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Parker Players Theater Company

Parker Players Theater Company (PPTC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit professional theater company based in Barrington, dedicated to producing intimate, artist-driven work that invites audiences into the heart of the story. Founded on the belief that theater is a shared act of connection, PPTC creates immersive productions that bridge the distance between artist and audience, reminding us why live storytelling matters. Rooted in Barrington yet inspired by Chicago’s vibrant theater tradition, PPTC has become a cultural home for artists and audiences seeking bold, thoughtful, meticulously crafted productions. Our work spans classic plays, contemporary dramas, sharp comedies, and staged readings, each selected for its emotional resonance, artistic rigor, and ability to spark conversation. PPTC’s productions are intentionally designed for intimacy. In our flexible black-box venue, audiences experience theater at close range, where every silence, glance, and shift in energy becomes palpable. This proximity creates a uniquely immediate experience—one rarely found in larger commercial venues—and allows audiences to feel fully immersed in the world of each production. What makes Parker Players unique is our uncompromising commitment to quality and connection. We collaborate with accomplished Chicago-area directors, actors, designers, and technicians while cultivating local artistic talent. Our company values fearless storytelling, meticulous craftsmanship, and the transformative power of gathering together in shared space. At Parker Players Theater Company, theater is more than entertainment. It is a communal experience that challenges, delights, and connects us. Our invitation is simple: experience the connection.

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Parker Players Theater Company (PPTC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit professional theater company based in Barrington, dedicated to producing intimate,...

is now open in the Hoffman Estates/Barrington area!

HearingLife

HearingLife is a national hearing care company with over 600 locations nationwide. Our licensed hearing professionals deliver personalized, life‑changing hearing care using the latest state‑of‑the‑art technology. Each solution is individually fitted and fine‑tuned for patient's needs. HearingLife is committed to supporting each patient throughout their hearing journey with comprehensive ongoing care and aftercare. Schedule your free hearing test at our Hoffman Estates/Barrington location today.

HearingLife is a national hearing care company with over 600 locations nationwide. Our licensed hearing professionals deliver personalized, life...

MVP Sports Academy

Summer Just Got Better. Summer Camp back at MVP! For you, it's about keeping your child active, healthy and happy. For them, it means no school, lots of activities, and fun! Mvp Summer Camp is an athletic-based camp dedicated to a full menu of team sports designed for children from Kindergarten to 6th grade. Mvp Summer Camp is about so much more than winning and losing - it is about teamwork, playing hard and playing fair. It's about making new friends and enjoying the camaraderie formed through athletics. A camp that is as encouraging as it is challenging, as safe as it is high-energy and as instructional as it is fun. We're qualified sports nuts!!! Just like our campers, we eat, sleep and breath sports. Our staff is filled with professional coaches, high school and college athletes, as well as experienced P.E. teachers who promote the fundamentals through personalized instruction and positive reinforcement - all while maintaining a sense of humor! No matter the skill level of a child, the goal remains the same: to have a great time, while learning the value of teamwork and good sportsmanship. All of which results in a positive, self-esteem building experience.

Lake Zurich

Summer Just Got Better. Summer Camp back at MVP! For you, it's about keeping your child active, healthy and happy. For them, it means no school,...

CHICAGO (CBS)– A post on social media, calling for a birthday surprise parade was answered for a Barrington girl name Scarlett celebrating her ninth birthday.Communities are finding clever and safe ways to make a child feel loved on their special day.&gt;&gt; <a href="https://chicago.cbslocal.com/2020/04/02/9-year-old-gets-surprise-birthday-parade-in-barrington/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Read more via CBS Chicago</a>

CHICAGO (CBS)– A post on social media, calling for a birthday surprise parade was answered for a Barrington girl name Scarlett celebrating her ninth birthday.

Communities are finding clever and safe ways to make a child feel loved on their special day.&gt;&gt; <a href="https://chicago.cbslocal.com/2020/04/02/9-year-old-gets-surprise-birthday-parade-in-barrington/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Read more via CBS Chicago</a>

Barrington Girl, 9, Surprised With Birthday Parade

Here's how the surprise was successfully planned out for the Barrington birthday girl.

Girl, 9, Surprised With Parade For Birthday In Barrington

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The Rotary Club of Palatine will be hosting their 18th
Annual Oktoberfest which is open to the public on Friday, September 18th
through Sunday, September 20th on the corner of Smith and Slade in downtown Palatine south of the Metra train station with proceeds from the event benefiting local charities and community projects in the Palatine area.

Event hours are Friday from 5 PM to midnight, Saturday from noon to midnight, and Sunday from noon to 6 PM. Saturday is designated as Family Day, featuring games, crafts, and entertainment for children from noon until 3:30 PM.

For further information, please visit palatinerotary.org/oktoberfest.

Local Event: Rotary Club of Palatine Oktoberfest

Rotary Club of Palatine Oktoberfest

The Rotary Club of Palatine will be hosting their 18th
Annual Oktoberfest which is open to the public on Friday, September...

Duchess Manor at The Arboretum of South Barrington

Open September 19–November 1Enter the gates of Duchess Manor, an immersive haunted house experience at The Arboretum of South Barrington. Hidden within the manor’s decaying rooms is the chilling story of the mysterious Duchess, whose isolation slowly drove her into madness.
Duchess Manor offers two ways to experience the haunting:
LIGHTS ON WALKTHROUGHS Saturdays and Sundays, 2–5 PM
Designed with younger visitors and families in mind, Lights On Walkthroughs allow guests to explore the manor with the lights on and no live scare actors. Kids can take in the detailed rooms, spooky decorations and eerie surprises at a gentler pace.
FULL SCARE Fridays and Saturdays, 7–11 PM Sundays, 6–10 PM
When darkness falls, Duchess Manor comes alive. Brave guests will encounter live scare actors, chilling scenes and unexpected frights as they journey through the Duchess’s secret estate.
Duchess Manor is open September 19 through November 1 at The Arboretum of South Barrington. Tickets are available online or in person.

