Advocates for Adult Literacy in Contra Costa County
http://ccclib.org/psc/news.html PSC has a new program manager, Elaine Kociolek. Annual Recognition Event will be held July 18 at the Lafayette library. Upcoming Events, Tutor Tips, Book Discussion, Student Achievements
Join us Wednesday, November 7, 2018, from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm for book signings and a lively discussion featuring authors C.W. Gortner, Allie Larkin, and Adrienne McDonnell. Orinda Books is the host, 276 Village Square in Orinda. … Read More »
News and Upcoming Events include: Megan acting adult literacy program manager as Laura retires. Welcome, Leslie Mladinich, our new Senior Library Literacy Assistant located in East County (Antioch (and Brentwood, once the new Library opens on September 29th). Orinda Books will … Read More »
The Importance of Being Bilingual by Gina S. Three months ago, when I arrived in the United States of America, I needed to communicate with different people in the city. I did not know English very well, but I decided … Read More »
Before Leadership Class by Sandra S. Leadership means passing on your skills to other people. Some people are afraid to talk in front of a group of people and that would take a fear from them. I have so much … Read More »
Approach to Parenting and Discipline by T.M. (student reader) As parents, we try hard to discipline children so they can be ready for the world and be safe. Sometimes we don’t realize what the child is feeling, know if we … Read More »
Seven Foster Kids Became a Family by Martha G. This is a story that starts with our foster parents. The word “foster” is not what we use nor feel, when we say “parents.” That usually means in society that your … Read More »
Rehab for My Mom by Ehte A. A few months, ago my mom broke her leg. After she was in the hospital, she could not walk and she had to go to rehab at Tampico Terrace. When we went to … Read More »
The Quiet House by Ike E. I walk into the house It is so quiet and dark Even when I turn the lights on And I see you are not there A tear slowly drifts down my cheek As I … Read More »
My First Letter by Katarina D. I started with a volunteer work in one office in San Francisco. This office works with rent control, reasons for eviction and protection of rights of tenants. At the first, I worked only with … Read More »