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Managing Money: A Caregiver's Guide to Finances

Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room Side A at Barrington Area Library
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

In collaboration with Bacoa Join Bacoa and the Alzheimer's Association's Dan Briscoe, Vice President of Wealth Management for Byline Bank, and learn the costs of caregiving and ...

Required
Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Meeting Room Side A
Age Group: Adults
Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

In collaboration with Bacoa

Art Play

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Program Room at Barrington Area Library
Age Group:
Children, Birth to PreK, Elementary
Event Details:

Through process-oriented art, kids explore their imagination and develop creative thinking skills. Join us for an open-ended art project for all ages and abilities. Mess-makers wel...

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

Through process-oriented art, kids explore their imagination and develop creative thinking skills. Join us for an open-ended art project for all ages and abilities. Mess-makers welcome! 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.

Recycled Robots

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Program Room at Barrington Area Library
Age Group:
Children, Birth to PreK, Elementary, Middle School
Event Details:

All ages. Make a super cool robot using cardboard boxes and other recycled materials. Drop in. Program Room.

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

All ages.

Make a super cool robot using cardboard boxes and other recycled materials. 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.

Tech Open Lab

Friday, June 7, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Program Room at Barrington Area Library
Age Group:
Children, Birth to PreK, Elementary, Middle School
Event Details:

All ages w/ caregiver Families explore a variety of technology such as robots, circuits, iPads, and more. Drop in. Program Room.

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

All ages w/ caregiver

Families explore a variety of technology such as robots, circuits, iPads, and more. 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.

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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 2026 marks the Quarter-Millennial of the United States – let’s celebrate! Author, actor, and ...

Required
Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community/Nonprofit
Required
Seats Remaining: 91
Event Details:

In collaboration with the Daughters of the American Revolution, Signal Hill Chapter

Family Photo Tile Craft

Monday, June 10, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Conference Room at Barrington Area Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts/Maker
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

Create a unique photo ceramic tile using our sublimation printer – transform a favorite photo into the perfect gift! Bring in the photo (digital or paper) and we’ll help you do the...

Required
Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts/Maker
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Create a unique photo ceramic tile using our sublimation printer – transform a favorite photo into the perfect gift! Bring in the photo (digital or paper) and we’ll help you do the rest. Register. Conference Room.

Disclaimer(s)

MakerLab Program

Use of the MakerLab and its equipment is reserved for Barrington Area Library cardholders.

Family Photo Tile Craft

Monday, June 10, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Conference Room at Barrington Area Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts/Maker
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

Create a unique photo ceramic tile using our sublimation printer – transform a favorite photo into the perfect gift! Bring in the photo (digital or paper) and we’ll help you do the...

Required
Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts/Maker
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Create a unique photo ceramic tile using our sublimation printer – transform a favorite photo into the perfect gift! Bring in the photo (digital or paper) and we’ll help you do the rest. Register. Conference Room.

Disclaimer(s)

MakerLab Program

Use of the MakerLab and its equipment is reserved for Barrington Area Library cardholders.

LIT: The Violin Conspiracy

Monday, June 10, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room Side B at Barrington Area Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Adult Services Librarians discuss popular titles in a social book club for adults. Register. Meeting Room.

Required
Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Meeting Room Side B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion
Required
Seats Remaining: 22
Event Details:

Adult Services Librarians discuss popular titles in a social book club for adults. Register. Meeting Room.

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

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
Required
Seats Remaining: 18

Game-O-Rama

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room Side A at Barrington Area Library
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Bring your friends for an afternoon of fun! Dave Tuszynski leads simple card and dice games for 2-4 players. Games include: Polish Poker, Wichita, Roll for It, Sevens, LCR and...

Required
Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Meeting Room Side A
Age Group: Adults
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Bring your friends for an afternoon of fun! Dave Tuszynski leads simple card and dice games for 2-4 players. Games include: Polish Poker, Wichita, Roll for It, Sevens, LCR and others. For those 65 and older. Register. Meeting Room.

Baby Time: Lapsit

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Story Room at Barrington Area Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Children, Birth to PreK
Event Details:

Ages 0 – 12 months w/caregiver Bond with your baby as we share rhymes and songs to build early language skills. Drop in. Story Room.

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

Ages 0 – 12 months w/caregiver

Bond with your baby as we share rhymes and songs to build early language skills. Drop in. Story 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.

 

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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
Required
Seats Remaining: 36
Event Details:

Dr.

Tai Chi

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room Side B at Barrington Area Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Relax and learn with Allison Deputy of MoonWillow Tai Chi. Register. Meeting Room

Required
Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Meeting Room Side B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Relax and learn with Allison Deputy of MoonWillow Tai Chi. Register. Meeting Room

Wobbly Ones

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Story Room at Barrington Area Library
Age Group:
Children, Birth to PreK
Event Details:

Ages 12 – 24 months w/caregiver Enjoy songs, rhymes and stories that support early language and motor skills. Drop in. Story Room.

