Park Ridge Memories

Download or read book Park Ridge Memories written by Vic Larson and published by . This book was released on 2024 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This second collection of essays is culled from my experiences as a Park Ridge resident from 1954 to 1990. It was the place of my birth and childhood and I will always consider it to be my home. This is a living history of Park Ridge, a memoir with each story connected in some way to my many years as a resident and the influence on my life by that wonderful town. This collection begins at my birth, through triumphs and failures, nightmares and dreams come true, well into adulthood, in some cases beyond the Park Ridge city limits. Stroll back in time to the house on Vine Avenue where I was born, through the halls of Madison School, and on to Maine South. Along the way, there are carnivals, swimming lessons, elections, and even a wedding. Take a long ride to the hobby shop, Walter's restaurant, and Mario's barber shop. You'll read about sports, jobs, and 'The Big Dirt Hill.' A trip to the wild side recalls two shootings, a crazy neighbor, fires, one hitchhiker, and memorable drives down I-57"--Amazon.com