Briefs: 'Diamonds & Denim' benefit

The Hawthorn Woods Women's Club will conduct its third annual Charity Casino Night, "Diamonds and Denim," from 6:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Nov. 15 at Royal Melbourne Country Club in Long Grove. The event will feature Las Vegas-style gambling including, blackjack, poker, roulette and craps. Two Texas Hold'em tournaments are scheduled. A silent auction will be held, with a preview from 6:30 to 7 p.m., and the auction closing at 11 p.m. There also will be a diamond raffle drawn at midnight. A light buffet with hors d'oeuvres is included along with a complimentary drink. Entertainment includes Brazilian dancers, a DJ and dancing. A contest will be held for the best denim. All proceeds will benefit women and children in Lake County. Tickets are $65 before Nov. 1 and $75 after Nov. 1. The Texas Hold 'Em tournament entry is an additional $50. For more information and online ticket purchasing, visit the Web site hwwc.info.

Winter coat drive:

A coat drive benefiting the St. Vincent de Paul Society of St. Francis de Sales Parish in Lake Zurich is Nov. 3-14 at First American Bank. Donations of clean, gently-used winter coats of all sizes for men, women and children are sought. Drop off coats at 33 S. Rand Road, Lake Zurich.

Join Warren library's first Recycle-O-Rama

In the spirit of America Recycles Day, Warren-Newport Public Library in Gurnee and the Solid Waste Agency of Lake County will host the library's first Recycle-O-Rama from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 15. Residents are invited to bring in old crayons, household batteries, cell phones, inkjet cartridges, eyeglasses, gym shoes, CDs and DVDs for recycling. There also will be a free book and puzzle swap. The library is at 224 N. O'Plaine Road, Gurnee. For information, call (847) 244-5150.

Ag grant deadline:

Teachers who would like to incorporate agriculture into their classrooms are invited to apply for grants from the Lake County Farm Bureau. Suggested projects include school gardens or themed learning materials used in conjunction with lessons or presentations. Applicants are encouraged to be creative and develop an interesting experience for students. Grants can't be used for transportation, food or fees for presenters. Applications are available at the farm bureau office, 70 Route 45, Grayslake, or can be requested from www.lcfb.com. Call (847) 223-6506 or e-mail ablaul@ameritech.net.