Fox Valley briefs

Ornaments and books for sale:The South Elgin Heritage Commission is selling copies of "South Elgin, 150 Years of Heritage," a book by Ralph Tredup, and a series of handcrafted composite resin ornaments that depict historical buildings in town. They include: the Peaslee House, a railroad depot and post office; the Truman Gilbert Home; Pioneer School; Third Rail; the Trolley and Trainwaiting Station; the Cox-Lloyd House; the village's first government center and the Kenyon farmhouse and barn. Each ornament is $15, but the Kenyon House is $20. The entire set can be purchased for $140. The book is $20. To order, call (847) 742-7305.Join a U-46 committee:Elgin Area School District U-46 holds monthly meetings of the following advisory councils to promote dialogue between district officials and the public: the African-American Advisory Council, the Business Advisory Council, the Bilingual Parent Advisory Council, the Citizens' Advisory Council, the Clergy Advisory Council, the Senior Citizens Advisory Council and the Student Advisory Council. For more information, call the communications office at (847) 888-5000 ext. 5040.Open seats on Cary's board:Nominating petitions for Cary village trustee are available. There are four seats up on the village board three, 4-year terms and one, 2-year term. Get them between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday at village hall. For details, call Village Administrator Cameron Davis at (847) 639-0003.U-46 offers cooking classes:Elgin Area School District U-46 is offering a series of six healthy eating and cooking classes for 10 to 12 district parents. The classes will be offered through the Healthy Lifestyle and Wellness Initiative led by the U-46 Department of Food and Nutrition Services. The classes, which start in October, will be held at 355 E. Chicago St., Room 213. Participants will receive free food and a certificate of completion. Call (847) 888-5000 ext. 5046.