check it out Summer 2017 read I watch I listen I research I create I experience
Gear up for a summer of reading, learning, and fun! Join the Summer Learning Challenge and: read that book you’ve been meaning to check out, try a new hobby, or explore your passions. Challenge yourself and supercharge your summer!
How?
Join our community of readers and learners online at balibrary.org/ summer. Then read, write book reviews, attend classes or events, and complete other learning activities.
Track your points online to earn badges and prizes!
Who?
You’ll find challenges and goals tailored to Pre-Readers (Birth – Pre-K), Readers (K – 8), Teens, and Adults.
Why?
Kids who join the Summer Learning Challenge read, play, and stay curious all summer long. Summer learning leads to higher graduation rates and positive effects on children’s
self-esteem, confidence, and motivation. Adults, your brain benefits from reading and learning new things, too! Be a reading role model this summer.
All participants can help us
reach our community reading goal of 12,000 books this summer, when Barrington Bank and Trust will generously donate $1,000 to the Cuba Township and Barrington Township Food Pantries.
Summer Learning Challenge Kickoff Party Thursday, June 1, 4 – 6 PM
Family Science Fair
Wednesday, June 28, 6:30 – 8 PM All ages w/caregiver Drop in to explore hands-on activities and science fair projects presented by Barrington families. Everyone wins on this night of fun and learning. Meeting Room. Does your family love learning together? Want to be a part of this community science adventure? Find project ideas and register online at balibrary.org/science by June 21.
Mini Battle of the Books
Friday, August 11, 2 – 3:30 PM Grades 5 – 8
Meeting Room. Register. • Ready to battle? Form a team of up to six people. • Read the following three titles on next year’s Rebecca Caudill nominees list: Book Scavenger, A Night Divided, and Fuzzy Mud. • Be ready to answer questions based on the books. May the best team win!
Kids and families: celebrate the end of the school year and the beginning of summer!
See inside for more events for children and families. Adult programs begin on page seven.
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Hello, summer!
Please note: some programs are drop in, some require registration. Bring your BALibrary card for admission. Guests from other library districts admitted as space allows. Seating is first come, first served.
Dinosaur Discoveries
Tuesday, June 13, 3 PM & 5 PM All ages w/caregiver
Paleontologist “Illinois Bones” needs your help exploring and learning all about the world of dinosaurs! Meeting Room.
Wheels, Levers, and Pulleys! With DuPage Children’s Museum Thursday, July 6 Grades 1 – 2, 1 PM Grades 3 – 5, 3 PM
Thursday, June 22, 2 PM All ages w/caregiver
Get a grip on the physics of simple machines with hands-on, interactive learning! Explore force of friction, enjoy wheelchair bowling, experience the power of levers, experiment with gear ratios. Meeting Room. Register.
Sing, clap, dance, and even sneeze along during this concert by awardwinning musician and author Jim Gill. Meeting Room.
Yoga for Kids
Family Theater: The Legend of Marshmallow Island
Amazing Animals!
Instructors from Barrington’s Nirvana Yoga Studio teach an empowering yoga class for kids at the library. Bring your own mat, or use a mat they provide. Meeting Room. Register.
Family Theater: Three Little Pigs Family Music: Jim Gill Thursday, June 8, 10:30 AM All ages w/caregiver
Friday, June 9, 2:30 PM All ages w/caregiver
Meet, pet, and learn about your furry, scaled, feathered, or shelled animal friends. Meeting Room.
A hilarious, musical rendition of the cautionary tale, Three Little Pigs. Meeting Room.
Monday, June 26, 2 PM Monday, July 17, 2 PM Grades 1 – 6
Family Bubble Show! Friday, June 2, 3 PM All ages w/caregiver
Geoff Akins creates bubble caterpillars, ice cream cones, snowmen, a volcano, and more in this captivating performance. Meeting Room. In honor of Geoff’s first show, which he performed at BALibrary 10 years ago, he has donated this performance to the Barrington community. Thanks, Geoff!
Thursday, July 13, 11 AM All ages w/caregiver
Learn about music from all over the world as we help Larry the Frog find his father in this musical adventure! Meeting Room.
