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Photo Gallery: Shermerfest 2011

Historical Society's 33rd annual celebration brings families for a day of fun on the Village Green.

Despite the ugly weather, numerous residents joined the on the Sunday for the annual Shermerfest. Now in its 33rd year, the festival celebrates the history of Northbrook, which was originally known as Shermerville.

Guests enjoyed a classic car show, hot dogs provided by , a bake sale, a silent auction, balloon animals, a train ride, a magic show and entertainment provided by Ronald McDonald.

"Shermerfest provides the community with a celebration of our past, lets us introduce them to who we are, and at the same time allows us to raise some money," said Northbrook Historical Society President .

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