Have you entered your chance to win a library of books yet?

Win a library of children's books for yourself and one to the charity of your choosing. To whom would you donate your books this holiday season?

Author Sebastian Cole on Writing from the Heart

Local Author Sebastian Cole discusses the journey of writing his first novel, in advance of his December 13th appearance at Barrington Books.

Pediatricians say: Reduce those pesticide exposures!

The American Academy of Pediatrics says that pesticides can be harmful to children. The Town has provided information on athletic field pesticide use. Do you want to change Town practices?

Rhode Island Leads New England With Increase in Real Estate Units Sold

Across the board, there are positive trends in the marketplace that are backed by data, and as a real estate professional, I need to share the message with you!

Sanity-Saving Holiday Shopping Tips

Don't let the holidays leave you frazzled. Jackie shares holiday shopping tips to help keep you sane this season.

Strategies to cheer yourself up in crazy times...

What do you do when the negativity overwhelms you? Here are a few of my favorite strategies for those crazy times.

Local Authors Pen Books on the Italian-American Experience and Cuisine

Two local authors who write about growing up Italian - and Italian food - will appear at Barrington Books this Sunday, December 2nd from 1-2:30pm signing copies of their books.

Affordable Housing

Some thoughts for my fellow residents and members of the Barrington Town Council

Win an entire library of children's books!

I'm an Ambassador for Barefoot Books, a publisher of children's books that teaches the value of art, respect for different cultures, and reverence for the environment.

Thanksgiving Yoga!

Thanksgiving Day at the Bayside YMCA

Talking Turkey With Chef Jacques Pépin

A brief chat with celebrity chef Jacques Pépin about his new cookbook: "Jacques Pépin: New Complete Techniques" in advance of his Black Friday book signing at Barrington Books.

Energy Impact Illinois Offers Top 10 Tips to Prepare your Home for Winter

The average Illinois household spends $3,000 per year on energy. Making efficiency improvements can help reduce these costs by 15 to 30 percent...

Go Barefoot and Support "A Swift Cause" on Friday Night

Come join Barefoot in Barrington this Friday night at St. Luke's School for "Girl's Night Out."

BESTSELLING YA NOVELIST, JENNIFER ARMENTROUT, VISITS BARRINGTON BOOKS TONIGHT

YA novelist Jennifer Armentrout, who will be signing at Barrington Books TONIGHT from 6:30-8pm in a stop on her Deity Tour.

Thank You Voters

Jan Malik

What Moms Have in Common with the Candidates

Jackie sheds light on something political candidates have in common with moms everywhere.

Please vote November 6th

commitee to re-elect Jan Malik

My Top 5 Favorite Barefoot Books

I'm an Ambassador for Barefoot Books, a publisher of children's books that teaches the value of art, respect for different cultures, and reverence for the environment.

Don't Make Promises You Can't Keep

Committee to re-elect jan malik district 67

Re-elect Jan Malik in District 67

committee to elect jan malik

Vote Peter Costa, Jr. for State Representative District 67

Vote Peter Costa, Jr. for State Representative District 67 on November 6th!

Keeping The Kids Busy Through Hurricane Hibernation

With the kids home from school, Jackie offers some fun and easy ways to survive hurricane hibernation.

What’s your favorite Barrington nonprofit?

GreatNonprofits.org released today its first ever list of top-rated charities in Barrington , which Patch.com readers can use to discover top volunteer, giving, and internship opportunities.

Agenda 21 Chapter 7 Resettlement Coming soon to a town near you!

Resettlement and Agenda 21. Vote no on Question 7!

Are you a perpetual procrastinator?

Do you procrastinate? Don't wait to read this article! Jackie sheds light on the topic and shares tips to help you break the habit.

Barely Legal: Tebowing Trademark, Political Discrimination, & DOMA v. Obamacare

Interesting stories from the legal world from recent law school grad.

Barrington Community Theatre Will Have Auditions For Murder Mystery Show Tuesday

If you ever wanted to act and get paid for it this is your chance.

4th Festival of Children's Books Authors & Illustrators at Barrington Books

Barrington Books is hosting its 4th Annual Fall Festival of Children’s Books Authors & Illustrators on Saturday, Oct. 20, from 12-3pm.

Is Barrington the Worst of the Worst?

Is Barrington one of the most heavily property taxed towns in Rhode Island and, perhaps, in all of America when measured on a per capita basis?

Town Administrator/State Representatives Candidate Forum in Bristol 10/27

Candidate forum info for Bristol Town Administrator and State Representatives for District 67 and 68

Short Sales in a Nutshell

What are Short Sales and how can they help save distressed home owners?

Dangers of texting and driving; new app will help prevent accidents

Numerous mobile phone applications have been released which have been specifically designed to prevent phone activities and block text messaging and internet surfing functionalities.

Questions To Ask Candidates When They Knock On Your Door

Part one of an Independent's list of questions to ask candidates fo find out if you want to vote for them.

Date Change for Town Administrator/Rep Candidate Forum in Bristol 10/27

Town Administrator and District Reps forum update

Does the Barrington PTO Have The Right To Break the Law?

The arrangement PTO's has with Arts Alive in any other public organization would have people going to jail.

What Are You Going to Do When Plastic Bags Are Gone?

Not yet, but maybe soon. And these suggestions will help you do it well.

Obama With a Hitler Mustache Is Freedom Of Speech Gone Too Far

Yesterday I told off someone who was practicing their right to free speech. I should be sorry, but I am not.

Keeping Kids Busy in The Fall Makes Everyone Happy

As a mother of four and now a grandmother, I find that when the kids are busy doing "good things" they are happy and, if they are happy, so am I.

The Quiet Americans - A History of Military Working Dogs Part 1

The Quiet Americans - A History of Military Working Dogs Part 1

Fiscal Responsibility Cuts Both Ways Against Both Political Parties

The biggest reason for tax increases in Barrington the last four years is owned by the Republicans, so some of the demands by them to reduce spending to save money ring a little hollow