Family Theater: Jumping Over the Moon Puppet Show
Wednesday, August 9, 11 AM All ages w/caregiver
Don’t miss this engaging, musical puppet show that the whole family will love! Meeting Room.
Family Science: The Scientific Method Saturday, August 19, 2 PM Grades 1 – 5 w/caregiver
Learn to use the scientific method with interactive and fun experiments, then apply the results to real world situations. Featuring the dynamic duo: Science Dad and Science Son. Program Room. Register.
story time Please bring your Barrington Area Library Card for admission. Patrons from other library districts are admitted as space is available. No registration required. Story Room.
mondays Family Story Time June, July, August 7 2:30 PM Ages 2 – 5 w/caregiver
Children (with a favorite adult) enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement activities while building language and literacy skills.
tuesdays Baby Time
June, July, August 1 & 8 10 AM Up to 24 months w/caregiver
Share songs, stories, and rhymes with your baby and connect with other new parents in this story time and playtime.
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Art Play
June, July, August 2 11 AM – 12 PM All ages w/caregiver
Try an open-ended art project for all ages and abilities. Process-oriented art helps kids explore their imaginations and develop creative thinking skills. Mess-makers welcome!
weekends
thursdays
Saturday Storytime
are wonderful
Baby & Toddler Playtime
Saturday, June 24, 10:30 AM Ages 2 – 6
Children learn as they play. Explore hands-on activities and connect with other grown-ups in this fun class.
Lego Club
June 8 – August 10 9:30 – 10:30 AM Ages 0 – 3 w/caregiver
Family Story Time June 15 – August 10 11 AM Ages 2 – 5 w/caregiver
Children (with a favorite adult) enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement activities while building language and literacy skills.
Play and explore stories, songs, art, and more in this energetic, Saturday story time. Dress for a mess! Program Room. Drop in.
Saturday, July 29, 2 – 4 PM All ages
Make LEGO robots, create stories, and build amazing creations. Program Room. Drop in.
Family Fort Building Sunday, July 30, 2 – 4 PM All ages
Let’s have family fun and build forts together! Program Room. Drop in.
Toddler Time
*No Thursday Family Story Time on June 8 or July 13 - join us for our Family Shows instead!
Play and explore with stories, songs, art and more in this energetic story time for toddlers. Dress for a mess!
around town
June, July, August 1 & 8 11 AM Ages 2 & 3 w/caregiver
wednesdays Family Story Time June, July, August 2 10 AM Ages 2 – 5 w/caregiver
Children (with a favorite adult) enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement activities while building language and literacy skills.
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Cookies and Milk Story Time
Mondays, June 12, July 10, August 14 10:30 – 11 AM Ages 2 – 5 w/caregiver Stories, snacks, and smiles at Panera in the Arboretum. Panera Bread, 100 W. Higgins Road, South Barrington. Register.
Barrington Farmers Market
Thursdays, June 15 & 29, July 13 & 27, August 10 & 24 Kids’ activities scheduled for 3:30 – 4:30 PM All ages w/caregiver
Enjoying the Farmers Market? Stop by our tent for stories and activities designed to make a great day out even better! Drop in.
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Just for kids ages 0 - 6 Art Play
Monday, June 5, 10 – 11:30 AM Sunday, June 25, 2 – 3:30 PM Friday, July 21, 10 – 11:30 AM Monday, August 7, 10 – 11:30 AM All ages w/caregiver Try an open-ended art project for all ages and abilities. Process-oriented art helps kids explore their imaginations and develop creative thinking skills. Mess-makers welcome! Drop in. Program Room.
Language Stars Story Time
Monday, June 12, 11:30 AM Wednesday, July 26, 2 PM Ages 0 – 6 w/caregiver
Introduce your little one to a new language with this interactive, foreign language story time, led by a teacher from Language Stars in Barrington. Program Room. Drop in.
Preschool STEAM
Friday, June 16, 10:30 AM Wednesday, July 12, 1 PM Tuesday, August 15, 10:30 AM Ages 3 – 5 w/caregiver
Explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math with exciting experiments and activities. Dress for a mess. Program Room. Register.
