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Arts & Culture Barrington’s White House Cultural Season 2020 A DELIGHTFUL SERIES OF CULTURAL EVENTS FOR THE HEART, MIND, AND SOUL Barrington’s White House kicks off an extraordinary 2020 cultural season of events beginning in January with the 3rd Annual Barrington Town-Warming. Just in time for the Super Bowl, we wel- come Gary Fencik, a member of the 1985 Bears team. In February, singer-songwriter Pat McKillen is back for another high-energy concert, followed by Dr. Keith Fargo who will discuss current research on Alzheimer’s disease. In early March we continue our “Curious Mind” partnership with the Ori- ental Institute from the University of Chicago. There are tremendous offerings for everyone! Go to barringtonswhitehouse.com/events for more information and tickets, which go on sale January 2. Art Institute of Chicago, and the Chicago Archi- Back for one night only! Barrington’s wildly popu- tecture Foundation. WGN radio personality John lar singer-songwriter Pat McKillen returns to the Williams will also interview “Teddy Roosevelt” White House, where he’ll showcase his distinct (humanities scholar Clay Jenkinson). Tickets to blend of passion-infused folk and rock. McKillen this extraordinary event are extremely limited and will play selections from songs spanning a 10-year sell out quickly. career performing original music, including new songs in anticipation of his 2020 album release. A CHICAGO BEARS LEGEND GARY FENCIK wonderful Valentine’s Day date night! From BHS and Yale to the 1985 Bears and Beyond Thursday, January 30, 6:30 p.m. New Jersey Governor Chris Christie $30 Adults | $10 Students; Cash Bar Just in time for the Super Bowl, get ready to relive 3RD ANNUAL BARRINGTON TOWN- the 1985 Bears run for glory with Barrington High WARMING School graduate Gary Fencik. He’ll regale us with Vision 2020 Part II: Media, Politics, and the Arts tales from his storied career, from playing football in the New Decade at BHS and Yale University to having been a mem- Saturday, January 25 ber of the legendary 1985 Chicago Bears Super 9 a.m.–4 p.m. (Doors open 8:30 a.m.) Bowl team. Wear Your Bears Attire! Tickets: $150 VIP (upstairs); $75 General Admis- Dr. Keith Fargo, Alzheimer’s Association sion (downstairs on live feed) Presenting Sponsor: Northern Trust DR. KEITH FARGO, THE ALZHEIMER’S Keynote Speaker Sponsor: Greg and Anna Brown ASSOCIATION Join us for the 3rd Annual Barrington Town- The Latest Clinical Trial Results and Future Warming—a re-creation of the robust discussions Treatment for Alzheimer’s held in Barrington during the Depression era. Our Sunday, February 16, 3 p.m. keynote speaker is former New Jersey Governor $15 Adults & Students Chris Christie, who will give a talk about his new Alzheimer’s is a devastating disease for both indi- book, Let Me Finish: Trump, the Kushners, Ban- viduals and their families. Join us for an insightful non, New Jersey, and the Power of In-Your-Face afternoon of learning with Keith Fargo, Ph.D., Politics (all attendees will receive a complimentary Singer-songwriter Pat McKillen the director of Scientific Programs & Outreach copy). The day also features a panel on Media and at the Alzheimer’s Association. He will discuss Politics in an election year (featuring Mike Flan- PAT MCKILLEN IN CONCERT exciting new clinical trial results that may impact nery, Scott Stantis, and John Lampinen), as well Solo Acoustic Singer, Songwriter, Recording the future treatment of this condition in 2020 as a panel on the arts with Barrington native Artist and beyond. A panel of Chicago-area researchers and novelist Veronica Roth (Divergent trilogy) Saturday, Februray 15, 7:30 p.m. will briefly discuss their own research areas and alongside executives from the Lyric Opera, the $30 Adults | $10 Students; Cash Bar answer audience questions. 56 • Quintessential Barrington | QBarrington.com Village-0f-Barrington-Oscar-Shorts-QB-JF20.indd 1 12/12/19 10:18 AM BWH CURIOUS MIND SERIES: CONNECTING WITH ANTIQUITY WITH THE UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO’S ORIENTAL INSTITUTE Beer and Bread: Eating and Drinking in Ancient Babylonia Sunday, March 1, 3:00 p.m. $20 Adults | $10 Students ($35 for both sessions) Would it surprise you to know that beer and bread were the staples of the Babylonian diet? Or that eating a locust was a delicacy? In fact, many of the modern pillars of Middle Eastern cuisine such as chicken, tomatoes, and peppers did not yet exist in Mesopotamia, so Babylonians combined these items with garlic, onions, and cucum- bers. Assistant Professor for Assyriology Susanne Paulus will provide a fascinating peek into the diets and eating habits of this ancient culture, recipes included! DAILY LIFE IN PHARAONIC AND GRAECO-ROMAN EGYPT Sunday, March 8, 3 p.m. $20 Adults | $10 Students ($35 for both sessions) Did you know that under ancient Egyptian law, women had the same rights as men? Or that married couples could divorce? Brian Muhs, Associate Professor of Egyptology, will present an engaging talk on daily life in Pharaonic and Graeco-Roman Egypt, illustrated with 205 PARK AVENUE • BARRINGTON passages from ancient texts and archaeological explorations of ancient settlements. 