| 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.
National Senior Health & Fitness Day
Techny Prairie Activity Center 180 Anets Drive, Northbrook, ILJoin us in celebrating National Senior Health & Fitness Day with a variety of free health & fitness programming tailored for seniors. The day will include experts who will address health-related topics, body composition analysis with InBody Scans, fun games, giveaways, healthy snacks and more. The day also includes free Open Gym Pickleball, Special Group …
Senior Chess
Senior Center 3323 Walters Ave, Northbrook, ILDrop-In Program
Membership Required
Ages 55+ | Join friends for an afternoon of chess at the Northbrook Senior Center!
Bocce Clinic
Northbrook Leisure Center 3323 Walters Avenue, NorthbrookAges 55+ Learn how to play this fun, low-impact, outdoor strategic game where you can relieve stress, improve coordination, sharpen your mind, get some light cardio and improve your flexibility. If you’re not sure if bocce is for you come hear about the history of the game and how to play, learn about scoring, see …
Senior Center Trip: Lincoln Park Zoo
Northbrook Leisure Center 3323 Walters Avenue, NorthbrookAges 55+ Connect with nature and visit the home of over 200+ species. The Lincoln Park Zoo provides a warm and inviting atmosphere to learn everything you can about all of nature's wildlife. You won't want to miss the Regenstein African Journey Exhibit, walk along the Nature Boardwalk, the Lincoln Park Conservatory and more. Trip …
Meet the Author: Myron Glassenberg, M.D.
Northbrook Leisure Center 3323 Walters Avenue, Northbrook18 Years & Older Northbrook resident, Myron Glassenberg, M.D. recently published his second book of short stories and is presenting his second "Meet The Author" session at the Northbrook Senior Center on Thursday, June 8, 1:00pm-2:30pm. His book, Embracing Our Imperfections: Short Stories consists of fictional stories of magical realism with humorous, scientific, and spiritual …
The Art of Shibori Workshop
Northbrook Leisure Center 3323 Walters Avenue, NorthbrookLearn the art of Shibori dyeing! In this workshop you will learn about 5 different Shibori techniques and be able to make two items. There are infinite numbers of patterns you can create, and this class you will get an in-depth look at a few of them. This workshop will begin with a demonstration of …
Lunch & Learn: Making the Move to Senior Living
Northbrook Leisure Center 3323 Walters Avenue, NorthbrookAges 55+ Research shows that people who move into senior living communities live longer, healthier, happier lives. But considering such a move can be terrifying. Like any major decision, it is an emotional journey that requires letting go. In this panel discussion a group of Brookdale residents will share how they overcame the hurdles associated …
Heritage Oaks Golf Club Tips & Simulators
Heritage Oaks Golf Club 3535 Dundee Rd, Northbrook, ILAges 55+ Calling all senior golfers! See what the Heritage Oaks Golf Club has to offer, see a demo of our state-of-the-art Full Swing Pro Indoor Golf Simulators and try the simulator yourself. Afterwards, try Acorn Grill + Terrace for lunch where you can dine indoors or on the terrace while enjoying American Cuisine. The …
Paint, Lunch & Learn
Heritage Oaks Golf Club 3535 Dundee Rd, Northbrook, ILAges 55+ Spend a relaxing summer day in the Brook Room at Heritage Oaks Golf Club enjoying lunch and an afternoon of painting in this professionally-led class where you will create your own unique piece of art. Lunch is a salad trio buffet of Grilled Chicken Caesar with shaved Parmesan; Spinach with bacon, mushrooms, almonds …
Renewal Energy News You Can Use
Northbrook Leisure Center 3323 Walters Avenue, Northbrook18 Years & Older Join Citizens Utility Board (CUB) for a presentation on solar and the benefits of clean energy. Listen to a CUB expert explain different solar programs and incentives you can get involved in, why clean energy is more affordable and reliable, and how policies like CEJA (Climate and Equitable Jobs Act) and …
