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Friends of Literacy

A publication of the
Whatcom Literacy Council

 
September 2017
2017 Volunteer Party Wrap-up!
 
Thank you to all who attended our Volunteer Recruitment and Recognition Party! We had many current and former volunteers who shared their stories and insights with each other and potential volunteers who attended the party.

   After many years volunteering at the
Whatcom Literacy Council, two tutors will be retiring from teaching. Cat McIntyre and Marty Mitchell have dedicated their time and energy 
into improving other people’s lives and the overall health of the community through literacy.
              
                                                         Executive Director, Katherine Friemund (right) talking to former WLC tutor, Marty Mitchell (left).


Being a volunteer English tutor with the Whatcom Literacy Council inspires tutors to venture onto more opportunities. For example, former WLC tutor Cat, expanded her tutoring by venturing to Prague to earn a TEFL certificate and teach English in Laos. 
                                                     
Through tutoring at the Whatcom Literacy Council, volunteers not only teach the learners, but the leaners teach them in return. Former WLC tutor, Marty Mitchell reflects, "They [learners] all have a story. And you will become part of it. You will hear inspiring stories about their [learners] struggles; why they came here [and] their dreams and aspirations for themselves and their families."

If you would like to become a tutor and become a part of a learner's story,
please visit our website or call our office at 360-752-8678.

THANK YOU to everyone who attended- the event was a success
due to the participation of so many wonderful volunteers!


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Devin's lemon bars were quite the hit at the party! Here is her recipe:
 
Lemon Bar Recipe
1 lemon cake mix (Duncan Hines works best)
1 egg
1/2 cup butter, melted
3 3/4 cups powdered sugar
2 eggs, beaten
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Mix together cake mix, egg, and butter. Spread into a greased 9 x 13-inch pan.

In a separate bowl, mix together powdered sugar, beaten eggs, softened cream cheese, and vanilla until smooth. Spread mixtures over bottom layer. 

Bake 30-40 minutes until the top layer turns a light golden brown.

If you make this recipe, take a picture and share it with us on Facebook or Twitter!

 BOOKS TO CHECK OUT!


Thinking about new materials for fall tutoring? 

The Bellingham and Whatcom County Libraries have a wonderful collection of Resources for Adult Learners and Tutors.  Your library card connects you to hundreds of materials: fiction and nonfiction, short stories, e-books, textbooks, dictionaries, grammar guides and math books. In addition, you’ll find resources (written at all levels of English language learners) that cover topics such as health, history, citizenship, employment and daily living.

To view this extensive collection, go to the Whatcom County Library website at: http://www.wcls.org

Or visit the Bellingham Library websiteatwww.bellinghampubliclibrary.org
Click Using the Library; then click Research & Learn; click on Adult Literacy & Citizenship; Click Other Library Resources And Voila! You have the subject list.

Based on suggestions from tutors, 
learners and WLC staff, Whatcom County Library has added eighteen new books to their collection, such as Everyday Idioms, Basic ESL Workbook, and fiction easy-reader Tears of the Giraffe, just to name a few.

Remember that your library card is valid at all Bellingham Public Library locations and at any branch of the Whatcom County Library System.

 Whatcom Literacy Council wishes to extend our sincere gratitude and appreciation to the Bellingham Public Library and the Whatcom County Library System, their librarians and the support they provide to lifelong learning in our communities!
Adult Literacy Crossword Puzzle
This month we have a challenge for you! Can YOU fill out this crossword puzzle?
Look out for next month's newsletter at the end of October to find out the answers! 
Click on the image of the crossword to download a copy to fill out.
Join us for the Literacy Breakfast with Nancy Pearl!
 
Our Literacy Breakfast with Nancy Pearl is set for
Thursday, November 2d at BTC’s Settlemyer Hall. 
 

This annual event features best-selling author and NPR radio commentator, Nancy Pearl. Pearl will share her book recommendations and Village Books will be selling copies during the event.

If you are interested in becoming a sponsor for the event please check out our sponsorship form and contact us at events@whatcomliteracy.org.

We have sold out the hall (320 seats) well in advance for several years now.  Proceeds go directly to our free literacy programs for our neighbors here in Whatcom County.


If you would like to attend the event, please visit our website to reserve your spot for $11 per person. Please call us at (360) 752-8678 or email events@whatcomliteracy.org to reserve your seats.
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In This Issue:
 
Volunteer Party
Wrap-up
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Books to Check Out!
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Crossword Puzzle
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Literacy Breakfast
with Nancy Pearl

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Upcoming Events
Tutor Reports
 
This is just a friendly reminder to all tutors that we need to receive a report from you each month to keep us up to date on how things are going with your learner. See the links below:
 
Adult Education and Family Literacy Week
is this week!
September 24th to September 30th

Literacy has the ability to empower individuals, families, and communities to with the educational opportunities they need.
Click HERE to enlarge the image above.
Income Inequality

Low literacy has an adverse effect on the employability and earnings of American adults. The widening “skills gap” continues to have an increasing impact on income inequality. Adults without a high school diploma are more than twice as likely to be unemployed, working in low-wage jobs, living in poverty, and relying on government aid programs as those with higher levels of education.
Remember to "Like" the Whatcom Literacy Council on Facebook! 
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Live Camano Island Radio Theater Performance!

Join us for an evening of comedy and mystery with
the Camano Island Radio Theater players as they perform LIVE
at the intimate Claire VG Thomas Theatre in Lynden.
Tickets are $15 and can be purchased at the door.
All proceeds benefit the free adult literacy programs
of the Whatcom Literacy Council.


One night only!
Saturday, October 14th from 7-9PM
Claire VG Thomas Theatre, Lynden
 
Free Info Sessions on Becoming a U.S. Citizen!
Do you have a green card? Do you want to learn more about the process of becoming a U.S. citizen?
Please join us for a free session with local immigration attorneys who will cover the general eligibility requirements for naturalization, explain the rights and responsibilities of U.S. citizenship, and be available to answer questions.


                                        Dates and Locations

Thursday, October 19th, 6-7 pm at the Lynden Library.
216 4th Street, Lynden
Ride WTA Route 26 to the Lynden Library using the Grover St at 4th St stop.

Tuesday, December 12th, 6-7 pm at the Bellingham Library.
210 Central Ave, Bellingham

Change a life. Become a tutor!

                
 
Fall is always the time we truly need volunteers.  If you or a friend have about 3 hrs/week, we could use your services to tutor someone, or teach a small group.  Training and ongoing support is provided.

Check out the Become a Tutor page on our website for videos and application and get in touch with a program coordinator!
If you have a resource or activity that you would like to recommend to other tutors, please share!

Give us a call or email us!
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If you have any questions or need help, please contact us at (360) 752-8678 or by email:

Katherine Freimund, Executive Director - director@whatcomliteracy.org
Maureen Cooley, Small Group Class Coordinator - sgc@whatcomliteracy.org
Cari Chan, English Language Learning (ELL) Coordinator - ell@whatcomliteracy.org
Linda Chrisman, Adult Learning Program (ALP) Coordinator - alp@whatcomliteracy.org




Thank you for supporting the Whatcom Literacy Council!

 
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Whatcom Literacy Council
P.O. Box 1292
Bellingham, WA 98227
 
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