Shirley's Piano Bar celebrates its reopening in downtown Barrington

The Barrington Area Chamber of Commerce and the village of Barrington gathered for a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, June 15, to celebrate the reopening of Shirley's Piano Bar at 104 N. Cook St. in Barrington.

"We are so excited to be reopening in downtown Barrington," said owner Chris Bauman, grandson of the venue's namesake, Shirley Engblom.

"My grandmother and her husband Verne, who was a talented musician, always hosted intimate gatherings in their home that included live music, drinks and laughter. We created Shirley's with that legacy in mind."

Shirley's Piano Bar offers live entertainment, alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages, and food options. All guests must be 21 years or older to enter.

Hours of operation are 4 p.m. to midnight Tuesdays through Thursdays; 4 p.m. to 2 a.m. Fridays; 2 p.m. to 2 a.m. Saturdays; and Sundays only for special events.

For information, call (847) 409-0294 or visit www.shirleyspianobar.com

The Barrington Area Chamber of Commerce, www.BarringtonChamber.com, founded in 1969, is an association of nearly 900 member businesses representing more than 1,800 business people dedicated to the success and prosperity of the 11 regional communities it serves: Barrington, Barrington Hills, Deer Park, Inverness, Kildeer, Lake Barrington, Long Grove, North Barrington, Port Barrington, South Barrington and Tower Lakes.

The chamber promotes economic opportunities, advocates the interests of business, offers programs for professional development and leadership, and works to foster a robust regional economy.