Story Time Dance Party Friday, June 23, 10:30 AM Thursday, August 17, 10:30 AM Ages 2 – 6 w/caregiver
Dance, wiggle, and shake at this groovin’ storytime. Wear your dancin’ shoes and get ready to rock! Drop in. Zimmerman Room.
Stuffed Animal Sleepover/Story Time Monday, June 19, 6:30 PM All ages w/caregiver
Drop your favorite stuffed animal friend off at the library for a night of sleepover fun! Wear your pajamas and enjoy a story time together, then say “Good night” to your stuffed pal. Come back the next day to pick up your friend and see what adventures happened overnight at the library! Program Room. Register.
Sensory Story Time
Tuesday, June 20, 6:30 PM Saturday, July 29, 10 AM Monday, August 14, 6:30 PM All ages w/caregiver
Books, music, and movement activities designed to engage the senses and build language and literacy skills. For children of all abilities. Program Room. Register.
Librarian Puppet Show
Friday, June 30, 10 AM & 11 AM All ages w/caregiver Don’t miss this fun performance of puppet stories and more with our Youth Services Librarians. Zimmerman Room. Drop in.
Drive-In Story Time Friday, July 14, 10:30 AM Ages 2 – 6 w/caregiver
Transform a box into your own sweet ride for this cruisin’ story time celebrating all things automotive. Program Room. Drop in.
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Just for kids in grades K – 8 Escape Room at the Library
Summer STEAM
Tuesdays, June 6 & 20, July 11 & 25, 2 PM Grades K – 3
Fun, hands-on activities incorporating science, technology, engineering, art, or math (STEAM). Dress for a mess. Program Room. Register.
Friday, July 14, 2 PM, 2:30 PM, 3 PM, 3:30 PM Grades 4 – 8
Art Studio
Work as a team to find clues, solve puzzles, and escape the Program Room! Program Room. Register.
Friday, June 16 Tuesdays, June 27, July 18, August 15 2 PM Grades 1 – 5
We have supplies, you have ideas let's make art! Program Room. Drop in.
Grossology
Wednesday, June 7, 2 PM & 4 PM Grades 3 – 5 These fun experiments will have you shouting “Gross!” Program Room. Register.
Family Book Club Discover the benefits and the joy of reading aloud with your child. Pick up a complimentary copy of the book, read it together, then join us for discussion and activities. Program Room. Register. Grades K – 1: Sylvester and the Magic Pebble by William Steig
Tuesday, July 11, 6:30 – 7:15 PM
Grades 2 – 3: Where the Mountain Meets the Moon by Grace Lin
Wednesday, July 26, 6:30 – 7:15 PM
Land of Stories Party Monday, July 10, 3:30 PM Grades 2 – 6
Chris Colfer’s popular book series is coming to a close. Celebrate the magic and adventure of the Land of Stories with games, crafts, and a trivia contest. Costumes welcome! Meeting Room. Drop in.
Volcano Science
Monday, July 24, 10:30 AM Grades 3 – 5
Learn about the science of volcanoes, build your own volcano, then watch it erupt! Program Room. Register.
Page Turners Book Club Pick up your free copy of the book at the Youth Desk, then join us for a discussion and activity. Program Room. Register.
War Horse
Grades 4 – 5 Monday, June 26, 3:30 PM
The tale of a horse, struggling to survive the horrors of World War I, and the boy who loves him. A moving story that inspired the hit play and film.
A Wrinkle in Time
Grades 6 – 8 Wednesday, June 21, 3:30 PM
Meg, her younger brother, and a school friend must journey through space and time, encountering bizarre worlds and mysterious beings, to find her missing scientist father.
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time for tech
Tech Open Lab
Friday, June 2, 10 – 11:30 AM Friday, June 23, 2:30 – 4 PM Monday, July 3, 3:30 – 5 PM Friday, July 28, 10 – 11:30 AM Thursday, August 10, 2 – 3:30 PM All ages Families play and create with LEGO robots, stop motion animation, iPads, and more. Program Room. Drop in.
Light Bright Stop-Motion Animation Monday, June 5, 7 PM Grades 5 – 8
Create a stop-motion animation video together using the light bright wall. Program Room. Register.
