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.
Village Welcome
4:30—4:45 p.m.
We kick off our event with remarks from Illinois elected officials and Village trustees.
Community Pig Roast & Corn Roast
Hofherr Meat Co. will celebrate our Centennial with a whole hog pig roast, plus all the trimmings. Just a century ago, a big reason Winnetkans came to our town was to buy a butchered pig from our farmers.
Community Fireworks
8:45—9 p.m.
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.
King Saturday
5:30—7 p.m.
King Saturday plays your favorite
classic hits of the late ’60s, 70s, ’80s and beyond, featuring Northfield’s own Laura Cravens on vocals!
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…”
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.
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.
Food and Drink
All the Northfield vendors you love will be on hand to serve up the summer snacks you crave. Whether it’s shaved ice, pizza, hamburgers, hot dogs, tacos, chicken tenders, corn-on-a-stick or sausages, enjoy!
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.
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.
