowd would be an understatement. Ken Hoffman, owner for 22 years, and partner Jeremy Naselli run this finely-tuned operation with managers Beckie Ebert and Kailey Kierys, ...
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  • General Features
    By Trent Modglin
    July 6, 2024
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    Spotlight on Northwind Exteriors

: Joe Breisch on how his innovative roofing and siding company is leading the way by utilizing the latest technology, a fully transparent process, and the best materials available

    Northwind Exteriors
 
508 W. Higgins Road in Park Ridge
 773-998-4000 NorthwindExteriors.com
 Based out of Park Ridge, Northwind Exteriors is a large sponsor of Park Ridge Football and Cheer, as well as a member of the Park Ridge, Rosemont and Glenview Chambers of Commerce Company history I founded Northwind Exteriors just under four years ago following ...
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  • Feel-good Focus
    By Trent Modglin
    June 25, 2024
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    Feel-good focus: The family and team behind MPowered Smiles Orthodontics are no strangers to giving back to the community

    “Feel-good focus” is a series of feature articles celebrating local residents who are doing good things for others By Trent Modglin Publisher of The Real Park Ridge I was first introduced to Dr. Milena Bulic a couple years ago when my son was referred to her practice, MPowered Smiles Orthodontics, by our dentist (Davis & ...
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  • General Features
    By Trent Modglin
    June 22, 2024
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    Small-business spotlight on Renata’s Organic Skincare: This relaxation and holistic wellness retreat in South Park believes in the idea that one’s well-being is more than just looking good

    Renata’s Organic Skincare 624 Devon Ave. in Park Ridge (773) 517-3512 RenatasOrganics.com Q&A with Renata Karkut, master esthetician and owner of Renata’s Organic Skincare, which has called Park Ridge home for eight years (and been in business for 17) Q: Tell us about the influence your grandmother had on you growing up. A: My grandmother ...
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  • Park Ridge Insider
    By Trent Modglin
    June 20, 2024
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    Park Ridge Insider Meghan O’Neill on planning Park District camps and events, feeling at home at Vaughan’s Pub, paninis at Soup and Scoops, the fashions at 2 Sisters Boutique and hiking in Galena

    What you do for a living: I am the Youth and Special Events Supervisor for the Park Ridge Park District. I am fortunate that my job entails so many different aspects and that I am able to interact with the community on a variety of levels — from classes, to summer camps, concerts in the ...
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  • Shop Around the Corner
    By Trent Modglin
    June 13, 2024
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    Fun summer fashions: Park Ridge’s Prospect Avenue is filled with plenty of great looks for the season

    Edie Boutique and Marigold Lake life clothing and decor Always a reliable go-to for the latest fashions, Edie Boutique, combined with Marigold next door, will have you all prepared for quality time at the lake — or any vacation for that matter. Colorful summer dresses, tops, denim shorts, sandals, tote bags, sunglasses and jewelry just ...
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  • Around Town
    By Trent Modglin
    June 13, 2024
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    Inside Scoop: Park Ridge’s new Market After Dark, Rockin’ in the Park Rosemont concert series, Taylor Swift tribute June 21, Taste of Park Ridge, Goldfish Swim School block party, Chicago Ramen and more

    Rockin’ in the Park concerts return to Rosemont’s Parkway Bank Park on Thursdays this summer Rosemont’s Parkway Bank Park entertainment district kicks off its summer season with the return of the “Rockin’ in the Park” free summer concert series. Free concerts run every Thursday and select Friday evenings through August 30, featuring music by classic ...
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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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Park Ridge Insider Dave Cook, aka “the @4feldco Park Ridge Insider Dave Cook, aka “the @4feldco guy,” on great dinners a @carmines_rosemont and @mullysgrillrestaurant recently, feeling like family at Mac’s diner, shopping with his daughter at @edie.boutique on Prospect, crab legs at @halfshellchicago and weekend getaways in SW Michigan

Read the Insider spotlight from our summer issue at TheRealParkRidge.com
A little patio time at @theharpandfiddle and @weha A little patio time at @theharpandfiddle and @wehavegreatbeerpr on a Saturday evening is good for the soul
Talk about a must order when my neighbors get toge Talk about a must order when my neighbors get together at the @the_beacon_tap in Des Plaines. As appetizers go, the trash can nachos represent the perfect combination of presentation, portion size and scrumptious, melty, messy goodness.

