BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//Kalamazoo Literacy Council - ECPv6.15.18//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: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:20210417T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210417T080000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083217
CREATED:20210329T172946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210329T172946Z
UID:5784-1618639200-1618646400@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:ESL Tutor Training Workshop
DESCRIPTION:We’re pleased to offer a wonderful new opportunity to get immersed in the world of teaching English language learners. These highly motivated learners are eager to strengthen their English skills and will benefit greatly from the engaging strategies and resources you will learn in this online workshop: \n\nHow to relate to and communicate with non-native English learners\nHow to organize an ESL lesson\nHow to deliver ESL lesson content (online and in-person)\nSpecific teaching strategies and activities\nWhere to find additional resources\n\nThis free workshop requires registration by Monday\, April 12\, so that you can receive materials via snail mail. Register today! \nWorkshop leader: Jen Kruger\, ESL of SWMI Instructor
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/esl-tutor-training-workshop/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:ESL,Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/JenKruger.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210312T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210312T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083217
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:20260404T083217
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:20210318T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210318T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083217
CREATED:20201125T203140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201125T203140Z
UID:5242-1616076000-1616081400@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Tutor Training: Session 4
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 four 90-minute trainings\, we will focus on virtual learning\, blended learning\, and using the Laubach and Challenger series.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/tutor-training-session-4/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/laptop-w-people.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210317T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210317T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083217
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:20210315T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210315T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083217
CREATED:20201125T203021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201125T203021Z
UID:5240-1615816800-1615822200@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Tutor Training: Session 3
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 four 90-minute trainings\, we will focus on virtual learning\, blended learning\, and using the Laubach and Challenger series.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/tutor-training-session-3-3/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/laptop-w-people.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210312T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210312T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083217
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:20210311T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210311T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083217
CREATED:20201125T202418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201125T202418Z
UID:5236-1615467600-1615473000@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Tutor Training: Session 2
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 four 90-minute trainings\, we will focus on virtual learning\, blended learning\, and using the Laubach and Challenger series.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/tutor-training-session-2/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/laptop-w-people.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210309T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210309T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083217
CREATED:20210227T004449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210227T004554Z
UID:5628-1615291200-1615293000@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Information Session: Edison Early Childhood Education Career Pathway
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to an information session where you’ll learn all about the apprenticeship that pays you to complete your training toward an exciting career in Early Childhood Education with the YWCA Kalamazoo. \nGet the details and register for the link: http://ubz.272.mywebsitetransfer.com/ece-career-pathway/
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/information-session-edison-early-childhood-education-career-pathway-3/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Workforce Literacy
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/20190319-YWCA-193-scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210308T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210308T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083217
CREATED:20201125T202216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201125T202257Z
UID:5233-1615208400-1615213800@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Tutor Training: Session 1
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 four 90-minute trainings\, we will focus on virtual learning\, blended learning\, and using the Laubach and Challenger series.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/tutor-training-session-1-2/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/laptop-w-people.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210304T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210304T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083217
CREATED:20201125T020329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201125T021658Z
UID:5216-1614866400-1614871800@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 March training process includes an orientation\, and four sessions of 90-min 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-5/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/laptop.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210211T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210211T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083217
CREATED:20210127T224608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210127T224608Z
UID:5509-1613034000-1613037600@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Information session: Edison Early Childhood Education Career Pathway
DESCRIPTION:Join us from 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 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-2/
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:20210209T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210209T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083217
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:20260404T083217
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:20210116T040000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210116T080000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083217
CREATED:20201125T201443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201125T201443Z
UID:5226-1610769600-1610784000@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Tutor Training: Sessions 1-4
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-sessions-1-4/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/laptop-w-people.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210116T040000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210116T080000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083217
CREATED:20201125T201443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201125T201443Z
UID:5226-1610769600-1610784000@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Tutor Training: Sessions 1-4
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-sessions-1-4/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/laptop-w-people.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210114T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210114T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083217
CREATED:20201125T020123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201125T021726Z
UID:5214-1610632800-1610638200@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 January 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-4/
LOCATION:Online\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/laptop.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200820T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200820T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083217
CREATED:20200709T230057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200709T230057Z
UID:4261-1597924800-1597930200@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Online Health Literacy Forum
