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SUMMARY:Tutor Training Part 1
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Kalamazoo Literacy Council’s tutor training! The training is held in four parts\, over two weeks\, in person or online. After this training\, you will be certified to tutor adults using the Laubach method and the Challenger series and you will then be matched with an adult learner. To sign up\, please use the tutor registration form.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/tutor-training-part-1-5/
LOCATION:420 E. Alcott St. Kalamazoo\, MI 49001\, 420 E. Alcott Street\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260305T180000
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SUMMARY:New Tutor Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Kalamazoo Literacy Council’s new tutor orientation! In this 90-min presentation\, you will learn about our mission\, services\, the training process\, and what to expect from being a certified volunteer tutor with the KLC. This is a hybrid training\, so you may participate in person or online. To sign up\, please use the tutor registration form.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/new-tutor-orientation-2/
LOCATION:420 E. Alcott St. Kalamazoo\, MI 49001\, 420 E. Alcott Street\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260206T160000
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SUMMARY:Albert White Bust Unveiling
DESCRIPTION:The public is invited to attend an unveiling of a bust of Albert J. White\, created by local artist James Palmore and cast in bronze by Brent Harris. The event\, which falls on White’s birthday\, is part of Black History Month celebrations. Albert White was an African American mason who built some of Kalamazoo’s iconic structures\, including Western Michigan University’s Heritage Hall and the County Health & Community Services building. Palmore also painted a portrait of White\, which was dedicated in February 2025 and hangs in the lobby of the County building.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/albert-white-bust-unveiling/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Public Library Central Branch\, 315 S. Rose St.\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260124T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260124T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144945
CREATED:20251124T144648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T200510Z
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SUMMARY:Tutor Training Parts 3 & 4
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Kalamazoo Literacy Council’s tutor training! The January sessions are held over two Saturdays\, in person or online. After this training\, you will be certified to tutor adults using the Laubach method and the Challenger series and you will then be matched with an adult learner. To sign up\, please use the tutor registration form.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/tutor-training-33/
LOCATION:420 E. Alcott St. Kalamazoo\, MI 49001\, 420 E. Alcott Street\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260117T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260117T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144945
CREATED:20251124T144223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T200351Z
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SUMMARY:Tutor Training Parts 1 & 2
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Kalamazoo Literacy Council’s tutor training! The January sessions are held over two Saturdays\, in person or online. After this training\, you will be certified to tutor adults using the Laubach method and the Challenger series and you will then be matched with an adult learner. To sign up\, please use the tutor registration form.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/tutor-training-32/
LOCATION:420 E. Alcott St. Kalamazoo\, MI 49001\, 420 E. Alcott Street\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260108T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260108T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144945
CREATED:20251124T143703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T143703Z
UID:21622-1767895200-1767900600@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:New Tutor Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Kalamazoo Literacy Council’s new tutor orientation! In this 90-minute presentation\, you will learn about our mission\, services\, the training process\, and what to expect from being a certified volunteer tutor with the KLC. This is a hybrid training\, so you may participate in person or online. To sign up\, please use the tutor registration form.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/new-tutor-orientation/
LOCATION:420 E. Alcott St. Kalamazoo\, MI 49001\, 420 E. Alcott Street\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251122T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251122T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144945
CREATED:20250106T183857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T183857Z
UID:19572-1763802000-1763816400@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Tutor Training parts 3 & 4
DESCRIPTION:This is the training that is required to become a certified reading tutor with the KLC. You will learn how to teach adults using the Laubach method and the Challenger reading series\, plus effective strategies for tutoring and engaging native English speakers and English language learners. These sessions are hybrid\, so you can choose to participate in person or online. If you have any questions\, please contact Abbey at (269) 382-0490 ext. 219 or aweathers@kalamazooliteracy.org. Thanks for supporting adult literacy!
