Gail Borden Public Library
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Friday May 10 All Day
BabyFest Book Challenge
In honor of our library's 150th anniversary, new and soon-to-be caregivers are invited to a challenge. Read 150 books (only 5 per day!) with your baby or baby-to-be all month long and receive a prize!
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Saturday May 11 All Day
BabyFest Book Challenge
In honor of our library's 150th anniversary, new and soon-to-be caregivers are invited to a challenge. Read 150 books (only 5 per day!) with your baby or baby-to-be all month long and receive a prize!
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Saturday May 11 10:00am - 12:00pm CDT
BabyFest
Stop by or "stroller in" to explore the latest baby information in the area. We will feature health and wellness resources, community services, and early childhood literacy information.
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Saturday May 11 10:00am - 12:00pm CDT
BabyFest - Baby Photos with Nad's Photography
Nadine Soro, from Nad's Photography, will be taking pictures during our BabyFest event from 10am-12pm. Tickets for photos will be passed out on a first come first served basis beginning at 9:30am.
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Saturday May 11 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
French Conversation Group
Practice or improve your conversation skills with other French speakers. This discussion group will be in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere facilitated by Sue Aissaoui, who is a native speaker.
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Saturday May 11 12:00pm - 1:30pm CDT
Piano performance by Ben Brictson
Piano performance in the lobby by volunteer community members.
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Saturday May 11 1:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Clases de computación en español- Basicos de computación
Estas clases son para principiantes, para aprender destrezas básicas. No hay costo ni hay que tener tarjeta de la biblioteca. En español.
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Saturday May 11 3:30pm - 4:30pm CDT
Hora de práctica- Básicos de computación
Quieres sentirte más confiado aplicando lo que aprendiste en tu clase de computación en español?
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Sunday May 12 All Day
BabyFest Book Challenge
In honor of our library's 150th anniversary, new and soon-to-be caregivers are invited to a challenge. Read 150 books (only 5 per day!) with your baby or baby-to-be all month long and receive a prize!
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Monday May 13 All Day
BabyFest Book Challenge
In honor of our library's 150th anniversary, new and soon-to-be caregivers are invited to a challenge. Read 150 books (only 5 per day!) with your baby or baby-to-be all month long and receive a prize!
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Monday May 13 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
Elgin Genealogical Society Writers' Group
A special interest group that encourages and assists with writing family stories and histories. Participants share their stories for help with ideas, clarification, and resources.
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Monday May 13 10:30am - 12:00pm CDT
MS Word Series
In this series, learn the fundamentals of Microsoft Word to create, format, edit and design. Sponsored by Comcast Internet Essentials.
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Monday May 13 11:00am - 1:00pm CDT
Café para Padres- en español- Parents Cafe- In Spanish
Son reuniones donde las personas hablan, participan activamente y escuchan sobre temas como los desafÃos y las victorias de criar a una familia, a través de la autorreflexión y el aprendizaje.
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Monday May 13 12:00pm - 1:00pm CDT
Spanish Café / Conversation Group
Dive in to learn Spanish! Intermediate level participants will practice conversations in Spanish by doing activities in the library or visiting places in the community.
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Monday May 13 5:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Clases de CiudadanÃa en español
Esta serie cubrirá las preguntas cÃvicas en preparación para el examen de ciudadanÃa. Para obtener más información, comunÃquese con Maria Vega de YWCA 773-600-2544. Presentado en español.
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Monday May 13 6:30pm - 8:00pm CDT
Crochet Club
Get hooked on crocheting! Bring a project to work on. All skill levels welcome.Please Register
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Monday May 13 7:00pm - 8:30pm CDT
Great Books Discussion Group
Co-sponsored by the American Association of University Women Elgin Area Branch. Click on the event title for a list of assigned books. Facilitated by Barbara Njus and Gail Cohen. Please Register.
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Monday May 13 7:00pm - 8:30pm CDT
MS Excel Series
In this series, learn how to use Microsoft Excel to manipulate, format, and organize numbers and other types of data. Sponsored by Comcast Internet Essentials.
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Monday May 13 7:00pm - 7:45pm CDT
¡Noche familiar de LoterÃa!
¡Acompáñenos a una noche familiar divertida con el juego tradicional Mexicano, LoterÃa! Favor de registrar a cada persona que estará jugando. Â
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Tuesday May 14 All Day
BabyFest Book Challenge
In honor of our library's 150th anniversary, new and soon-to-be caregivers are invited to a challenge. Read 150 books (only 5 per day!) with your baby or baby-to-be all month long and receive a prize!
