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Enjoy Down-Home Diner Food & Support DCLC
Thursday Evenings in June at Ruby's, Brinton Lake

Here's another fun and delicious way to raise funds for the Delaware County Literacy Council (DCLC).

Simply take the donation flyer with you to Ruby's Diner in Brinton Lake, 919 Baltimore Pike in Glen Mills PA 19342, from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. on any Thursday in June and Ruby's Diner will donate 20% of your food bill to DCLC. That means you have four opportunities to enjoy a fun evening while supporting the Literacy Council: Thursdays, June 7, 14, 21, and 28.

It's that easy! Ruby's Diner features tasty 1940s diner food, including burgers, salads, fountain treats and dinner specials, all served in a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere. Click here for your flyer, and we'll see you at Ruby's!

Also consider joining us on Thursday, June 7, at Ruby's for our monthly book discussion (see article below).

Learn more about DCLC events on our Happening Now! page.

DCLC Building Has Modified Holiday Hours

The Literacy Council building (2217 Providence Avenue, Chester) will be closed on Monday, May 28, 2012, in observance of the Memorial Day holiday.

Student Spotlight: Daytwan Quail

Daytwan with Tutor Susan

Soon after Daytwan Quail started her literacy tutoring with Volunteer Tutor Susan Novack, she found a way to put her newfound skills to work—literally! Daytwan and Susan worked on Daytwan's resume and interviewing skills, which allowed Daytwan to land a position at the PennDot Welcoming Center.

Soon after, Daytwan was promoted to a supervisory position. Daytwan's progress in reading and writing is coming in handy on the job as Daytwan submits written reports, keeps accurate records, and communicates with other employees.

Susan reports that Daytwan understands and shares "the importance of learning and reading" and always approaches life with a positive attitude. For all of her hard work and her dedication to her studies, Daytwan has been chosen Student of the Month for January 2012. Congratulations, Daytwan! For more inspirational
stories by and about DCLC's adult learners, visit our Student Showcase.

Free GED, ESL, Basic Literacy Services for Adults

Adults interested in GED preparation, English as a Second Language (ESL), or Basic Literacy instruction or tutoring should contact DCLC at 610.876.4811 to learn about the intake process. New students will be enrolled in orientation sessions starting July 1, 2012. Services available include classes, small-group instruction, and one-on-one tutoring at various Delaware County locations. Read more ….

 

Free Tutor Training
Available for New Volunteers

Free training for new volunteers who will tutor in reading (Adult Basic Education), ESL (English as a Second Language), or math is offered throughout the year. The training schedule for the fiscal year will be available in mid-June. Call Susan at 610.876.4811 to discuss volunteer opportunities and the application process, or read about how to become a volunteer tutor.

Discussion of Uncle Tom's Cabin
at Ruby's Diner, Brinton Lake
Thursday, June 7, at 6:00 p.m.

Join us for a lively discussion of Uncle Tom's Cabin by Harriet Beecher Stowe, on Thursday, June 7, at 6:00 p.m. at a special location. This month's book discussion will be held at Ruby's Diner in Brinton Lake, 919 Baltimore Pike, Glen Mills PA 19342 (phone 610-358-1983), to support our fund raiser. Please be sure to bring the donation flyer with you (see article above).

The book discussion group reads books of mutual interest and meets regularly to discuss them. All are welcome. For this special meeting of the group, please RSVP to Patty at 610-876-4811.

To keep up with previous book discussions, read our list of all past books.