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SUMMARY:Character Bee 2026
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to announce the upcoming Character Bee\, an exciting and educational experience showcasing the language skills of your student(s). \nWhat is the Chinese Character Bee? \nThe Chinese Character Bee is an opportunity for participants 1st through 5th to showcase their knowledge of Mandarin Chinese characters. Students will engage in friendly competition\, promoting language proficiency\, and celebrating the richness of the Chinese language. \nEvent Schedule: \n4th & 5th GradeCheck-in: 4:45 PMBee Begins: 5:00PM \n1st\, 2nd\, & 3rd GradesCheck-in: 5:45 PMBees Begin: 6:00 PM \nStudy Guides by Grade Level: Grade Level Study guide will be provided by the classroom teacher. \nHere is the links to the Character Bee rules and procedures. \nSave the Date and Spread the Buzz! \nMark your calendars! The Character Bee will be a highlight of the academic year\, bringing our community together to celebrate the beauty and complexity of the Chinese language. \nFor more information or inquiries\, please contact bcic220@gmail.com. \nWe look forward to your enthusiastic participation in the Chinese Character Bee!
URL:https://www.bcic220.org/event/character-bee-2026/
LOCATION:Countryside Elementary School\, 205 W County Line Rd\, Barrington\, IL\, 60010\, United States
CATEGORIES:Character Bee
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SUMMARY:BCIC Closed Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:🗓️ Date: Thursday\, April 9th \n🕚 Time: 6:30PM-8:30PM \n📍 Location: Barrington Area Library Main Meeting Room – Side B \n  \nThe Barrington Area Library provides Meeting Room space as a community service. The Barrington Area Library neither sponsors nor endorses this event or the presenting individuals or organizations.
URL:https://www.bcic220.org/event/bcic-board-meeting-april/
LOCATION:Barrington Area Library\, 505 N. Northwest Highway\, Barrington\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:BCIC Board Meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="BCIC":MAILTO:bcic220@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260401T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260401T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T025729
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T233628Z
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SUMMARY:Transition To Middle School Panel
DESCRIPTION:All current 5th graders and their families are invited to join BCIC for a panel discussion about the transition to middle school in the media center (library) of Station Middle School. After the panel discussion\, there will be time for the current 5th graders to informally chat with the current middle school students and/or teachers. At the same time\, current 5th grade parents can informally chat with current middle school parents and/or teachers. \nThis is NOT a drop off event; students must attend with their parents\, guardians\, or trusted adult. Both students and parents will benefit from hearing from our panelists. \nThis is a FREE event\, but registration is required. ALL attendees must be registered to attend. This means you should click “+ Add Guest” for each additional person in your group attending. \nYou may submit as many questions to the panel ahead of time via this same registration form. Questions submitted on this registration will be asked annonymously during the event. You can also directly ask questions at the event to our CI middle school students serving on the panel\, Mrs. Weerts & Mr. Yu (our CI middle school teachers)\, parents of current/past middle schoolers\, and BCIC reps.
URL:https://www.bcic220.org/event/9710/
LOCATION:Station Middle School\, 215 S Eastern Ave\, Barrington\, IL\, 60010\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="BCIC":MAILTO:bcic220@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260331T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260331T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T025729
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T190655Z
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SUMMARY:Transition to High School Panel
DESCRIPTION:All current 8th graders and their families are invited to join BCIC for a panel discussion about the transition to high school in the Upper Atrium of Barrington High School. After the panel discussion\, there will be time for the current 8th graders to informally chat with the current high school students and/or teachers. At the same time\, current 8th grade parents can informally chat with current high school parents and/or teachers. \nThis is NOT intended to be a drop off event; students and their parents will benefit from hearing from our panelists. Students should attend with their parents or another trusted adult. \nThis is a FREE event\, but registration is required. ALL attendees must be registered to attend. This means you should click “+ Add Guest” for each additional person in your group attending. \nYou may submit as many questions to the panel ahead of time via this same registration form. Questions submitted on this registration will be asked annonymously during the event. You can also directly ask questions at the event to our CI high school students serving on the panel\, Mrs. Yang or Ms. Stumpf (our CI high school teachers)\, parents of current/past high schoolers\, and BCIC reps.