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

Ages 12 – 24 months w/caregiver

Enjoy songs, rhymes and stories that support early language and motor skills. Drop in. Story 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.

 

Toddler Time

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Story Room at Barrington Area Library
Age Group:
Children, Birth to PreK
Event Details:

Ages 2 – 3 years w/caregiver Enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes in this energetic story time for toddlers. Drop In. Story Room.

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

Ages 2 – 3 years w/caregiver

Enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes in this energetic story time for toddlers. Drop In. Story 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.

 

Library Resources for Job-Seekers

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room Side B at Barrington Area Library
Program Type:
Business Topics, Community/Nonprofit
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

Accelerate your search with library resources and insider tips for writing resumes and targeting companies in your area. Open to all, with a focus on resources for recent college g...

Required
Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Meeting Room Side B
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Business Topics, Community/Nonprofit
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Accelerate your search with library resources and insider tips for writing resumes and targeting companies in your area. Open to all, with a focus on resources for recent college grads and others entering/re-entering the work force. Register.

Tie Dye (Gr K-2)

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 1:30pm - 2:15pm
BALibrary Lawn at Barrington Area Library
Age Group:
Children, Elementary
Event Details:

Try out tie-dye techniques on the BALibrary Lawn. Library will provide 1 white T-shirt and 1 white bandana; please feel free to bring other items from home to tie-dye. Dress for a ...

Required
Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: BALibrary Lawn
Age Group: Children, Elementary
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Try out tie-dye techniques on the BALibrary Lawn. Library will provide 1 white T-shirt and 1 white bandana; please feel free to bring other items from home to tie-dye. Dress for a mess. Weather permitting. Register. BALibrary Lawn.

Tie Dye (Gr 3-5)

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:15pm
BALibrary Lawn at Barrington Area Library
Age Group:
Children, Elementary
Event Details:

Try out tie-dye techniques on the BALibrary Lawn. Library will provide 1 white T-shirt and 1 white bandana; please feel free to bring other items from home to tie-dye. Dress for a ...

Required
Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: BALibrary Lawn
Age Group: Children, Elementary
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Try out tie-dye techniques on the BALibrary Lawn. Library will provide 1 white T-shirt and 1 white bandana; please feel free to bring other items from home to tie-dye. Dress for a mess. Weather permitting. Register. BALibrary Lawn.

Tie Dye (Gr 6-8)

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
BALibrary Lawn at Barrington Area Library
Age Group:
Children, Middle School
Event Details:

Try out tie-dye techniques on the BALibrary Lawn. Library will provide 1 white T-shirt and 1 white bandana; please feel free to bring other items from home to tie-dye. Dress for a ...

Required
Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: BALibrary Lawn
Age Group: Children, Middle School
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Try out tie-dye techniques on the BALibrary Lawn. Library will provide 1 white T-shirt and 1 white bandana; please feel free to bring other items from home to tie-dye. Dress for a mess. Weather permitting. Register. BALibrary Lawn.

Coffee & Coloring

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room Side B at Barrington Area Library
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Pour yourself a cup of coffee and enjoy coloring and conversation with other Library customers.  Register. Meeting Room

Required
Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Meeting Room Side B
Age Group: Adults
Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Details:

Pour yourself a cup of coffee and enjoy coloring and conversation with other Library customers.  Register. Meeting Room

Art Play

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Program Room at Barrington Area Library
Age Group:
Children, Birth to PreK, Elementary
Event Details:

Through process-oriented art, kids explore their imagination and develop creative thinking skills. Join us for an open-ended art project for all ages and abilities. Mess-makers wel...

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

Through process-oriented art, kids explore their imagination and develop creative thinking skills. Join us for an open-ended art project for all ages and abilities. Mess-makers welcome! 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.

Ukulele Sing-Along Story Time

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Program Room at Barrington Area Library
Age Group:
Children, Birth to PreK, Elementary
Event Details:

Ages 2 – 6 w/caregiver Experience the joys of song and dance in this interactive, sing-along story time. Drop in. Story Room.

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

Ages 2 – 6 w/caregiver

Experience the joys of song and dance in this interactive, sing-along story time. Drop in. Story 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.

 

Father's Day Cardmaking

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Program Room at Barrington Area Library
Age Group:
Children, Birth to PreK, Elementary, Middle School
Event Details:

All ages w/ caregiver. Drop in and make a card for that special someone! Drop in. Program Room.

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

All ages w/ caregiver.

Drop in and make a card for that special someone! 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.