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Apple Fest in Historic Long Grove Sept 24-26

Plan for bushels of fun at Apple Fest, Friday through Sunday, Sept. 24-26 in Historic Downtown Long Grove, 308 Old McHenry Rd. The popular annual event will include live music throughout the village, delicious food from local restaurants, fun activities such apple pie eating contests, kids activities and more. General admission is $5 and children 6 years & under are FREE. For details CLICK HERE.

Don't miss the annual Art in the Barn this weekend, Sept. 25-26 from 10:00 am-5:00 pm, hosted by The Auxiliary of Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital, 450 W. Hwy. 22 in Barrington. Browse the work of over 180 artists in all medium, while enjoying live entertainment, food, children's art, and pony rides. Admission is $5.00; children 12 & under, and Good Shepherd Health Care Workers are FREE. All net proceeds benefit the hospital. For details CLICK HERE.

Celebrate National Alpaca Farm Days this weekend, Sept. 25-26 from 10:00 am- 4:00 pm each day at Safehouse Farm Alpacas, 25638 W. Chatham Rd. in Barrington. Bring the family and friends to experience a day on the farm at this FREE public event. See the animals, enjoy weaving and spinning demonstrations, kids crafts, and complimentary hot dogs and popcorn. Alpaca products will be available for purchase. No advance registration required. For details CLICK HERE.

Deer Park Town Center will host its annual Deer Park Jazz & Wine Festival on Saturday, Sept. 25 at 20530 N. Rand Rd. (near Brighton Collectibles & Evereve). Festival food and drink sales open at 1:00 pm, with four jazz groups performing throughout the afternoon and evening beginning at 2:00 pm. Seating is limited seating, so bringing chairs is encouraged. No outside alcoholic beverages, food or coolers are permitted. The event is sponsored in part by Equilibrium Personal Training Studio. For details CLICK HERE.

Lace up your shoes and run, walk or bike to support children, youth and families throughout the Barrington area at the BStrong Together Virtual 5k or 1-Mile Run/Walk Saturday, Sept. 25 through Sunday, Oct. 10. Fees to register are: $25/adult or $20/student; children 5 & under are FREE. Participants receive a 2021 Commemorative medal, Personalized race bib, and custom downloadable finisher certificate for those who submit their times. For details or to register CLICK HERE.

Join Barrington’s White House and Dr. Bridget C. Coughlin, President and CEO of Chicago’s Shedd Aquarium, for a deep dive into the ways the aquarium is making an impact on the Chicago River and Lake Michigan. The event will take place this Sunday, Sept. 26 at 3:00 pm. FREE wine and beer will be served and there will be no virtual option to view the event. Tickets are $20. For details CLICK HERE.

Barrington Youth & Family Services (BYFS) located at 118 Applebee St. in Barrington, now offers drop-in counseling for High Schoolers and Middle Schoolers every Monday from 3:00 - 5:00 pm. No appointments are needed, no paperwork to fill out, and no questions asked. For more information call (847) 381-0345 or CLICK HERE.

Attention Retailers: Take advantage of this holiday advertising special offer from Quintessential Barrington magazine: Purchase an ad in their Nov./Dec. issue and receive three product placements in the QBarrington Holiday Gift Guide at no additional charge. To secure your ad space by Friday, Oct. 1 call (847) 381-3860. Questions, email: Lisa@QBarrington.com.

Evolutionary Astrologer Gaye F. Mack has launced a new website, www.gayemack.com, in anticipation of the release of her book "Edward Bach and your Evolutionary Purpose." Visitors to the new website can learn about what an astrological chart reading provides, including: Your soul’s intended evolutionary path; Who you are and why you are; The emotional karma carried forward preventing you from manifesting your highest purpose; and How you can heal and transform the power of these karmic lessons into your unique self-expression. For details CLICK HERE.

Keep your home safe with hot deals from Brilliant Home Services, 200 Applebee's St., Ste. 207, at the Ice House Mall in Barrington. Get a whole Home Surge Suppressor installed for $419; 120V Smoke Detctor Repleacements installed for $99 each; CO2 Detector Replacements installed for $169 each; and Electric Panel Safety Inspections for $99 each. To schedule an appointment call (847) 588-2533 or CLICK HERE.

Stop by Barrington Bank & Trust Co., N.A. at 201 S. Hough St. on Saturday, Oct. 2 from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm for their Customer Appreciation Tailgate event during Barrington's Homecoming Weekend. Say hello and enjoy a hot dog, chips and drinks with their team. For details CLICK HERE.

