check it out Winter 2018 Newsletter of the Barrington Area Library
Night School: Your Home, Reimagined
Clean Eating with Chef Cherise
Wednesday, Jan 10, 7 PM
Healthy New Year! Back by popular demand, Chef Cherise Slattery explains the methods behind the clean eating movement. Learn knife skill techniques to make preparing all those fruits and vegetables a breeze. Tasty bites and recipes provided. Register. Meeting Room.
Thursday, Jan 18, 7 PM
Meet us at Pink Geranium and Artifactural Furniture & Design (829 W Northwest Hwy.) and see how antiques and reclaimed items add character and charm to home décor. Register.
Creator Fair
Saturday, Feb 10, 10 AM – 4 PM All ages
Explore hands-on art, engineering, and craft activities, including projects made in our MakerLab and Studio. Check out a real printing press, play with Sphero, draw, color, try the ukulele, and much more. Drop in. First floor. Want more creative experiences? Look for Creativity Camp on page 11.
oh what fun! These special events are appropriate for all ages with a caregiver. Drop in and bring your BALibrary card for admission. Patrons from other library districts admitted as space is available. Seating is first come, first served.
Noon Year’s Eve Party
Friday, Dec 29, 11 AM – 12:30 PM Celebrate the New Year - at noon! Featuring live music by Tunes with Tim, a festive craft, face-painting, a balloon drop, and more. Youth Services Department & Program Room. Drop in.
Miss Jamie’s Farm
Wednesday, Dec 27 10:30 AM
Sing, dance, laugh, and learn with Miss Jamie and her farm puppet friends! Drop in. Meeting Room.
Family Theater: Charlotte’s Web
Thursday, Jan 4, 10:30 AM
See the beloved children’s book come to life in this upbeat musical performance of Charlotte’s Web. Meeting Room. Drop in.
Family Concert: Jeanie B! Music
Monday, Feb 19, 10:30 AM
Bring the family and be ready to sing, dance, and rock along with Jeanie B! Meeting Room. Drop in.
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Please bring your Barrington Area Library Card for admission. Patrons from other library districts admitted as space is available. No registration required. Story Room.
mondays Family Story Time
Ages 2 – 5 w/caregiver Jan 8 – Feb 26, 2:30 PM
Children (with a favorite adult) enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement activities while building language and literacy skills.
tuesdays Baby Time
Up to 24 months w/caregiver Jan 9 – Feb 27, 10 AM
Share songs, stories, and rhymes with your baby and connect with other new parents in this story time and playtime.
Toddler Time
Ages 2 & 3 w/caregiver Jan 9 – Feb 27, 11 AM
Play and explore with stories, songs, art, and more in this energetic story time for toddlers. Dress for a mess!
wednesdays Family Story Time Ages 2 – 5 w/caregiver Jan 10 – Feb 28, 10 AM
Children (with a favorite adult) enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement activities while building language and literacy skills.
Family Story Time Ages 2 – 5 w/caregiver Jan 11 – Feb 22, 11 AM
Children (with a favorite adult) enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement activities while building language and literacy skills.
Art Play
All ages w/caregiver Jan 10 – Feb 28, 10:45 – 11:30 AM
Through process-oriented art, kids explore their imaginations and develop creative thinking skills. Join us for an open-ended art project for all ages and abilities. Mess-makers welcome!
thursdays Baby & Toddler Playtime Ages 0 – 3 w/caregiver Dec 14 – Feb 22, 9:30-10:30 AM
Children learn as they play. Explore hands-on activities and connect with other grown-ups in this fun, drop-in program.
around town Cookies and Milk Story Time
Ages 2 – 5 w/caregiver Mondays, Dec 11, Jan 22, Feb 12, 10:30 AM
Stories, snacks, and smiles at Panera in the Arboretum. Panera Bread, 100 W Higgins Road, South Barrington. Register.
Winter Library Club Read to Succeed with the Chicago Wolves
December 18 – January 31 Pre-Readers (Birth – K)
Collect stickers for library visits and receive a free book when you reach your goal.
