Upcoming Events

Share songs, stories, and rhymes with your baby in this interactive virtual story time. Registered participants will be emailed a link to join the virtual story time on the morning of the program. The library’s virtual programs can be accesse...

Participate in our new movie club by watching the selected film of the week and then joining Librarians Hayley and Annette for an online video discussion about the film. This week's film is the classic comedy, HIS GIRL FRIDAY, starring Rosalind ...

We'll share songs, stories, and rhymes in this energetic, interactive virtual story time for toddlers! Registered participants will be emailed a link to join the virtual story time on the morning of the program. The library’s virtual programs...

Explore the many options for streaming music. Learn what content and features are offered on popular streaming services such as Spotify, Apple Music, Tidal, and Freegal.   Registered participants will be emailed a link to join the virtual pro...

 We miss you and want to say, "Hi!" So, take a study break and chat with Youth Services librarians and other kids to see what they are up to. During this session, we will discuss fun Lego builds and building challenges with household engineering...

Children (with a favorite adult) enjoy books, songs, rhymes and movement activities while building language and literacy skills in this interactive, virtual story time. Registered participants will be emailed a link to join the virtual story time ...

Advice for Unusual Times A collaboration between BStrong Together and Barrington Area Library   We're all doing the best we can. Join us online for tips, tools, and a chance to ask questions of local experts. We know you’re busy; we'll keep...

Mr. Nick Davio’s interactive virtual concert experience will get you tapping your toes, clapping your hands, singing and dancing to the melodies and grooves! Featuring original music along with some family friendly classics, this concert is sure...

United States-Iranian relations have grown increasingly fraught over the last several years. Why have things come to this? Learn about the complexities of domestic Iranian politics and how they affect foreign policy, as well as ways that these growin...

Participate in our new movie club by watching the selected film of the week and then joining Librarians Hayley and Annette for an online video discussion about the film. This week's film is The HUNT FOR THE WILDERPEOPLE from acclaimed New Zealan...

Learn how to create and edit a document with Microsoft Word. Use formatting options, line spacing, and page alignment tools. Basic keyboard and mouse skills are required. Intended for beginners. Registered participants will be emailed a link to jo...

Want to attract monarch butterflies and other beneficial pollinators to your yard but don’t know how? Join The Land Conservancy of McHenry County for easy tips and sample garden layouts with native plants that will provide beauty and everything a pol...

Regular monthly meeting of the library's Board of Trustees. Due to health and safety concerns related to the COVID-19 virus, this meeting will be held via conference call pursuant to Executive Order 2020-07. See the meeting notice and agenda on the l...

Join librarians Liz and Sam from your couch to discuss popular titles in a virtual book club for adults. Use your computer, tablet, or phone to log on and be part of the discussion. We'll share the link the day of the event.  Eight Perfect Mu...

Participate in our new movie club by watching the selected film of the week and then joining Librarians Hayley and Annette for an online video discussion about the film. This week's film is LURED, a thriller featuring Lucille Ball, George Sander...

How will your operations change as we move through the phased recovery plan? What resources are available to bolster non-profits? Community Engagement Librarian Sam will share research; bring your own discoveries, and we'll discuss best practices amo...

Learn to create a spreadsheet and easily store, organize, and modify data using Microsoft Excel. Basic keyboard and mouse skills are required. Intended for beginners. Registered participants will be emailed a link to join the virtual program two d...

Join us for a live panel with the Age of Geeks Cosplayers! Our three panelists will discuss a variety of cosplay topics and be asked questions by Librarians Kate and Hayley. This is the perfect panel for anyone that interested in learning about cospl...

Learn the basics of 3D print design by creating a superhero logo keychain using the free web-based software Tinkercad. ...

Airbrush Artist Christopher Messer shows off his skill with an airbrush in this panel that is bursting with creativity! ...