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Hello Barrington! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • See the standout Barrington-area homes currently drawing buyer attention

Also on today's calendar: Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month: Watercolor Wednesday on the Patio @ Bell Works Chicagoland and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why do Norway's navy ships all have barcodes? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Sunny and comfortable, with a high of 72 and low of 53 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Warm with high clouds, temps: high: 77, low: 49.
  • Thursday: Partly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 69 and low of 46 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• What's for Sale in Barrington? (chicagotribune.com) — Several distinctive homes in Barrington, North Barrington, and South Barrington are highlighted, including a midcentury Edward Dart design overlooking Honey Lake and a historic former parsonage near downtown. The story also traces how developer Alfred Borah helped shape Barrington's character, from large-lot zoning to key local landmarks, giving context for today's high-end listings and neighborhood feel.
   

📸 Around Barrington

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Barrington

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★ Featured events ★

    Wednesday October 7
  • R-Network →
    BACC Offices, 190 E. James Street, Barrington

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Stryker Corporation posted a job opening for Sales Regional Manager - Chicago - Sage in Cary. Apply here.
  • pOpshelf posted a job opening for TEAM MEMBER - pOpshelf in ARLINGTON HEIGHTS IL S30513 in Arlington Heights. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Barrington here.

🗞 Nearby News

Palatine

  • Be informed and head to the polls (dailyherald.com)
  • 'It's like a family here': Longtime customers mark last call for Durty Nellie's (dailyherald.com)

Arlington Heights

  • Left Turn Intersection Crash with Injuries, Stoplight Down Arlington Heights Road and Oakton Street Arlington Heights (arlingtoncardinal.com)

Buffalo Grove

  • Buffalo Grove Arts Center Renamed For Longtime Commissioner (patch.com)
  • Man Pointed Gun At Co-Workers, Damaged Car With Bat: Buffalo Grove Police (patch.com)

Ok Barrington! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why do Norway's navy ships all have barcodes?" — So when they come back to port they can just scan-da-navi-an! (Thank you Jessica C. for sending it in!)
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