Readers (Grade K – 8)
Score a free book and be entered to win Chicago Wolves tickets when you read five books this winter! Sign up and track your reading at balibrary.org.
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Sensory Story Time
All ages w/caregiver Tuesday, Dec 12, 6:30 PM Wednesday, Jan 10, 6:30 PM Thursday, Feb 15, 6:30 PM
Baby and Me Yoga
Ages 0 – 24 months w/caregiver Tuesdays, Dec 5 & 19, 10 AM
Relax and bond with your little one as you enjoy the calming and centering benefits of yoga. Meeting Room. Register.
Preschool STEAM
Ages 3 – 5 w/caregiver Tuesday, Dec 12, 10:30 AM Friday, Jan 12, 10:30 AM Wednesday, Feb 7, 1 PM
Children enjoy books, music, and movement activities designed to engage the senses and build language and literacy skills. For children of all abilities. Program Room. Register.
Story Time Dance Party Ages 2 – 6 w/caregiver Wednesday, Dec 6, 10 AM Tuesday, Jan 2, 10 AM
Dance, wiggle, and shake at this groovin’ storytime. Wear your dancin’ shoes and get ready to rock! Zimmerman Room. Drop in.
Let’s explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math with exciting experiments and activities. Dress for a mess. 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: Wednesday, Jan 24, 6:30 PM Toys Go Out by Emily Jenkins
Grades 2 – 3: Tuesday, Jan 30, 6:30 PM
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl
Art Play
All ages w/caregiver Friday, Dec 15, 10:30 AM Tuesday, Dec 26, 10:30 AM Saturday, Jan 20, 10 AM Friday, Feb 9, 10:30 AM
Through process-oriented art, kids explore their imaginations and develop creative thinking skills. Join us for an open-ended art project for all ages and abilities. Mess-makers welcome! Program Room. Drop in.
Page Turners Book Club Grades 4 – 5 Tuesday, Feb 20, 7 – 8 PM During a fierce winter, vicious wolves wait outside the door of an isolated manor house — but the secrets inside may be even more dangerous in Joan Aiken’s The Wolves of Willoughby Chase. Pick up your free copy of the book, then join us for a lively discussion and activity. Program Room. Register.
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read – make – create: for kids and teens in grades K – 8 Graphic Novel Book Club
Learn to Draw Video Game Characters
Bring a favorite graphic novel to share, and hear about the latest and greatest from other readers. We’ll even try making our own comics. Program Room. Register.
What you would look like if you were in a video game? In this workshop, you’ll receive step-by-step instructions for creating characters and create a video game character selfportrait! Program Room. Register.
Monday, Dec 18 Grades 2 – 4, 3:30 PM Grades 5 – 8, 5:30 PM
Harry Potter Fan Club Grades 4 – 8 Thursday, Dec 14, 4 PM
Meet up with other fans of J. K. Rowling’s magical series and enjoy Hogwarts-inspired crafts and games. Wizard or muggle, you’re welcome here. Program Room. Register.
Perler Bead Art
Grades 2 – 8 Thursday, Dec 21, 3:30 – 5 PM Make a keychain or magnet with these fun, fusible beads. Program Room. Drop in.
Barrington Gamers Guild Grades 6 – 12 Thursdays, Dec 14*, Jan 11, Feb 22 5 – 7 PM At the Barrington Gamers Guild, teens can geek out over tabletop roleplaying games, card games, and board games. Meeting Room. Register. *December 14 will be held in the First Floor Conference Room.
Wednesday, Jan 3 Grades K – 2, 1:30 PM Grades 3 – 5, 3 PM
Code Unplugged
Monday, Jan 8 Grades K – 2, 2 PM Grades 3 – 5, 4 PM
Kids partner up as robots and programmers, then make their way through a maze while learning coding concepts. Meeting Room. Register.
Afterschool STEAM Art Studio
Grades 1 – 5 Fridays, Dec 22, Jan 26, Feb 23 3:30 PM
We have the supplies, you have the ideas. Try weaving, watercolor painting, screen printing, and more! Program Room. Drop in.
