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Read With Me™ - Therapy Dogs (Gr 1-5)

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 10:15am - 10:30am
Program Room at Barrington Area Library
Age Group:
Children, Elementary
Event Details:

Grades 1 – 5SOUL Harbour Ranch will be here with their Pet Partners registered therapy dogs for some cozy one-on-one reading time. The Pet Partners Read With Me™ initiative incorpo...

Required
Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Grades 1 – 5

Read With Me™ - Therapy Dogs (Gr 1-5)

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 10:30am - 10:45am
Program Room at Barrington Area Library
Age Group:
Children, Elementary
Event Details:

Grades 1 – 5SOUL Harbour Ranch will be here with their Pet Partners registered therapy dogs for some cozy one-on-one reading time. The Pet Partners Read With Me™ initiative incorpo...

Required
Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Grades 1 – 5

Read With Me™ - Therapy Dogs (Gr 1-5)

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 10:45am - 11:00am
Program Room at Barrington Area Library
Age Group:
Children, Elementary
Event Details:

Grades 1 – 5SOUL Harbour Ranch will be here with their Pet Partners registered therapy dogs for some cozy one-on-one reading time. The Pet Partners Read With Me™ initiative incorpo...

Required
Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Grades 1 – 5

Happy Birthday Story Time

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Program Room at Barrington Area Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Children, Birth to PreK, Elementary
Event Details:

All ages w/caregiver.Join us for a special story time during your birthday month and we’ll celebrate YOU with stories, songs, and a craft! Register with the birthday child’s name. ...

Required
Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children, Birth to PreK, Elementary
Program Type: Story Time
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

All ages w/caregiver.

Join us for a special story time during your birthday month and we’ll celebrate YOU with stories, songs, and a craft! Register with the birthday child’s name. Program Room.

Parent Playdate (Ages 0-18 months w/caregiver)

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Story Room at Barrington Area Library
Age Group:
Children, Birth to PreK
Event Details:

Ages 0-18 months w/caregiverJoin us for a cup of coffee and informal play group. Meet up with friends you already have or make new ones! Drop in. Story Room.

Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Children, Birth to PreK
Event Details:

Ages 0-18 months w/caregiver

Join us for a cup of coffee and informal play group. Meet up with friends you already have or make new ones! Drop in. Story Room.

Capstone Cafè

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 3:00pm - 9:00pm
Meeting Room at Barrington Area Library
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Stop by the library to study, enjoy light refreshments, and de-stress during Capstone Days. Our large meeting room will be reserved from 3 - 9 PM just for high school students! Dro...

Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

Stop by the library to study, enjoy light refreshments, and de-stress during Capstone Days. Our large meeting room will be reserved from 3 - 9 PM just for high school students! Drop in. Meeting Room.

Art Studio (Gr K-8)

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Program Room at Barrington Area Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts/Maker
Age Group:
Children, Birth to PreK, Elementary, Middle School
Event Details:

Grades K – 8, caregivers welcomeCreate something amazing with the Library’s art supplies. Drop in. Program Room. 

Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children, Birth to PreK, Elementary, Middle School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts/Maker
Event Details:

Grades K – 8, caregivers welcome

Create something amazing with the Library’s art supplies. Drop in. Program Room. 

Disclaimer(s)

Youth Services Drop-In Events

Drop in and please bring your Barrington Area Library card for priority admission. Customers from other library districts will be admitted as space is available. Seating is first come, first served.

Little Kids, Big Feelings (Ages 3-6 w/caregiver)

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Program Room at Barrington Area Library
Age Group:
Children, Birth to PreK, Elementary
Event Details:

Ages 3 – 6 w/caregiver.Mister Rogers often said that anything mentionable is manageable. Join us as we create a space to talk about all feelings big and small through books, songs,...

Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children, Birth to PreK, Elementary
Event Details:

Ages 3 – 6 w/caregiver.

Mister Rogers often said that anything mentionable is manageable. Join us as we create a space to talk about all feelings big and small through books, songs, and mindfulness exercises. Drop in. Program Room. 