Rahab's Daughters will host their Annual Gala on Saturday Oct. 2 from 7:00-11:00 pm at Chicago Marriott Schaumburg, 50 N. Martingale Rd. The event, which can also be attended virtually, is designed to help spread awareness about human trafficking, update supporters on accomplishments, and present a vision for the future. Dinner will be delivered for those attending virtually. General admission tickets are $100. For details or to buy tickets CLICK HERE.

Stop by Marquardt of Barrington Buick-GMC on Sunday, Oct. 3 from 10:00 am-2:00 pm for a family-friendly General Motors Car Show at 1421 S. Barrington Rd. See classic American cars from the 1920s up to the turn of the century, including Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC and Pontiac. Attendees can also enjoy Chicago-style hotdogs while listening to retro bops from local DJs. For details CLICK HERE.

Make plans to walk with the SOUL Harbour Ranch mini therapy horses and therapy dogs at The Arboretum of South Barrington on Sunday, Oct. 3 from 11:00 am-12:00 pm. Enjoy a 30-min. walk around the shopping center followed by a 30-min. visit. Meet at the Main Street Plaza between Georgio's Pizzeria and Mago Grill at 100 W. Higgins Rd. The FREE event is open to the public and masks are required. No need to pre-register. For details CLICK HERE.

Get ready for some FREE family fun at OaktoberFest on Sunday, Oct. 3 from noon - 3:00 pm hosted by the Barrington Area Conservation Trust at the Far Field Nature Preserve (corner of County Line and Old Sutton Roads) in Barrington Hills. Enjoy an afternoon of live music and refreshments, and activities for all ages, including collecting and sowing native seeds, planting native trees & shrubs, and much more. For details CLICK HERE.

Join The Neurobalance Center for their 11th anniversary celebration on Sunday, Oct. 3 from 1:00-5:00 pm at 1529 S. Grove Ave. in Barrington. The fundraiser will include a live band, delicious BBQ, a silent auction, and raffle items. Tickets are: $50/adults and $15/kids 12 & under (children 4 years & under are FREE). The first 50 adults to purchase a ticket receive a free t-shirt. For details or to buy tickets CLICK HERE.

The Barrington Area Community Foundation will host its 18th Annual Golf Outing on Monday, Oct. 4 from 10:00 am-8:00 pm at Barrington Hills Country Club, 300 W. County Line Rd. Registration begins at 10:00 am, followed by lunch, a putting contest, and a shotgun start at 12:30 pm. Attendees can enjoy cocktails and dinner after golf, as well as prizes, a recipient recognition, and a live auction. Sponsorships, foursomes and dinner reservations are still available. For details CLICK HERE.

Job seekers take note: BMO Harris Bank, will be hosting a Career Fair on Wednesday, Oct. 6 from 9:00 am- 4:00 pm at their branch located at 201 S. Grove Ave. in Barrington. To register for "Interview Day" please email: matthew.nestor@bmo.com or matthew.pawlik@bmo.com. For details about BMO Harris CLICK HERE.

Patrick A. Finn, LTD is currently looking to hire an Architectural Sales Consultant and a Carpenter. The ideal sales cosultant candidate is a creative visionary who has the ability to see and communicate the big picture of improving a home and be a good listener with hands-on interior design expertise. Carpenter tasks include demolition, insulation, drywall, framing, tile, cabinetry, trim and more. For details CLICK HERE.

The community is invited to attend Citizens For Conservation’s 50th Anniversary celebration on Saturday, Oct. 9, from 2:00–6:00 pm at the Flint Creek Preserve & Smith Professional Building across from Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital, 450 W. Hwy. 22 in Barrington. The CFC 50 FEST event includes live music, food & beverage trucks, guided nature tours in the Flint Creek Savanna Preserve, scavenger hunts & games for kids, and activities for adults. Tickets are $50 each, youth 15 & under are FREE. For details and tickets CLICK HERE.

Gather your fellow BACC members and assemble a four-person team to compete against other area Chambers in the Sideouts Sports Tavern Chamber Network Challenge Bowling League starting Tuesday Oct. 26 at 3D Sideouts, 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 your team call Brad at (847) 526-7174 or email: brad@3dsideouts.com. For details CLICK HERE.

The Health Benefit Alliance (HBA) a health benefits program, which has only been available to large organizations, is now open to members of U.S. Chambers of Commerce. It offers small businesses access to fully ACA-compliant plans with rates starting as low as $351 for single coverage and $728 for family. According BACC Member Steve Wilson of CBIZ, “Companies already offering group health have an opportunity to significantly lower costs without compromising the quality of their benefits program. And, in a very tight labor market, small businesses that couldn’t afford to offer health now have a viable option to help them compete for talent.” For details email: steve.wilson@cbiz.com.

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