Upcoming Events
Gas-Powered Lawnmower Maintenance & Repair Workshop
Want to save money on lawnmower maintenance and repair? Join us for this two-part workshop August 16 & 30!
Randy Drake of Randy’s Lawn Care will go over basic maintenance and repair you can easily do yourself. Want to start your own lawn care business? These tips will help you make your equipment last through many clients’ yard care jobs!
We’ll start in the meeting room to go over the basics in the manual then move outdoors for hands-on demos!
Ages 12 and up are welcome, and kids 12 and under are welcome with a guardian.
The workshop is limited to 15 people. Sign up to attend here!
All attendees will receive a free manual. Snacks and drinks provided.
Adult Learning Program Tutor Launch Session
As a Volunteer Tutor with Literacy Mid-South, you will play a critical role in empowering adults to gain the basic literacy and language skills necessary to live their best lives. Click here to learn more and sign up for an info session! (If you find this is for you the training will be Sept. 13.)
Adult Learning Program Tutor Launch Session
As a Volunteer Tutor with Literacy Mid-South, you will play a critical role in empowering adults to gain the basic literacy and language skills necessary to live their best lives. Click here to learn more and sign up for an info session! (If you find this is for you the training will be Sept. 13.)
Adult Learning Program Tutor Launch Session
As a Volunteer Tutor with Literacy Mid-South, you will play a critical role in empowering adults to gain the basic literacy and language skills necessary to live their best lives. Click here to learn more and sign up for an info session! (If you find this is for you the training will be Nov. 15.)
Adult Learning Program Tutor Launch Session
As a Volunteer Tutor with Literacy Mid-South, you will play a critical role in empowering adults to gain the basic literacy and language skills necessary to live their best lives. Click here to learn more and sign up for an info session! (If you find this is for you the training will be Nov. 15.)
Literatini 2025
Literatini returns to Novel Bookstore at Laurelwood Shopping Center on June 7, 2025! Get your tickets today!
Volunteer and Learner Celebration!
Calling all learners and tutors - join us at Art Bar to celebrate National Volunteer Week! Stop by anytime between 5:30–7 PM for drinks, snacks, and good company—our treat. It’s a small way to thank you for the time and effort you put into supporting our community. Sign up here to attend!
Adult Learning Program Tutor Launch Session
As a Volunteer Tutor with Literacy Mid-South, you will play a critical role in empowering adults to gain the basic literacy and language skills necessary to live their best lives. Click here to learn more and sign up for an info session! (If you find this is for you the training will be April 26.)
Adult Learning Program Tutor Launch Session
As a Volunteer Tutor with Literacy Mid-South, you will play a critical role in empowering adults to gain the basic literacy and language skills necessary to live their best lives. Click here to learn more and sign up for an info session! (If you find this is for you the training will be April 26.)
Adult Learning Program Tutor Launch Session
As a Volunteer Tutor with Literacy Mid-South, you will play a critical role in empowering adults to gain the basic literacy and language skills necessary to live their best lives. Click here to learn more and sign up for an info session! (If you find this is for you the training will be February 15.)
Adult Learning Program Tutor Launch Session
As a Volunteer Tutor with Literacy Mid-South, you will play a critical role in empowering adults to gain the basic literacy and language skills necessary to live their best lives. Click here to learn more and sign up for an info session! (If you find this is for you the training will be February 15.)
Adult Learning Program Tutor Launch Session *Virtual
As a Volunteer Tutor with Literacy Mid-South, you will play a critical role in empowering adults to gain the basic literacy and language skills necessary to live their best lives. Click here to learn more and sign up for an info session! (If you find this is for you the training will be February 15.)
Adult Learning Program Tutor Launch Session
As a Volunteer Tutor with Literacy Mid-South, you will play a critical role in empowering adults to gain the basic literacy and language skills necessary to live their best lives. Click here to learn more and sign up for an info session! (If you find this is for you the training will be November 9.)
Adult Learning Program Tutor Launch Session
As a Volunteer Tutor with Literacy Mid-South, you will play a critical role in empowering adults to gain the basic literacy and language skills necessary to live their best lives. Click here to learn more and sign up for an info session! (If you find this is for you the training will be November 9.)
Artspeak Exhibit Opening: Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month w/ Cazateatro
Stop by our Artspeak Gallery and celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, featuring new work from 3 local artists. We'll have snacks, drinks, and free Day of the Dead books, as well as a special reading from Cazateatro's Abuela Tomasa! This event is free and open to the public.
Featured Artists:
Fall Volunteer and Learner Meet-Up Series!
Join us for a series of meet-ups!
Sign up here to attend one or all events!
Tutors! 10/15, 530-630p
We'll revisit how a volunteer council can benefit the ALP, and how we can blend the volunteer council and learner council to have the most impact on advocating for adult literacy in Memphis.
Learners! 10/22, 530-630p
We'll chat about the learner council, and what is involved if you want to join. You'll meet other learners and see how you can support each other.
