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Thursday, July 17, 2025

Make It a Northbrook Summer at Northbrook Days
July 30 – August 3
West Metra Commuter Lot

Mark your calendar for five days of summer fun at Northbrook Days, the Northbrook Civic Foundation’s annual fundraising festival. Enjoy carnival rides, games, prize raffles, tasty food from local restaurants, beer and wine, and live music every evening. It’s a summer tradition you won’t want to miss.
 

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PREMISE ALERT PROGRAM INFORMATION

The Village of Northbrook Police Department administers the Premise Alert Program, a useful tool for first responders to be aware of special information or instructions regarding persons with special needs or disabilities that require attention when calls for service are requested. Submit at northbrook.il.us/Alert-Program.

 

FEEL THE RUSH AT THE NORTHBROOK GRAND PRIX!

Mark your calendar for Thursday, July 24, as the Northbrook Grand Prix takes over downtown with heart-pounding criterium races starting at 11am. Part of the Chicago Grit series (Day 7 of 10), these high-energy “crits” feature elite cyclists tearing through a closed-loop course in laps that take under 2 minutes each! With rapid sprints, tight turns, and nonstop action, it’s one of the most thrilling spectator sports around. Races run throughout the day with times set by rider age and skill level—don’t miss the excitement!

Race Day Schedule
The Northbrook Grand Prix kicks off on Thursday, July 24 at 11am with races continuing into the evening. For a full schedule of the day's events, 
click here.

Bike The Green - Family Community Ride
A half hour Family Community Ride is scheduled for 6:15pm. This event takes place between the women’s and men’s professional races and is sponsored by the Northbrook Park District. The Family Fun Ride is open to all ages and abilities and is free to enter. Registration is required, along with a helmet worn by each participant. Parents can register their families in-person on race day by 5 pm, or prior to race day online 
with this link.

Grand Prix Course
Streets in downtown Northbrook will be closed to create this fast-paced 1.1km (.75 mile) course. Picnic anywhere along the route, in the Village Green Park, or along neighborhood streets. Or visit any of the downtown establishments who are open all day and into the night!

COURSE MAP

 
 
 
 

Village Events

 

Chamber of Commerce Small Business Expo 2025
Monday July 21, 5-7:30pm
Renaissance Chicago North Shore Hotel

Meet local innovators, enjoy live demos, interactive exhibits, food, drinks, entertainment, and prizes—all in one dynamic evening. Connect with the people behind Northbrook’s thriving businesses. Learn more and register HERE or call (847) 498-5555!

 

Northbrook Days
July 30-August 3

West Metra Commuter Lot 
The Northbrook Civic Foundation has one major fundraising event each year: Northbrook Days – held each summer in  Northbrook. The five-day festival includes carnival games, rides, prize raffles, food from local restaurants, beer & wine, live music, and more! 
Learn more here. 

 

Northbrook Grand Prix
Thursday, July 24 from 11am-8pm

Northbrook hosts a leg of Chicago Grit, the nation’s largest road racing series, on Thursday, July 24. Cyclists from around the world will race through downtown in thrilling high-speed criterium races. The 1.1-kilometer course loops around Village Green Park, showcasing Northbrook’s strong cycling community and the historic Ed Rudolph Velodrome. Learn more at nbgrandprix.com.

 

National Night Out 
Tuesday, August 5 from 6-9pm

Meadowhill Aquatic Center
National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships. The night includes DJ entertainment, giveaways, swimming, snacks, popsicles, drinks, games, raffles, K9 demonstrations, and more.

 

Paint Northbrook Plein Air 2025 
Northbrook Arts Commission

Artist Registration Now Open!
Capture the beauty of Northbrook during this week-long outdoor painting event, August 8–16. The experience wraps up with an art show and sale at Party on the Green on August 16 at Village Green Park.

  • Open to plein air artists of all levels.
  • Prizes up to $500.
  • Register now here with Activity Code 26990.
  • Questions? Contact bonnie.siegel@gmail.com.
 
 

Upcoming Public Meetings

Committee of the Whole Meeting
Tuesday, July 22 at 6pm
Terrace Room, Village Hall

Regular Board of Trustees Meeting
Tuesday, July 22 at 7:30pm
Sandra "Sandy" Frum Board Room, Village Hall 

Economic Strategy Commission 
Thursday, July 23 at 5:30pm
Terrace Room, Village Hall

Zoning Board of Appeals 
Tuesday, July 28 at 7pm
Sandra "Sandy" Frum Board Room, Village Hall 

 

Click Here for Village Calendar
 

News You Can Use

LAST CALL: Vehicle Stickers and Pet Tag Deadline

Vehicle stickers and pet tags are on sale and must be renewed by July 31, 2025. Renew online, by mail, drop box, or at Village Hall. First-time pet tag applicants must apply in person or by mail with proof of rabies vaccination and spay/neuter if applicable.
 

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Sampling Shows Elevated Lead Levels in Some Home

The Village has found elevated levels of lead in drinking water in some homes as part of required testing of properties with known lead service lines. Currently, approximately 290 homes or businesses have a lead service line in whole or in part. The Village is actively working with these residents to replace their lead service lines through its cost-share replacement program and other initiatives.

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