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Tryouts and clinics for community sports groups, plus sporting events and tournaments, skate competitions, public appearances by sports stars in the area, autograph signings, sports conventions, etc. Send items to nbrcalendar@dailyherald.com two weeks before event date.

Travel basketball: The World Class Basketball Association, a nonprofit that runs travel teams and basketball camps for boys in fifth grade through high school, is currently scheduling evaluations for its 2009 Spring AAU Travel Basketball program, which runs teams out of the Cook and McHenry country areas. Visit worldclassbasketball.org or call Dan, (847) 879-6159 or coachkrauser@worldclassbasketball.org.

Summer baseball leagues: The South Barrington Park District is currently accepting registration for summer baseball leagues. The park district offers in-house baseball leagues for children ages 5-10. Leagues will be formed for T-ball, ages 5-6; Coach Pitch, ages 7-8; and Kid Pitch, ages 9-10. Practices begin in mid-April and games will be scheduled starting in May. Games will be played on various weekday evenings at 6 p.m., with Saturday game times to be announced. Sibling discounts and coaching opportunities available. Call, (847) 381-7515 or ebpd.net.

2009 Youth baseball/softball registration: The Mount Prospect Park District is now taking late registrations for 2009 youth baseball/softball for boys and girls. Programs include: Wee-Tee Ball; T-ball; Bronco; Pony; girls softball; Colt, high school boys; and Stallions, for the physically challenged. For age brackets, fees and registration information, call (847) 577-7388 or visit mppd.org/youthbaseball/softball.

Adult softball: The Mount Prospect Park District has opening for players in its men's 16-inch softball league; 14-inch co-rec softball league; and its high school Sunday night 14-inch softball league. Register for all leagues at RecPlex, 420 W. Dempster, Mount Prospect. Call Bob at (847) 640-1000 or information and fees.

St. Raymond's Ladies Golf League: St. Raymond's Ladies Golf League welcomes new players for its 2009 season. The Nine Hole League plays on Thursday mornings starting in May at the Mount Prospect Golf Course. For information or to register, call Mariann, (847) 253-3617 or Kathy, (847) 259-8072 before March 15.

Tee times at Palatine Hills: Applications for permanent Saturday and Sunday tee time at Palatine Hills Golf Course are available at the golf course, 512 W. Northwest Highway, Palatine, or at the Palatine Park District, on Wood St. Applications must be received by April 1. The drawing for tee times will be held Thursday, April 2, at Cutting Hall, 150 E. Wood St., Palatine. For informaiton, call Dan, (847) 359-4020 or dhotchkin@palatineparks.org.

Palatine Baseball Association: Registration for Pony League players ages 13-14 and Jr. Girls Softball players ages 13-14 will be taken through March 1, at the Palatine Community Center, 250 E. Wood St.; Birchwood Recreation Center, 435 W Illinois Ave., or online at palatineparks.org.

For information, call Scott, (847) 275-3141.

Palatine Hill Golf Association: The Palatine Hills Golf Association is looking for new members interested in joining a golf organization in the Palatine Park District that offers golf events on Thursday, Saturday and Sundays and special events. Visit phgagolf.com for information or leave a message at (847) 202-0825. Apply before April 3.

Feb. 19

Kayak and canoeing class: 7:30-9 p.m. Thursdays beginning Feb. 19, Wheeling High School pool. $200 for 10 sessions. Visit www.ce214.org or call (847) 718-7700.

Feb. 20

Conference swim meet: Friday Feb. 20-Sunday, Feb. 22, Elk Grove High School, 500 W. Elk Grove Blvd., Elk Grove Village. Des Plaines River Racer Swim Team host the Northwest Illinois Swim Club's Winter 2009 Conference Swim Meet. $3 per session and $5 for the weekend. desplainesswimming.org.

Feb. 21

RMHS Cheer Clinic: 11:30 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 21, Rolling Meadows High School, 2901 Central Road, Rolling Meadows. Kindergartners through eighth-graders can learn cheers, chants, dance, jumps and basic stunts from a national award-winning high school squad. Wear T-shirts, socks, and gym shoes. Girls will perform at a high school basketball game. Call the Arlington Heights Park District, at (847) 577-3000.

Feb. 24

Lakeshore Ski and Sports Club cocktail party: 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 28, Yacht Club in Chicago. Cocktails, buffet dinner, dancing. $30 per person, required before Feb. 24. (708) 876-3992.

Feb. 26

Baseball skills and drills clinic: Thursdays, Feb. 26-March 19, South Barrington gymnasium, 3 Tennis Club Lane, South Barrington. Basics including fielding, hitting, throwing and pitching will be covered. Ages 5-7 from 6-7 p.m.; ages 8-10 from 7:15-8:15 p.m. $35-$40. Participants should being a mitt. Register at (847) 381-7515 or sbpd.net.

Feb. 28

Rolling Meadows High School cheer clinic: 11:30 a.m.-1:45 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 21, 2901 Central Road, Rolling Meadows. Learn cheers, chants, dance, jumps and basic stunts from a national award winning high school squad. For grades K-eight. $35. (847) 506-7142.