Code Together
Friday, June 9, 10 AM Friday, August 4, 10 AM All ages w/caregiver
Design a Pokeball in 3-D Wednesdays, June 28 & July 5 2 PM Grades 3 – 6
Learn to use Tinkercad to design a Pokeball which can be printed on a 3-D printer. Program Room. Register.
Laser Cut Jewelry
Friday, June 30, 2 PM Wednesday, August 9, 3 PM Grades 4 – 8
Create a charm or pendant on the Laser Cutter. MakerLab. Register.
3-D Printed Keychains Friday, July 28 Grades 3 – 5, 1:30 PM Grades 6 – 8, 3:30 PM
Use Tinkercad to design a key chain which can be printed on a 3-D printer. Program Room. Register.
Stop-Motion Animation Monday, July 31, 11 AM Grades 2 – 4
Learn the techniques of stop-motion animation and make your own movie. Program Room. Register.
Robotic Sports
Tuesday, August 8, 2 PM Grades 4 – 8
Engage in a variety of sport challenges using robots. Program Room. Register.
Iron-on Transfers
Wednesday, August 16, 3 PM Grades 4 – 8
Use the Silhouette Cameo to create an iron-on transfer which can be used to personalize a t-shirt. Each participant will take home a t-shirt to use for their iron-on transfer. Program Room. Register.
Learn the basics of coding together as a family. Program Room. Drop in.
Lego Club
Fridays, June 9, July 7, August 4 4 PM Grades K – 8 Make LEGO robots, create stories, and build amazing creations. Program Room. Drop in.
Battlebots
Monday, June 19, 3:30 PM Friday, July 7, 11 AM Grades 4 – 8
Team up to create LEGO Mindstorms robots that battle against each other. Program Room. Register.
Camp Code (Grades 4 – 8)
Monday – Friday, June 12 – 16 4 PM
Learn how to code, and explore a different coding activity each day! Register for each day separately. Program Room.
Camp Code (Grades 1 – 3)
Monday – Friday, July 17 – 21 4 PM
Learn how to code, and explore a different coding activity each day! Register for each day separately. Program Room.
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expert experiences Dan Egan and The Death and Life of the Great Lakes Sunday, June 11, 2 PM
Everyone is talking about Dan Egan’s new book, The Death and Life of the Great Lakes. Egan will discuss water and ecology from a historical and scientific perspective. Book signing to follow. Register. Meeting Room.
Vision Boards
Thursday, June 22, 7 PM
The Reflection Institute’s Jenny Bouchler-Hayes and Lisa Swarbrick explain how to bring your goals closer to reality by creating a vision board. Photographer Susan McConnell will also share her unique visioning process. Register. Meeting Room.
Basic Backyard Chicken Keeping
Tuesday, June 27, 7 PM
Learn all about raising and keeping chickens from Jennifer Murtoff. Bring your questions! Register. Meeting Room.
Antique Rugs
Tuesday, July 11, 7 PM
Expert Mostafa Beik shares his love, and knowledge of antique rugs and his expertise regarding their history and appreciation. Register. Meeting Room.
Hamilton’s Women Tuesday, July 25, 7 PM
Whether you have caught Hamilton fever or love American history, you will want to see actress and scholar Leslie Goddard, Ph.D., as she brings the characters of Elizabeth Hamilton and her sisters to life in this historical portrayal. Register. Meeting Room.
second fridays Chicago Diamond Trio Friday, June 9, 8 PM
This accomplished, diverse, Chicagoland trio plays a variety of jazz, swing, and Latin music. Their lively sound will pep you up and make you feel like dancing! Register. Meeting Room.
Synod
Small Potatoes
Love those mellow classic rock radio stations? Then you’ll love Synod! They’ve entertained audiences for decades with strong vocals, sweet harmonies, and familiar tunes everybody loves. Featuring Barrington area musicians Randy Meyers and Karen McBride. Register. Meeting Room.
Jacquie Manning and Rich Prezioso of Small Potatoes return to BALibrary, sharing their eclectic style of folk music in a way only they know how. Their energy, originality, and talent make them anything but “small potatoes.” Register. Meeting Room.