Teen Space Wednesdays, Dec 6, 13, & 20, Jan 10 – Feb 28 3:30 – 5 PM Grades 5 – 8 Study, play games, relax with a book, and meet your friends after school in the Youth Services Program Room! Drop in.
Grades K – 3 Tuesdays, Jan 16 & 30 Feb 13 & 27, 4 PM
Fun, hands-on activities that incorporate science, technology, engineering, art, or math (STEAM). Dress for a mess. Program Room. Register.
Animation Academy: Claymation
Grades 3 – 5, Tuesday, Feb 6 3:30 – 5 PM Grades 6 – 8, Thursday, Feb 8 4:30 – 6 PM
Learn the basics of stop-motion animation! Create characters, bring them to life, and film their adventures. Program Room. Register.
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time for tech Art + Tech: Sphero Painting
Lego Club
All ages Friday, Dec 8, 3:30 – 4:30 PM
Grades K – 8 Fridays, Dec 15, Jan 19, Feb 16 3:30 PM
Art and technology collide when you code a robot Sphero to roll and draw in paint. Program Room. Drop in.
Make LEGO robots, create stories, and build amazing creations. Program Room. Drop in.
Tech Open Lab
Sphero Chariot Races
All ages Saturday, Dec 9, 2 – 3:30 PM Tuesday, Jan 2, 2 – 3:30 PM Friday, Feb 2, 3:30 – 5 PM
Families play and create with LEGO robots, stop-motion animation, iPads, and more. Program Room. Drop in.
Laser Cut Gifts
Grades 4 – 8 Monday, Dec 11, 4 – 6 PM
Create an ornament, pendant, or keychain on the laser cutter. MakerLab. Register.
Wednesday, Dec 27, 2 PM Grades 3 – 5
Design a chariot for a Sphero robot. See which design can go the fastest! Program Room. Register.
Super Smash Bros. Tournament
Thursday, Dec 28 Time slots: 2 PM, 2:15 PM, 2:30 PM, 2:45 PM, 3 PM Grades 2 – 8
Challenge fellow library-goers to a lively game of Super Smash Bros. on the library’s Wii U. Youth Services Game Room. Register.
Robots, Robots, Robots! All ages Friday, Jan 5, 2 – 3 PM
Join us as we build, code, and play with a variety of different robots. Program Room. Drop in.
Code Together
All ages w/caregiver Saturday, Jan 20, 2 – 3 PM Friday, Feb 16, 10 – 11 AM
Families work together to learn the basics of coding. Program Room. Drop in.
saturday spotlight
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Don’t miss out on these special Saturday programs. Open to all ages w/caregiver.
Saturday Story Time All ages w/caregiver Saturday, Dec 9, 10:30 AM
Play and explore stories, songs, art, and more in this energetic story time. Dress for a mess! Program Room. Drop in.
Tech Open Lab
All ages Saturday, Dec 9, 2 – 3:30 PM
Families play and create with LEGO robots, stop motion animation, iPads, and more. Program Room. Drop in.
Art Play
All ages w/caregiver Saturday, Jan 20, 10 AM
Through process-oriented art, kids explore their imaginations and develop creative thinking skills. Join us for an open-ended art project for all ages and abilities. Mess-makers welcome! Program Room. Drop in.
Finals Café
Code Together
Dates TBA Grades 9 – 12
All ages w/caregiver Saturday, Jan 20, 2 – 3 PM
Study for finals at the library. We will open up extra space for group study and provide snacks to keep you energized. Drop in. Meeting Room.
Families work together to learn the basics of coding. Program Room. Drop in.
1:30 PM
Calling all Avengers, MarchJedi, 4, 2018Trekkies, Whovians and the like! Mark your calendars— Comic Con is returning to the Barrington Area Library! All ages are invited to celebrate your favorite fandoms with cool programs, amazing artists, and plenty of cosplay fun. Stay "tooned" for more information. Register. Meeting Room..
