April
25apr10:00 am1:00 pmBaby Fair at the Barrington Area Library
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Saturday, April 25, 2026 10 AM – 1 PM Click here to register online to receive an email reminder. Welcome to Baby Fair! Connect with the information and
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Saturday, April 25, 2026
10 AM – 1 PM
Click here to register online to receive an email reminder.
Welcome to Baby Fair! Connect with the information and resources you need most as an expecting parent or caregiver of a child ages 0 – 2. Enjoy baby and me activities, expert presentations on topics like sleep, mealtimes, and more. Get in touch with local organizations that serve infants and families. Receive a swag bag full of goodies for you and your baby.
Baby Fair Activity Schedule:
Expert Insights: Get a valuable knowledge boost and answers to your questions. Toys and soft play will be available – wigglers are welcome!
Navigating Infant Sleep: 10 – 10:45 AM
With Danyale Washington, Certified Sleep Consultant, Post-Partum Doula, and New Parent Educator, CEO & Founder of Sweet Piece Solutions & Chicago Doula Care
Starting Solids: Nutrition For New Eaters: 10 – 10:45 AM
With Ginger Hagen, MS, RDN, LDN | Dietitian, Easterseals DuPage & Fox Valley
Positive Discipline: 11 – 11:45 AM
With Kate Schulz, LCSW, Director of Mental Health Services, The Children’s Advocacy Center of North & Northwest Cook County
First Bites, Big Feelings: Navigating Baby’s Feeding Journey with Confidence, Addressing Anxieties, Exploring Feeding Strategies, and Recognizing Red Flags: 12 – 12:45 PM
With Alyssa Shah, M.S., CCC-SLP
Jamie Brackemyer, M.S., CCC-SLP
Speech Language Pathologists & Feeding Therapists at Let’s Talk Pediatric Therapy
Baby & Me Classes:
Drop in for quality time with your little one. Admission is first come, first served.
10 AM OR 12:30 PM: BALibrary Baby Time
10:30 AM OR 11 AM: Baby & Me Sign Language
11:30 AM OR 12 PM: Baby & Me Yoga
Even More Learning Activities:
Free professional photo opportunity
Baby Footprint Craft
Soft Play Baby Gym
Showcase of Local Organizations:
- A Baby Place
- BStrong Together
- Good Shepherd Birthing Center
- Options and Advocacy for McHenry County
- Postpartum Support International
…and more.
Click here to register online and learn more at BALibrary.org.
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Barrington Area Library
505 N. Northwest Highway Barrington, Illinois 60010Barrington Area Library
26apr3:00 pm4:30 pmElgin Symphony String Quartet: American MastersApril 26 @ 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm
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Experience the artistry of America’s greatest composers with the Elgin Symphony String Quartet from 3-4:30 p.m. on Sunday, April 26th at Barrington’s White House. An unforgettable musical
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Experience the artistry of America’s greatest composers with the Elgin Symphony String Quartet from 3-4:30 p.m. on Sunday, April 26th at Barrington’s White House. An unforgettable musical journey awaits!
Barrington’s White House welcomes back the Elgin Symphony String Quartet for an afternoon of extraordinary music celebrating American Masters. Featuring principal players of the award-winning Elgin Symphony Orchestra, the quartet will perform works that highlight the depth, diversity, and distinctive voice of American classical music.
The Elgin Symphony Orchestra is widely recognized as one of the Midwest’s premier ensembles, honored four times as “Orchestra of the Year” by the Illinois Council of Orchestras. With its commitment to artistry, education, and community engagement, the ESO continues to inspire audiences under the dynamic leadership of Music Director, Chad Goodman.
Click here for details and click here to register. If you are having trouble registering, please contact culturalevents@barringtonswhitehouse.com or 224-512-4066.
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Barrington’s White House
145 W. Main Street Barrington, Illinois 60010Barrington’s White House
May
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Award winning singer/songwriter, side guitarist and Chicago Blues Hall of Fame Inductee, Donna Herula will be performing from 7:00 to 8:15 p.m. on Friday, May 8th for the next “Second
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Award winning singer/songwriter, side guitarist and Chicago Blues Hall of Fame Inductee, Donna Herula will be performing from 7:00 to 8:15 p.m. on Friday, May 8th for the next “Second Fridays” Concert coming up at the Barrington Area Library. Enjoy lively, heartfelt versions of traditional Delta Blues, Chicago Blues and originals that honor those styles as she plays with Melvin Smith on bass and Tony Wittrock on guitar and mandolin!
