Literacy

Ballet and Books @Central CMR

Ballet and Books is back!

Ballet & Books is a non-profit organization of UC Berkeley students who mentor children ages 6-9 in literacy and dance, working to close the literacy gap and connect with the community.

 

Mentoring sessions start February 17 at the Berkeley Public Library!

Central, 3rd Floor Community Meeting Room, 2090 Kittredge St.

Every Saturday 2/17-4/20, 10am-12pm (Except for 3/23 and 3/30)

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Writing Workshop with Jamey Williams @West

In honor of Black History Month, join educator, actor, community organizer and internationally recogized poet, Jamey William for an Adult/Teens Writing Workshop at West Branch Berkeley Public Library!

After winning the Compliment Death Match at the National Potery Slam in 2017, Jamey Williams became the first person to be dubbled "the nicest poet in the country."

This Creative Writing Workshop will include writing your own spoken word, poetry and/or song, depending on your interest. 

Writers of all experience levels are welcome.

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Reading Buddies @Central CCR

Mondays | January 22nd, 29th, February 5th, 12th
4pm and 4:30pm sessions available

Reading Buddies builds confidence in young readers and makes reading fun! Kids will be paired with a teen mentor for 30 minutes to read together and play word games. Grades K-3.

Registration required. SIGN UP for a spot today!

Reading Buddies is a collaboration with the Berkeley High School, Right Writers Club.

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Berkeley READS Adult Literacy Drop-in Tutoring/Computer Lab @Central EC

One-on-one (scheduled) drop-in tutoring sessions are available for learners of Berkeley READS Adult Literacy Program who are on our wait list and for those who want additional assistance.  Adult literacy learners and tutors can also access tools in our computer lab at Central in the Electronic Classroom.

Contact Berkeley READS Adult & Family Literacy Program for more information and to schedule an appointment.

510-981-6299 / libraryberkeleyreads@cityofberkeley.info

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Berkeley READS Adult Literacy Drop-in Tutoring/Computer Lab @Central EC

One-on-one (scheduled) drop-in tutoring sessions are available for learners of Berkeley READS Adult Literacy Program who are on our wait list and for those who want additional assistance.  Adult literacy learners and tutors can also access tools in our computer lab at Central in the Electronic Classroom.

Contact Berkeley READS Adult & Family Literacy Program for more information and to schedule an appointment.

510-981-6299 / libraryberkeleyreads@cityofberkeley.info

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