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Flower Pot Fairy Homes

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room at Barrington Area Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts/Maker
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Use flower pots and laser cut items to create cute, customizable homes for our fairy friends. Cardholder only. Ages 14+. Meeting Room. 

Required
Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts/Maker
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Use flower pots and laser cut items to create cute, customizable homes for our fairy friends. Cardholder only. Ages 14+. Meeting Room. 

Flower Pot Fairy Homes

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room at Barrington Area Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts/Maker
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Use flower pots and laser cut items to create cute, customizable homes for our fairy friends. Cardholder only. Ages 14+. Meeting Room. 

Required
Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts/Maker
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Use flower pots and laser cut items to create cute, customizable homes for our fairy friends. Cardholder only. Ages 14+. Meeting Room. 

Green Cleaning and Make & Take

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room Side A at Barrington Area Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts/Maker, Community/Nonprofit, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

In collaboration with Go Green BarringtonFor Earth Day 2025, we'll learn tools and tips to reduce hazardous waste in your home, safer disposal methods, and recipes to create your o...

Required
Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Meeting Room Side A
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts/Maker, Community/Nonprofit, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

In collaboration with Go Green Barrington

Green Cleaning and Make & Take

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room Side A at Barrington Area Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts/Maker, Community/Nonprofit, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

In collaboration with Go Green BarringtonFor Earth Day 2025, we'll learn tools and tips to reduce hazardous waste in your home, safer disposal methods, and recipes to create your o...

Required
Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Meeting Room Side A
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts/Maker, Community/Nonprofit, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

In collaboration with Go Green Barrington

Sewing Machine Basics

Monday, April 14, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
MakerLab at Barrington Area Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts/Maker, Technology Topics
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Learn the basics of the library’s sewing machines in this no-project, no-stress tutorial! Register. MakerLab.

Required
Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: MakerLab
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts/Maker, Technology Topics
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Learn the basics of the library’s sewing machines in this no-project, no-stress tutorial! Register. MakerLab.

Disclaimer(s)

MakerLab Program

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

Sewing Machine Basics

Monday, April 14, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
MakerLab at Barrington Area Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts/Maker, Technology Topics
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Learn the basics of the library’s sewing machines in this no-project, no-stress tutorial! Register. MakerLab.

Required
Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: MakerLab
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts/Maker, Technology Topics
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Learn the basics of the library’s sewing machines in this no-project, no-stress tutorial! Register. MakerLab.

Disclaimer(s)

MakerLab Program

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

All About Animals: Sharks (Gr K-2)

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Program Room at Barrington Area Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts/Maker, Story Time
Age Group:
Children, Elementary
Event Details:

Grades K-2.Learn all about an animal and make a 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.

Learn all about an animal and make a craft! Register. 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.

 

Crochet 101 (Gr 5-8)

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Program Room at Barrington Area Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts/Maker
Age Group:
Elementary, Middle School
Event Details:

Grades 5 – 8Learn the very basics of crocheting and create a bookmark. Register. Program Room.

Required
Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Elementary, Middle School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts/Maker
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Grades 5 – 8

Learn the very basics of crocheting and create a bookmark. Register. Program Room.

Springtime Craft

Friday, April 18, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Program Room at Barrington Area Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts/Maker
Age Group:
Children, Birth to PreK
Event Details:

Let your creativity bloom with an art activity for all ages. Drop in. Program Room.

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

Let your creativity bloom with an art activity for all ages. Drop in. Program Room.

Food Expo: Wine Glass Etching & Charms

Monday, April 21, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
MakerLab at Barrington Area Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts/Maker, Technology Topics
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

In Inkscape, create a design to etch a wine glass on the laser cutter. Register. MakerLab.

Required
Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: MakerLab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts/Maker, Technology Topics
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

In Inkscape, create a design to etch a wine glass on the laser cutter. Register. MakerLab.

Disclaimer(s)

MakerLab Program

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

Food Expo: Wine Glass Etching & Charms

Monday, April 21, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
MakerLab at Barrington Area Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts/Maker, Technology Topics
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

In Inkscape, create a design to etch a wine glass on the laser cutter. Register. MakerLab.

Required
Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: MakerLab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts/Maker, Technology Topics
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

In Inkscape, create a design to etch a wine glass on the laser cutter. Register. MakerLab.

Disclaimer(s)

MakerLab Program

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

Afterschool Story + Craft (Gr K-2)

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 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-2Hello, Rain! By Kyo Maclear 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: 12
Event Details:

Grades K-2

Hello, Rain! By Kyo Maclear Register. Program Room. 

