Our Big Event—A Centennial Celebration
August 22
Clarkson Park
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Donors are encouraged to give any amount they can to support our August 22nd celebration. Their gifts will also ensure that Northfield’s history stays a vital part of our community.
For the Kids
2—5 p.m.
“Kid’s Zone” activities include:
— Balloon artist
— Face painting
— Magic show 2:30—3:15 p.m.
— Bouncy house
— Airbrush tattoos
All activities are free.
History Display in Lustig Lodge
2—10 p.m.
Learn about our early hardscrabble years, and the grit and determination it took to keep up with our neighboring towns. Northfield has always been special. Learn why.
Bingo Northfield Style!
3—6 p.m.
Visit the Northfield Bingo Grove, a shady spot in Clarkson Park where kids and adults can compete for prizes. Celebrate a pastime popular with our founding Northfield families.
Justin Roberts
and the Not Ready for Naptime Players
3:30—4:30 p.m.
A five-time Grammy-nominated band and Ravinia favorite, The New York Times says, “He has a remarkable ability to see through a child’s eyes…”
Village Welcome
4:30—4:45 p.m.
We salute Northfield with remarks from Illinois elected officials and village trustees.
King Saturday
5:30—7 p.m.
Now this is a party! King Saturday will crank out your favorite rock hits from the late ‘60s, ‘70s, ‘80s and ‘90s, featuring Northfield’s own Laura Cravens on vocals.
Dick Holliday and the Bamboo Gang
8—10 p.m.
This Chicago band from the mid-‘80s and ‘90s has its roots in Northfield, and they will reunite for a final, one-of-a-kind performance playing a blend of classic rock, funk and reggae.
Community Fireworks
8:45—9 p.m.
Not just any show. We’re going all-out with a thrilling, action-packed display. Clarkson Park is the ideal setting for our fireworks tribute to everything we love about Northfield.
Pig Roast & Corn Roast
All Day
Hofherr Meat Company will celebrate our past with a whole hog pig roast, plus all the trimmings. Just a century ago, a big reason Winnetkans came to Northfield was to buy a butchered pig from our farmers.
Food and Drink
All Day
Featured local food trucks from Stormy’s, Taco Nano, Northshore Pizza, U Dawg U and Hofherr’s will deliver your favorites. Beer and wine will also be sold.
