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When I'm 64: Medicare Advantage Plans

Monday, June 3, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room Side A at Barrington Area Library
Program Type:
Community/Nonprofit
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

In collaboration with Bacoa. A three-part educational workshop on Medicare. Representatives from Bacoa and various organizations present a different topic each week. Register. M

Required
Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Meeting Room Side A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community/Nonprofit
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 26
Event Details:
In collaboration with Bacoa. A three-part educational workshop on Medicare. Representatives from Bacoa and various organizations present a different topic each week. Register. Meeting Room. May 20 – Medicare Basics May 29 – Medicare Suppleme...
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Teaching Garden Workshop: Pruning

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 9:30am - 11:00am
BALibrary Teaching Garden at Barrington Area Library
Age Group:
Children, Elementary, Middle School, Teens, Adults
Required
Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: BALibrary Teaching Garden
Age Group: Children, Elementary, Middle School, Teens, Adults
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 17
This event is in the "Adults" group.

The Hidden Gifts of Visual Thinkers with Dr. Temple Grandin

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Virtual Program
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Please register at the following link: https://bit.ly/ILP_TempleGrandin Join us for a special event with Dr. Grandin, one of the world’s most accomplished and well-known ad

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Program
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:
Please register at the following link: https://bit.ly/ILP_TempleGrandin Join us for a special event with Dr. Grandin, one of the world’s most accomplished and well-known adults with autism. Dr. Grandin has been at the forefront of research an...
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

250th Anniversary: James Madison

Sunday, June 9, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at Barrington Area Library
Program Type:
Community/Nonprofit
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

In collaboration with the Daughters of the American Revolution, Signal Hill Chapter In 2026, the United States will observe its Quarter-Millennial. Join us to kick off a series

Required
Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community/Nonprofit
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 99
Event Details:
In collaboration with the Daughters of the American Revolution, Signal Hill Chapter In 2026, the United States will observe its Quarter-Millennial. Join us to kick off a series of celebrations over the next two years. Accomplished author, actor, a...
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Monday, June 10, 2024 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Meeting Room Side A at Barrington Area Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Regular meeting of the Library Board of Trustees. Takes place in Meeting Room A. The agenda and meeting notice may be found on the Library website: https://www.balibrary.org/librar

Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Meeting Room Side A
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Event Details:
Regular meeting of the Library Board of Trustees. Takes place in Meeting Room A. The agenda and meeting notice may be found on the Library website: https://www.balibrary.org/library-board ...
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Teaching Garden Workshop: Dividing Bulbs

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 9:30am - 11:00am
BALibrary Teaching Garden at Barrington Area Library
Age Group:
Children, Elementary, Middle School, Teens, Adults
Required
Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: BALibrary Teaching Garden
Age Group: Children, Elementary, Middle School, Teens, Adults
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 19
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Non-Profit Know-How: Mission-Driven Planning

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room Side A at Barrington Area Library
Program Type:
Community/Nonprofit
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Dr. Alicia Schatteman, Vice Provost at NIU, is a perennial BALibrary favorite and author of the newly published Pursuing Impact: Mission-Driven Strategic Planning for Nonprofits. L

Required
Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Meeting Room Side A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community/Nonprofit
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 36
Event Details:
Dr. Alicia Schatteman, Vice Provost at NIU, is a perennial BALibrary favorite and author of the newly published Pursuing Impact: Mission-Driven Strategic Planning for Nonprofits. Learn directly from her varied experiences and unique expertise to help...
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Non-Profit Know-How: Maximizing (In)Kindness

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room at Barrington Area Library
Program Type:
Business Topics, Community/Nonprofit
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

In 2023, GiveNKind placed over $14,000,000 of resources with local nonprofits. Emily Petway is the founder of this highly successful, innovative local program. She'll teach us how

Required
Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Business Topics, Community/Nonprofit
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 48
Event Details:
In 2023, GiveNKind placed over $14,000,000 of resources with local nonprofits. Emily Petway is the founder of this highly successful, innovative local program. She'll teach us how they can help your nonprofit access a wide range of necessary goods or...
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Bring Your Own Craft

Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room Side B at Barrington Area Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts/Maker, Community/Nonprofit
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Bring a project to work on while you enjoy the company of friends and neighbors. Knitting, sketching, embroidery, or any portable craft - all are welcome. BYOC is a monthly event o

Required
Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Meeting Room Side B
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts/Maker, Community/Nonprofit
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:
Bring a project to work on while you enjoy the company of friends and neighbors. Knitting, sketching, embroidery, or any portable craft - all are welcome. BYOC is a monthly event on 4th Wednesdays. Register for a reminder or drop-in between 1 and ...
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Babysitting 101

Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room Side A at Barrington Area Library
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Join us for an interactive workshop on babysitting. A perfect opportunity for new or current babysitters who are seeking to gain additional skills, knowledge, and resources. Partic

Required
Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Meeting Room Side A
Age Group: Teens
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:
Join us for an interactive workshop on babysitting. A perfect opportunity for new or current babysitters who are seeking to gain additional skills, knowledge, and resources. Participants will receive an on-the-go tote filled with babysitting tools an...

Library Closed - 4th of July

All Day
Barrington Area Library

The Library will be closed on Thursday, July 4, 2024, for the Independence Day holiday. Our website is always open at balibrary.org.