DIY Watercolor Birthday Card

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
MakerLab at Barrington Area Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts/Maker, Technology Topics
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Paint a basic birthday card with watercolors, and add vinyl words cut on the Silhouette machine. Register. MakerLab.

Required
Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: MakerLab
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts/Maker, Technology Topics
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Paint a basic birthday card with watercolors, and add vinyl words cut on the Silhouette machine. Register. MakerLab.

Disclaimer(s)

MakerLab Program

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

DIY Watercolor Birthday Card

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
MakerLab at Barrington Area Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts/Maker, Technology Topics
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Paint a basic birthday card with watercolors, and add vinyl words cut on the Silhouette machine. Register. MakerLab.

Required
Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: MakerLab
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts/Maker, Technology Topics
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Paint a basic birthday card with watercolors, and add vinyl words cut on the Silhouette machine. Register. MakerLab.

Disclaimer(s)

MakerLab Program

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

Beginning Weaving (Gr 3-5)

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Program Room at Barrington Area Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts/Maker
Age Group:
Children, Elementary
Event Details:

Grades 3 – 5Weave a simple potholder. Register. Program Room.

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

Grades 3 – 5

Weave a simple potholder. Register. Program Room.

Art Studio (Gr K-8)

Friday, May 2, 2025 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.

Sensory Playtime

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Program Room at Barrington Area Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts/Maker
Age Group:
Children, Birth to PreK, Elementary
Event Details:

All ages w/caregiverEnjoy variety of play 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
Program Type: Arts & Crafts/Maker
Event Details:

All ages w/caregiver

Enjoy variety of play 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.

Double Sided Etching

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
MakerLab at Barrington Area Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts/Maker, Technology Topics
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Learn how to use center engrave on the laser cutter to create a double sided etch. Register. MakerLab. 

Required
Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: MakerLab
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts/Maker, Technology Topics
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Learn how to use center engrave on the laser cutter to create a double sided etch. Register. MakerLab.

 

Disclaimer(s)

MakerLab Program

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

All About Animals: Monkeys (Gr K-2)

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Program Room at Barrington Area Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts/Maker, Story Time
Age Group:
Children, Elementary
Event Details:

Grades K-2.Learn all about an animal and make a 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.

Learn all about an animal and make a craft! Register. 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.

 

Sewing Machine: Cosmic Banner

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
MakerLab at Barrington Area Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts/Maker, Technology Topics
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Sew a cosmic banner and then use the heat press to add a vinyl phrase. Register. MakerLab.

Required
Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: MakerLab
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts/Maker, Technology Topics
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Sew a cosmic banner and then use the heat press to add a vinyl phrase. Register. MakerLab.

Disclaimer(s)

MakerLab Program

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

Sewing Machine: Cosmic Banner

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
MakerLab at Barrington Area Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts/Maker, Technology Topics
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Sew a cosmic banner and then use the heat press to add a vinyl phrase. Register. MakerLab.

Required
Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: MakerLab
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts/Maker, Technology Topics
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Sew a cosmic banner and then use the heat press to add a vinyl phrase. Register. MakerLab.

Disclaimer(s)

MakerLab Program

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

Paint It @ BALibrary: Springtime Lovebugs

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room Side A at Barrington Area Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts/Maker
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Let your creativity bloom with this heartwarming scene! Art instructor Ivy will show you how, step by step. Dress for a mess! Priority registration for BALibrary cardholders. Ages ...

Required
Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Meeting Room Side A
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts/Maker
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Let your creativity bloom with this heartwarming scene! Art instructor Ivy will show you how, step by step. Dress for a mess! Priority registration for BALibrary cardholders. Ages 14+. Meeting Room.

Afterschool Story + Craft (Gr K-2)

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 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-2Waiting for Wings by Lois Ehlert. 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: 12
Event Details:

Grades K-2

Waiting for Wings by Lois Ehlert. Register. Program Room. 

Paint It @ BALibrary: Springtime Lovebugs

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Meeting Room Side A at Barrington Area Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts/Maker
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Let your creativity bloom with this heartwarming scene! Art instructor Ivy will show you how, step by step. Dress for a mess! Priority registration for BALibrary cardholders. Ages ...

Required
Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Meeting Room Side A
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts/Maker
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Let your creativity bloom with this heartwarming scene! Art instructor Ivy will show you how, step by step. Dress for a mess! Priority registration for BALibrary cardholders. Ages 14+. Meeting Room.