Who: Donna Herula Trio
What: “Second Friday’s Concert Series
Where: Barrington Area Library
When: Friday, May 8 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:15 p.m.
Why: For the love of the Blues!
Click here to register today!
Donna Herula is a Chicago-born blues singer, songwriter, and slide guitarist that has a passion for playing traditional Delta and Country Blues, early Chicago Blues, folk, Americana, and roots music. Using electrified resonator guitars, her sound combines her love for the music of the Deep South and Chicago with her love of blues guitar improvisation. Her songwriting tips the hat to the tradition while creating fresh, contemporary perspectives on blues and roots music. Learn more at DonnaHerula.com.
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Barrington Area Library
10may8:00 amMother’s Day 5K Run/Walk in the Village of BarringtonFun with Mom!
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Do something fun with mom this Mother’s Day with the 17th annual Mother’s Day 5K Run/Walk hosted by All Community Events on the streets of Barrington. This event helps support
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Do something fun with mom this Mother’s Day with the 17th annual Mother’s Day 5K Run/Walk hosted by All Community Events on the streets of Barrington. This event helps support the local charity WINGS Program, which provides a continuum of integrated services in an effort to end domestic violence and homelessness one family at a time.
It’s happening at 8 a.m. on Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 10th and admission is up to 25% off until May 6th!
Click here to register.
2026 Race Updates & Highlights
- 5K & Kids 100-meter dash!
- Start and finish in downtown Barrington
- USATF-certified 5K course
- A rose for every finisher
- Delicious vanilla and chocolate cake pops at the finish line
- Event gear is Runner’s Choice of a ring spun t-shirt or upgrade for $5 to a ladies’ fit tank top
- Finisher Medals available for purchase
- Photo ops with Mom on her special day
- Celebrate the 17th annual Barrington Mother’s Day 5K!
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Learn more at AllCommunityEvents.com.
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Join the audience at Barrington’s White House for an enchanting musical journey with Vanessa Becerra, celebrating the essence of American Song and Spirit. It’s happening at 3:00
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Join the audience at Barrington’s White House for an enchanting musical journey with Vanessa Becerra, celebrating the essence of American Song and Spirit. It’s happening at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 17th.
Who: Vanessa Becerra
What: An afternoon of song
Where: Barrington’s White House
When: 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 17
Why: To celebrate the depth and diversity of American music!
Soprano Vanessa Becerra, praised for her “bold and bright” singing (Opera News), “full, beautifully focused” instrument (Wall Street Journal), and “charismatic and eloquent” presence (San Francisco Chronicle) – presents an afternoon of song celebrating the depth and diversity of American music. The program, American Song and Spirit, explores the rich legacy of American composers, blending beloved classics with contemporary works that reflect the nation’s cultural voice.
Vanessa will participate in a meet and greet following the performance. Learn more about her work at VanessaBecerra.com.
Click here for more info and here to reserve your spot. If you are having trouble registering, please contact Barrington’s White House at culturalevents@barringtonswhitehouse.com or 224-512-4066.
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Barrington’s White House
145 W. Main Street Barrington, Illinois 60010Barrington’s White House
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Get ready to be blown away by the incredible talent of Barrington’s up-and-coming artists during the “Emerging Voices” event at Barrington’s White House! It’s happening from 6:00-8:00 p.m. on Emerging Voices
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Get ready to be blown away by the incredible talent of Barrington’s up-and-coming artists during the “Emerging Voices” event at Barrington’s White House! It’s happening from 6:00-8:00 p.m. on
Emerging Voices is an exhibition celebrating the creativity and talent of Barrington’s rising young artists. Featuring a diverse collection of art, the show offers a glimpse into the minds of Barrington’s next generation of artists. The artists, many of whom are exhibiting publicly for the first time, draw inspiration from their unique experiences and perspectives coming of age in the 21st century.
Join Barrington’s White House on the Third Thursday of each month for an evening of art, conversation, and community. These salon-style exhibitions feature local and regional artists in our elegant first-floor gathering spaces. Enjoy engaging with the artwork and the artists themselves, with a cash bar available throughout the evening. Admission is free.
Click here to learn more and here to reserve your spot. If you are having trouble registering, please contact us at culturalevents@barringtonswhitehouse.com or 224-512-4066.