You're invited to the Barrington Area Library's 100th Birthday Party!
Where: Barrington Area Library
When: Saturday, June 21, 2025, from 10 AM to 2 PM
Who: Library lovers of all ages - this celebration is free and open to everyone!
Drop in or register for a reminder email
Want to learn more about the Library's history? Visit our interactive timeline!
Schedule of Activities
Photo Booth:
10 AM - 2 PM
Get a photo in our glitzy photo booth! Meeting Room.
Crafts (While Supplies Last):
10 AM - 2 PM
Color your very own birthday crown.
Make a birthday button.
Create a pretty paper flower.
Visit the MakerLab to create a sublimation magnetic bookmark with our 100th anniversary logo.
Fun and Games:
10 AM - 2 PM
Enjoy a variety of carnival games. Meeting Room.
Dunk the Director: Step up to the dunk tank and take aim at the Library Director and other staff! Outside on the Plaza.
Airbrush Tattoos:
11 AM - 1 PM
Face Paint Pizzazz will be providing FREE airbrush tattoos in our Youth Services Game Room.
Live Music and Entertainment:
10-10:15 AM
Join with the Barrington Children's Choir in singing Happy Birthday to the Library! Atrium.
11:30 AM - 2 PM
Listen to the music of the Dixieland Jazz Cats roving throughout the Library and even outside, weather permitting.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Don't miss amazing roving juggler Andy Head throughout the Library (and outdoors, weather permitting).
Sweet Treats:
Enjoy a birthday cupcake and a cold drink while supplies last.