Disclaimer(s)

Story Times

Program space is limited. BALibrary cardholders receive priority admission until a program begins or is filled. Drop in except where noted. Story Room.

 

Capstone Cafè

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 3:00pm - 9:00pm
Meeting Room at Barrington Area Library
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Stop by the library to study, enjoy light refreshments, and de-stress during Capstone Days. Our large meeting room will be reserved from 3 - 9 PM just for high school students! Enj...

Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

Stop by the library to study, enjoy light refreshments, and de-stress during Capstone Days. Our large meeting room will be reserved from 3 - 9 PM just for high school students!

Afterschool Story + Craft (Gr K-2)

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Program Room at Barrington Area Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts/Maker, Story Time
Age Group:
Children, Elementary
Event Details:

Grades K-2Just One Flake by Travis Jonker + snowflake craft. Register. Program Room. 

Required
Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary
Program Type: Arts & Crafts/Maker, Story Time
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Grades K-2

Just One Flake by Travis Jonker + snowflake craft. Register. Program Room. 

Capstone Cafè

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 3:00pm - 9:00pm
Meeting Room at Barrington Area Library
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Stop by the library to study, enjoy light refreshments, and de-stress during Capstone Days. Our large meeting room will be reserved from 3 - 9 PM just for high school students! Dro...

Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

Stop by the library to study, enjoy light refreshments, and de-stress during Capstone Days. Our large meeting room will be reserved from 3 - 9 PM just for high school students! Drop in. Meeting Room.

Candle Making (Gr 5-8)

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Program Room at Barrington Area Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts/Maker
Age Group:
Children, Elementary, Middle School
Event Details:

Grades 5 – 8Join us to create your own personalized candle! Register. Program Room.

Required
Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary, Middle School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts/Maker
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Grades 5 – 8

Join us to create your own personalized candle! Register. Program Room.

Little Women: The Musical (2022)

All Day 12/20 - 12/22
Virtual Program
Age Group:
Middle School, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

This virtual event will involve a recording of the performance and is for at-home screenings only.Space for the event is limited. Please register at the following link: https://bit...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Program
Age Group: Middle School, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

This virtual event will involve a recording of the performance and is for at-home screenings only.

Story Time Dance Party

Friday, December 20, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room at Barrington Area Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Children, Birth to PreK, Elementary
Event Details:

All ages w/caregiverBop to the beat and share some stories! Drop in. Meeting Room.

Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Birth to PreK, Elementary
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

All ages w/caregiver

Bop to the beat and share some stories! Drop in. Meeting Room.

Disclaimer(s)

Youth Services Drop-In Events

Drop in and please bring your Barrington Area Library card for priority admission. Customers from other library districts will be admitted as space is available. Seating is first come, first served.

Lego Club

Friday, December 20, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Program Room at Barrington Area Library
Age Group:
Children, Birth to PreK, Elementary
Event Details:

All ages w/caregiver.Make LEGO robots, create stories, and build amazing creations. Drop in. Program Room.

Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children, Birth to PreK, Elementary
Event Details:

All ages w/caregiver.

Make LEGO robots, create stories, and build amazing creations. Drop in. Program Room.

Disclaimer(s)

Youth Services Drop-In Events

Drop in and please bring your Barrington Area Library card for priority admission. Customers from other library districts will be admitted as space is available. Seating is first come, first served.

Cozy Pajama Story Time

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Story Room at Barrington Area Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Children, Birth to PreK, Elementary
Event Details:

All ages w/caregiverDress in your coziest PJs, grab your favorite stuffed friend (and grownup!), and cuddle up for relaxing stories, rhymes, and songs. Drop in. Story Room.

Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Children, Birth to PreK, Elementary
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

All ages w/caregiver

Dress in your coziest PJs, grab your favorite stuffed friend (and grownup!), and cuddle up for relaxing stories, rhymes, and songs. Drop in. Story Room.

Disclaimer(s)

Youth Services Drop-In Events

Drop in and please bring your Barrington Area Library card for priority admission. Customers from other library districts will be admitted as space is available. Seating is first come, first served.