Closing
Branches:
Barrington Area Library
Description:
The Library will be closed on Thursday, July 4, 2024, for the Independence Day holiday. Our website is always open at balibrary.org. ...
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Monday, July 8, 2024 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Meeting Room Side A at Barrington Area Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Regular meeting of the Library Board of Trustees. Takes place in Meeting Room A. The agenda and meeting notice may be found on the Library website: https://www.balibrary.org/librar

Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Meeting Room Side A
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Event Details:
Regular meeting of the Library Board of Trustees. Takes place in Meeting Room A. The agenda and meeting notice may be found on the Library website: https://www.balibrary.org/library-board ...
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Bring Your Own Craft

Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room Side B at Barrington Area Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts/Maker, Community/Nonprofit
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Bring a project to work on while you enjoy the company of friends and neighbors. Knitting, sketching, embroidery, or any portable craft - all are welcome. BYOC is a monthly event o

Required
Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Meeting Room Side B
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts/Maker, Community/Nonprofit
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:
Bring a project to work on while you enjoy the company of friends and neighbors. Knitting, sketching, embroidery, or any portable craft - all are welcome. BYOC is a monthly event on 4th Wednesdays. Register for a reminder or drop-in between 1 and ...
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Monday, August 12, 2024 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Meeting Room Side A at Barrington Area Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Regular meeting of the Library Board of Trustees. Takes place in Meeting Room A. The agenda and meeting notice may be found on the Library website: https://www.balibrary.org/librar

Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Meeting Room Side A
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Event Details:
Regular meeting of the Library Board of Trustees. Takes place in Meeting Room A. The agenda and meeting notice may be found on the Library website: https://www.balibrary.org/library-board ...
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Bring Your Own Craft

Wednesday, August 28, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room Side B at Barrington Area Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts/Maker, Community/Nonprofit
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Bring a project to work on while you enjoy the company of friends and neighbors. Knitting, sketching, embroidery, or any portable craft - all are welcome. BYOC is a monthly event o

Required
Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Meeting Room Side B
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts/Maker, Community/Nonprofit
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:
Bring a project to work on while you enjoy the company of friends and neighbors. Knitting, sketching, embroidery, or any portable craft - all are welcome. BYOC is a monthly event on 4th Wednesdays. Register for a reminder or drop-in between 1 and ...

Library Closed - Labor Day

All Day
Barrington Area Library

The Library will be closed on Monday, Sept 2, 2024, for Labor Day. Our website is always open at balibrary.org.

Closing
Branches:
Barrington Area Library
Description:
The Library will be closed on Monday, Sept 2, 2024, for Labor Day. Our website is always open at balibrary.org. ...
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Monday, September 9, 2024 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Meeting Room Side A at Barrington Area Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Regular meeting of the Library Board of Trustees. Takes place in Meeting Room A. The agenda and meeting notice may be found on the Library website: https://www.balibrary.org/librar

Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Meeting Room Side A
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Event Details:
Regular meeting of the Library Board of Trustees. Takes place in Meeting Room A. The agenda and meeting notice may be found on the Library website: https://www.balibrary.org/library-board ...
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Bring Your Own Craft

Wednesday, September 25, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room Side B at Barrington Area Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts/Maker, Community/Nonprofit
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Bring a project to work on while you enjoy the company of friends and neighbors. Knitting, sketching, embroidery, or any portable craft - all are welcome. BYOC is a monthly event o

Required
Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Meeting Room Side B
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts/Maker, Community/Nonprofit
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:
Bring a project to work on while you enjoy the company of friends and neighbors. Knitting, sketching, embroidery, or any portable craft - all are welcome. BYOC is a monthly event on 4th Wednesdays. Register for a reminder or drop-in between 1 and ...
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Monday, October 14, 2024 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Meeting Room Side A at Barrington Area Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Regular meeting of the Library Board of Trustees. Takes place in Meeting Room A. The agenda and meeting notice may be found on the Library website: https://www.balibrary.org/librar

Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Meeting Room Side A
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Event Details:
Regular meeting of the Library Board of Trustees. Takes place in Meeting Room A. The agenda and meeting notice may be found on the Library website: https://www.balibrary.org/library-board ...
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Bring Your Own Craft

Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room Side B at Barrington Area Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts/Maker, Community/Nonprofit
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Bring a project to work on while you enjoy the company of friends and neighbors. Knitting, sketching, embroidery, or any portable craft - all are welcome. BYOC is a monthly event o

Required
Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Meeting Room Side B
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts/Maker, Community/Nonprofit
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:
Bring a project to work on while you enjoy the company of friends and neighbors. Knitting, sketching, embroidery, or any portable craft - all are welcome. BYOC is a monthly event on 4th Wednesdays. Register for a reminder or drop-in between 1 and ...
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Monday, November 11, 2024 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Meeting Room Side A at Barrington Area Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Regular meeting of the Library Board of Trustees. Takes place in Meeting Room A. The agenda and meeting notice may be found on the Library website: https://www.balibrary.org/librar

Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Meeting Room Side A
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Event Details:
Regular meeting of the Library Board of Trustees. Takes place in Meeting Room A. The agenda and meeting notice may be found on the Library website: https://www.balibrary.org/library-board ...
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Bring Your Own Craft

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room Side B at Barrington Area Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts/Maker, Community/Nonprofit
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Bring a project to work on while you enjoy the company of friends and neighbors. Knitting, sketching, embroidery, or any portable craft - all are welcome. BYOC is a monthly event o

Required
Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Meeting Room Side B
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts/Maker, Community/Nonprofit
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:
Bring a project to work on while you enjoy the company of friends and neighbors. Knitting, sketching, embroidery, or any portable craft - all are welcome. BYOC is a monthly event on 4th Wednesdays. Register for a reminder or drop-in between 1 and ...

Library Closed - Thanksgiving

All Day
Barrington Area Library

The Library will be closed on Thursday, November 28, 2024, for Thanksgiving. Our website is always open at balibrary.org.

Closing
Branches:
Barrington Area Library
Description:
The Library will be closed on Thursday, November 28, 2024, for Thanksgiving. Our website is always open at balibrary.org. ...