Community Information

The Village of Barrington created this community information page for the public to access information regarding community events, news, programs and organizations.

Barrington Area Volunteer Connection

The Barrington Area Volunteer Connection (BAVC) is a single, shared platform for local nonprofits, volunteers, partners and collaborators. Their mission is to promote nonprofits, recruit volunteers and connect individuals in the community (60010 area). For more information, visit the website.

Catlow East (The Official Catlow 1927 Foundation Boutique) - Now Open

Shop the new Catlow East foundation boutique located at 107 E. Main St. All proceeds will go toward the restoration of the Catlow Theatre.

Parker Players Stage the Build Campaign

Barrington-based Parker Players Theater Company presents their ’Stage The Build’ campaign to raise funds to build a state-of-the-art black box theater venue in the HEART of Barrington.

Click here to learn more and to play your part in helping our community reach the $1,000,000 match challenge generously offered by the Kimberly Duchossois Family and Todd & Libby Rieke.

Help Restore the 100 Year Old Diamond in the Rough – The Catlow Theatre

Catlow 1927 Foundation, a 501(C)(3) nonprofit organization, was founded to restore The Catlow Theatre back to its original glory of 1927. This is a one-time capital campaign. Once the restoration is complete, the foundation will host a wide array of events in the multi-purpose venue that will fund the preservation and maintenance of The Catlow indefinitely.

The Catlow Theatre is listed on the National Register of Historic places and serves as the architectural gem of Barrington Illinois. Catlow 1927 Foundation will preserve and prepare the Catlow Theatre for its next 100 years. To donate and become a part of history, visit www.Catlow1927.org.

Barrington 220 Named Best Unit (PK-12) School District in Illinois

Barrington 220 has been named the Best Unit (PK-12) School District in Illinois in the 2025 Niche rankings. There are a total of 386 unit school districts across the state. In addition, Barbara B. Rose Elementary has been named the Best Public Elementary School in IL in the latest rankings! Click here to check out all of the 2025 Niche rankings.

Celebrate the Earth All Year Long with the Barrington Area Digital Photo Gallery!

With Barrington Area Digital Photo Gallery, you can appreciate our beautiful open spaces, birds, wildlife, insects, reptiles, and more in the Barrington area.

So far in 2024, BADPG has added 185 new images for you to enjoy. BADPG was created to showcase the Barrington Area and encourage people to enjoy and protect our natural resources. View BADPG at badpg.org.

Alcoholics Anonymous of the Northern Illinois Area

If you’re having trouble with alcohol, we can help. Contact the Alcoholics Anonymous of the Northern Illinois area at 847-382-4455, or go to www.barringtonaa.org.

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Northwest Suburbs After-School Program

Looking for a safe, fun and enriching after-school activity for your child?

Registration is now open for the 2025–2026 Boys & Girls Clubs of the Northwest Suburbs After-School Program. This is a free program with the exception of a $25 registration fee.

Now serving students at Barrington Middle School – Prairie and Station Campuses.

Their programs offer hands-on STEM, arts, Esports, athletics, podcasting, tutoring, field trips, meals, and so much more, all designed to help youth learn, grow and thrive beyond the school day. For more information and to enroll, visit the website, call (847) 551-4309, ext. 201 or email registration.

Barrington Youth & Family Services

Barrington Youth & Family Services (BYFS) is a community-based, nonprofit social service agency. Their goal is to build healthier families by providing counseling and preventative programming to children, teens, couples, and families. BYFS’s approach focuses on supporting the social, psychological, and emotional well-being of all they serve, and they are one of the few providers in the suburbs that accepts Medicaid to help remove barriers to care.

For more information, visit the website.