Winterfest Celebration to Kick Off Season

The annual celebration includes the tree lighting, a decorating contest and a visit from Santa.

Business Folks Network At Halloween

They listened to a presentation about Facebook, but half the fun was in the costumes.

Paint Store Colors Park Ridge Since 1957

Dave Galuska started at Park Ridge Paint and Glass in the 1960s, and his family still runs it. How's this for customer service: a man asked for a color he painted his daughter's room 12 years ago, and they had it on file.

Morningfield's Finds Competitive Edge in Bakery, Meats, Catering

For nearly three decades, the Park Ridge store has anchored the Devon Avenue business district. To set itself apart from chain grocers, owner focuses on its on-premises bakery, fresh meats and fish, coffee bar, catering and customer service.

From Prosecuting Gangs to Storefront Lawyer

Laura Morask, who prosecuted gang-bangers for the Cook County State's Attorney, has opened a neighborhood law office.

Exotics at Park Ridge Aquarium Reel 'Em In

The fish definitely have personalities -- and appetites -- at Living Seas Aquarium, a store that caters to serious fish hobbyists from three states. Hear the puffer "talk" at weekly feedings.

O'Hare Has Flight Emergency Advisory In Effect

Due to Hurricane Sandy and Frankenstorm on the east coast. check for flight cancellations affecting O'Hare International Airport.

Raya Featured at Park Ridge Chamber Women in Business Breakfast

The Park Ridge Chamber Women in Business networking group hosted a breakfast recently which featured Kymberlee Raya, Big Shot Marketing, as the featured speaker.

Bangkok Belly Opens in Park Ridge

Bangkok Belly recently opened and the Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce coordinated a ribbon cutting with Chamber members and Mayor Dave Schmidt.

Barnes & Noble Card Readers Hacked; Skokie OK

Hackers stole credit card data from 63 stores around the country by hacking into PIN pads. The Barnes & Noble stores in Evanston, Deer Park and Deerfield had breached data.

Maine South Play, Dracula Visit, Historical Society Meeting, More in Get Out: Oct. 19-21

Park Ridge Patch’s community event calendar lists tons of stuff to do.

Understaffing Puts Patients, Staff at Risk, Nursing Home Workers Say

Nursing home workers at Glen Bridge in Niles, Grove North in Skokie, Alden Gardens of Des Plaines and others in the Chicago area picketed outside the assisted living facilities on Wednesday.

Rivers Casino Tops $40 Million for Second Time in September

The Des Plaines casino generated the second-largest amount of adjusted gross receipts in a month since it opened.

KustumKribs Marks 5 Years With Infants' Apparel

A Northwest Highway business handles both retail sales and social aspects of young motherhood, having expanded into a second storefront to handle both aspects.

At 40 Years, Kiko's Business Still Blooming

The Zimmermans, owners of Park Ridge's oldest family-run business, complement each other as a couple and as business partners. Now another generation has sprouted in the flower and gift shop.

Chocolatier Enjoys Freedom To Create Sweets

Linda Hills was a research scientist for 20 years. For her career's dessert, she opened Rocky Mountain Chocolates in Park Ridge. She enjoys getting creative in whipping up new confections--and letting people watch the process.

Get Out: Greek Film Fest, Pink Day, Electronics Recycling, More

Park Ridge Patch’s community event calendar lists tons of stuff to do.

Park Ridge Paints the Town Pink Friday

Businesses team up with fun promotions to raise funds to fight breast cancer.

Dental Clinics of Chicago Opens In Park Ridge

New Park Ridge Chamber member, Major Dental Clinics of Chicago, recently hosted a Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting ceremony with Mayor Dave Schmidt and the Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce.

Trader Joe's Expands Recall To More Products

A concern about possible salmonella in peanut butter has expanded, and now the chain, with stores in Park Ridge and Glenview, is recalling more than 100 products. It's offering refunds.

Dick Pond Athletics Wins National Contest

Dick Pond Athletics, 29 S. Prospect Ave., has been named a winner in the 'Big Break for Small Business'" national contest.

Holy Smokes, Batman—It's National Comic Book Day 2012!

Whether you love Spiderman, X-men or Batman, be sure to geek out with your favorite comics on this holiday.

Park Ridge Cigar Store Has Scent of Sports, Too

Around the World Cigars and Gifts has hundreds of brands of cigars supplemented by sports cards and sundries, with occasional visits by sports celebrities like Bobby Hull and Dick Butkus.

Make Food Shopping Easier: Check Patch's New Grocery Specials

Print coupons, find grocery specials and email lists to yourself and friends using Patch's new "Grocery Specials" section. The section has hundreds of local retailers' specials listed in one place.

Get Out: Movie Night, Backyard Campout, More

Park Ridge Patch’s community event calendar lists tons of stuff to do.

Patch to Open Soon on Chicago's North Side

Five new neighborhood sites in the city of Chicago will open later this month as Patch expands its Chicago-area offerings.

Bunko Parties for Center of Concern

Recently Sold: 38 Properties in 60068

List and map of properties sold in Park Ridge in August.

Norwood Park Historical Society-WINE FEST

Park Ridge Pizza Fest Kicks Off Friday

The Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce event debuted in Uptown, with vendors of pizza and other snack foods.

Healthcare Forum Program

The Cystic Fibrosis Center at Advocate Lutheran General Children's Hospital presents, "Beatles Night Benefit"

Women in Business Networking Breakfast

Park Ridge Chamber Monthly Networking Luncheon

First Fridays 'The Amazing Race'

Dick Pond Athletics Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting

Carmine's Beef Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting

Lynette's School of Dance Ribbon Cutting

Yogli Mogli Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting

Garden on the Run Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting