If you’ve never thought of a career in parks and recreation, this summer offers the perfect opportunity to check out this rewarding and exciting field thanks to a variety of open positions at the Northbrook Park District. You can work with kids as a camp counselor, spend time outdoors with landscaping and grounds crews, help families stay safe at the pool, greet the public in customer service, and much more.
This spring, children can experience the joy of playing sports and making new friends in a welcoming environment through lacrosse and soccer leagues at the Northbrook Park District. The park district provides training for all volunteer coaches, along with resources to plan practices and stay up-to-date with game rules.
Northbrook Community Theatre’s next production will be the beloved classic “Fiddler on the Roof,” and community members ages 9 through adults are encouraged to audition March 20 for a variety of roles in the large cast. Northbrook Community Theatre is an initiative of the Northbrook Park District, which is committed to creating a joyful and inclusive performance space for individuals of all skill levels and backgrounds.
“There is nothing more satisfying or rewarding than when you hit a perfect shot, play a perfect hole or shoot a personal best score for 9 or 18 holes,” said Michael Wenzel, director of golf instruction for the Northbrook Park District. Playing the game of golf is not just fun — it satisfies one’s heart and soul.
Come to an open house February 29 to find out about the myriad summer camp options offered by the Northbrook Park District. Families can meet summer camp supervisors and managers to talk about camps focused on arts, sports, STEM, figure skating, dance, theater and more. There will be guided arts and crafts activities for children, so the adults have a chance to obtain information and ask questions. Refreshments will be provided.
Start warming up for spring and summer — and take advantage of early savings — by purchasing pool passes, registering for summer camps and sports leagues, getting theater tickets and planning to attend special family events, all courtesy of the Northbrook Park District.
The Northbrook Park District is thrilled to have been awarded $2.8 million in state grant funding for a renovation project that will help transform the multigenerational recreation space inside the Leisure Center. The 40,000-square-foot facility serves as the headquarters for recreation programs for children and adults in Northbrook, hosting Sunshine Preschool, the Senior Center and the Northbrook Theatre.
Whether they are into arts, sports, STEM, figure skating, dance or theater, children and teens can have a fabulous, enriching summer by participating in the wide array of camps and workshops offered by the Northbrook Park District. Summer camp programming runs June through August at park district facilities and local schools with activities in parks, playgrounds and swimming pools, as well as field trip opportunities.
“Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience,” based on the picture book by the popular cartoonist and children’s author Mo Willems, runs January 27 to February 11. The show tells the story of the endearing mole rat Wilbur, who discovers he’d much rather wear stylish clothing than run around naked like all his buddies. The audience’s suggested age is 3 and up.
Northbrook Park District continues to monitor weather and utility conditions closely to determine facility and program availability. Affiliate programming and rentals are running on a case-by-case basis. Check with your organization contact for additional information. See below for the most current information on facilities, registered programs and drop-in options.