Briefs: Coil breaks in school

Algonquin's Eastview Elementary School was evacuated after school Friday because of a ruptured heating coil, firefighters said. Students already had been dismissed for the day when at 3 p.m. the coil broke, pouring water and steam into the main office. Two groups of students in afterschool activities were evacuated to Algonquin Middle School, where their parents picked them up. The school will be open today and the heating system has been repaired. At least two of the school's computers were damaged in the incident, but office staff were able to save files and much of the equipment from water damage.

MCC financial aid help

McHenry County College is holding a workshop to help students complete federal financial aid forms online from 5 to 7 p.m. today in room A228 in the college. Appointments are necessary. To schedule yours, call (815) 455-8761.

Who'll get an Oscar?

Think you can pick this year's Academy Award winners? The Dundee Township Public Library is holding an Oscar contest. Submissions must be completed and entered before 9 p.m. today. The awards show will be held Sunday. Entrants must be Dundee Library cardholders. The three most correct entries will win prizes. Call (847) 428-3661, ext. 307.

Camera club for teens

The Huntley Area Public Library is starting a camera club for Huntley area teens. The first meeting will be held at 5 p.m. today in the youth services office. Bring your camera and work samples. At the first meeting, you'll view your peers' photos and discuss the club's goals and possible activities. Call (847) 669-5386.