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.…
› Learn More aboutLast Chance to Register for the Kids’ Duathlon – Deadline July 25
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.…
It’s time to register for the Northbrook Park District’s Cup-in-Hand Kickball Tournament, where grownups can have a fun and active time while enjoying some adult beverages. The tournament on July 20 indeed is a great opportunity to play and have fun, as well as sit back and relax in between games with friends and family.…
› Learn More aboutRegister for Cup-in-Hand Kickball Tournament Offering Beer and Food in Northbrook
In honor of Unplug Illinois Day, ditch your electronic devices and enjoy free admission to both Northbrook Park District pools from 3-7pm on Saturday, July 13. Research shows that unplugging from digital devices has numerous benefits for mental and physical well-being, including reducing stress, improving mood and enhancing creativity. Read the full article to learn more about Unplug Illinois Day.…
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The park district is currently hiring for the next Adventure Campus session, which offers supervised activities for children in kindergarten through 5th grade from late August to early June. Starting pay is $15 to $20 per hour and benefits include parks and recreation perks, such as a free pool pass, free gym membership, golf play and more. New hires are eligible for $700 in bonus pay if they can begin work at 2:30 p.m., work five days a week and apply before July 9.…
› Learn More aboutNew Counselors for Adventure Campus Eligible for $700 Bonus
Running the Northbrook Park District’s scenic Liberty Loop & Lap on the Fourth of July has become an annual tradition for the Schmidt family, children and adults included. The event on July 4 features a certified Liberty Loop 5K Run/Walk and a 1-mile Liberty Lap Fun Run, both starting and ending at Techny Prairie Park and Fields in Northbrook.…
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The Northbrook Park District is partnering with the nonprofit Wright-Way Rescue to host "Pup-Lick Skate," a special public skate and puppy adoption event on Saturday, June 29. Representatives of Wright-Way Rescue will be on site with puppies available for adoption from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. outside the pool entrance at Northbrook Sports Center.…
› Learn More aboutIce Skate and Check Out Puppies for Adoption at Northbrook Sports Center
Whether you’ve never taken a swing, want to host a unique event or practice with teammates, the Northbrook Park District’s batting cages are the best place to hit a baseball this summer. The facility at Techny Prairie Park and Fields features six batting cages with machines that pitch baseballs. Four of the machines can also pitch 12-inch softballs.…
› Learn More aboutBatting Cages at Techny Prairie Park and Fields Welcome Everyone with Summer Hours
The Northbrook Park District’s free concert series “Tuesdays in the Park,” which every summer draws thousands of spectators, will be back starting next week with a spectacular lineup of musical entertainment sure to please the whole family. Each Tuesday concert will begin with entertainment for the little ones followed by a performance for all ages. All performances take place at Village Green Park, at Shermer and Meadow roads in downtown Northbrook.…
› Learn More aboutFree Tuesdays in the Park Concerts Begin Next Week in Northbrook
The Grapes on the Green adults-only event will be back next month in downtown Northbrook. The event will be held on June 15 at Village Green Park in partnership between the Northbrook Park District and the Village of Northbrook. Attendees can enjoy wine tastings, live music, a caricature artist, wine trivia, a painting activity and free prize drawings.…
› Learn More aboutGrapes on the Green Returns to Village Green Park on June 15