As a testament to its commitment to sustainability, the Northbrook Park District is hosting its first outdoor Summer Flea Market from 9am to 3pm on Saturday, August 24, in the parking lot of the Leisure Center. The vendor fee for the Summer Flea Market is $29 for residents and $39 for nonresidents. Attendance to browse is free and open to the public.…
Northbrook Park District Produces Its First Popular Annual Financial Report
The Northbrook Park District is pleased to present its first-ever Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR), which offers a snapshot of the district’s fiscal health in a succinct and easily digestible format. The 2023 PAFR offers a summary of the park district’s financial activities for 2023, with explanatory graphics about the district’s demographics, and the year’s accomplishments and challenges.…
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Northbrook Park District Receives Budget Award for 25th Consecutive Year
The Northbrook Park District has received the Government Finance Officers Association’s Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for the 25th consecutive year. The award, which the park district has earned annually since 2000, goes to state and local governments that adhere to the highest principles of governmental budgeting.…
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Party on the Green with Music, Games and Movie on Saturday in Northbrook
Summer is in full swing, and there is no better way to enjoy it than by attending Party on the Green, a free, all-ages outdoor event presented by the Northbrook Park District. The annual family event starts at 4pm on Saturday, August 17 at Village Green Park in downtown Northbrook. People will be able to enjoy live music, fun games, delicious food and beverages, and a showing of an animated movie at dusk.…
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Northbrook Community Invited to Free Party for New Playground at Wescott Park on Wednesday
Northbrook residents are invited to a pop-up party on Wednesday to celebrate the installation of new tot lot playground equipment at Wescott Park. The free event will take place from 6-7pm on Wednesday, August 14, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, giveaways, games such as parachute play, snacks and a free prize drawing.…
Northbrook Community Invited to Free Party for New Playground on Thursday
The Northbrook Park District is excited to invite the community to a Pop-Up Playground Party this Thursday to celebrate the ribbon-cutting for the renovation project at Greenfield Park. Children and families can enjoy face painting, music and giant bubbles, along with refreshments and free giveaways.…
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Register for Autumn Programs and Classes at the Northbrook Park District
This autumn, the Northbrook Park District will offer a terrific lineup of events and programs sure to please children and adults of all ages. Resident registration opens at 9am on July 31; non-resident registration opens at 9am on August 7. To learn more and register for classes and programs, explore our Autumn Guide.…
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2024 Coach of the Year: Carl Peller
Playing basketball in high school taught Carl Peller fundamental life lessons. As a volunteer coach for the Northbrook Park District, he’s been devoted to helping young girls enjoy the same experience. Peller’s skill and dedication, along with his desire to see his players grow on and off the field, earned him the park district’s 2024 Coach of the Year award.…
Last Chance to Register for the Kids’ Duathlon – Deadline July 25
Children can test their running and biking skills at the Northbrook Park District’s 11th annual Kids’ Duathlon taking place Friday in Northbrook. The event is open to children ages 5 to 14 and takes place from 6-9pm on Friday at the Ed Rudolph Velodrome and includes post-race pizza, drinks and dessert, plus admission to nearby Meadowhill Aquatic Center. Registration deadline is Thursday, July 25.…
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Artists Invited to Capture Northbrook’s Beautiful Countryside in Paint the Prairie Competition
Artists are invited to enjoy this special experience at the first “Paint the Prairie” event to be held in September in partnership between the Northbrook Park District and the Village of Northbrook’s Arts Commission. “Paint the Prairie” takes place September 7-8 at Techny Prairie Park and Fields in Northbrook.…