Fox Valley briefs

Artists sought for Turning Point fundraiser

Turning Point, a McHenry County-based advocate for victims of domestic abuse, is seeking artists to participate in its annual "Gallery in the Garden" art show. The event, scheduled for July 25 and 26 at a private garden in Woodstock, raises money for the agency through artists donating a portion of any sales generated from the show. Last year 45 artists participated. For more information, visit www.galleryinthegarden.org or call Gale Harris at (815) 338-8081.

School registration frozen

The bitter cold has led officials in Cary District 26 to postpone kindergarten registration until Thursday (Jan. 22). Registration will be held from 4 to 6:30 p.m. at both Briargate and Three Oaks schools. For more information, call (847) 639-7788.

Elgin mayor to discuss city's future

The Elgin Woman's Club will begin its first meeting this year at 11:30 a.m. Feb. 3 with a program and luncheon at the Holiday Inn, 495 Airport Road, Elgin. The program will feature a presentation by Elgin Mayor Ed Schock called "Elgin - The Present and the Future." Reservations should be made by Jan. 30 by calling the EWC hotline at (847) 622-3614. The cost is $13 and may be paid the day of the event. For more information, call gfwc.org.

Jacobs High school to hold blood drive

Jacobs High School in Algonquin is holding a blood drive from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 27 in the auxiliary gym. Parental consent forms must be signed for 16-year-olds. Bring a photo I.D. Walk-ins are welcome. Schedule an appointment at givebloodgivelife.org. E-mail panderson@d300.org with questions.