LVGS
Annual Meeting
Please
join LVGS for our Annual Meeting on Thursday, December
10, 2020 at 5:00 pm. This year it is a remote meeting,
and attendance is via the Zoom platform. For next year, we
sincerely hope to gather in person.
The
meeting will include a business portion, when we elect members
of the Board of Directors, and a report on our program and
activities. (view
list of Board members)
To
register, please send an email to lvgsanford@gmail.com.
Please register by Wednesday, December 9. We will be glad
to provide you with instructions on joining the meeting using
a PC, laptop, tablet, Mac, or phone.
We thank you for your support, and hope you can join us on
December 10
March
27, 2020
Dear
Friends,
In
order to practice social distancing during the covid-16 pandemic,
our tutoring programs are suspended and the office is closed.
Following the Sanford School departments schedule, we
hope to re-open on April 27.
We
miss our students and volunteers, and we look forward to seeing
you in person as soon as it is safe to be together.
Take
care and stay healthy!
Trivia
Night Thanks
On
behalf of Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford, thank
you very much to everyone who took part in and supported
our Trivia Night at the Town Club event on Friday, January
17! We had a great turnout of about 100 people playing
on thirteen teams. Special thanks to our emcee Shawn Sullivan,
Gina and her team at Above and Beyond Catering for superb
food and hospitality, all the donors to the raffle and
live auction, and everyone who played the trivia game
with great spirit, bought raffle tickets and bid on auction
items! Our sponsors were: Atlantic Federal Credit Union,
Kennebunk Savings Bank, Moody's Collision Centers, Partners
Bank, Sanford-Springvale Altrusa, Sanford Lions, and YRL
Group. This was our eleventh annual Trivia Night and produced
a net of about $5,000 for our programs that offer free,
one-on-one tutoring to adults who want to improve their
literacy skills.
With
strong community support, we've raised over $43,000
with this event over the years. Thank you, one and all,
for making this possible!
Please
mark your calendars and join us for next year's Trivia
Night on Friday, January 15, 2021!
Ingrid Baily, Executive Director
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Join
us for Trivia Night at the Town Club after the Holidays!
Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford (LVGS) is pleased
to announce their annual Trivia Night event on Friday,
January 17, 2020.
Trivia
Night at the Town Club, a fundraiser for LVGS programs,
includes team competition on trivia questions. Please
join us for a fun evening hosted by our emcee, Shawn
Sullivan!
Trivia
categories include sports, science, current events,
pop culture, literature, food, and music. A raffle and
a live auction also will be held. We are seeking sponsors
as well as donated items for the raffle and auction.
Tickets
are $20 per person including appetizers. Teams need
4 or 8 people.
The
event begins at 6:00 p.m. with registration and appetizers,
and the Trivia Game takes place from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
FMI,
please call the Literacy Volunteers office at 324-2486.
Please sign up early as space is limited!
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LVGS
Celebrates 'Outstanding' Work at Annual Dinner
May
24, 2019 (The York County Coast Star) - SANFORD --
In the eighteenth century, a minister named Griffith Jones
started what he called Circulating Schools.
Basically, Jones traveled from one community to another,
spending perhaps three months at each one and teaching
literacy to groups of anywhere between four and eight
people. As part of his efforts to spread his Methodist
faith, he used texts from the Bible and from religious
tracts in his lessons.
Part of the idea of these Circulating Schools was that
his former students would eventually form groups of their
own after Jones left their community and use their newfound
skills to teach literacy to others.
Jones did this for 22 years, with a benefactress, Bridget
Bevan, supporting his efforts and paying for his living
expenses. When he died, Bevan assumed responsibility for
the project for another 18 years.
In 40 years, 6,300 of these Circulating Schools were formed.
As many as 304,000 citizens of Wales became literate as
a result. These schools thrived until they were absorbed
by the British government in the 1850s and essentially
discontinued. Before then, however, Jones's project had
transformed education and culture in his country.
David Jagger, who is of Welsh heritage, shared this story
with students and tutors and their friends and families
during Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford's annual
dinner at the Sanford Town Club on Thursday, May 16. Jagger,
of Jagger Brothers mill on Water Street in Springvale,
served as the evening's guest speaker.
It was fitting that Jagger spoke about those Circulating
Schools in Wales more than 150 years ago. After all, he
too helped spark an initiative that spread literacy in
his community. Working with LVGS, Jagger formed the English
Language Learning Program at Jagger Brothers, which assisted
his employees in gaining command of English as their second
language.
In his remarks, Jagger praised the work of LVGS as "outstanding."
"You teach people to read and write, but beyond that,
you change them," Jagger said to the organization's
tutors and board members and its executive director, Ingrid
Baily. "Thank you for all you do for my employees."
After the speech, Geoff Titherington, the president of
the LVGS board of directors, announced that this year's
Literacy Partner Award went to volunteer Linda Bishop,
an employee at Jagger Brothers. Bishop was not able to
attend the dinner, due to another volunteering obligation,
and Jagger accepted the award on her behalf.
The ceremony - which included a welcome by Titherington,
opening remarks from Baily, the election of board officers
and members, and dinner and dessert catered by Gina Sawtelle
and her staff at Above & Beyond Catering - ended with
Baily calling up four tutors who have made a difference
in the lives of Jagger Brothers employees as a result
of the ESL program. Tutors Gail Burnett, Jody Shellene,
Linda Brown, and Tony Squillacioti all joined Baily at
the podium and shared some of their experiences as tutors
in the program.
Burnett, who teaches at Sanford Community Adult Education,
started tutoring at Jagger Brothers last August.
"It was wonderful," Burnett said of the experience.
Burnett taught English to five employees, four of whom
are Cambodian. Two of those students, Ratana Bernard and
Cesia Olavedez, both of whom have college degrees, earned
through studying in their native language, were at the
dinner with Burnett. She noted how challenging the English
language can be to new learners.
"Once you start pulling it apart, it's not easy,"
Burnett said.
Burnett praised the efforts and successes of her former
students, stating that it was a pleasure to work with
them and expressing hopes to tutor in the program again.
Shellene told the audience that he has been teaching literacy
to adults since 2004. In 2016, he added, he took a course
in Kittery and became certified to teach English as a
Second Language.
"I was hooked and became eager to put my newly learned
skills to task," Shellene said.
At first, there was not a need for ESL tutors in Sanford.
Last June, Shellene finally got his chance and started
tutoring three employees in the Jagger Brothers program.
He had three Cambodian women as students.
"All three were an absolute delight," he said.
"They each sought and held a competitive edge with
each other. It was never necessary for me to give them
any tough love for them to study more or try harder. They
certainly did that and gave their tough love to one another."
Shellene described all three of his students as grateful,
gracious, and enthusiastic.
"Their desire to absorb everything I taught them,
along with their infectiously appreciative and joyous
natures, has made my experience, as their tutor, one I
will deeply cherish forever," Shellene said.
Brown told the audience that she taught Cambodian grandparents
at Jagger Brothers. She said the grandparents were "determined
to learn English to communicate with their grandkids -
grandkids absorbing English as a first language."
Of course, since Brown's students were grandparents, they
had a certain tool to help them learn English: pictures
of their grandchildren.
"Everyone had cell phones and could show pictures
of their little ones, which led to more conversations
for practice," Brown smiled and said.
Squillacioti has taught literacy in Sanford and in Kittery,
where he also teaches citizenship to students. He told
the audience that he even once filled in for Shellene's
Jagger Brothers class while Shellene was out of state
and could not make class with his students. Squillacioti
said he appreciated the opportunity to be a part of the
ESL program.
"It was just a wonderful thing to see, and I just
really appreciate and was honored to be able to participate
in that," Squillacioti said.
After the four tutors spoke, Burnett called Bernard and
Olavedez to the front of the room, where she presented
them both with certificates of achievements. Everyone
in the room applauded their accomplishments.
Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford has helped adults
achieve their literacy goals through tutoring and other
programs since 1986. LVGS is located in a suite at The
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Save
the Date for Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford's
Annual Student Recognition Dinner
March
26, 2019 - Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford
(LVGS) is pleased to announce that its Twentieth Annual
Student Recognition Dinner will be held on Thursday,
May 16, 2019 at the Town Club in Sanford, with catering
by Above and Beyond. Registration begins at 5:00 p.m.
and the program begins at 5:30.
The
event includes recognition of students and tutors, a
delicious dinner and the chance to be inspired by the
achievements of adult literacy students. We are pleased
to announce that David Jagger will be our guest speaker.
LVGS
supports the literacy needs of adults with free, confidential
one-on-one tutoring by trained adult volunteers. Founded
in 1986, LVGS helps adults improve their literacy levels
and change their lives. We are grateful to have strong
community support and to be a United Way of York County
partner.
Tickets
to the dinner are $15 per person. For reservations,
please call the office at 324-2486 by Wednesday, May
8.
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Literacy
Volunteers of Greater Sanford Receives United Way of York
County 2019 Community Investment
February
27, 2019 - Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford
(LVGS) is pleased to announce that it has been awarded
a two-year grant from United Way of York County totaling
$16,200. This investment will support programs focused
on building adult and family literacy.
The
mission of LVGS is supporting the literacy needs of
adults with free, confidential one-on-one tutoring by
trained adult volunteers. Founded in 1986, LVGS offers
opportunities for adult learners to improve their literacy
skills and achieve their goals relating to education,
career and family.
Through
the mobilization of people, resources and expertise,
United Way of York County works to improve lives across
York County. Thanks to the continued support of dedicated
individuals, businesses and organizations across the
region, this year the United Way is investing in 58
community programs that serve children, youth, adults,
and families.
"Thanks
to the generosity of those who support the United Way's
work throughout the year, we are able to provide continued
and much needed support for essential and direct human
services right here in our county," noted United
Way of York County President & CEO Barb Wentworth.
"These important programs support the best start
for our youngest citizens, provide healthy foods for
children and seniors, engage youth in meaningful service,
and meet basic needs-all critical components of our
collective efforts to build an even stronger York County."