URL:https://www.bcic220.org/event/transition-to-high-school-panel/
LOCATION:Barrington High School\, 616 West Main Street\, Barrington\, 60010\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="BCIC":MAILTO:bcic220@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260312T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260312T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T025729
CREATED:20250820T025840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T214003Z
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SUMMARY:BCIC Open Board Meeting – Open to all CI Parents/Gaurdians (In Person or Virtually)
DESCRIPTION:🗓️ Date: Thursday\, March 12th \n🕚 Time: 6:30PM \n📍 Location: Barrington Area Library Zimmerman Room \n  \nThe Barrington Area Library provides Meeting Room space as a community service. The Barrington Area Library neither sponsors nor endorses this event or the presenting individuals or organizations.
URL:https://www.bcic220.org/event/bcic-board-meeting-march/
LOCATION:Barrington Area Library\, 505 N. Northwest Highway\, Barrington\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:BCIC Board Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="BCIC":MAILTO:bcic220@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T025729
CREATED:20251123T174642Z
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SUMMARY:Lunar New Year at Barrington High School\, February 28\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:**Please save the date to celebrate the Year of the Horse with BCIC and the Barrington 220 Chinese Immersion community!** \nWe have a larger event space at Barrington High School and are expanding our 2026 celebration to welcome the D220 community. This family-friendly event features Chinese and Asian cultural arts\, crafts\, games\, food and experiences. \n\nChinese music and dance performances\nCalligraphy demonstration and personalized zodiac bookmarks\nFestive games\, art and craft activities\nTraditional tea presentation and tasting\nChinese and Asian snacks for purchase\n\nPurchase tickets at D220 Revtrak  \nInterested in volunteering?  Lunar New Year is a 100% volunteer-run event. For more information on how to volunteer\, please watch our volunteer page \nVolunteering and Middle and High School Volunteer Program. \n\nAdult volunteers (D220 CI parents/guardians) interested in helping with event planning and preparation: Please contact bcic220@gmail.com\nStudent volunteers (CI students 8th grade and up or BHS World Language Chinese students) interested in leadership opportunities\, please contact Michelle Chase\, michellechase@bcic220.org\n\nTo donate raffle and game prizes\, please see our Amazon wish list: BCIC LNY 2026 Party Donations \nYour donations make it possible to host this special event this year for our community and keep ticket prices affordable for CI students and families. Proceeds from this event will support BCIC in providing language and cultural enrichment for the Chinese Immersion program. \nPlease return to this page for additional event updates
URL:https://www.bcic220.org/event/lunar-new-year-2026/
LOCATION:Barrington High School\, 616 West Main Street\, Barrington\, 60010\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="BCIC":MAILTO:bcic220@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260211T174500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260211T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T025729
CREATED:20260124T221850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260124T222748Z
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SUMMARY:B220 CI Parent University
DESCRIPTION:Join D220 administrators\, CI teachers and students who have graduated from the CI program at Chinese Immersion Parent University! Attendees will have the opportunity to learn more about the details of the CI curriculum and programming. \nThe evening will start with a welcome from Director of Language Programs\, Grants and Family Engagement\, Becky Wiegel. Then there will be three half hour sessions you can choose to attend. \nRegistration for the event and sessions is requested to help plan for the evening with this Google Form \nTopics Include: \nChoice #1 – What to expect in Kindergarten – 2nd grade Chinese Immersion\nChoice #2 – What to expect in 3rd – 5th grade Chinese Immersion\nChoice #3 – What to expect in 6th – 8th grade Chinese Immersion\nChoice #4 – What to expect in high school Chinese Immersion\nChoice #5 – Chinese Immersion and Assessment\nChoice #6 – College Student Testimonials (only offered from 7:20 – 7:50) \nYou can find out more about the event here
URL:https://www.bcic220.org/event/b220-ci-parent-university/
LOCATION:Barabara Rose Elementary School\, 61 W. Penny Road\, South Barrington\, IL\, 60010
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260210T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260210T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T025729
CREATED:20250820T025628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251116T195601Z
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SUMMARY:BCIC Closed Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:🗓️ Date: Tuesday\, February 10th \n🕚 Time: 6:30PM-8:30PM \n📍 Location: Barrington Area Library Zimmerman Room \n  \nThe Barrington Area Library provides Meeting Room space as a community service. The Barrington Area Library neither sponsors nor endorses this event or the presenting individuals or organizations.
