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IMPORTANT CAMP DATES
(Ref:# 0531-1) Summer camp is just around the corner, and Parent Orientation sessions will be held on June 6, to allow parents to meet some of the camp staff, hear their plans and ask questions. June 6 also is the deadline for friendship requests for camp programs. The registration deadline for General Camps, Session 1 is June 8. The Northbrook Park District offers a wide assortment of new and returning camps this summer, beginning with June Mini Camps and lasting through Awesome August, a one-week camp extension that ends August 17. For more information, check the 2007 Camps, Workshops and Clinics Guide, visit www.nbparks.org or call (847) 291-2980. ###
SINGING COMPETITION SEMIFINALISTS
(Ref:# 0522-1) Eight semifinalists have been chosen in the contest to find the best singer in Northbrook – four females and four males, ranging in age from 14 to 43. The contestants auditioned before a panel of judges for a chance to sing on stage at a Park Fest concert. The eight singers who will advance to the next level are Dan Ermel, Paul Yost, Erika Turner, Shannon Nebolsky, Melanie Vitaterna, Cara McKay, Carl Moss and Michael Hall. “We are really excited about the variety of vocal talent that will be featured this year,” says Tony Korzyniewski, Recreation Program Manager for the Northbrook Park District.
On June 19, Dan, Paul, Erika and Shannon will be first to perform in the park, beginning at 6:30pm. Each contestant will sing before the Park Fest concert in the gazebo at the Village Green. The other four contestants - Melanie, Cara, Carl and Michael - will compete on June 26, also at 6:30pm at the Village Green. The winners from those two nights will advance to the finals before Park Fest on July 3. And, the new champion will be invited to ride in the July 4th parade, to sing the national anthem at the July 4th fireworks celebration and to sing at Northbrook Days.
For the second year in a row, the singing competition will provide an opportunity for residents to share their love of singing. The goal of the competition is to give singers experience performing in a low-key atmosphere before a live audience, to help them learn how to improve their voices and to add to the Park Fest experience. Before their Park Fest performances, the semifinalists will receive coaching and suggestions from the vocal coordinator of the singing competition.
The Northbrook Park District is hosting the singing competition in partnership with Barbara Byrne and Kati Spaniak of Prudential Preferred Properties, the sponsors of Park Fest. Village Green is located at the corner of Shermer and Meadow in downtown Northbrook. For more information or a complete schedule of Park Fest concerts, you can visit www.nbparks.org or www.iLoveNorthbrook.com. # # #
JOIN THE SENIOR CENTER
(Ref:# 0524-N11) Attention returning snowbirds: Active senior adults can make new friends and share experiences at the Northbrook Park District Senior Center, which offers dozens of programs, special events and trips designed to enhance the quality of life for adults 55 and older. The Center has more than 800 active members and will accept pro-rated memberships that begin July 1. Programs include tap and line dancing, cardio-rhythmics, art, exercise classes, a choral group, card games, digital photography, sewing and crafts, knitting and crocheting, holiday parties and trips to theatres, museums and casinos. The staff continues to expand programming, recently adding Latin dancing, a session on Sudoku and a class on laughter. Members receive discounts on classes and trips, priority registration for trips and a monthly newsletter. In addition, they can participate in investment clubs and drop-in programs at no charge. Upcoming events include a cruise, casino visits and trips to “Jersey Boys” and “Thoroughly Modern Millie.” The Senior Center also provides services such as counseling, driver safety programs and support groups. The pro-rated membership is just $15 for Northbrook Park District residents and $20 for non-residents. Adults are invited to visit the center at 3323 Walters Avenue between 9am-4 pm Monday through Friday or call (847) 291-2988 for additional information. ###
