Fox Valley briefs
Join in Elgin Lanes bowling leaguesElgin Lanes will host a summer youth bowling program for youth, age 3 to 20. The 10-week camp will run from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturdays, June 12 to Aug. 21 (except July 3).Every Saturday, bowlers will receive free games of bowling, shoes, hot dog and soda. The cost for the program for Pee Wees, ages 3-5, is $50 (2 games) and for youth, age 5-20, the cost is $60 (3 games). They will also receive the same number of games free each day that Elgin Lanes is open during this 10-week period. For information, call (847) 695-3777. Registration forms are available at Elgin Lanes, 401 Shepard Drive, Elgin. Registration also can be done online at elginlanes.com.Register now for youth footballThe Lake in the Hills/Algonquin Jr. Eagles Youth Football Program will hold their final registration from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 12 at Dick Sporting Goods in Algonquin Commons. The Jr. Eagles Youth Football and Cheerleading, which recently changed their name from the Falcons, have been a part of the community for the last 25 years. For information, visit the LA Jr. Eagles website at www.leaguelineup.com/welcome.asp?url=lafalconsfootball or call Nancy Allen at (847) 254-6714.Local chorus invites youth to join inThe Men of Harmony are offering opportunities for local young men to join them in song this summer. Students from junior high to college level can extend their singing experience with this well-established men's chorus. This is a chance to sing close harmony, a cappella music. You can improve your sight reading and listening techniques and try singing in a quartet. Some singers may want to try directing the chorus. You are not required to officially join the chorus. Director Doug Smith will be teaching various techniques. The chorus plans to put on a concert toward the end of the summer for friends and family.The Fox Valley Men of Harmony meet from 7:15 to 9:30 p.m. Mondays in the choir room of the First United Methodist Church, 216 E. Highland Ave. in Elgin. There is a free parking garage across Highland Avenue from the church. For information, call John at (630) 377-2521.Find a bargain at Oak Crest book saleOak Crest Residence and Atrium Apartments invites the community to attend their monthly book sale from 1 to 4 p.m. Tuesday, June 8 and Wednesday, June 9 in the Atrium, 204 S. State St., Elgin. The sale includes a large selection of gently used books, VHS movies and CDs. Refreshments will be served. AARP discounts will be given; must present card at time of purchase. Oak Crest is a not-for-profit, independent and assisted living campus for older adults. For details, call (847) 742-2255 and ask for Zoila. Visit oakcrestatrium.org for upcoming events.Cary Parks invites you to open houseThe Cary Park District will host an open house from noon to 5 p.m. Friday, June 11 at the Community Pool, 255 Briargate Road, Cary. Along with an afternoon of swimming, guests can participate in contests, watch a water safety demonstration, enter raffles, receive giveaways, and more. Admission to the Community Pool is free all day, noon to 9 p.m. For details, call the Cary Park District at (847) 639-6100 or visit carypark.com.AMVETS plan picnic for veteransAMVETS of Cary Grove Post 245 will host its 23rd annual picnic for hospitalized veterans at 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 23, in memory of Chris Chigas. Veterans from four different VA hospitals will be attending. Approximately 500 veterans from Illinois and Wisconsin will be bussed to Lions Park, 102 Beachway in Fox River Grove along the Fox River near the Route 14 bridge. There will be food, soda, music, bingo, games, pontoon boat rides, and camaraderie. This is the largest picnic held in Illinois for veterans. Volunteers and monetary donations are needed. For information, call Bob Janu at (847) 639-4587.