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SUMMARY:Classes for Students
DESCRIPTION: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. \nDepending on the class\, some are conducted remotely on Zoom and others are in person. Learn more HERE for a general description of classes. From that page\, to see the current class schedule\, select Download Current Class Schedule here. \nIf you are interested in registering for classes\, contact the Literacy Council at (301) 600-2066 or email info@frederickliteracy.org
URL:https://www.frederickliteracy.org/event/classes-for-students-4/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Council of Frederick County":MAILTO:info@frederickliteracy.org
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SUMMARY:Stuff the Bus 2023 - June 12 through July 31
DESCRIPTION: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 too! \nMore than 1 in 3 households in Frederick County struggle to afford basic necessities (http://www.unitedwayfrederick.org/ALICE)\, so they find it very difficult to afford needed school supplies.  This drive helps ensure that all children have the supplies they need to do their homework\, take tests\, and complete projects. In 2022\, hundreds of bins of supplies were collected and thousands of items were purchased with donor gifts. Total Items & Value: An estimated 90\,358 items valued at $75\,054 were distributed to Frederick County students. It is a simple but important way to help children succeed in school. \nSTUFF THE BUS VIRTUAL DRIVE: \nThis year the Literacy Council is also supporting online donations for school supplies through the Stuff the Bus virtual drive organized by the United Way of Frederick County which runs June 12 through July 17. The virtual drive allows for cash donations to purchase school supplies: \nhttps://fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/StuffTheBus23/team/LiteracyCouncil \nDonations of any amount are most appreciated. Here are some examples of what different cash donations might purchase: \n\n$15 buys pencils\, markers\, and crayons for one kindergarten student\n$50 supports one elementary student with basic supplies\n$150 provides a middle school student with all necessary supplies\, including a backpack\n$200 buys a high school student basic supplies\, including a graphing calculator\n$500 provides 10 pre-k students with all necessary supplies\, including backpacks\n\nSTUFF THE BUS IN-PERSON DROP OFF: \nYou may drop off your donation of new items at the Literacy Council office Monday – Friday\, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.\, beginning Monday\, June 19 through Monday\, July 31. \nPlease drop off items in the collection bin in the lobby of our 110 E. Patrick Street entrance to the library (the administrative entrance where our door is located.)  You can enter through our door or the front double doors on Patrick Street.  Those doors will be unlocked between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.  Use this link to view the complete list of needed items. \nThank you for helping us Stuff the Bus and helping FCPS students start the school year with the supplies they need to succeed! \nFor more information about Stuff the Bus and how to donate\, visit https://www.unitedwayfrederick.org/StuffTheBus \n 
URL:https://www.frederickliteracy.org/event/stuff-the-bus-2023-june-12-through-july-31-2/
LOCATION:Literacy Council of Frederick County\, MD\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Information Session - Virtual Zoom Call
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.frederickliteracy.org/event/volunteer-information-session-22-5-26/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Information Session
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ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Council of Frederick County":MAILTO:info@frederickliteracy.org
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SUMMARY:Classes for Students
DESCRIPTION: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. \nDepending on the class\, some are conducted remotely on Zoom and others are in person. Learn more HERE for a general description of classes. From that page\, to see the current class schedule\, select Download Current Class Schedule here. \nIf you are interested in registering for classes\, contact the Literacy Council at (301) 600-2066 or email info@frederickliteracy.org
URL:https://www.frederickliteracy.org/event/classes-for-students-5/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Classes
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Information Session - Virtual Zoom Call
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.frederickliteracy.org/event/volunteer-information-session-22-08-17/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Information Session
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ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Council of Frederick County":MAILTO:info@frederickliteracy.org
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Information Session - Virtual Zoom Call
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.frederickliteracy.org/event/volunteer-information-session-virtual-zoom-call-4/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Information Session
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Information Session - Virtual Zoom Call
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.frederickliteracy.org/event/volunteer-information-session-22-09-07/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Information Session
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ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Council of Frederick County":MAILTO:info@frederickliteracy.org
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Information Session - Virtual Zoom Call
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.frederickliteracy.org/event/volunteer-information-session-virtual-zoom-call-5/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Information Session
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ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Council of Frederick County":MAILTO:info@frederickliteracy.org
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Information Session - Virtual Zoom Call
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.frederickliteracy.org/event/volunteer-information-session-virtual-zoom-call-7/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Information Session
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ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Council of Frederick County":MAILTO:info@frederickliteracy.org
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SUMMARY:Ribbon Cutting
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce our 60th Anniversary ribbon cutting on International Literacy Day\, Friday\, September 8th at 10 a.m.  The Ribbon Cutting is hosted by the Frederick County Chamber of Commerce for elected officials\, Board of Directors members\, staff and friends of the Literacy Council in celebration of the 60th anniversary of the Council’s founding in 1963.