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Trivia
Night Thanks
February
18, 2019 - On behalf of Literacy Volunteers of Greater
Sanford, thank you very much to everyone who took part
in and supported our Trivia Night at the Town Club event
on Friday, January 18! We had a great turnout of 120 people
playing on sixteen teams. Special thanks to Shawn Sullivan
for being our terrific new emcee, Gina and her team at
Above and Beyond Catering for superb food and hospitality,
all the donors to the raffle and live auction, and everyone
who played the trivia game with great spirit, bought raffle
tickets and bid on auction items! Our sponsors were: Kennebunk
Savings Bank, Moody's Collision Centers, Sanford-Springvale
Altrusa, Sanford Lions, SIS Bank, York County Federal
Credit Union and YRL Group. This was our tenth annual
Trivia Night and produced a net of $5,200 for our programs
offering free, one-on-one tutoring to adults.
With
strong community support, we've raised over $38,000
with this event over the years. Thank you, one and all,
for making this possible!
Please
mark your calendars and join us for next year's Trivia
Night on Friday, January 17, 2020!
Ingrid Baily, Executive Director
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What
is a cruciverbalist?
January
24, 2019 - Who was first offered the role of John
McClane in the movie Die Hard before it ultimately
went to Bruce Willis?
What
is a cruciverbalist?
On
what day exactly, more than 250 years ago now, did Sanford
officially become incorporated as a city?
These
are just three of the more than 30 questions teams were
asked when Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford held
its annual Trivia Night at the Sanford Town Club on
Friday, Jan. 18. The event is a fundraiser for LVGS,
which meets the literacy needs of adults in the Greater
Sanford Area through assorted programs and tutoring
sessions.
Read
the Full Article
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Christmas
Angels: Love of literacy, learning drive Bailys work
with LVGS
December
20, 2018 - The two students arrive at Literacy Volunteers
of Greater Sanford (LVGS) with boxes of books in their
car.
Their
names are Kaelli Gehrung and Carly Donald, and they
hail from Plymouth State College in New Hampshire. Theyre
both enrolled in a seminar on literacy and are pursuing
projects to foster literacy. One such project involved
gathering these books - there are scores of them in
several boxes - and making the long trek from Plymouth
to Sanford to put them in the hands of Ingrid Baily,
the executive director of Literacy Volunteers of Greater
Sanford.
Read
the Full Article
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A
Meeting of the Minds: SIS Bank to Sponsor Literacy Volunteers
Trivia Night
December
18, 2018 - We learn so much over the course of our
lifetime, but how well do we really fare when its
time to put that knowledge to the test? For the 10th straight
year, Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford will be hosting
Trivia Night, and we are pleased to announce our sponsorship
of $500 to the event, as well as a donation of a gallon
of maple syrup from the locally renowned Hilltop Boilers.
Trivia
Night will take place at The Town Club at 4 Washington
Street in Sanford on Friday, January 18th from 7-9 p.m.
Doors will open at 6 p.m. Shawn Sullivan of the former
Sanford News will be the emcee for the night, testing
teams on their knowledge of categories such as science,
music, current events, food, and more!
SIS
will also be entering a team, so do you have what it
takes to outsmart the friendly faces of your neighborhood
bank? Teams consist of four to eight participants at
the cost of $20 per person. Appetizers and other refreshments
will be served.
Literacy
Volunteers supports the needs of adults, especially
those reading below the ninth-grade level, with free,
confidential one-on-one tutoring by trained adult volunteers.
Their approach is student-centered so that literacy
goals match life goals related to the family, employment
and citizenship.
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Springvale
Company Provides
Employees Time, Space for English Tutoring
December
5, 2018 - Every Thursday afternoon, nine employees
of Jagger Brothers get together
with their volunteer tutors, and work on their English
language skills.
The one-hour lessons take place at the workplace, making
it convenient for employees who like many, have commitments
that make it difficult to attend a night class elsewhere.
David Jagger, the owner of Jagger Brothers, a company
that began manufacturing worsted yarns back in 1898, said
offering the classes is an investment in the employees
and in the company as well.
Read
More
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Join
us for Trivia Night at the Town Club after the Holidays!
Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford (LVGS) is pleased
to announce their Tenth Annual Trivia Night event on Friday,
January 18, 2019.
Trivia
Night at the Town Club, a fundraiser for LVGS programs,
includes team competition on trivia questions. Please
join us for a fun evening of competition hosted by our
new emcee, Shawn Sullivan!
Trivia
categories include sports, science, current events,
pop culture, literature, food, and music. A raffle and
a live auction will also be held. We are seeking sponsors
as well as donated items for the raffle and auction.
Tickets
are $20 per person including appetizers. Teams need
4 to 8 people. If you don't have 4 people, please give
us a call and we'll match you with others for a team.
The
doors open at 6:00 p.m. and the Trivia Game takes place
from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
FMI,
please call the Literacy Volunteers office at 324-2486.
Please sign up early as space is limited!
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Changing
Lives at Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford
May
25, 2018
Journal
Tribune
By TAMMY WELLS
Senior Staff Writer
SANFORD Nelson Thompson is enjoying reading a variety
of subjects these days. Hes been reading about the
Wright brothers, of aircraft fame, as well as perusing
newspapers and books.
Three
years ago, reading wasnt part of his daily life.
That changed when he got in touch with Literacy Volunteers
of Greater Sanford and began working with a tutor.
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Thompson,
47, was born in Sanford. The family lived in Wells for a time
and then in Concord, New Hampshire, where he attended high
school. A childhood accident meant many hospitalizations though,
and his school work suffered.
I
knew I needed to learn to read a long time ago, said
Thompson on Wednesday at the LVGS annual student recognition
dinner. Someone pointed him in the right direction
and his reading skills have improved as a result.
Thompson
has been been working with his volunteer tutor, Helen Bower,
for almost three years at the LVGS office on Main Street.
I
show up early and read before Helen arrives, said Thompson.
Nelsons
my star, said Bower. I like to work with someone
dedicated to learning.
Bower,
who works at Waban, said she read a news item about tutor
training and her work supervisor suggested she might enjoy
it. Her volunteer gig with LVGS began in 2005.
Thompson
and Bower were named Student and Tutor of the Year at the
recognition event.
LVGS
Executive Director Ingrid Baily said students gain confidence
when they work diligently. She said Thompson told her Im
reading things I never thought about before.
LVGS
is an outgrowth of a program begun at Louis B. Goodall Memorial
Library in 1986, when Ken Scott, library director at the time,
secured a grant to offer literacy services. As time passed,
the program blossomed and became its own entity.
Louis
B. Goodall Memorial Library was recognized as a literacy partner
on Wednesday.
The
library and literacy have always gone hand in hand,
librarys Director Jackie McDougal said.
In
addition to reading, and math instruction, a new initiative
instituted by LVGS in March brings computer literacy skills
directly to consumers looking for work at the Maine CareerCenter
in Springvale. Volunteer Susan Stebbins spends four hours
a week at the center, tutoring up to four students, individually,
on how to navigate the software programs used in job searches
and reporting for unemployment benefits. Stebbins said the
classes have proved popular using a computer can be
daunting for someone with little exposure to them and no access
at home.
Board
member and the evenings speaker, Shawn Sullivan, summed
up LVGSs role:
Literacy,
as we know, provides opportunity, said Sullivan. LVGS
however, changes lives.
Thompson
agrees.
It
is still a bit of a struggle, said Thompson of his reading.
But I am getting better at it.
19th
Annual Student Recognition Dinner
Literacy
Volunteers of Greater Sanford (LVGS) is pleased to announce
that its Nineteenth Annual Student Recognition Dinner will
be held on Wednesday, May 23, 2018 at the Town Club
in Sanford, with catering by Above and Beyond. Registration
begins at 5:00 p.m. and the program begins at 5:30.
The
event includes recognition of students and tutors, a delicious
dinner and the chance to be inspired by the achievements of
adult literacy students.
Tickets
to the dinner are $15 per person. For reservations, please
call the office at 324-2486 by Wednesday, May 16.
Trivia
Night Thanks
January
31, 2018 - On behalf of Literacy Volunteers of Greater
Sanford, thank you very much to everyone who took part in
and supported our Trivia Night at the Town Club event on Friday,
January 12! We had a great turnout of 125 people playing on
seventeen teams. Special thanks to Marcel Blouin for being
our emcee, Gina and her team at Above and Beyond Catering
for terrific food and hospitality, all the donors to the raffle
and live auction, and everyone who played the trivia game
with great spirit, bought raffle tickets and bid on auction
items. Our sponsors were: Altrusa Club of Sanford-Springvale,
Kennebunk Savings, Moody's Collision Centers, Rotary Club
of Sanford-Springvale, Sanford Lions Club, SIS Bank, York
County Federal Credit Union and YRL Group. This was our ninth
annual Trivia Night and produced a net of $5,200 for our programs
offering free, individualized tutoring to adults. Thank you,
one and all, for making this possible!
In
nine years, we've raised over $31,000 with this event. We're
tremendously grateful for such strong community support of
our mission!
Please
mark your calendars and join us for next year's Trivia Night
on Friday, January 18, 2019!
LVGS
Receives Donation from the Fabulous Find in Kittery
January
16, 2018 - Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford (LVGS)
is delighted to announce that it has received a very generous
donation from The Fabulous Find Resale Boutique in Kittery
in the amount of $7,678. The funds will be used to support
our programs for adult learners.
The
Fabulous Find, a 501c3 non-profit organization, is a boutique-style
resale shop that partners with different worthy, local non-profit
organizations each month. All profits are donated to the organizations
selected by their board of directors for that month. Their
overhead is low, and the more sales they do, the bigger the
check awarded will be at the end of the month. In order to
make this community giving effort possible, volunteers log
hundreds of hours each year. Since opening in July 2010, The
Fabulous Find has given out over $1.1 million in donations
to more than 40 non-profit organizations in York County and
the Seacoast area.
To
learn more about The Fabulous Find, see their website at www.thefabulousfind.org
or call 439-8669. Please like them on Facebook.
The shop is located at 139 State Road in Kittery and is open
Monday-Saturday 9:30 am-5:30 pm and Sunday 11 am-4 pm. They
carry gently used clothing, jewelry and home accessories.
Join
us for Trivia Night at the Town Club after the Holidays!
