Serve the Rock, March 31st, 2011
Literacy Action will participate in the Little Rock Chamber of Commerce second annual Serve the Rock on Thursday, March 31st, from 5:00 to 7:00 pm at War Memorial Stadium. Serve the Rock showcases the Chamber's nonprofit members, giving members and guests a one-stop opportunity to choose where they may best serve their community. In essence, the event is a job fair for volunteers. Last year we connected with several individuals who became volunteer tutors. Visit the Chamber's web site for more information, Serve the Rock.
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Arkansas Literary Festival, April 7-13, 2011
Literacy Action will host the Festival's hospitality room and also have exhibits on Saturday April 9th and Sunday April 10th. We need volunteers to help with both activities. If you would like to volunteer, please call the Literacy Action office (501-372-7323) or e-mail Kati Keen, kkeen@literacylittlerock.org.
The Arkansas Literary Festival, the premier gathering of readers and writers in Arkansas, has expanded to include more than 80 authors in many locations on both sides of the river, April 7-13, 2011. Venues include the Central Arkansas Library System's Main Library campus and other sites in the River Market and the Argenta Arts district. The Festival is a stimulating mix of special events, performances, workshops, presentations, and includes opportunities to meet authors, book signings and book sales. Most events are free and open to the public.
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Tour de Toad, May 1st, 2011
The "Tour de Toad Ride" starts at 8:00 a.m. on Sunday, May 1st in conjunction with Toad Suck Daze weekend. Cycling enthusiasts may choose either 33 or 46-mile routes that will carry them though scenic Faulkner and Perry counties. Proceeds from this event will go to support Literacy Action's adult literacy programs in Faulkner County. Registrants will receive a Jersey Bin, tour support and post-ride food and drinks. . Entry fees are $35. Riders should register online, Tour de Toad Registration.
If you would like to help with this event call the office (501) -372-7323 or email Tour@literacylittlerock.org.
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ESL Tutor Workshop May 7th, 2011
An ESL Tutor Workshop will be held on May 7th in the Literacy Action training room located on the 5th floor of the Main Library in Little Rock. The workshop is designed for new tutors who would like to work with an ESL student or current Literacy Action volunteers who would like to receive ESL training. Please pass this information along to anyone who may be interested in teaching adults to read and speak English. Participants should register online, ESL Workshop Registration.
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