Marmion Academy in Aurora will host a special pop-up event for public school parents from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, March 12, at the school at 1000 Butterfield Road.
The event is designed to help families of eighth-grade boys who attend public schools learn more about the Catholic college-preparatory high school, officials said. It will address the religious component at Marmion and how previous public school attendees have transitioned to Catholic education.
Parents will learn about the academic, athletic and extracurricular programs as well as scholarships and financial aid offerings at Marmion, according to a press release from the school.
The evening will consist of dinner (pizza and appetizers) and transition to a panel discussion where participants will hear from current students, parents and administration members, officials said.
At the conclusion of the panel, families will have an opportunity to tour the campus.
To register for the event, go to www.marmion.org/popup.
Batavia Lions Club looking for old eyeglasses
The Batavia Lions Club is reminding Batavia residents that they can donate old eyeglasses and hearing aids to the club to be used to help those in need.
The Batavia Lions Club recently held an eyeglass sorting event on Feb. 15, club officials said in a press release. During the event, it processed 1,066 pairs of eyeglasses as well as 22 sets of hearing aids, according to officials.
Used eyeglasses and hearing aids can be recycled and refurbished to help those in need see and hear better, the release stated.
Donations can be made at multiple locations in and around Batavia, including a bright yellow and blue drop box in front of the Batavia Chamber of Commerce building at 106 W. Wilson St. Other locations include the Batavia Public Library, 10 S. Batavia Ave.; Batavia Walmart Eyecare Center, 801 N. Randall Road; Batavia Moose Lodge, 1535 S. Batavia Ave.; Batavia Park District, Eastside Community Center and Shannon Hall, 14 N. Van Buren St.; Covenant Living at The Holmstad, 700 W. Fabyan Parkway; Foltos Tonsorial Parlor, 7 E. Wilson St.; Dr. Rand Toney, 34 N. Island Ave., Suite G; Bethany Lutheran Church, 8 S. Lincoln St.; Moss Funeral Home, 209 S. Batavia Ave.; and Kane County Electronics Recycling Center, 517 E. Fabyan Parkway.
Naper Settlement seeking interns, camp counselors
Naper Settlement in Naperville is accepting applications for summer interns and camp counselors.
Its internship program, which runs from June 4 to July 23, is open to students interested in pursuing museum-related careers. Opportunities are available with marketing, artifact curation, special events, museum education and horticulture/facilities, officials said.
Interns must be a high school graduate, completed their first year of college or more by the end of the 2025 spring semester and be currently enrolled in college or recently graduated.
Camp counselor applicants must be 18 years old or older for jobs that involve conducting educational programs and interacting with summer day campers. The jobs run from May 28 to Aug. 14.
To apply for either position, go to napersettlement.org/jobs.
Naper Settlement also is holding a Zoom meeting for anyone interested in becoming a volunteer. It’s scheduled for 6 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 25. Participants should email nsteenadult@naperville.il.us for a link, which will be sent out the week of the meeting.
ESO, bandura ensemble to perform Sunday
Elgin Symphony Orchestra’s “Melodies of Resilience: A Concert Honoring Ukraine and Its Culture,” featuring The Chicago Bandura Ensemble, will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 23, at Journey of Hope United Methodist Church in Elgin.
The bandura is a traditional Ukrainian stringed instrument that blends elements of the zither and the lute, according to the ESO website. All ensemble members sing and play the bandura.
The concert is in support of Ukraine and its ongoing war with Russia. The church is located at 37W040 W. Highland Ave.
For tickets and more information, go to www.elginsymphony.org/concert-and-event-schedule/chicago-bandura-ensemble.
