Events Calendar
Barrington Area Library
Bluey Story Time
Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL, United StatesEnjoy a special story time featuring the popular character, Bluey Heeler, and make a Bluey crown. Drop in. Meeting Room.
Loose Parts Nature Play
Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL, United StatesEngage in a sensory experience with our natural loose parts. Drop in. BALibrary Lawn, east of the upper parking lot.
Backyard Olympics
Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL, United StatesCompete in your own Olympics this summer in our backyard! Drop in. BALibrary Lawn.
Story Time Nature Walk
Crabtree Nature Center 3 Stover Road, Barrington, IL, United StatesEnjoy stories, a nature walk, and playtime at the Crabtree Nature Center, 3 Stover Road, Barrington Hills. Weather permitting. Drop in.
Puzzle Party
Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL, United StatesJigsaw puzzle enthusiasts: we provide the puzzles, you bring your friends or make new ones while working on puzzles together. Register. Meeting Room. Sessions from 2:00pm - 4:00pm and 6:00pm - 8:00pm.
The Great Checkers Challenge
Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL, United StatesCome test your strategic skills and compete against other players at our checkers tournament. Participants at any skill level are welcome to join in the fun! Drop in. Program Room.
Concert: Istvan and His Imaginary Band
Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL, United StatesIstvan’s cool, cleverly crafted kids’ concert will entertain kids and adults! Bring a blanket or portable seating. A limited number of lawn blankets will be available. Drop in. BALibrary Lawn.
Family Concert: Nanny Nikki
Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL, United StatesGrammy®-nominated artist Nanny Nikki performs her high energy, interactive musical show including sing-along songs, dancing, puppets and an original story! Sing and soar! Drop in. Meeting Room.
Pop-Up Ice Cream Social
Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL, United StatesDrop in and enjoy a free scoop of ice cream or sherbet, and enjoy conversation with friends and neighbors. We'll start serving at 5:30 PM and continue while supplies last. Stay and enjoy a presentation from author Gavin Edwards, all about his book Kindness and Wonder: Why Mister Rogers Matters Now More Than Ever.
Concert: Jim Gill
Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL, United StatesSing, clap, dance, and spin along with award-winning musician and author Jim Gill. Drop in. Meeting Room.
Second Fridays: Die Musikmeisters
Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL, United StatesDie Musikmeisters Band performs a lively evening of traditional German instrumental and vocal songs! Their diverse repertoire includes German polkas, waltzes, folk music, and lots of audience participation. Register. Meeting Room.
Harvest Festival
Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL, United StatesJoin us for a day of fall fun! Pumpkin painting, seasonal crafts, entertainment for all ages. BALibrary Lawn. Indoors in case of inclement weather.
Costume Party Story Time
Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL, United StatesWear your costume to this special story time! Stories, dancing, and a parade through the Library! Drop in. Meeting Room. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Halloween Events.
Costume Party Story Time
Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL, United StatesWear your costume to this special story time! Stories, dancing, and a parade through the Library! Drop in. Meeting Room. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Indoor Halloween Events.
Costume Party Story Time
Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL, United StatesWear your costume to this special story time! Stories, dancing, and a parade through the Library! Drop in. Meeting Room. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Halloween Events.
Bad Guys Book Party + Movie
Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL, United StatesBid The Bad Guys farewell as the last book comes out! Enjoy a movie screening, crafts, and a photo op! Drop in. Meeting Room.
Family Explorers: Trees at Crabtree Nature Center
Crabtree Nature Center 3 Stover Road, Barrington, IL, United StatesExplore different types of local trees! We will also read Before We Stood Tall by Jessica Kulekjian and Madeline Kloepper. Register. 3 Stover Rd, Barrington. Weather permitting.
Family Movie: Harold and the Purple Crayon
Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL, United StatesBring the family to watch Harold and the Purple Crayon on our big screen. Wigglers and wailers welcome. Enjoy popcorn and movie-friendly activities, too. Drop in. Meeting Room.
Puzzle Party
Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL, United StatesJigsaw puzzle enthusiasts: bring your friends or make new ones as you put together one of our puzzles in this casual social event. Register.
Wonderful Wacky Juggler
Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL, United StatesJuggling, comedy, and audience antics! Andy Head is the perfect blend of silliness and sophistication! Drop in. Meeting Room.
Game of Warriors: Brazilian Capoeira
Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL, United StatesGingarte Capoeira Chicago introduces audiences to the history and meaning behind capoeira, a Brazilian cultural art form that beautifully combines dance and music with the acrobatic skills of martial arts. Meeting Room. Drop in.
Snow Ball
Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL, United StatesBrrring the family and chill with us as the Library transforms into a wintry wonderland. Fun for all ages, including: Guitarist Josh Skaja Snowy Stories at 7 PM Snow Queen meet and greet Sing-along at 7:45 PM Snowy crafts and sweet treats! Drop in. Register once per family for a reminder.
Discover: Constellations
Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL, United StatesLearn about the stories and pictures within our stars, and even take a couple of them home with you! Parents welcome!
Chinese Story Time with Starlink Global Education
Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL, United StatesStarlink Global Education brings their interactive Chinese story time to the Library. Enjoy stories, songs and an introduction to Chinese. Register. Program Room.
Family Concert: Jigglejam
Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL, United StatesGet ready to wiggle, jiggle and giggle as you sing and dance along with Jodi! her engaging style and catchy tunes spark imagination and promote self esteem while silliness abounds. Drop in. Meeting Room.
