East Greenbush Community Library, 10 Community Way, East Greenbush

 12:00 noon – 1:30 p.m.

 Bring a lunch.  Beverages will be provided. To register, call 274-8516.

The Culture of Poverty with Debra Fagans, Wednesday, May 8th

Are you struggling to understand the way your student makes decisions, organizes time, and prioritizes choices in life? Former Program Coordinator and longtime volunteer tutor trainer, Debra Fagans will present a workshop on The Culture of Poverty. Drawing from the research of Ruby K. Payne, Debbie will provide valuable insights into the lives of many of the learners we serve.

Pronunciation with Marcia Schultz, Tuesday, May 14th

Does your English Language Learner need help with pronunciation? One of our longest-serving tutor trainers and ELL tutors, Marcia Schultz brings helpful hints and insights from many years of professional and volunteer experience to her workshop on pronunciation. Tutors who are working with English Language Learners at all levels are welcome to learn from a master.

Learning Styles and Disabilities with Donna Gibson, Thursday, May 23rd

As adults, we know we have a favorite way to learn. Adults with disabilities can make educational gains when their learning styles are taken into consideration. Former Executive Director and longtime volunteer tutor trainer, Donna Gibson shares her considerable depth of knowledge on the topic of learning styles and disabilities.

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LVORC Newsletter – Spring 2013

by lvorc on March 25, 2013

LVORC Newsletter – Spring 2013

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Celebrate 45 Years With Us

March 20, 2013

Join us for a Student and Volunteer Dinner on Monday, April 15th at 6:00 p.m.  Please bring a dish to share with others as we celebrate 45 years of transforming lives in Rensselaer County. We’ll meet in the Fellowship Hall of the First United Presbyterian Church, 1915 5th Avenue, Troy. Give us a call to [...]

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Meet the Famous Ladies

March 5, 2013

The Famous Ladies’ Tea will be held at the historic Emma Willard School in Kellas Commons, 285 Pawling Avenue, Troy, on Sunday, March 10th from 1:30-4:00 p.m. The event will celebrate the 45th  anniversary of Literacy Volunteers of Rensselaer County and Women’s History Month.  Each table will be visited by a series of fascinating and [...]

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Thanks for Making the Bowlathon a Success!

February 25, 2013

Many thanks to everyone who attended the Bowlathon on Sunday, February 24th at Uncle Sam Lanes in Troy. Please join us in thanking those who made the event possible: Sponsors CAP COM Federal Credit Union Aflac Committee Members: Angela Fecko Kristin Morgan With special thanks to Linda Feldmann, Barbara Wyman, Karen Chandler, Meredith Morgan and [...]

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Love is in the Air

February 15, 2013

A Valentine’s Day note from Executive Director, Barbara Wyman: Love is in the air.  So far I received 2 hugs from our students and 1 from a tutor and 1 from a co-worker.  I stopped at Capital Communications Federal Credit Union, North Greenbush Branch on my way to work this morning.  One of their tellers [...]

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LVORC Newsletter – Winter 2013

January 22, 2013

LVORC Newsletter – Winter 2013

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Join us for Dinner, Monday, November 19th

October 30, 2012

To kick off the season of celebrations with family and friends, please join us for dinner on Monday, November 19th at 6:00 p.m. What is your favorite family tradition?  What do you like to do with your family when everyone’s together?  You can tell us all about it as we enjoy a potluck buffet provided by students, volunteers, and [...]

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2011-2012 Annual Report Now Available

October 4, 2012

The Annual Report for the 2011-2012 Program Year is now available. To view it now, please use the link at the bottom of the home page. A mailing will be sent soon to volunteers and donors. If you’d like to request a printed copy, please contact us at 274-8526.  

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Now Recruiting Learners for English Literacy Civics

September 20, 2012

Recruitment is now underway for the 2012-2013 English Literacy Civics program. Classes will be held at the Albany Public Library Main Branch on Thursdays and Fridays from 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m., and at the Church of the Blessed Sacrament on Mondays and Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. EL Civics is a great opportunity for [...]

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