January
12, 2018 - Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford
(LVGS) is pleased to announce their Ninth Annual Trivia
Night event on Friday, January 12, 2018.
Trivia
Night at the Town Club, a fundraiser for LVGS programs,
includes team competition on trivia questions.
Trivia
categories include geography, science, current events,
pop culture, literature, food, and music. A raffle and
a live auction will also be held. We are seeking sponsors
as well as donated items for the raffle and auction.
Tickets
are $20 per person including appetizers. Teams need
4 to 8 people. If you don't have 4 people, please give
us a call and we'll match you with others for a team.
The doors open at 6 p.m. and the Trivia Game takes place
from 7 - 9 p.m.
Please join us for a fun evening of competition hosted
by emcee Marcel Blouin!
FMI,
please call the Literacy Volunteers office at 324-2486.
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LVGS
Recipient of The Fabulous Find Donation
October
18, 2017 -Literacy
Volunteers of Greater Sanford (LVGS) is delighted to announce
that it has been selected as a recipient of a donation
from The Fabulous Find Resale Boutique in Kittery for
the month of November.
The
Fabulous Find, a 501c3 non-profit organization, is a
boutique-style resale shop that partners with different
worthy, local non-profit organizations each month. All
profits are donated to the organizations selected by
their board of directors for that particular month.
Their overhead is low, and the more sales they do, the
bigger the check awarded will be at the end of the month.
In order to make this community giving effort possible,
volunteers log hundreds of hours each year. Since opening
in July 2010, The Fabulous Find has given out over $1.1
million in donations to more than 40 non-profit organizations
in York County and the Seacoast area.
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To
learn more about The Fabulous Find, see their website at www.thefabulousfind.org
or call 439-8669. Please like them on Facebook.
The shop is located at 139 State Road in Kittery and is open
Monday-Saturday 9:30 am-5:30 pm and Sunday 11 am-4 pm. They
carry gently used clothing, jewelry and home accessories.
Please
join us for a reception at The Fabulous Find on Saturday,
November 4 at 8:30 am, and donate items and shop during the
month of November!
The
mission of LVGS is supporting the literacy needs of adults
with free, confidential one-on-one tutoring by trained adult
volunteers. Whether the goal is to prepare for the high school
equivalency exam, understand a label on a prescription bottle,
or read a bedtime story to a child, LVGS offers opportunities
for adult learners to improve their literacy skills and achieve
their personal and career goals. LVGS is grateful to have
strong community support including from the United Way of
York County.
LVGS
Announces Annual Student Recognition Dinner
April
11, 2017 - Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford (LVGS)
is pleased to announce that its Eighteenth Annual Student Recognition
Dinner will be held on Wednesday, May 24, 2017 at the Town Club
in Sanford, with catering by Above and Beyond. Registration
begins at 5 p.m. and the program begins at 5:30.
The
event includes recognition of students and tutors, a delicious
dinner and the chance to be inspired by the achievements of
adult literacy students. We also will recognize the Parks
and Recreation Department of the City of Sanford for its longtime
service. Staff from the department will discuss their activities
in maintaining and enhancing the community's many parks, including
Goodall Park, where the Mainers play.
Tickets
to the dinner are $15 per person. For reservations, please
call the office at 324-2486 by Wednesday, May 17.
LVGS
Receives United Way of York County 2017 Community Investment
February
24, 2017 - Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford
(LVGS) today announced that it has been awarded a one-year
grant from United Way of York County for $15,500. This
investment will support building adult literacy in the
community.
Through
the mobilization of resources, expertise, and funds
that support programs focused on the essentials of education,
financial stability, and health, United Way of York
County advances the common good and strengthens the
whole community. Thanks to the continued support of
many dedicated individuals, businesses, and organizations
throughout York County, this year the United Way is
investing in 56 community programs that serve children,
youth, adults, and families.
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"Thanks
to the generosity of many who support United Way's work throughout
the year, we are able to provide continued and much needed
support for essential human services across the region,"
noted United Way of York County President & CEO Barb Wentworth.
"These important programs support the best start for
our youngest citizens, provide healthy foods for children
and seniors, engage youth in meaningful service, and meet
basic needs, all critical components of our collective efforts
to build an even stronger York County."
About
United Way of York County
United Way of York County strengthens community conditions
by bringing people and resources together to effect long-lasting
changes that improve lives. Together we focus on important
issues that impact Education, Income, and Health, the building
blocks of a good quality life.
To
learn more about United Way of York County and be a part of
the change you want to see in the world, visit www.buildcommunity.org
or call 207-985-3359 to learn how you can Give, Advocate,
or Volunteer.
LVGS
Announces Tutor Training
January
31, 2017 - Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford (LVGS)
is pleased to announce a tutor training for new volunteer tutors.
Training sessions are free of charge.
The training prepares volunteers who want to tutor adults in
reading, writing, math or computing. It includes an online segment
to be completed independently and a required group session.
The group session will be held on Friday, March 3, 10:00 am
to 2:00 pm at the Literacy Volunteers office instead of Friday,
February 10. Pre-registration is required. For more information
or to register, please call the Literacy Volunteers office at
324-2486.
Trivia
Night Thanks
January
17, 2017 - On behalf of Literacy Volunteers of Greater
Sanford, thank you very much to everyone who took part in and
supported our Eighth Annual Trivia Night at the Town Club event
on Friday, January 13! We had a great turnout of 110 people
playing on fifteen teams. Special thanks to Marcel Blouin for
being our emcee, Gina and her team at Above and Beyond Catering
for great food and hospitality, all the donors to the raffle
and live auction, and everyone who played the trivia game with
great spirit and bought raffle tickets and bid on auction items.
The event was generously sponsored by the Altrusa Club of Sanford-Springvale,
the Sanford Lions Club, Creteau's Studio, Kennebunk Savings,
Moody's Collision Centers, Rotary Club of Sanford-Springvale,
and SIS Bank. Thank you one and all for helping us raise funds
for our programs!
Congratulations
to the winning team, "The Numbskulls": Tracy Goodwin,
Melanie Taylor, Beth Robie, Glenn Robie, Andrew Phillips and
Jen Phillips.
We
are extremely grateful for strong community support. Please
mark your calendars and join us for next year's Trivia Night
on Friday, January 12, 2018.
LVGS
Announces Fall Tutor Training
November
1 , 2016 - Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford (LVGS)
is pleased to announce a tutor training for new volunteer
tutors. Training sessions are free of charge.
The
training prepares volunteers who want to tutor adults in reading,
writing, math or computing. It includes an online segment
to be completed independently and a required group session.
The group session will be held on Saturday, November 19, 10:00
am to 2:00 pm at the Literacy Volunteers office. Pre-registration
is required. For more information or to register, please call
the Literacy Volunteers office at 324-2486.
LVGS
Honors Students, Tutors and Volunteers
June
21, 2016 (article from Fosters.com) - Nancy Drew has
a new fan.
Nicole
Milo is now reading at a sixth-grade level, thanks to
her own hard work and determination and to the services
provided by Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford. LVGS
honored Milo with its Student Achievement Award during
the organization's annual dinner at the Sanford Town Club
on June 2, and that's when Milo revealed to everyone that
Drew, the famous young detective with generations of avid
followers, is her favorite book character.
At the dinner, LVGS also honored Sean Hill and Donna Benson
as the Student-Tutor Pair of the Year. Benson began tutoring
Hill in February of 2015 when he began a new career and
wanted to be able to read to his children and help them
with their school work. Hill, a welder, has been persistent
in his journey toward literacy and is enjoying such books
as Louis Sachar's "Holes." He stays sharp by
reading for 10 to 15 minutes before work every morning.
LVGS also honored Alicia Shorthill, the recipient of last
year's Denis Forest Tutor Award. Shorthill could not attend
last year's dinner and so spoke at the one earlier this
month, telling those gathered that she was "humbled
and deeply touched" to receive an award named after
a tutor who in his lifetime gave so much to the local
cause of literacy.
Sanford Parks and Recreation Director Marcel Blouin received
the organization's Literacy Partner Award. Blouin, a local
Kiwanian, has emceed the organization's annual Trivia
Night at the Town Club for the past several years.
"It really has been a treat to do that," Blouin
told everyone at the dinner. "It's a pleasure working
with the literacy program, and I welcome more opportunities
to do that."
Mayor Tom Cote served as the evening's guest speaker.
Cote compared the LVGS students' progress and achievements
with the recent strides made in the City of Sanford. He
mentioned the groundbreaking of the new high school in
South Sanford and efforts to build a Broadband network
and a major solar array in the community as examples.
"Often, just taking that first step on a long road
is half the battle," he told the students in the
audience. Cote also encouraged the LVGS students to act
with urgency, to be courageous and willing to take risks,
to seek the help of others, to stay positive and to celebrate
their successes.
"Believe in yourself and in your mission and everything
else will sort itself out over time," he said. Also
at the dinner, LVGS Executive Director Ingrid Baily thanked
everyone for their support.
At LVGS President Geoff Titherington's invitation, guest
John Tanguay led the nomination process for the organization's
board of directors for the coming year. All nominees were
approved. The board for the coming year will include Titherington
as president; John Rivard as vice president; Ellen Pouravelis
as treasurer; Jeanne Mahoney as secretary; and Jean Brennan,
Claire Creteau, Arthur Dumas, Deborah Godin and Shawn
Sullivan as members.
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Sanford
Mayor Tom Cote to be Guest Speaker at LVGS Annual Student Recognition
Dinner
May
5, 2016 - Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford (LVGS)
is pleased to announce that Tom Cote, Mayor of the City of Sanford,
will be the guest speaker at their Annual Student Recognition
Dinner on Thursday, June 2, 2016 at 5:00 pm at the Town Club
in Sanford. The event is open to the public and we welcome newcomers.
The
event includes recognition of students and tutors including
several awards, a delicious dinner and the chance to be inspired
by the courage and achievements of adult literacy students.
Tickets to the dinner are $15 per person. For reservations,
please call the office at 324-2486 by Tuesday, May 24.
