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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,...

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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,...

Join Barrington LEADS for an informal coffee and discussion with John and Marta McGuinness from FAIR (Families and Adolescents in Recovery) in Schaumburg. The discussion will include signs to look for at home, with friends, and school and how you can intervene if you should ever need to.<a href="http://www.barringtonleads.org" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.barringtonleads.org</a><a href="http://www.fairkids.org" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.fairkids.org</a>

Join Barrington LEADS for an informal coffee and discussion with John and Marta McGuinness from FAIR (Families and Adolescents in Recovery) in Schaumburg. The discussion will include signs to look for at home, with friends, and school and how you can intervene if you should ever need to.

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Shirley's Piano Bar

Step into a whimsical evening of characters and cheer. The Dancewerks cast of "Seussical" is hosting a pre-show benefit&nbsp; - meet the cast and share in the fun while supporting the arts in Barrington.TICKETS AT THE DOOR

Local Event: Seussical Themed Evening of Song and Cocktails

Seussical Themed Evening of Song and Cocktails

Step into a whimsical evening of characters and cheer. The Dancewerks cast of "Seussical" is hosting a pre-show benefit  - meet...

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Fireworks at Picnic Grove Park in Fox River Grove. The event will run from 5 to 10 p.m. on June 11.&nbsp;

Local Event: Fireworks at Picnic Grove Park in Fox River Grove

Fireworks at Picnic Grove Park in Fox River Grove

Fireworks at Picnic Grove Park in Fox River Grove. The event will run from 5 to 10 p.m. on June 11. 

The McHenry Fiesta Days Music Fest Weekend will take place July 10–12, 2026, at Petersen Park, with festivities culminating in a fireworks display on Sunday night. The fireworks show is scheduled for approximately 9:30 p.m. on Sunday, July 12, following the final live music performances of the weekend. The display will be launched from the Petersen Park grounds and will be visible throughout the park and surrounding lakefront areas.
Fiesta Days is a free admission event, with no gate or parking fee, though parking is limited and attendees are encouraged to arrive early for the best viewing spots. The fireworks are presented as the grand finale of a full day of activities, including Beach Bash family programming, live entertainment, carnival rides, and yard games.
Earlier in the day on Sunday, families can enjoy Beach Bash activities from noon to 4 p.m., along with RC racing, food vendors, and children’s entertainment. The fireworks follow a full evening of music on the main stage, closing out the festival weekend.

Local Event: The McHenry Fiesta Days Music Fest Weekend Fireworks 

The McHenry Fiesta Days Music Fest Weekend...

The McHenry Fiesta Days Music Fest Weekend will take place July 10–12, 2026, at Petersen Park, with festivities culminating in...

The McHenry Fiesta Days Music Fest Weekend Fireworks 

🌱 Patch AM: How does this $1.39M Barrington...

And on the Barrington Patch calendar - Seussical Themed Evening of Song and Cocktails

🌱 Patch AM: How does this $1.39M Barrington sale compare to your street?

Cocaine, Fentanyl, Ketamine Charges: Lake...

The Lake County Sheriff’s Office also reported arrests involving aggravated domestic battery, DUI and warrants.

Cocaine, Fentanyl, Ketamine Charges: Lake County Sheriff Blotter

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🌱 Patch AM: Barrington softball standout takes...

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🌱 Patch AM: Barrington softball standout takes her power bat to Virginia Tech

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Handyman Earns Elderly Woman's Trust, Swindles...

Harold A. Boyle is accused of accessing a 77-year-old woman’s accounts and stealing funds over a three-month period, officials say. 

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