BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Kalamazoo Literacy Council - ECPv6.16.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Kalamazoo Literacy Council X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Kalamazoo Literacy Council REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Detroit BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20160313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20161106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20170312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20171105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20180311T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20181104T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20190310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20191103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20200308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20201101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210209T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210209T140000 DTSTAMP:20260530T212941 CREATED:20210127T224355Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210127T225814Z UID:5506-1612875600-1612879200@kalamazooliteracy.org SUMMARY:Information session: Edison Early Childhood Education Career Pathway DESCRIPTION:Join us from 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. for an information session to learn all about the apprenticeship where you can get paid to complete your training and work in the exciting career of Early Childhood Education with the YWCA Kalamazoo. \nThis is a unique opportunity for anyone with a passion for helping children and families learn! Register here: https://bit.ly/39NkFRH URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/information-session-edison-early-childhood-education-career-pathway/ LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,Parent Literacy,Workforce,Workforce Literacy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Final-ECE-logo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210205T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210205T100000 DTSTAMP:20260530T212941 CREATED:20210112T235828Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210112T235828Z UID:5482-1612508400-1612519200@kalamazooliteracy.org SUMMARY:Virtual Health Fair DESCRIPTION:Join us on Friday\, February 5th\, 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. for a FREE virtual health fair! We’ve partnered with the WMU Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine (WMed) and KRESA’s Health Services Advisory Committee to offer a day filled with important and helpful information to help you manage your and your family’s health. \nEach 25 – 30 minute Zoom session is designed around the topics you’re most interested in. There will also be a panel discussion called “Ask the Almost Doctor” where attendees can ask questions of the WMed students. \nRegister today and choose the five topics you’re most interested in learning more about. URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/virtual-health-fair/ LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,Health Literacy,Research & Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Health-Lit-Fall-banner.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201029T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201029T143000 DTSTAMP:20260530T212941 CREATED:20201019T214733Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201019T220438Z UID:4920-1603978200-1603981800@kalamazooliteracy.org SUMMARY:Annual Fall Reception DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our annual event to honor our volunteers\, learners\, and partners. This virtual celebration will feature some very special recognitions including:\n~~Volunteer Service Award~~\n~~Literacy Advocate of the Year~~\n~~June Miller Legacy Award in Literacy~~\n~~Mard Little Award for Adult Learner Excellence~~\n\nThis is a perfect opportunity to learn about the KLC and see the impact we’re having on the community. Don’t miss it!\n\nRegister for link: kjumanne-marshall@kalamazooliteracy.org URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/annual-fall-reception/ LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/FB-invitation-image.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191105T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191105T143000 DTSTAMP:20260530T212941 CREATED:20191105T210502Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191105T210628Z UID:3154-1572958800-1572964200@kalamazooliteracy.org SUMMARY:Right to Literacy Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us to read and discuss “Hot Dogs and Hamburgers: Unlocking Life’s Potential By Inspiring Literacy at Any Age\,” by Rob Shindler. URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/right-to-literacy-book-club/ LOCATION:MI CATEGORIES:Community Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191105T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191105T143000 DTSTAMP:20260530T212941 CREATED:20191105T210502Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191105T210628Z UID:3154-1572958800-1572964200@kalamazooliteracy.org SUMMARY:Right to Literacy Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us to read and discuss “Hot Dogs and Hamburgers: Unlocking Life’s Potential By Inspiring Literacy at Any Age\,” by Rob Shindler. URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/right-to-literacy-book-club/ LOCATION:MI CATEGORIES:Community Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191105T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191105T143000 DTSTAMP:20260530T212941 CREATED:20191105T210502Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191105T210628Z UID:3154-1572958800-1572964200@kalamazooliteracy.org SUMMARY:Right to Literacy Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us to read and discuss “Hot Dogs and Hamburgers: Unlocking Life’s Potential By Inspiring Literacy at Any Age\,” by Rob Shindler. URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/right-to-literacy-book-club/ LOCATION:MI CATEGORIES:Community Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190724T040000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190724T083000 