Local Event: Duchess Manor Haunted House: Lights On & Full Scare

South Barrington

Duchess Manor Haunted House: Lights On & Full...

Open September 19–November 1Enter the gates of Duchess Manor, an immersive haunted house experience at The Arboretum of South...

Duchess Manor Haunted House: Lights On & Full Scare

Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital

On Saturday and Sunday, September 26 &amp; 27, we will celebrate 51 years of bringing fine art to our community! Held on the grounds of Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital in Barrington, IL, visitors will enjoy over 150 artists exhibiting art in all mediums. Come join us for a weekend of art, entertainment, Smart Farm stand, food &amp; fun for the entire family!
Proceeds benefit Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital.September 26 &amp; 27, 2026 - 10:00a.m. to 5:00p.m.
Admission $5.00 - Children under 12 = free - No pets allowedFor a list of Artists &amp; Entertainment Schedule visit http://www.artinthebarn-barrington.com

Local Event: 51st Annual Art in the Barn

51st Annual Art in the Barn

On Saturday and Sunday, September 26 & 27, we will celebrate 51 years of bringing fine art to our community! Held on the...

Online Only

Items that did not sell in recent auctions are offered here in a last chance online-only auction. Many items at reduced prices!
Did you miss the action? The show isn’t over yet. We want to make sure every piece of history finds the right home. This is your final opportunity to bid on these items, often at a great value.

<ul><li>Payment &amp; Pickup: Standard Donley Auctions terms apply. Winners will be invoiced shortly after the online auction closes. DonleyAuctions.com/shipping . Local winners can pick up at our Union, Illinois location - make an appointment at 815-923-7000.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Shipping: We offer reasonably priced, expert shipping on small to medium-sized items. For larger items, we can help you arrange third-party transport.</li></ul>
Chasing History? Don’t let it slip away a second time.
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Preview is the day before the auction - noon-5pm, and doors open at 8am the day of the auction.&nbsp;Pickup is immediately following the auction or by appointment. Please call 815-923-7000 to schedule.&nbsp;

Local Event: Carnival Glass Auction: The Online Encore

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Carnival Glass Auction: The Online Encore

Items that did not sell in recent auctions are offered here in a last chance online-only auction. Many items at reduced...

Barrington White House

Gather your friends for an evening of laughter and generosity benefiting Mane In Heaven's miniature therapy horses. Enjoy a purse auction, great food from Wild Asparagu and wine or prosecco while meeting the minis, with every ticket offering a chance to take home a designer purse . "Get your ticket here&nbsp;Link below to purchase tickets. Tickets are going fast!&nbsp;<a href="https://mihpurses.givesmart.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://MIHpurses.givesmart.com</a>

Local Event: Purses, Ponies & Prosecco Event!

Purses, Ponies & Prosecco Event!

Gather your friends for an evening of laughter and generosity benefiting Mane In Heaven's miniature therapy horses. Enjoy a...

Al Larson Cultural Center

Move to New Zealand: Live Seminar with a Licensed NZ Immigration Adviser
Thinking about moving to New Zealand? For the first time ever, a licensed New Zealand immigration adviser is coming to the Midwest to answer your questions face-to-face.
I'm Tara Hulbert, founder of KiwiAmericans. In 2013 my husband and I moved our four kids from Wisconsin to New Zealand, and I've since helped hundreds of American families make the same move. On October 10, I'm bringing Paul — a licensed NZ immigration adviser — to Schaumburg so you can walk out knowing whether you qualify and what it would actually take, instead of spending months guessing online.
Schedule 
9:45 AM — Doors open 
10:00 AM — Move to New Zealand Seminar 
11:00 AM — Live Q&amp;A 
11:30 AM — VIP private chat with Paul 
12:00 PM — Depart
Who it's for: Anyone seriously curious about moving to New Zealand — families, professionals, teachers, nurses, tradespeople, retirees, and anyone who's been wondering "could we actually do this?"

Only 95 seats. Register at the link below.

Local Event: How to Move to New Zealand - LIVE Seminar

Schaumburg

How to Move to New Zealand - LIVE Seminar

Move to New Zealand: Live Seminar with a Licensed NZ Immigration Adviser
Thinking about moving to New Zealand? For the first...

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IL's Richest Person Is Worth $44.4B, Ranks 24th...

A total of 18 Illinois residents made the 45th annual list from the global media and publishing company. 

IL's Richest Person Is Worth $44.4B, Ranks 24th On Forbes 400

Personal Finance

🌱 Patch AM: How will Barrington’s Golden...

Be sure to catch Rotary Club of Palatine Oktoberfest on the Barrington Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: How will Barrington’s Golden Triangle redevelopment reshape Liberty and Hough?

Deerfield Man Charged With Battery To...

The Lake County Sheriff’s Office also reported DUI, burglary, trespassing and domestic battery arrests during the week.

Deerfield Man Charged With Battery To Correctional Officer: Lake County Arrests

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🌱 Patch AM: Could Barrington face even more...

And on the Barrington Patch calendar - Rotary Club of Palatine Oktoberfest

🌱 Patch AM: Could Barrington face even more trains after its $94 million underpass?

🌱 Patch AM: Two Barrington actors lead a sharp...

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