LVGS
Announces Annual Student Recognition Dinner
Literacy
Volunteers of Greater Sanford (LVGS) is pleased to announce
that its Annual Student Recognition Dinner will be held on Thursday,
June 2, 2016 at 5:00 pm at the Town Club in Sanford, with
catering by Above and Beyond. The event is open to the public
and we welcome newcomers.
The
event includes recognition of students and tutors including
several awards, a delicious dinner and the chance to be inspired
by the courage and achievements of adult literacy students.
Tickets to the dinner are $15 per person. For reservations,
please call the office at 324-2486 by Tuesday, May 24.
Learn
More
LVGS
Announces Spring Tutor Training
March
29, 2016 - Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford (LVGS)
is pleased to announce a tutor training for new volunteer tutors.
Training sessions are free of charge. The training prepares
volunteers who want to tutor adults in reading, writing, math
or computing. It includes an online segment to be completed
independently and a required group session. The group session
will be held on Friday, April 22, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
at the Literacy Volunteers office. Pre-registration is required.
For more information or to register, please call the Literacy
Volunteers office at 324-2486.
Community
Supper at Robert's Maine Grill
February
20, 2016 -Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford (LVGS)
is delighted to announce that it has received a donation
of $515 from the Law Offices of Joe Bornstein. This generous
contribution is given by the employees in honor of founder
Joe Bornstein, who has a particular interest in supporting
literacy. "My wife and I were very touched when our
staff made a donation on our behalf." said Attorney
Bornstein. "We see firsthand the difficulties Mainers
have. My wife and I strive to give back to the communities
throughout Maine in which our employees live and work
by supporting literacy and disability rights organizations.
We thank the Literacy Volunteers for their wonderful efforts
on behalf of Mainers in the Sanford area. Our law firm
has been honored to represent hundreds of clients at our
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The
law firm has a statewide practice with sixty-five legal professionals
and six offices, including Sanford, and has proudly represented
over 23,000 Mainers in their personal injury and disability
claims since 1974.
LVGS
is very grateful for this donation to its annual appeal, which
will go toward its mission of supporting adults' learning
needs with free, one-on-one tutoring by trained adult volunteers.
LVGS
Receives United Way of York County 2016 Community Investment
January
28, 2016 -Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford (LVGS)
today announced that it has been awarded a one-year grant from
United Way of York County totaling $15,500. This investment
will support building adult literacy in the community.
The
mission of LVGS is supporting the literacy needs of adults
with free, confidential one-on-one tutoring by trained adult
volunteers. LVGS helps adults improve their literacy levels
and change their lives. Whether the goal is to fill out a
job application, learn to use a computer, read a label on
a prescription bottle or study for a high school equivalency
test, LVGS offers opportunities for adult learners to improve
their literacy skills and achieve their goals relating to
family, career, and participation in civic affairs.
Through
the mobilization of resources, expertise, and funds that support
programs focused on the essentials of education, financial
stability, and health, United Way of York County advances
the common good and strengthens the whole community. Thanks
to the continued support of many dedicated individuals, businesses,
and organizations throughout York County, this year the United
Way is investing in 63 community programs that serve children,
youth, adults, and families.
"Thanks
to the generosity of many who support United Way's work throughout
the year, we are able to provide continued and much needed
support for essential human services across the region,"
noted United Way of York County President & CEO Barb Wentworth.
"These important programs support the best start for
our youngest citizens, provide healthy foods for children
and seniors, engage youth in meaningful service, and meet
basic needs, all critical components of our collective efforts
to build an even stronger York County."
About
United Way of York County
United Way of York County strengthens community conditions
by bringing people and resources together to effect long-lasting
changes that improve lives. Together we focus on important
issues that impact Education, Income, and Health, the building
blocks of a good quality life.
To
learn more about United Way of York County and be a part of
the change you want to see in the world, visit www.buildcommunity.org
or call 207-985-3359 to learn how you can Give, Advocate,
or Volunteer.
Community
Supper at Robert's Maine Grill
January
28, 2016 -Robert's Maine Grill will host a "Community
Supper" on Tuesday, February 16th & February
23rd to help support Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford.
The
mission of Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford is
to support the literacy needs of adults with free one-on-one
tutoring by trained adult volunteers in reading, writing,
math, computing and English language learning. We serve
greater Sanford as well as Kittery, Eliot and South
Berwick by partnering with adult education programs
there.
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On
Tuesday and Wednesday night from September to June Robert's
Maine Grill, located on 326 Route 1, Kittery Maine offers
a "Community Supper" starting at 4PM. The Community
Supper is a $14 - 3 course menu in the spirit of Robert's
style: Maine Comfort Food with an updated twist. Robert's
regular dinner menu is also available. Robert's donates a
portion of the evening's proceeds to a designated local non-profit,
which will be Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford on Tuesday,
February 16th & February 23rd.
Upcoming
Community Supper menus are posted at www.robertsmainegrill.com.
Reservations are recommended and can be made by calling 207-439-0300.
Trivia
Night Thanks
January
21, 2016 - On behalf of Literacy Volunteers of Greater
Sanford, thank you very much to everyone who took part
in and supported our Seventh Annual Trivia Night at the
Town Club event on Friday, January 15! We had a great
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Special thanks to Marcel Blouin for being our emcee,
Gina and her team at Above and Beyond Catering for great
food and hospitality, all of the donors to the raffle
and live auction, and everyone who played the trivia
game with great spirit and bought raffle tickets and
bid on auction items. The event was generously sponsored
by the Altrusa Club of Sanford-Springvale, Creteau's
Studio, Kennebunk Savings, Moody's Collision Centers,
Rotary Club of Sanford-Springvale, SIS Bank, and YRL
Group. Thank you one and all for helping us raise funds
for our programs!
Congratulations
to the winning team from Kennebunk Savings: Adam Mumm,
Jodi Browning, Mike Moloney, John DeRosie, Lynette Tozier,
Amy Esonis, Colleen Feeney, and Deborah Godin. They
got to wear the Viking hat!
Literacy
Volunteers offers free, confidential tutoring to adults
so they can improve their literacy skills and change
their lives. We are extremely grateful for strong community
support of our mission. Please mark your calendars and
join us for next year's Trivia Night on Friday, January
13, 2017.
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Join
Us for Trivia Night at the Town Club!
November
3, 2015 - Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford (LVGS)
is pleased to announce their Seventh Annual Trivia Night event
on Friday, January 15, 2016.
Trivia
Night at the Town Club, a fundraiser for LVGS programs, includes
team competition on trivia questions and delicious appetizers.
Trivia
categories include geography, science, current events, literature,
food, and television. A raffle and a live auction will also
be held. We are seeking sponsors as well as donated items
for the raffle and auction.
Tickets
are $20 per person including appetizers. Teams need 4 to 8
people. If you don't have 4 people, please call us and we
will match you with others for a team.
The
doors open at 6 p.m. and the Trivia Game is 7 - 9 p.m.
Please join us for a fun evening of competition and entertainment
hosted by emcee Marcel Blouin!
FMI,
please call the Literacy Volunteers office at 324-2486. The
deadline is December 7, but please sign up early as space
is limited! Download
Flyer
LVGS
Receives Donation from The Fabulous Find Resale Boutique
October
29, 2015 - Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford
(LVGS) is delighted to announce that it has received a
generous donation for its programs from The Fabulous Find
Resale Boutique in Kittery.
The
Fabulous Find, a 501c3 non-profit organization, is a
resale boutique that partners with different worthy,
local non-profit organizations each month. All profits
are donated to the organizations selected by their board
for that particular month.
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Their
overhead is low, and the more sales they do, the bigger
the check awarded at the end of the month. In order
to operate the shop and make this community giving effort
possible, volunteers log hundreds of hours each year.
Since opening in mid-July of 2010, The Fabulous Find
has given out over $500,000 in donations to more than
40 non-profit organizations in York County and the Seacoast
area.
To
learn more about The Fabulous Find, see their website
at www.fabulousfind.org
or call them at 439-8669. Please "like" them
on facebook. They are located at 139 State Road in Kittery
(Route One).
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SIS
Bank Donates to LVGS through "Touchdowns for Good"
September
21, 2015 - Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford (LVGS)
is happy to announce that SIS Bank has selected our program
as the recipient of the "Touchdowns for Good" program
in October. During the month of October, every time Tom Brady
(or any other Patriots Quarterback) makes a pass that becomes
a touchdown, SIS will donate $50 to LVGS. SIS is partnering
with WBLM-FM on this program. Go Pats!
LVGS
Receives Donation from Kennebunk Savings
August
25, 2015 - Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford
(LVGS) is happy to announce receiving a donation of $335
from the Kennebunk Savings Community Promise Customer
Ballot program.
Photo:
(L to R) Shawn Sullivan, LVGS Board member, Ingrid Baily,
LVGS Executive Director, and Sherry Simonds, Vice President,
Kennebunk Savings.
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Donate
and shop at The Fabulous Find in September to benefit Literacy
Volunteers of Greater Sanford!
August
20, 2015 - Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford (LVGS)
is delighted to announce that it has been selected as a recipient
of a donation from The Fabulous Find Resale Boutique in Kittery
for the month of September.
The
Fabulous Find, a 501c3 non-profit organization, is a boutique-style
resale shop that partners with different worthy, local non-profit
organizations each month. All profits are donated to the organizations
selected by their board of directors for that particular month.
Their overhead is low, and the more sales they do, the bigger
the check awarded will be at the end of the month. In order
to make this community giving effort possible, volunteers
log hundreds of hours each year. Since opening in July 2010,
The Fabulous Find has given out over $600,000 in donations
to more than 40 non-profit organizations in York County and
the Seacoast area.
To
learn more about The Fabulous Find, see their website at www.thefabulousfind.org
or call 439-8669. Please like them on Facebook.
The shop is located at 139 State Road in Kittery and is open
Monday-Saturday 9:30-5:30 and Sunday 11-4. They carry gently
worn clothing, jewelry and home accessories.
Please
join us for a reception at The Fabulous Find on Thursday,
September 10th, 5:30-7:30 pm, and donate items and shop during
the month of September.
View
the Fabulous Find Flyer Here | View
the Reception Invitation Flyer Here
Taste
of Summer Success!