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omic con Barrington Comics & Pop Culture March 5, 2017
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America: Past & Present Washington Crossing the Delaware
Presented by Daughters of the American Revolution and BALibrary
Sunday, Jan 21, 2:30 PM
Meet the Daughters of the American Revolution - Signal Hill Chapter, and learn from dynamic historian Barry Bradford why George Washington is, deservedly, our nation’s only 6-star general. Register. Meeting Room.
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Radio Goes To War
Democracy Under Siege
World War II was the first war in history to be covered by radio. Steve Darnall examines how network radio responded to the threat of war with news broadcasts, political speeches, comedies, dramas, and programs designed to boost morale (both at home and among the Armed Forces). Register. Meeting Room.
Cyber warfare, troll farms, fake news: these modern threats can do significant damage to the United States. Attackers may pose as fellow citizens and even use Facebook or Twitter. What are these weapons? What have they done and what defenses can responsible citizens call upon? Professor Gary Midkiff examines the social media battlefield. Register. Meeting Room.
Wednesday, Jan 31, 7 PM
Wednesday, Feb 28, 7 PM
French Polynesia: Un Bon Voyage
Splurge Travel
Wednesday, Jan 17, 7 PM
Monday, Jan 15, 11 AM
Explore the turquoise waters, volcanic peaks, and peaceful lagoons of the South Pacific with seasoned travelers Barbara Sugden and Ron Vargason. Travel by combined working cargo/ passenger ship, with stops at Tahiti, Bora Bora, and others—the islands of Gauguin and Captain Bligh, black pearl farmers and ancient tiki sculptors. Register. Meeting Room.
From luxe cruises to exclusive resorts to amazing safaris, we’ve got inspiration for those once-in-a-lifetime trips. Share your own experiences, too. Register. Zimmerman Room.
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Barrington High School Madrigals Sunday, Dec 3, 2 PM You’ll love these young, talented singers and their energetic holiday performance! Register. Meeting Room.
ALL IN THE FAMILY
second fridays Beatles Sing-A-Long Featuring Mick Archer and the Dueling Pianos Friday, Dec 8, 8 PM
Talented pianist Mick Archer and another “dueling” pianist perform the timeless melodies of The Beatles – while you sing along! Register. Meeting Room.
Jazz Du Jour
Friday, Jan 12, 8 PM
The hectic holiday season is over, so relax with the smooth and easy sounds of Jazz Du Jour. Register. Meeting Room.
Dixieland Jazz Cats Friday, Feb 9, 8 PM
We may not be in New Orleans, but the Dixieland Jazz Cats’ hot Mardi Gras rhythms will get the good times rollin’! Register. Meeting Room.
Genealogy 101
Thursday, Feb 1, 7 PM OR Wednesday, Feb 7, 2 PM
Find your family using online databases such as Ancestry Library Edition, HeritageQuest, Fold3, and more! Register. Meeting Room.
It’s Not All Online: Chicago Repositories and What They Have Thursday, Feb 8, 7 PM
Good genealogical research means doing “reasonably exhaustive” searches, going beyond data we find online. Genealogy expert Ginger Frere discusses the importance of non-digitized materials, including the holdings of various Chicago-area repositories. Learn about online resources that aid in finding these relevant records. Register. Meeting Room.
Digitize All the Things
Monday, Feb 12, 1 PM or 7 PM
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 restore your treasured memories. Register. Zimmerman Room.
Genealogy Workshop Wednesday, Feb 21, 6 PM
Stop by to sample the library’s genealogy databases and resources in this hands-on workshop. We’ll provide laptops and light refreshments; you bring your questions and search ideas. Drop in. Meeting Room.
Business: It’s Better in Barrington Identify Target Markets and Leverage for Growth
Selling on Etsy
Identify the best target markets for your product/service and then leverage that information to maximize your sales and profit potential. Chris Banakis from SCORE presents. Register. Zimmerman Room.
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 demonstrates how to set up an Etsy business, showcase products, and grow business with sites like Pinterest. Register. Zimmerman Room.
