Free Adult Education in Chatham County
https://chathamliteracy.org/events WHAT: Master storyteller and bestselling author Jill McCorkle discusses her acclaimed short story collection Old Crimes at Chatham Literacy’s 8th Annual Fall for Literacy Luncheon on Thursday, October 24, 11:00 am-2:00 pm. WHEN: Advance ticket sales available starting August 1st.WHERE: Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center TICKETS: $125 per ticket; tables seat 10 people
We’re overjoyed to announce that 12 Chatham Literacy learners have achieved their dream of US citizenship this past year! Let’s give a round of applause to: * Elia Zaga (08/04/2023)* Luis Aguila (08/23/2023)* Lidia Valdez (08/24/2023)* Janet Justo Celestino (08/31/2023)* Pedro Lorenzo (09/06/2023)* Elvia Garcia (09/19/2023)* Elda Gonzalez (11/30/2023)* Nicteloi Vargas (02/05/2024)* Elizandro Villasenor (02/27/2024)* […]
February 13, 2024 marks three years since Chatham Literacy students Yeraldyn (Yera) Martinez and Iliana Jesús Escalante-Palacios opened “Carolina Cravings”, a popular bakery in downtown Pittsboro. Many young businesses struggle in their early years, but their business has thrived — thanks to elbow grease, personal sacrifices, and the Financial Literacy program at Chatham Literacy. This […]
Congratulations to Shonda T. and Murvin H. on their recent graduation from Chatham Literacy’s Financial Literacy program! Shonda and Murvin, pictured here with their tutor Lily, completed 6 modules over 10 weeks and received Certificates of Completion. Both are successful Webb Squared Entrepreneurs — Murvin owns a landscaping business and Shonda owns a bakery. The program’s tutors, Lily B. and […]
Today’s post is a contribution from one of our dedicated tutors, Karen Mirkovich. She writes: “I am thrilled to announce the success of Estefania and Anastasia Tourino, my long-time students. Estefania has secured a role at PNC Bank in Sanford and is being trained as an administrative banker. She will be the first bilingual employee at […]
We’re thrilled to celebrate Silviano S.’s graduation from the Chatham Literacy Financial Literacy program on March 8, 2024! Silviano completed the first 6 modules of the program in just 10 weeks and received a Certificate of Completion. His tutor was the wonderful Maria V. “I’m so grateful for the opportunity to take this class, and I really enjoyed […]
Chatham Literacy hosted its 13th Annual Spring for Literacy Luncheon, on April 25, 2024, raising $45,000 to support the organization’s adult literacy programs. The event, attended by 235 people, featured inspiring stories from Anastasia and Estefania Tourino, their tutor Karen Mirkovich, as well as, a thought-provoking speech by bestselling author Brendan Slocumb. The Tourino sisters […]
Congratulations to Elena Gonzales on achieving her goal of reading an entire book in English, “Who Was Elvis Presley”! Elena’s tutor, Patty Poe, shared: “I am so proud of Elena! What a well-earned Graduation Day!” This is a huge milestone and we’re so inspired by Elena’s hard work and dedication. Reading an entire book in […]
Your presence as a tutor at Chatham Literacy will be missed! Meet Debbi Carter, a dedicated tutor with a heart for literacy and community! With over six years of volunteering at Chatham Literacy under her belt, Debbi has been a beacon of knowledge and support for adult learners. We celebrate her as she begins a […]
Guest Author: Annette Saunooke Clapsaddle. Even as We Breathe is her new release. Annette is the first enrolled citizen of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians to publish a novel. When: Thursday, November 2, 2023 from noon to 2 pm (registration, games and networking start at 11 am) Where: Chatham County Agriculture and Conference Center. Tickets: $100 per person and tables will […]