Friday, July 14, 8 PM
Friday, August 11, 8 PM
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make
We’ll be making at the Farmer’s Market, Ace Hardware, Starbucks, and other Barrington area locations throughout the summer! Check Facebook and Twitter for more details and make sure you stop by and say hello.
Maker programs below are limited to Barrington Area Library cardholders.
Design and Print 3-D Parts
Wednesday, June 21, 7 PM
Barrington resident Jeff Kitz introduces you to designing parts for everyday home repairs. Register. Conference Room.
Meet the Laser Cutter
Inlay Coasters on the Carvey
Tuesdays, August 8 & 15, 7 PM
In this two-part class, we will show you step-by-step how to design and assemble an inlay coaster set. You must attend both sessions. Register. Conference Room.
Iron-On Transfers
Tuesday, August 29, 10 AM
See our laser cutter at work in the Atrium! We'll explain how materials are cut and what software is used for designing. Drop in. Atrium.
Personalize anything that can be ironed. Learn to prepare and cut your unique design on our Silhouette Cameo. Take your iron-on transfer home to finish the project. Register. Conference Room.
Laser-Cut Jewelry
MakerLab Open Shop
Learn to use our laser cutter to make unique beads and baubles. You will create and take home a basic accent piece. Register. Conference Room.
Drop into the MakerLab to work on self-guided projects, ask questions, and learn about the equipment. It's a perfect opportunity for first-time makers or those looking to collaborate on projects. You will have access to the 3-D printers, vinyl cutter, laser cutter, and MakerKits. You must have a Barrington Area Library card. Material fees apply. Drop in. MakerLab.
Sunday, July 9, 1 – 4:30 PM
Monday, July 17, 10 AM
Make A Clock
Mondays, July 24 & July 31, 7 – 8:30 PM
In this two-part course, learn how to design and assemble a functioning clock using the library’s laser cutter. You must register for both sessions. Register. Conference Room.
Party Decorations
Wednesday, July 26, 7 – 8:30 PM
Use our Silhouette Cameo to jazz up your next outdoor party! Register. Conference Room.
Meet Carvey
Sunday, August 6, 1 – 4:30 PM See a basic demonstration of our carving machine. Drop in. Atrium.
Thursdays, 4:30 – 6:30 PM
Maker Meet & Greets
Informal get-togethers based on interest. We’ll demonstrate equipment and services.
Meetup for Gardeners Friday, June 30, 10 AM
Make and take a sugar hand scrub. Learn about making garden stakes on the Carvey and laser cutter. Register. MakerLab.
Meetup for Quilters Tuesday, July 11, 10 AM
See how our laser cutter is used to make stencils. We'll explain how items are cut and what software is used to trace designs. Register. MakerLab.
All Maker Meetup
Thursday, July 20, 7 PM
Calling all Makers! Discuss your latest arts and crafts over coffee at Starbucks (125 S. Hough St.) in downtown Barrington. Register. Off-site.
Meetup for Woodworkers Tuesday, August 22, 10 AM
If you like tinkering with wood, this meetup is for you. We’ll demonstrate how to etch, burn, and carve designs on the laser cutter and Carvey. Register. MakerLab.
creative touches Paper Orchids
Thursday, June 15, 7 PM
Making paper orchids with our Silhouette Cameo is easy, and the results are so lovely, you might mistake them for the real thing. Register. Meeting Room.
Beaded Bookmarks
Wednesday, August 23, 7 PM
Beaded bookmarks are a lovely, elegant way to mark your place. Design your own bookmark from a selection of provided materials. Register. Meeting Room.
community catalysts
Water Water Everywhere?
Wednesday, July 19, 7 PM
Smart and Sustainable: Gardening in Your Space Wednesday, June 21, 7 PM
Smart Farm founder Kathy Gabelman and Chief Gardening Officer Meg Mitchell teach us why, how, and where to implement sustainable gardening practices. See examples in Smart Farm’s gardens on the Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital campus (450 W. Hwy 22, Barrington). Register. Off-site.
What’s coming out of your tap? Janet Agnoletti, executive director of Barrington Area Council of Governments, discusses the myriad ways BACOG watches out for area water interests, resources they offer to help you ensure your water is safe, and a new initiative to track trends in aquifer levels. Register. Meeting Room.
