Free Adult Education in Chatham County
In a world where emails, texts, and digital notes dominate our daily communication, the simple act of putting pen to paper can feel refreshingly personal. National Handwriting Day, celebrated every January 23, reminds us that handwriting is more than just a skill — it’s a timeless form of expression that connects our thoughts, emotions, and […]
SAVE THE DATE! Celebrated, best-selling author Daniel Wallace headlines the 2026 Chatham Literacy’s Spring For Literacy Luncheon at Governors Club, Wednesday, April 22nd from 11:00am-2:00pm. Author of six novels, including Big Fish, that became a movie, Wallace will discuss his new short story collection, Beneath the Moon and the Long Dead Stars. As one reviewer […]
Chatham Literacy seeks a full-time Development Director to strategize and implement development plans to support the work, growth, and sustainability of Chatham Literacy. The position includes grants management, annual giving campaigns, special events, donor relations, donor database management, and building organizational sustainability. This position reports to the Executive Director. Qualification includes at least three years of experience […]
As we celebrate this season of gratitude, we’re especially thankful for the tutors who bring heart, humor, and whole worlds of experience into their work with Chatham Literacy learners. And few people embody that spirit more fully than longtime tutor Lynette “Tempest” — a woman whose passport is nearly as full as her heart for […]
As we head into the season of gratitude, we’re reminded every day of just how powerful the gift of literacy truly is. At Chatham Literacy, we get to see lives change through learning — parents reading confidently to their children, neighbors gaining new job skills, and community members finding their voice through English, digital skills, […]
Chatham Literacy’s 2025 Fall for Literacy Luncheon was an uplifting celebration of learning, resilience, and community connection. Held at the Chatham County Agriculture and Conference Center, the annual fundraiser brought together supporters, volunteers, and readers to honor the power of literacy to transform lives. View the highlights of the event here. | View even more […]
At Chatham Literacy, we’re lucky to have volunteers who bring not just experience, but warmth, humor and a genuine love for helping others. Karen Mirkovich is one of those special people. As a long-time tutor and mentor to other tutors, Karen’s story is full of energy, connection and a deep belief in what adult learners […]
-Bilingual Message/Mensaje Bilingüe- Chatham Literacy seeks bilingual, Spanish/English, volunteer tutors. We provide free trainingand materials. You do not have to be a computer expert. We need volunteers to provide help withcomputer basics such as setting up email, navigating the internet, saving files and more. Youwould tutor a small group between 3 – 8 adult learners, […]
Chatham Literacy is thrilled to introduce Josh Bray as our new Program Coordinator for Digital Literacy. Josh is a lifelong Bear Creek resident and a Chatham Central High School graduate, deeply rooted in the rural heart of Chatham County. His journey to this role has been guided by a passion for helping others and a […]
The Power of Stories: Marjorie Hudson’s Message On May 15th, the Chatham Literacy community gathered at Governors Club in Chapel Hill for a truly inspiring event: the annual Spring for Literacy Luncheon. This year’s gathering was not only a celebration of storytelling and the power of literacy, but also a resounding success, raising $42,300 to […]
