Member News for Tuesday September 10, 2019
Savvy Spirit Sales to Benefit SOUL Harbour Ranch Sept. 12 - 19
Shop for a new fall wardrobe and accessories Sept. 12 - 19 at Savvy Spirit Women's Clothing and 10% of all purchases will benefit SOUL Harbour Ranch Animal Therapy Program. The "Kindred Spirits" event, will kick off in the Ice House Mall, 200 Applebee St. in Barrington, on Thursday, Sept. 12 from 9:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. with fall designer trunk shows, informal modeling, refreshments and treats. Visit and take photos, with SOUL Harbour Ranch’s therapy horses and dogs that day from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. Click here for details.
Guided Tours of Bettendorf Castle on Sept. 12 & 14
Sign up for a guided tour of historic Bettendorf Castle, 418 Concord Ave. in Fox River Grove, on Thursday, Sept. 12, and Saturday, Sept. 14. See the exterior grounds of the castle, learn the history of how it was built, and hear about future plans for renovations to help preserve the castle. These tours are intended for smaller groups and individuals. To book a tour for a group of 40 or more, please click here to send an email. For information about tour dates and tickets, visit:  www.BettendorfCastle.com  and click on the Tours tab.
CLC E ntrepreneur Development Info Sessions Sept. 13 & 19
The Illinois Small Business Development Center at College of Lake C ounty will hold web-based i nformation sessions on Friday, Sept. 13 and Thursday, Sept. 19 at 2:00 p.m. to discuss its new entrepreneur development program to be launched in January 2020. The program is designed to help entrepreneurs start businesses, seek commercial funding, create jobs, generate revenue and grow the Lake County economy. For details call (847) 543-2750 or click here to send an email.
Pick of the Vine Wine Tasting at Heinen's Sept. 13
Stop by Heinen's Grocery Store, 500 N. Hough St. in Barrington, on Friday, Sept. 13 from 4:00 - 7:30 p.m. as they introduce their new Pick of the Vine wine selection. The interactive tasting will feature samples of at least 25 unique wines priced under $15 including an exclusive selection b blended by Heinen's wine team. A variety of food items will also be offered as pairings. Call (847) 381-1332 or click here for details.
Coppola Winery Pairing Dinner at Ruth's Chris Sept.13
Make your reservation for a Francis Ford Coppola Winery Pairing Dinner on Friday, Sept. 13 from 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. at Ruth's Chris Steak House, 100 W. Higgins Rd., Ste. U in The Arboretum of South Barrington. The four-course meal will feature Ruth's Chris famous sizzling steak served with wines from the Francis Ford Coppola Winery. Click here to make a reservation.
Run the Shores Event to Support Local Food Pantry Sept. 14
The public is invited to participate in a morning 5K run or 1-mile run/walk at scenic Lake Barrington Shores, Rt. 59 and Kelsey Rd., on Saturday, Sept. 14 at 8:00 a.m. to raise money for the Cuba Township Food Pantry. The event includes refreshments, awards, t-shirts and a drawing for prizes. A raffle will be held for participants who bring non-perishable food pantry items. Advance registration fee is $25 for adults/$30 on race day, and $15 for children 12 and under.  Click here to register online.
PAWS Chicago Pet Adoption Event in Barrington Sept. 14
PAWS Chicago will hold an "Angels with Tails" Pet Adoption Event on Saturday, Sept. 14 from noon - 4:00 p.m. in downtown Barrington. PAWS volunteers will be partnering with over 30 participating Barrington businesses to feature dogs and cats available for adoption stationed outside their stores. A doption process and fees apply. Click here for details.
CFC Hosts Ignite the Nite in Barrington Hills Sept. 14
Citizens for Conservation will host Ignite the Nite on Saturday, Sept. 14, from 5:00 - 10:00 p.m. at the Barrington Hills Riding Center, 361 Bateman Rd. The event includes a bonfire, live music, raffle, a cookout dinner, beer and wine, horse-drawn wagon rides, native birds of prey, stargazing with astronomical telescopes and educational flashlight tours for kids. Ticket are $50 in advance/$65 after Sept. 13, $25 for ages 13-20, $12 for ages 12 and under. Click here for details.
Lincoln Trio to Perform at Barrington's White House Opening Night Gala on Sept. 14
Barrington's White House will host its Fall Season Opening Night Performance and Gala on Saturday, Sept. 14 from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. at 145 W. Main St. in Barrington. The event, s ponsored by Barrington Bank & Trust, will include a 6:00 p.m. cocktail party followed by a concert at 7:30 p.m. featuring the the Grammy-nominated Lincoln Trio, which includes Barrington native Marta Aznavoorian on piano, joined by Desirée Ruhstrat on violin and David Cunliffe on cello. Cost is $125/students $80. Click here to purchase tickets.
Learn How to Add Me Time & Prevent Burnout on Sept. 17
Learn how to prevent burnout by adding "Me Time" at a workshop on Tuesday, Sept. 17 from 11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. at 103 E. Main St. in Cary (in the Draper & Kramer building). Ellen Corey , N.B.C.-H.W.C.,  of Coaching by Corey will help you find ways to re-energize, refocus, and do what is important to you. This workshop is ideal for busy professionals, mothers, or caregivers. Cost is $35 and includes a light lunch. Click here to register. For more information call Ellen Corey at (224) 633-3308 or click here to send an email.