URL:https://www.bcic220.org/event/bcic-board-meeting-february/
LOCATION:Barrington Area Library\, 505 N. Northwest Highway\, Barrington\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:BCIC Board Meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="BCIC":MAILTO:bcic220@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260204T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260204T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T025729
CREATED:20260124T224911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260124T224911Z
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SUMMARY:Incoming Kindergarten Chinese Immersion Info Night
DESCRIPTION:Do you have an incoming kindergartener? Do you know a family in the community who would be interested in having their children learn Mandarin? Join Barrington 220 administrators at North Barrington Elementary school on Wednesday\, February 4th at 6pm to learn all about our incredible Chinese Immersion program. \nKick off your child’s educational journey the right and attend this informative district hosted event! \nRegistration is required and can be filled out on this questionnaire by February 2nd. \nDon’t miss out on giving your child the gift of learning another language from an early age. Additional program information from the district is located here. \nReady\, Set… Kindergarten!
URL:https://www.bcic220.org/event/incoming-kindergarten-chinese-immersion-info-night/
LOCATION:North Barrington Elementary School\, 24175 N Grandview Drive\, North Barrington\, IL\, 60010\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260124T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260124T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T025729
CREATED:20251121T014557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T014557Z
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SUMMARY:3rd-5th Grade Games
DESCRIPTION:Attention 3rd-5th graders!\nBCIC invites you to join us for an immersive and fun Chinese experience as we dive into engaging Chinese word games that promise fun and learning. Be a part of this unique event fostering language skills in a playful environment. Don’t miss out on the chance to make language learning a memorable experience for your child! We look forward to seeing you there. 🌐📚🎉 \nRegister each person attending. \n\n\n\n📆 Date: Saturday\, January 24  \n\n\n\n🕒 Time: 9:30am – 11:30am (Stay for the whole time or drop by for part) \n\n\n\n📍 Location: Barrington Area Library \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Barrington Area Library provides Meeting Room space as a community service. The Barrington Area Library neither sponsors nor endorses this event or the presenting individuals or organizations.
URL:https://www.bcic220.org/event/3rd-5th-grade-games/
LOCATION:Barrington Area Library\, 505 N. Northwest Highway\, Barrington\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:BCIC Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="BCIC":MAILTO:bcic220@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260113T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260113T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T025729
CREATED:20250820T025005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T024201Z
UID:8908-1768329000-1768332600@www.bcic220.org
SUMMARY:BCIC Open Board Meeting - Open to all CI Parents/Gaurdians (In Person or Virtually)
DESCRIPTION:Join our BCIC Open Board Meeting in person or virtually. Learn about BCIC and hear how we are supporting the CI program through initiatives and events. Please use the registration link above to submit a question/comment by Friday\, January 9th to be sure it is addressed during the meeting. \n🗓️ Date: Tuesday\, January 13th \n🕚 Time: 6:30PM \n📍 Location: Barrington Area Library OR Virtual – Register to receive link (emailed shortly before meeting begins)
URL:https://www.bcic220.org/event/bcic-board-meeting-january/
LOCATION:Barrington Area Library\, 505 N. Northwest Highway\, Barrington\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:BCIC Board Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="BCIC":MAILTO:bcic220@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251209T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251209T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T025729
CREATED:20250820T024710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251116T195501Z
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SUMMARY:BCIC Closed Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:🗓️ Date: Tuesday\, December 9th \n🕚 Time: 6:30PM-8:30PM \n📍 Location: Barrington Area Library Zimmerman Room \n  \nThe Barrington Area Library provides Meeting Room space as a community service. The Barrington Area Library neither sponsors nor endorses this event or the presenting individuals or organizations.
