Inaugural Summer Flea Market Set To Hit Northbrook

NORTHBROOK, IL — If you're looking to clean out your home for the end of summer, the Northbrook Park District might be able to help. The inaugural outdoor Summer Flea Market will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday in the parking lot of the Leisure Center, 3323 Walters Ave.

"Downsizing? Moving? Why not make a profit!" said Nancy Eschker, NPD recreation manager. "We are looking forward to the community joining us as households clean out their basements and closets."

According to officials, the vendor fee for the Summer Flea Market is $29 for residents and $39 for nonresidents. This fee includes an 8-foot table, two chairs and two marked parking spaces.

Items for sale will include home goods, kids' gear, LEGO, DVDs, wall art, books, outdoor items, vintage jewelry, perfume, dolls, marbles, records; purses, toys, a bocce ball set, sporting goods, an antique croquet set, antique glassware, Noritake Savannah dinnerware, puzzles, clothing, kitchen items, books for children and adults, cookbooks, toys such as doll furniture and superhero action figures, vases, planters, suitcases, candleholders, household goods, picture frames, artwork and much more.

With a mission "to enhance the community by providing outstanding services, parks and facilities through environmental, social and financial stewardship," the park district is excited to host the event.