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Tuesday May 14 10:00am - 1:00pm CDT
Congressional Mobile Office Hours
Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthiâs staff will be available to discuss and assist with federal issues you and your family are facing.
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Tuesday May 14 11:45am - 1:15pm CDT
Armchair Generals
Monthly Civil War discussion group. Meets 2nd Wednesdays, 11:45am-1:15pm. No registration.
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Tuesday May 14 4:30pm - 5:30pm CDT
K-Pop Afternoon for Grades 6-12
Are you a fan of BTS, Blackpink, Stray Kids, or other K-pop groups? Come enjoy your favorite K-pop songs while you make buttons, shrink-plastic charms, and other crafts.
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Tuesday May 14 5:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Studio 270 Volunteer Corps
Help out the library with various projects. Meet in Studio 270. Registration Required.
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Tuesday May 14 6:00pm - 7:30pm CDT
Si se puede desahogar, se puede sanar
Una plática sobre los sÃntomas de la ansiedad y depresión y aprender estrategias para mantener la conexión de mente y cuerpo mas saludable.Presentado en español. Por favor, regÃstrese
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Tuesday May 14 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Walking Club at Gail Borden in English and Spanish
¡Traiga sus tenis, invita a tus amigos y ven a caminar con nosotros! Camina a tu propio ritmo. Gratis y abierto a adultos mayores de 18 años. Programa bilingüe (inglés y español)
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Tuesday May 14 6:30pm - 7:30pm CDT
Grupo de Conversación en Inglés en lÃnea o en la Biblioteca
Participantes de nivel intermedio, practican conversaciones en inglés, adquieren confianza y mejoran su pronunciación. El grupo es liderado por un tutor de Literacy Connection.Favor registrarse
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Tuesday May 14 6:30pm - 7:30pm CDT
Pizza and Books
Come talk about what you are currently reading. Pizza will be provided. Registration Required.
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Tuesday May 14 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Library Board Meeting
Monthly meeting of the Library Board which is generally held on the second Tuesday of the month.
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Tuesday May 14 7:00pm - 8:30pm CDT
Google Tools: Docs
Learn how to create, edit, and share word processing documents using Google Docs. Sponsored by Comcast Internet Essentials.
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Wednesday May 15 All Day
BabyFest Book Challenge
In honor of our library's 150th anniversary, new and soon-to-be caregivers are invited to a challenge. Read 150 books (only 5 per day!) with your baby or baby-to-be all month long and receive a prize!
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Wednesday May 15 12:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
Elgin Genealogical Society Research Assistance
Receive one-on-one genealogy assistance from Elgin Genealogical Society volunteers.
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Wednesday May 15 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Go Bilingual en la Biblioteca
Aprende en la biblioteca. Participa con otras personas que hablan español o inglés como primer idioma. Learn at the Library with native English and Spanish speakers.
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Wednesday May 15 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Loteria para Gen Z y Millennials
¡Juega el tradicional juego Mexicano de la LoterÃa y disfruta de refrigerios ligeros.
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Wednesday May 15 6:30pm - 7:30pm CDT
¡DÃa de la Familia!
¡Acompáñanos para pasar un rato en familia y diversión! ¡Celebra este dÃa especial en la biblioteca con un cuento y proyecto de arte! Favor de registrarse por familia.
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Wednesday May 15 7:00pm - 8:30pm CDT
Walking Book Club
The Walking Book Club meets weekly on Wednesday evenings at 7:00 pm to walk, followed by the book discussion at 7:45 pm. Interested? Contact Andrea at [email protected].
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Wednesday May 15 7:00pm - 8:30pm CDT
MS Excel Series
In this series, learn how to use Microsoft Excel to manipulate, format, and organize numbers and other types of data. Sponsored by Comcast Internet Essentials.
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Thursday May 16 All Day
BabyFest Book Challenge
In honor of our library's 150th anniversary, new and soon-to-be caregivers are invited to a challenge. Read 150 books (only 5 per day!) with your baby or baby-to-be all month long and receive a prize!
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Thursday May 16 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
Being Secure and Private Online
Learn about common viruses, email and Internet safety, firewalls, and other security features and practices in this class.
