Tag: The Real Park Ridge
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Park Ridge Insider Stefanie Caito on Holt’s unique pizza options, Mystic Waters’ lazy river, the denim and friendly staff at 2 Sisters Boutique, and staycations at the Swissotel
Holt’s mac & cheese pizza What you do for a living: I’m a master-level hairstylist at Ash & Willow Eco Salon and Beauty Apothecary here in Park Ridge, specializing in both cut and color services. How long you’ve lived here: I was born and raised in Park Ridge, living here for 39 years. What you like ... -
Spotlight on Allstate agent Todd Gentile: Current insurance trends, common client missteps, and offering life and retirement planning strategies
New office location: 15 S. Fairview, suite 201 (above Daniel’s Charcuterie) Contact info: (847) 384-9050. ToddGentile@Allstate.com Details: Todd, who has a financial planning background, has been a licensed insurance agent for 30 years and with Allstate for 15 years. In addition to his Park Ridge office, he also owns one in Chicago’s West Lakeview neighborhood. ... -
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 ... -
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, ... -
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 ... -
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 & ... -
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 ... -
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 ...
