If you've stopped by Classroom 1 at Literacy Network recently, you may have noticed some new art! Not only is Gregg Williard a longtime English instructor, he is also a talented artist. This semester, Gregg has been challenging his students to come up with captions (in English!) for a multi-panel story he draws for each class. After everyone shares their ideas, the finale is choosing a good title. Students are also putting together their own picture stories that they will finish by the end of the semester.

Follow Gregg's stories weekly on our social media: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter.

Students left a recent Community English session with something special: a brand-new library card! Beginner and intermediate Zoom classes joined for a special in-person session at the Verona Public Library, where they learned about this community resource.

After hearing more about what the library offers, every student attending the session decided to get their own library card!

Students shared that they were excited to bring their families to the library, access resources there, and use it to practice English.

Special thanks to Verona Public Library for five years of Community English partnership!

Our friends at American Chinese restaurant Little Palace (225 King St) are hosting a “Little Gathering with Literacy Network” on Tuesday, August 15th, from 4:30-7:30 pm.

Drop in at any time to socialize, network, and learn more about Literacy Network. Complimentary appetizers, non-alcoholic beverages, and sparkling wine will be offered as supplies last. A full bar and appetizer menu will also be available for purchase.

In addition, during the entire month of August, $1 from each slushie, Lychee-Tini, & Lychee Lemonade sold will go to Literacy Network. Stop by any time during the month to participate in this fundraiser!

Great music for a great cause! Stop by Karben4 Brewing from 6:30 - 9:30 pm on Saturday, August 26, for an evening of rock, R&B, blues, and funk with local band Six-Thirty Sharp. All are welcome at this Literacy Network fundraiser. Visit the Facebook event for more information.

Registration for September 26th's Growing Through Literacy goes live next Tuesday, 8/15! Watch your email for a registration link or visit www.litnetwork.org/growing-through-literacy.

We can't wait to have you join us for this celebration of adult literacy students, volunteers, and other supporters!

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