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For the past three years, Andrew Landau and his 8-year-old daughter Nora have looked forward to putting on their fancy clothes and boogieing the night away at the annual dance. This year, the father-and-daughter duo again will be among families making joyful, fun-filled memories at the Light Up the Night Family Dance. Previously known as the Daddy-Daughter Dance, the heartwarming event has been a community favorite for years. The name change reflects the park district’s desire to be inclusive and ensure all families feel welcome.…

› Learn More aboutDance and Make Memories at Light Up the Night Family Dance in Northbrook

Northbrook Park District continues to monitor weather and utility conditions closely to determine facility and program availability. Most registered programs have been canceled through 4pm on Friday, January 12. Programs and facilities will be assessed at 2pm for afternoon and evening programming.  …

› Learn More aboutWeather Updates for Friday, January 12

Families interested in enrolling their children in the Northbrook Park District’s Sunshine Preschool are invited to attend an open house January 18. At the open house, prospective families will have a chance to meet the teachers, experience the preschool classrooms and ask questions about registering for the 2024-2025 school year.…

› Learn More aboutFamilies Invited to Northbrook’s Sunshine Preschool Open House

When the Glenbrook North High School girls’ golf team took home the Class 2A state championship trophy in October, it was cause for celebration at the Northbrook Park District. Most of the girls on the team got their start at the park district, where they developed and honed their skills through golf lessons, programs and activities.…

› Learn More aboutGlenbrook North Girls’ Golf Success Has Strong Ties to Northbrook Park District

Nearly 60 seniors attended this year’s luncheon held December 8 in the Sunset Ridge Country Club's ballroom, which was festively decorated with sparkling green wreaths, vibrant red poinsettias and a massive Christmas tree adorned with golden ornaments. Crooner Peter Oprisko charmed everyone with his impassioned rendition of holiday tunes, and emcee Nancy Eschker elicited laughs with her quick wit as she called out raffle winners.…

› Learn More aboutNorthbrook Seniors Gather for Festive Holiday Party with Live Music & Prizes

The Northbrook Park District and Congregation Beth Shalom are excited to announce their collaboration in offering a Chanukah-themed event to celebrate together this holiday season. “Sing, Spin and Shine” takes place from 2pm-3:30pm on Sunday, December 10 at the Northbrook Leisure Center and will be led jointly by staff from the park district and the congregation in the communal spirit of the holidays.…

› Learn More aboutTeaming Up with Congregation Beth Shalom to Offer Chanukah-themed Event

December is all about getting ready for the holidays, but don’t forget to plan for the New Year by registering for the host of programs and activities offered by the Northbrook Park District in winter and spring. Registration opens at 9am on November 29 for residents, and at 9am on December 6 for non-residents.…

› Learn More aboutA Wide Variety of Programs and Activities to Start 2024

Breting’s enthusiasm and dedication earned him the park district’s 2023 Coach of the Year award. The park district couldn’t offer its high-quality programming without volunteer coaches like Breting, Recreation Supervisor Cameron Edelman said. A real estate developer, Breting has coached primarily soccer, along with some baseball, for just over three years through the park district.…

› Learn More aboutBrandon Breting is Northbrook Park District’s 2023 Coach of the Year

“Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!” runs November 18 through December 2 at the Northbrook Theatre in the Northbrook Leisure Center, 3323 Walters Avenue, Northbrook. The play is especially well-suited for children ages 5 and up.…

› Learn More about‘Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! The Musical!’ Opens This Weekend in Northbrook

In the five years since the Northbrook Park District began offering pickleball, the program has grown tremendously in the wake of the sport’s boom in popularity, both locally and across the country. To meet this steadily growing demand, the park district is expanding its indoor and outdoor pickleball offerings.…

› Learn More aboutExpansion of Indoor & Outdoor Pickleball Programs