Arts Commission, 03 Sep 2026: Planning Five Arts Events Including 125th Anniversary
The Northbrook Arts Commission will meet September 3 to coordinate logistics for a slate of upcoming events, including several tied to the village's 125th anniversary celebration.
Key items
- Northbrook 125th Anniversary Events — Residents may have opportunities to participate in or attend special anniversary art displays and programming being coordinated at this meeting.
- Chalk Up Northbrook Planning — This public chalk art event draws community participants and its logistics, including expenses and volunteer assignments, will be worked out at this meeting.
- 48-Hour Film Challenge — Residents interested in filmmaking or arts programming will want to know when and how this community competition is being organized.
- Plein Air Photography Competition — Local photographers and outdoor-arts enthusiasts may be affected by decisions on dates, locations, and rules for this upcoming competition.
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Minutes Approval
The commission will consider approving the minutes from its August 6, 2026 meeting.
Village Staff Update
Staff will brief the commission on items of current interest to the body. The agenda does not specify the subjects of the update.
Upcoming Arts Commission Event Planning
The commission will work through logistics, expenses, marketing, and staff assignments for five upcoming events: the Plein Air Photography Competition, Chalk Up Northbrook, the 48-Hour Film Challenge, a Northbrook 125th Anniversary Display, and upcoming Library Art Displays. Commissioners will also receive updates specifically related to the 125th anniversary commission event. This appears to be the most substantive working session item on the agenda.
Announcements and Discussion
Commissioners will have an opportunity to raise and discuss items not listed elsewhere on the agenda. No specific topics are identified in the agenda.