Cast a line, take a fishing lesson, play lawn games and learn about conservation — families can do all this and more at Fall Fishing Fest, a new fishing derby taking place this Sunday, October 12, at Lake Shermerville in Northbrook.…
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The Northbrook Park District’s Leisure Center will close on Friday, August 1 for an exciting renovation project ushering in a new era for the building, which will reopen in spring 2026 as the Northbrook Community Center. The $12.1 million project includes a $2.8 million grant from the Park and Recreational Facility Construction Act program administered by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources.…
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The Northbrook Park District’s Northbrook Theatre for Young Audiences has debuted a new outdoor summer production that combines arts, music and nature for 2- to 5-year-olds. “Toddler Hiking Club” is an interactive walking play for very young children and their caregivers taking place along the Trail through Time at Techny Prairie Park and Fields.…
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After last year’s success, the Northbrook Park District’s Bike the Green and Community Ride is returning July 24. Attending Bike the Green is a great way to enjoy watching the cycling competition while having fun with outdoor activities at the park. The event will wrap up with the Community Ride, which last year attracted about 100 children and adults.…
The Northbrook Park District is asking the community to provide input regarding potential improvements at Techny Prairie Park and Fields. The park district will offer three opportunities for community members to learn more about the park and share their thoughts about potential improvements.…
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The annual family friendly event is open to runners of all ages and levels, and takes place at the Northbrook Park District’s scenic Techny Prairie Park and Fields. The event on July 4 features a certified Liberty Loop 5K Run/Walk and a 1-mile Liberty Lap Fun Run. The top runners in each age category will receive medals, and the top overall male and female finishers will be awarded a plaque and a gift card.…
› Learn More aboutDJ and Prizes at the 17th Annual Liberty Loop & Lap 5K and Fun Run
The Northbrook Park District is excited to celebrate the renovation of Meadowhill Aquatic Center with a grand reopening and ribbon-cutting celebration from 6-8pm on Friday, June 27. The public is invited to explore the beautifully upgraded facility at 1501 Maple Ave. in Northbrook and connect with the park district’s board of commissioners, staff members and local legislators.…
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The Northbrook Park District’s board recently welcomed two new commissioners while thanking two longtime members for their service. Commissioner Hamzah Mirza and Commissioner Jason Risdon were elected in April and sworn into their roles in May. Additionally, the board chose Commissioner Michael Goodman to serve as board president and Commissioner Edward Chao to serve as vice president.…
› Learn More aboutBoard Welcomes New Commissioners and Recognizes Outgoing Commissioners
From free concerts and bike gatherings to wine tastings, live music, arts and crafts, and outdoor movies, the park district invites the community to meet up — and meet each other — at Village Green Park starting next month. Within 10 acres of lush greenery and centuries-old oak trees, Village Green Park has long been the living heart of downtown Northbrook.…
› Learn More about“Meet on the Green” This Summer in Northbrook
The 3rd annual Grapes on the Green will be back June 14 in downtown Northbrook, where adults can gather for an afternoon of wine tastings, light charcuterie snacks and live music from The Flat Cats. The event is held in partnership between the Northbrook Park District and the Village of Northbrook.…
› Learn More aboutWine, Music and Games at Grapes on the Green on June 14