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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.

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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,...

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Arnett C. Lines Elementary School fourth graders recently volunteered with Feed My Starving Children, located in Schaumburg and Libertville, and packed 72 boxes of food. The photos were submitted to the District's Facebook page.

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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

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This auction offers over five hundred artifacts celebrating the enduring spirit of civic duty, public service, and early industrial might.
Law enforcement and firefighter memorabilia anchor the front of the catalog with an array of breast badges, cap devices, and commemorative stars representing departments across the Midwest and beyond. Notable service pieces include the scarce antique State of Illinois Police Hat Badge #2 (Lot 61), a distinctive Glencoe, Illinois Police &amp; Fire Hat Badge #34 (Lot 25), and a vintage Cheviot, Ohio Fire Department 2" Badge (Lot 62). Novelty and corporate security insignia also feature prominently, led by the satirical 1910s "I Should Worry" Security Bank 3% Interest Star (Lot 40) and an early Sheraton Hotel Security 5-Point Star (Lot 12).
The heart of the auction transitions into one of the most comprehensive watch fob collections ever offered, chronicling the golden age of American heavy machinery, agriculture, and construction engineering. Enthusiasts will uncover coveted examples from industry giants like Caterpillar, Case, Drott, Bucyrus-Erie, Allis-Chalmers, and Mack. Standouts include the rare Copper 1933 Chicago World's Fair Lima Locomotive Watch Fob (Lot 549), a classic Rumely OilPull Tractor Fob (Lot 182), the iconic Case Bald Eagle on Globe Fob (Lot 122), and an early J.D. Adams &amp; Co. Leaning Wheel Grader Fob (Lot 434), alongside dozens of commemorative club issues from IWFAI and MWFC.
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: Police Badges & Watch Fobs Auction

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Police Badges & Watch Fobs Auction

This auction offers over five hundred artifacts celebrating the enduring spirit of civic duty, public service, and early...

Native American artistry and Old West history take center stage in this Classic Collectibles Auction, led by a majestic pair of 6-foot hand-carved Frank Gallagher Cigar Store Indians (Lots 3 and 3a), an early gesso-over-wood advertising figure (Lot 2a), and two historic 1844 London Edition George Catlin lithographs (Lot 2348). The collection features an extraordinary range of Plains weaponry, beadwork, and ceremonial art, including a Northern Plains bear effigy catlinite pipe bowl (Lot 2335), an 1880s tacked leather belt with knife and sheath (Lot 2314), and an 1820s cast iron trade tomahawk (Lot 2317). Bidders will also find exceptional Indigenous textiles, pottery, and basketry spanning the 19th and early 20th centuries, highlighted by an intricate 1910 Western Apache bowl (Lot 2406) and a 1920 Pima coiled basket (Lot 2353). Western outlaw lore comes alive through a spirited series of hand-carved folk art figures portraying legends like Jesse James (Lot 302) and Billy the Kid (Lot 309), displayed alongside authentic Visalia batwing chaps (Lot 2407) and an operational 1/2 scale .32 caliber Gatling gun (Lot 2253).
The journey continues into vintage advertising and vibrant Americana. Electric neon illuminates the room with an impressive Ford Tractor neon sign (Lot 460) and a vintage Genuine Chevy Parts neon display (Lot 461), perfectly complemented by a classic 1950s Coca-Cola Vendo 59 "Spin Top" coin-operated machine (Lot 149) and an authentic N.S.M. Model 240 I jukebox (Lot 191). Fine decorative art enthusiasts will appreciate the exquisite Tiffany Studios gold dore bronze tazza #1702 (Lot 437) alongside dynamic animalier bronzes, while collectors of nostalgia can explore vintage O-gauge Lionel trains, breweriana, and stoneware primitives.
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: Classic Collectibles Auction - ONLINE ONLY

Classic Collectibles Auction - ONLINE ONLY

Native American artistry and Old West history take center stage in this Classic Collectibles Auction, led by a majestic pair of...

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...

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>
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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

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...

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

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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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Lines Students Help Fight Childhood Hunger

Arnett C. Lines Elementary School fourth graders recently volunteered with Feed My Starving Children, located in Schaumburg and Libertville, and packed 72 boxes of food. The photos were submitted to the District's Facebook page.

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Lines Students Help Fight Childhood Hunger

Arnett C. Lines Elementary School fourth graders recently volunteered with Feed My Starving Children, located in Schaumburg and Libertville, and packed 72 boxes of food. The photos were submitted to the District's Facebook page.

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