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Adult Summer Camp Session One: Flash Fiction

Thursday, July 23, 2026
2:00 PM3:30 PM

Rediscover the joy and wonder of childhood by joining us for Adult Summer Camp! Embrace your inner child as you participate in fun activities and workshops designed to bring out your playful side. Each participant will receive a commemorative lanyard and will earn a badge for every activity completed. Don't miss this opportunity to relive the carefree days of summer and make new memories with like-minded individuals in a welcoming and inclusive environment. Adult Summer Camp is split into two sessions. Register for session one, session two, or both! Sign up now and let the adventure begin! Free and open to adults. Register below for Session 1 (July 20 - 30). By registering, you are committing to all 4 days of camp. You cannot register for individual activities only. Dates and activities are below: Monday, July 20 at 2 pm: Mandala Rocks - Use brightly colored acrylic paint and dotting tools to create a one of a kind mandala rock. Earn the Craft badge. Location: Residential Properties Meeting Room Thursday, July 23 at 2 pm: Flash Fiction – Learn the art of flash fiction and try your hand at writing your own super short stories. Earn the writing badge. Location: Residential Properties Meeting Room Monday, July 27 at 2 pm: Bulb Planting Workshop – A hands-on, beginner-friendly bulb planting workshop where you’ll learn how to choose, plant, and care for bulbs. Earn the planting badge. Location: Collis Family Gallery Thursday, July 30 at 2 pm: Indoor Games: Giant Games, Cornhole, and Darts – Indulge in some friendly competition and learn a fun new indoor game. We will rotate between games. Earn the sports badge. Location: Collis Family Gallery Complete all four Session 1 activities and earn a Barrington Public Library Adult Summer Camp mug! Adult Summer Camp is supported in part by a grant from the Office of Library and Information Services (OLIS) and The Friends of the Barrington Public Library.

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Residential Properties Meeting Room