URL:https://www.bcic220.org/event/bcic-board-meeting-december/
LOCATION:Barrington Area Library\, 505 N. Northwest Highway\, Barrington\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:BCIC Board Meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="BCIC":MAILTO:bcic220@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T025729
CREATED:20251116T214621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T025255Z
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SUMMARY:Career Exploration Webinar  - December 4\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our fall Career Exploration webinar!  BCIC and Xilin Northwest Chinese School have brought together four expert panelists to introduce students about career opportunities that involve: \n\nUtilizing Mandarin language skills\nWorking and collaborating with Chinese businesses and global organizations\nExploring exciting opportunities to live and work in China or other Mandarin-speaking nations\n\nWe are excited to present our esteemed panel of speakers: \n\nOfficer Kai Ding\, City of Des Plaines Police Officer\nMr. Robert Patchak\, Vice President – Commercial and Operational Performance\, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineer\, Veolia North America\nDr. Donghua Tao\, Professor and Associate Dean for the Library of the Health Sciences at the University of Illinois Chicago.\nMs. Lu Zhang\, Supply chain and logistics professional with 8+ years of experience in manufacturing and global trade environments\, specializing in import/export\, freight forwarding\, inventory optimization\, and supplier relationship management. Bilingual in English and Mandarin Chinese. MBA in Supply Chain Management.\n\n  \nBoth students and parents are warmly invited to participate!  Please register by Wednesday\, December 3.  We will email the meeting link to all registered participants in advance of the webinar. \nFor other BCIC events\, please visit our event site at www.bcic220.org/events or our Facebook group at BCIC Facebook Group \nFor more information about Xilin Northwest Chinese School\, please visit Xilin Northwest Chinese School 希林西北中文学校 \n 
URL:https://www.bcic220.org/event/career-exploration-webinar-december-4-2025/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251115T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251115T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T025729
CREATED:20231002T151516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T171452Z
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SUMMARY:CI K-2nd Mandarin Story Time
DESCRIPTION:Join BCIC for some Mandarin fun at our CI Story Time and Games event! \nThis event is perfect for CI students in grades K-2\, their parents/caregivers (siblings welcome). Older CI students are welcome but the content is geared towards the younger ones. It’s a great way to connect with other CI families. \n🗓️ Date: Saturday\, November 15th \n🕚 Time: 10:30AM – 11:30AM \n📍 Location: Barrington Area Library in First Floor Meeting Room \n\n\n\n\nTo sign up to volunteer for this event\, please visit our sign-up page at www.bcic220.org/sheets/ci-mandarin-story-time. \nSee you there for a morning of enjoyment and learning! \n\n\n\n\n\n  \nFor other BCIC events please visit our event site at www.bcic220.org/events or our Facebook group at BCIC Facebook Group \n\n\nThe Barrington Area Library provides Meeting Room space as a community service. The Barrington Area Library neither sponsors nor endorses this event or the presenting individuals or organizations.
URL:https://www.bcic220.org/event/ci-mandarin-story-time/
LOCATION:Barrington Area Library\, 505 N. Northwest Highway\, Barrington\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:BCIC Events,Mandarin Storytime
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ORGANIZER;CN="BCIC":MAILTO:bcic220@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251114T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251114T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T025729
CREATED:20231019T031440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T130742Z
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SUMMARY:Service Project: Make Thanksgiving cards in other languages for Greencastle residents
DESCRIPTION:🦃 This Thanksgiving\, BCIC is seeking students and families to help make handmade Thanksgiving cards for residents of Greencastle of Barrington. The cards will be attached to the residents’ Thanksgiving dinner packages donated by other organizations. \nPlease make cards on thicker paper or cardstock with original artwork and a message such as \nHappy Thanksgiving! We wish you happiness and good health. \n感恩节快乐！祝您幸福、身体健康。 \nCards may be signed with students’ first name or family name. Envelopes are not needed. \n🌍 Greencastle is a very diverse community. We are requesting cards written in Mandarin\, Russian\, Hindu\, Korean\, and more. We would like to provide cards for residents in as many languages as possible. \nCARDS MUST ARRIVE AT GREENCASTLE BY FRIDAY\, NOVEMBER 21. \nYou can mail or drop off the cards at: \nGreencastle of Barrington\nAttention: Qi Teng\n445 E. Main Street\nBarrington\, IL 60010 \nIf dropping off in person\, please coordinate with Social Services Coordinator\, Qi Teng\, qteng@embraceliving.org \n✏️ Please register and indicate how many cards your family would like to make in each language. \nStudents in 7th grade and up are welcome to join us at Station Middle School on Friday\, November 14 at 4pm. Service credit is available for NJHS and BHS students: Make Thanksgiving Cards for Greencastle at Station Middle School! Friday November 14\, 4-5pm  \n🍁 Thank you and Happy Thanksgiving to you and your families! 🍁 \n 
URL:https://www.bcic220.org/event/thanksgiving-cards-for-the-residents-of-greencastle-of-barrington/
LOCATION:Station Middle School\, 215 S Eastern Ave\, Barrington\, IL\, 60010\, United States
CATEGORIES:BCIC Events,BCIC Major Events,Greencastle,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251113T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251113T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T025729
CREATED:20250820T024301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T034931Z