Rahab’s Daughters
Wednesday, August 16, 7 PM
Learn the real story of human trafficking from a local not-for-profit dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation, and reintegration of victims, and the education of the public. Register. Meeting Room.
non-profit know-how Find The Funding You Need
Care & Keeping of Volunteers
Whom should you ask for funding? Community Engagement Librarian Sam Adams-Lanham provides a hands-on introduction to Foundation Directory Online, the clearinghouse of charity benefactors. Register. Conference Room.
Non-profits rely on willing, reliable helpers. We’ll have a short presentation on finding and keeping volunteers, then discuss best practices amongst the group. Register. Conference Room.
Thursday, June 15, 12 PM
Thursday, August 10, 12 PM
About Library Programs Register for programs at balibrary.org, by phone at 847.382.1300, or in person. Programs require registration unless otherwise indicated. ADA accommodations are available with at least 48 hours notice. The library reserves the right to take photographs and video of program participants. Photos and videos are for library use and may be used in publicity materials. Patrons who do not wish to be part of photographs or videos should notify staff.
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check it out is published by the Barrington Area Library. Executive Director Detlev Pansch Board of Library Trustees President Donald F. Minner Vice President Carolyn Welch Clifford Treasurer Carrie Carr Secretary Barbara A. Pintozzi Members William J. Pizzi Denise Devereux-Peters Denise Tenyer Editor Karen McBride Library Hours: Mon – Fri: 9 AM – 9 PM Sat: 9 AM – 5 PM Sun: 1 PM – 5 PM South Branch Hours: Mon – Thur & Sat: 9 AM – 1 PM Open Late: Mon & Thur: 3 – 7 PM Direct Numbers Customer Service: 847-382-1300 x1 Adult Services: 847-382-1300 x2 Youth Services: 847-382-1300 x3 South Branch: 847-381-2534
Library Closings Monday, May 29, Memorial Day Tuesday, July 4, Independence Day
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photography + social media Digitize All the Things
Photography Meetup
Old family photos? Box of vacation slides under the bed? Can you even tell what’s on that negative? Learn how to scan your family photos, slides, and negatives in our digital studio and bring back your treasured memories. Register. Studio 1.
Meet and learn from photo-enthusiasts while taking pictures of our beautiful natural surroundings. All cameras and skill levels welcome. Provide your own camera. We will be outside, so please dress for the weather. In case of rain, please call the library for the status of the program. Register. Atrium.
Wednesday, July 5, 7 PM OR Thursday, July 6, 2 PM
Instagram for Photographers
Wednesday, July 12, 6 – 7 PM
Learn about everything from snaps to stories in this introduction to Instagram. No cameras needed, smartphones are encouraged. Register. Conference Room.
Wednesday, July 19, 6 – 7 PM
Selling on Etsy
Tuesday, August 8, 6 PM
Etsy is an online marketplace where you can have fun, make money, and indulge your passion for arts, crafts, vintage finds, fashion, and more. Librarian Liz Kirchhoff shows you how to set up a business on Etsy,
showcase your products, and grow your business on websites like Pinterest. Demonstration. Register. Zimmerman Room.
Product Photography Wednesday, August 9, 6 PM
Make your merchandise stand out by capturing a stunning image. Learn the basics of product photography and gain a better understanding of how to light and position your products in the frame. Cameras welcome but not necessary. Register. Zimmerman Room.
Learn at the Apple Store iPad Basics
Wednesday, June 7, 8:15 AM
Just starting out? Need a refresher? This workshop will help you navigate and get more from your iPad. Register. Off-site.
Bring your iPhone or iPad and join our Adult Services librarian and Apple's Creative Team at the Deer Park Apple Store, 20530 N Rand Rd. before business hours! Must be a Barrington Area Library cardholder.
Intro to Apple ID and iCloud
Wednesday, July 12, 8:15 AM
From accessing the App Store to using iCloud to find your iPhone, your Apple ID is your key to all things Apple. Learn how iCloud keeps your important information and files upto-date on all your devices. Register. Off-site.