March 3

Palatine Park District Swim Team tryouts: 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 3 and Wednesday, March 4, Fremd High School, Palatine. Open tryouts for the 2009 Long Course season. For information, call Andy at (847) 202-3240 or ppdswim.org.

March 4

Palatine Park District Swim Team: 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 3 and Wednesday, March 4, Fremd High School, Palatine. Open tryouts for the 2009 Long Course Season. All ages and skill levels welcome. Contact Andy, (847) 202-3240 or ppdswim.org. Early bird registration will be held from 6-8 p.m. Monday March 9, in the Birchwood Gymnasium.

March 6

Grade School 3-on-3 Tourney: 6-10 p.m. Friday, March 13, Maryville Academy, 1150 River Road, Des Plaines. Notre Dame High School's Athletic Club's fifth annual Grade School 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament open to fourth-eighth grade boys and girls. $80 per team before March 6. Mike, (708) 878-1358 or Bob, (630) 688-1778.

March 14

Windy City Traditional Karate Championship tournament: 8 a.m. Saturday March 14, The Westin Northwest Hotel, 1400 Park Blvd., Itasca. Hosted by the Japan Karate Association of Rolling Meadows and Joe Gonzalez. Open to children, teens and adults, who practice Traditional Japanese or Okinawa Karate. $10; $5 for ages 12 and younger. (847) 797-1989 or windycitykarate.com.

March 23

Palatine Celtic Soccer winter indoor camp: March 23-27, Birchwood Gym, Palatine. For ages 6-13. Camp will concentrate on a foundation of footwork skills geared toward both beginning and experienced players with an emphasis on ball mastery. For times, fees and information, visit palatinecelticsc.com.

March 31

Rolling Meadows Senior Center golf league: Registration 9 a.m.-noon Tuesday, March 31, Rolling Meadows Senior Center, 3705 Pheasant Drive, Rolling Meadows. Maximum of 72 players will play at Salt Creek Golf Course, 710 Thorndale, Wood Dale. Play begins Tuesday, May 5 through Tuesday, Sept. 18. Jan. (847) 818-3205.

April 11

2009 Easter Celebration Shootout: 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Saturday, April 11, Lake Barrington Field House, Lake Barrington and Harper College, Palatine. For information, call Northwest Youth Sports Association, (847) 963-9600 or nwyouthsports@gmail.com.

May 9

2009 Respect Mom Shootout: 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Saturday, May 9, Lake Barrington Field House, Lake Barrington and Harper College, Palatine. For information, call Northwest Youth Sports Association, (847) 963-9600 or nwyouthsports@gmail.com.

The Athletic Barn: The Athletic Barn is now open to rent for local baseball/softball and basketball teams. Offers 10,000 square feet of gym space, two batting cages, two pitchers mounds and two basketball courts. Hosts team practices and training sessions. Rental space available. Call (847) 290-1330 or e-mail trevor@athleticbarnchicago.com

Kane County Phantoms 17U baseball: The Kane County Phantoms 17U baseball team is seeking a few additional players for the 2009 season. The Phantoms play in local, state and out of state tournaments on weekends after the high school spring season is completed. If you are interested in a tryout or information, call Ernie Colombe at (630) 664-2223 or e0mail e.colombe@mchsi.com.

World Class Basketball Association: The World Class Basketball Association is looking for players for the 2008-09 Winter AAU/travel basketball season. Players in fifth-eighth grade, who are serious about the game of basketball and have a desire to play high school basketball in the future, are being sought. For information visit worldclassbasketball.org or call Dan, (847) 529-9392 or coachkrauser@worldclassbasketball.org.

Substitute bowlers needed: The Wednesday Senior Men's Bowling League seeks seniors age 55 and older interested in bowling as a substitute when regular teams are missing bowlers. The league bowls at 12:15 p.m. Wednesdays at Elk Grove Bowl, Higgins and Arlington Heights roads. Cost is minimal. League luncheon and prize awards at the end of the season. Call Bill Piscitello, (847) 439-4386 or e-mail wpiscitello@aol.com.

FSC Aquatics teams open registration: Open registration is being held for the FSC Aquatics swim, diving and polo team. No tryouts required, all welcome. Must live within the District 211 high school boundaries. Practices are held at Palatine High School. Program fee is $300-$375. For information, call Ed at (815) 788-5156 or Mauro at (847) 345-8667.

SAA Travel Baseball: The 13U Schaumburg Flyers Blue is looking for several "A" level baseball players to complete its roster. Residency not required. Call Bill Grzelak for tryout information. (847) 584-4556.

Basketball tournaments: There is a new basketball tournament organization that has various tournaments for boys and girls teams fifth grade through senior high school. The tournament directors have over 60 years of tournament running experience between them and include a former college coach and current high school varsity coach. To obtain information including a complete tournament listing, visit worldclasstournaments.com or call (847) 594-4040.