URL:https://www.frederickliteracy.org/event/ribbon-cutting/
LOCATION:Literacy Council of Frederick County\, MD\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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SUMMARY:In the Streets - Scavenger Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Save the date for our Scavenger Hunt during the annual In the Streets festival on September 9th\, hosted by Celebrate Frederick. The Scavenger Hunt will be one of several events happening this week to celebrate the Literacy Council’s 60th anniversary! We’re partnering with Surelocked In Escape Games to create a fun game where you and your family and friends will visit different businesses around Downtown Frederick. \nFor a chance to win prizes\, just visit the Literacy Council table to play our game from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.  Find us across from Surelocked In Escape Games at 5 N. Market Street. 1st Place: $75 Downtown Frederick Gift Card\, 2nd Place: $50 Gift Card to Curious Iguana.  Winners will be announced the week of September 11th. \n 
URL:https://www.frederickliteracy.org/event/in-the-streets-scavenger-hunt/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Council of Frederick County":MAILTO:info@frederickliteracy.org
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SUMMARY:Classes for Students
DESCRIPTION: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. \nDepending on the class\, some are conducted remotely on Zoom and others are in person. Learn more HERE for a general description of classes. From that page\, to see the current class schedule\, select Download Current Class Schedule here. \nIf you are interested in registering for classes\, contact the Literacy Council at (301) 600-2066 or email info@frederickliteracy.org
URL:https://www.frederickliteracy.org/event/classes-for-students-6/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Council of Frederick County":MAILTO:info@frederickliteracy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230914T190000
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Information Session - Virtual Zoom Call
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.frederickliteracy.org/event/volunteer-information-session-virtual-zoom-call-6/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Information Session
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ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Council of Frederick County":MAILTO:info@frederickliteracy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230919T183000
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SUMMARY:Tutor Training Workshop
DESCRIPTION: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 to the training.
URL:https://www.frederickliteracy.org/event/tutor-training-workshop-18/2023-09-19/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Tutor Training Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230922T140000
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SUMMARY:Tutor Chat - In Person!
DESCRIPTION:Join other tutors from the Literacy Council in enjoying tea and cookies\, while you get to chat and have questions answered by our coordinators! \nRSVP and find out more information by emailing: info@frederickliteracy.org
URL:https://www.frederickliteracy.org/event/tutor-chat-in-person/
LOCATION:Literacy Council of Frederick County\, MD\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tutor Chats
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231001T170000
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Appreciation Picnic
DESCRIPTION:The Literacy Council is hosting a picnic on Sunday\, October 1 from 2-5 p.m. at Middletown Park in Middletown as a thank you to our volunteers!  Volunteers will receive an invitation through Eventbrite in early September with more details.
URL:https://www.frederickliteracy.org/event/volunteer-appreciation-picnic/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Council of Frederick County":MAILTO:info@frederickliteracy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231004T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231004T120000
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Information Session - Virtual Zoom Call
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.frederickliteracy.org/event/volunteer-information-session-virtual-zoom-call-8/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Information Session
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ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Council of Frederick County":MAILTO:info@frederickliteracy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231019T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231019T200000
DTSTAMP:20260607T154342
CREATED:20230820T151344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230820T151344Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Information Session - Virtual Zoom Call
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.frederickliteracy.org/event/volunteer-information-session-virtual-zoom-call-9/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Information Session
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ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Council of Frederick County":MAILTO:info@frederickliteracy.org
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231223
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SUMMARY:Holiday Book Drive 2023
DESCRIPTION: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! \nThe Literacy Council works with adults 18 years and older\, many of whom are supporting families and young children.  Providing appealing\, age-appropriate books to children fosters literacy at a young age and helps to break the cycle of low literacy in families. The donated books from this annual book drive are given to parents of children in elementary school who are participating in the Literacy Council’s tutoring\, parent literacy\, workplace\, or class instruction programs. \nThe Literacy Council works directly with the Judy Center and Butterfly Ridge\, Hillcrest\, Lincoln\, Monocacy\, Tuscarora\, and Waverley Elementary Schools to provide programs at the schools for parents whose children attend these schools\, and many of our other students also have young children with whom to share the books. Books will also be distributed to children at community outreach events throughout the year. \nSuggestions for younger grades include: board books\, picture books (fiction and nonfiction)\, early chapter books; and for older grades: mid-grade chapter books\, paperback series\, graphic novels\, and STEM titles.  Donors often like to share a childhood favorite or just encourage the habit of reading in a child. We request no religious holiday themed books so that we are not limited in distributing them. \nTo participate in the Holiday Book Drive\, you may purchase and donate books between November 3 and December 22 at Curious Iguana (www.curiousiguana.com) in downtown Frederick (12 N. Market St.) – please designate your purchase to the Literacy Council’s Holiday Book Drive and Curious Iguana will collect them in a bin at their store.  