Events

Sweet Heart Dinner & Auction

February 11, 2010

Haldimand-Norfolk Literacy Council hosts their annual fundraiser Sweet Heart Dinner & Auction on Thursday, February 11, 2010 at the beautiful Greens at Renton. Tickets are $75 each and include dinner, auction and entertainment. A $50 charitable receipt will be issued for each ticket purchased.

Funds will be raised through ticket sales, silent auction and sponsors. Scotiabank is a lead sponsor. A few featured items will be auctioned live including a garden shed, courtesy of Harthill Contracting, an exciting Toronto Mortorsports race package and a Hamilton Limo Casino Niagara trip. The dinner and auction fundraiser will support adult literacy programs and employment and life skills for adults in the community.

In addition to raising funds for literacy, this year’s guests will be treated to a truly funny, entertaining and educational evening featuring special guests Rick Green and William J. Thomas.

Rick Green, a Gemini Award winning director, comedian, TV writer, author, producer, educator, magician & adult with ADHD will act as the evening’s emcee. His latest film ADD & Loving It?!, features comedian/actor Patrick McKenna, and recently aired on Global TV. Rick is also well-known for his involvement in television’s History Bites, Prisoners of Gravity and The Red Green Show. As an adult with ADHD, Mr. Green brings his unique perspective on learning and an opportunity to see things differently.

William J. Thomas is the author of eight books of humour, including bestseller “The Dog Rules (Damn Near Everything).” He’s also a scriptwriter, radio and television commentator and nationally syndicated newspaper columnist. His weekly column Land of the Loony, appears in 45 Canadian and American newspapers. Guests are sure to be delighted with his uncanny, funny presentation. The evening brings together laughter and learning to provide inspiration and support for the many adults in our community who struggle with writing, reading and numeracy skills.

For more information about H-N Literacy Council programs, to purchase tickets for the Sweetheart Dinner and Auction or make a donation to the silent auction please call 519.428.0064 today.

“In Love With Learning” Read-a-Thon

September 8th through to October 24th

Support literacy and lifelong learning by joining us as a reader or a sponsor. Your support will directly help adults in Haldimand-Norfolk upgrade their skills to find employment.

The Read-a-Thon will finish with a six hour “In Love With Learning” Read-In on October 24th, 2009 from 10:00 - 4:00. Read-In's will happen at both the Simcoe Town Centre and the Dunnville Adult Learning Centre (227 Queen Street).

Please call 519-428-0064 or 1-866-7323 for more information or download the sponsor sheet. You may also download a letter you may find useful for gathering pledges.

Have fun - get out and read!

A portion of the proceeds from this event will go to the United Way of Haldimand and Norfolk as one of our funding partners.

HNLC tutor training workshop

April 23, 2009

The Haldimand Norfolk Literacy Council is pleased to offer a Tutor Training Certificate Workshop using the Laubach methodology. Space is limited so call early. This training will be of interest to those wishing to volunteer for the Literacy Council, teachers, parents and any individual assisting another to learn. Participants will learn to teach to learning styles and assist learners to overcome learning challenges and more. There will be a free orientation in Dunnville & Simcoe to the Haldimand Norfolk Literacy Council and what we do on Thursday April 23rd from 7pm-9pm. Orientation in Dunnville at the learning centre (Optimist Hall-Main St) and in Simcoe at 47 Robinson St. The workshop will be held Saturday May 9th 2009 from 9:00-3:30 at the St Leonard’s Society in Dunnville (208 Broad St). Cost is $40 for workshop.

Call the Haldimand Norfolk Literacy Council @ 519 428 0064 or 1 866 973 7323 to reserve your seat.

Student Evening (Norfolk)

Tuesday, April 28

Annual General Meeting

Monday, May 25

Ebenezer Christian Reformed Church Hall
Hwy # 3, Jarvis
Social: 5:30 p.m. Dinner 6:00 p.m.

Family Style Dinner
Short Business Meeting
Learner & Volunteer Recognition & Awards
Norfolk County Mayor Dennis Travale - Guest Speaker

Tickets : $15.00 per person
For tickets call 519-428-0064 or 905-774-9141
Toll free 1-866-973-(READ)
1-866-973-7323

International Literacy Day

September 8th

International Literacy Day was first observed on September 8, 1967. It has become an opportunity for individuals, organizations, and countries throughout the world to renew their efforts to promote literacy and demonstrate their commitment to providing education to all.

If you, or someone you know would like help with reading, writing, spelling, math or basic computer skills give us a call and we will put you in touch with someone who can help.

Are you are interested in becoming a volunteer tutor? Would you like to make a difference in someone's life? Our tutor workshops are held in the fall of each year. Please contact us for more information.