The Northbrook Park District is excited to announce that the renovation of the multigenerational spaces inside the Leisure Center is expected to start in August. The 40,000-square-foot Leisure Center serves as the headquarters for the park district’s recreation programs for children and adults, hosting Sunshine Preschool, the Senior Center and the Northbrook Theatre.…
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We are excited for the scheduled opening of the Northbrook Sports Center Pool! As we prepare for the summer pool season, we want to make sure you are prepared with key information about pool openings, closing the pools for inclement weather and other reasons, and details about our special events.…
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Children and teens are invited to reel in some fun May 17 at the Northbrook Park District’s Kids’ Fishing Derby, which this year will feature a special guest. The annual free event at Wood Oaks Green Park will award prizes for the largest fish, smallest fish and most fish caught at Lake Shermerville.…
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Get ready for a rollicking, high-octane good time this weekend with Northbrook Community Theatre’s production of “School of Rock.” Five performances featuring a cast of 31 actors between the ages of 9 and 60-plus will take place between May 15 and May 18 at the Northbrook Theatre, a program of the Northbrook Park District.…
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The annual Northbrook-On-Ice skating extravaganza returns over Mother’s Day weekend for its 55th edition, a special show featuring multiple generations of ice skaters. This year’s show, “A Broadway Spectacular!” running May 9 -11, will take spectators on a theatrical journey on ice featuring talented skaters ages 3 to 57.…
Look at your yard and picture a beautiful oak tree that produces oxygen, keeps your home cooler and soaks up rainwater. To turn that vision into reality, stop by one of four Northbrook Park District facilities on Saturday, April 26 to receive free oak tree saplings in honor of Earth Month.…
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Patrons of Techny Prairie Activity Center will see a temporary road detour for about 10 days due to maintenance work by Metra. Starting the morning of Monday, April 28, Metra will perform the work at the railroad crossing on Techny Road, just west of Anets Drive.…
In Northbrook, ticks are most active in the Spring from April through June. These parasitic arachnids are most commonly found around wooded areas, tall grass or brush. Infected ticks are known to transmit diseases through their bites. It is best to always check for ticks after being in natural spaces, such as areas located in Wood…
Families are invited to the upcoming Brunch with the Bunny at the Northbrook Park District, which for the first time will include an egg hunt for children who are registered for the event. This annual tradition is a family favorite that features a delicious brunch, crafts, activities and a visit from the Spring Bunny.…
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Having a summer job with the Northbrook Park District — such as lifeguard, swim instructor and camp counselor — is a fun and rewarding experience that teaches valuable skills under the guidance of supportive supervisors. That’s what summer employees say as they encourage others to apply for open positions. To view open positions, visit our Jobs page.…
› Learn More aboutNow Hiring Summer Camp Counselors, Swim Instructors and More