Library Closed - Christmas Eve

All Day
Barrington Area Library

The Library will be closed on Tuesday, December 24, and Wednesday, December 25, 2024, for Christmas. Our website is always open at balibrary.org.

Closing
Branches:
Barrington Area Library
Description:

The Library will be closed on Tuesday, December 24, and Wednesday, December 25, 2024, for Christmas. Our website is always open at balibrary.org.

Library Closed - Christmas Day

All Day
Barrington Area Library

The Library will be closed on Tuesday, December 24, and Wednesday, December 25, 2024, for Christmas. Our website is always open at balibrary.org.

Closing
Branches:
Barrington Area Library
Description:

The Library will be closed on Tuesday, December 24, and Wednesday, December 25, 2024, for Christmas. Our website is always open at balibrary.org.

Wonderful Wacky Juggler

Friday, December 27, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room at Barrington Area Library
Age Group:
Children, Birth to PreK, Elementary, Middle School
Event Details:

Juggling, comedy, and audience antics! Andy Head is the perfect blend of silliness and sophistication! Drop in. Meeting Room.

Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Birth to PreK, Elementary, Middle School
Event Details:

Juggling, comedy, and audience antics! Andy Head is the perfect blend of silliness and sophistication! Drop in. Meeting Room.

Disclaimer(s)

Youth Services Drop-In Events

Drop in and please bring your Barrington Area Library card for priority admission. Customers from other library districts will be admitted as space is available. Seating is first come, first served.

Wonderful Wacky Juggler

Friday, December 27, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room at Barrington Area Library
Age Group:
Children, Birth to PreK, Elementary, Middle School
Event Details:

Juggling, comedy, and audience antics! Andy Head is the perfect blend of silliness and sophistication! Drop in. Meeting Room.

Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Birth to PreK, Elementary, Middle School
Event Details:

Juggling, comedy, and audience antics! Andy Head is the perfect blend of silliness and sophistication! Drop in. Meeting Room.

Disclaimer(s)

Youth Services Drop-In Events

Drop in and please bring your Barrington Area Library card for priority admission. Customers from other library districts will be admitted as space is available. Seating is first come, first served.

Sensory Playtime

Monday, December 30, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Program Room at Barrington Area Library
Age Group:
Children, Birth to PreK, Elementary
Event Details:

All ages w/caregiverJoin us for a sensory play experience that includes a variety of activities specifically designed to engage the senses. Drop in. Program Room.

Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children, Birth to PreK, Elementary
Event Details:

All ages w/caregiver

Join us for a sensory play experience that includes a variety of activities specifically designed to engage the senses. Drop in. Program Room.

Disclaimer(s)

Youth Services Drop-In Events

Drop in and please bring your Barrington Area Library card for priority admission. Customers from other library districts will be admitted as space is available. Seating is first come, first served.

Library Closed - New Year's Eve

All Day
Barrington Area Library

The Library will be closed on Tuesday, December 31, and Wednesday, January 1 (2025) for New Year's. Our website is always open at balibrary.org.

Closing
Branches:
Barrington Area Library
Description:

The Library will be closed on Tuesday, December 31, and Wednesday, January 1 (2025) for New Year's. Our website is always open at balibrary.org.

Library Closed - New Year's Day

All Day
Barrington Area Library

The Library will be closed on Tuesday, December 31, and Wednesday, January 1 (2025) for New Year's. Our website is always open at balibrary.org.

Closing
Branches:
Barrington Area Library
Description:

The Library will be closed on Tuesday, December 31, and Wednesday, January 1 (2025) for New Year's. Our website is always open at balibrary.org.

Game of Warriors: Brazilian Capoeira

Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room at Barrington Area Library
Age Group:
Children, Birth to PreK, Elementary, Middle School
Event Details:

Gingarte Capoeira Chicago introduces audiences to the history and meaning behind capoeira, a Brazilian cultural art form that beautifully combines dance and music with the acrobati...

Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Birth to PreK, Elementary, Middle School
Event Details:

Gingarte 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.

Disclaimer(s)

Youth Services Drop-In Events

Drop in and please bring your Barrington Area Library card for priority admission. Customers from other library districts will be admitted as space is available. Seating is first come, first served.