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Celebrating libraries and volunteers
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National Library Week - April 10-15
National Library Week is a national observance sponsored by the American Library Association and libraries across the country each April. It is a time to both celebrate the contributions of our nation's libraries and promote library use and support. Literacy DuPage works closely with more than 30 libraries in DuPage County to provide our learners the resources they need to strengthen their English skills. Local libraries also give our tutors a place to train and meet their learners. Please join us in thanking our libraries and librarians for all they do! Read more.Volunteer Appreciation MonthMany thanks to all our volunteers, who together donated time worth more than $500,000 in 2015! April is Volunteer Appreciation Month and we would love to recognize your work by sharing some of your stories on our Facebook page. If you have any interesting or memorable experiences with your learner that you think might serve as an inspiration for potential volunteers, please email Sang Lee at slee@literacydupage.org. Submissions can be short and ideally should include a photo of you and your learner.
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Giving DuPage Human Race - Saturday, April 30
We have 16 people signed up to run or walk on our Laps for Literacy team at the Human Race and we would love to have at least nine more people join us. Tutors are encouraged to contact Sang Lee at slee@literacydupage.org if their learner is interested in taking part in the race, as Literacy DuPage may be able to cover their registration fee. The 5K run and 2-mile walk begin at 9 a.m. at The Esplanade at Locust Point, 1901 W. Butterfield Road in Downers Grove. Registration is available through www.dupagehumanrace.org. Prices are $45 for runners and $40 for the walk. Read more.
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Training for Naperville MarathonIt's not too early to start thinking about the Naperville Marathon, scheduled for October 23. As a Charity Partner, we are offering runners a $10 discount off the registration fees. In addition, we are also hosting two Saturday workshops for anyone running in the race titled "Preparing for your First Half Marathon or Marathon" from 3-4 p.m. on April 9 and May 7 at Standard Market Grill, 1508 Aurora Avenue in Naperville. The workshop is free, but attendees should RSVP. Call (630) 416-6699. Read more.
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Thank you to our generous funders!
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Illinois State Library's Office of Literacy - $56,760
Walmart Darien - $1500; Walmart Villa Park - $1,000; Walmart Naperville 75th Street - $750
The Exchange Club of Naperville - $4,000
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New board member, John Drake
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John brings several years of experience in banking and financial services to the board and is excited about using his sales background for the benefit of Literacy DuPage. He holds an MBA from the Lake Forest Graduate School of Management and a bachelor's degree in English-writing from Knox College. John is a resident of Naperville.
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New staff member, Margaret Wilson
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Margaret Wilson is a new project specialist for Literacy DuPage. During her 25 years as a homemaker, she has been involved in the Lester Elementary PTA, St. Mary of Gostyn PADS, Downers Grove Public Library book groups, P.E.O., and the Downers Grove North Fine Arts Boosters. She graduated from Eastern Illinois University with a bachelor's degree in business management and has worked for Heartland Securities and Northern Trust.
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Congrats to our recent graduates!
Carol Stream Public Library - Cindy Allston, Marilyn Dashiell, Laura DelCiello, Laurie Driscoll, Sue Gager, Debra Habzda, Carla Kemp, Deb Novak, Robin Poage, Samantha Raval, Paul Valentino & Denise Wendt Westmont Public Library - Michael Brown, Kelly Connolly, Maribeth Duchon, Donna Gallagher, Jennifer Harding, James Hendrickson, Bernadette Kazmi, Piyush Maskey, Deborah Pause-Schreibman, Marjorie Rosborne & Meeli Wright
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If you are interested in becoming a volunteer tutor, please call 630.416.6699 to register for a Volunteer Orientation prior to attending a training workshop. April workshops are below:
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Still need to file your taxes? Help Literacy DuPage!
You can support Literacy DuPage this tax season through H&R Block's referral program. Take this referral form (also downloadable on our website) to a participating H&R Block office and give it to your tax professional. If you are a new client, Literacy DuPage will receive a $20 donation. To find your nearest H&R Block office, go to hrblock.com.
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