[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_text_separator title=”Welcome to This Day in Barrington History” title_align=”separator_align_left”][vc_column_text]Welcome to January 29th and Day 29 of 365 in Barrington, Illinois! You’ll find our stories of the day – past, present & future (events) – right here on today’s DailyPage.
Because every day has its own rhythm, we’re sharing a song of the day here at 365Barrington.com.
On this day, January 28th in 1962, Peter, Paul and Mary signed their first recording contract with with Warner Bros.—the label they still call home nearly half a century later. The group is credited for helping popularize Bob Dylan’s folk songs such as “Blowing in the Wind”, Peter Paul & Mary’s biggest hit released in 1963. In January of 1963, the group released “Puff the Magic Dragon”, based on a 1959 poem about a dragon by American author, filmmaker, lyricist and inventor, Leonard “Lenny” Lipton, at age 19.
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🎄✨ SAVE THE DATE! ✨🎄
It`s almost time to trade in our gym clothes for something a little more festive! 🥂🎅
Join us for the CFB Holiday Party on Saturday, December 12th at 6:30 PM at Vault 232 in Lake Zurich!
We can`t wait to celebrate another amazing year with our CFB family! ❤️💚
More details to come, but for now, mark those calendars! 🎉
#cfb #crossfitbarrington #barringtonil #barrington365 #happyhealthystrong #besthourofyourday #holidayparty
Girls’ Night Out! 🥂💕
Thanks to all the ladies who joined us at Neoteca for a fun night out! It’s always nice to get together outside the gym and have a conversation without a coach yelling at us to get back to work! 😂
Thanks for a great night, ladies! ❤️
#cfb #crossfitbarrington #neoteca #barringtonil #barrington365
🎄✨ SAVE THE DATE! ✨🎄
It`s almost time to trade in our gym clothes for something a little more festive! 🥂🎅
Join us for the CFB Holiday Party on Saturday, December 12th at 6:30 PM at Vault 232 in Lake Zurich!
We can`t wait to celebrate another amazing year with our CFB family! ❤️💚
More details to come, but for now, mark those calendars! 🎉
#cfb #crossfitbarrington #barringtonil #barrington365 #happyhealthystrong #besthourofyourday #holidayparty
Girls’ Night Out! 🥂💕
Thanks to all the ladies who joined us at Neoteca for a fun night out! It’s always nice to get together outside the gym and have a conversation without a coach yelling at us to get back to work! 😂
Thanks for a great night, ladies! ❤️
#cfb #crossfitbarrington #neoteca #barringtonil #barrington365
🔥 OCTOBER COMMITTED CLUB 🔥
Huge congrats to the 57 members who crushed 16+ classes in October! 💪🎉 Showing up that consistently, through busy schedules, sore legs, and early alarms ⏰, is what this club is all about. We’re so proud of every one of you! 🙌 Who’s making the list in November? 👀
🏠 A big thank you to this month’s Committed Club sponsor, Holda Construction Roofing and Siding, owned by CFB member Mariusz Holda and Barbara Holda! 🙏
Family-owned and operated since 2004, Holda serves homeowners in Barrington, Lake Zurich, Palatine, and nearby communities. 📍 They handle:
🏠 Roofing
🧱 Siding
🌧️ Gutters
🔨 Soffit & fascia
🪟 Windows
🌡️ Attic insulation
Mariusz and Barbara still oversee every project, and Holda has an A+ BBB rating ⭐, is a GAF-certified contractor ✅, and posts clear pricing on their website 💲
👉 Check them out at holdaconstruction.com and give them a follow: holdaconstructioninc
#CommittedClub #CrossFitBarrington #CFB #barrington365 #Barringtonil
🎃👻 DON`T LET HALLOWEEN CANDY SCARE YOU! 🍫
Halloween is tomorrow, and we`re here with a friendly reminder from CFB Nutrition:
You can enjoy the candy AND still make progress toward your goals! 💪
One night of Halloween treats isn`t going to undo weeks of consistency.
Here`s how to enjoy the holiday without letting your nutrition goals turn into a horror story! 👻
🍳 Fuel your day like normal! Eat your regular meals, prioritize protein, and don`t save all your calories for candy.
🍫 Pick your favorites! If you love Reese`s, have the Reese`s! No need to eat candy you don`t even enjoy just because it`s there.
💧 Stay hydrated! Keep up with your usual water intake.
🎃 Enjoy the moment! Trick-or-treating, costumes, family time, and making memories are what the holiday is all about.
🧠 Skip the guilt! No extra workouts, skipping meals, or "starting over Monday" necessary.
A few pieces of candy won`t derail your progress. Your habits over time are what matter most!
At CFB Nutrition, we`re all about building sustainable habits that allow you to enjoy REAL LIFE — holidays, celebrations, candy, and all!
Happy Halloween from CFB! 🎃💙❤️
#cfbnutrition #crossfitbarrington #barringtonil #barrington365 #halloweencandy #healthyhabits
Halloween is tomorrow, and we’re making a night of it at Neoteca! 🎃🍸
Join us for dinner, drinks, and a little friendly costume competition. Come dressed up for a chance to win a Neoteca gift card! 🥂
The winner will be drawn at the end of the night, so make your Halloween plans with us!