You can also shop online through their Bookshop link to browse a collection of recommended children’s titles selected for this year’s Holiday Book Drive\, or search for any title on Bookshop. Books can be delivered to your home or directly to the Literacy Council (mailing address:  Literacy Council of Frederick County\, 110 E. Patrick Street\, Frederick\, MD 21701).  Even though you are shopping online\, you will still be supporting a local business. \nDonated unwrapped books can be dropped off at these ACNB Bank locations between November 3rd through December 20th: \n2 North on the Square: 2 North Market Street. Frederick\, MD 21701 \nAspen Ridge: 165A Thomas Johnson Drive\, Frederick\, MD 21702 \nCrestwood: 6910 Crestwood Boulevard\, Frederick\, MD 21703 \nWalkersville: 200 Commerce Drive\, Walkersville\, MD 21793 \nThe Literacy Council will also have a collection bin at its office at 110 E. Patrick Street\, in the C. Burr Artz Public Library. The office is open M-F from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.  Curbside drop off can be arranged by appointment with requests sent to info@frederickliteracy.org \nHelp get the word out!  Share this Holiday Book Drive flyer! \nOver the years\, the Holiday Book Drive has provided books for multiple local agencies including Centro Hispano\, Head Start\, YMCA\, Toys for Tots\, Advocates for Homeless Families\, Children of Incarcerated Parents (COIP)\, Blessings in a Backpack\, Spanish Speaking Community of Maryland and FCPS.
URL:https://www.frederickliteracy.org/event/holiday-book-drive-2023/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Council of Frederick County":MAILTO:info@frederickliteracy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231102T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231102T203000
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SUMMARY:Celebration of Achievements 2024 @ ERUCC @ 6 PM
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, November 4\, 2024\, 6 PM – 8:30 PM \nWe 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\, recognizing individuals who have made extraordinary contributions to literacy. \nThis special ceremony will recognize our adult learners in the tutoring program who reached a milestone achievement from the past fiscal year\, July 2023 – June 2024.  We are so pleased to honor their hard work and share a special evening together with our community. \n 
URL:https://www.frederickliteracy.org/event/celebration-of-achievements-2023-2/
LOCATION:Evangelical Reformed UCC\, West Church Street\, Frederick\, Maryland\, 21701\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Council of Frederick County":MAILTO:info@frederickliteracy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231108T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231108T110000
DTSTAMP:20260607T154342
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Information Session - Virtual Zoom Call
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.frederickliteracy.org/event/volunteer-information-session-virtual-zoom-call-10/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Information Session
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ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Council of Frederick County":MAILTO:info@frederickliteracy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231116T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231116T200000
DTSTAMP:20260607T154342
CREATED:20230820T151507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230820T151507Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Information Session - Virtual Zoom Call
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.frederickliteracy.org/event/volunteer-information-session-virtual-zoom-call-11/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Information Session
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ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Council of Frederick County":MAILTO:info@frederickliteracy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231128T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231128T203000
DTSTAMP:20260607T154342
CREATED:20230820T153951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230820T154201Z
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SUMMARY:Tutor Training Workshop
DESCRIPTION: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 to the training.
URL:https://www.frederickliteracy.org/event/tutor-training-workshop-17-2/2023-11-28/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Tutor Training Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231207T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231207T200000
DTSTAMP:20260607T154342
CREATED:20231120T185550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240515T175313Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Information Session - Virtual Zoom Call
DESCRIPTION: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. \nAll sessions are currently being offered as Zoom calls. An email will be sent with specific instructions following online registration.
URL:https://www.frederickliteracy.org/event/volunteer-information-session-virtual-zoom-call-12/2023-12-07/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Information Session
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ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Council of Frederick County":MAILTO:info@frederickliteracy.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240106T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240330T200000
DTSTAMP:20260607T154342
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SUMMARY:Classes for Students
DESCRIPTION: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. \nDepending on the class\, some are conducted remotely on Zoom and others are in person. Learn more HERE for a general description of classes. From that page\, to see the current class schedule\, select Download Current Class Schedule here. \nIf you are interested in registering for classes\, contact the Literacy Council at (301) 600-2066 or email info@frederickliteracy.org
URL:https://www.frederickliteracy.org/event/classes-for-students-7/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Council of Frederick County":MAILTO:info@frederickliteracy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240409T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240409T203000
DTSTAMP:20260607T154342
CREATED:20240216T184926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240304T172753Z
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SUMMARY:Tutor Training Workshop
DESCRIPTION: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 to the training.
