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SUMMARY:Health Literacy Forum
DESCRIPTION:Forum leader: Doris Ravotas\, Ph.D \nBecause health is a topic that applies to every adult learner\, having tutoring strategies that meet the health goals of learners is important. According to the Partnership for Clear Health Communication\, literacy skills are the strongest predictor of health status\, more than age\, income\, employment status\, education level or racial/ethnic group. \nThis forum will provide strategies of how to provide instruction that imparts health and literacy skills for adult learners. We will also discuss the most recent updates on Covid-19 safety measures and the vaccine. Learn more about the KLC’s Health Literacy programs.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/health-literacy-forum-2/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health Literacy,Tutor Forum,Workshop
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210312T100000
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SUMMARY:Workforce Literacy Forum
DESCRIPTION:Forum leader: Rose Fetzer (269) 849-9396 \nThis forum will explore how tutors can provide instruction to help learners acquire the literacy skills they need to engage in workforce development activities. \nGetting a job is a major motivation for many adult learners. In today’s workforce\, knowing how to read is a necessary skill to obtain a job\, be promoted\, or keep a current job.  Workforce literacy includes equipping learners with the vocabulary\, reading\, writing\, and critical thinking skills necessary to become proficient in services provided by workforce development and employment readiness agencies. We will also discuss various career pathways that are designed to ensure direct access to employment via paid apprenticeships.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/workforce-literacy-forum-2/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workforce,Workforce Literacy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210324T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210324T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111644
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T213154Z
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SUMMARY:ESL Tutor Forum
DESCRIPTION:Forum leader: Jackie Denoyer (269) 348-0883 \nEnglish as a Second Language (ESL) is an important part of the adult learning continuum. Immigrants and refugees in our communities are eager to learn language and literacy skills that help them function at work\, school\, and community settings. Increasingly\, volunteer tutors are providing instruction for ESL learners. \nThis forum will provide virtual teaching strategies for tutors and instructors who provide literacy instruction for non-native English speakers. Learn more about ESL of Southwest Michigan.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/esl-tutor-forum-5/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:ESL,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210317T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210317T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111644
CREATED:20210302T205817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T233350Z
UID:5688-1615982400-1615987800@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Health Literacy Forum
DESCRIPTION:Forum leader: Doris Ravotas\, Ph.D \nBecause health is a topic that applies to every adult learner\, having tutoring strategies that meet the health goals of learners is important. According to the Partnership for Clear Health Communication\, literacy skills are the strongest predictor of health status\, more than age\, income\, employment status\, education level or racial/ethnic group. \nThis forum will provide strategies of how to provide instruction that imparts health and literacy skills for adult learners. We will also discuss the most recent updates on Covid-19 safety measures and the vaccine. Learn more about the KLC’s Health Literacy programs.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/health-literacy-forum-2/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health Literacy,Tutor Forum,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210312T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210312T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111644
CREATED:20210302T203807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T203807Z
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SUMMARY:Workforce Literacy Forum
DESCRIPTION:Forum leader: Rose Fetzer (269) 849-9396 \nThis forum will explore how tutors can provide instruction to help learners acquire the literacy skills they need to engage in workforce development activities. \nGetting a job is a major motivation for many adult learners. In today’s workforce\, knowing how to read is a necessary skill to obtain a job\, be promoted\, or keep a current job.  Workforce literacy includes equipping learners with the vocabulary\, reading\, writing\, and critical thinking skills necessary to become proficient in services provided by workforce development and employment readiness agencies. We will also discuss various career pathways that are designed to ensure direct access to employment via paid apprenticeships.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/workforce-literacy-forum-2/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workforce,Workforce Literacy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20221208T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20221208T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111644
CREATED:20221207T005919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221207T010155Z
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SUMMARY:Edison: Place Matters!