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SUMMARY:BCIC Board Meeting - Open to all CI Parents/Gaurdians (In Person or Virtually)
DESCRIPTION:Join our BCIC Open Board Meeting in person or virtually with special guests from D220 administration. Learn about BCIC and hear how we are supporting the CI program through initiatives and events. Please use the registration link above to submit a question/comment for our guests prior to the meeting to be sure it is addressed during the meeting. \n🗓️ Date: Thursday\, November 13th \n🕚 Time: 6:30PM-7:30PM \n📍 Location: Media Center (library) of Station Middle School OR Virtual – Register to receive link
URL:https://www.bcic220.org/event/bcic-board-meeting-november/
LOCATION:Station Middle School\, 215 S Eastern Ave\, Barrington\, IL\, 60010\, United States
CATEGORIES:BCIC Board Meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="BCIC":MAILTO:bcic220@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251010T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251010T190000
DTSTAMP:20260423T025729
CREATED:20250912T194232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T013327Z
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SUMMARY:Mid Autumn (Moon) Festival 2025
DESCRIPTION:*** Registration in advance is required for this event *** \nPlease join BCIC on Friday\, October 10th from 5-7pm in the Countryside Elementary School Multi-Purpose Room for our Mid Autumn (Moon) Festival event.
URL:https://www.bcic220.org/event/mid-autumn-moon-festival/
LOCATION:Countryside Elementary School\, 205 W County Line Rd\, Barrington\, IL\, 60010\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chinese Holidays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251009T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251009T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T025729
CREATED:20250820T023656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T025202Z
UID:8901-1760034600-1760041800@www.bcic220.org
SUMMARY:BCIC Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:🗓️ Date: Thursday\, October 9th \n🕚 Time: 6:30PM-8:30PM \n📍 Location: Barrington Area Library Zimmerman Room \n  \nThe Barrington Area Library provides Meeting Room space as a community service. The Barrington Area Library neither sponsors nor endorses this event or the presenting individuals or organizations.
URL:https://www.bcic220.org/event/bcic-board-meeting-october/
LOCATION:Barrington Area Library\, 505 N. Northwest Highway\, Barrington\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:BCIC Board Meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="BCIC":MAILTO:bcic220@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251005T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251005T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T025729
CREATED:20250902T152100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T234415Z
UID:9053-1759669200-1759680000@www.bcic220.org
SUMMARY:Fall Fest - Village of North Barrington
DESCRIPTION:BCIC will have a booth at North Barrington Fall Fest on Sunday\, October 5th from 1-4pm. \nWe are looking for volunteers to help kids with crafts and share info about the CI program which will be at North Barrington next year. Please register above. \nVolunteer Shift 1 – 12:30-2:00 \nVolunteer Shift 2 – 1:30 -3:00 \nVolunteer Shift 3 – 2:30-4:00
URL:https://www.bcic220.org/event/village-of-north-barrington-fall-fest/
LOCATION:Eton Park\, 536 Eton Drive\, North Barrington\, IL\, 60010\, United States
CATEGORIES:BCIC Booth
ORGANIZER;CN="BCIC":MAILTO:bcic220@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T025729
CREATED:20250820T045441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250920T171857Z
UID:8923-1758965400-1758974400@www.bcic220.org
SUMMARY:Homecoming Parade - 2025
DESCRIPTION:BCIC has a float in the Barrington High School Homecoming Parade! Register to join us! \nUnder the Stars is the theme! \nCI Float Slogan is “Miami Nights Meets China Nights”\nSign Up Here to decorate the float Sat Sept 14th\nWear your traditional Chinese clothes or BCIC spiritwear. Bring candy if you’d like to pass it out.\n\n\nNEW PARADE ROUTE AND STARTING PLACE DUE TO CONSTRUCTION ON RT. 14\n\n\nGeneral event details: Arrive at the St. Matthew Lutheran Church\, 720 Dundee Avenue\, 9/23 at 9:30am (cannot park on site so plan accordingly). No candy can be thrown from the float during the parade\, but you may hand out your own candy. Ride/Walk in the parade to the BHS high school.\n**Please note float riding priority is given to the young students and disabled** \n**Any participants in 3rd grade or younger MUST be supervised – No Drop Offs** \n\nMiddle or high school age students interested in volunteering to carry the dragon or assist with the younger CI kids during parade click here.\n  \n\nFor other BCIC events please visit our event site at www.bcic220.org/events or our facebook page at BCIC Facebook Group
URL:https://www.bcic220.org/event/homecoming-parade-2025/
LOCATION:St. Matthew Lutheran Church\, 720 Dundee Avenue\, Barrington\, IL\, 60010\, United States
CATEGORIES:BCIC Major Events,Homecoming Parade
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250914T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250914T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T025729
CREATED:20250911T052211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T193106Z
UID:9114-1757854800-1757865600@www.bcic220.org
SUMMARY:Homecoming Parade Float Decorating 2025
DESCRIPTION:BCIC is inviting YOU to be a part of the excitement by decorating our float. \nJoin us for some fun decorating our Homecoming parade float with the theme “Miami Nights Meets China Nights”. Families and teens welcome to help us make this a successful Homecoming parade. \n**Please wear clothes that can get paint on them** \nDecorating Day: Sept 16th \nDecorating Time: 1 – 4pm : Please register for event above so we know how many to expect \nLocation: 21201 N. 23rd Street\, Barrington\, IL 60010 \nSpread the Word: Encourage fellow students and families to participate. The more\, the merrier! Let’s make our float a true representation of our community. \nIf you have any questions please contact bcic220@gmail.com.
