• Barrington220 offers Parent University: Preparing for Distance Learning, a series of videos on topics such as creating your at-home learning environment, navigating instructional technology, and managing the social and emotional needs of kids.

• Visit BALibrary's Kids page to read our blog, find book recommendations, and register for online or outdoor programs. 

• BStrong Together has many helpful ideas to maintain the health and well-being of your family. The Coronavirus page compiles helpful videos, articles, and activity links. 

• BStrong Together and the Barrington Area Library collaborated on the "Best We Can" Parenting series to offer tips, tools, and a chance to ask questions of local experts. Find recordings of past sessions and suggested resources at BStrong Together. 

• Further resources at Mental Health Care

• Barrington Children's Charities, Barrington Junior Women's Club, and Barrington 220 are working together to provide groceries and meals for students and families who may be food-insecure, including stocking up for and delivering during spring break. Click here if you would like to make a donation.

• Families with children under 18 may also use the distribution services of our neighbor, District 300.

• If you or your family are food-insecure, please see our page on local food pantries. 

• Stay connected to schools/school districts; many are offering innovative educational programs and assistance.

• Gigi's Playhouse provides services & activities for people with Down syndrome. They are offering two online versions of Gigi's At Home: Live & On Demand.  

We update these pages regularly. To suggest a resource, please contact Community Engagement Librarian Sam Adams-Lanham at sadams@balibrary.org.