| Address |
3323 Walters Avenue
Northbrook IL 60062 |
|---|---|
| Phone | 847-291-2995 |
| Hours |
Monday-Friday 8am-4pm |
| Location Type | Facility |
| Amenities | Art Room, Community Room, Gym, Party Rooms, Vending Machines |
Formerly the Indian Ridge School, the Leisure Center serves as headquarters for recreation programs for children and adults in Northbrook. The Center hosts general recreation classes, Sunshine Preschool, special events, birthday parties and rentals. The building also contains the Senior Center, Northbrook Theatre and the Performing Arts Department, and The Ridge fitness space.
History
Due to declining enrollment, Northbrook School District #27 closed the Indian Ridge School in 1982. The Park District initiated a referendum for the community to approve the purchase of the 40,000-square-foot building and surrounding land, totaling 7.5 acres. Park District voters approved a referendum in 1984 for a purchase price of $1.2 million for the school and land. Renamed the Northbrook Leisure Center, the building became a center of recreational programming, adding a theatre in 1986. The Senior Center moved from Village Green to the Leisure Center in 1993.
April 2023
Brunch with the Bunny
Join us for a delicious brunch, crafts, activities and a visit from the Spring Bunny! Children under 24 months are free. Pre-registration is required. Registration Closed
Find out more »Across the Sand: A Passover Theatrical Experience
Across the Sand transports audience members to Ancient Egypt for an interactive retelling of the Passover story complete with live music. Audiences will bring to life the basket floating down the Nile, become sheep in a grassy field, discover the burning bush, and experience the crossing of the Red Sea.
Educational Connection: Multiculturalism, Interaction, Understanding
Duration: 45 minutes
Purchase Tickets Online
Across the Sand: A Passover Theatrical Experience
Across the Sand transports audience members to Ancient Egypt for an interactive retelling of the Passover story complete with live music. Audiences will bring to life the basket floating down the Nile, become sheep in a grassy field, discover the burning bush, and experience the crossing of the Red Sea.
Educational Connection: Multiculturalism, Interaction, Understanding
Duration: 45 minutes
Purchase Tickets Online
Across the Sand: A Passover Theatrical Experience
Across the Sand transports audience members to Ancient Egypt for an interactive retelling of the Passover story complete with live music. Audiences will bring to life the basket floating down the Nile, become sheep in a grassy field, discover the burning bush, and experience the crossing of the Red Sea.
Educational Connection: Multiculturalism, Interaction, Understanding
Duration: 45 minutes
Purchase Tickets Online
Across the Sand: A Passover Theatrical Experience
Across the Sand transports audience members to Ancient Egypt for an interactive retelling of the Passover story complete with live music. Audiences will bring to life the basket floating down the Nile, become sheep in a grassy field, discover the burning bush, and experience the crossing of the Red Sea.
Educational Connection: Multiculturalism, Interaction, Understanding
Duration: 45 minutes
Purchase Tickets Online
FREE Women’s Vision and Eye Health
Ages 55+ Calling all ladies! Did you know that April is Women's Vision and Eye Health Month? This presentation from the Illinois Society for the Prevention of Blindness will focus on aspects of more specific to women, and what they can do to protect their eyes. A fun time with games and prizes are included in this interactive, engaging program.
Find out more »Dine & Gab
Ages 55+ Join us on the second Friday of each month for lunch at a local restaurant. Individuals are responsible for the cost of their own meals and their own transportation. Upcoming dates and locations are as follows: March 10 April 14 May 12 For more information, to confirm locations or to be added to the contact list, call 847-291-2995.
Find out more »2023 Northbrook School of Dance Spring Recital
Join us for the 2023 Northbrook School of Dance Spring Recital! All dancers will perform in both the 10:00 am and the 12:00 pm show. Due to the number of students, families are allowed to attend one show, with a maximum of 5 tickets per dancer. Children 3 years of age and under are admitted for free, however, they will not have their own seat. If a seat is needed a ticket must be purchased. Performance Schedule Saturday, April 15…
Find out more »2023 Northbrook School of Dance Spring Recital
Join us for the 2023 Northbrook School of Dance Spring Recital! All dancers will perform in both the 10:00 am and the 12:00 pm show. Due to the number of students, families are allowed to attend one show, with a maximum of 5 tickets per dancer. Children 3 years of age and under are admitted for free, however, they will not have their own seat. If a seat is needed a ticket must be purchased. Performance Schedule Saturday, April 15…
Find out more »Barry Bradford Presents: Bob Newhart
Ages 55+ Widely regarded as the nicest man in show business, Bob Newhart has made Americans laugh since 1960! The inspiring and hilarious story of the mild-mannered bookkeeper turned comedian will have you smiling from beginning to end! Join us at the Northbrook Senior Center for Barry's fun and engaging presentation. register now
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