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A Full Calendar of Family Events<br />
June Events<br />
Park Fest 2011 ........................................................... (847) 291-2985<br />
Tuesday night concerts June 7 – July 19<br />
6:00 p.m. food service: 7:00 p.m. concert<br />
Village Green Park, 1810 Walters<br />
www.nbparks.org<br />
Bring lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy the sound of music in the<br />
park, featuring popular area musical groups. In case of rain, call the<br />
Weather and Activity Hotline at (847)291-2985.<br />
Northbrook Farmers Market ................................... (847) 272-6359<br />
Wednesdays, June 22 – October 12 7 a.m. – 1 p.m.<br />
Our Lady of the Brook Church parking lot, 3700 Dundee Road<br />
www.olbparish.org<br />
The Northbrook Farmers Market is open Wednesdays 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.<br />
Shoppers will find just-picked, farm fresh fruits and vegetables, fresh<br />
flowers, artisan cheeses, bakery goods, honey, spices and more.<br />
Breakfast, lunch and refreshments are available for shoppers on the<br />
go. To find out more, including a calendar of Special Event Days, go<br />
to www.olbparish.org<br />
July Events<br />
Northbrook Fourth of July 2011 ............................. (847) 480-2270<br />
www.northbrookjuly4th.org<br />
Events kick off with a Pancake Breakfast from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.<br />
at the Village Green, followed by the annual Police versus Firemen<br />
softball game starting at 10 a.m. at the baseball field, accompanied<br />
by music in the Gazebo from 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.<br />
At nearby Techny Prairie Park and Fields, the Liberty Loop 5K race<br />
starts at 7:30 a.m. followed by a one-mile Liberty Lap Fun Run for<br />
ages 4 – 10. All proceeds benefit the 4th of July Association.<br />
A bike parade kicks off at 2 p.m. from the corner of Western and<br />
Cherry followed by the mile-long Northbrook Parade through<br />
downtown at 2:30 p.m. A spectacular fireworks display begins at<br />
sundown, visible from Meadowhill Park and the Velodrome (Maple<br />
Ave east of Waukegan).<br />
Downtown Hometown Event and<br />
Sidewalk Sale ............................................................ (847) 878-2134<br />
July 8 - 9, 10 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.<br />
Northbrook Shopping Plaza<br />
www.shopdowntownnorthbrook.com<br />
Northbrook’s annual shopping gala featuring bargain offers from area<br />
stores along with food and activities for the family<br />
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President<br />
Northbrook Chamber of Commerce<br />
Former Board Member<br />
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Art in the Park<br />
A Northbrook Fine Arts Festival ............................(847) 272-5050<br />
Saturday, July 9, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.<br />
Sunday, July 10, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.<br />
Village Green Park<br />
www.northbrookarts.org<br />
Enjoy juried art, fine art and fine crafts, a community art project,<br />
children’s art area, live music, food from local vendors and a silent<br />
auction of items from participating artists.<br />
August Events<br />
Northbrook Days 2011 ............................................. (847) 513-6362<br />
Wednesday, August 3 – Sunday August 7<br />
Village Green Park<br />
A five day extravaganza featuring carnival rides, games, beer & wine<br />
tent, raffle, concerts and a “Taste of Northbrook.”<br />
September Events<br />
Shermerfest 2011 ..................................................... (847) 498-3404<br />
Sunday, September 18, Noon – 4:00 p.m.<br />
Village Green Park<br />
www.northbrookhistory.org<br />
Sponsored by the Northbrook Historical Society, this event honors<br />
Northbrook’s history, featuring an antique car show, music in the<br />
gazebo, an afternoon of children’s activities on the Village Green, hot<br />
dogs, soup and home-made sweets.<br />
October Events<br />
Northbrook Autumnfest<br />
Saturday, October 1, 4:00 to 7:00 p.m.<br />
Meadowhill Park, 1479 Maple Avenue<br />
www.nbparks.org<br />
A free family event offering main stage entertainment featuring a<br />
haunted trail ride, bonfire, costume contest, games, activities and<br />
food from area restaurants.<br />
January 2012 Events<br />
Winter Carnival .......................................................... (847) 291-2995<br />
Saturday, January 14, 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.<br />
Village Green Park<br />
www.nbparks.org<br />
Celebrate the season by enjoying a day filled with carnival games, face<br />
painting, music, contests, winter demonstrations and a chili cook-off.<br />
April 2012 Events<br />
Earth and Arbor Day Celebration .......................... (847) 272-5050<br />
Saturday, April 28, 9:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.<br />
Village Green Park<br />
A great family event featuring recycling opportunities, educational<br />
exhibits, environmentally friendly products, games, food and<br />
entertainment.<br />
May 2012 Events<br />
Northbrook-On-Ice Show ........................................ (847) 291-2993<br />
Friday – Sunday, May 11-13<br />
Northbrook Sports Center, 1730 Pfingsten Road<br />
The annual show, featuring 300 skaters, including national champions,<br />
combines sophisticated skating, professional lighting and set design,<br />
beautiful costumes and popular music.<br />
Memorial Day Parade ............................................... (847) 564-9558<br />
Cherry Lane and Western Avenue
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