Costume raffle is for dine-in guests only. Reservations are highly encouraged. 🖤
#Neoteca #BarringtonIL #HalloweenAtNeoteca #BarringtonEats #Halloween2026
🎉 1,000 CLASSES AND COUNTING! 💪💙🖤
A big congratulations to Bryan Dorman on hitting the 1,000-class milestone at CrossFit Barrington!
If you’ve ever been to our 6 AM class, chances are you’ve crossed paths with BD! He’s been a familiar face in our early morning crew for years, bringing plenty of conversation and personality to the gym.
One of the best things about CrossFit is the community that keeps us coming back, and Brian has certainly made himself a part of ours!
Congratulations on 1,000 classes, Brian! Here’s to many more early mornings at CFB! 🎉👏
#crossfitbarrington #cfb #1000andcounting #barringtonil #barrington365
It’s almost here! Wednesday, November 4th 10am-7pm our ANNUAL HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE!! Our theme this year is Winter Garden along with our ever growing mouse board! Join us for sweet treats, raffle basket and the best holiday shopping around! Plus our new Birch Market shop is open right next door. Grab a basket and make your own gourmet gift! #365barrington #holidayopenhouse
🎃 HALLOWEEN AT CFB! 👻💪
Get ready for a spooky Saturday at CrossFit Barrington! We’ll be following our normal Saturday class schedule, but there’s an extra incentive to dress up and join in on the fun!
Come to class in your best Halloween costume and you’ll receive a raffle ticket for a chance to win:
🥤 A case of O2
🍫 A box of Barebells bars
💪 A container of protein
Bring your best costume, get your workout in, and celebrate Halloween with the CFB community! We can’t wait to see what you come up with. 🎃
#cfb #crossfitbarrington #barringtonil #barrington365 #besthourofyourday
🍕 YOUR WEEKEND DOESN`T HAVE TO UNDO YOUR PROGRESS!
You eat well Monday through Friday. You hit your workouts. You`re feeling good.
Then the weekend hits.
Dinner out. Drinks with friends. Kids` activities. A birthday party. Maybe a few extra snacks.
Sound familiar? 👀
Here`s the thing: You don`t need to be perfect on the weekends to see results.
But you DO need some consistency.
A few simple habits can make a huge difference:
💪 Keep protein a priority, even when your meals look different.
💧 Stay on top of your water intake.
🚶♀️ Keep moving! Walks, bike rides, and family activities all count.
🍽️ Enjoy the foods you love, but pay attention to portions and hunger cues.
🧠 Don`t fall into the "I`ll start over Monday" mindset.
One meal doesn`t make or break your progress. Your overall habits matter far more!
At CFB Nutrition, we focus on building habits that work in REAL LIFE. Not just when your schedule is perfect.
Because the goal isn`t to be on a diet forever. It`s to learn how to fuel your body while still enjoying your life!
📩 Want help finding that balance? Our 1:1 Nutrition Coaching Program is here to help!
#cfbnutrition #crossfitbarrington #cfb #barringtonil #barrington365 #macros #healthyhabits
We’re officially ✌🏼 weeks away from our CFB Ladies Night, and we can’t wait to get all our strong ladies together for a fun night out!
We spend plenty of time sweating, lifting, and cheering each other on inside the gym, so let’s trade the barbells for cocktails and enjoy some time together OUTSIDE the gym! 🥂💗
📅 Thursday, November 5th
⏰ 7:00 PM
📍 Neoteca
Whether you’ve been part of CFB for years or you’re brand new, we’d love to see you there! It’s the perfect opportunity to connect, laugh, and get to know the amazing women who make our community so special.
Grab your CFB girls and let’s make it a fun night! 💕
#cfb #crossfitbarrington #barringtonil #barrington365 #ladiesnight
🏆 BEST ENTRÉE 2026!
What a night! We’re incredibly proud to share that Neoteca took home Best Entrée at this year’s Great Barrington Area Taste Fest!
A huge thank you to our talented team for the passion and hard work they put into everything we do, and to everyone who came out and supported us.
We’re so grateful to be part of such an amazing community. ❤️
Cheers to our Neoteca team! 🥂
#Neoteca #BarringtonIL #TasteFest2026 #BestEntree #BarringtonEats
Just another Monday putting in the work at CFB! 💪💙
Different goals. Different fitness levels. One awesome community.
Whether you’re here to get stronger, push yourself, or just start your week surrounded by great people, there’s a place for you here.
Click the link in our bio to see what CrossFit Barrington is all about! 🔥
#crossfitbarrington #barringtonil #barrington365 #crossfit #besthourofyourday
Just as CPR gives you the tools to help in an emergency, QPR will teach you what to do when you’re concerned that someone is contemplating self-harm or suicide.
Join BStrong Together and the Barrington Area Library as we welcome Ascension IL Behavioral Health QPR trainer Mandy Burbank to learn how to recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis and how to question, persuade and refer someone for help.
This FREE training session is open to anyone interested in becoming a QPR "gatekeeper" - parents, teachers, coaches, community members, etc..
REGISTER TODAY at the QR code or at https://bit.ly/4BfZkMO
#bstrongtogetherbarrington #bstrongtogetherparents #bstrongtogethercommunity #bstrongtogetherqprtraining #365barrington
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