CELEBRATING A CLASSIC AT SPORTSMAN’S
(Ref:# 0531-2) Sportsman’s Country Club is celebrating its 75th Anniversary and Grand Re-Opening on Friday, June 22. The classic 18-hole golf course has been rebuilt to update the design and quality and to provide a more enjoyable game of strategy and skill. The renovation project consisted of regrassing and regrading all the greens, rebuilding and relocating bunkers and changing the fairway contours. Sportsman’s hired the award-winning architectural firm Jacobson Golf Course Design, Inc. to rebuild the course, return it to its classic style and ensure its compatibility with today’s game. The new course will be more fun for the average player and more challenging for the better players and have more consistent conditioning throughout. The 75th Anniversary Celebration and Grand Re-Opening will include lunch under a tent, a shotgun tournament and contests and prizes, including awards for those best dressed like golfers from the 1930s. Sportsman’s facilities also include a separate nine-hole course, a lighted driving range, a miniature golf course, four putting greens, a golf shop and a clubhouse dining room serving breakfast and lunch. For more information, call (847) 291-2351, extension 3. ###
TREASURES, TRINKETS AND TRASH
(Ref:# 0531-3) June 1 is the deadline to rent a table at the Treasures, Trinkets and Trash Sale at the Leisure Center. On June 8 and 9, the Northbrook Park District Senior Center will offer its yearly sale. The hours on Friday are 9am-5pm, and Sunday hours are 9am-2pm. Rent a table, sell your unwanted goods and keep the profits, or just come to buy other treasures. An eight-foot table costs $22, and two tables can be rented for $40. There will be a separate area for new, handcrafted merchandise, and lunch will be available both days. The Senior Center is looking for volunteers to help with the sale. For more information, call the Senior Center at (847) 291-2988. ###
ROCK AND ROLL: PARK FEST BEGINS
(Ref:# 0531-4) Get ready to sit back, relax and enjoy the sound of music in the park, as the popular outdoor concert series, Park Fest, opens for the season on June 5 in Northbrook. The first concert features The Class of ’68, a rock and roll band that captures the energy and enthusiasm of the 1960s. The band will take the audience back to a simpler time with familiar Top 40 hits.
Returning to the concert series this summer is the iLoveNorthbrook Singing Competition, a contest to find the best undiscovered singer in Northbrook. The semi-finals will begin on June 19. All Park Fest concerts begin at 7:30pm at the Village Green, located at Shermer and Meadow in downtown Northbrook. Food service will be available from area restaurants beginning at 6:30pm on concert nights. For more information, you can go online to www.nbparks.org or iLoveNorthbrook.com. The sponsors of the 2007 Park Fest and the Singing Competition are Barbara Byrne and Kati Spaniak, of Prudential Preferred Properties in Northbrook. ###
IMPORTANT JUNE DATES
(Ref:# 0531-5) Concerts in the park, a golf anniversary party, bike racing and a weekend of fishing top the list of special events from the Northbrook Park District in June. Here’s a list of activities for the community:
1 - Barbara Rinella, book dramatist, 10am at Chevy Chase Country Club.
2 - Annual Dance Recital, 4pm at Northbrook Theatre.
5 - Park Fest opens for season with food service at 6:30pm and concert: The Class of ’68, 7:30pm at Village Green.
6 – General Camps Parent Orientation
8 – General Camps registration DEADLINE
8,9 - Treasures, Trinkets and Trash Sale, 9am-5pm Friday, 9am-2pm Saturday, Leisure Center.
8 - Friday night bike races begin at Ed Rudolph Velodrome, ages 5 and up, 7pm.
8-11 – Fishing - no license needed, Lake Shermerville and Techny Prairie Park and Fields pond, sunrise to sunset.
9 – Registration DEADLINE for Kids Only Flea Market.
9 – Summer Pool Hours begin at Meadowhill Aquatic Center and Sports Center.
12 - Park Fest, food service 6:30pm, Rotary Riverchance Rubber Duck Race 7:15pm and concert: Shirley King at 7:30pm at Village Green.
13 - Nature at Night, 4-5pm, Trail Through Time, discover how to predict the weather and which way the wind blows on the prairie.