D23 Winter Family SAIL Night at The Library
Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL, United StatesCalling all School District 23 SAIL students and their families! Join us for an evening of creativity and winter fun: Student Showcase: Admire a delightful display of student-created penguin projects. Storytime: Enjoy a heartwarming reading of Sneezy the Snowman. Activity Stations: Dive into engaging, winter-themed activities designed for all ages. Socialize and Mingle: Connect with...
Fandom Fest
Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL, United StatesHeroes and villains of all ages – join us for our 10th annual Fandom Fest! The fandom fun includes an artist alley, cosplayers, photo ops, airbrush tattoos, crafts, live entertainment, and more. Come in cosplay to add to the excitement! Register for a reminder e-mail or drop in. Special crafts, activities, and events include: Artist...
Chasing Mother Nature
Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL, United StatesGet a first hand view of storm chasing and learn about the science behind severe weather phenomena. Led by an experienced storm chaser, you’ll see awe-inspiring footage and hear personal anecdotes of close encounters with nature’s most powerful storms. Register. Meeting Room.
Tech Open Lab
Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL, United StatesFamilies explore a variety of technology such as robots, circuits, iPads, and more. Drop in. Program Room.
Dave DiNaso’s Traveling World of Reptiles
Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL, United StatesThe Traveling World of Reptiles will provide an up-close, live, hands-on presentation and experience featuring reptiles and amphibians from around the world. Drop in. Meeting Room.
Puzzle Races and Puzzle Swap
Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL, United StatesCompete against other teams to see who can complete a 500 piece jigsaw puzzle fastest. Members of the winning team get bragging rights and free puzzles. Register as a team of up to five, or individually. Have a gently used puzzle that you’d like to share with others? Feel free to drop it off during...
Second Fridays: Back to the Future 70s Style
Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL, United StatesJoin Tri-L-Co Music's Gavin Coyle, Carlyn Lloyd, and Jon Warfel as we take a trip to the 70’s featuring music of James Taylor, Seals and Crofts, Chicago, Elton John and many others. Grab your bell bottoms! Register. Meeting Room.
Volunteer Connection LIVE
Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL, United StatesIn collaboration with Barrington Area Volunteer Connection The Barrington Area is home to a wealth of local non-profits, making a world of difference. Volunteer Connection LIVE combines a volunteer fair, donation day, and community networking event. Join us to connect with nonprofits, learn about volunteer opportunities and local resources, and donate requested items. Returning this...
Discovery Center: Hands on Space Activities
Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL, United StatesDiscovery Center Museum presents hands-on space activities like building a Mars Rover, blasting off rockets, creating a star map, and feeling anti-gravity effects. Register. Meeting Room. Sessions begin at 2:00pm and 3:00pm
Baby Fair
Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL, United StatesConnect with the information and resources you need most as an expecting parent or parent/caregiver of a child ages 0 – 2. Enjoy baby and me activities, expert presentations on topics like sleep, mealtimes, and more. Get in touch with local organizations that serve infants and families. Visit balibrary.org/BabyFair to see the full schedule of...
Elgin Symphony Orchestra Presents Sounds of Spring
Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL, United StatesCelebrate springtime with the Elgin Symphony Orchestra’s String Quartet. Listen to the melodic sounds of the season in this concert for all ages. Register. Walk-ins admitted as space allows. Meeting Room. The quartet features: Robbie Herbst and Caroline Slack, violins Jason Butler, viola Kerena Fox, cello
Make a Mother’s Day Card
Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL, United StatesMake a card for someone special. Drop in. Program Room.
Make a Mother’s Day Card
Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL, United StatesMake a card for someone special. Drop in. Program Room.
Sensory Playtime
Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL, United StatesEnjoy variety of play activities specifically designed to engage the senses. Drop in. Program Room.
Chinese Story Time
Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL, United StatesStarlink Global Education provides Chinese stories, songs and an introduction to the Chinese language in this interactive story time. Register. Story Room.
Second Fridays: Tinker Boys
Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL, United StatesEnjoy an evening of acoustic sounds with The Tinker Boys Trio. Melding influences of traditional Irish, American country, and folk strains, they create a sound that has something for all followers of acoustic music! Register. Meeting Room.
Firefly Family Theatre Presents: The Kindness Grows
Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL, United StatesJoin Spark the Firefly and all her friends for stories and songs all about Spring and the power of kindness. The Kindness Garden includes puppets, original music, interactive movement and lots of springtime fun for families! Drop in. Meeting Room.
Touch-A-Truck
Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL, United StatesDump trucks, excavators, and front-loaders - oh my! Touch and explore the Village of Barrington’s fleet of construction vehicles, in celebration of National Public Works Week. Join the Public Works food drive and help us fill a truck with food to benefit the Barrington Township and Cuba Township Food Pantries. Bring non-perishable food donations to...
Construction Story Time
Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL, United StatesOnce you’ve seen the trucks, join us for a fun construction-themed story time! Sessions beginning at 10:30am and 11:00am.
Teaching Garden Planting Day
Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL, United StatesWork side by side with Master Gardeners to learn basic gardening skills, and help us plant our garden! Gloves and tools provided. Registration suggested.
Family Explorers: Birds
Crabtree Nature Center 3 Stover Road, Barrington, IL, United StatesLet’s read How to Find a Bird, written by Jennifer Ward, illustrated by Diana Suduka, and learn all about birding. Then we’ll take a walk to spot some birds. Drop in. Crabtree Nature Center, 3 Stover Rd, Barrington.
Teaching Garden Planting Day
Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL, United StatesWork side by side with Master Gardeners to learn basic gardening skills, and help us plant our garden! Gloves and tools provided. Registration suggested.
Summer Kickoff
Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL, United StatesCelebrate the start of summer with crafts, much, and more.
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