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Thursday, September 18, 2025
PLASTIC BAG RECYCLING: WHAT GOES IN, WHAT STAYS OUT
The Village offers plastic bag recycling behind Village Hall through a partnership with Aargus Plastics. Only plastic grocery bags and clean Ziploc-type bags are accepted. Ziploc bags from produce or fruit packaging are not allowed. Please do not place Amazon packaging, bubble wrap, wrappers from paper towels/toilet paper, or unrelated items such as toys or electronics in the bins. If too many non-recyclables are found, the entire container cannot be recycled. Help us keep this program effective by recycling right!
WATERSMART WALKTHROUGH
The Village of Northbrook has launched the free WaterSmart Customer Portal, giving residents and businesses powerful new tools to:
- Track Your Daily Water Usage
- Reduce Water Loss and Surprise Bills
- Receive Water-Saving Tips
Click here to watch a 2-minute introduction to the WaterSmart portal.
Thanks for watching! Click here to register for WaterSmart.
NORTHBROOK DOWNTOWN: A NEW CHAPTER BEGINS
The Village recently celebrated the completion of the first phase of the Downtown Infrastructure and Streetscape Improvements with a ribbon cutting that brought together residents, business owners, and Village staff. There was excitement as the community gathered to recognize this milestone and look ahead to the future of downtown.
The improvements represent the beginning of a long-term investment in infrastructure and creating a safer, more welcoming, and vibrant space for all. Guests enjoyed celebrating the completed streetscape, supporting local businesses, and imagining what's still to come. Chip clips, handed out at the event, are available for residents to pick up during office hours at Village Hall, at the Village Manager's Office and Finance Office windows - while supplies last!
Upcoming Events
Touch a Truck | Northbrook Park District
📅Saturday, September 20 at 10am-12pm
📍UL Solutions, 333 Pfingsten Road
Don't miss this free family event that allows children to see, touch and explore a variety of trucks and emergency vehicles. Adult supervision is required. No registration is required. This event will occur rain or shine. Click here for more information.
Shermerfest | Northbrook History Museum
📅Sunday, September 21 from 12pm-4pm
📍Village Green Park and Northbrook History Museum
The Northbrook History Museum cordially invites you to the 47th Annual Shermerfest in the Village Green Park and the Northbrook History Museum located at 1776 Walters Ave. Food and Fun for all Ages! “Classic Northbrook” CARavan and Car Show. Click below to find out more!
Rotary Club of Northbrook Duck Race
📅Sunday, September 21 at 3pm
📍Village Green Park
Cheer on rubber ducks as they race down the river through Northbrook during Shermerfest! Ducks are $10 each, three for $25, or 15 for $100. Proceeds support local and global Rotary programs. Join the Rotary Club of Northbrook to watch hundreds of rubber duckies race for a chance to win prizes while supporting a great cause. Learn more here.
Chalk Up Northbrook
📅Sunday, September 21 from 12pm-4pm
📍Village Green Park
Join the Northbrook Arts Commission for a fun afternoon of creativity during Shermerfest! Children ages 12 and under are invited to decorate the Meadow Road sidewalk with colorful chalk art. The event runs from 12-4pm and is first come, first serve.
Paint Northbrook Plein Air 2025 Art Show
📅Now through September 26, 2025
📍Northbrook Public Library, 2nd Floor
Experience Northbrook through the eyes of local artists! The Paint Northbrook Plein Air 2025 Art Show is now on display at the Northbrook Public Library, featuring more than 50 original paintings created by 15 talented artists during the August plein air painting event. Visit the second floor of the Library (1201 Cedar Lane) to view the exhibit now through September 26, 2025. Presented by the Village of Northbrook Arts Commission, Northbrook Park District, and the Northbrook Public Library. Click here for more information.
Fire Department Open House
📅Saturday, October 4 from 9am-12pm
📍Fire Station 10, 650 Huehl
Join the Northbrook Fire Department (and Sparky the Fire Dog) for the annual Northbrook Fire Department Open House! Kids of all ages can climb in fire trucks, talk to firefighters, and pet therapy dogs. Bring the whole family to enjoy this safety event. Parking will be available across the street at 655 Huehl.
Upcoming Public Meetings
Sustainability Commission
Thursday, September 18 at 5:30pm
Terrace Room, Village Hall
Committee of the Whole Meeting - Canceled
Tuesday, September 23 at 6pm
Terrace Room, Village Hall
Board of Trustees Meeting - Canceled
Tuesday, September 23 at 7:30pm
Sandra "Sandy" Frum Board Room, Village Hall
Community Commission
Thursday, September 25 at 7pm
Terrace Room, Village Hall
News You Can Use
Ramp Closures on Edens and US 41
The Illinois Department of Transportation will be performing nighttime roadwork during the weeks of September 15 and September 22 on the Edens/I-94 and US 41. This work will result in 1-lane closures as well as intermittent partials and full ramp closures.
Car Seat Safety Check
The Northbrook Police Department is hosting a Car Seat Safety Check event on Monday, September 29th from 11am-3pm at the Northbrook Police Department (1401 Landwehr Road). Certified car seat technicians will check your child's seat to make sure it is installed correctly and securely. This event is free and no appointment is necessary.
Village of Northbrook
1225 Cedar Lane, Northbrook
pr@northbrook.il.us
847-272-5050