847-382-IRON (4766) Big-Iron-Horse-QB-JF20.inddQBarrington.com 1 | Quintessential Barrington12/4/19 • 57 1:20 PM Arts & Culture “undeserved but gratefully received and appreci- ated” award, explaining his deeply held belief that service to others isn’t transactional, it is a way of life. “My parents taught me to live in accordance with a moral code: ‘When you see someone who is less well off than yourself, and you are in a unique position to do something about their plight, with- out harm to self, family or Lord, you simply step into the opportunity to relieve their burden, as best you can... No fuss, no muss, just go on about your business.’” Mr. Stephenson later added, “This is a joyful moment for me. It is a privilege to be honored tonight and to celebrate all the good work of which we are capable when we are free.” “Mr. Stephenson has shown lifelong dedica- tion to promoting entrepreneurial freedom and individual liberty as a leader, philanthropist, and entrepreneur. We are delighted to honor Mr. Ste- phenson and to recognize his success and service. He is a faithful proponent of the principles of the Austrian School and Friedrich A. v. Hayek, and we are grateful for his support in making sure these Board member Dr. Andreas Unterberger, Mr. Richard J Stephenson, Director of Austrian Economics Center Dr. Barbara Kolm, and Board member HSH Prince Michael of Liechtenstein on stage at the 10th annual principles endure,” said Dr. Barbara Kolm, AEC Hayek Lifetime Achievement Awards Gala. founder and President of the Hayek Institute. Highlighting Mr. Stephenson’s contributions to the field of cancer treatment and care, both as the Austrian Economics Center founder and chairman of Cancer Treatment Cen- ters of America® (CTCA) and Gateway for Cancer Awards Richard J Stephenson Research, a nonprofit organization dedicated to funding early phase clinical trials, Julian Hadschieff, Vice President of the Hayek Its Hayek Lifetime Achievement Institute and CEO of PremiQaMed Group, a lead- ing private health care provider in Austria, added: Award for 2019 “Mr. Stephenson is a role model in both business and philanthropy. In 1988, he created one of the STEPHENSON FAMILY FOUNDATION FOUNDER AND CHAIRMAN first private hospital networks built on the concept AWARDED PREEMINENT RESEARCH INSTITUTE’S HIGHEST HONOR IN of providing truly individualized care. In 1991, RECOGNITION OF HIS LIFETIME OF SERVICE TO THE PRINCIPLES OF he founded Gateway for Cancer Research, which FREEDOM AND FREE ENTERPRISE has raised over $85 million in support of trans- formational cancer research…Entrepreneurs and HE AUSTRIAN ECONOMICS CENTER H.S.H. Prince Michael of Liechtenstein pre- philanthropists like him are essential to the future (AEC) together with the Friedrich A. sented Mr. Stephenson with the Hayek Lifetime of medicine.” Tv. Hayek Institute (Hayek Institute) cel- Achievement Award in recognition of his signifi- Terry Anker, a member of the board of The ebrated the 2019 recipients of the Hayek Lifetime cant entrepreneurial and philanthropic contribu- Friends of the Austrian Economics Center, closed Achievement Award, Mr. Richard J Stephenson tions to society. Mr. Woods’ Lifetime Achievement the tribute to Mr. Stephenson noting that his and Mr. Tom E. Woods, Jr. at the 10th annual Award was presented by Dr. Ingo Friedrich, who “leadership of a remarkable revolution in health- Hayek Lifetime Achievement Awards Gala, held paid tribute to Woods’ work as a noted libertarian care, attentive generosity, and inspirational spirit on Thursday, November 14 at the Gartenpalais scholar, author and media personality. as an entrepreneur stands as a brilliant reminder Liechtenstein. Over 300 guests gathered in honor In his acceptance speech, Mr. Stephenson of the immutable truth of free-market innovation of Mr. Stephenson and Mr. Woods. thanked AEC and the Hayek Institute for the and thoughtful compassion.” 58 • Quintessential Barrington | QBarrington.com Recently Engaged? MAKE A DAY OF WEDDING PLANNING IN BARRINGTON Barrington’s White House Bridal Open House and Barrington Bridal Barrington-Music-Institute-QB-JF20.indd 1 12/3/19 9:22 AM Tour is on February 22, 2020. Kellogg MBA and Former Member of Northwestern University’s ARRINGTON IS THE PLACE TO BE for wedding planning Kellogg School of Management Admissions Committee in 2020! On February 22 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., drop by Bar- Brington’s White House to experience a “real wedding,” com- plete with flowers, food, and the latest trends at its Bridal Open House. It’s a great way to check out vendors and see this beautiful mansion all Empowering Students to dressed up and ready for a party! This isn’t your traditional “trade show”.