Events for November 16, 2023 - July 13, 2023

Parent and Child Beginning English Conversation Class and Playgroup – Wednesdays

C. Burr Artz Library 110 E. Patrick St.,, Frederick, MD, United States

 Meet other parents of children ages birth - 5 and share conversation and current events topics.  Children will be busy with stories and activities while parents practice conversational English skills with other adults.  This series is made possible by a partnership between Frederick County Public Libraries and the Literacy Council of Frederick County and will...

2018 Unity Campaign

The Literacy Council is again honored to be one of 31 nonprofit organizations participating in the Unity Campaign for Frederick County!  The Campaign, hosted by United Way of Frederick County, is committed to providing those in need with access to basic resources. With an extensive number of supporters from a variety of backgrounds, it's our mission to...

Event Series Tutor Training Workshop

Tutor Training Workshop

C. Burr Artz Library 110 E. Patrick St.,, Frederick, MD, United States

Two days of in-person training by our experienced tutor trainers will prepare you to tutor an adult who needs to learn English or a native English speaker who needs to improve their reading skills. Both days are required for certification. Attendance at one Tutor Information Session or an approved alternative prior to the training is...

Tutor In-service Session

Literacy Council of Frederick County MD, United States

Come learn some new ways to enhance your lessons!  We have a tutor in-service slated for Wednesday, Sept. 26th from 3 to 4 p.m. on using Comics and Graphic novels as teaching tools.  Monthly Coffee ‘n Chats continue on the third Wednesday of each month.

Event Series Tutor Training Workshop

Tutor Training Workshop

Benevola United Methodist Church 19925 Benevola Church Rd., Boonsboro, MD, United States

Two days of in-person training by our experienced tutor trainers will prepare you to tutor an adult who needs to learn English or a native English speaker who needs to improve their reading skills. Both days are required for certification. Attendance at one Tutor Information Session or an approved alternative prior to the training is...

Pronunciation Class ~ Beginning – Tuesdays

Literacy Council of Frederick County MD, United States

The Tuesday afternoon Pronunciation Class is an eight-week class for beginning English students.  We will focus on the sounds and other aspects of spoken English (stress, intonation, etc.) which are most problematic for the students participating in the class.  The goal of the class is for the students to improve their ability to understand spoken...

Pronunciation Class ~ Advanced – Thursdays

Literacy Council of Frederick County MD, United States

The Thursday afternoon Pronunciation Class is an eight-week class for intermediate/advanced English students. We focus on American English pronunciation –- learning to distinguish between different sounds when listening and learning to correctly pronounce the sounds in speech. We also address other aspects of spoken English, including stress and intonation. The class includes a lot of...

Tutor Information Session

Literacy Council of Frederick County MD, United States

Come learn about the Literacy Council, and get information on the ways to volunteer and what volunteering involves.

Event Series Conversation Class ~ Beginning – Tuesdays

Conversation Class ~ Beginning – Tuesdays

C. Burr Artz Library Computer Lab 110 E. Patrick St., Frederick, MD, United States

The Tuesday morning Conversation Class is a class for beginning adults who want to improve their ability to speak and understand American English.  We have conversations about many subjects - holidays, food, travels, family, current events and more.  It will meet beginning September 11 until November 6, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the...

Tutor Information Session

C. Burr Artz Library Trust Conference Room 110 E. Patrick St., Frederick, MD, United States

Come learn about the Literacy Council, and get information on the ways to volunteer and what volunteering involves.

Holiday Book Drive

Literacy Council of Frederick County MD, United States

The Literacy Council of Frederick County is again partnering with Curious Iguana and Barnes & Noble Booksellers for our Annual Holiday Book Drive for the benefit of Blessings in a Backpack (BIAB) to provide new books for pre K - 6th grade children. Blessings in a Backpack, Frederick, provides weekend backpacks of supplemental nutrition to...

Event Series Health Literacy

Health Literacy

Frederick Memorial Hospital 400 West Seventh St., Frederick, MD, United States

The Health Literacy class is offered to help adults understand basic healthcare and how the American healthcare system works.  Terms reviewed include anatomy, medical specialties, wellness efforts (diet and exercise), doctor appointments or Emergency Department visits (what to expect and how to prepare), and basic insurance terms.  The class will be held at Frederick Memorial...

Conversation Class ~ Beginning – Monday morning

Literacy Council of Frederick County MD, United States

The Monday morning Conversation Class is a class for beginning adults who want to improve their ability to speak and understand American English.  We have conversations about many subjects - holidays, food, travels, family, current events and more.  It will meet beginning October 1 until November 19, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.  Space is...

Tutor Information Session

Literacy Council of Frederick County MD, United States

Come learn about the Literacy Council, and get information on the ways to volunteer and what volunteering involves.

Event Series Tutor Chat

Tutor Chat

Literacy Council of Frederick County MD, United States

A Tutor Coordinator is available on the third Wednesday of the month from 3 p.m. until 4 p.m. if you would like to stop by to discuss anything related to your tutoring efforts. This is completely informal, but please let us know ahead of time, by phone at (301) 600-2066 or email at staff@frederickliteracy.org, that...

Tutor Information Session

Literacy Council of Frederick County MD, United States

Come learn about the Literacy Council, and get information on the ways to volunteer and what volunteering involves.

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Event Series Professional Development for Tutors

Professional Development for Tutors

Literacy Council of Frederick County MD, United States

Professional development sessions will provide opportunities for tutors to gain expertise that will support their tutoring.  A different topic will be presented each month, and tutors will also have a chance for general discussions and to ask questions after the presentation.  The sessions will be held on the 3rd Wednesday of each month from 1:00 -...

Event Series Tutor Training Workshop

Tutor Training Workshop

C. Burr Artz Library 110 E. Patrick St.,, Frederick, MD, United States

Two days of in-person training by our experienced tutor trainers will prepare you to tutor an adult who needs to learn English or a native English speaker who needs to improve their reading skills. Both days are required for completion. Attendance at one Tutor Information Session or an approved alternative prior to the training is...