16,17 – Golf Digest Experience Tour at Sportsman’s, 9am-4pm,free.
18 – General Camps, Ice Skating and Theatre Camps begin.
18, 19 - AARP Driver Safety Program, 9am-1pm at Senior Center.
19 - Park Fest, food service 6:30 pm, iLoveNorthbrook Singing Competition 6:30pm and concert: Country Sky Band at 7:30pm at Village Green.
20 - Nature at Night, 4-5pm, Trail Through Time, outdoor adventure and games recreate life on the prairie in the 1840s.
22 - 75th Anniversary Celebration at Sportsman’s Country Club.
23 - Kids Fest, 10:30-11:30am at Village Green.
23 - Kids Only Flea Market, 11:30am-2pm at Village Green.
26 - Park Fest, food service 6:30pm, Singing Competition 6:30pm & Concert: White Saddle Band at 7:30pm at Village Green.
27 - Board of Park Commissioners meeting, 7pm at Leisure Center.
For more information about programs and events, check the Spring/Summer Recreation Guide or www.nbparks.org. ###
WEDNESDAY NIGHT TRAINING
(Ref:# 0531-6) If you want to gear up for bicycle racing, check out Wednesday night training programs at the Ed Rudolph Velodrome in Northbrook. Sessions will begin June 6 and run through August 15. Riders age 13 years and under will receive training from 7-8pm, and riders 14 and older will train from 8-9:30pm. The program is ideal for riders who want to improve their skills and conditioning as well as those who want to race on Friday nights. Fixed-gear track bikes can be rented for $5 per night. The Northbrook/Garner Cycle Club will provide the coaching and instruction through the Northbrook Park District. For more information, call (847) 291-2974, extension 646, or visit www.northbrookvelodrome.com. ###
HELP FOR SENIORS
(Ref:# 0531-7) Do you know of any seniors who need short-term counseling, referrals for services, help with benefits or just general information? The Northbrook Park District Senior Center provides a counselor, Trish Enochs, on Wednesday afternoons from 1-4pm. Support groups also are available for many of the issues facing seniors. To schedule an appointment, call Trish’s office at (847) 784-6037 or the Senior Center at (847) 291-2988. ###
PLANT A TREE IN A PARK
(Ref:# 0531-8) Plant a tree - and you can beautify a park and provide a lasting tribute. The Northbrook Park District invites residents to purchase trees, through the Tree Donor Program, in honor or memory of a friend, family member, coach or teacher. The donor chooses the tree and the location. The Park District will plant the tree and provide maintenance at no additional cost. A plaque can be purchased and placed alongside the tree to identify the donor and the person being honored. The minimum size for a tree is 2 ½ inches in diameter. If you wish to purchase an evergreen, the minimum is 10 feet in height. Prices begin at about $200, and all donations are tax-deductible. For more information about the Tree Donor Program, please call the Northbrook Park District Parks Division at (847) 291-2960, extension 130. A Tree Donor Program also is available at Sportsman’s Country Club. To learn more about that, call (847) 291-2351. ###
BRIDGE CLASSES STARTING
(Ref:# 0531-10) Improve your bridge game with an 8-week series of classes beginning on June 7 at the Northbrook Park District Senior Center. Designed for players at all levels, the classes will concentrate on opening suits and no-trump bids at the one-two-three level, responses and rebids. Transfer bids and Stayman also will be covered. Each two-hour lesson will consist of lecture, discussion and playing hands. John Krelle, a licensed teacher and Bronze Life Master, will teach the course at the Senior Center from 6:30-8:30pm on Thursdays. The cost for eight classes is $70 for members and $80 for non-members. Call (847) 291-2988 to register or get more information. ###
The Northbrook Park District Senior Center, 3323 Walters Ave., offers a wide variety of programs for senior adults, age 55 and over. All residents are invited to participate or visit the center at any time between 9am-4pm, Monday through Friday. For more information, please call (847) 291-2988. An asterisk (*) indicates a FEE-based program.
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