DESCRIPTION:Join the Kalamazoo Literacy Council for a special session that takes a deep dive into Edison and reveals surprising facts about the neighborhood where we live\, work\, and play. This engaging session is facilitated by Dr. Karika Parker\, University/Community Fellow\, who is also leading the EDisON “Education is On” initative.Participants will learn about the history\, educational opportunities and demographic trends of the neighborhood. Free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served.\n\nContact Kito at (269) 382-0490 ext. 211 or kjumanne-marshall@kalamazooliteracy.org to sign up.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/edison-place-matters/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Literacy Council\, 420 E Alcott St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Course Offering
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210324T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210324T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111644
CREATED:20210302T205259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T213154Z
UID:5663-1616587200-1616592600@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:ESL Tutor Forum
DESCRIPTION:Forum leader: Jackie Denoyer (269) 348-0883 \nEnglish as a Second Language (ESL) is an important part of the adult learning continuum. Immigrants and refugees in our communities are eager to learn language and literacy skills that help them function at work\, school\, and community settings. Increasingly\, volunteer tutors are providing instruction for ESL learners. \nThis forum will provide virtual teaching strategies for tutors and instructors who provide literacy instruction for non-native English speakers. Learn more about ESL of Southwest Michigan.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/esl-tutor-forum-5/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:ESL,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210317T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210317T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111644
CREATED:20210302T205817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T233350Z
UID:5688-1615982400-1615987800@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Health Literacy Forum
DESCRIPTION:Forum leader: Doris Ravotas\, Ph.D \nBecause health is a topic that applies to every adult learner\, having tutoring strategies that meet the health goals of learners is important. According to the Partnership for Clear Health Communication\, literacy skills are the strongest predictor of health status\, more than age\, income\, employment status\, education level or racial/ethnic group. \nThis forum will provide strategies of how to provide instruction that imparts health and literacy skills for adult learners. We will also discuss the most recent updates on Covid-19 safety measures and the vaccine. Learn more about the KLC’s Health Literacy programs.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/health-literacy-forum-2/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health Literacy,Tutor Forum,Workshop
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:20221112T040000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20221112T080000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111644
CREATED:20211102T202958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211102T202958Z
UID:8134-1668225600-1668240000@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Tutor Training
DESCRIPTION:Welcome tutor trainees! \nThis is the training that the KLC requires after orientation and before tutors can be matched with a learner. In these two four-hour trainings\, we will focus on virtual learning\, blended learning\, and using the Laubach and Challenger series.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/tutor-training-16/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/tutoring-adults2.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210312T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210312T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111644
CREATED:20210302T203807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T203807Z
UID:5638-1615539600-1615543200@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Workforce Literacy Forum
DESCRIPTION:Forum leader: Rose Fetzer (269) 849-9396 \nThis forum will explore how tutors can provide instruction to help learners acquire the literacy skills they need to engage in workforce development activities. \nGetting a job is a major motivation for many adult learners. In today’s workforce\, knowing how to read is a necessary skill to obtain a job\, be promoted\, or keep a current job.  Workforce literacy includes equipping learners with the vocabulary\, reading\, writing\, and critical thinking skills necessary to become proficient in services provided by workforce development and employment readiness agencies. We will also discuss various career pathways that are designed to ensure direct access to employment via paid apprenticeships.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/workforce-literacy-forum-2/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workforce,Workforce Literacy
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20221110T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20221110T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111644
CREATED:20221013T233132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221104T225737Z
UID:10219-1668083400-1668088800@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:The Right to Literacy
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited! Join us as we gather in celebration of the Declaration for the Right to Literacy. We will bring together community leaders\, advocates\, and partner agencies in the spirit of literacy being a right that everyone deserves. The evening will feature several speakers including Dr. Rita Raichoudhuri\, KPS Superintendent\, and Dr. Grace Lubwama\, CEO of YWCA Kalamazoo\, along with the signing of the “Literacy Scroll.” Refreshments will be served. Please RSVP to Kito by November 4 via email or call (269) 382-0490 ext. 211.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/the-right-to-literacy/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Public Library Central Branch\, 315 S. Rose St.\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20221105T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20221105T090000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111644
CREATED:20211102T202734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211102T202734Z
UID:8132-1667624400-1667638800@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Tutor Training
