A Barrington July 4th Tradition… Advocate Good Shepherd Fitness Center is accepting registrations for both participants and volunteers of all ages.  Start off the July 4th festivities in downtown Barrington with this summer holiday tradition. Enjoy the challenging and scenic race courses and support the arts in Barrington. Proceeds benefit the Barrington Cultural Commission; All Participants […]

Barrington Lions Club kicks off 4th of July celebrations with the opening of Brat Tent Fest 2019: Wednesday, July 3rd through the 6th. Daily hours vary.  Visit brattent.com for schedule of events. What: Brats, Bands, Beer & More Where: Barrington Metra Station North Lot When: Wednesday, July 3, 2019 through Saturday, July 6th 

Barrington Lions Club kicks off 4th of July celebrations with the opening of Brat Tent Fest 2019: Wednesday, July 3rd through the 6th. Daily hours vary.  Visit brattent.com for schedule of events. What: Brats, Bands, Beer & More Where: Barrington Metra Station North Lot When: Wednesday, July 3, 2019 through Saturday, July 6th 

Barrington Lions Club kicks off 4th of July celebrations with the opening of Brat Tent Fest 2019: Wednesday, July 3rd through the 6th. Daily hours vary.  Visit brattent.com for schedule of events. What: Brats, Bands, Beer & More Where: Barrington Metra Station North Lot When: Wednesday, July 3, 2019 through Saturday, July 6th 

Habitat Hike CRABTREE NATURE CENTER, BARRINGTON HILLS Join us for a 1.5-mile hike to experience and observe all six of Crabtree’s habitats: prairie, savanna, woodland, marsh, pond and lake. Bring water, a hat, and your favorite mosquito repellent. COST: FREE Event Contact 847-381-6592 Crabtree.NatureCenter@cookcountyil.gov Location Crabtree Nature Center 3 Stover Road, Barrington Hills, IL 60010

...a charitable event hosted by the Barrington Area Chamber of Commerce in the North Lot of the Barrington Metra Commuter Parking Lot — the traditional site of the community Fourth of July festivities. Enter Near the intersection of Station and Spring Streets (201 S. Spring St., Barrington IL). Information and tickets are available at UncorkBarrington.com.

CRABTREE NATURE CENTER, BARRINGTON HILLS Explore a local lake at Crabtree Nature Center in a canoe at twilight.  Ages 18 & up. Limited space. REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Call Crabtree at 847-381-6592.   COST: FREE Event Contact 847-381-6592 Crabtree.NatureCenter@cookcountyil.gov Location Crabtree Nature Center 3 Stover Road, Barrington Hills, IL 60010

CRABTREE NATURE CENTER, BARRINGTON HILLS Learn why salamanders are important, what we can do to help, and what species are found in Cook County. Ages 12 & up. REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Call Crabtree at 847-381-6592.   COST: FREE Event Contact 847-381-6592 Crabtree.NatureCenter@cookcountyil.gov Location Crabtree Nature Center 3 Stover Road, Barrington Hills, IL 60010

CRABTREE NATURE CENTER, BARRINGTON HILLS Test your navigation skills and animal trivia to complete an all-ages self-guided course to earn a prize and bragging rights as a nature sleuth. COST: FREE   Event Contact 847-381-6592 Crabtree.NatureCenter@cookcountyil.gov Location Crabtree Nature Center 3 Stover Road, Barrington Hills, IL 60010

The Stormwater Management Commission (SMC) will be presenting the increased rainfall data along with a timeline of the regulatory process, provide resources and tools for best practices, and discuss stormwater-related issues and concerns from the audience. Members of the public, stakeholders, and individuals with an interest in hearing more about how rainfall affects Lake County are […]

CRABTREE NATURE CENTER, BARRINGTON HILLS Join us on select Thursday afternoons in July and Aug for a family-friendly drop-in program featuring art, exploration, nature play or games. Activities will take place near the building. The Bank of Scotland branch's history began in 1774 with the opening of branches in Dumfries and Kelso. By the end […]

CRABTREE NATURE CENTER, BARRINGTON HILLS Learn about these mysterious creatures, then look for them in the dark. Program begins in the Exhibit Building, and then view the bats foraging in the skies above. Bring your favorite mosquito repellent. Remember: we need bugs to see bats. REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Call Crabtree at 847-381-6592.   COST: FREE Event Contact 847-381-6592 […]

CRABTREE NATURE CENTER, BARRINGTON HILLS Many native plants have edible parts or medicinal uses. Take a hike and learn how to add some of these plants to gardens and dinner plates! Bring water, a hat, and your favorite mosquito repellent. COST: FREE   Event Contact 847-381-6592 Crabtree.NatureCenter@cookcountyil.gov Location Crabtree Nature Center 3 Stover Road, Barrington Hills, IL 60010