Tuesday, Dec 5, 7 PM
Online Advertising and Search Engine Optimization Tuesday, Jan 9, 7 PM
When people search for your business, service, or product, make sure you’re at the top of the list. Familiarize yourself with sponsored results, search engine optimization, pay-per-click campaigns, and budgeting for them. Norbert Barszczewski from SCORE presents. Register. Zimmerman Room.
Thursday, Jan 25, 7 PM or Thursday, Feb 8, 1 PM
21st Century Job Search Tips
Thursday, Feb 15, 7 PM
Discover how to progress through your job search with today’s resources, trends, and technologies in mind. Christopher D. Campbell from The Career Place presents. Register. Zimmerman Room.
Non-Profit Know-How Find Your Funding
Wednesday, Dec 13, 12 PM
Who should you ask for money? Community Engagement Librarian Sam Adams-Lanham provides a hands-on introduction to Foundation Directory Online, the clearinghouse of charity benefactors. Bring lunch and your laptop, or use one of ours. Register. Zimmerman Room.
BaGraWriDa – Barrington Grant Writing Day
Saturday, Jan 13, 9 AM – 12 PM
In the tradition of National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo), welcome to the first Barrington Grant Writing Day. We provide workspace, coffee, snacks, encouragement, and access to practical resources to help you finish (or start) your grant application. Register. Meeting Room.
Breakfast with BALibrary Thursday, Feb 8, 7:30 AM
Business Liaison Librarian Annette Bochenek and Community Engagement Librarian Sam Adams-Lanham present fast facts about the library, and a tour of resources especially beneficial to small businesses or non-profits, while you enjoy a before-hours breakfast. Register. Meeting Room.
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Library Hours: Mon – Fri: 9 AM – 9 PM Sat: 9 AM – 5 PM Sun: 1 PM – 5 PM Direct Numbers Customer Service: 847-382-1300 x1 Adult Services: 847-382-1300 x2 Youth Services: 847-382-1300 x3
Library Closings Thursday, Nov 23, Thanksgiving Thursday, Dec 7, Staff In-Service Day Sunday, Dec 24, Christmas Eve Monday, Dec 25, Christmas Day Sunday, Dec 31, New Year's Eve Monday, Jan 1, New Year's Day
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Perfect Winter Reads Tuesday, Jan 16, 1 PM
Find your next favorite book! Librarian Liz Kirchhoff talks about new and popular titles and provides personalized recommendations. Register. Zimmerman Room.
Book Discussions with Lanny Ori
Professional book discussion leader Lanny Ori leads thought-provoking discussions of notable titles. Books are available at the Adult Services reference desk approximately one month prior to the discussion.
Patrimony by Philip Roth Tuesday, Jan 16, 7:30 PM OR Thursday, Jan 18, 2 PM
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.
Book Potluck
Monday, Dec 11, 7 PM
Bring two books: one you love and one you hate. Bonus points if it’s a book you feel like you *should* love. Let’s discuss!
The Bear and the Nightingale by Katherine Arden Monday, Jan 8, 7 PM
Young Vasya finds herself caught in a power struggle between two ancient and powerful beings in 14th-century Russia.
Quicksand by Carolyn Baugh Monday, Feb 12, 7 PM
Police officer Nora Kahlil is determined to maintain her traditional Egyptian-American values while serving and protecting the people of Philadelphia from modern-day organized crime.
Complex and heartbreaking, this biographical work is the story of love and loss from a son to his ailing father. Register. Meeting Room.
Georgia by Dawn Tripp Tuesday, Feb 13, 7:30 PM OR Thursday, Feb 15, 2 PM
A portrait of the decades-long love affair between Georgia O’Keefe and Alfred Stieglitz, a relationship that challenged and inspired both. Register. Meeting Room.
Check out a cookbook that fits our monthly theme, try some recipes, then meet us at a local eatery to dish on the details.
Celebrate the Cookbooks of 2017 Tuesday, Dec 12, 2 PM
The shelves were jam-packed with new cookbooks this year. Share your favorites while enjoying holiday treats from local bakeries and confectioneries. Register. Meeting Room.
