Classes and Events descriptions:

• Introductory Workshop - an orientation for those interested in becoming tutors
• Tutors Roundtable* - a forum for tutors currently in the program to share ideas and concerns
• Understanding Idioms* - For intermediate to advanced adult ESL learners. Learn to speak English like and American. Have fun learning common American expressions that sound as though they mean one thing but really mean something different.
• Short American Novels* - For adult ESL intermediate learners. Read and discuss short novels by American authors. Should have some experience reading short stories, novels or plays in English.
• Discover New England with Your Children* - For adult ESL learners at all levels with children in elementary school. Learn about fun family activities in New England.
• Let’s Talk about the News!* - A current events discussion group for intermediate to advanced level adult English learners. Different opinions will be encouraged.
• Classic Short Stories from Around the World* - For adult intermediate to advanced ESL learners. Read (in English translation) and talk about great short stories. Authors from around the world.
• American Culture and Your Children* For adult ESL learners at all levels. Learn about American parenting practices and share your own culture’s ideas about child-rearing.
• Speak English with Confidence* For adult intermediate to advanced ESL learners. Improve your speaking and listening skills. Learn how to apply these skills to your social and personal life.
• Preparing for the Citizenship Interview* For those who have applied or are planning to apply to become a U.S. citizen. Covers basic U.S. history and government. Practice you English skills through class activities and mock interviews. Learners will need basic skills in reading, writing and understanding spoken English.
• Living in America: A Discussion Group* For adult intermediate ESL learners. Discuss what you’ve learned about living in the U.S. Help each other by asking and answering questions.
• Money Smart: A Discussion Group About Managing Your Money* - For adult beginning to intermediate ESL learners. Learn about banking, budgeting, credit and loans in the U.S. The group’s discussions will be co-ordinated with the FDIC Money Smart lecture series at the library.
• Reading Plays Aloud* For intermediate adult ESL learners. Improve your English pronunciation and develop your vocabulary by reading plays out loud with others.
• Conversations for Work* - Improve your English understanding and speaking skills at work. Basic knowledge of reading, writing and understanding English required.
• Seeing an American Doctor* - This class will teach you all you need to know about going to the doctor. Learn how to choose a doctor, call and make appointments, fill out paperwork, ask the doctor questions and much more. Basic knowledge of reading, writing and understanding English required.

* Space is limited.  Pre-registration is required. To register, contact the ESL Program Coordinator. Contact information is at the bottom of this page.

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