Everyone! 10/29, 530-630p
Meet other tutors and learners, ask questions, and get advice! You are our adult program! We want to hear how we can do better, what else we can do, and how you want to be involved. Curious about how to become a learner or volunteer? Join us and hear about current client and tutor experiences!
We'll have games and Halloween trick-or-treat, and dress up (if you want!) as your favorite book character for the 29th! Snacks and drinks will be provided at each meet-up. Meet us at our office, Playhouse on the Square, 4th floor!
Gas-Powered Lawnmower Maintenance & Repair Workshop
Want to save money on lawnmower maintenance and repair? Join us for this workshop! Randy Drake of Randy’s Lawn Care will go over basic maintenance and repair you can easily do yourself. Want to start your own lawn care business? These tips will help you make your equipment last through many clients’ yard care jobs!
Ages 13 and up are welcome, and kids 12 and under are welcome with a guardian.
The workshop is limited to 15 people. Sign up to attend here!
All attendees will receive a free manual. Snacks and drinks provided.
National Adult Education Honor Society Induction Celebration!
Join us to celebrate our new National Adult Education Honor Society members! We’re super excited to welcome our seven new members and the thirteen from last year who are still active clients and volunteers in our Adult Learner Council.
Lunch will be provided with a short induction ceremony beginning at 12pm.
Sign up to attend here!
Adult Learning Program Tutor Launch Session
As a Volunteer Tutor with Literacy Mid-South, you will play a critical role in empowering adults to gain the basic literacy and language skills necessary to live their best lives. Click here to learn more and sign up for an info session! (If you find this is for you the training will be September 7.)
Adult Learning Program Tutor Launch Session
As a Volunteer Tutor with Literacy Mid-South, you will play a critical role in empowering adults to gain the basic literacy and language skills necessary to live their best lives. Click here to learn more and sign up for an info session! (If you find this is for you the training will be September 7.)
Tutor901 Community Hiring Fair
Join the #Tutor901 Team on July 20 at the Benjamin L. Hooks Library for a special Community Hiring Fair! Team Members will be on-site to answer questions, help you apply on-site, and schedule an interview. Learn more about the program at literacymidsouth.org/tutor901.
ALP Office Hours
If you’re a volunteer tutor, a learner, or curious about how to become a volunteer or learner stop by and chat during our open office hours. We’ll be in the study room on the 4th floor.
ALP Office Hours
If you’re a volunteer tutor, a learner, or curious about how to become a volunteer or learner stop by and chat during our open office hours. We’ll be in the study room on the 4th floor.
Drop-In Computer Lab
Want to learn about digital literacy and computer basics? Swing by our computer lab, and we’ll help you out! We can help with the essentials of how to use a computer, laptop, or tablet and surf the Internet safely. Laptops are available to use or you can bring your device. We’ll be in our study room on the 4th floor of Playhouse on the Square. Text Stacy at 312-971-6782 if you need directions.
ALP Office Hours
If you’re a volunteer tutor, a learner, or curious about how to become a volunteer or learner stop by and chat during our open office hours. We’ll be in the study room on the 4th floor.
ALP Office Hours
If you’re a volunteer tutor, a learner, or curious about how to become a volunteer or learner stop by and chat during our open office hours. We’ll be in the study room on the 4th floor.
ALP Office Hours
If you’re a volunteer tutor, a learner, or curious about how to become a volunteer or learner stop by and chat during our open office hours. We’ll be in the study room on the 4th floor.
ALP Office Hours
If you’re a volunteer tutor, a learner, or curious about how to become a volunteer or learner stop by and chat during our open office hours. We’ll be in the study room on the 4th floor.
Drop-In Computer Lab
Want to learn about digital literacy and computer basics? Swing by our computer lab, and we’ll help you out! We can help with the essentials of how to use a computer, laptop, or tablet and surf the Internet safely. Laptops are available to use or you can bring your device. We’ll be in our study room on the 4th floor of Playhouse on the Square. Text Stacy at 312-971-6782 if you need directions.
Adult Learning Program Tutor Launch Session
As a Volunteer Tutor with Literacy Mid-South, you will play a critical role in empowering adults to gain the basic literacy and language skills necessary to live their best lives. Click here to learn more and sign up for an info session! (If you find this is for you the training will be March 30.)
Adult Learning Program Tutor Launch Session
As a Volunteer Tutor with Literacy Mid-South, you will play a critical role in empowering adults to gain the basic literacy and language skills necessary to live their best lives. Click here to learn more and sign up for an info session! (If you find this is for you the training will be March 30.)
L.I.T. Talks - May 2024
Join us on May 30, 2024 at the Shelby County Youth and Resource Center for another installment of L.I.T. Talks! (No registration is required.) Hosted by our own Roniece Gilkey, L.I.T. Talks are interactive community conversations designed to connect and strengthen the bond between our neighbors through meaningful dialogue around themes that resonate and inspire transformation. This month's theme is #LadiesPutDowntheCape, focusing on self-care and maintaining physical/mental wellness.
ALP Office Hours
If you’re a volunteer tutor, a learner, or curious about how to become a volunteer or learner stop by and chat during our open office hours. We’ll be in the study room on the 4th floor.