Breakfast 24/7
Tuesday, Jan 9, 2 PM
Waffles, omelets, and quiche are perfect foods ‘round the clock. Come sit a spell at Southern Belle’s, and tell us about your specialties. Register. Offsite. Southern Belle’s, 210 S. Cook St, Barrington.
Soup’s On!
Tuesday, Feb 13, 2 PM
When it’s wintertime, nothing warms the body and soothes the soul like piping hot soup. From stockpots to crockpots, let’s stir up a conversation about soup at Kildeer’s newest restaurant. Register. Off-site. Café Zupas, 20413 N. Rand Rd. Kildeer.
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Creativity Camp A series of programs designed to illuminate the creative process, introduce you to new techniques, and give you hands-on practice exercising your creativity - something we don’t always get to do in our adult lives. Sign up for as many as you’d like.
Design Thinking Crash Course
Tuesday, Jan 9, 6:30 PM
Using the Design Thinking Playbook from the Hasso Plattner Institute of Design at Stanford, this hands-on activity helps participants see obstacles and design human-centered solutions. Register. Conference Room.
Graphic Design: 101 Tuesday, Jan 16, 6:30 PM
Take a high level view of graphic design, discuss core principles, and create an original, computer-generated piece of work. Register. Conference Room.
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Brick Painting
Sunday, Dec 3 and Sunday, Jan 14, 2 – 4 PM
Join Rahab’s Daughters to paint bricks with words of empowerment and support. Rescue information is added later and a volunteer team distributes the bricks to possible victims of human trafficking. Register. Atrium.
Valentines for Veterans
Saturday, Feb 10, 10 AM – 4 PM Stop by during the Creator Fair to make cards and practical items for retired and active service members at Great Lakes Naval Base. Drop in. Atrium.
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Drawing for People Who Can’t (Or Can) Draw Tuesday, Jan 30, 6:30 PM
Practice the art of visual communication, discuss how simple stick figures can help get your point across, and tackle the fundamentals of drawing in this casual crash course. Register. Conference Room.
Flash Photography Tuesday, Jan 23, 6:30 PM
Cell phone or DSLR, a picture is only as good as its lighting. Let’s talk about the exposure triangle, light diffusers, and how on- and off-camera flash can take your photos to the next level. Cameras and flashes welcome. Register. Conference Room.
Maker Meetup
Wednesday, Feb 7, 6:30 PM
Share the projects you’re working on and see what you can do in our MakerLab. Register.
Projection Mapping Thursday, Jan 25, 5 PM
If one projection screen is good, two screens are better, right? Drop in and see how to create 3-dimensional art using simple software, a projector, and your own creativity. Drop in. Atrium.
Kerf Projects
Thursday, Feb 22, 6:30 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.
Explore this technique that allows you to bend and fold typically rigid materials like chipboard and wood. Each customer will design a custom wood notebook. BAL Cardholders. Register. MakerLab.
Gift Wrapping Workshop Sunday, Dec 10, 1:30 – 4:30 PM
Enjoy hot chocolate and festive tunes while you wrap your gifts. Learn how to make gift bags, design tags and cards, and personalize your wrapping. While supplies last. Drop in.
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Closing Dates Thursday, Nov 23, Thanksgiving Thursday, Dec 7, Staff In-Service Day Sunday, Dec 24, Christmas Eve Monday, Dec 25, Christmas Day Sunday, Dec 31, New Year's Eve Monday, Jan 1, New Year's Day
April 21, 2018
Local authors: we want you! Our fourth annual Local Author Fair takes place on Saturday, April 21, 2018, from 1 – 4 PM. Applications will be on our website starting February 1. Application deadline: April 2.
April 2018: One Book One Barrington returns!
Join us in reading A Path Appears: Transforming Lives, Creating Opportunity by Nicholas Kristof and Sheryl WuDunn, authors of the highly acclaimed Half the Sky. Small positive acts can have ripple effects that invigorate both individuals and communities. Stories inspire — find them here. Look for a full list of programs and events in our Spring newsletter.