July
8, 2015 -On behalf of the Y Trafton Center and Literacy
Volunteers of Greater Sanford, THANK YOU to everyone who took
part in the "Taste of Summer" event on July 1! What
a great event, with over 100 people attending to enjoy a huge
selection of delicious food. With your support, we raised about
$2,400 for our programs. We want to thank the following generous
restaurants, farms and businesses: Above & Beyond Catering,
Atria Senior Living, Back Street Grill, Bear'z Gourmet, Bite
Me Hot Dog Eatery/Lick Me Ice Cream, Dirty Dozen, Fi Wood Restaurant,
Heidi's Heavenly Pot Pies, Keepin' It Local Country Store, McDougal
Orchards, Mill 67 Restaurant, Nature's Acres Farm, Papa's Place,
Round Abouts Grill, Smokin' Smoothie, Take 2 Dough Productions/Panebelle
GF Organic Dough, and Third Alarm Diner. Special thanks to Matthew
Boulerice at Windsor Construction for allowing us to hold the
event at the Goodall Mansion. The weather didn't cooperate for
that, but we'll plan another Taste of Summer event to kick off
the Fourth of July again next year--and we'll set a rain date,
so we can be sure to be on the grounds of Goodall Mansion, in
the heart of Sanford. We appreciate what a big heart Sanford
has, and we thank everyone again for taking part in the event,
switching to the Trafton Center when it rained too much, and
helping us raise much-needed funds for our programs. Bravo.
A
Taste of Summer
July
1, 2015 -A Taste of Summer is coming on Wednesday, July
1! Enjoy a variety of food from area restaurants while being
on the grounds of the historic Goodall Mansion in Sanford! Tickets
on sale now, $20 pp. Please click
here for more information and join us on July 1, 5:00-7:00
pm! Proceeds benefit the Y Trafton Senior Center and Literacy
Volunteers of Greater Sanford.
Video
Profile on LVGS Student
May
20, 2015 -LVGS is happy to announce that one of our students,
Bruce Couture, is profiled in a video created by Daniel Rosinsky-Larsson,
who did a project on adult literacy students as part of his
studies at the Salt Institute in Portland in spring 2015. The
video on Bruce can be found here:
https://vimeo.com/saltinstitute/review/127431721/a4f38f068e
LVGS
is very grateful to Bruce for sharing his story, and we hope
that his courage may encourage other people to come forward
and improve their literacy skills.
Literacy
Volunteers Announces Annual Student Recognition Dinner
March
26, 2015 -Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford (LVGS)
is pleased to announce that its Sixteenth Annual Student Recognition
Dinner will be held on Wednesday, May 13, 2015 at 5 pm at
the Town Club in Sanford, with catering by Above and Beyond.
The event is open to the public and we welcome newcomers.
The
event includes recognition of students and tutors including
several awards and speeches, a delicious dinner and the chance
to be inspired by the courage and achievements of adult literacy
students. Our guest speaker will be Rebecca Dyer, Vice President
of Programs at the Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy.
Tickets to the dinner are $15 per person. For reservations,
please call the office at 324-2486 by Monday, May 4. Download
Flyer Here for More Information
Literacy
Volunteers Announces Tutor Training
March
25, 2015 -Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford (LVGS)
is pleased to announce a tutor training for new volunteer
tutors. Training sessions are free of charge.
The training prepares volunteers who want to tutor adults
in reading, writing, math or computing. It includes an online
segment to be completed independently and a required group
session. The group session will be held on Friday, May 1,
10 am to 2 pm at the Literacy Volunteers office at 883 Main
Street, Suite 4 in Sanford. Pre-registration is required.
For more information or to register, please call the office
at 324-2486.
Literacy
Volunteers Receives Donation from Marc Motors
March
11, 2015 - Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford
(LVGS) is delighted to announce that it has received a
donation of $800 from Marc Motors' Community Spotlight
Program. Every month, Marc Motors donates $5 from every
oil change to a community nonprofit. Since 2010, they
have donated more than $20,000 to area nonprofit programs.
LVGS is very grateful for this donation, which will go
toward its mission of supporting adults' learning needs
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Ryan
Park, Marc Motors; Ingrid Baily, Literacy Volunteers;
Phil Royer, Service Manager, Marc Motors; Russ Nadeau,
Marc Motors; Geoff Titherington, Literacy Volunteers.
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Thank
You to our Trivia Night Sponsors and Donors
February
13, 2015 - Many thanks to our sponsors for Trivia Night
2015 as well as our raffle and auction donors. Read
Thank You Notice
Literacy
Volunteers Receives United Way Investment
February
13, 2015 - Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford (LVGS)
today announced that it has been awarded two one-year grants
from United Way of York County totaling $15,668. This investment
will support programs focusing on health and workplace literacy
and training volunteer tutors. Through the mobilization of resources,
expertise and funds that support programs focused on the essentials
of education, financial stability and health, United Way of
York County advances the common good and strengthens the whole
community.
The
mission of LVGS is supporting the literacy needs of adults
with free, confidential one-on-one tutoring by trained adult
volunteers. Founded in 1986, LVGS helps adults improve their
literacy levels and change their lives. Whether the goal is
to fill out a job application, learn to use a computer, read
a label on a prescription bottle or study for a high school
equivalency test, LVGS offers opportunities for adult learners
to improve their literacy skills and achieve their goals relating
to family, career, and participation in civic affairs.
Thanks
to the continued support of many dedicated individuals, businesses
and organizations throughout York County, this year, the United
Way is investing in 66 community programs serving children,
youth, adults and families.
"We
applaud the generosity of so many who support United Way's
work throughout the year," noted United Way of York County
President & CEO Barb Wentworth. "As a result, in
2015 we are able to provide continued and much needed support
for essential human services across the region. These important
services are a critical component of our collective efforts
to build an even stronger York County."
About
United Way of York County
United Way of York County strengthens community by bringing
people and resources together to effect long lasting changes
in community conditions that improve lives. Together we focus
on important issues that impact Education, Income and Health,
the building blocks of a good quality life.
To
learn more about United Way of York County and be a part of
the change you want to see in the world, visit www.buildcommunity.org
or call 207.985.3359 to learn how you can Give, Advocate or
Volunteer.
Trivia
Night Thanks
January
26, 2015 - On behalf of Literacy Volunteers of Greater
Sanford, thank you very much to everyone who took part in
and supported our Sixth Annual Trivia Night at the Town Club
event on Friday, January 16! What a terrific evening! Special
thanks to Marcel Blouin for being our emcee, Gina and her
team at Above and Beyond Catering for great food and hospitality,
all of the sponsors and donors to the raffle and live auction,
and everyone who played trivia with great spirit and helped
us raise funds for our programs. Bravo!
Congratulations
to the winning team from Evonik Cyro: Mike Mesick, Lisa and
Paul Bourret, Shawn and Kelly Marsh, and Kate Nicholson.
Literacy
Volunteers offers free, confidential tutoring to adults so
they can improve their literacy skills and change their lives.
We are extremely grateful for strong community support of
our mission. Please mark your calendars and join us for next
year's Trivia Night on Friday, January 15, 2016!
Ingrid Baily, Executive Director
Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford
Sanford
Recent
Donations for Trivia Night
SIS
Bank
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Kennebunk
Savings
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(L
to R) Linda Nadeau, Executive Administrative Assistant
at SIS Bank; Ingrid Baily, Executive Director of LVGS;
Jeanne Mahoney, Secretary of the Board of LVGS.
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(L
to R) Deborah Godin, LVGS Board of Directors member
and Wells Assistant Branch Manager; Ingrid Bailey, LVGS
Executive Director; Geoff Titherington, LVGS President
and Kennebunk Savings Trustee; Sherry Simonds, Sanford/Springvale
Market Manager.
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Join
us for Trivia Night at the Town Club!
Literacy
Volunteers of Greater Sanford (LVGS) is pleased to announce
their Sixth Annual Trivia Night event on Friday,
January 16, 2015. We are very grateful to Sanford-Springvale
Rotary Club and SIS Bank for sponsoring the event again this
year. We seeking more sponsors as well as donated items for
the raffle and auction.
Trivia Night at the Town Club, a fundraiser for LVGS programs,
includes team competition on trivia questions and delicious
appetizers. Trivia categories include geography, science, current
events, literature, food, and television. A raffle and a live
auction will also be held.
Tickets
are $20 per person including appetizers. Teams need 4 to 8
people. If you don't have 4 people, please call us and we
will match you with others for a team.
The
doors open at 6 p.m. and the Trivia Game is 7 - 9 p.m.
Please join us for a fun evening of competition and entertainment
hosted by emcee Marcel Blouin!
FMI,
please call the Literacy Volunteers office at 324-2486. The
deadline is December 8, but please sign up early as space
is limited! Download/Print
Brochure
LVGS
Receives Donation from Kennebunk Savings
October
21 , 2014 - Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford (LVGS)
is happy to announce that we are a top vote-getting nonprofit
organization in the Kennebunk Savings Customer Ballot program.
We are delighted to be selected as a deserving organization
by Kennebunk Savings customers, and are grateful to have received
a donation of $240.
LVGS
Announces Tutor Trainings
August
28, 2014 - Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford (LVGS)
is pleased to announce two tutor trainings for new volunteer
tutors in English for Speakers of Other Languages and Adult
Basic Education. Training sessions are free of charge and
are being offered at two partner locations in southern York
County.
The
training in English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
is for those who want to tutor adults who are learning English.
It includes two required group meetings, on Monday, September
22 and Monday, September 29, 9 am to 3 pm both days, at Kittery
Adult Education in Kittery. Registration is required. For
more information or to sign up for this training, please call
the Kittery Adult Education office at 439-5896.
The
training in Adult Basic Education (ABE) is for those who want
to tutor adults in reading, writing, math or computing. It
includes an online segment to be completed independently and
a required group session. The group session will be held on
Saturday, October 25, 10 am to 3 pm at Marshwood Adult Education
in South Berwick. For more information or to sign up for this
training, please call the Marshwood Adult Education Office
at 384-5703.