URL:https://www.frederickliteracy.org/event/tutor-training-workshop-23/2024-04-09/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Tutor Training Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Council of Frederick County":MAILTO:info@frederickliteracy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240422T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T160000
DTSTAMP:20260607T154342
CREATED:20240411T172754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240515T175544Z
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SUMMARY:Classes for Students
DESCRIPTION: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. \nDepending on the class\, some are conducted remotely on Zoom and others are in person. Learn more HERE for a general description of classes. From that page\, to see the current class schedule\, select Download Current Class Schedule here. \nIf you are interested in registering for classes\, contact the Literacy Council at (301) 600-2066 or email info@frederickliteracy.org
URL:https://www.frederickliteracy.org/event/classes-for-students-8/
LOCATION:MD
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ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Council of Frederick County":MAILTO:info@frederickliteracy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T210000
DTSTAMP:20260607T154342
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SUMMARY:Scrabble Mania for Literacy 2024
DESCRIPTION:SAVE THE DATE!!\nJoin 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. \nDATE: Wednesday\, May 8th\nLOCATION: Steinhardt Brewing Company\n340 East Patrick Street\, Suite 100-102\nFrederick\, MD 21701\n(240) 651-0057\n \n \nView more information on the Scrabble Mania Page\n 
URL:https://www.frederickliteracy.org/event/scrabble-mania-for-literacy-2024/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Council of Frederick County":MAILTO:info@frederickliteracy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240529T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240529T120000
DTSTAMP:20260607T154342
CREATED:20240520T142746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240520T142837Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Information Session - Virtual Zoom Call
DESCRIPTION: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. \nAll sessions are currently being offered as Zoom calls. An email will be sent with specific instructions following online registration.
URL:https://www.frederickliteracy.org/event/volunteer-information-session-virtual-zoom-call-13-2/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Information Session
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ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Council of Frederick County":MAILTO:info@frederickliteracy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240617T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240730T160000
DTSTAMP:20260607T154342
CREATED:20240610T160354Z
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SUMMARY:Stuff the Bus 2024 - June 17 through July 30
DESCRIPTION: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 too! \n37\,055 (36%) households in Frederick County struggle to afford basic necessities (https://www.unitedwayfrederick.org/challenge-ALICE)\, so they find it very difficult to afford needed school supplies. This drive helps ensure that all children have the supplies they need to do their homework\, take tests\, and complete projects. In 2023\, more than 250 bins of supplies were collected and thousand of items were purchased with donor gifts. With this drive\, more than 3\,000 Frederick County students receive supplies and support to learn. It is a simple but important way to help children succeed in school! \nSTUFF THE BUS VIRTUAL DRIVE: \nThis year the Literacy Council is also supporting online donations for school supplies through the Stuff the Bus virtual drive organized by the United Way of Frederick County which runs Monday\, June 10 through Friday\, July 12. The virtual drive allows for cash donations to purchase school supplies: \nhttps://fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/StuffTheBus24/team/LiteracyCouncil \nDonations of any amount are most appreciated. Here are some examples of what different cash donations might purchase: \n     $15 buys pencils\, markers\, and crayons for one kindergarten student \n     $50 supports one elementary student with basic supplies \n     $125 provides a middle school student with all necessary supplies \n     $200 buys a high school student basic supplies\, including a graphing calculator \n     $500 provides 10 pre-k students with all necessary supplies \nSTUFF THE BUS IN-PERSON DROP OFF: \nYou may drop off your donation of NEW items at the Literacy Council office Monday – Friday\, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.\, beginning Monday\, June 17 through Tuesday\, July 30. \n \nPlease drop off items in the collection bin in the lobby of our 110 E. Patrick Street entrance to the library (the administrative entrance where our door is located.)  You can enter through our door or the front double doors on Patrick Street.  Those doors will be unlocked between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Complete list of needed items HERE. \n  \nThank you for helping us Stuff the Bus and helping FCPS students start the school year with the supplies they need to succeed! \nFor more information about Stuff the Bus and how to donate\, visit https://www.unitedwayfrederick.org/stuffthebus
URL:https://www.frederickliteracy.org/event/stuff-the-bus-2024-june-17-through-july-30/
LOCATION:MD
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