URL:https://www.bcic220.org/event/homecoming-parade-float-decorating-2025/
LOCATION:Float Decorating\, 21201 N. 23rd Street\, Barrington\, IL\, 60010\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="BCIC":MAILTO:bcic220@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250909T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250909T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T025729
CREATED:20250818T210941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T032617Z
UID:8891-1757442600-1757446200@www.bcic220.org
SUMMARY:BCIC Board Meeting - Open to all CI Parents/Guardians (In Person or Virtually)
DESCRIPTION:Join our BCIC Open Board Meeting in person or virtually. Learn about BCIC and hear how we are supporting the CI program through initiatives and events. \n🗓️ Date: Tuesday\, September 9th \n🕚 Time: 6:30PM-7:30PM \n📍 Location: Media Center (library) of Station Middle School OR Virtual – Register to receive link \n 
URL:https://www.bcic220.org/event/bcic-board-meeting-september/
LOCATION:Station Middle School\, 215 S Eastern Ave\, Barrington\, IL\, 60010\, United States
CATEGORIES:BCIC Board Meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="BCIC":MAILTO:bcic220@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250812T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250812T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T025729
CREATED:20250820T031722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T031722Z
UID:8918-1755023400-1755030600@www.bcic220.org
SUMMARY:BCIC Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:🗓️ Date: Tuesday\, August 12th \n🕚 Time: 6:30PM-8:30PM \n📍 Location: Barrington Area Library Zimmerman Room \n  \nThe Barrington Area Library provides Meeting Room space as a community service. The Barrington Area Library neither sponsors nor endorses this event or the presenting individuals or organizations.
URL:https://www.bcic220.org/event/bcic-board-meeting-august/
LOCATION:Barrington Area Library\, 505 N. Northwest Highway\, Barrington\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:BCIC Board Meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="BCIC":MAILTO:bcic220@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250611T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250611T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T025729
CREATED:20250528T124407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T213057Z
UID:8829-1749668400-1749673800@www.bcic220.org
SUMMARY:BCIC - BHS Student Volunteer Appreciation Event
DESCRIPTION:BCIC extends its warmest thanks to all the BHS volunteer who helped make this years’ language and cultural enrichment programs a success! \nBCIC hosting its first Student Volunteer Appreciation on Wednesday\, June 11\, from 7:00-to-8:30pm at the Barrington Area Library – Zimmerman room!  BHS Students who volunteered for at least one BCIC event over the 2024-2025 school year are invited. \nWe’ll have snacks\, a few games with a chance to win fun prizes\, a short presentation from the BCIC Board and time to catch up with friends. Please RSVP by the end of the day Monday\, June 9 by signing up here: BCIC Student Volunteer Appreciation Event – BHS students \nIf you have any questions\, please email michellechase@bcic220.org \n 
URL:https://www.bcic220.org/event/8829/
LOCATION:Barrington Area Library\, 505 N. Northwest Highway\, Barrington\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:BCIC Events,Student Success
ORGANIZER;CN="BCIC":MAILTO:bcic220@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250529T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250529T190000
DTSTAMP:20260423T025729
CREATED:20240413T112022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T211202Z
UID:7699-1748538000-1748545200@www.bcic220.org
SUMMARY:End of Year Celebration 2025
DESCRIPTION:Chinese Immersion End of Year Celebration\nJoin us for a celebration at Countryside Elementary School.\n \n– Date: May 29th\, 2025\n– Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM\n– Location: Countryside Elementary School Playground \nExperience an evening of fun with your CI family!\nAt the CI End of the Year celebration\, you’ll have the opportunity to enjoy friendly matches of basketball\, Chinese activities and challenge yourself with Chinese board and card games. \nCraft: TBD\n\nKona Ice Truck 5:30-7:00pm\n\nWear BCIC or your School spirit wear!\nShare your lightly used Chinese traditional clothing or Spiritwear at the swap table. \nVolunteer Here: www.bcic220.org/sheet/ci-end-of-the-year-celebration/\nGet ready for a time of fun and excitement celebrating our CI students! \nPlease register to secure your spot. \nWe look forward to celebrating with you!