Stay Fit with Apple Watch
Wednesday, August 16, 8:15 AM
From the Activity app to music to setting a timer and starting a workout, Apple Watch is a great fitness motivator. Discover how to set and select the right workout, including wheelchair use, and work on your fitness every day. Register. Off-site.
Business: It’s Better in Barrington Stop Hackers Before They Stop You Monday, June 12, 7 PM
Don’t be an easy target. Learn about hackers, their tools and motives, and how to protect yourself and your business. Mark Lieberman from SCORE presents. Register. Zimmerman Room.
Marketing with Videos Monday, July 10, 7 PM
Mobile video use is soaring, and businesses need to distribute content across social video platforms like Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, and Instagram. Why is this change occurring and how can a small business keep pace with the competition? David Beasley from SCORE presents. Register. Zimmerman Room.
Join librarians Liz and Sam to discuss popular titles in a social book club for adults. Meets upstairs at McGonigal's in downtown Barrington. We'll provide some appetizers or desserts - other food and beverages available for purchase. Register.
The Last Painting of Sara de Vos by Dominic Smith Monday, June 12, 7 PM
Two paintings – one real and one its forgery – come together after hundreds of years in this novel that explores the power of art and history.
A Bollywood Affair by Sonali Dev Monday, July 10, 7 PM
Mili Rathod is the perfect modern Indian wife, albeit one who hasn’t seen her husband since their arranged marriage twenty years ago. When the brother of the groom arrives in Mili’s village to secure a divorce for his brother, Mili’s future takes a completely unexpected turn.
A Gentleman in Moscow by Amor Towles Monday, August 14, 7 PM
Metropol Hotel, 1922. Count Alexander Rostov lives under house arrest for a poem deemed incendiary by the Bolsheviks, but that doesn’t mean he’s cut off from the world.
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How to Write a Business Plan
Monday, August 14, 7 PM
Learn the steps for writing an actionable and measurable business plan. Discuss the components of a plan and the tools necessary to construct and measure the results. Arnie Goldberg of SCORE presents. Register. Zimmerman Room.
Join the conversation and find inspiration and advice for planning your next vacation. Bring your photos, suggestions, and experiences to share. Register. Zimmerman Room.
Appalachian Trail
Monday, June 5, 11 AM
Who hasn’t wanted to wander the epic, 2,200+ mile Appalachian Trail? Learn about different ways to drive and hike the trail, and how to plan and track your trip.
Route 66
Monday, August 7, 11 AM Read Animal Wise by Virginia Morell
With Barrington Area Conservation Trust and Barrington Area Library
Wednesday, June 14, 7 PM
Barrington’s White House 145 W. Main Street, Barrington Discuss the fascinating, groundbreaking book Animal Wise: How We Know Animals Think and Feel. Led by Librarian Liz, the discussion will explore the surprising minds of animals. Did you know that ants teach, rats love to be tickled, and dogs have expansive vocabularies? Refreshments. Register.
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There’s a reason this is the classic American road trip. From the scenic to the weird, we’ll help you plan to see it all.
505 n. northwest highway barrington, il 60010 847.382.1300 • balibrary.org
Closing Dates Monday, May 29, Memorial Day Tuesday, July 4, Independence Day
Cooks with Books Check out a cookbook that fits our monthly theme, try some recipes, then meet us at a local eatery to dish on the details.
Ambrosia Euro-American Patisserie
Wednesday, June 21, 2 PM Decadent, dazzling, delicious! Share your passion for creating pastries and sweets with fellow bakers. Note that this event is on a Wednesday. Register. Off-site. Ambrosia Euro-American Patisserie, 710 W. Northwest Hwy, Barrington.
The Onion Pub & Brewery
Tuesday, July 11, 2 PM What’s sizzlin’ on your grill? From juicy burgers to smoky ribs and char-grilled sides, let’s talk about backyard cooking. Register. Off-site. The Onion Pub & Brewery, 22221 N. Pepper Rd, Lake Barrington.
Pure Organic Juicery
Tuesday, August 8, 2 PM Beat the heat with refreshing coolers and healthy smoothies that feature lively combos of fruits and vegetables. Register. Off-site. Pure Organic Juicery, 100 E. Station St, Barrington.