Upcoming Events

Apr
21

Volunteer and Learner Celebration!

Volunteers and learners, please join us on Sunday, April 21st for a day to celebrate YOU and your efforts! This is a family-friendly event, so bring the kids!  Lunch will be served at 1:30, followed by Backstage Experience Tours at 2:00 and 3:00. In addition, you can participate in yard games and pick up your custom-designed T-shirt! This is an event you won't want to miss. 

**Sign up here by Monday, 4/15 to attend!**

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May
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 March 30.)

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May
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.)

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Jun
4

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.)

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Mar
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 March 30.)

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Mar
20

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.)

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Mar
11

#ShareYourSkill901 Reception

After asking the communities of Memphis to Share Your Skill, we're celebrating all the phenomenal skills and talents that make up our city!

Join us to celebrate the exhibit featuring the Lowrance K-8 School's art club work, and Playhouse on the Square and Arkwings artists. 

Stop by between 530p-730p for family-friendly snacks and drinks, Share Your Skill activity stations, music, and book giveaways. 

About #SYS901:
#ShareYourSkill901 is a campaign launched to eradicate the stigma around adults with low literacy proficiency. Stations were set up in two different Memphis area libraries per month from May 2022 through January 2023, with a third station being taken to community events. Adults and children could write or draw a skill or talent they are proud of on a bookmark that would be collected at the end of the month or event. All of the bookmarks gathered (over 2,000!) were used to create art projects by the elementary and middle school art clubs at Lowrance K-8 School.


Through this campaign and the reception, we're not only focusing on the fact that everyone has valuable skills and talents but also the way that literacy can be used as a tool to improve and enhance them. 

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Feb
29

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. For more information and to sign up, click here.

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Feb
28

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.)

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Feb
22

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. For more information and to sign up, click here.

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Feb
13

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. For more information and to sign up, click here.

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Jan
25

Drop-In Computer Lab

Want to brush up on digital literacy skills? Drop in on our Adult Learning Program team! We can help with the basics - using a computer/laptop/tablet, or how to use the internet safely. Sign up here or just stop by. If you sign up we can let you know of any changes/cancellations. Email Stacy with any questions.

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Jan
10

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 mid-January.)

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Jan
9

ArtSpeak Opening Reception

We're thrilled to announce the 2nd exhibition at ArtSpeak: Learning Through the Language of Art! Join us for the opening on January 9th, 430pm-630pm at Literacy Mid-South, Playhouse on the Square, 4th floor. Drinks and light hors d'oeuvres will be provided. Four artists, writers, and creatives will have works exhibited. Can't make the opening? Stop by anytime during Playhouse hours between January 10 - March 27th to see the exhibit!

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Dec
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 mid-January.)

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Dec
12

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 mid-January.)

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Nov
14

Adult Learning Program Open Office Hours

Stop by and find our more about our adult learning program! This is open to our community, current volunteers, and current learners! Thinking about volunteering or becoming a learner? We can answer any questions you have.

We’ll have food and drinks, and at 6p we’ll have a mini ChatGPT workshop! See how you can use AI in your tutoring sessions, or as a learner to check your work.

RSVP here!

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Nov
9

ArtSpeak Gallery Opening Reception

Join us for an evening of art, skill sharing, and food & drinks at Literacy Mid-South!

Discover our featured artists, master smartphone photography in a mini workshop, and indulge in delicious treats.

Find out how you can utilize our space, become a featured artist, and explore the unique initiatives of Literacy Mid-South. (Hint: it's more than just traditional tutoring!)

Reserve your spot now and be part of the art and literacy movement!

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Adult Learning Program Tutor Launch Session
Oct
25

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 early November.)

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Adult Learning Program Tutor Launch Session
Oct
24

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 early November.)

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Jun
10

Literatini 2023

Celebrate Literacy with a Twist at Literatini 2023

Swirl your way through an evening of fun and philanthropy as you Sip, Savor, and Vote for your favorite martini creation! 

Enjoy a fun evening with us in partnership with the Laurelwood Shopping Center and novel. bookstore for Literacy Mid-South's 9th annual Literatini. This year we are expanding with more savory hors d'oeuvres to complement your martini experience and mouth-watering appetizers that will have you craving more from Crumpy's Wings and More, Libro, Big Momma's & Granny's Catering, and Chef David. 

Live entertainment will feature soulful and electrifying performances from Gerald Richardson and Friends and I can't stop dancing beats by DJ Mary. There will also be a special opportunity for photos and autographs with our guest, Mark Greaney, #1 NYT Bestselling Author of The Gray Man series, the 12th of which, Burner, was released in February 2023. The film version of his first novel, The Gray Man, was released in July 2022 starring Ryan Gosling and Chris Evans. (VIP ticket purchase required.)

This is sure to be an evening you will not forget. Twenty (20%) percent of all novel. book sales will also benefit Literacy Mid-South.

Restaurants/Bars participating in the cocktail competition:

CANVAS of Memphis
Global Café
Libro
The Pear Martini
Penny’s Nitty Gritty
South of Beale
YNOT Cigar Bar

Please note that all ticket sales and sponsorships are non-refundable.

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Jan
10

In-person Volunteer Info 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 life. Click here to learn more and sign up for an info session! (If you find this is for you the training will be Jan. 21)

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Jan
9

Virtual Volunteer Info 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 life. Click here to learn more and sign up for an info session! (If you find this is for you the training will be Jan. 21)

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