The briefs

Palatine Jaycees put on sand sale

The Palatine Jaycees are holding its annual sand fundraiser through today. The sand is suitable for sandboxes, gardening and construction projects. Costs range from $9 for a wheelbarrow full to $120 for four tons.

Orders, which will be distributed mid-May, will be accepted via telephone, e-mail and mail. For more information, contact the Palatine Jaycees at (847) 348-0073 or www.palatinejaycees.org.

BHS holds spring band concert

The Barrington High School bands will present their Spring Finale concert at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday in the school's Richard C. Johnson Auditorium, 616 W. Main Street. The concert will feature the Barrington High School Concert and Symphonic Bands, under the direction of Mr. Randy Karon Admission is free. For more information, contact Karon at (847) 842-3250 or at rkaron@cusd220.org.

Camp PTO set in Barrington

The PTO Presidents' Council of Barrington is hosting "Camp PTO" between 9 and 11:15 a.m. Wednesday at the Village Church of Barrington, 1600 E. Main Street.

Camp PTO is open to all District 220 and St. Anne's parents who will be serving in PTO or Home and School leadership positions for the 2008-2009 school year. Breakout sessions include cultural arts/ programs, mini courses, publicity, newsletter, treasurer, room parents and more.

The sessions will allow those who attend a chance to network with other parent volunteers who will be serving in similar positions for the upcoming school year or who have just completed serving. Reservations are required and forms are available through each PTO.

Babysitting will be available. For more information, parents should contact their school PTO or Kathy Weidner at (847)304-0084 or kathyweidner@servicemail.net.