Boy Scout breakfast still a go in Huntley

Boy Scout Troop 167's breakfast is still on for Sunday, even though the signs disappeared for a short time and then reappeared.

The mystery remains, but you still can enjoy an early Mother's Day breakfast this Sunday from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Huntley American Legion, 11712 Coral St.

The menu includes pancakes, sausage, juice, milk or coffee. Tickets -- $5 for adults, $4 for seniors, and $3 for children ages 3 to 10 -- are available at the door.

Proceeds help pay for the troop's camping trips and projects.

School news:ŒLeggee Elementary's annual student art show runs 6-8 p.m. Monday and Tuesday at the school on Harmony Road.

"Exotic Aquatic" showcases over 2,000 art works by students in grades K-5. Families are invited, and children may create their own art at one of several activity tables. To learn more or to help with this free event, call Cindy Rick at (847) 659-6342 or e-mail crick@district158.org.

• Marlowe Middle School's "Celebration Night 2008" will be held from 5-8 p.m. Thursday. This year's theme, "It's A Small World," is featured in art and cultural displays, live entertainment, ethnic foods and activities. Among the highlights are Irish steppers and folklore dancers, laser tag, an obstacle course, and the "Great (Climbing) Wall of China," as well as a cake walk, pie-throw and silent auction. Pizza, tacos, Bavarian pretzels, egg rolls, Italian ice and churros will be sold. Admission is free, tickets for food and activities are available at the door.

• On May 15, Heineman Middle School's seventh- and eighth-grade band students will play a free concert that includes a new composition -- "Whispering Pines" -- written exclusively for them by Dr. Michael Forbes, an internationally known soloist and composer. The public is invited to attend the 7 p.m. concert, and area musicians who play the tuba, trombone, baritone or euphonium may bring their own instrument and play along. To join in the performance, call Pam Jorgensen at (847) 659-4482. Heineman Middle School is located on the Square Barn Road campus.

Jaycees' poker run:ŒThe Huntley Jaycees will sponsor a five-card poker run May 10, with registration from 6:30 -- 7:30 p.m. at Del Toro's on Route 47. Participants will collect cards at Bowl-Hi Lanes, Sammy's Restaurant and Offie's Tap, then head to the Parkside Pub for their final card and prize awards at 10 p.m. The cost is $10 per person or $15 per couple; there will also be a prize raffle and a 50/50 drawing. For details, call (847) 366-0760.

Dine diversely:ŒThe Huntley Area Branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) will hold their "Cinco de Mayo y Uno" diversity dinner at 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Aroma Tapas Restaurant, 3907 W. Algonquin Road, Algonquin. All AAUW members, spouses, and friends are invited to attend. Reservations are not required, and newcomers are welcome. For details, call Diane at (847) 669-0848.

Book clubbin':ŒHuntley AAUW's Women of Mystery book club will discuss "Hand of Evil," an Ali Reynolds mystery by J.A. Jance, at 7 p.m. May 28 at the home of Joan Longmire, 13263 W. Stonebridge in Huntley. There is no cost, refreshments will be served, and everyone is welcome. Call (847) 961-6381.

• The Last Monday Book Club will meet on May 27, due to the Memorial Day holiday. The group will discuss "Waiting For Snow In Havana" by Carlos Eire at 2 p.m. at the Citizens Bank, 12101 Regency Parkway at Route 47. Contact Jud Strickland at (847) 515-3455.

• The Last Friday Book Club meets next at 10 a.m. May 30 at the Huntley Area Public Library. This month, the group is reading "The Remains of the Day" by Kazuo Ishiguro. Next month, each member will choose a book from the "Anne of Green Gables" series. Newcomers are welcome. Call Carol Donahue at (847) 669-3161

Friends of the Library to meet:ŒThe Friends of the Huntley Area Public Library will hold a general meeting from 11 a.m. to noon May 16 at the old village hall, 11704 Coral Street in downtown Huntley. Members will discuss plans for their summer book sales at the old village hall, and the second annual Friends Golf Outing set for July 9 at the new Pinecrest Golf and Country Club. Golf sponsors and raffle prizes are now being sought. Proceeds from both events will benefit the library's building fund. Call (847) 669-5386, ext. 28 for details.