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 

Gather your friends for a "Witches Night Out" of shopping, sipping and dining tonight, Oct. 14, from 5:00-8:00 pm in Historic Downtown Long Grove, 308 Old McHenry Rd. Enjoy specials, discounts, give-aways and more from participating businesses. Register for a chance to win prizes throughout the night. For details CLICK HERE.

Enjoy a fantastic fall day in Barrington at the 29th Annual Scarecrow Festival this Saturday, Oct. 16 from 11:00 am-2:00 pm hosted by the Village of Barrington in Memorial Park at Hough St. & Lincoln Avenue. The family-friendly FREE event will be emceed by Bob the DJ and feature pumpkin and scarecrow decorating, pony rides, inflatable games, face painting, and other activities. For details CLICK HERE.

Lavelle Law Ltd. is hosting its annual Charities Food Drive to benefit the Schaumburg Township Food Pantry now through Nov. 5. The food pantry serves over 700 families a month, equating to approximately 2,200 individuals at risk of hunger. All nonperishable food items, paper goods, personal care items, baby formula, and diapers are needed. Pet food will also be accepted. For a list of locations where donations can be dropped off CLICK HERE.

Huntington Learning Center will host a FREE webinar about "How Parents & Students Can Recognize Bullying, Report It, and Stop It," on Tuesday, Oct. 19 at 12:00 pm. The program will cover: What bullying behavior looks like, where students are commonly bullied, and how to identify and stop it. Includes resources for parents, caregivers and students, and a Q&A. To register CLICK HERE.

All ladies and gentlemen are invited to join the BACC Women's Biz Net for a virtual program on "Integrative Medicine" on Thursday, Oct. 21 at noon. Board-certified advanced practice nurse Debbie Stamm, APRN, will offer information and insights into integrative medicine and whether it is right for you. This program is FREE to BACC members and $15 for nonmembers and includes time for around-the-screen intros. To register CLICK HERE.

Register today for two upcoming October events hosted by Harper College, 1200 W. Algonquin Rd. in Palatine. Their FREE Technology Sector Summit is Friday, Oct. 22, 11:30 am-3:30 pm, at the Wojcik Conference Center. Topics include: How IT and AI are changing the workplace, Cyber Security, and more. For details CLICK HERE.

Students of all ages can explore careers in the sciences, math, technology, liberal arts and other fields at Harper Experience Day, Oct. 23-29. For details email: agranger@harpercollege.edu or CLICK HERE.

Reserve your spot for the last Tastemaker Dinner Series of 2021 at Ruth's Chris Steak House, 100 W. Higgins Rd. Ste. U in The Arboretum of South Barrington. Space is still available for the Caymus Vineyards Dinners on Oct. 22 & 28 at 6:30 pm. Their culinary team will create five innovative courses to pair with wines exclusively for this event. Cost is $130 per person. To make a reservation CLICK HERE.

Get ready for a fun Fall Bash at Deer Park Town Center on Saturday, Oct. 23 from 12:00-3:00 pm. Enjoy an afternoon with family-friendly activities including: a Dance party with Bob the DJ; Magic shows; Mini pumpkin decorating; Complimentary balloon art; Costumed characters & entertainers; and Live pumpkin carving & sand sculpture demonstrations by local artists. For details CLICK HERE.

Sign up to play as a team or individual in the Chamber Network Challenge Bowling League starting Tuesday, Oct. 26 at Sideouts Sports Tavern, 4018 Roberts Rd. in Island Lake. Bowling begins at 7:00 pm and continues for 20 weeks (subs are permitted). Cost is $15 per person per week, with complimentary appetizers provided the final week. To register call Brad at (847) 526-7174 or email: brad@3dsideouts.com. For details CLICK HERE.

Join the Caring Women’s Connection for their "Love Fund Auction" event on Thursday, Oct. 28 from 6:00-8:30 p.m. at Kemper Lakes Golf Club to help raise funds for underserved women and children in need in Lake County. The event will feature a lively auction, raffles, wine, appetizers and the opportunity to connect with local friends. Tickets are $40 per person. For details or to buy tickets CLICK HERE.

All are welcome to join the Presbyterian Church of Barrington for two fun October activities: Visit a Corn Maze & Pumpkin Patch on Sunday, Oct. 24 from 3:00-5:00 pm at Richardson's Adventure Farm in Spring Grove. For details or to register CLICK HERE.

Stop by for "Trunk or Treat" on Sunday, Oct. 31 from 3:00-7:00 pm

at the BMO Harris Bank parking lot, 150 Washington St. in Barrington. View festively decorated cars and collect some Halloween treats. For details CLICK HERE.

