Celebrating 21 Years as Barrington’s Signature Magazine

September / October 2026 Issue

About This Issue

After 37 years of artistic leadership, Barrington Dance Ensemble founder Mary Brennan is stepping into a new role as Founder Emerita. Her legacy lives in generations of dancers, beloved productions like “The Nutcracker,” and a deep commitment to discipline, artistry, and community. As Jacqueline Moscicke and Molly help guide BDE into its next chapter, Brennan’s influence remains firmly at the heart of the organization she built.

Photography by Linda M. Barrett.

QB Digital

September/October 2026

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QUINTESSENTIAL PERSON®

Honoring Chuck Thyfault

Long before Chuck Thyfault built a life in Barrington, his parents met here as young guidance counselors at Barrington High School.

His father, John, and his mother, Lois, were both guidance counselors at Barrington when fate intervened at a railroad crossing near downtown. Her car became caught behind a stuck, lowered gate, and John, who was stopped behind her, came to the rescue. He lifted the gate. Then asked her out for a date.

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Who’s Who in Health & Wellness 2026

Your guide to the best local health care providers.

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Home & Garden

Your guide to the best home and garden design professionals in the greater Barrington area.

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- COVER STORY -

A Legacy in Motion

After 37 years leading Barrington Dance Ensemble,
founder Mary Brennan steps into a new role as a new generation carries her vision forward

The Beginning of Barrington Township

How Barrington Township was named
and the pioneers who shaped
its earliest days

The C. R. Stewart “Britfield” Interview

C. R. Stewart, creator of the exciting “Britfield” book series, offered us an exclusive interview for our Quintessential Barrington readers. This series has launched a fast-paced global movement of high-quality, middle school–to–young adult content that is reigniting a love of literature in students, parents, and educators.

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Down Cellar

Barrington resident Jim Bryant is pursuing his passion and love of wine as an international wine consultant. 

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