The Literacy Program offers one-on-one tutoring and small classes for adults. We can help you sign up for a library card, recommend library books, and show you how to use databases. Below you will find information about classes, programs, and links to free online resources.
Contact the Literacy Program through email at literacy@aclib.us or call 352-334-3920 or 352-334-3929.
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- Reading and Math Skills
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What does the Literacy Program offer?
The Literacy Program offers free tutoring services for adults looking to master reading and math skills. Requests for Reading and Math tutors at a library location near you can be submitted by contacting the Literacy Program by email or call 352-334-3920 or 352-334-3929.
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The Literacy Program also offers a GED Study Session every Saturday from 2-4:00 p.m. These sessions will give individuals preparing for the GED an opportunity to ask for help or advice from an experienced GED prep teacher. Topics covered in each session will be tailored to the needs of the attendees.
Additional programs offered in the Gainesville community are listed below. See website information for more details about the program.
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- English Language Skills
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What does the Literacy Program offer?
Our award-winning Conversational English program matches English language learners with conversation partners. Requests for English Language tutors at a library location near you can be submitted by contacting the Literacy Program by email or call 352-334-3920 or 352-334-3929.
Patrons also have the option to join one of the many English Conversation Clubs. The Literacy Program's English Conversation Clubs are available in person and online.
Additional Programs
The Gainesville community offers additional programs listed below. See website information for more details about the program or print the full list.- Alachua County Public School Adult English for Speakers or Other Languages classes
- Catholic Charities English Classes
- UF Christian Campus House's English Corner
- English Language Institute at UF
- English Partners at University City Church of Christ
- Florida Literacy Coalition's online Conversational English classes
- Holy Trinity Immigrant Ministries
- International Learning Center at Parkview Baptist
- Free English & Citizenship Classes
- Santa Fe College English for Speakers of Other Languages classes
- Williams Temple COGIC ESOL classes
- Community Equity Health Institute (CHEI)
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- Spanish Language Skills
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What does the Literacy Program offer?
The Literacy Program offers a Spanish Conversation Club every Tuesday at the Millhopper Branch and every 2nd and 4th Thursday at the Headquarters Library from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.. Make connections and increase your Spanish fluency.
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- Technology Skills
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What does the Literacy Program offer?
The Literacy Program offers Computer Help every Tuesday from 2 - 6 p.m. at the Headquarters Library. Our team helps with basic computer questions and offers time for proctored assessments to earn certificates through Northstar Digital Literacy. Earn certification in Basic Computer Skills, Email, Microsoft Word, and more.
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- Job Skills
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What does the Literacy Program offer?
The Literacy Program offers a Job Club every Wednesday to help patrons with a job search at the Headquarters from 11:30 a.m - 1:30 p.m. Our team can work with patrons to assist in creating an email address, brushing up on soft skills, practicing for an interview, and more.
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Become a Literacy Tutor
What does the Literacy Program offer?
The Literacy Program offers a wonderful opportunity to volunteer time with the Alachua County Library District. If you have interest in volunteering as a literacy tutor or assisting with programming, please submit the required paperwork to get started. An orientation and training will be provided to all Literacy Program volunteers. See the Alachua County Volunteer Handbook for further details.
Resources for Literacy Program Volunteers:
- FL Literacy Coalition's Literacy Resource page and Tutor Help Center
- Literacy Minnesota's Remote Tutoring Resources
Join us for 5 Saturdays at our Newberry Branch starting 1/11/2025 at 10am!
English for Families is a multi-week series of interactive English language classes. The program is welcome to all and ideal for families with children ages 6 to 12 years old. Each class features a lesson centered around a children's book that families will get to take home, hands-on activities, and refreshments.
Registration for this program series is recommended. We encourage families to commit to the full five weeks of the program on 1/11, 1/25, 2/08, 2/22, and 3/22.
Citizenship Class
**ADDITIONAL DATES TO BE ANNOUNCED**
Join us for this free class to prepare you to take the U.S. citizenship examination.
Are you interested in becoming a US Citizen? Then, join us! This class will cover the skills and concepts students need to pass the civics and literacy tests and prepare for the naturalization interview. We will review topics and important points covered by the USCIS civics questions, review the N-400 form and practice interview dialogs. Registration is encouraged.