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/tutor-training-parts-3-4/
LOCATION:420 E. Alcott St. Kalamazoo\, MI 49001\, 420 E. Alcott Street\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251115T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251115T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144945
CREATED:20250106T183637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T183722Z
UID:19568-1763197200-1763211600@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Tutor Training parts 1 & 2
DESCRIPTION:This is the training that is required to become a certified reading tutor with the KLC. You will learn how to teach adults using the Laubach method and the Challenger reading series\, plus effective strategies for tutoring and engaging native English speakers and English language learners. These sessions are hybrid\, so you can choose to participate in person or online. If you have any questions\, please contact Abbey at (269) 382-0490 ext. 219 or aweathers@kalamazooliteracy.org. Thanks for supporting adult literacy!
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/tutor-training-parts-1-2/
LOCATION:420 E. Alcott St. Kalamazoo\, MI 49001\, 420 E. Alcott Street\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251106T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251106T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144945
CREATED:20250106T183437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T183437Z
UID:19565-1762452000-1762457400@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Tutor Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Welcome! This is the training that is required to become a certified reading tutor with the KLC. In this orientation\, we will introduce you to our mission and why we believe “Everyone Needs To Read.” We will also share what you can expect during and after tutor training. If you have any questions\, please contact Abbey at (269) 382-0490 ext. 219 or aweathers@kalamazooliteracy.org.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/tutor-orientation-23/
LOCATION:420 E. Alcott St. Kalamazoo\, MI 49001\, 420 E. Alcott Street\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251022T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251022T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144945
CREATED:20251017T170613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T145420Z
UID:21420-1761152400-1761159600@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Family Literacy Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the last Family Literacy Day of the season! We’ll have pumpkin decorating\, story time\, free books\, and festive activities. The fun happens INDOORS at 420 E. Alcott St. Hope to see you!
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/family-literacy-day-10/
LOCATION:420 E. Alcott St. Kalamazoo\, MI 49001\, 420 E. Alcott Street\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251010T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251010T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144945
CREATED:20250818T183057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T183317Z
UID:20983-1760083200-1760110200@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Adult Literacy Research & Training Symposium
DESCRIPTION:The Symposium is a free\, annual one-day event produced by the KLC and Western Michigan University\, that offers insights\, strategies\, and best practices for adult education. Volunteer tutors\, educators\, and others who are passionate about literacy are invited to attend. The theme is “Closing the Literacy Opportunity Gap\,” and presentations will feature content around AI use\, workforce development\, multigenerational learning\, adult ed with incarcerated populations\, and more. \nFriday\, October 10\n8:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.\nCollege of Education & Human Development\n2050 Lunch and refreshments will be provided. \nPlease register here by September 26th.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/adult-literacy-research-training-symposium-3/
LOCATION:Sangren Hall\, 2050 W. Michigan Avenue\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Research & Training,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250925T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250925T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144945
CREATED:20250106T183215Z
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SUMMARY:Tutor Training part 4
DESCRIPTION:This is the training that is required to become a certified reading tutor with the KLC. You will learn how to teach adults using the Laubach method and the Challenger reading series\, plus effective strategies for tutoring and engaging native English speakers and English language learners. These sessions are hybrid\, so you can choose to participate in person or online. If you have any questions\, please contact Abbey at (269) 382-0490 ext. 219 or aweathers@kalamazooliteracy.org. Thanks for supporting adult literacy!
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/tutor-training-part-4-4/
LOCATION:420 E. Alcott St. Kalamazoo\, MI 49001\, 420 E. Alcott Street\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250924T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250924T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144945
CREATED:20250909T191939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T191940Z
UID:21155-1758733200-1758740400@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Family Literacy Day
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate “community” with us! This month’s Family Literacy Day is all about the beauty of community. The featured Story Walk book is “Change Sings\,” by Amanda Gorman and Loren Long. We’ll have fun garden activities and free books from KPL. The Read & Seed community garden is located behind the Goodwill Industries building. All are invited!
