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Cyclist to Speak on Ride to Raise Awareness for Parkinson's Aug. 7

Meet Joe Motz for "An Afternoon of Inspiration to Live Your Best," at the Neurobalance Center on Wednesday, Aug. 7 from 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. and hear why he is riding his bike 6,500 miles across country to raise awareness for Parkinson's Disease. Guest speaker is Jimmy Choi, a three-time American Ninja Warrior contestant living with Parkinson's Disease. Before and after the program the public is invited for refreshments and tours of the center located at 1529 S. Grove Ave. in Barrington. The event is FREE, but reservations are required and limited. To register call (847) 800-6162 or click here to send an email.

Program on Redistricting, Gerrymandering & More Aug. 7

Does your vote count? Find out about the census, redistricting and gerrymandering in Illinois at a FREE program hosted by the League of Women Voters Palatine Area tomorrow, Aug. 7 from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. at the Barrington Area Library, 505 N. Northwest Hwy. Learn from Madeleine Doubek, executive director of Change Illinois, how state and federal voting districts are decided in Illinois, what other methods might be used, and what role the 2020 census plays. Click here to register.

FREE Concert at Citizens Park on Aug. 7

The Barrington Park District welcomes the public to attend a FREE concert on Wednesday, Aug. 7 from 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. in the amphitheater at Citizens Park, 511 Lake Zurich Rd. in Barrington, as part of their Summer Concert in the Park series. Enjoy live music performed by good-time family band SM6 and FREE popcorn compliments of event sponsor BMO Harris Bank. The pavilion will be used in inclement weather. Click here for details.

Barrington Police Dept. Hosts National Night Out Aug. 8

The Barrington Police Department will host National Night Out this Thursday, Aug. 8 from 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. at Cook & Station Streets in downtown Barrington. This is a FREE fun, educational event designed to promote positive police-community partnerships. Attendees will receive free bike helmets, digital fingerprinting, K9 demonstration, family games, trackless train rides, face painting and a visit from the SOUL Harbour Ranch mini-therapy horses. Click here for details.

Flesk Fest Outdoor Beer Garden on Aug. 8

Stop by Flesk Brewing for an Outdoor Beer Garden this Thursday, Aug. 8 from 6:00 - 10:00 p.m. at the Ice House Mall, 200 Applebee St. in Barrington. The outdoor summer event will feature live music by Painted Crayon, a taco food truck, games, kids entertainment and craft beer. No ticket required for entry.  Click here for details.

Savvy Spirit Honors Educators with Specials Aug. 8-15

Savvy Spirit Women's Clothing & Accessories will offer specials to all teachers and educators at its "Very Important Teachers Week" from Thursday, Aug. 8 through Thursday, August 15 at the Ice House Mall, 200 Applebee St. in Barrington. From 9:30 a.m.- 8:00 p.m.  teachers and educators can enjoy treats and refreshments, a special Savvy gift with purchase, a chance to win a $100 Savvy gift card, and receive a 25 % savings on their entire purchase throughout the week. Click here for details.

Dancewerks Studio Open House at New Location on Aug. 10

Dancewerks will host an Open House to celebrate the opening of their new studio on Saturday, Aug. 10 from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. at 207B Northwest Hwy. in Barrington. Stop by to learn about their new programming, including dance classes, musical theater training, performance companies and more. Visitors will receive a FREE class coupon. Click here for details.

JourneyCare Duck Race & Pool Party Fundraiser Aug. 10

JourneyCare will host its Annual Duck Race & Pool Party fundraiser this Saturday, Aug. 10 from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. at Aqualusion Water Park in Langendorf Park, 235 Lions Dr. in Barrington. The FREE family event includes open swim and splash pad, games and activities, entertainment by Bob the DJ, 50/50 drawing, six duck races and 36 prizes. Participants can adopt ducks for $5 each, $25 for a duck family of six, or $100 for a flock of 25. Proceeds benefit JourneyCare’s All About Kids program. Click here for details.

FREE Community Garage Yoga at Equilibrium PT on Aug. 11

Equilibrium Personal Training will host a FREE Community Garage Yoga class on Sunday, Aug. 11 at 10:00 a.m. at 860 S Northwest Hwy. in Barrington. Each participant who donates clothes will receive a 20% coupon to Athleta. Bring a mat, water and a friend. Snacks provided by Athleta - Deer Park Town Center. Click here for details.

Register by Aug. 12 for Harper Entreprenuer Center Open House

Learn how to bring your biggest and boldest ideas to life at the Makerspace and Entreprenuer Center Open House on Thursday, Aug. 15 from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. in Building H, Room 130 at Harper College, 1200 W. Algonquin Rd. in Palatine. The collaborative membership-based entrepreneurial space offers the use of professional-level makerspace tools and equipment, including 3D printers, 3D scanners, laser cutters, CNC mills, electronics and more. Everyone who RSVPs in advance receives a free gift. Click here to RSVP by Aug. 12.

Let It Be Us Fireside Chat on Aug. 13

Join Let It Be Us on Tuesday, Aug. 13 from 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. at Barrington's White House, 145 W. Main St., for a Fireside Chat Series on opportunities regarding foster care and adoption in Illinois. Learn how to obtain a foster care license, what it means to be a foster parent, how to navigate adoption through foster care, the trials, tribulations, challenges, love and more. The FREE event is led by Susan McConnell and other foster care and adoption experts, and is open to future and current foster and adoptive parents. The series is made possible through a grant from the Barrington Area Community Foundation. Click here to register.