LVGS
Receives Narragansett Number One Foundation Funding
July
22, 2014 -Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford (LVGS)
is pleased to announce that it has been awarded a one-year
grant of $7,000 by the Narragansett Number One Foundation
of Buxton, Maine. LVGS is very grateful for this generous
investment, which will support an ongoing literacy project
with the York County Shelter Programs in Alfred.
The
grant will provide funds for LVGS to reach out to adult residents
of the York County Shelter Programs who may have literacy
needs to assist them with short-term and long-term goals,
including obtaining important documents, creating resumes,
assessing literacy levels, and improving literacy skills in
reading, writing, math and computing. The goal is to provide
opportunities for people to build self-esteem and become more
independent community members. Emphasis will be on services
for residents of the Emergency Shelter in Alfred.
LVGS
Celebrates Students' Growth, Courage Literacy Group also Honors
Tutors, Donors at Annual Dinner
June
26, 2014 -Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford (LVGS)
repeatedly showed evidence of that fact when the organization
honored its students and tutors during its annual dinner at
the Sanford Town Club on Wednesday, June 18. Read
the Full Article
LVGS
Celebrates Literacy
June
25, 2014 -Taking that first step is the toughest part.
Those adults who have done it say walking into the literacy
office and telling the folks you need help in reading, math
or computer skills just isn't easy! Read
the Full Article
Kennebunk
Savings Customer Ballot Season
May
3, 2014 -Kennebunk Savings customers, please watch your
mail for this year's ballot postcard and consider voting for
Literacy Volunteers of Sanford! More
Information
LVGS Announces Annual Student Recognition Dinner
April
28, 2014 - Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford (LVGS)
is pleased to announce that its Fifteenth Annual Student Recognition
Dinner will be held on Wednesday, June 18, 2014 at 5 pm at
the Town Club in Sanford, with catering by Above and Beyond.
The event is open to the public and we welcome newcomers.
The event includes recognition of students and tutors including
several awards and speeches, a delicious dinner and the chance
to be inspired by the courage and achievements of adult literacy
students. The Cedar Mountain Bluegrass Band will provide musical
entertainment.
LVGS
supports the literacy needs of adults with free, confidential
one-on-one tutoring by trained adult volunteers. Founded in
1986, LVGS helps adults improve their literacy levels and
change their lives. We are grateful to have strong community
support and to be a United Way of York County partner.
Tickets
to the dinner are $15 per person. For reservations, please
call the office at 324-2486 by Monday, June 9.
LVGS
Receives United Way of York County Grants
April
8, 2014 - Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford (LVGS)
today announced that it has been awarded two one-year grants
by United Way of York County totaling $16,050. This investment
will support programs focusing on health and workplace literacy
and training volunteer tutors, and will have an impact on
lifelong learning.
Through
the mobilization of resources, expertise and funds that support
programs focused on the essentials of education, financial
stability and health, United Way of York County advances the
common good and strengthens the whole community.
The
mission of LVGS is supporting the literacy needs of adults
with free, confidential one-on-one tutoring by trained adult
volunteers. Founded in 1986, LVGS helps adults improve their
literacy levels and change their lives. Whether the goal is
to fill out a job application, learn to use a computer, read
a label on a prescription bottle or study for a high school
equivalency test, LVGS offers opportunities for adult learners
to improve their literacy skills and achieve their goals relating
to family, career, and participation in civic affairs.
Thanks
to the continued support of many dedicated individuals, businesses
and organizations throughout York County, this year the United
Way is investing in 65 community programs serving children,
youth, adults and families.
"We
applaud the generosity of so many who support United Way's
work throughout the year," noted United Way of York County
President & CEO Barb Wentworth. "As a result, in
2014 we are able to provide continued and much needed support
for essential human services across the region. These important
services are a critical component of our collective efforts
to build an even stronger York County."
LVGS
Announces Tutor Training
March
12, 2014 - Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford (LVGS)
is pleased to announce a tutor training for new volunteer
tutors in Adult Basic Education. Training sessions are free
of charge.
The
training includes an online segment, which may be completed
independently or with support, and a session where everyone
will meet together. The first session is for those who want
support for the online component and will be held on Monday,
April 7, from 10:00 am to 3:00 p.m. The second, required group
session will be held on Monday, April 14, 10:00 am to 3:00
pm.
Both
sessions will be held at the LVGS Office at 883 Main Street
(in the Townhouse Mall), Suite 4, in Sanford.
Registration
is required. For more information or to sign up, please call
the LVGS office at 324-2486.
LVGS
supports the literacy needs of adults with free, confidential
one-on-one tutoring by trained adult volunteers.
Trivia
Night Thanks
January
28, 2014 - On behalf of Literacy Volunteers of Greater
Sanford, thank you very much to everyone who took part in
and supported our Fifth Annual Trivia Night at the Town Club
event on Friday, January 17. What a terrific evening! Special
thanks to Marcel Blouin for emceeing the event, Gina and her
team at Above and Beyond Catering for great appetizers and
hospitality, all of the sponsors and donors to the raffle
and live auction, and everyone who played on the teams! This
year we had the largest turnout yet, with 20 teams, and it
was a spirited competition. People have told me they had lots
of fun and learned new things and that's a great combination!
Congratulations
to the winning team, led by Frank Mahoney and including Jean
and Dennis Brennan, Suzanne Gagnon, Cori Arsenault, Marilyn
Stanley and Christine Aronson. Please mark your calendars
and join us for next year's Trivia Night on Friday, January
16, 2015!
Literacy
Volunteers offers free, confidential tutoring to adults so
they can improve their literacy skills and change their lives.
We are tremendously grateful for strong community support
of our mission.
LVGS
Receives Donation from SIS Bank
January
14, 2014 - Linda Nadeau of SIS Bank presents a donation
of an Italian Dinner themed gift basket to be raffled
off at the annual Town Club Trivia Challenge fundraiser
held on January 17th by the Literacy Volunteers of Greater
Sanford (LVGS). The event included team competition on
trivia questions, a raffle, live auction, delicious appetizers
and a lot of fun. |
Left
to Right: Ingrid Baily, Executive Director of Literacy
Volunteers of Greater Sanford; Linda Nadeau of SIS Bank;
and Jeanne Mahoney, Board Member of Literacy Volunteers
of Greater Sanford.
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LVGS
Announces Tutor Training
January
13, 2014 - Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford (LVGS)
is pleased to announce a tutor training for new volunteer tutors
in Adult Basic Education. Training sessions are free of charge.
The
training includes an online segment, which may be completed
independently or with support, and a session where everyone
will meet together. The first session is for those who want
support for the online component and will be held on Monday,
February 3, from 10:00 am to 3:00 p.m. The second, required
group session will be held on Monday, February 10, 10:00 am
to 3:00 pm.
Both
sessions will be held at the LVGS Office at 883 Main Street
(in the Townhouse Mall), Suite 4, in Sanford.
Registration
is required. For more information or to sign up, please call
the LVGS office at 324-2486.
LVGS
supports the literacy needs of adults with free, confidential
one-on-one tutoring by trained adult volunteers.
Sanford
Springvale Rotary and SIS Bank to Sponsor LVGS Trivia Night
at the Town Club
November
12, 2013 - Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford (LVGS)
is pleased to announce their Fifth Annual Trivia Night at
the Town Club on Friday, January 17, 2014. We are very grateful
to Sanford-Springvale Rotary Club and SIS Bank for sponsoring
the event again this year.
This
lively event, which is a fundraiser for LVGS programs, takes
place at the Town Club in the Sanford Trust Building and includes
team competition on trivia questions and delicious appetizers.
Trivia categories include geography, science, current events,
literature, food, and television. A raffle and a live auction
will also be held.
Tickets
are $20 per person including appetizers. Teams need 4 to 8
people. If you don't have 4 people, please call us and we
will match you with others for a team.
The
doors open at 6 p.m. and the Trivia Game is 7 - 9 p.m.
Please join us for a fun evening of competition and entertainment
hosted by emcee Marcel Blouin and catered by Above and Beyond!
To
register for Trivia Night, please call the Literacy Volunteers
office at 324-2486 or email lvgs@metrocast.net.
LVGS Receives Donation from The Fabulous Find Thrift Shop
August
15, 2013 - Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford
(LVGS) is delighted to announce that it has received a
grant of $3,494.34 for its programs from The Fabulous
Find Thrift Shop in Kittery. "We are so grateful
for this very generous donation, which will support our
tutoring programs at the learning center and the Southern
Maine Reentry Center in Alfred, assisting women inmates
to pursue educational goals," said Executive Director
Ingrid Baily.
The Fabulous Find Thrift Shop, a 501c3 non-profit organization,
is a boutique style thrift shop that partners with different
worthy, local non-profit organizations each month. All
profits are donated to the organizations selected by their
board for that particular month. Their overhead is low,
and the more sales they do, the bigger the check awarded
will be at the end of the month. In order to operate the
shop and make this community giving effort possible, volunteers
log hundreds of hours each year. |
Receiving
a check from the Fabulous Find Thrift
Shop on behalf of Literacy Volunteers:
Student
Bruce Couture; Tutor Marcel Gagnon;
Executive Director Ingrid Baily; Board President
Geoff Titherington; Rachel Titherington.
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Since opening in mid-July of 2010, The Fabulous Find has given
out over $300,000 in donations to more than 40 non-profit organizations
in York County and the Seacoast area.
To
learn more about The Fabulous Find, see their website at www.fabulousfind.org
or call them at 439-8669. Please "like" them on facebook.
The web address is http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/The-Fabulous-Find/147271591957067.
The shop recently moved to a larger space at 139 State Road
in Kittery (Route One), and is open Monday-Saturday 9:30 am-5:30
pm and Sunday 11 am-4 pm.
LVGS
Selected as Recipient of Donation from The Fabulous Find Thrift
Shop
June
26, 2013 - Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford (LVGS)
is delighted to announce that it has been selected as one of
the recipients of profits from The Fabulous Find Thrift Shop
in Kittery for the month of July. It will share the July profits
with Ogunquit Arts Collaborative and Footprints Food Pantry.