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/family-literacy-day-9/
LOCATION:420 E. Alcott St. Kalamazoo\, MI 49001\, 420 E. Alcott Street\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250922T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250922T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144945
CREATED:20250106T182959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T183053Z
UID:19559-1758564000-1758569400@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Tutor Training part 3
DESCRIPTION:This is the training that is required to become a certified reading tutor with the KLC. You will learn how to teach adults using the Laubach method and the Challenger reading series\, plus effective strategies for tutoring and engaging native English speakers and English language learners. These sessions are hybrid\, so you can choose to participate in person or online. If you have any questions\, please contact Abbey at (269) 382-0490 ext. 219 or aweathers@kalamazooliteracy.org. Thanks for supporting adult literacy!
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/tutor-training-part-3-4/
LOCATION:420 E. Alcott St. Kalamazoo\, MI 49001\, 420 E. Alcott Street\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250918T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250918T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144945
CREATED:20250106T182846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T182846Z
UID:19556-1758218400-1758223800@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Tutor Training part 2
DESCRIPTION:This is the training that is required to become a certified reading tutor with the KLC. You will learn how to teach adults using the Laubach method and the Challenger reading series\, plus effective strategies for tutoring and engaging native English speakers and English language learners. These sessions are hybrid\, so you can choose to participate in person or online. If you have any questions\, please contact Abbey at (269) 382-0490 ext. 219 or aweathers@kalamazooliteracy.org. Thanks for supporting adult literacy!
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/tutor-training-part-2-4/
LOCATION:420 E. Alcott St. Kalamazoo\, MI 49001\, 420 E. Alcott Street\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250915T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250915T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144945
CREATED:20250106T182734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T182734Z
UID:19554-1757959200-1757964600@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Tutor Training part 1
DESCRIPTION:This is the training that is required to become a certified reading tutor with the KLC. You will learn how to teach adults using the Laubach method and the Challenger reading series\, plus effective strategies for tutoring and engaging native English speakers and English language learners. These sessions are hybrid\, so you can choose to participate in person or online. If you have any questions\, please contact Abbey at (269) 382-0490 ext. 219 or aweathers@kalamazooliteracy.org. Thanks for supporting adult literacy!
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/tutor-training-part-1-4/
LOCATION:420 E. Alcott St. Kalamazoo\, MI 49001\, 420 E. Alcott Street\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250911T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250911T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144945
CREATED:20250106T182525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T182525Z
UID:19552-1757613600-1757619000@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Tutor Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Welcome! This is the training that is required to become a certified reading tutor with the KLC. In this orientation\, we will introduce you to our mission and why we believe “Everyone Needs To Read.” We will also share what you can expect during and after tutor training. If you have any questions\, please contact Abbey at (269) 382-0490 ext. 219 or aweathers@kalamazooliteracy.org.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/tutor-orientation-22/
LOCATION:420 E. Alcott St. Kalamazoo\, MI 49001\, 420 E. Alcott Street\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250820T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250820T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144945
CREATED:20250818T171201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T174229Z
UID:20977-1755709200-1755716400@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Family Literacy Day
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/family-literacy-day-8/
LOCATION:420 E. Alcott St. Kalamazoo\, MI 49001\, 420 E. Alcott Street\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250809T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250809T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144945
CREATED:20250609T183829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T184024Z
UID:20622-1754740800-1754753400@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:14th Annual Kalamazoo Scrabble Fest
DESCRIPTION:Kalamazoo’s favorite Scrabble tournament is back! Join us for our annual FUNdraiser to support adult literacy. Choose to play in the Just For Fun or Competitive division and let the games begin. Showcase your wordplay skills and take home a trophy or a great prize. It’s a great day of gaming for a great cause. \nEach $25 ticket includes a t-shirt\, food\, parking\, and gaming materials. Get tickets here by July 18. See you there!