Huntington Learning Center Requests School Supply Donations

Huntington Learning Center in Barrington is collecting new backpacks and school supplies for Chicago area students in need. Huntington of Greater Chicago has partnered with Cradles to Crayons, 101.9 FM, and 100.3 FM for the school supply drive. Donations can be dropped off at Huntington Learning Center, 722 W. Northwest Hwy., Barrington from now until Aug. 31. No contribution is too small.  For more information call ( 847) 382-3615.

Virtual Marketing Mastermind Preview on Aug. 15

Sign up for a Virtual Marketing Mastermind Preview on Aug. 15 from 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. presented by Victoria Cook of The Center for Guilt-Free Success. Hear how she boosted her income by 47% in 2018 by working with a coach and masterminding with other like-minded entrepreneurs. Participants will be able to virtually network with other like-minded business owners, get specific feedback or laser coaching about something happening in your business, and get an overview of how to create a powerful one-page marketing plan.  Cost is $25. Click here to register.

Dave Coulier at Raue Center For The Arts on Aug. 17

Don't miss stand-up comic Dave Coulier on Saturday, Aug. 17 from 8:00 - 10:00 p.m. at Raue Center For The Arts, 26 N. Williams St. in Crystal Lake. Coulier, best known as “Joey” from ABC’s television series Full House, has performed his clean stand-up routine on The Tonight Show, HBO’s Detroit Comedy Jam, and HBO’s Comic Relief at Radio City Music Hall. Tickets start at $30. Click here to buy tickets.

Vintage Days in Historic Long Grove on Aug. 17 & 18

Mark your calendar for Vintage Days in historic Long Grove, 308 Old McHenry Rd., on Saturday & Sunday Aug. 17-18 from 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. The two-day street market offers all things vintage, antique, reclaimed, repurposed, upcycled and handmade. The FREE event includes live music, local street food and a variety of fine wine and beer. Click here for details.

Music of Charlie Chaplin to be Performed Aug. 18

Enjoy the music of composer Charlie Chaplin performed by Marta Aznavoorian, piano, and Philippe Quint, violin on Sunday, Aug. 18 from 7:30 - 9:00 p.m. at Barrington's White House 145 W. Main St. in Barrington. In honor of Charlie Chaplin’s 130th birthday, a collection of Chaplin’s works has been carefully curated and newly arranged for piano and violin over three years by Philippe Quint, in collaboration with two arrangers. Tickets are $35/Students $20/8th grade and under are FREE. Click here to buy tickets.

BACOA Memory Cafe Program on August 20

The Barrington Area Council on Aging (BACOA) will host the Memory Café on Tuesday, August 20 from 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. at Ela Area Public Library, 275 Mohawk Trail in Lake Zurich. Memory Cafe provides an opportunity for people who are experiencing mild or early stage memory loss, and their care partners, to gather for socialization and conversation. Light refreshments will be served. To RSVP call (847) 381-5030 or click here.

Barrington Countryside FPD Hosts Blood Drive on Aug. 24

The Barrington Countryside Fire Protection District will host a Blood Drive on Saturday Aug. 24 from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. and an Open House from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. at 22222 N. Pepper Rd. in Lake Barrington. The FREE family-friendly open house will include: f ire house tours, antique fire trucks, kids activities, food trucks and more. All blood donors will receive a coupon for a pint of Culver’s frozen custard. Appointments for the blood drive are recommended, but walk-ins are welcome. For details about the Blood Drive or to schedule a donation call (877) 258-4825 or click here and use group code 763A.

Learn How To Create Inner Peace on Aug. 27

Learn How to Creat Inner Peace at the first of a series of workshops on Tuesday, Aug. 27 from 11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. at 103 E Main St., Ste. 125 in Cary. Coaching by Corey owner Ellen Corey, N.B.C.-H.W.C., will guide participants to create a vision for inner peace from the insights and strategies gained during this four-part series. Ideal for busy professional women, mothers and caretakers. Series includes: Life Balance, Connecting To Values, Discovering Me Time, and Creating Your Future Vision. Cost is $97 for the series or $35 each, and includes a light lunch. Click here to register.

Sponsor an Event at Lake Barrington Shores

Spotlight your business by sponsoring an event in October through December at Lake Barrington Shores, 64 Old Barn Rd. in Lake Barrington. A number of sponsorship options are available including: Bonfire on the Beach Oct. 8; Vegas Style Diner Show Oct. 18; Holiday Arts & Gift Show Nov. 1 & 2; Monthly Speakers Oct. 23 & Dec. 16; Holiday Tree Lighting Dec. 4; or Breakfast with Santa Dec. 14. For details contact Jamie Scheppman, LBS Lifestyle Director at (847) 382-1660 or click here to email Jamie.

FREE ACT/SAT Testing & Open House on Sept. 7

Area students are welcome to take a FREE no-obligation ACT or SAT diagnostic exam on Saturday, Sept. 7 from 9:00 a.m. - noon at Laura George Consulting in the Ice House Mall, 200 Applebee St., Ste. 211 in Barrington. Students and parents are invited to stay for refreshments afterwards and speak with Laura George and her staff about tutoring options and planning a testing timeline. The firm also provides one-on-one college application and essay coaching and is offering a 10% discount for a one-hour session. Click here for details or to register.