Perfectly sharable as a large group appetizer — or perhaps even as a meal for 2-3 people — the show, which is sure to draw attention from nearby patrons, begins when a giant bottomless silver bucket arrives at the table for all to gawk at. The server then slowly pulls the bucket up, sending a cascade of nachos, cheese, meat, jalapenos, green onions and tomatoes tumbling evenly onto the tray below — with onions, guacamole and pico de gallo expertly situated to the side.

Feel free to add pork, chicken, chorizo, chili, steak or brisket to the mix. The smoked brisket, for what it’s worth, tends to sway us every time.

Read more about Beacon Tap’s trash can nachos and 10 more appetizers from favorite restaurants in the area in our recent feature at TheRealParkRidge.com
Well, we thought we were doing a decent job with t Well, we thought we were doing a decent job with the magazine, but it seems The Real Park Ridge’s summer issue is so entertaining, it can even distract people from enjoying the likes of Malibu Beach, Joshua Tree National Park and the Hollywood Walk of Fame
Protect yourself this summer: Skincare Q&A with @d Protect yourself this summer: Skincare Q&A with @danielleatbnew from @beautifullynew_chicago Med Spa 

“At Beautifully New, we offer a range of advanced treatments to repair and reverse the signs of sun damage, helping to restore a more youthful, even complexion.”

Read the feature from our summer issue now at TheRealParkRidge.com
Sure, it may be a little warm, but the second Park Sure, it may be a little warm, but the second Park Ridge Market after Dark of the summer is tonight from 4:30-9:30 in the @parkridgefarmersmarket and you won’t want to miss the lineup of breweries, distilleries and wineries, not to mention the food trucks, live music, artisans and more!! Get out and support the @parkridgechamber at this awesome event. 

Read all about it in the Inside Scoop from our new summer issue at TheRealParkRidge.com
Summer Friday on the patio with a stellar @mullysg Summer Friday on the patio with a stellar @mullysgrillrestaurant burger. And if you didn’t already know, Merkts cheese sauce is always a good idea.
A heartfelt thank you to all who came out to the @ A heartfelt thank you to all who came out to the @theharpandfiddle monthly wine dinner last night in support of @lawrencehallchicago an incredible child welfare agency focused on healing the effects of childhood trauma. Special thanks to the staff at Harp & Fiddle — @chefjerry82 Dania Garcia, Chef Edgar, etc. — and to the fine folks at @northwindexteriors for helping sponsor the event. Truly a wonderful night with great food, great wine, great people and a great cause.
And just like that, summer is here. Which means if And just like that, summer is here. Which means if the rooftop at @tavernpointchi isn’t calling your name yet, it should be.

A stellar weekday happy hour from 3-6 p.m. that features $3 wells, seltzers and domestic beers, along with half-price appetizers and kids under 12 eating free, should help persuade you.
Monday means half-price pizza at @easystreetpizza Monday means half-price pizza at @easystreetpizza on Devon in Park Ridge.

But don’t forget the giant salads or popcorn chicken… or the new summer menu items and creative cocktails
Last call for the @theharpandfiddle monthly wine d Last call for the @theharpandfiddle monthly wine dinner coming up this Wednesday benefiting @lawrencehallchicago and all the great work they do helping area youth overcome the effects of childhood trauma. Purchase your tickets by tonight for a fun evening for a great cause.
Dont be afraid of those cloudy skies. Get on out t Dont be afraid of those cloudy skies. Get on out to the @parkridgefarmersmarket today.
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