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/14th-annual-kalamazoo-scrabble-fest/
LOCATION:Radisson Plaza Hotel and Suites\, 100 W. Michigan Avenue\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Fundraiser
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250723T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250723T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144945
CREATED:20250716T185503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T185508Z
UID:20798-1753290000-1753297200@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Family Literacy Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the Read and Seed community garden for Family Literacy Day! This month’s Story Walk(TM) features “Something\, Someday” \n \nby Amanda Gorman. We’ll have a fun hands-on activity making garden gnomes\, plus the Mobile Library will be here with free books to enjoy at home. All are invited\, hope to see you!
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/family-literacy-day-7/
LOCATION:420 E. Alcott St. Kalamazoo\, MI 49001\, 420 E. Alcott Street\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250625T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250625T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144945
CREATED:20250610T173325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T173325Z
UID:20646-1750870800-1750878000@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Family Literacy Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the Read and Seed community garden for Family Literacy Day! This month\, our special guests from The Home Depot will show us how to make a Birdy Buffet. Friends from the library will have books for everyone and Little Scholars will enjoy story time with “Garden Time.” \nThe garden is located behind the Goodwill Industries building at 420 E. Alcott St. All are welcome!
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/family-literacy-day-6/
LOCATION:420 E. Alcott St. Kalamazoo\, MI 49001\, 420 E. Alcott Street\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250528T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250528T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144945
CREATED:20250501T170847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T171253Z
UID:20285-1748451600-1748458800@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Family Literacy Day
DESCRIPTION:It’s garden season again! Families are invited to join the Kalamazoo Literacy Council in the Read and Seed community garden for fun in the sun. We will learn about gardening\, healthy eating\, and of course\, reading! Enjoy fun activities\, a Story Walk\, and take home books from the Kalamazoo Public Library. All are welcome.  \nContact Kamaria at (269) 382-0490 ext. 263 with questions. Hope to see you!
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/family-literacy-day-5/
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:20250515T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250515T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144945
CREATED:20250106T181704Z
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UID:19549-1747332000-1747337400@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Tutor Training part 4
DESCRIPTION:This is the training that is required to become a certified reading tutor with the KLC. You will learn how to teach adults using the Laubach method and the Challenger reading series\, plus effective strategies for tutoring and engaging native English speakers and English language learners. These sessions are hybrid\, so you can choose to participate in person or online. If you have any questions\, please contact Abbey at (269) 382-0490 ext. 219 or aweathers@kalamazooliteracy.org. Thanks for supporting adult literacy!
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/tutor-training-part-4-3/
LOCATION:420 E. Alcott St. Kalamazoo\, MI 49001\, 420 E. Alcott Street\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250512T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250512T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144945
CREATED:20250106T181558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T181558Z
UID:19546-1747072800-1747078200@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Tutor Training part 3
DESCRIPTION:This is the training that is required to become a certified reading tutor with the KLC. You will learn how to teach adults using the Laubach method and the Challenger reading series\, plus effective strategies for tutoring and engaging native English speakers and English language learners. These sessions are hybrid\, so you can choose to participate in person or online. If you have any questions\, please contact Abbey at (269) 382-0490 ext. 219 or aweathers@kalamazooliteracy.org. Thanks for supporting adult literacy!
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/tutor-training-part-3-3/
LOCATION:420 E. Alcott St. Kalamazoo\, MI 49001\, 420 E. Alcott Street\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250508T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250508T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144945
CREATED:20250106T181450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T181450Z
UID:19543-1746727200-1746732600@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Tutor Training part 2
DESCRIPTION:This is the training that is required to become a certified reading tutor with the KLC. You will learn how to teach adults using the Laubach method and the Challenger reading series\, plus effective strategies for tutoring and engaging native English speakers and English language learners. These sessions are hybrid\, so you can choose to participate in person or online. If you have any questions\, please contact Abbey at (269) 382-0490 ext. 219 or aweathers@kalamazooliteracy.org. Thanks for supporting adult literacy!
