Briefs: Sign up for preschool

Registration for Hampshire Park District's little people playtime preschool program runs from 9 a.m. to noon today at the preschool, 441 E. Jefferson Ave. Birth certificate, proof of residency and a $55 registration fee are required. March 15 is open registration for nonresidents. Registration is continuous throughout the summer and school year. Early registration is encouraged.

Library hosts Irish music

Looking to start your St. Patrick's Day celebrations a little early? Join the Dundee Township Library at 2 p.m. today when the Academy of Irish Music will present traditional Irish music. Students will perform on flute, whistle, bodhran, fiddle, viola and cello. The program is free. Call (847) 428-3661.

Open day at Bandits store

The Chicago Bandits, a women's fast-pitch softball team that will play games at Judson University in Elgin for at least the next three years while a larger stadium is being built, will host an open house from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. today at their team store, 72 S. Grove Ave., Elgin. Residents can browse and buy softball gear, Bandits memorabilia and more. Call (877) 722-6348.

Elgin High flea market

The Elgin High School Parent Teacher Organization will present its 35th annual Collectibles, Crafts and Flea Market from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday at the school, 1200 Maroon Drive, Elgin. Proceeds will buy school supplies and fund college scholarships. About 160 dealers will sell country collectibles, depression glassware, Elgin memorabilia, vintage linens, records and books, handyman tools and gadgets, sports cards and memorabilia. Concessions and bake sale items are available throughout the day. Admission is $2. Students and senior citizens are $1. Call (847) 888-5100, ext. 4832.