Tulipia Floral Design Grows After 'Leap of Faith' into Flower Biz

Business owners in Forest Park, Oak Park and River Forest tell Patch how their businesses came about and what makes them unique in town.

Tulipia Floral Design Nears 10 Years After 'Leap of Faith' into Flower Biz

Business owners in Forest Park, Oak Park and River Forest tell Patch how their businesses came about and what makes them unique in town.

Creative Changes Blends Art and Wellness in Unique Studio

Business owners in Forest Park, Oak Park and River Forest tell Patch how their businesses came about and what makes them unique in town.

Sheriff Evicts Fiorenza Ristorante in Forest Park

An eviction notice was posted Wednesday at Fiorenza Ristorante, 7404 Madison St. in Forest Park.

Dominican University, Old Navy, Panera: Job Central

Patch features job listings in the Forest Park, Oak Park and River Forest area, including positions at Dominican University, Panera Bread, Loyola University Health System and more.

OPRF Grad Returns Home to Open Element Cyclesport

Right at Home Opens to Give Aid, Companionship to Area Seniors

Do You Want Your Business Featured on Patch?

We want to give local businesses a chance to get a shout out on Patch. Fill out the form on this article and send us a photo to be featured.

Commissioner: Outdoor Cafes in 'Complete Violation' of Smoking Laws

Commissioner: Outdoor Cafes in 'Complete Violation' of Smoking Laws

Commissioner says he sees outdoor cafes in violation of smoking regulations and wants village ordinance include language of the laws for restaurants.

Schauer Hardware Seeks Cashier, Floor Help Applicants

Schauer Hardware in Forest Park has two job openings.

7-Eleven, Snapple Offer Customers Free Iced Tea June 10-15

Customers who love iced tea have the opportunity to get a free Snapple June 10-15 at 7-Eleven. Learn how to get this free promotion.

Forest Agency Insurance Continues 55+ Years of Service

Business owners in Forest Park, Oak Park and River Forest tell Patch how their businesses came about and what makes them unique in town.

Do You Want Your Business Featured on Patch?

We want to give local businesses a chance to get a shout out on Patch. Fill out the form on this article and send us a photo to be featured.

Marion St. Cheese Chef Spends 82 Days Touring European Markets, Kitchens

Executive Chef Leonard Hollander, of Marion Street Cheese Market in Oak Park, returned from his trip inspired and ready to get back to work.

Sonic Palace Recording Studio Celebrates 10 Years in Oak Park

Owner Matt Mercado's band got a major record deal in the '90s, and he uses that experience to groom musicians. He's also expanding with live shows and looking at a record label.

Forest Park Cancels Farmers Market

Village cancels farmers market due to lack of vendors.

Harlem Art Galleries to Close After 37 Years in Business

Framing store and gallery to close its doors at 7239 Roosevelt Rd.

Breast Milk Donations Available at Oak Park Medical Practice

Dr. Paul Schattauer, who runs the Green Medical Practice in Oak Park, is the first practice to accept human milk donations. He said the benefits are much greater than formula and that it could help babies in need, especially those born prematurely.

Minimal Change Seen in West Suburban Unemployment

The statewide unemployment dropped from March to April in 2013, but the rate is still higher than this time last year. Many west suburbs saw a slight change in the rate.

Where's the Best Place to Watch the Blackhawks Game in Forest Park?

Doc Ryan's? O'Sullivans? You tell us (because we need to know!): Where's the best place to watch the Blackhawks game in Forest Park?

Pizza Parlor to Open on Madison Street

Riverside business owner moves pizza parlor to Forest Park for the space, foot traffic.

Yoga Instructors 'Living Proof' of its Benefits

Tom and Susan Wilkens, of Forest Park, credit yoga to helping them recover from open heart surgery, fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue. Now they run a local studio out of their home on Madison Street.

Chalk Bar Reinvents Itself With Craft Beer, Live Music

The former Murphy's Pub in Forest Park changed to "Chalk" this spring.

Starbucks Happy Hour: Half Off Frappuccinos in Forest Park

Frappuccino Happy Hour runs through May 12.

Menu Masterpiece: Shanahan's Gumbo, New Steak Options

Every week, I'll feature a standout menu item from a restaurant in Forest Park or Oak Park. Today, I try some good creole cookin' from Shanahan's in Forest Park.

Free Starbucks Coffee April 19

The coffee retailer is offering a free tall cup of House Blend.

Business Spotlight: Schauer Hardware a Third-Generation Business

Forest Park, Oak Park and River Forest business owners tell Patch how their businesses came about and what makes them unique in town.

Record Store Day Means Deals, Live Music in Oak Park, Forest Park

Val's Halla Records and Old School Records will have live music and more next Saturday, April 20.

Voters Say No to Video Gambling in Forest Park, Despite Business Outreach

By a two-to-one margin, Forest Park voters advised against ditching the village's ban on video gambling in local establishments. Bar and restaurant owners spread across Forest Park to urge the opposite outcome Tuesday.

Keep Forest Park Competitive: Video Gaming Will Allow Businesses to Prosper

Voters will decide in April whether Forest Park should continue prohibiting video gambling machines. One business owner shares his perspective in this letter emailed to Chamber of Commerce members.

Video Gambling? Mayor, Chamber Seek Input

Forest Park voters will decide whether to continue prohibiting video gaming in the April election. Mayor Calderone took a straw poll in which nearly four-fifths of residents said they opposed it.

Job Hunters: McAdam Landscaping, Tennis Instructors and More

Looking for a job around Forest Park, Oak Park and River Forest? Find out list here and add any more openings you know about.

Easter Sunday Brunch Options in Oak Park, Forest Park

Don't want to cook? Don't worry. Here's some places in the Forest Park, Oak Park and River Forest area you can try.

Flavour Cooking School Posts April Calendar

Learn at a culinary boot camp and enjoy "Food & Fiction" featuring New York Times best-selling author Elizabeth Berg.

2013 Summer Fest Canceled in Forest Park

Read the full statement from the Forest Park Chamber of Commerce about why Summer Fest needs a facelift.

Craft Beer in the Suburbs: Where Do You Go?

I attended the inaugural Windy City Brewhaha festival in the city over the weekend, but where do you go for a good craft beer selection around Forest Park and Oak Park?

St. Patrick's Day Parade in Forest Park This Saturday

Find out where to watch the parade, where to eat and drink afterward and how to get around safely.

Scratch Kitchen is a Neighborhood Favorite in the Making

Scratch Kitchen and Lounge in Forest Park is open for business with the restaurant's grand opening to come later this month. Patch took a seat the bar recently for a burger and some mac and cheese. Here's what we thought.

Scratch Kitchen and Lounge Sneak Peek

Scratch Kitchen and Lounge in Forest Park is now open and serving. Get a first look here.