MEMORIAL DAY PARADE ON MAY 26 AT 10:30AM

Memorial Day Parade participants will gather at 10am on Greenbriar Lane between Catherine Street and Cherry Lane near Greenbriar School. The parade begins at 10:30am and proceeds east on Cherry Lane, south on Meadow Road, east on Shermer Road, ending around 11:30am with a ceremony at Village Green Park. Because of the holiday, all LRS service will be delayed one day.

VILLAGE LAUNCHES NEW WEBPAGE TO SHARE VILLAGE NEWS AND INFORMATION

Breaking news, Northbrook! We’ve launched a new webpage that’s designed with residents in mind, as your central hub for Village news, updates, and community events.

Whether you're looking for information on upcoming activities, updates on Village initiatives, or access to resources to engage with us, we hope this webpage will help meet your needs.

Start by checking out our featured stories in the top rotator, or take a scroll through our full collection of updates in the news archive. Use the menu on the right of the page to explore additional ways to engage with the Village.

HAPPY NATIONAL PUBLIC WORKS WEEK!

This year’s theme, “People, Purpose, Presence,” highlights the essential role Public Works plays in our everyday lives. From the moment we wake up, take a shower, and head out for work or school, countless behind-the-scenes efforts help make our daily routines possible.

Click below to meet some of the dedicated individuals behind it all. 

Village Events

Spring Tree Giveaway 
Thursday, May 22,  4pm-6:30pm
Village Hall Rear Lot
Northbrook residents can pick up free native tree saplings—like Sugar Maple, Red Oak, and White Pine. Trees are first come, first served, with no registration needed. For questions, email sustainability@northbrook.il.us.

Northbrook Zoning Code Open House
June 10 (4–7pm) at Northbrook Village Hall 
June 11 (12–3pm) at Northbrook Public Library 
The Village of Northbrook is nearing the final stages of drafting a new Zoning Code and is seeking community feedback. Two Open House Forums will be held to share updates and gather input. The first will take place on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, from 4-7PM in the Village Hall lobby. The second will be on Wednesday, June 11, 12-3PM in the Northbrook Library lobby.

Northbrook Climate Action Day | Sustainability Commission
Saturday, June 7, 10am-2pm
The Sustainability Commission is excited to celebrate World Environment Day with Northbrook Climate Action Day resource fair behind Village Hall (1225 Cedar Ln)! Explore the Village Hall demonstration garden and connect with experts sharing valuable information on sustainability. Meet community partners for practical tips to make your home, landscape and transportation more sustainable and energy-efficient, adopt sustainable lifestyle practices, and reduce you environmental impact. 

Grapes on the Green
Saturday, June 14, 4-8pm
The Village of Northbrook and Northbrook Park District are excited to host our 3rd annual Grapes on the Green at Village Green Park. Join us for wine tastings, live music from The Flat Cats, art and games! Bring your own blanket and a picnic dinner. Light snacks will be provided.

Northbrook Farmers Market Market Opening Day Bash
Wednesday, June 18 7am-1pm
Northbrook Farmers Market Opening Day Bash, Wednesday, June 18, features fun for all in the parking lot of Meadow Plaza, Cherry Lane and Meadow Road. Free attractions include live music, face painting, slices of cold watermelon, games for kids, plenty of cool swag and more. The best weekday farmers market on the North Shore is open 7am to 1pm Wednesdays through October 8, in downtown Northbrook. 

Electronics Recycling 
First Tuesday & Saturday of the month
Fleet Maintenance Garage, 1227 Cedar Lane
Bring your old and unused electronics to be recycled. Residents are responsible for removing items from their vehicles. Do not leave items at the Village’s facility outside of the recycling events. 1st Tuesday of the month, 7am-3pm & 1st Saturday of the month, 9am-noon.

Upcoming Public Meetings

Community Commission
Thursday, May 22 at 7pm
Terrace Room, Village Hall

Committee of the Whole Meeting
Tuesday, May 27 at 6pm
Terrace Room, Village Hall

Regular Board of Trustees Meeting
Tuesday, May 27 at 7:30pm
Sandra "Sandy" Frum Board Room, Village Hall 

Economic Strategy Commission
Wednesday, May 28 at 5:30pm
Terrace Room, Village Hall

 

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