The
Fabulous Find Thrift Shop, a 501c3 non-profit organization,
is a boutique style resale shop that partners with different
worthy, local non-profit organizations each month. All profits
are donated to the organizations selected by their board for
that particular month. Their overhead is low, and the more
sales they do, the bigger the check awarded will be at the
end of the month. In order to operate the shop and make this
community giving effort possible, volunteers log hundreds
of hours each year. Since opening in mid-July of 2010, The
Fabulous Find has given out over $300,000 in donations to
more than 40 non-profit organizations in York County and the
Seacoast area.
To
learn more about The Fabulous Find, see their website at www.fabulousfind.org
or call them at 439-8669. Please "like" them on
facebook. The web address is https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Fabulous-Find/147271591957067.
The shop recently moved to a larger space at 139 State Road
in Kittery (Route One), and is open Monday-Saturday 9:30-5:30
and Sunday 11-4. (view
their flyer here)
Please
join us for a reception at The Fabulous Find on Thursday,
July 11th, 5:30-7:00 pm, and donate items and shop during
the month of July! (view
the invitation flyer here)
The
mission of LVGS is supporting the literacy needs of adults
with free, confidential one-on-one tutoring by trained adult
volunteers. For more than twenty-five years, we have helped
people improve their literacy levels and change their lives.
Whether the goal is to prepare for the GED exam, understand
a label on a prescription bottle, or read a bedtime story
to a child, LVGS offers opportunities for adult learners to
improve their literacy skills and achieve their goals relating
to family, career, and community involvement. LVGS is grateful
to have strong community support including from the United
Way of York County.
LVGS
Receives Narragansett Number One Foundation Funding
June
26 , 2013 - Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford (LVGS)
is delighted to announce that it has been awarded a one-year
grant of $7,000 by the Narragansett Number One Foundation
of Buxton, Maine. LVGS is very grateful for this generous
investment, which will support an ongoing literacy project
with the York County Shelter Programs in Alfred.
The
grant will provide funds for LVGS to reach out to adult residents
of the York County Shelter Programs who may have literacy
needs to assist them with short-term and long-term goals,
including obtaining important documents, creating resumes,
assessing literacy levels, and improving literacy skills in
reading, writing, math and computing. The goal is to provide
opportunities for people to build self-esteem and become more
independent community members. Emphasis will be on services
for residents of the Emergency Shelter in Alfred.
LVGS
to Unlock the Secrets of "Hugo"
June
26 , 2013 - Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford is
delighted to announce that Books and Blockbusters, their book-and-movie
club, will meet again this summer to watch the movie "Hugo,"
directed by Martin Scorcese, and read the corresponding, award-winning
book by Brian Selznick, "The Invention of Hugo Cabret."
Please
join us on Wednesday, July 10th at 3:15 pm for the first meeting
on this book-movie combination. We meet at the learning center
at 883 Main Street Suite 4 in Sanford. Refreshments will be
served.
Books
and Blockbusters meets to watch movies and read the corresponding
books and is open to the public, ages 18 and above. We seek
new club members, especially adults who are new readers and
who enjoy reading in a group with others of varied reading
levels. We are grateful to Sanford Springvale Rotary for supporting
this creative, fun program, which is offered free of charge.
Registration
is required for Books and Blockbusters and other Literacy
Volunteers programs. To request more information or to register,
please call the office at 324-2486.
Changing
Lives Through the Written Word
May
30, 2013 - Students, tutors and a local reporter were
the stars of the evening when Literacy Volunteers of Greater
Sanford held its annual dinner at the Sanford Town Club on
Wednesday, May 22.
Were
here tonight to celebrate how our programs changes our students
lives, LVGS Executive Director Ingrid Baily announced
to more than 85 guests at the start of the evening.
LVGS
President Geoff Titherington, his fellow board members and
literacy volunteers presented several awards throughout the
event that highlighted student achievement and the efforts
of others to promote reading and other skills throughout the
community.
LVGS
Vice President John Rivard presented the organizations
Special Service Award to board member Jeanne Mahoney, whose
commitment he praised as unwavering. Read
the Full Article Here
SIS
Donates iPad to Literacy Group
May
9, 2013 - Sanford Institution for Savings (SIS) recently
donated an iPad to Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford
(LVGS).This generous gift will support our mission
of meeting the literacy needs of children and adults,
LVGS Executive Director Ingrid Baily said. When
our clients can improve their reading and writing skills
while also becoming more comfortable with tablet technology,
its a win-win. SIS is really helping us make a difference.LVGS,
a 501c(3) nonprofit, uses one-on-one tutoring and small-group
instruction to help adults reading below the ninth-grade
level improve literacy and therefore quality of life,
career opportunities, and more.The Literacy Volunteers
of Greater Sanford is a wonderful organization, and we
hope that this donation helps improve lives now and in
the future, SIS President and CEO Mark Mickeriz
said. |
LVGS
Executive Director Ingrid Baily, right,
accepts an iPad donation from SIS Bank
President and CEO Mark Mickeriz at SIS headquarters
in Sanford.
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LVGS
Receives United Way of York County Grants
April
15, 2013 - Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford (LVGS)
today announced that it has been awarded two one-year grants
by United Way of York County totaling $15,870. This investment
will support programs focusing on health and workplace literacy
and training volunteer tutors, and will have an impact on lifelong
learning.
Through
the mobilization of resources, expertise and funds that support
programs focused on education, income and health -- the building
blocks of a good life -- United Way of York County advances
the common good and strengthens the whole community.
The
mission of LVGS is supporting the literacy needs of adults
with free, confidential one-on-one tutoring by trained adult
volunteers. Founded in 1986, LVGS helps adults improve their
literacy levels and change their lives. Whether the goal is
to fill out a job application, learn to use a computer, read
a label on a prescription bottle or obtain a GED, LVGS offers
opportunities for adult learners to improve their literacy
skills and achieve their goals relating to family, career,
and participation in civic affairs.
Thanks
to the continued support of many dedicated individuals, businesses
and organizations throughout York County, this year the United
Way is investing in 67 community programs serving children,
youth, adults and families.
"Despite
continuing economic uncertainty in 2012, local people gave
generously to our United Way campaign," said United Way
of York County President and CEO Kathryn Davis. "As a
result, in 2013 we are able to provide continued and much
needed support for essential human services across the region."
If
you would like to learn more about Literacy Volunteers, please
call the office at 324-2486 or email us at lvgsanford@gmail.com.
Established
in 1986, United Way of York County works to advance the common
good of everyone in York County by focusing on the unique
characteristics of our community and by strengthening programs
focused on Education, Income and Health. By galvanizing individuals
and organizations to act while mobilizing resources, expertise
and funding, United Way of York County creates opportunities
for residents through lifelong learning, financial stability
and healthy foundations for life.
To
learn more about United Way of York County and be a part of
the change you want to see in your community, we invite you
to visit www.buildcommunity.org
or call 985-3359 to learn how you can Give, Advocate or Volunteer.
Kennebunk
Savings Customer Ballot
March
27 , 2013 - Are you a customer of Kennebunk Savings? Their
annual Customer Ballot is underway! Last year, customer votes
for LVGS in this generous program brought us a donation of
$190.00 for our programs. We would appreciate your vote!
Kennebunk Savings has mailed ballots to their customers. You
can vote online by going to www.kennebunksavings.com/ballot
or drop off your ballot at bank offices or mail them in using
an envelope and stamp.
Thank you!
Annual
Student Recognition Dinner
March
26 , 2013 - Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford (LVGS)
is pleased to announce that its Fourteenth Annual Student
Recognition Dinner will be held on Wednesday, May 22, 2013
at 5 pm at the Town Club in Sanford, with catering by Above
and Beyond. The event is open to the public and we welcome
newcomers.
The
event includes recognition of students and tutors including
several awards and speeches, a delicious dinner and the chance
to be inspired by the courage and achievements of adult literacy
students.
LVGS
supports the literacy needs of adults with free, confidential
one-on-one tutoring by trained adult volunteers. Founded in
1986, LVGS helps adults improve their literacy levels and
change their lives. We are grateful to have strong community
support and to be a United Way of York County partner.
Tickets
to the dinner are $15 per person. For reservations, please
call the office at 324-2486 by Wednesday, May 8.
View the flyer here.
New
Tutoring Program
March
13 , 2013 - Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford (LVGS)
and Southern Maine Reentry Center (SMRC) are pleased to announce
a new tutoring program. Through this partnership, LVGS volunteers
are offering one-on-one tutoring to interested women residents
at SMRC.
SMRC
is a low-security women's facility of the Maine Department
of Corrections that is located on the grounds of the York
County Jail in Alfred. The residents are currently incarcerated
and will be released within one to two years. Many women are
working in the community now and are very hopeful to pursue
their education and learning. Tutoring by LVGS volunteers
is offered in reading, writing, math, and computing, and is
tailored to each student's goals, such as preparing to take
the GED test, improving literacy skills for the workplace,
helping children with homework, and other tasks of daily living.
Studies
show that literacy tutoring can play a critical role in helping
an incarcerated person prepare for community life successfully
and in reducing the chances that s/he will return to prison.
Literacy tutoring helps adults to improve their skills and
become more self-sufficient, increasing their ability to contribute
to society, gain employment and pay taxes.
LVGS
supports the literacy needs of adults with free, confidential
one-on-one tutoring and other programs by trained adult volunteers.
Founded in 1986, LVGS helps adults improve their literacy
levels and change their lives. We are grateful to have strong
community support and to be a United Way of York County partner.
For more information, please call the office at 324-2486.
Trivia
Night Thanks
February
11, 2013 - On behalf of Literacy Volunteers of Greater
Sanford, thank you very much to everyone who took part in
and supported our Fourth Annual Trivia Night at the Town Club
fundraiser on Friday, January 18! It was a terrific evening,
with a lively competition on trivia questions. Special thanks
to Marcel Blouin for emceeing the event including the live
auction, Gina and her team at Above and Beyond Catering for
great appetizers and hospitality, Helen at Get Fired Up for
our trophy, and all of the raffle and auction donors and supporters.
This year we had the largest turnout yet, with 110 people
playing on 16 teams. We are also very grateful to our three
sponsors: Sanford-Springvale Rotary Club, SIS Bank, and Kennebunk
Savings. With all of this support, Trivia Night net $3,100
to support our programs, 50% more than last year's event.