URL:https://www.bcic220.org/event/end-of-year-celebration/
LOCATION:Countryside Elementary School\, 205 W County Line Rd\, Barrington\, IL\, 60010\, United States
CATEGORIES:BCIC Events,CI Community,CI End of Year Celebration
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ORGANIZER;CN="BCIC":MAILTO:bcic220@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250508T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250508T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T025729
CREATED:20231031T164412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250412T031134Z
UID:6939-1746729000-1746732600@www.bcic220.org
SUMMARY:BCIC Open Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join our BCIC Open Board Meeting! Hear how we are supporting the CI program through initiatives\, events\, etc. \n🗓️ Date: Thursday\, May 8th \n🕚 Time: 6:30PM-7:30PM \n📍 Location: Barrington Area Library Zimmerman Room \n  \nThe Barrington Area Library provides Meeting Room space as a community service. The Barrington Area Library neither sponsors nor endorses this event or the presenting individuals or organizations.
URL:https://www.bcic220.org/event/bcic-open-board-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Barrington Area Library\, 505 N. Northwest Highway\, Barrington\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:BCIC Board Meeting,BCIC Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="BCIC":MAILTO:bcic220@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250429T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250429T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T025729
CREATED:20250213T215422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T213704Z
UID:8602-1745947800-1745956800@www.bcic220.org
SUMMARY:2025 Character Bee
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to announce the upcoming Character Bee\, an exciting and educational experience showcasing the language skills of your student(s). \nWhat is the Chinese Character Bee? \nThe Chinese Character Bee is an opportunity for participants 1st through 5th to showcase their knowledge of Mandarin Chinese characters. Students will engage in friendly competition\, promoting language proficiency\, and celebrating the richness of the Chinese language. \nEvent Schedule: \n5th GradeCheck-in: 5:15 PMBee Begins: 5:30 PM \n1st & 2nd GradesCheck-in: 5:45 PMBees Begin: 6:00 PM \n3rd & 4th GradesCheck-in: 6:30 PMBees Begin: 6:45 PM \nStudy Guides by Grade Level: Grade Level Study guide will be provided by the classroom teacher. \nHere is the links to the Character Bee rules and procedures. \nSave the Date and Spread the Buzz! \nMark your calendars! The Character Bee will be a highlight of the academic year\, bringing our community together to celebrate the beauty and complexity of the Chinese language. \nFor more information or inquiries\, please contact bcic220@gmail.com. \nWant to help? Volunteer here: https://www.bcic220.org/sheet/character-bee/ \nWe look forward to your enthusiastic participation in the Chinese Character Bee!