Long Grove Apple Festival Sept. 20 - 22
Mark your calendar for Apple Fest in historic Long Grove,  308 Old McHenry Rd . on Friday, Sept. 20 from noon - 11:00 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 21 from 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. and Sunday, Sept. 22 from 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Festival goers can enjoy shopping, music and an array of treats including candy-covered apples, apple sangria, hard apple ciders, apple cider donuts, spiced apple lattes, granny apple popcorn, green apple cotton candy and farm fresh apples. Admission is $5 per day/kids 12 and under are FREE. Click here for details.
Art Festival at The Arboretum Sept 21 & 22
The Arboretum will host its annual Art Festival on Saturday and Sunday, September 21 & 22 from 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. at 100 W. Higgins Rd. in South Barrington. Over 65 juried artists will showcase their art for purchase in the fashion district near Sur la Table. The free family-friendly event will feature art demonstrations, live music, and kids activities including an art scavenger hunt, spin art, and a giant graffiti wall. Click here for details.
Career Fair at The Garlands on Sept. 25
The Garlands will hold a Career Fair on Wednesday, Sept. 25 from noon - 7:00 p.m., at 1000 Garlands Ln. in Barrington. The Garlands is now hiring "Enthusiastic Joy Makers" who also happen to be nurses, CNAs, restaurant servers, housekeepers, cooks and more. Job seekers will have the opportunity to experience the Garlands, meet the managers and apply for open positions. Click here for details.
Advance Wellness Medspa Anniversary Event Sept. 25
Join Advance Wellness Medspa, 1555 Barrington Rd., Ste. 130 in Hoffman Estates, as they celebrate their Second Anniversary with an open house and specials on Wednesday, Sept. 25 from 3:00 - 7:00 p.m. Enjoy raffles, refreshments, hor d'oeuvres and more. The first 50 people to RSVP and attend receive a $50 gift certificate. To respond call 847-466-5933 or click here to send an email.
Volunteers Needed for BAUW Tag Days Sept. 26-28
The Barrington Area United Way (BAUW) is in need of volunteers for its annual “Be a Life Saver Tag Days” to be held Thursday through Saturday, Sept. 26 - 28. Volunteers are asked to work two-hour shifts throughout downtown Barrington to raise awareness and solicit donations to help fund BAUW health and human service programs in the community.  To volunteer or make a donation click here.
Flesk Brewing Oktoberfest Beer Garden Sept. 27 & 28
Join Flesk Brewing for their 2nd Annual Flesktoberfest, Friday and Saturday Sept. 27 & 28 at the Ice House Mall, 200 Applebee St. in Barrington. The outdoor event will feature live music, food by Schnitzel Platz, Stein Hoisting, Hammerschlagen and amazing craft beer.  Click here for details.
Neurobalance Center Gatsby-Themed Gala on Sept. 28
Tickets are on sale for the Annual Neurobalance Center Gala Fundraiser on Saturday Sept. 28 at 5:30 p.m. at The Stonegate Conference & Banquet Centre, 2401 W. Higgins Rd. in Hoffman Estates. The event features the Gatsby Gang Jazz Band, live and silent auctions and more. Attendees are encouraged to dress in Roaring 20s attire. Tickets cost $125 or $1100 for a party of 10. Click here to buy tickets.
Go Green Barrington Hosts Joey FineRhyme at Catlow Sept. 29
Go Green Barrington invites a ll ages to "Be The Change," a free, live performance by raptivist and environmentalist Joey FineRhyme on Sept. 29 at 1:00 p.m. at the Catlow Theater, 116 W. Main St. in Barrington.  Solar-powered phone chargers provided by ilumen Solar will be raffled off to those in attendance.  Click here to register.
Law Office of Carol Grier Ltd. Merges with Lucas Law
Lucas Law, 224 W. Main St. in Barrington, announced that it has merged with the Law Office of Carol Grier, Ltd. Grier will be relocating her Lake in the Hills office to Barrington, where she was previously a long-term attorney. Lucas Law focuses on real estate, estate planning, probate, wills and trusts, elder law, family law, personal injury and business law.  Click here for details.
Chuck Olker Joins Douglas Automotive in Barrington
Douglas Automotive has announced that Chuck Olker will join its customer care team as a Service Advisor at the company's Barrington location, 417 W. Main St. Olker has been a Service Adviser at the company's Crystal Lake location since May of 2018. The Olker family owned and operated Forrest Press in Barrington for many years, and he is excited to return to working in the community. For more info visit: www.douglasautomotive.com.
September Printing Special at Fox River Grove UPS
Take advantage of this limited time printing special at the UPS store, 728 Northwest Hwy. in Fox River Grove. Use Code: SALE25 and save 25% during the month of September on all online printing orders, including business cards, flyers, postcards, banners and more. Call (847) 516-3137or click here for details.