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Sewing Machine Basics: Lavender Scented Sachet

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room Side B at Barrington Area Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts/Maker, Technology Topics
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Learn the basics of our sewing machines with a slow, step-by-step tutorial, then test your skills with a lavender scented sachet. Register. Meeting Room B.

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

Learn the basics of our sewing machines with a slow, step-by-step tutorial, then test your skills with a lavender scented sachet. Register. Meeting Room B.

Disclaimer(s)

MakerLab Program

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

Sewing Machine Basics: Lavender Scented Sachet

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room Side B at Barrington Area Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts/Maker, Technology Topics
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Learn the basics of our sewing machines with a slow, step-by-step tutorial, then test your skills with a lavender scented sachet. Register. Meeting Room B.

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

Learn the basics of our sewing machines with a slow, step-by-step tutorial, then test your skills with a lavender scented sachet. Register. Meeting Room B.

Disclaimer(s)

MakerLab Program

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

Finals Café

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 1:00pm - 9:00pm
Meeting Room at Barrington Area Library
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Drop into the Library to study, enjoy light refreshments, and de-stress during exam week. Our meeting room will be reserved from 1-9 PM just for high school students! Drop-in. Meet...

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

Drop into the Library to study, enjoy light refreshments, and de-stress during exam week. Our meeting room will be reserved from 1-9 PM just for high school students! Drop-in. Meeting Room.

Finals Café

Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 1:00pm - 9:00pm
Meeting Room at Barrington Area Library
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Drop into the Library to study, enjoy light refreshments, and de-stress during exam week. Our meeting room will be reserved from 1-9 PM just for high school students! Drop-in. Meet...

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

Drop into the Library to study, enjoy light refreshments, and de-stress during exam week. Our meeting room will be reserved from 1-9 PM just for high school students! Drop-in. Meeting Room.

Finals Café

Friday, May 24, 2024 at 1:00pm - 9:00pm
Meeting Room at Barrington Area Library
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Drop into the Library to study, enjoy light refreshments, and de-stress during exam week. Our meeting room will be reserved from 1-9 PM just for high school students! Drop-in. Meet...

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

Drop into the Library to study, enjoy light refreshments, and de-stress during exam week. Our meeting room will be reserved from 1-9 PM just for high school students! Drop-in. Meeting Room.

Teaching Garden Workshop: Gardening with Kids

Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at 9:30am - 11:00am
BALibrary Teaching Garden at Barrington Area Library
Age Group:
Children, Elementary, Middle School, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Local gardeners provide hands-on instruction in seasonal gardening tasks. From 9:30-10 we’ll focus on basic garden maintenance. From 10-11, we’ll focus on a specific gardening topi...

Required
Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: BALibrary Teaching Garden
Age Group: Children, Elementary, Middle School, Teens, Adults
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Local gardeners provide hands-on instruction in seasonal gardening tasks. From 9:30-10 we’ll focus on basic garden maintenance. From 10-11, we’ll focus on a specific gardening topic. Meets weekly starting Tuesday, May 28, weather permitting.

Excel Basics

Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room Side B at Barrington Area Library
Program Type:
Technology Topics
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Learn the very simple basics in Excel and how to search the right resources to learn more. Register. Meeting Room B.

Required
Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Meeting Room Side B
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Technology Topics
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Learn the very simple basics in Excel and how to search the right resources to learn more. Register. Meeting Room B.

The Art of Ikebana

Thursday, May 30, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room Side A at Barrington Area Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts/Maker
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Immerse yourself in this lecture and demo from the Japanese Culture Center as they walk us through the traditional art of flower arranging known as ikebana. Register. Meeting Room....

Required
Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Meeting Room Side A
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts/Maker
Required
Seats Remaining: 32
Event Details:

Immerse yourself in this lecture and demo from the Japanese Culture Center as they walk us through the traditional art of flower arranging known as ikebana. Register. Meeting Room.

Summer Kickoff Party

Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
Program Room at Barrington Area Library
Age Group:
Children, Birth to PreK, Elementary, Middle School, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

Sign up for Summer Reading and celebrate the season of sunshine at this all-ages outdoor event! Register for a reminder email or drop in. What's happening? Summer Reading sign-...

Required
Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children, Birth to PreK, Elementary, Middle School, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Required
Seats Remaining: 424
Event Details:

Sign up for Summer Reading and celebrate the season of sunshine at this all-ages outdoor event! Register for a reminder email or drop in.

Sewing: Cactus Pincushion

Monday, June 3, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room Side B at Barrington Area Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts/Maker, Technology Topics
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Learn the basics of using a sewing machine, then put your skills to the test to sew a cactus pincushion. Register. Meeting Room B.

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

Learn the basics of using a sewing machine, then put your skills to the test to sew a cactus pincushion. Register. Meeting Room B.

Sewing: Cactus Pincushion

Monday, June 3, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room Side B at Barrington Area Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts/Maker, Technology Topics
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Learn the basics of using a sewing machine, then put your skills to the test to sew a cactus pincushion. Register. Meeting Room B.

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

Learn the basics of using a sewing machine, then put your skills to the test to sew a cactus pincushion. Register. Meeting Room B.

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
Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Blue background, text reads Community: Let's Grow Together

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: 87
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: 0
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.

Board Of Trustees Personnel Committee Meeting

Monday, June 10, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room Side A at Barrington Area Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Personnel Committee 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.bal...

Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Meeting Room Side A
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Personnel Committee meeting of the Library Board of Trustees. Takes place in Meeting Room A.

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: 5
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.

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: 19

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
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
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.

Colored stripes in background, text reading Second Fridays, black and white drawings of musical instruments

Second Fridays: Chris White Trio

Friday, June 14, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Meeting Room at Barrington Area Library
Program Type:
Music
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

Enjoy an evening of instrumental jazz on piano, bass, and guitar. Chris White has performed at the Chicago Jazz Festival, Jazz Showcase, The Green Mill, and more! Register. Meeting...

Required
Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Music
Required
Seats Remaining: 121
Event Details:

Enjoy an evening of instrumental jazz on piano, bass, and guitar. Chris White has performed at the Chicago Jazz Festival, Jazz Showcase, The Green Mill, and more! Register. Meeting Room.

DIY Scrubs

Monday, June 17, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room at Barrington Area Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Use common pantry items to create hand and lip scrubs – a great gift or self-care treat! For adults. Register. Meeting Room.

Required
Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Use common pantry items to create hand and lip scrubs – a great gift or self-care treat! For adults. Register. Meeting Room.

DIY Scrubs

Monday, June 17, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room at Barrington Area Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Use common pantry items to create hand and lip scrubs – a great gift or self-care treat! For adults. Register. Meeting Room.

Required
Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Use common pantry items to create hand and lip scrubs – a great gift or self-care treat! For adults. Register. Meeting Room.

Teaching Garden Workshop: Controlling Spreading Perennials

Tuesday, June 18, 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: 20

Create a Self-Care Menu

Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room Side A at Barrington Area Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Explore ways to prioritize self-care and create a personalized menu tailored to your needs! Register. Meeting Room.

Required
Library Branch: Barrington Area Library
Room: Meeting Room Side A
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Explore ways to prioritize self-care and create a personalized menu tailored to your needs! Register. Meeting Room.