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Category Archives: Upcoming Events

Events and fundraisers for PSC.

September October Newsletter

30 Aug

SeptemberOctober 2017 Great news! The priority seating for Men of Mystery fundraiser is sold out, BUT there are still seats available and raffles to win! Click on the Eventbrite button to purchase your ticket or donate today! Every dollar helps … Read More »

Authors, Director's Message, Fundraiser, In the News, Inspiration, Literacy information, Newsletter, Past Events, Student Achievement, Uncategorized, Upcoming Events

July August Newsletter

26 Jun

Student Achievement, Tips for Tutors, Upcoming Events SAVE THE DATE: PSC will be holding its annual fundraising event on Thursday, September 28 from 6–8 p.m. in the Walnut Creek Library. The theme will be Men of Mystery, featuring mystery, crime … Read More »

Director's Message, In the News, Literacy information, Newsletter, Past Events, Student Achievement, Student Writings, Upcoming Events

May June 2017 Newsletter

3 May

Student Achievements Tutor Tips, Trainings, and Recognition More MayJune 2017

Director's Message, In the News, Inspiration, Literacy information, Newsletter, Student Achievement, Student Writings, Uncategorized, Upcoming Events

March April 2017 Newsletter

3 Mar

Welcome New Tutors, Student Accomplishments, Support MarchApril 2017

Director's Message, In the News, Inspiration, Literacy information, Newsletter, Student Achievement, Upcoming Events

January February 2017 Newsletter

2 Jan

Upcoming Journaling Workshop Student Achievements New PSC Office Tutor Tips JanuaryFebruary 2017

In the News, Literacy information, Newsletter, Student Achievement, Upcoming Events

November December 2016 Newsletter

26 Oct

Student news, workshops, upcoming events, and new services, including Career Online High School CAREER ONLINE HIGH SCHOOL Contra Costa County Library, in partnership with the California State Library and Gale (part of Cengage Learning), will be offering adults the opportunity … Read More »

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Ron Shoop’s Final Book Review on Tuesday, November 15, 6:30 p.m., at Pleasant Hill Library

21 Sep

Ron Shoop from Penguin Random House will be conducting one last Book Lover’s Forum before his retirement. Pleasant Hill Library (1750 Oak Park Blvd.) from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday, November 15. Ron will reviews titles that are sure … Read More »

Authors, Upcoming Events

Ron Shoop Book Lovers’ Forum at the Pleasant Hill Library, Tuesday, September 20, 6:30 p.m.

6 Sep

Ron Shoop Book Lovers’ Forum to be held at the Pleasant Hill Library on Tuesday, September 20, 6:30-8:30 p.m. “A Great Good Place for Books” will have copies of the books on review for purchase at the event. A bag … Read More »

In the News, Inspiration, Upcoming Events

PSC, Inc. Newsletter September/October 2016

6 Sep

Reader accomplishments, election links, dyslexia information, upcoming mystery event, and more! SeptemberOctober-2016-PSC-News

Authors, Dyslexia, In the News, Inspiration, Literacy information, Newsletter, Student Achievement, Upcoming Events

Dyslexia Advocate! How to Advocate for a Child with Dyslexia within the Public Education System. September 17

6 Sep

Dyslexia Advocacy event on 9/17/16! Come meet Dr. Kelli Sandman-Hurley as she discusses dyslexia advocacy and signs her new book. Saturday, September 17, 2016 12:30-2:30pm Ygnacio Valley Library 2661 Oak Grove Rd. Walnut Creek, CA 94598 Space is limited Pre-register … Read More »

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  • $100 provides training material for tutors
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  • $750 pays for publishing a book of student writings

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Project Second Chance, the Contra Costa County Library's adult literacy program, provides free, confidential instruction in reading, writing, and spelling to English-speaking adults with literacy skills below a 6th grade level. PSC recruits, trains, and supports volunteer tutors, who work one-on-one with their learners to help them achieve their individual literacy-related goals and empower them in their work and personal lives.

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