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Mary at 2011 Black History Celebration Mary Harris shares her memories
of the Civil Rights struggle in Chester
at last year's Black History Celebration.

Black History Potluck
To Celebrate Women
Thurs., Feb. 23, 5:30 pm, at DCLC

Delaware County Literacy Council proudly presents "African-American Women: Hope and Believe," a potluck celebration of Black History Month on Thursday, February 23, 2012, at 5:30 p.m. at Delaware County Literacy Council, 2217 Providence Avenue, Chester PA 19013.

Join DCLC staff, volunteer tutors, and adult learners as they celebrate the rich history of African-Americans, with an emphasis on the contributions of African-American women. The event will feature guest speakers, a panel of concerned community members, and presentations by adult literacy students, as well as a potluck supper.

All are welcome. RSVP is requested, with an indication of the “dish to pass,” at 610-876-4811.

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, February 20, 2012, in honor of the Presidents' Day holiday.

 

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Student Spotlight: Cathy Walls

Cathy Walls was recently named DCLC's Student of the Month after being nominated by her volunteer tutor, Sister Antoinette Munafo. According to Sister Antoinette, "Cathy's determination has helped her persevere in her studies despite all odds." Cathy recently accomplished one of her major goals as an adult learner: to enter a GED Preparation class. Congratulations, Cathy! For more inspirational stories by and about DCLC's adult learners, check out our Student Showcase.

 

Free GED, ESL, Basic Literacy Services for Adults

Currently new GED, English as a Second Language (ESL), and Basic Literacy students will be accepted in January 2012. Please call in January to sign up for an orientation: 610.876.4811. Services available include classes, small-group instruction, and one-on-one tutoring at various Delaware County locations. Read more ….

 

Free Training for New Tutors in March:
Math, March 10; Reading & ESL, March 19, 21, 26, & 28

DCLC will be training volunteers to tutor small groups of adults in basic and intermediate math on Saturday, March 10, 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., at Delaware County Literacy Council, 2217 Providence Avenue, Chester, PA 19013. Pre-registration and attendance at an "Introduction to the Literacy Council" session are required; call 610.876.4811.

Our next free training for new volunteers who will tutor in reading (Adult Basic Education) or ESL (English as a Second Language) will be held on Monday and Wednesday evenings, March 19, 21, 26, and 28, 2012, from 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., at Delaware County Literacy Council, 2217 Providence Avenue, Chester, PA 19013. Pre-registration is required; call 610.876.4811. Learn how to become a volunteer tutor.

 

Sarah's Key
Book Discussion Postponed

February's discussion of the book Sarah's Key, by Tatiana de Rosnay, has been postponed from Thursday, February 2, at 7:00 p.m., to a yet-to-be determined date. All book discussions take place at Delaware County Literacy Council, 2217 Providence Avenue, Chester PA 19013.

The Book Discussion Group meets regularly to read books of mutual interest and discuss them. All are welcome. No RSVP is required.

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