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Thursday May 16 5:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Studio 270 Volunteer Corps
Help out the library with various projects. Meet in Studio 270. Registration Required.
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Thursday May 16 6:00pm - 7:30pm CDT
Triumph of the Spirit
Neil Keller will speak about Jewish athletes before, during, and after the Holocaust, and showcase unique historical memorabilia.
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Thursday May 16 6:30pm - 7:30pm CDT
Grupo de Conversación para la CiudadanÃa en la Biblioteca
Usando material de USCIS que incluye preguntas de educación cÃvica, el formulario de solicitud y otros requisitos para la entrevista de ciudadanÃa.
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Thursday May 16 6:30pm - 8:00pm CDT
Film Screening of The Betrayal: Nerakhoon
This Oscar-nominated film centers on a family's flight from Laos after the United States Secret War in Laos and the difficulty of assimilating into American life.
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Thursday May 16 7:00pm - 8:30pm CDT
Elgin Genealogical Society
Semi-monthly meeting of the Elgin Genealogical Society.
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Friday May 17 All Day
BabyFest Book Challenge
In honor of our library's 150th anniversary, new and soon-to-be caregivers are invited to a challenge. Read 150 books (only 5 per day!) with your baby or baby-to-be all month long and receive a prize!
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Friday May 17 3:30pm - 5:00pm CDT
Awakenings Art Reception--
May is Mental Health Awareness Month! Please join us for a special reception featuring Elgin's Awakenings Art Project. The group supports and showcases the work of artists in mental health recovery.
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Saturday May 18 All Day
BabyFest Book Challenge
In honor of our library's 150th anniversary, new and soon-to-be caregivers are invited to a challenge. Read 150 books (only 5 per day!) with your baby or baby-to-be all month long and receive a prize!
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Saturday May 18 10:00am - 11:45am CDT
Estrategias de pronunciación
En este curso aprenderás como mejorar tu inglés a través de la pronunciación. Practicaras el uso correcto de la entonación y acento. La clase es para nivel de conversación intermedio.
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Saturday May 18 11:00am - 2:00pm CDT
Información sobre CiudadanÃa y Renovación de DACA en español
Conozca más sobre los servicios de ciudadanÃa y renovación de DACA que ofrecemos. No necesita registrarse. En asociación con YWCA Elgin. Becas están disponibles para aquellos que califiquen.
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Saturday May 18 1:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Clases de computación en español- Básicos de computación
Estas clases son para principiantes, para aprender destrezas básicas. No hay costo ni hay que tener tarjeta de la biblioteca. En español.
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Saturday May 18 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Manga and Anime Club for Grades 6-12
Drop by to make buttons and tiny merch featuring your favorite characters from Demon Slayer, My Hero Academia, Spy x Family, and more. Bonus: you'll get to watch anime and take home Japanese candy!
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Saturday May 18 3:30pm - 4:30pm CDT
Hora de práctica- Básicos de computación
Quieres sentirte más confiado aplicando lo que aprendiste en tu clase de computación en español?
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Sunday May 19 All Day
BabyFest Book Challenge
In honor of our library's 150th anniversary, new and soon-to-be caregivers are invited to a challenge. Read 150 books (only 5 per day!) with your baby or baby-to-be all month long and receive a prize!
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Monday May 20 All Day
BabyFest Book Challenge
In honor of our library's 150th anniversary, new and soon-to-be caregivers are invited to a challenge. Read 150 books (only 5 per day!) with your baby or baby-to-be all month long and receive a prize!
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Monday May 20 10:30am - 12:00pm CDT
MS Word Series
In this series, learn the fundamentals of Microsoft Word to create, format, edit and design. Sponsored by Comcast Internet Essentials.
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Monday May 20 3:00pm - 9:00pm CDT
Finals Feeding Frenzy
Come to our high school teen center to get your study on! Refreshments will be provided.
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Monday May 20 5:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Clases de CiudadanÃa en español
Esta serie cubrirá las preguntas cÃvicas en preparación para el examen de ciudadanÃa. Para obtener más información, comunÃquese con Maria Vega de YWCA 773-600-2544. Presentado en español.
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Monday May 20 5:30pm - 7:00pm CDT
Evening Chess Club
Chess players of all skill levels are welcome to join us for a game or two.
