Literacy Volunteers of Greater Worcester

Providing English language proficiency for Economic Security

Spring 2026 ESOL Class Registration

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Interested in improving your English language skills? Join us in January for our next semester of ESOL classes!
šŸ“…In-person Registration Dates:
Monday – Friday| January 12 – 23, 2026
*No registration on January 19 (Closed for MLKĀ  Jr. Day)
ā° Hours:Ā 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
šŸ“Location:
Literacy Volunteers of Greater Worcester
3 Salem Street, Suite 332 Worcester, MA 01608
(3rd floor of the Worcester Public Library)
Spring 2026 Class Schedule

LVGW International Holiday Potluck Party

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You’re Invited! Join Literacy Volunteers of Greater Worcester for ourĀ International Holiday Potluck Party:

  • Date: Wednesday, December 17
  • Time: 5ā€“7 PM
  • Location: Saxe Room, Worcester Public Library

Come celebrate the end of the year with students, volunteers, board members, and community partners over a variety of shared dishes.

If you plan to attend,Ā please fill out this brief formĀ to help us prepare. Bringing a dish to share is encouraged, but if you are unable to, weā€™d love to have you either way!

Dine For a Cause On November 4 @ American Flatbread Worcester!

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Weā€™re excited to team up with American Flatbread Worcester for a Benefit Bake on Tuesday, November 4!

Hereā€™s how it works:
āœ… Stop by any time during American Flatbread hours 11:00am – 11:00pm (dine in or takeout)
āœ… Enjoy delicious wood-fired flatbreads
āœ… A portion of every flatbread sold goes directly to Literacy Volunteers of Greater Worcester
While youā€™re there, check out the candlepin bowling at American Flatbread for even more fun.

Bring your friends, your family, and your appetite ā€” every bite (and every strike!) supports literacy in Worcester!

 

LVGW Annual Meeting

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Join us for our Annual Meeting, taking place on October 15 from 6-7:30pm at the Worcester Public Library (Saxe Room).
This year’s theme isĀ Growing Through Change, Grounded in Purpose;Ā Ā a celebration of new leadership, our evolving programs, and the shared commitment to empowering adult learners through literacy, inclusion, and opportunity. We are honored to have keynote remarks fromĀ Jillian Phillips, LICSW, Program Director, Office of New Americans at Friendly House!
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If you are able to join us, kindlyĀ RSVP here. If you aren’t able to join us you can stillĀ show your support here!

Sign Up for Our Next Volunteer Tutor Info Session

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Make a Differenceā€”Become a Volunteer Tutor!

Want to make a meaningful impact in your community? Join Literacy Volunteers of Greater Worcester as a volunteer tutor and help adult learners improve their English language skills through one-on-one tutoring. No teaching experience is neededā€”we provide all the training and support youā€™ll need!

šŸ“… Volunteer Tutor Information Session
Date: Thursday, October 9, 2025
Time: 6:30ā€“7:30 PM
Location: Zoom (Weā€™ll email you the link before the session.)
Sign up for our next Volunteer Information Session Now!

šŸ“– Learn more about becoming a tutor: https://www.lvgw.org/volunteer-tutors/

In-Person Registration for Fall 2025 ESOL Classes

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Fall 2025 Semester: September 29 ā€“ December 5, 2025 (10 weeks)
šŸš« No classes on 10/13, 11/11 & 11/27)Ā 

šŸ“… Registration Dates:
September 15 ā€“ September 26, 2025
šŸ• Registration Hours:
Monday ā€“ Friday, 12:00 PM ā€“ 5:00 PM

šŸ“ Location:
Literacy Volunteers of Greater Worcester (LVGW)
3 Salem St., Suite 332, Worcester, MA 01608
(3rd floor of the Worcester Public Library)

šŸ“± What to Bring:
Please bring your cell phone and be prepared to access your email and WhatsApp during registration.

Register for Free Workforce Readiness Workshops

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Who should attend:Ā LVGW studentsĀ seeking local employment and career development opportunities, job training, higher education, financial literacy, and library resources, as well asĀ tutors and teachersĀ who support them in achieving their career goals.

Register Today!

Workshop Topics & Schedule

  1. MassHire Worcester Career Center:Ā One-Stop Solution for Jobseekers
    Date/Time:Ā Friday August 15, 10am ā€“ 11am
  2. Worcester Public Library: Services and Resources
    Date/Time:Ā     Thursday August 21, 10am ā€“ 11am
  3. Worcester Job Fund: Career Training Opportunities for Good Jobs
    Date/Time:Ā Friday August 22, 10am ā€“ 11am
  4. African Bridge Network: Career Advising Service for Foreign-Trained Professionals
    Date/Time:Ā Friday September 12, 10am ā€“ 11am
  5. Quinsigamond Community College (QCC):Ā Affordable Higher Education in Central MA
    Date/Time:Ā Friday September 19, 10am ā€“ 11am
  6. All One Credit Union: Financial Literacy Essentials
    Date/Time:Ā Friday September 26, 10am ā€“ 11am

LVGW Summer Field Trip Announcement!

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Join us for a fun and educational afternoon at the Museum of Worcester!

šŸ—“ Date: Saturday, June 14, 2025
šŸ•› Time: 12:00 PM ā€“ 2:00 PM
šŸ“ Location: Museum of Worcester

All students, teachers, tutors, and volunteers are welcomeā€”bring your family or a friend! Come explore the rich history of our city and enjoy a guided tour with the LVGW community.

šŸ‘‰ Sign up here: https://tinyurl.com/mtusuuse

We can’t wait to see you there! šŸŽ‰

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