BACC will celebrate the opening of DiBenedetto Trattoria with a ribbon cutting photo ceremony tomorrow, Sept 21 at 4:00 pm. Their intimate Italian eatery is located at 1766 W. Algonquin Rd. in Hoffman Estates. Please join us to welcome them!

There is still time to sign up for our informal networking lunch this Wednesday, Sept. 22 from noon - 1:15 pm at Eggology Cafe, 100 W. Higgins Rd., Ste. Q1 in The Arboretum of South Barrington.

Bring your business card and 30-second intro to share while enjoying delicious menu selections. Cost is: $30 for members and $40 for nonmembers. Register online or call (847) 381-2525.

The BACC Women's Biz Net will honor its 2021 Outstanding Women Leaders (OWLs) at an Awards Luncheon Program this Thursday, Sept. 23 from 11:30 am - 1:30 pm at Biltmore Country Club in North Barrington. Only a few seats remain and cost to attend is $40. Register online or call (847) 381-2525.

2021 OWL Award Recipients are: Stephanie Marquardt of Marquardt of Barrington Buick GMC for Community Impact; Bonnie Conte, Avalon Salon Spa for Mentorship and Education; Sharmila Wijeyakumar-Ramos, Rahab’s Daughters for Nonprofit Leadership; and Katie Kuempel of Angelina and Social Design Club for Professional Excellence.

Many thanks to our generous Diamond OWL Event Sponsors: Barrington Bank & Trust Co., N.A., BMO Harris Bank Barrington, and Style Exteriors, Inc. by Carden.

Join the Barrington Young Professionals (BYP) for a Networking Happy Hour on Wed. Sept. 29 from 4:30-6:30 pm at Shirley's Piano Bar in Barrington. The BYP group consists of BACC Members under 40 who meet to network with one another, provide peer support, and build business.

Members pay for their own refreshments. Questions, email: rfinley@virtueam.com.

To RSVP click the link below. To visit the BYP Facebook page CLICK HERE.

Tickets are on sale for the Fall Wine Walk on Saturday, Oct. 9 from 2:00-6:00 pm in downtown Barrington. This popular event provides an opportunity to enjoy fine wines from local suppliers, while exploring distinctive shops and restaurants. As an added attraction during the day, watch artists paint in the streets as part of the Plein Air Art Festival hosted by the Barrington Cultural Commission. Wine Walk tickets are $25 and sell out quickly. Must be 21 or older and show ID to participate. Check-in is at Neoteca, 130 S. Hough St. in Barrington.

Jeff Westney of Computers Nationwide will offer comparisons and helpful tips for keeping your office technology safe, best practices in security, and much more. The program is FREE to BACC member and $15 for nonmembers. Register onlnine to receive your program link.

Join us for the Barrington Area State Legislators Virtual Town Hall Forum on Wednesday, Nov. 10 at 8:30 am. Get updates on current issues, followed by a Q&A session at this FREE event that is open to the public. Register online to receive a link to the zoom meeting.

Mark your calendar and sign up early for the Women's Biz Net Bliss Holiday Boutique & Luncheon on Thursday, Nov. 11 from 11:00 am - 2:00 pm at Makray Memorial Golf Club in Barrington.

Gather your friends to enjoy holiday shopping with unique vendors, festive entertainment, a FREE metallic shopping bag, and a delicious buffet luncheon. Tickets are on sale now. Register online or call (847) 381-2525.

Showcase your business to thousands of website visitors on the new BACC Member Marketplace! Videos are needed 2-3 days prior. For just $100 your promotional video will be displayed on the BACC website www.BarringtonChamber.com for a three-month period. New videos are also shared on BACC social media pages.

Space is limited and video placements are reserved on a first-come, first-served basis. Videos must be three minutes or less in length, and will include a link to your business website or social media page. New videos are posted the 1st and 15th of each month. To view the Member Marketplace CLICK HERE.

Applications are being accepted on a rolling basis, now through Wednesday, Oct. 13, for The Back to Business (B2B) Grant Program. The B2B program is designed to maximize the impact of American Rescue Plan Act funds provided to Illinois. It sets forth $250 Million for businesses that have experienced losses due to the COVID-19 pandemic to support them in their recovery. For details CLICK HERE.

An Executive Order signed on Sept. 3, 2021 by Gov. J.B. Pritzker, requires all individuals over the age of 2 (who can medically tolerate a face covering) to wear a face covering when in indoor public places. The order also requires health care workers, school personnel, higher education personnel and students, and employees and contractors of state-owned or operated congregate facilities to be fully vaccinated. For details and answers to related Frequently Asked Questions CLICK HERE.

Five things to know about the COVID-19 Delta Variant

The highly contagious Delta variant is concerning and leading to surges of cases around the globe. Dr. Robert Citronberg, executive medical director of infectious disease and prevention for Advocate Aurora Health, shares the top five things you need to know about the contagious Delta COVID 19 variant and how the COVID 19 vaccine is the best defense. To find out answers to the five questions below, CLICK HERE.

COVID-19 vaccine appointments for people 12 and older are now being accepted at Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital, 450 W. Hwy. 22 in Barrington. Moderna and Pfizer vaccines are being administered and those seeking appointments do not need to be patients of the hospital. To schedule an appointment call (866) 443-2584, or CLICK HERE.