Day two of the 14th Annual Barrington Country Garden & Antique Faire is just now getting underway and the weather has been beyond beautiful for the popular 2-day event. There’s still a chance to shop and tour the gardens of this year’s three featured properties. Tickets cost $55, they’re available at the door and free shuttles run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. today at the pickup location, 800 Hart Road in Barrington.
365BarringtonTV Reporter James Owen attended the Faire yesterday with filmer Jack Coombs to share this video tour of the Faire, which has raised millions of dollars to help women and children in Africa over the past 14 years.
Features of the Faire
The French Market
Antique, home and garden accessory boutique featuring distinctive local area merchants
Avant Garden
Their ever popular upscale flea market.
The Boutique
A quaint cottage of fashion and home accessories
Garden Party Vignettes
Outdoor party settings created by leading area designers
Fine Food
Pastries prepared by Ambrosia Euro American Patisserie, Barrington
Lunch provided by Egg Harbor Café, Barrington
Home & Garden Presentations
“Floral Inspiration” with Glen Egeland, Barrington Flower Shop – Saturday, 12:30 p.m.
“Rescue, Restore, Redecorate with Style” with Debra Phillips, SG Geneva – Saturday, 2:00 p.m.
“Summer Salad Surprises” with Kelly Donlea, Organizing Dinner – Saturday, Ongoing, 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
“Take a Walk on the Wild Side” with Ron Zick, Wild Birds Unlimited – Saturday, 11 a.m. & 3:15 p.m.
Free Parking and Shuttle
Complimentary shuttle departs every 15 minutes – SATURDAY: 800 Hart Road only
For more information about Hands of Hope and how the Barrington Country Garden & Antique Faire helps women and children in Africa, visit HandsofHopeOnline.com.
