Get Out for Storytelling, Pre-School Open House

Check out one of these events this weekend:

Oba William King: The Poetic Storyteller

• When: Saturday, Jan. 28, 10:30 a.m.
• Where: Barrington Area Library, 505 N. Northwest Hwy., Barrington
• Why Go: Oba William King celebrates diversity through drum rhythms, stories, and sing-a-longs.
• Fee: 180 free tickets available in Youth Services 15 minutes before program.
• Info: Barrington Area Library or 847.382.1300

Preschool-Kindergarten Morning

• When: Saturday, January 28, 9:30 a.m.
• Where: Water’s Edge Waldorf School, 150 W. Bonner Rd., Wauconda
• Why Go: Bring children ages 2 to 5 to experience a Waldorf preschool classroom. Children and parents will start the morning together with bread making. Children will then engage in free play, story time and circle as parents tour the school, learn more about Waldorf education and talk with other parents. Refreshments will be served. Space is limited. 
• Fee: Free.
• Info: www.­waterse­dgewaldorf.­org or 847-526-1372.

• When: Saturday, Jan. 28, 3 p.m.
• Where: 26665 W Cuba Rd, Barrington, IL 
• Why Go: Walk On is a not-4-profit organization which provides equine assisted activities to individuals with a broad range of disabilities.
• Preregistration is required. Call 847 381-4231

• When: Sunday, Jan. 29, 10 a.m.
• Where:
• Why Go: The Frozen Zucchini is an opportunity for individuals of all ages to get out and enjoy some fun outdoor winter activity while supporting Smart Farm, a worthy and deserving local charity. The event also includes activities for kids.

• Info: Frozen Zucchini Race website