Take advantage of the October Botox Specials from Novas, Dohr, Coll, & Gadson OB/GYN Associates & Medical Spa, 600 Hart Rd., Ste. 310 in Barrington. Don’t let facial frown lines and crows feet haunt you. Nowhere else will you find this spooky Boo-tox deal: Get $11.00 per unit during the month of October with a 50-unit minimum purchase; 250 units at $2500.00. For details call

(847) 304-0044 or CLICK HERE.

The Barrington Area Community Foundation wil host a Grant Workshop and Reception on Wednesday, Nov. 3 at Barrington's White House, 145 W. Main St. The workshop, which explains the grant process for 2021–2022, will take place from 4:00–5:45 pm, followed by a reception from 5:45–7:00 pm. All not-for-profit organizations are welcome to attend, with a limit of two representatives per organization. For details CLICK HERE.

Need help wrapping your holiday gifts? Stop by Elderwerks Educational Services, 251 E. Northwest Hwy. in Palatine, any Wednesday from Nov. 3 through Dec. 22 between 9:00 am-5:00 pm. Elderwerks' volunteers will gladly wrap your gifts for a small donation. For details call (855) 462-0100 or CLICK HERE.

Stop by for a Holiday Beauty Open House on Thursday, Nov. 4 from 5:00-7:00 pm at Mindful Medispa & Mediclinic, 1626 W. Algonquin Rd. in Hoffman Estates. Enjoy lite bites, cocktails, raffles and one-night-only discounts on all of their services and products. Bring a friend and receive an extra raffle entry. To RSVP call/text (224) 634-1500. For details CLICK HERE.

The World Leaders Forum will host foreign policy expert and retired General David H. Petraeus on Friday, Nov. 5 from 7:00–8:15 pm at the Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center Hotel in Schaumburg. Petraeus, who served as commander of U.S. forces in Iraq and Afghanistan and later as director of the Central Intelligence Agency, will be interviewed by Judson University alumnus Mark Vargas, who met the general while serving as a civilian in Iraq during his tenure. For details or to buy tickets CLICK HERE.

The Barrington Junior Women's Club will hold its Fall Fashion Show, "Barrington Charm," on Saturday, Nov. 6 from 10:00 am-2:00 pm at Avante Banquets & Conference Center in Fox River Grove. This southern-inspired event promises to encompass traditional elements of previous BJWC fashion shows with a focus on the fierce philanthropy and simplistic charm of Barrington. For details or to purchase tickets CLICK HERE.

Help support the Boys and Girls Clubs of Dundee Township at their "Tennies and Ties - 80's Prom Gala" event on Saturday, Nov. 6, starting at 5:30 pm at the OTTO Historic Building 100 S Lincoln Ave. in Carpentersville. The evening will feature a live band, arcade games, live and silent auction items, and great food. Please RSVP by Oct. 22. To be a sponsor, buy tickets or view auction items CLICK HERE.

Dr. J. Travis Thompson & Dr. Stephen Martin of Oral Facial & Implant Specialists, 21660 W. Field Parkway, Ste. 220 in Deer Park, will open their practice on Veteran's Day, Thursday, Nov. 11 to perform consultations, oral cancer screenings or simple extractions at no charge to Veterans from any branch of the military. Appointment times are limited and required, as well as ID/proof of service. To book an appointment call (847) 381-0106. For details CLICK HERE. 

Tickets are on sale for "HYPROV: Improv Under Hypnosis," starring TV comedian Colin Mochrie and Master Hypnotist Asad Mecci, on Saturday, Nov. 13 from 8:00-10:00 pm at Raue Center For The Arts, 26 N. Williams St. in Crystal Lake. The live show combines hypnosis and improv for a unique comedy experience. Tickets start at $45. For details or to buy tickets CLICK HERE.

Save the date for a Holiday Fashion Show & Open House on Sunday, Nov. 14 from 1:00-4:00 pm hosted by Hart Dental at One Life Kitchen, 742 W. Northwest Hwy. in Barrington. Enjoy appetizers, cocktails & swag bags, shop men's & women's styles from ANUYU Boutique and DIBI Menswear, and learn about breast density & cancer risks from Leslie Ferris Yerger of My Density Matters. To RSVP or donate CLICK HERE.

Save the date for the Barrington Children's Choir Winter Concert, "O, Joyful Children," to be performed on Saturday, Dec. 11 at 2:00 & 6:00 pm. at Barrington United Methodist Church. The program will feature music that reflects how winter is viewed through the eyes of a child. Four ensembles will present an eclectic mix of choral music ranging from traditional holiday favorites to stunning contemporary arrangements. For details CLICK HERE.

To learn more about how you can participate in this program CLICK HERE.