DESCRIPTION:Forum leader: Doris Ravotas\, Ph.D. \nThis online forum will explore strategies to provide instruction that imparts health and literacy skills for adult learners. \nHealth is a topic that applies to every adult learner\, so using tutoring strategies that meet the health goals of learners is important. Yet\, most of the materials for adults do not consistently incorporate health content.  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. \nTo register\, please email Kito Jumanne-Marshall.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/online-health-literacy-forum/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201114T040000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201114T080000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083217
CREATED:20200307T004625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200804T214838Z
UID:3564-1605326400-1605340800@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Tutor Training: Sessions Three & Four
DESCRIPTION:Welcome tutor trainees! \nThis training covers sessions three and four of the training that the KLC requires before tutors can be matched with a learner. The November 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-training-session-1-2-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200110T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200110T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083217
CREATED:20191219T021849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200721T183120Z
UID:3333-1578646800-1578650400@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Workforce Literacy Forum
DESCRIPTION:Forum leader: Michael D. Evans \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. \n 
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/workforce-literacy-forum/
LOCATION:Michigan Works! Southwest\, 1601 S. Burdick Street\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001
CATEGORIES:Workforce
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201112T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201112T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083217
CREATED:20191105T225728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191220T002335Z
UID:3212-1605187800-1605195000@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Friendly Connections Open Tutor Forum
DESCRIPTION:Forum leader: Jessi Pavey\, KLC Student Services Coordinator  \nThis forum will provide tutoring strategies for new and experienced tutors and instructors who support the learning of KLC students. \nEveryone is invited to share student-tutor stories\, successes\, frustrations\, and mysteries. Attendees will gather tips for improving tutoring and gain insights and understandings of the learning process. This forum will also further help us realize we are a part of a vital organization. \n  \n 
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/friendly-connections-open-tutor-forum-6/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Literacy Council\, 420 E Alcott St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Friendly Connectors,Tutor Forum
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201107T040000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201107T080000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083217
CREATED:20200804T214421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200804T214530Z
UID:4532-1604721600-1604736000@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Tutor Training: Sessions One & Two
DESCRIPTION:Welcome tutor trainees! \nThis training covers sessions one and two of the training that the KLC requires before tutors can be matched with a learner. The November 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-training-sessions-one-two/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201105T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201105T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083217
CREATED:20200307T004314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200929T181806Z
UID:3562-1604584800-1604590200@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-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201029T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201029T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083217
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:20200820T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200820T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083217
CREATED:20200709T230057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200709T230057Z
UID:4261-1597924800-1597930200@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Online Health Literacy Forum
DESCRIPTION:Forum leader: Doris Ravotas\, Ph.D. \nThis online forum will explore strategies to provide instruction that imparts health and literacy skills for adult learners. \nHealth is a topic that applies to every adult learner\, so using tutoring strategies that meet the health goals of learners is important. Yet\, most of the materials for adults do not consistently incorporate health content.  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. \nTo register\, please email Kito Jumanne-Marshall.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/online-health-literacy-forum/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200110T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200110T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083217
CREATED:20191219T021849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200721T183120Z
UID:3333-1578646800-1578650400@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Workforce Literacy Forum
DESCRIPTION:Forum leader: Michael D. Evans \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. \n 
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/workforce-literacy-forum/
LOCATION:Michigan Works! Southwest\, 1601 S. Burdick Street\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001
CATEGORIES:Workforce
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200924T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200924T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083217
CREATED:20200804T210753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200804T210753Z
UID:4525-1600956000-1600961400@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Tutor Training: Session Four
DESCRIPTION:Welcome tutor trainees! \nThis is the fourth training session the KLC requires before tutors can be matched with a learner. The September training process includes an orientation\, and four sessions of 90-min 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-training-session-four/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200921T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200921T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083217
CREATED:20200804T210647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200804T210822Z
UID:4523-1600696800-1600702200@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Tutor Training: Session Three
DESCRIPTION:Welcome tutor trainees! \nThis is the third training session the KLC requires before tutors can be matched with a learner. The September training process includes an orientation\, and four sessions of 90-min 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-training-session-three/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200917T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200917T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083217
CREATED:20200804T210040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200804T210850Z
UID:4519-1600351200-1600356600@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Tutor Training: Session Two
DESCRIPTION:Welcome tutor trainees! \nThis is the second training session the KLC requires before tutors can be matched with a learner. The September training process includes an orientation\, and four sessions of 90-min trainings. We focus on virtual learning\, blended learning\, and using the Laubach and Challenger series. \nClick here to register. \n 
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/tutor-training-session-two/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Tutor Orientation & Training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200820T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200820T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083217
CREATED:20200709T230057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200709T230057Z
UID:4261-1597924800-1597930200@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Online Health Literacy Forum
DESCRIPTION:Forum leader: Doris Ravotas\, Ph.D. \nThis online forum will explore strategies to provide instruction that imparts health and literacy skills for adult learners. \nHealth is a topic that applies to every adult learner\, so using tutoring strategies that meet the health goals of learners is important. Yet\, most of the materials for adults do not consistently incorporate health content.  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. \nTo register\, please email Kito Jumanne-Marshall.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/online-health-literacy-forum/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR