Fox Valley briefs

Board seeks applicants:

Friday is the deadline to apply for the open seat on the Cary District 26 school board. The appointee will serve through the April 2009 election. After a public meeting to introduce the applicants to the public, the board will interview the candidates privately. Applicants must be district residents and at least 18 years of age. To apply, contact Superintendent Brian Coleman at (847) 639-7788 or board President Craig Loew at (847) 516-1218.

Fresh produce in Algonquin:

Thursdays in Algonquin mean it's time for fresh fruit and vegetables. The annual farmers market sponsored by the Downtown Algonquin Partnership Merchant's Association runs 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursdays through Oct. 2 in the parking lot on South Harrison Street, in the village's Old Town district. Call (847) 458-9779.

ECC sets small-business class:

Elgin Community College, the Small Business Administration and the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity will host a "Starting Your Business in Illinois" workshop at 6:30 p.m. Aug. 12. During the workshop, participants can learn about the importance of creating feasibility studies and business plans, about financing options and where to get additional assistance. The workshop will be held in room 103 of the Fox Valley University and Business Center on ECC's main campus, 1700 Spartan Drive., Elgin. Cost is $25 per person. Call (847) 214-7488.