DTSTAMP:20260530T212941 CREATED:20190714T184013Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190714T184013Z UID:3016-1563940800-1563957000@kalamazooliteracy.org SUMMARY:A Taste of OLLI: A Feast for your Brain DESCRIPTION:We are proud to sponsor this wonderful event to help build OLLI membership. The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at WMU offers high quality non-credit programs for mature adults (50+) in the greater Kalamazoo community. OLLI is a member organization that provides short term\, low cost courses year-round as well as fun\, educational trips and events. OLLI is providing this event to introduce OLLI and its programs to the community. \nThe Kalamazoo Literacy Council has programs to provide education about the rate of adult illiteracy within Kalamazoo County and what we can do as a community to close to the gap. \nAttend this event to learn more about OLLI and how you can make a difference! \n  URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/a-taste-of-olli-a-feast-for-your-brain/ LOCATION:WMU-Fetzer Center\, 2251 Business Ct.\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,Workshop END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190523T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190523T150000 DTSTAMP:20260530T212942 CREATED:20190513T080722Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190513T082625Z UID:2844-1558616400-1558623600@kalamazooliteracy.org SUMMARY:2019 Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Kalamazoo Literacy Council’s 2019 Annual Meeting. \nLiteracy Advocate of the Year\nRecipient: Julie Lewandowski \nJune Miller Legacy Award in Literacy\nRecipient: Paula Aldridge \nLight refreshments will be provided. URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/2019-annual-meeting/ LOCATION:WMU Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine\, 300 Portage St.\, Kalamazoo\, Michigan\, 49007 CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/Impact-Literacy-e1557721312698.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190406T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190406T113000 DTSTAMP:20260530T212942 CREATED:20190211T220254Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190220T064937Z UID:2489-1554537600-1554550200@kalamazooliteracy.org SUMMARY:Kalamazoo SCRABBLE® Fest DESCRIPTION:Support Your Community and Have Fun Doing It!\nThis event will raise awareness of adult literacy as well as help raise funds to strengthen and expand adult literacy services for adults who struggle to read. Last year\, more than 100 players attended the event\, raising over $13\,000 to support the KLC. We hope to have an even greater event this year. \n\nOpen to players age 16 and up.\nCan register in the “Competitive” or the “Just for Fun” category\nOrganizations can sponsor 4-player Corporate Teams\n\nAll levels of players are welcome. The event will follow official SCRABBLE® rules and tournament play will consist of three 45-minute games with each player having 3 minutes per turn. The cost to play is $25 per person or $200 per Corporate Team. Registration below now to hold your seat! The Kalamazoo SCRABBLE® Fest is limited to 120 players. Players who register by the March 23\, 2019 deadline will receive an event t-shirt. \n[su_button url=”https://www.eventbrite.com/e/9th-annual-kalamazoo-scrabble-fest-tickets-54721872594?aff=ebdssbdestsearch#tickets” target=”blank” background=”#78BE20″ color=”#ffffff” size=”10″]Register Now[/su_button] \nThe KLC is also seeking volunteers to serve as judges\, timers\, and to help with the set-up and clean-up. To volunteer or for more information about the Kalamazoo SCRABBLE® Fest please call the KLC office at (269) 382-0490 EXT. 222. Sponsorship opportunities are also available. \nCan’t participate? 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This event will provide attendees with an increased understanding of key adult literacy issues and current best practices in four major areas: \n\nParent Literacy\nWorkplace Literacy\nHealth Literacy\nEnglish as a Second Language\n\nThe symposium will also cover how to create vibrant learning opportunities in Community Literacy Centers. \nThis event is for anyone who is interested in supporting adult literacy – from experienced volunteer tutors and instructors to individuals who want to learn more about how they can serve this important cause. The symposium will give attendees the opportunity to learn new techniques and strategies to support adult learners\, employ lessons learned\, and receive ongoing support as they join the growing faculty of tutors\, instructors\, and supporters who are making an impact on adult learning in the region. \n  \nThe Kalamazoo Literacy Council (KLC) is hosting this event in collaboration with WMU Business Connection\, Lewis Walker Institute for the Study of Race and Ethnic Relations\, Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine\, and the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute. Other participating agencies include Branch County Literacy Council\, E3 Achievement\, St. Joseph County Literacy Council\, Van Buren Intermediate School District and the Region 8 Regional Prosperity Initiative. \nFor more information please call the KLC at (269) 382-0490 ext. 222 or email mevans@goodwillswmi.org. URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/research-training-symposium-2/ LOCATION:MI CATEGORIES:Community Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20181025T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20181025T150000 DTSTAMP:20260530T212942 CREATED:20171101T191554Z LAST-MODIFIED:20171101T191554Z UID:802-1540472400-1540479600@kalamazooliteracy.org SUMMARY:Fall Reception DESCRIPTION: URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/fall-reception-2/ LOCATION:MI CATEGORIES:Community Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180531T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180531T140000 DTSTAMP:20260530T212942 CREATED:20171101T190655Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180510T202711Z UID:790-1527768000-1527775200@kalamazooliteracy.org SUMMARY:Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION:Attendees will learn about upcoming plans the KLC has for growing literacy in our community to strengthen adult literacy throughout Kalamazoo County. The event will also feature awards for: \nLiteracy Advocate of the Year\nVon Washington\, Jr. \nJune Miller Legacy Award in Literacy\nPhyllis Chenery \nPlease join us in celebrating the wonderful contributions that this year’s awardees have made to improve literacy services for adult learners! \nSince 1974\, the KLC has been the leading voice for the cause of adult literacy\, mobilizing and training volunteer tutors to teach struggling adult readers throughout the county.  