Member News Submissions must be received by noon on Wednesday in order to be considered for a future issue. We will include items, space permitting, on a rotating basis. Priority is given to members who have not had an item run in the past month or longer. For a copy of the Member News Guidelines CLICK HERE. Questions? Call (847) 381-2525 or email: marketing@BarringtonChamber.com 

Celebrate National Cinema Day at the new Star Cinema Grill in The Arboretum of South Barrington, 100 W. Higgins Rd. (in the former iPic theater building). Enjoy all movies this Saturday, Sept. 3 for $3.00 admission. The theatre has luxury recliners and chairside food & beverage service. For movie schedules CLICK HERE.

Don't miss Irish Days this Saturday, Sept. 3 through Monday, Sept. 5 starting at 10:00 am each day in Historic Downtown Long Grove. The three-day family-friendly celebration of Irish culture, music, merchants, and cuisine includes bagpipers, folk bands, Irish dancers, an Irish Dog Competition and a Men’s Kilt Contest. For details CLICK HERE.

Ilona N Company Events encourages you to take advantage of the Boisset Collection site-wide sale from now until Sept. 5. Enjoy up to 30% off wine tasting experiences by using code: LAB22. As a new season approaches, consider hosting a wine tasting and book early. For details CLICK HERE.

Make it your prettiest Labor Day yet with ready-to-serve coordinated place setting collections from billet-doux stationery & invitations. Dress your table effortlessly with matching paper placemats, coasters and place cards in their signature prints: Lovely Lemon, Pretty Pineapple and Tropical Tiger Lily. Mix and match colorful patterns or commit to one of three vibrant color ways. Also great as a hostess gift. To shop the collections: CLICK HERE.

Enjoy a tribute to the disco music of the 70’s with Libido Funk Circus on Thursday, Sept. 8 from 6:00-8:00 pm at Deer Park Town Center, 20530 N. Rand Rd. Order takeout from a Deer Park restaurant and bring chairs to set up near the gazebo. No outside alcoholic beverages, food or coolers are permitted in the shopping center or at the event. For details CLICK HERE.

Reserve your spot for the next TasteMaker Dinner on Friday, Sept. 9 at Ruth's Chris Steak House, 100 W. Higgins Rd. in The Arboretum of South Barrington. The event features DAOU wines paired with a four-course menu inspired by the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean. Dinner begins at 6:30 pm and the cost is $130. For details call (847) 551-3730 or CLICK HERE.

Tickets are on sale for the Annual LeCompte/Kalaway Trailowners Cup on Saturday, Sept. 10 from 11:00 am-5:00 pm at 250 Deepwood Rd. in Barrington Hills. Tickets to the world-class event, hosted by the Barrington Hills Polo Club, are $20 at the gate. A limited number of tailgate spaces are still available for $200, which includes one vehicle and admission for six individuals. For details CLICK HERE.

Barrington's White House will launch its fall season of cultural events on Sunday, Sept. 11 from 3:00-5:00 pm with multi Grammy Award-nominee and world-renowned violinist Philippe Quint and accompanist Jun Cho. In “Astor Piazzolla @100,” Quint celebrates the 100th birthday of Argentinian composer and tango master Astor Piazzolla with an extraordinary recital and multimedia presentation of Piazzolla’s work. For details CLICK HERE.

Treat yourself to a one-of-a-kind facial experience at Nova Skin Facial Spa located at 148 S. Northwest Hwy. in Barrington. During the month of September, customers who buy one facial receive one free to be used at any time. Facials can be booked online or text "NEWCLIENT" along with your name to (630) 835-1552. For details CLICK HERE.

Join BACC for a complimentary hot dog lunch on Wednesday, Sept. 14 from 11:30 am-1:30 pm at the Chamber office, 190 E. James St. in Barrington. We will be celebrating National Chamber of Commerce Week and show our appreciation for our wonderful Chamber members. Enjoy a meal while networking, and meet one of the mini therapy horses from SOUL Harbour Ranch. For details CLICK HERE.

