The briefs

Algonquin church extends invitation

Have you drifted away from the Catholic Church? Are you angry with the Catholic Church or with God? Perhaps it's time to look at the issues again with the hope of healing past hurts. St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church, 111 S. Hubbard St., Algonquin, invites you to its "Catholics Returning Home" program at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 28. For details, call the parish office at (847) 658-7625.

Mother's Day lunch for seniors in Elgin

Maplewood Care of Elgin is again partnering with Elgin Senior Services to host a free Mother's Day lunch to the senior ladies in the community. This event will take place at noon Thursday, May 7. All senior women in the community are invited. A delicious lunch will be served, and parking is readily available at Maplewood Care, 50 Jane Drive, Elgin. To RSVP by May 5, call (847) 697-3750.

Pizza, beer tasting benefits autism

The Children's Center for Autism in Cary and Nick's Pizza & Pub will host the sixth annual "Pizza & Beer Tasting Charity Event" from 6 to 10 p.m. Thursday, April 30. Enjoy the pizza and sample all the handcrafted beers and root beer you can drink at Nick's Pizza & Pub is at 856 Pyott Road in Crystal Lake. There will be a silent auction, gift raffle, cash raffle and kids game room for children, age 12 and younger. All of proceeds benefit the Children's Center for Autism. Tickets are $40 for age 21 and older, $10 for age 13 to 20. Kids under age 13 get in free. For tickets or information, call (847) 639-4155 and ask for Shawna.