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/tutor-training-part-2-3/
LOCATION:420 E. Alcott St. Kalamazoo\, MI 49001\, 420 E. Alcott Street\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250505T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250505T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144945
CREATED:20250106T181351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T181351Z
UID:19540-1746468000-1746473400@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Tutor Training part 1
DESCRIPTION:This is the training that is required to become a certified reading tutor with the KLC. You will learn how to teach adults using the Laubach method and the Challenger reading series\, plus effective strategies for tutoring and engaging native English speakers and English language learners. These sessions are hybrid\, so you can choose to participate in person or online. If you have any questions\, please contact Abbey at (269) 382-0490 ext. 219 or aweathers@kalamazooliteracy.org. Thanks for supporting adult literacy!
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/tutor-training-part-1-3/
LOCATION:420 E. Alcott St. Kalamazoo\, MI 49001\, 420 E. Alcott Street\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250501T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250501T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144945
CREATED:20250106T180833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T180833Z
UID:19537-1746122400-1746127800@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Tutor Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Welcome! This is the training that is required to become a certified reading tutor with the KLC. In this orientation\, we will introduce you to our mission and why we believe “Everyone Needs To Read.” We will also share what you can expect during and after tutor training. If you have any questions\, please contact Abbey at (269) 382-0490 ext. 219 or aweathers@kalamazooliteracy.org.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/tutor-orientation-21/
LOCATION:420 E. Alcott St. Kalamazoo\, MI 49001\, 420 E. Alcott Street\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250422T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250422T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144945
CREATED:20250411T133242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T164932Z
UID:20219-1745323200-1745330400@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Albert White Literacy Trail Earth Day Clean Up
DESCRIPTION:Help beautify a new learning and play space in the Edison neighborhood! The Albert White Literacy Trail is a 1/8 mile stretch along the Portage Creek between Alcott and Reed St. It is home to the Literacy Lane street mural and a Little Free Library and is the future home of a Story Walk and Reading Corner. All are invited join the Edison Resident Scholars & the Edison Neighborhood Association to help clean up the trail as we prepare for the exciting upgrades! \nPlease meet at the mural site at 12pm – dead end of Bryant St.\, off Portage St\, between Alcott St. and Lane Blvd.\, behind the Marathon station. \nRSVP to Abbey at (269) 382-0490 ext. 219 or aweathers@kalamazooliteracy.org. Hope to see you!
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/albert-white-literacy-trail-earth-day-clean-up/
LOCATION:Bryant St.
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250320T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250320T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144945
CREATED:20250106T180626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T180626Z
UID:19534-1742493600-1742499000@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Tutor Training part 4
DESCRIPTION:This is the training that is required to become a certified reading tutor with the KLC. You will learn how to teach adults using the Laubach method and the Challenger reading series\, plus effective strategies for tutoring and engaging native English speakers and English language learners. These sessions are hybrid\, so you can choose to participate in person or online. If you have any questions\, please contact Abbey at (269) 382-0490 ext. 219 or aweathers@kalamazooliteracy.org. Thanks for supporting adult literacy!
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/tutor-training-part-4-2/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250317T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250317T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144945
CREATED:20250106T180521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T180521Z
UID:19531-1742234400-1742239800@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Tutor Training part 3
DESCRIPTION:This is the training that is required to become a certified reading tutor with the KLC. You will learn how to teach adults using the Laubach method and the Challenger reading series\, plus effective strategies for tutoring and engaging native English speakers and English language learners. These sessions are hybrid\, so you can choose to participate in person or online. If you have any questions\, please contact Abbey at (269) 382-0490 ext. 219 or aweathers@kalamazooliteracy.org. Thanks for supporting adult literacy!
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/tutor-training-part-3-2/
LOCATION:420 E. Alcott St. Kalamazoo\, MI 49001\, 420 E. Alcott Street\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
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