DESCRIPTION:Welcome tutor trainees! \nThis is the training that the KLC requires after orientation and before tutors can be matched with a learner. In these two four-hour trainings\, we will focus on hybrid learning\, blended learning\, and using the Laubach and Challenger series.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/tutor-training-15/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/tutoring-adults2.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20221103T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20221103T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111644
CREATED:20211102T202627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211102T202627Z
UID:8130-1667487600-1667493000@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Tutor Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Welcome tutor trainees! \nThis is the official orientation session the KLC requires before training\, and before tutors can be matched with a learner. In the Literacy Advocacy Orientation\, you will learn about the KLC’s history\, programs\, services\, learners\, and your critical role as a volunteer tutor. The November training process includes an orientation\, and two sessions of four-hour trainings. We focus on virtual learning\, blended learning\, and using the Laubach and Challenger series. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/tutor-orientation-13/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/tutoring-adults2.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20221027T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20221027T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111644
CREATED:20221011T184620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221011T185154Z
UID:10186-1666875600-1666879200@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:2022 Fall Reception
DESCRIPTION:The Fall Reception is the annual event where we honor our volunteers and celebrate learner successes! In addition to a presentation by Executive Director Michael Evans of programming highlights from the past year\, we will present the Mard Little Awards for Adult Learner Excellence and the Volunteer Service Award. This is a virtual meeting. Please RSVP to Kito at kjumanne-marshall@kalamazooliteracy.org.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/2022-fall-reception/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210324T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210324T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111644
CREATED:20210302T205259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T213154Z
UID:5663-1616587200-1616592600@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:ESL Tutor Forum
DESCRIPTION:Forum leader: Jackie Denoyer (269) 348-0883 \nEnglish as a Second Language (ESL) is an important part of the adult learning continuum. Immigrants and refugees in our communities are eager to learn language and literacy skills that help them function at work\, school\, and community settings. Increasingly\, volunteer tutors are providing instruction for ESL learners. \nThis forum will provide virtual teaching strategies for tutors and instructors who provide literacy instruction for non-native English speakers. Learn more about ESL of Southwest Michigan.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/esl-tutor-forum-5/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:ESL,Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/ESL-chart.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210317T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210317T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111644
CREATED:20210302T205817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T233350Z
UID:5688-1615982400-1615987800@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Health Literacy Forum
DESCRIPTION:Forum leader: Doris Ravotas\, Ph.D \nBecause health is a topic that applies to every adult learner\, having tutoring strategies that meet the health goals of learners is important. According to the Partnership for Clear Health Communication\, literacy skills are the strongest predictor of health status\, more than age\, income\, employment status\, education level or racial/ethnic group. \nThis forum will provide strategies of how to provide instruction that imparts health and literacy skills for adult learners. We will also discuss the most recent updates on Covid-19 safety measures and the vaccine. Learn more about the KLC’s Health Literacy programs.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/health-literacy-forum-2/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health Literacy,Tutor Forum,Workshop
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:20210312T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210312T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111644
CREATED:20210302T203807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T203807Z
UID:5638-1615539600-1615543200@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Workforce Literacy Forum
DESCRIPTION:Forum leader: Rose Fetzer (269) 849-9396 \nThis forum will explore how tutors can provide instruction to help learners acquire the literacy skills they need to engage in workforce development activities. \nGetting a job is a major motivation for many adult learners. In today’s workforce\, knowing how to read is a necessary skill to obtain a job\, be promoted\, or keep a current job.  Workforce literacy includes equipping learners with the vocabulary\, reading\, writing\, and critical thinking skills necessary to become proficient in services provided by workforce development and employment readiness agencies. We will also discuss various career pathways that are designed to ensure direct access to employment via paid apprenticeships.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/workforce-literacy-forum-2/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workforce,Workforce Literacy
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/JOBS-image-e1590674444813.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210324T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210324T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111644
CREATED:20210302T205259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T213154Z
UID:5663-1616587200-1616592600@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:ESL Tutor Forum