URL:https://www.bcic220.org/event/character-bee/
LOCATION:Countryside Elementary School\, 205 W County Line Rd\, Barrington\, IL\, 60010\, United States
CATEGORIES:BCIC Events,BCIC Major Events,Character Bee
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ORGANIZER;CN="BCIC":MAILTO:bcic220@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250406T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250406T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T025729
CREATED:20250228T192842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250307T023408Z
UID:8641-1743940800-1743951600@www.bcic220.org
SUMMARY:BCIC Parents Afternoon Out
DESCRIPTION:1st BCIC Parents Afternoon Out \nYou’re Invited!\nJoin us for the 1st BCIC Parents Afternoon Out for an afternoon of great company and delicious food! \nThis event is a wonderful opportunity to foster conversations among parents across different grades and schools\, while celebrating the spirit of community and friendship. \nRevtrak Ticket purchase: (Purchase by 3/31) \nhttps://barrington220.revtrak.net/barrington-chinese-immersion-council/bcic-events/#/v/BCIC-Parents-Afternoon-Out \nDate: 4/6/2025 \nTime: noon-3pm \nVenue: PL8 \n736 W. Northwest Hwy \nBarrington\, IL 60010\n🍽️ Buffet: $30 per person (includes non-alcoholic drinks and gratuities) All sale final\, no refund or exchange. \n(insert revtrak ticket link)\n🍹 Drinks: PL8 is offering alcoholic beverages at happy hour prices (available at participants’ own cost to the restaurant). \nWe look forward to seeing you there! \nAdults Only \nAll Sales Final\, No Refund or Exchange \nAppetizers: \nPan-Fried Dumplings  煎饺 \nCrab Rangoons   蟹角 \nHouse Salad \nEntrées: \nSushi Rolls \nBo Bo Beef \nStir-Fried Fish W/spicy chili bean sauce 豆瓣鱼片 \nSeven-Flavor Chicken  七味鸡 \nCrunchy Garlic Shrimp  蒜香虾 \nChengdu-Style  Salty Fried Pork Slices    成都盐煎肉 \nBuddha’s Vegetables    素烩菜
URL:https://www.bcic220.org/event/bcic-parents-afternoon-out/
LOCATION:PL8\, 736 W. Northwest Hwy\, Barrington\, IL\, 60010\, United States
CATEGORIES:BCIC Events,CI Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="BCIC":MAILTO:bcic220@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250405T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250405T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T025729
CREATED:20231208T135142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T205405Z
UID:7107-1743845400-1743852600@www.bcic220.org
SUMMARY:CI 3rd - 5th Games in Chinese
DESCRIPTION:Calling all CI 3rd-5th graders! \nJoin us for an immersive and fun Chinese experience\, as we dive into engaging Chinese word games that promise fun and learning. BCIC invites you to be a part of this unique event\, fostering language skills in a playful environment. \n\n\n\n📆 Date: April 5th \n\n\n\n🕒 Time: 9:30am – 11:30am (Stay for the whole time or drop by for part) \n\n\n\n📍 Location: Barrington Area Library \nTo sign up to volunteer for this event\, please visit our sign-up page at https://www.bcic220.org/sheet/3rd-5th-games/ \n\n\n\n\n\nDon’t miss out on the chance to make language learning a memorable experience for your child! We look forward to seeing you there. 🌐📚🎉 \n\n\n\nThe Barrington Area Library provides Meeting Room space as a community service. The Barrington Area Library neither sponsors nor endorses this event or the presenting individuals or organizations.
URL:https://www.bcic220.org/event/3rd-5th-games-in-chinese/
LOCATION:Barrington Area Library\, 505 N. Northwest Highway\, Barrington\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:BCIC Events,Chinese Langauge
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ORGANIZER;CN="BCIC":MAILTO:bcic220@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250402T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250402T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T025729
CREATED:20240229T224324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250217T184125Z
UID:7645-1743618600-1743624000@www.bcic220.org
SUMMARY:CI Student Panel for Incoming Sixth Graders
DESCRIPTION:All current 5th graders and their families are invited to join BCIC for a panel discussion about the transition to middle school in the media center (library) of Station Middle School. After the panel discussion\, there will be a breakout for the current 5th graders to informally chat with the current middle school students and/or teachers. At the same time\, there will be a breakout for the current 5th grade parents to informally chat with current middle school parents and/or teachers. \nThis is a FREE event\, but registration is required. You may submit as many questions to the panel ahead of time via this same registration form. Questions submitted on this registration will be asked annonymously during the event. You can also directly ask questions at the event to our CI middle school students serving on the panel\, Mrs. Weerts & Mr. Yu (our CI middle school teachers)\, parents of current/past middle schoolers\, and BCIC reps. Students must be accompanied by an adult. \n 
URL:https://www.bcic220.org/event/student-panel-for-incoming-sixth-graders/
LOCATION:Station Middle School\, 215 S Eastern Ave\, Barrington\, IL\, 60010\, United States
CATEGORIES:BCIC Events,Student Success,Transition Panel
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ORGANIZER;CN="BCIC":MAILTO:bcic220@gmail.com
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