Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony

District to Celebrate Six Hall of Fame Inductees

August 21, 2023

A Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will be held Monday, August 28, 2023, from 6:00pm to 7:00pm at Heritage Oaks Golf Club in Northbrook to celebrate six new Northbrook Park District Hall of Fame inductees. The event will include a ceremony featuring individual recognition of each new Hall of Fame member, an autograph session, light refreshments and a cash bar.

Techny Prairie Park & Fields

Northbrook is First Park District in Illinois to Earn Cooperative Sanctuary Program Certification from Audubon International

August 11, 2023

The Northbrook Park District is the first park district in Illinois whose parks have earned the certification of the Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Program, a distinction conferred to organizations that demonstrate environmental achievements and leadership. Techny Prairie Park and Fields and Wood Oaks Green Park met the rigorous standards required for the certification by Audubon International.

Contractors work on Irrigation Pump Replacement at Heritage Oaks Golf Club in May 2023

Northbrook Park District Invests $1.2 Million in ‘Heart’ of Golf Courses

August 8, 2023

The Northbrook Park District’s two golf courses are getting a major underground infrastructure renovation thanks to a nearly $1.2 million capital project. The project, which affects the water wells and irrigation systems at Heritage Oaks Golf Club and Anetsberger Golf Course, was approved by the park district’s board of commissioners in the fall. “Although it’s an element that is below the ground, it really does function as the heart of the golf course,” according to Director of Parks and Properties, Chris Leiner.

Crowd attending Party on the Green, August 2022

Get Ready to Party on the Green on August 12

August 5, 2023

Everybody loves Party on the Green, a free festive day full of live music, games and giveaways returning this year on August 12. The party, courtesy of the Northbrook Park District, will begin at 4pm at Village Green Park, located at Shermer and Meadow roads in downtown Northbrook.

Burr Oak Removed from Village Green

Burr Oak Removed from Village Green

August 1, 2023

Sadly, a burr oak tree had to be removed Tuesday from Village Green Park. Arborists from SavATree Nels Johnson Tree Experts were called to remove the damaged branches, and they determined that the top of the main leader, or tree stem, had a substantial amount of rot and was not structurally sound.

Meadowhill Aquatic Center

Open House for Meadowhill Aquatic Center Upgrades on August 1

July 27, 2023

The Northbrook Park District is hosting an open house to obtain community input regarding project plans for upgrades at Meadowhill Aquatic Center (MAC). The open house will take place from 6-7:15pm on August 1 at Meadowhill Aquatic Center, 1501 Maple Avenue. The broad plan for the upgrades includes both visible and behind-the-scenes improvements to the bathhouse and mechanicals.

Join the Adventure!

$1K Bonus for New Counselors at Adventure Campus Through August 11

July 26, 2023

Do you like spending time with kids? Do you enjoy helping them learn new activities? Are you caring and reliable? If so, hurry up and apply for a position as counselor for the Northbrook Park District’s after-school program, Adventure Campus. You can be eligible for a $1,000 bonus if you apply by Aug. 11.

Meadowhill Aquatic Center (Courtesy of Google Earth)

Meadowhill Aquatic Center Bathhouse and Mechanical Upgrades Project

July 26, 2023

The Meadowhill Aquatic Center Bathhouse and Mechanical Upgrades Project has been identified as an eligible project for an Open Space Land Acquisition and Development (OSLAD) grant from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) in 2024. To gather the community’s input regarding project plans for upgrades, the District is hosting an open house on Tuesday, August 1 from 6-7:15pm at Meadowhill Aquatic Center.

New Stonegate Park Playground in Northbrook, Illinois

Celebrate the New Playground at Stonegate Park on July 1

June 26, 2023

The Northbrook Park District is excited to celebrate the new playground at Stonegate Park this summer! A Grand Re-Opening Party is planned for Saturday, July 1 from 11:00am to 12:30pm at the park. The event is free and open to the public. Activities will include DJ entertainment, complimentary ice cream while supplies last, a face painter, balloon artist, games, activities, refreshments, giveaways and a free prize drawing.

Runners crossing bridge at 2022 Liberty Loop

15th Annual Liberty Loop Welcomes Runners of All Ages

June 23, 2023

The Northbrook Park District is hosting the 15th annual Liberty Loop 5K and Liberty Lap one-mile fun run for kids on Saturday, July 1 at 7:30am at Techny Prairie Park & Fields. This tradition brings together the early risers of Northbrook for a fun, active way to celebrate with friends and family. Registration for both events is available online.