DESCRIPTION:Forum leader: Jackie Denoyer (269) 348-0883 \nEnglish as a Second Language (ESL) is an important part of the adult learning continuum. Immigrants and refugees in our communities are eager to learn language and literacy skills that help them function at work\, school\, and community settings. Increasingly\, volunteer tutors are providing instruction for ESL learners. \nThis forum will provide virtual teaching strategies for tutors and instructors who provide literacy instruction for non-native English speakers. Learn more about ESL of Southwest Michigan.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/esl-tutor-forum-5/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:ESL,Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/ESL-chart.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220922T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220922T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111644
CREATED:20211102T201723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211102T201723Z
UID:8128-1663855200-1663860600@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Tutor Training
DESCRIPTION:Welcome tutor trainees! This is the training that the KLC requires after orientation and before tutors can be matched with a learner. In these four 90-minute trainings\, we will focus on hybrid learning\, blended learning\, and using the Laubach and Challenger series.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/tutor-training-14/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/tutoring-adults3.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210317T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210317T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111644
CREATED:20210302T205817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T233350Z
UID:5688-1615982400-1615987800@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Health Literacy Forum
DESCRIPTION:Forum leader: Doris Ravotas\, Ph.D \nBecause health is a topic that applies to every adult learner\, having tutoring strategies that meet the health goals of learners is important. According to the Partnership for Clear Health Communication\, literacy skills are the strongest predictor of health status\, more than age\, income\, employment status\, education level or racial/ethnic group. \nThis forum will provide strategies of how to provide instruction that imparts health and literacy skills for adult learners. We will also discuss the most recent updates on Covid-19 safety measures and the vaccine. Learn more about the KLC’s Health Literacy programs.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/health-literacy-forum-2/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health Literacy,Tutor Forum,Workshop
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:20220919T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220919T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111644
CREATED:20211102T200541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211102T200541Z
UID:8126-1663596000-1663601400@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Tutor Training
DESCRIPTION:Welcome tutor trainees! This is the training that the KLC requires after orientation and before tutors can be matched with a learner. In these four 90-minute trainings\, we will focus on hybrid learning\, blended learning\, and using the Laubach and Challenger series.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/tutor-training-13/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/tutoring-adults3.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220915T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220915T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111644
CREATED:20211102T200455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211102T200455Z
UID:8124-1663250400-1663255800@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Tutor Training
DESCRIPTION:Welcome tutor trainees! This is the training that the KLC requires after orientation and before tutors can be matched with a learner. In these four 90-minute trainings\, we will focus on hybrid learning\, blended learning\, and using the Laubach and Challenger series.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/tutor-training-12/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/tutoring-adults3.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220912T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220912T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111644
CREATED:20211102T200416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211102T200416Z
UID:8122-1662991200-1662996600@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Tutor Training
DESCRIPTION:Welcome tutor trainees! This is the training that the KLC requires after orientation and before tutors can be matched with a learner. In these four 90-minute trainings\, we will focus on hybrid learning\, blended learning\, and using the Laubach and Challenger series.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/tutor-training-11/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/tutoring-adults3.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210312T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210312T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111644
CREATED:20210302T203807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T203807Z
UID:5638-1615539600-1615543200@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Workforce Literacy Forum
DESCRIPTION:Forum leader: Rose Fetzer (269) 849-9396 \nThis forum will explore how tutors can provide instruction to help learners acquire the literacy skills they need to engage in workforce development activities. \nGetting a job is a major motivation for many adult learners. In today’s workforce\, knowing how to read is a necessary skill to obtain a job\, be promoted\, or keep a current job.  Workforce literacy includes equipping learners with the vocabulary\, reading\, writing\, and critical thinking skills necessary to become proficient in services provided by workforce development and employment readiness agencies. We will also discuss various career pathways that are designed to ensure direct access to employment via paid apprenticeships.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/workforce-literacy-forum-2/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workforce,Workforce Literacy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220908T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220908T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111644
CREATED:20211102T200314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211102T200314Z
UID:8120-1662649200-1662654600@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Tutor Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Welcome tutor trainees! This is the official orientation session the KLC requires before training\, and before tutors can be matched with a learner. In the Literacy Advocacy Orientation\, you will learn about the KLC’s history\, programs\, services\, learners\, and your critical role as a volunteer tutor. This training process includes an orientation\, and four sessions of 90-min trainings. We focus on hybrid learning\, blended learning\, and using the Laubach and Challenger series. Click here to register.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/tutor-orientation-12/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220907T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220907T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111644