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Monday May 20 6:30pm - 7:30pm CDT
Clase de Pintura - Naturaleza Floral
Esta clase es perfecta para pintores principiantes,asà que no te preocupes si es tu primera vez pintando ¡Cristina Colunga,artista local, te guiará a través de cada paso para pintar naturaleza floral!
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Monday May 20 7:00pm - 8:30pm CDT
Contemporary Book Group
This group meets on the third Monday of each month to discuss current literary selections.
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Monday May 20 7:00pm - 8:30pm CDT
Contemporary Book Group
This group meets on the third Monday of each month to discuss current literary selections.
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Monday May 20 7:00pm - 8:30pm CDT
Contemporary Book Group
This group meets on the third Monday of each month to discuss current literary selections.
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Tuesday May 21 All Day
BabyFest Book Challenge
In honor of our library's 150th anniversary, new and soon-to-be caregivers are invited to a challenge. Read 150 books (only 5 per day!) with your baby or baby-to-be all month long and receive a prize!
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Tuesday May 21 All Day
BabyFest Book Challenge
In honor of our library's 150th anniversary, new and soon-to-be caregivers are invited to a challenge. Read 150 books (only 5 per day!) with your baby or baby-to-be all month long and receive a prize!
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Tuesday May 21 All Day
BabyFest Book Challenge
In honor of our library's 150th anniversary, new and soon-to-be caregivers are invited to a challenge. Read 150 books (only 5 per day!) with your baby or baby-to-be all month long and receive a prize!
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Tuesday May 21 1:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Career Coach in the Library
Drop in for a consultation with a Career Coach from workNet Batavia! Service available in Spanish. No registration required. Entrenamiento de carrera disponible en español. No hay registro.
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Tuesday May 21 1:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Career Coach in the Library
Need help with resume and cover letter writing, career exploration, or job hunting? Drop in for a consultation with a Career Coach from workNet Batavia! Service also available in Spanish.
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Tuesday May 21 1:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Career Coach in the Library
Need help with resume and cover letter writing, career exploration, or job hunting? Drop in for a consultation with a Career Coach from workNet Batavia! Service also available in Spanish.
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Tuesday May 21 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
The Music Salon
Music appreciation with acclaimed Composer and Music Researcher Jim Kendros. Enjoy dynamic, enjoyable and highly informative presentations on some of the great composers and their music.Register
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Tuesday May 21 3:00pm - 9:00pm CDT
Finals Feeding Frenzy
Come to our high school teen center to get your study on! Refreshments will be provided.
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Tuesday May 21 3:00pm - 9:00pm CDT
Finals Feeding Frenzy
Come to our high school teen center to get your study on! Refreshments will be provided.
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Tuesday May 21 3:00pm - 9:00pm CDT
Finals Feeding Frenzy
Come to our high school teen center to get your study on! Refreshments will be provided.
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Tuesday May 21 5:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Studio 270 Volunteer Corps
Help out the library with various projects. Meet in Studio 270. Registration Required.
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Tuesday May 21 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Spanglish Book Club
Acompáñanos mientras discutimos el tÃtulo de este mes. Conversación en español y inglés.Recoge tu libro o Kindle en la sección de español para adultos.
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Tuesday May 21 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Walking Club at Gail Borden in English and Spanish
¡Traiga sus tenis, invita a tus amigos y ven a caminar con nosotros! Camina a tu propio ritmo. Gratis y abierto a adultos mayores de 18 años. Programa bilingüe (inglés y español)
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Tuesday May 21 6:30pm - 7:30pm CDT
Grupo de Conversación en Inglés en lÃnea o en la Biblioteca
Participantes de nivel intermedio, practican conversaciones en inglés, adquieren confianza y mejoran su pronunciación. El grupo es liderado por un tutor de Literacy Connection.Favor registrarse
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Tuesday May 21 6:30pm - 7:30pm CDT
Grupo de Conversación en Inglés en lÃnea o en la Biblioteca
Participantes de nivel intermedio, practican conversaciones en inglés, adquieren confianza y mejoran su pronunciación. El grupo es liderado por un tutor de Literacy Connection.Favor registrarse
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Tuesday May 21 6:30pm - 7:30pm CDT
Grupo de Conversación en Inglés en lÃnea o en la Biblioteca
Participantes de nivel intermedio, practican conversaciones en inglés, adquieren confianza y mejoran su pronunciación. El grupo es liderado por un tutor de Literacy Connection.Favor registrarse