Adult Literacy Resources and Activities April 2025
Discoveries: The Library at the Mall is closed from April 7 through May 2 for an expansion project.
Resource Page for Affected Federal Workers in AA County
A centralized hub for support information, including Workforce Development hiring events and information.
Community Resource Information on our Website
The Community Resources page on our website at icanread.org features an organized list of government and community resources available to residents of Anne Arundel County. It includes websites and phone numbers for government departments and services, library resources, education, employment, immigration, and food assistance.
The Community Resources page is available in Spanish.
En Español: Recursos comunitarios.
Anne Arundel County Food Pantry & Resource List
This resources page, published by the Anne Arundel County Food Bank and updated regularly, provides information on where to find free food and basic necessities throughout the county. Pantry locations, contact numbers, and hours are included. Visit the resources page to download a pantry map that lists food, baby, and senior pantries all over Anne Arundel County.
Anne Arundel County Office of Multicultural Affairs (OMA)
The OMA engages with multicultural communities in Anne Arundel County to connect, inform, and elevate the county’s diverse voices. It provides guidance on family preparedness for immigrant families.
Annapolis Immigration Justice Network
Connects Anne Arundel County residents to immigration legal counsel and related support services. aijnetwork.org
OIC of Anne Arundel County ESL Classes
Free virtual ESL classes at beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels. Call OIC’s partner, the Center of Help (Centro de Ayuda), at 410-295-3434 to enroll.
Language Exchange at Brooklyn Park Library
Wednesday, April 16, 6 – 7:30 pm.
https://www.aacpl.net/event/language-exchangeintercambio-de-idiomas-177436
AACPL Virtual Conversation Club — held online
(hosted by Maryland City at Russett Library)
Registration is required to receive the Zoom link. See each event link for registration details. Club is open to library patrons throughout Anne Arundel County.
Thursday, April 24, 6:30 – 7:30 pm
https://www.aacpl.net/event/english-conversation-club-virtual-178424
also schedule for Thursday, May 15, 6:30 – 7:30 pm
https://www.aacpl.net/event/english-conversation-club-virtual-178425
AACLC’s English Conversation Group in Eastport
tentatively scheduled for Monday, April 28, 5 pm – 7 pm
Seeds 4 Success office
The group is most suited to Spanish speakers, and space is limited to 15 people. The evening features a welcoming atmosphere, enjoyable conversation, games, and light refreshments. Literacy Council tutors or students should email Wendy if they plan to attend.
