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  • Park Ridge Insider
    By Trent Modglin
    June 7, 2025
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    Park Ridge Insider Anna Sealund

    Mystic Rogue in Norwood Park What you do for a living: I’m currently a student at Northeastern Illinois University, where I’m majoring in Elementary Education. I’ll graduate with my teaching license next winter. For now, I teach part-time at the Nature Preschool in Park Ridge at the Wildwood Nature Center. How long you’ve lived here: ...
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    By Trent Modglin
    March 24, 2025
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    Park Ridge Insider David Cartwright on a top-notch dinner at Foxtail on the Lake, weekly rides with the Park Ridge Cycling Club, picking out steaks at Devon Avenue Meats and trivia night at Beer on the Wall

    Foxtail on the Lake in Des Plaines What you do for a living: I work in analytics. I’m currently the Senior Director of Data Strategy for the University of Chicago, working in the Alumni Department. I’ve worked with data for my entire career, and I absolutely love it. For me, I get great satisfaction in taking a bunch ...
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  • Around Town
    By Trent Modglin
    January 31, 2025
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    Inside Scoop: The Park Ridge Park District is an ideal place for early learning opportunities

    
By Margaret Holler
 The Park Ridge Park District provides a structured preschool program for 2, 3 and 4-year-olds, fostering socialization and self-expression through art, music, motor skills and hands-on activities. Certified by the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS), the program adheres to all required qualifications for staff. 2-year-old program: Focuses on social ...
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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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  • Around Town
    By Trent Modglin
    August 1, 2024
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    Inside Scoop: The Park Ridge Park District’s preschool program is the perfect place for kids to develop social skills, learn and grow as an individual

    By Margaret Holler Marketing & Public Relations Director Park Ridge Park District Did you know the Park Ridge Park District offers a structured preschool program for 2, 3, and 4-year-olds that emphasizes socialization and self-expression through art, music, fine and gross motor skills, and hands-on activities? Our preschool program is certified by the Illinois Department ...
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    By Trent Modglin
    April 27, 2024
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    Park Ridge Insider Jamie Kendall on delicious eats at Shemroon Kabab House and Bangkok Belly, local shopping favorites like My Sister’s Closet, a night out with friends at The Ashburn, and exploring Chicago’s Lincoln Square

    Shemroon Kabab House in Park Ridge Park Ridge Insider Jamie Kendall What you do for a living: I am the Development Coordinator at Brickton Montessori School. We have been a part of the northwest side/Park Ridge community since 1986. Brickton Montessori is a fully accredited independent school serving students Pre-K through 8th grade and offering ...
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    By Trent Modglin
    March 15, 2024
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    Park Ridge Insider Natalie Amabile on the mussels at Harp & Fiddle, boozy brunches at Pennyville Station and Federales, and looking forward to Concerts in the Park this summer

    What you do for a living: I am the owner of 2 Sisters A&L/Brothers J’s Boutique, a clothing boutique in Uptown Park Ridge were we offer on-trend men’s and women’s clothing, shoes and accessories. In my free time (haha), I am also the co-owner of Down The Street, where we design and sell spiritwear for local ...
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    By Trent Modglin
    February 23, 2024
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    Park Ridge Insider Steve Judge on sushi nights at Blufish, flights at Beer on the Wall, Harp & Fiddle’s events and finding the next experiment for his son at American Science and Surplus

    What you do for a living: I started my own solo law practice in 2021 after my father, Jay Judge, passed away. He he did a lot of civil defense work for local townships, school districts and other public entities for almost 50 years. I still do some of that and enjoy being in court, ...
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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.
On the hunt for the special something for Father’s Day? Check out the great styles in the men’s section at @shop2sisters and the Liiton whiskey glasses — which cool your cocktail down in just 18 seconds — at @raffiagifts
Get your tickets now!! The monthly @theharpandfidd Get your tickets now!! The monthly @theharpandfiddle wine dinner this month benefits @lawrencehallchicago a community-based youth service agency dedicated to healing the effects of childhood trauma. Quite the menu the talented team at Harp & Fiddle has put together. Should be quite the night. Hope you can join us next Wednesday, June 18 at 7 p.m.
Our expansion continues, as the summer issue of Th Our expansion continues, as the summer issue of The Real Park Ridge is about to be distributed to thousands of Park Ridge homes and nearly 100 area businesses. Highlights include our cover story on local brunch bites and signature dishes at spots like @cafe.touche @donjuanscantina @mughalthebiryanihouse and @theharpandfiddle … a spotlight on the Hanlon family and their beloved @triplescoopdicecream … the inside scoop on the Taste of Park Ridge, Park Ridge Market after Dark and Rockin’ in the Park concerts at Rosemont’s @parkwaybankpark … fun weekend getaways, dining with a river view in Chicago, the Spider-Man exhibit at the @msichicago … new local businesses like @ariyarnshopandstudio and @levillagecowork_desplaines … and much, much more.
Park Ridge Insider @annasealund on appetizers at @ Park Ridge Insider @annasealund on appetizers at @mysticrogueirishpub … date night and gnocchi at @nonnasilvias … shopping at @foursidedchicago and @raffiagifts … and exploring the @parkridgeparks Wildwood Nature Center and the Des Plaines River trails 

Read the spotlight from our summer issue now at therealparkridge.com
It’s a busy Saturday in Park Ridge. Get on out t It’s a busy Saturday in Park Ridge. Get on out to the @parkridgeparks Summer Craft & Vendors Sale at Centennial Park, which runs until 3pm today. 

And if you’ve been thinking about a new fitness program, Centennial Fitness Center’s open house is all day Saturday. Come check out this wonderful facility and get a tour
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