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 

DiBenedetto Trattoria Ribbon Cutting on Sept. 21

Join BACC for a Ribbon Cutting Photo Ceremony on Tuesday, Sept. 21 at 4:00 pm to celebrate the opening of DiBenedetto Trattoria at 1766 W. Algonquin Rd. in Hoffman Estates. In addition, the intimate Italian eatery will be hosting a "Taste of Fall" wine and food pairing that evening starting at 6:30 pm. The event includes tasting eight wines, each accompanied by an authentic Italian delight prepared by Chef Armando. Cost is $80 and space is limited. To make a reseration call (847) 496-5016. For details about the ribbon cutting 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) 381-9297 or CLICK HERE.

German beer and fare will be served all weekend long with live music at Oartoberfest from Friday, Sept. 17 through Sunday Sept. 19 at Broken Oar, 614 Rawson Bridge Rd. in Port Barrington. Guests can enjoy food and drink specials and no show cover charge. For details and a band line up CLICK HERE.

Reserve your spot for a Chateau Montelena TasteMaker Dinner on Sept. 17, 23 or 30 starting at 6:30 pm at Ruth's Chris Steak House, 100 W. Higgins Rd. Ste. U in The Arboretum of South Barrington. Enjoy elegant wines of Chateau Montelena in a five-course pairing experience featuring a Filet au Poivre, alongside a glass of Chateau Montelena Cabernet Sauvignon. Cost is $125 and space is limited. To make a reservation CLICK HERE.

Discover local businesses and win prizes at the Walk On Road Rally Scavenger Hunt this Saturday, Sept. 18 from 10:00 am-2:00 pm. Visit 12 to 16 participating Barrington Area businesses to get a signature or stamp, along with a clue for the next stop. Collect as many as possible to enter for a grand prize. For details or to buy tickets CLICK HERE.

Plan to visit Natural Serenity for Salt Cave & Mimosas this Saturday, Sept. 18 from 3:00-7:00 pm at 148 S. Northwest Hwy. in Barrington. Relax with the calming sounds of alchemy singing bowls in the Salt Cave, followed by mimosas and shopping. To RSVP and select a time slot CLICK HERE.

Parents with students in grades K-4 are invited to attend a FREE webinar about "How to Get Your Child on Track for Reading Success" on Thursday, Sept. 23 from 12:00-1:00 pm hosted by Huntington Learning Center in Barrington. Huntington's education expert will discuss: Signs of reading struggle;

Tips & strategies to help build reading basics; How to support your child as a reader; Why phonemic awareness is important, and much more. To register CLICK HERE.

Bring your friends & family, along with blankets & lawn chairs, to enjoy FREE movies under the stars on Friday, Sept. 24 at Deer Park Town Center, 20530 N. Rand Rd. Grab takeout from a Deer Park restaurant to enjoy while you watch "Inside Out" starting at 7:00 pm near the turnabout between Brighton Collectibles and Evereve. State mask guidelines will be followed; no outside food, beverages or coolers are permitted. For details CLICK HERE.

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, tons of kids activities, and more. 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.

Gitelis Orthopedics announced that they are moving to Co-Optim Health, 21660 W. Field Pkwy. in Deer Park, and scheduling patients starting Monday, Sept. 20. The practice is also offering complimentary Medical Biologics seminars on Thursday, Sept. 30 at 6:00 pm and Saturday, Oct. 16 at 10:00 am. For details or to reserve a spot call (847) 807-7770 or CLICK HERE.

Get in the spirit early with some great specials from Treetime Christmas Creations, 22102 N. Pepper Rd. in Lake Barrington. Get $25 off your purchase of $299 or more, $50 off $599, or $75 off $799 with code 3T14 throughout the month of September. For details or to shop CLICK HERE.

BACC member CBIZ has been appointed the master distributor for the Health Benefit Alliance (HBA), a health benefits program which has only been available to PEOs (Professional Employer Organizations) and large associations. It offers same-price-for-everyone health plans that are ACA (Affordable Care Act) compliant in all 50 states and all U.S. territories. HBA has pre-determined rates that start as low as $351 for single coverage and $728 for family plans. These small business plans are now available to Chamber members through CBIZ. “We’re gearing up right now and should be ready to start answering questions about HBA soon,“ said BACC Member Steve Wilson of CBIZ. Look for more information in an upcoming e-blast, or feel free to contact Steve at steve.wilson@cbiz.com.

Gianni's Cafe, 20505 Rand Rd. in Kildeer, has immediate openings at its Kildeer and Palatine locations for the following positions: Line Cook, Dishwasher, Bartender, Server, Host & Hostesses and Busboy. Gianni's is a family-owned and operated Italian and seafood restaurant, full-service deli, and caterer with both in-house and off-premise capability. For details or to inquire stop by either location, call (847) 550-887 or 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.

Make plans to walk and visit with the SOUL Harbour Ranch mini therapy horses and therapy dogs at The Arboretum of South Barrington on Sunday, Oct. 2 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, but no need to pre-register. 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.

Register today for the Entrepreneur Academy, an educational program focused on providing pre-venture/early stage entrepreneurs with the expertise needed to start and run successful small businesses. The virtual program, hosted by the Illinois SBDC at College of Lake County, runs from Tuesday, Oct. 5, 8:30 - 11:00 am, through Tuesday, Dec. 21. Cost is $350. For details or to register 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.

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