Join Kelleher + Holland LLC for their annual All Wheels Car Show on Saturday, Sept. 17 from 1:00–4:00 pm at The Club at Wynstone in North Barrington. View fabulous cars and enjoy activities including wine tastings and games for adults, glitter tattoos and balloons for kids, and a variety of food and beverages. Guests will have a chance to vote for their favorite car as “Best in Show." For details CLICK HERE.

BStrong Together will host a virtual workshop about how to build healthy, trusting relationships with young people on Monday, Sept. 19 from 7:00-8:30 pm. Brooklyn Raney, author of "One Trusted Adult: How to Build Strong Connections & Healthy Boundaries with Young People," will present. For details or to register CLICK HERE.

The Chamber will host its next Ask An Expert virtual program on Wednesday Sept. 21 from 10:00-11:00 am about "Affordable Small Business Health Insurance Options" with a presentation from Steve Wilson of CBIZ. BACC members now have access to a Health Benefit Alliance offering affordable health plans for 2+ employees; medical discount programs and more. This program is free to BACC members and $15 for nonmembers. To register CLICK HERE.

Spots are still available for Canlan Sports' KARE After School Program for students in grades K-5th grade. Select Barrington 220 schools will bus students to Canlan five or three days a week where they engage in scheduled homework/tutor time, themed weekly projects, and a variety of sports led by certified staff and counselors. For details or to register CLICK HERE.

BACC has named four local women leaders who will be honored at the WBN Outstanding Women Leaders (OWL) Awards Luncheon on Sept. 22 from 11:30 am-1:00 pm at Biltmore Country Club. The 2022 OWL Recipients are: Monica Gurgiolo of Kelleher & Holland, LLC, for Professional Excellence; Betsy Wintringer of Barrington Youth & Family Services (BYFS), for Non-profit Leadership; Jessica Green of Courageous Community, for Community Impact; and Kyle Kick of BStrong Together, for Mentorship and Education. OWL Program sponsorship opportunities are available. Luncheon tickets are $45 per guest. For details CLICK HERE.

Harper College will host an Employee Attraction and Retention Summit on Friday, Sept. 23 from 8:30 am-12:30 pm at its Wojcik Amphitheater, 1200 W. Algonquin Rd. in Palatine. Join area business leaders for the free event that includes: a continental breakfast; updates on government action to support businesses; tips for making your business a most-desired DEI workplace; a Q&A with their expert panel; and a mini expo with area organizations. To register by Monday, Sept. 19 CLICK HERE.

Sign up today for the Walk On Road Rally Scavenger Hunt on Saturday, Sept. 24 from 10:00 am-3:00 pm. Visit designated local Barrington businesses, check them all off the list, then drop off your card at Walk On to be entered into their raffle drawing. Fee to participate is $25 per entry. Walk On offers therapeutic horseback riding for children and adults. To register CLICK HERE.

Get ready for the 47th Annual Art In the Barn Fine Art Show on Saturday & Sunday, Sept. 24-25 from 10:00 am-5:00 pm on the grounds of Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital, 450 W. Hwy. 22 in Barrington. The outdoor fall festival features over 130 selected artists exhibiting works in every medium. Admission is $5/children under 12 are Free. For details CLICK HERE.

The Barrington Area Library will host a virtual program, "Boundaries, Burnout and Bandwidth," on Wednesday, Sept. 28 from 7:00-8:00 pm in collaboration with Ascension. Mental health experts will share tools and answer questions about self-care, personal boundaries, adapting to adult responsibilities, and warning signs for more serious problems. The program focus is for 2018–2024 graduates and friends, but all are welcome. For details CLICK HERE.

Citizens for Conservation (CFC) has acquired the 246.5-acre Hill ‘N Dale Farm South property in Barrington Hills from The Duchossois Group. The land parcel is part of CFC's strategic focus on protection and restoration of impactful watershed and greenway areas. Their next step is to develop formal restoration management plans for implementation over the coming years. For details CLICK HERE.

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