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🌱 Patch AM: What Barrington bankers say you must show to secure a 2026 loan
Also, don't miss The famous Pequod's, caramelized crust pizza is heading your way. Order by noon. on the Barrington Patch calendar
Morning Barrington! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- What Barrington bankers say you must show to secure a 2026 loan
- See what a $1.85 million Barrington home on Moate Lane includes
Also on today's calendar: The famous Pequod's, caramelized crust pizza is heading your way. Order by noon. and 1 more event.
Today's riddle: How fast is milk when you pour it? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Monday: Partly sunny and nice, with a high of 76 and low of 55 degrees.
- Tuesday: Partly sunny and nice, temps: high: 78, low: 62.
- Wednesday: Humid with a t-storm possible, with a high of 80 and low of 62 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Interest rates are higher, but area banks are still lending to small businesses. Here's how to get your loan. (dailyherald.com) — Small-business owners in Barrington and the wider Chicago area can still get bank financing, but lenders are being choosier and focusing heavily on cash flow and owner character. A Barrington Bank & Trust executive explains why building a long-term relationship, knowing your numbers, and seeking funds before you're in trouble are key to securing a loan despite higher interest rates. 
• How much did the 10 most expensive homes sell for in McHenry County, reported in the week of Aug. 10? (shawlocal.com) — A Barrington home on Moate Lane just topped McHenry County's recent luxury sales, closing for $1.85 million and offering nearly 7,000 square feet with five bedrooms and five baths. The roundup also details nine other high-priced closings across nearby communities, giving a snapshot of what upper-tier homes are fetching right now.
📸 Around Barrington
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Barrington
Add your event to our calendar and newsletter!
- Policy Committee Meeting
Barrington CUSD 220 Barrington 220 School District, 515 W Main St, Barrington, IL 60010, USA
8:00 am - The famous Pequod's, caramelized crust pizza is heading your way. Order by noon. →
5:30 pm - Facilities Committee Meeting
Barrington CUSD 220 515 W Main St, Barrington, IL 60010, USA
10:00 am - Barrington Dance Ensemble hosts Nutcracker Auditions →
758 W Northwest Hwy, Barrington
12:00 pm
Tuesday August 25
Wednesday August 26
Sunday August 30
📣 Barrington Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- GBB & BS - Tryouts
Palatine CCSD 15 Your Home School
2:15 pm - MS Curriculum Night Gr. 6
Lake Zurich CUSD 95 Middle Schools
6:15 pm - Virtual Support Group: Caregivers of Those with Memory Loss
Palatine Area Chamber of Commerce Virtual
7:00 pm - Preschool Students First Day of School!
Greene Chicago, IL 60609 - Policy Committee Meeting
Barrington CUSD 220 Barrington 220 School District, 515 W Main St, Barrington, IL 60010, USA
8:00 am - Maximize Your Membership
Palatine Area Chamber of Commerce Chamber Office 3400 W Stonegate Blvd Arlington Heights
10:00 am - Sweat, Talk, And Rise Up fitness classes
Oak Park - River Forest (OPRF) Chamber of Commerce Yoga Lofts Studios at 115 N. Oak Park Avenue, Oak Park, IL
4:00 pm - HS Curriculum Night
Lake Zurich High School LZHS
6:00 pm
Monday August 24
Tuesday August 25
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Comrise posted a job opening for Customer Services Support Operator in Buffalo Grove. Apply here.
- Olive Garden posted a job opening for Dishwasher in Schaumburg. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Barrington here.
🗞 Nearby News
Barrington Hills
- It's already election time for candidates running for office in 2027 (barringtonhillsobserver.com)
Palatine
- 525 S Quentin Rd Unit 216, Palatine, IL 60067 - 2 beds/2 baths (redfin.com)
- New chapter: English teacher opens independent bookstore in downtown Arlington Heights (dailyherald.com)
Hoffman Estates
- Which ex-high school standouts from DuPage County area will play on Sunday, Aug. 23? (dupagepolicyjournal.com)
Ok Barrington! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: It's "Pasturized" before you know it! (Thank you Judy M. for sending it in!)
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