CREATED:20220830T231719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220830T231844Z
UID:9983-1662553800-1662561000@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Family Literacy Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us for September’s Family Literacy Day! This month’s theme is all about garden fresh nutrition. Our featured presenter will be Chef Tyler Schuette who will create a delicious summer salad recipe using veggies from the Read and Seed community garden. Families can also grab free books from the Kalamazoo Public Library and get information from Paramount Charter Academy. This free event is open to the community to come out and learn about gardening\, nutrition\, and of course\, literacy! \nFamily Literacy Day is held in the Read and Seed community garden\, behind the Goodwill Industries building at 420 E. Alcott\, 49001. In case of rain\, we will move indoors. \nTo RSVP\, contact Kamaria at (269) 350-4595 or knichols@kalamazooliteracy.org.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/family-literacy-day/
LOCATION:420 E. Alcott St. Kalamazoo\, MI 49001\, 420 E. Alcott Street\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210324T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210324T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111644
CREATED:20210302T205259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T213154Z
UID:5663-1616587200-1616592600@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:ESL Tutor Forum
DESCRIPTION:Forum leader: Jackie Denoyer (269) 348-0883 \nEnglish as a Second Language (ESL) is an important part of the adult learning continuum. Immigrants and refugees in our communities are eager to learn language and literacy skills that help them function at work\, school\, and community settings. Increasingly\, volunteer tutors are providing instruction for ESL learners. \nThis forum will provide virtual teaching strategies for tutors and instructors who provide literacy instruction for non-native English speakers. Learn more about ESL of Southwest Michigan.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/esl-tutor-forum-5/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:ESL,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210317T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210317T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111644
CREATED:20210302T205817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T233350Z
UID:5688-1615982400-1615987800@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Health Literacy Forum
DESCRIPTION:Forum leader: Doris Ravotas\, Ph.D \nBecause health is a topic that applies to every adult learner\, having tutoring strategies that meet the health goals of learners is important. According to the Partnership for Clear Health Communication\, literacy skills are the strongest predictor of health status\, more than age\, income\, employment status\, education level or racial/ethnic group. \nThis forum will provide strategies of how to provide instruction that imparts health and literacy skills for adult learners. We will also discuss the most recent updates on Covid-19 safety measures and the vaccine. Learn more about the KLC’s Health Literacy programs.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/health-literacy-forum-2/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health Literacy,Tutor Forum,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210312T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210312T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111644
CREATED:20210302T203807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T203807Z
UID:5638-1615539600-1615543200@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Workforce Literacy Forum
DESCRIPTION:Forum leader: Rose Fetzer (269) 849-9396 \nThis forum will explore how tutors can provide instruction to help learners acquire the literacy skills they need to engage in workforce development activities. \nGetting a job is a major motivation for many adult learners. In today’s workforce\, knowing how to read is a necessary skill to obtain a job\, be promoted\, or keep a current job.  Workforce literacy includes equipping learners with the vocabulary\, reading\, writing\, and critical thinking skills necessary to become proficient in services provided by workforce development and employment readiness agencies. We will also discuss various career pathways that are designed to ensure direct access to employment via paid apprenticeships.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/workforce-literacy-forum-2/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workforce,Workforce Literacy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220810T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220810T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111644
CREATED:20220728T205929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220728T211448Z
UID:9734-1660118400-1660129200@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Career Fair For All
DESCRIPTION:Community Job Fair That’s Open to the Public!\n\nJoin Michigan Works! Southwest\, the Edison Early Childhood Education Career Pathway and local community agencies for this career fair event taking place at Urban Alliance.\n\nJob seekers that attend can also take advantage of wraparound services from the following agencies:\n• Michigan Works! SW- resume assistance\n• WDI/ Access for All\n• Mi Reconnect/ KVCC\n• Kalamazoo RESA Head Start\n• Youth Opportunities Unlimited (YOU)\n• Southwest Childcare Resources\n• Kalamazoo Literacy Council\n• Goodwill Industries of Southwestern Michigan\n\nThese employers will be participating:\n• Milestone Senior Services\n• Star Truck Rentals\n• Mann+Hummel\n• Millennium Group\n• Great Lakes Center for Autism Treatment\n• Kalamazoo RESA\n• Kalamazoo RESA Head Start\n• Greenleaf Hospitality\n• YWCA Kalamazoo\n• Stryker\n• Arcadia Home Care\n• Landscape Forms\n• Tire Wholesalers\n• B&B Trucking\nThis career fair is hosted by Michigan Works! Southwest\, Urban Alliance\, Edison Early Childhood Education Career Pathway and Early Childhood Investment Corporation.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/career-fair-for-all/
LOCATION:Urban Alliance\, 1009 E. Stockbridge Avenue\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Workforce Literacy
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