This event allows the community to welcome the new leadership of the organization and give thanks for the tremendous service of our wonderful board members. The KLC will present its Officers and Board of Directors for 2017-2018 as well as its Annual Report for 2016. Volunteers\, supporters\, and friends of the KLC are welcome to attend. \nImagine a community where everyone can read… By coming together\, Kalamazoo can be that community because everyone needs to read! URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/annual-meeting/ LOCATION:WMU Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine\, 300 Portage St.\, Kalamazoo\, Michigan\, 49007 CATEGORIES:Community Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180407T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180407T110000 DTSTAMP:20260530T212942 CREATED:20171101T185706Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180322T013357Z UID:785-1523088000-1523098800@kalamazooliteracy.org SUMMARY:Kalamazoo SCRABBLE® Fest DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 8th Annual Kalamazoo SCRABBLE® Fest! This event raises awareness of adult literacy as well as help raise funds to strengthen and expand adult literacy services for adults who struggle to read. Last year\, more than 100 players attended the event\, raising over $13\,000 to support the KLC. Bell’s Brewery is returning as our presenting sponsor for the 2018 festivities\, with your additional assistance this will be the best Scrabble Fest yet! \nThe Kalamazoo SCRABBLE® Fest is open to players age 16 and up. Players can register in the “Competitive” or the “Just for Fun” category. Additionally\, organizations can sponsor 4-player Corporate Teams. All levels of players are welcome. The event will follow official SCRABBLE® rules and tournament play will consist of three 45-minute games with each player having 3 minutes per turn. \nThe cost to play is $25 per person or $200 per Corporate Team. Registration is currently available until March 23\, 2018. Register online or visit the KLC office at Goodwill Industries of Southwestern Michigan. The Kalamazoo SCRABBLE® Fest is limited to 120 players. Game slots are expected to go fast so be sure to register early! Players who register by the March 23\, 2018 deadline will receive an event t-shirt. \nThe KLC is also seeking volunteers to serve as judges\, timers\, and to help with the set-up and clean-up. To volunteer or for more information about the Kalamazoo SCRABBLE® Fest please call the KLC office at (269) 382-0490 EXT. 222. Sponsorship opportunities are also available. \nCheck us out on Eight West! URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/kalamazoo-scrabble-fest/ LOCATION:Bell’s Eccentric Cafe\, 355 E Kalamazoo Ave.\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49007 CATEGORIES:Community Event,Fundraiser ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/KLC-e1521147623991.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20171201T030000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20171201T103000 DTSTAMP:20260530T212942 CREATED:20170914T021938Z LAST-MODIFIED:20171101T192821Z UID:605-1512097200-1512124200@kalamazooliteracy.org SUMMARY:Research & Training Symposium DESCRIPTION:The 2017 Adult Literacy Research and Training Symposium is for all interested individuals to attend. This event will provide attendees with an increased understanding of key adult literacy issues and current best practices in four major areas: \n\nParent Literacy\nWorkplace Literacy\nHealth Literacy\nEnglish as a Second Language\n\nThe symposium will also cover how to create vibrant learning opportunities in Community Literacy Centers. \nSee the 2017 Adult Literacy Research and Training Symposium Guide for a description of the symposium sessions. \nThis event is for anyone who is interested in supporting adult literacy – from experienced volunteer tutors and instructors to individuals who want to learn more about how they can serve this important cause. The symposium will give attendees the opportunity to learn new techniques and strategies to support adult learners\, employ lessons learned\, and receive ongoing support as they join the growing faculty of tutors\, instructors\, and supporters who are making an impact on adult learning in the region. \nDr. Edward Roth\, Associate Professor of School of Music\, Music Therapy Fellow for the Academy of Neurologic Music Therapists\, and Co-Founder and Director of the Brain Research and Interdisciplinary Neurosciences Lab will be featured as the keynote speaker at the symposium. Admission is free. \nThe Kalamazoo Literacy Council (KLC) is hosting this event in collaboration with WMU Business Connection\, Lewis Walker Institute for the Study of Race and Ethnic Relations\, Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine\, and the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute. Other participating agencies include Branch County Literacy Council\, E3 Achievement\, St. Joseph County Literacy Council\, Van Buren Intermediate School District and the Region 8 Regional Prosperity Initiative. \nREGISTER NOW! \nFor more information please call the KLC at (269) 382-0490 ext. 222 or email mevans@goodwillswmi.org. URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/research-training-symposium/ LOCATION:MI CATEGORIES:Community Event,Research & Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/symposium.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR