This holiday season the Literacy Council of Frederick County is partnering with ACNB Bank and Curious Iguana for our 17th Annual Holiday Book Drive to provide new and gently-used books for elementary school aged children (PreK through 5th grade). Last year, over 900 children's books were donated! The Literacy Council works with adults 18 years...
Monday, November 4, 2024, 6 PM - 8:30 PM We are looking forward to recognizing the accomplishments of our adult learners at our 10th Annual Celebration of Achievements event. We will also announce the recipient of this year’s Literacy Council’s Business & Industry Partner in Literacy Award and present the Elizabeth H. Seligmann Award, the Literacy Council’s highest volunteer award,...
Come learn about the Literacy Council, and get information on the ways to volunteer and what volunteering involves. You will learn about our programs, who we serve, and how you can help.
Come learn about the Literacy Council, and get information on the ways to volunteer and what volunteering involves. You will learn about our programs, who we serve, and how you can help.
The Literacy Council offers community classes to help adults learn to read, write and speak English. Classes include: conversation classes at beginning, intermediate and more advanced levels; beginning listening, speaking and reading; writing; and civics. Depending on the class, some are conducted remotely on Zoom and others are in person. Learn more HERE for a...
Prepare to tutor an adult who needs to learn English or a native English speaker who needs to improve their reading skills with three evenings of training by our experienced tutor trainers conducted on Zoom. All three evenings are required for completion. You must also attend one Volunteer Information Session or an approved alternative prior...
The Literacy Council offers community classes to help adults learn to read, write and speak English. Classes include: conversation classes at beginning, intermediate and more advanced levels; beginning listening, speaking and reading; and writing. Depending on the class, some are conducted remotely on Zoom and others are in person. Learn more HERE for a general description of...
SAVE THE DATE!! Join us on Wednesday, May 8, 2024 for our SCRABBLE® Mania for Literacy fundraiser. We are excited to partner again with Chris Sparks as our Game Master from Surelocked In Escape Games at Steinhardt Brewing Company! This event is for adults 21 and over. DATE: Wednesday, May 8th LOCATION: Steinhardt Brewing Company...
Prepare to tutor an adult who needs to learn English or a native English speaker who needs to improve their reading skills with three evenings of training by our experienced tutor trainers conducted on Zoom. All three evenings are required for completion. You must also attend one Volunteer Information Session or an approved alternative prior...
Come learn about the Literacy Council, and get information on the ways to volunteer and what volunteering involves. You will learn about our programs, who we serve, and how you can help. All sessions are currently being offered as Zoom calls. An email will be sent with specific instructions following online registration.
The Literacy Council is again participating as a collection site for the United Way’s Stuff the Bus School Supply Drive. Stuff the Bus is a way for the community to come together to help young people succeed in school and is a way for the Literacy Council to support family literacy. Help share this flyer...
The Literacy Council offers community classes to help adults learn to read, write and speak English. Classes include: conversation classes at beginning, intermediate and more advanced levels; beginning listening, speaking and reading; writing; and civics. Depending on the class, some are conducted remotely on Zoom and others are in person. Learn more HERE for a...
The Literacy Council will be at the Asbury UMC Annual Community Block Party on July 20. It is a great time to ask questions in-person and learn about our program. We will be handing out children's books, so stop at our table and say "hello". If you have been thinking about getting involved in the...
Save the date for the annual In the Streets festival on Saturday, September 14, hosted by Celebrate Frederick. We will be there from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. across from Surelocked In Escape Games at 5 N. Market Street. The festival has been a Frederick tradition for over 30 years and is held along Market...
Prepare to tutor an adult who needs to learn English or a native English speaker who needs to improve their reading skills with three evenings of training by our experienced tutor trainers conducted on Zoom. All three evenings are required for completion. You must also attend one Volunteer Information Session or an approved alternative prior...
Come to RAK Brewing Co on Wednesday, September 18, from 5:30 PM - 7 PM to learn about and support the Literacy Council of Frederick County. RAK stands for "Random Acts of Kindness," and they will be donating $1 for every full pour or flight during that time to the Literacy Council. It's also Trivia...
UPDATE: THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER CONCERNS. WE WILL RESCHEDULE IT FOR A LATER DATE. The Literacy Council is hosting an informal Volunteer Appreciation Picnic to thank our amazing volunteers! This event will be held at Middletown Park, on Sunday, September 29, from 2-5 p.m. Watch your inbox for more details!
Come see the Literacy Council of Frederick County at the 17th Annual Frederick Community Health Fair at Frederick High School on Saturday, October 5th. We will be at this important community event from 9 AM - 3:30 PM. Visit the Literacy Council table to ask questions in-person and learn about our program. If you have...
Come learn about the Literacy Council, and get information on the ways to volunteer and what volunteering involves. You will learn about our programs, who we serve, and how you can help. All sessions are currently being offered as Zoom calls. An email will be sent with specific instructions following online registration.
Prepare to tutor an adult who needs to learn English or a native English speaker who needs to improve their reading skills with three evenings of training by our experienced tutor trainers conducted on Zoom. All three evenings are required for completion. You must also attend one Volunteer Information Session or an approved alternative prior...