Congratulations
to the winning team, which was led by Celina and Art Dumas
and included Liz and Lyle Duell, Claudette and Howard Dupee,
and Deb and Alden Thayer. If you would like to challenge them
next year, pencil in this date for Trivia Night in 2014: Friday,
January 17th!
Literacy
Volunteers offers free, confidential tutoring to adults so
they can improve their literacy skills and change their lives.
We are so grateful for strong community support of our mission.
Ingrid
Baily, Executive Director
Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford
The
Beauty of LVGS
(Sanford
News - January 10, 2013) - I am a new recruit to Literacy
Volunteers. I attended the two day training program last summer
and was immediately teamed up with a young man seeking help
in obtaining his GED.
Before
the training sessions I imagined I'd be helping people learn
to read. Since I am passionate about reading, teaching others
just seemed like "the right thing to do." After
two days of training I realized reading is only a part, sometimes
a small part, of the Literacy Volunteers program. And my new
student soon convinced me that "literacy" covers
many areas of learning.
My
student -- whom I now call my friend -- is a bright twenty
year old who made some mistakes in high school and quit, missing
a couple of years of education. As he says, "I finally
got my head screwed on straight and figured I'd never get
anywhere if I don't get my GED." His biggest stumbling
block is not reading -- it's math. As we work our way through
fractions, decimals, averages and those tricky word problems,
I am impressed with his commitment and his desire to follow
through and reach his goal.
He
is a mechanic with about five years experience and he smiles
when I tell him that if he was trying to teach me what he
knows about fixing cars I would be a much poorer student than
he. I know he is appreciative of the opportunity Literacy
Volunteers makes possible and of the time we spend each week.
He may think that I bring more to our weekly sessions, but
he would be wrong -- and that, perhaps, is the beauty of Literacy
Volunteers, which brings together committed students and committed
volunteers who each come away from the experience with renewed
energy, skills and compassion. I wish I had volunteered years
ago.
David
Joy
Literacy
Volunteers of Greater Sanford Announces Sponsors for Trivia
Night at the Town Club
(Sanford,
ME - January 7, 2013) - Literacy Volunteers of Greater
Sanford (LVGS) is pleased to announce sponsorship support
for their upcoming fundraiser, Trivia Night at the Town
Club on Friday, January 18. Rotary Club of Sanford-Springvale
is a major sponsor and Sanford Institution for Savings
and Kennebunk Savings are sponsors.
Trivia
Night takes place at the Town Club in the Sanford Trust
Building and includes team competition on trivia questions
in categories including geography, science, current
events, literature, food, and television. Again this
year, we will have raffle items and a live auction including
tickets to a Boston Bruins game now that the NHL season
is on.
Tickets
are $20 per person including appetizers. Teams need
4 to 8 people. If you don't have 4 people, please call
us and we will match you with others for a team.
The
doors open at 6 p.m. and the Trivia Game is 7 - 9 p.m.
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Please
join us for a fun evening of competition and entertainment hosted
by emcee Marcel Blouin and catered by Above and Beyond!
To register for Trivia Night, please call the Literacy Volunteers
office at 324-2486 or email lvgs@metrocast.net.
View the Brochure
Here
LVGS
Board President Receives Award
December
5 , 2012 - United Way of York County, in partnership
with Kennebunk Savings, announced on Friday that Geoff
Titherington, owner of Bonanza Restaurant in Sanford,
has recently been awarded the 2012 York County Spirit
of Service Award for commitment to service and impact
in our community. Titherington serves as the board president
of Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford and donates
his time to a number of other local organizations. Read
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LVGS
Receives Donation from Kennebunk Savings
November
13, 2012 - Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford (LVGS)
is pleased to announce that it has received a $500 contribution
from Kennebunk Savings to support its Literacy Project with
the York County Shelter Programs in Alfred. LVGS is very grateful
for Kennebunk Savings' continued support of its programs.
Books
and Blockbusters
October
18, 2012 - The "Books and Blockbusters" Club
will present the family movie "Holes" on Tuesday,
October 30 at 6 p.m. at the Nasson Little Theatre in Springvale.
The movie is free and open to the public. For more information,
please call the Literacy Volunteers office at 324-2486.
Literacy
Volunteers of Greater Sanford Announces "Technology Tuesdays"
October
11, 2012 - Are you a techie? Would you like to be? Literacy
Volunteers of Greater Sanford is pleased to announce a new
service called Technology Tuesdays.
On
Tuesday, October 23rd and Tuesday, November 13th between 10
am and 2 pm, anyone wishing to learn more about technology
can drop in to the Literacy Volunteers office for an introduction
to such items as the Kindle, iphone, laptop, cell phone, or
personal computer. If you have a new technology item such
as a laptop or cell phone that you want help with, bring it
with you. This is an opportunity to learn more about "tech
gadgets" and meet others with similar interests.
To
request more information, please call the office at 324-2486.
Fall
2012 Tutor Trainings
October
5, 2012 - Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford (LVGS)
is pleased to announce two tutor trainings for new volunteer
tutors in Adult Basic Education. Training sessions are free
of charge.
Two
different trainings are scheduled. The first will be on Friday,
October 26 and Friday, November 2, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30
p.m. at the LVGS Office at 883 Main Street (the Townhouse
Mall), Suite 4, in Sanford. For more information or to sign
up, please call the LVGS office at 324-2486.
The
second training will be held partly online and partly face-to-face.
The face-to-face session will be held on Saturday, October
13 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm at Marshwood Adult and Community
Education, 260 Route 236, in South Berwick. Online work needs
to be completed before the October 13 meeting. For more information
or to sign up for this training, call Marshwood Adult Education
at 384-5703.
Literacy
Volunteers of Greater Sanford Announces "Books and Blockbusters"
will start on October 11 at Noon
September
25, 2012 - Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford has announced
that the "Books and Blockbusters" book and movie club
will meet for the first time on Thursday, October 11 at noon
at the LVGS Learning Center for a pizza lunch. Please join us
to help plan the club and pick up copies of the book "Holes"
by Louis Sachar. There is no fee, but registration is required.
To register or let us know you want to join but can not attend
on October 11, please call the office at 324-2486.
September
is National Literacy Month!
September
1, 2012 - In today's modern world, literacy includes the
ability to use a computer and understand digital information,
as well as skills in the traditional areas of reading, writing,
and math. For more on digital literacy, click
here.
Literacy
Volunteers of Greater Sanford Announces "Books and Blockbusters"
Sponsored by Sanford-Springvale Rotary
August
31 , 2012 - Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford is delighted
to announce a new book-and-movie club called "Books and
Blockbusters," sponsored by Sanford-Springvale Rotary Club.
The
new club, which will meet to watch movies and read the corresponding
books, is open to the public. The club will gather at the
Nasson Little Theatre.
"Books
and Blockbusters" will be a recurring program that will
involve other films and books later this winter and next spring.
We
are very grateful to Sanford Springvale Rotary for supporting
this creative, fun new program, which is offered free of charge.
LVGS
supports the literacy needs of adults with free, confidential
one-on-one tutoring, small group instruction and other programs
by trained adult volunteers. Founded in 1986, LVGS helps adults
improve their literacy levels and change their lives. We are
grateful to have strong community support and to be a United
Way of York County partner.
Registration
is required for "Books and Blockbusters" and other
Literacy Volunteers programs. To request more information
or to register, please call the office at 324-2486.
Please stay tuned for upcoming scheduled dates and times.
LVGS
is a top vote-getting nonprofit in the Kennebunk Savings
Customer Ballot
June
27, 2012 - LVGS is happy to announce that we are a
top vote-getting nonprofit in the Kennebunk Savings Customer
Ballot program. We appreciate the Community Promise pledge
by Kennebunk Savings to support community needs, being
selected as a deserving organization by customers, and
the donation of $190. Thank you very much for supporting
our programs!
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Kennebunk
Savings President & CEO Bradford Paige presenting
a check to LVGS Executive Director Ingrid Baily and
Learning Center Coordinator Jen Bargioni, July 2012.
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Literacy
Volunteers of Greater Sanford Recognizes
Students and Tutors at Annual Dinner
June
12, 2012 - At Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford's
Annual Student Recognition Dinner on May 23, eighty-five people
gathered at the Town Club in downtown Sanford for a celebration
of learning and the personal journeys that bring students
and tutors to our programs.
The
Student Achievement Award was given to Bernice Chadwick. Two
pairs of adults working together received Student-Tutor Pair
of the Year Award: Star Norton and Alicia Shortill, and Anita
Fortin and Helen Bower. Chadwick and Fortin spoke about their
experiences as students and expressed gratitude to their tutors,
family members and other important people in their lives who
have supported their goals of improving their literacy skills.
Chadwick advised anyone considering seeking assistance here
not to be afraid to walk in the door and to "do it for
yourself, not for someone else."
Other
awards and recognition at the event included: tutor and volunteer
Marcel Gagnon spoke about his work on a shared literacy project
with the York County Shelter Programs in Alfred, for which
he received the Community Outreach Award; Altrusa International's
Sanford-Springvale Club received the Literary Supporter Award;
Ellen Pouravelis received the Special Service Award, and a
new award was created to honor tutor and volunteer Linda B.
Gulnac.
We
are grateful for the work of all of the tutors and other volunteers
and for the wonderful welcome and catering provided by Above
and Beyond at the Town Club. Read
more here.
U.S.
Citizenship Success
May,
2012 - Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford is proud
to announce that recently two of our students have passed
the U.S. Citizenship exam! Both worked diligently for several
years with their tutors to learn material, including the history,
government and legal system of this country. Congratulations
to them both and thank you to their tutors!
Scrabble
Tournament Thanks
May,
2012 - On behalf of Literacy Volunteers of Greater Sanford,
thank you very much to the participants in our Scrabble tournament
on May 6 at the Trafton Senior Center. Ten teams of two people
competed with good spirit and raised $275 for our mission.
The winning team was the Brainiacs from Lewiston with more
than 200 points per game! We are grateful to the players,
pledge donors and Thea Murphy, Director of the Trafton Center,
for helping us revive this event. Stay tuned for next year's
Scrabble tournament!
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