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SUMMARY:First Saturday
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a training designed to equip anyone working with students with practical strategies to boost student reading\, writing\, and spelling. Using the guiding acronym “S.C.H.O.O.L.—Study. Collaborate. Homework. Outside. Outreach. Literacy” this session shows that we all have the means to successfully reinforce literacy every day. Participants will explore quick routines\, games\, and sound-based strategies that help students decode words\, strengthen writing\, and improve spelling. The training is hands-on\, easy to follow\, and perfect for anyone with varying levels of experience. Everyone will walk away with ready-to-use tools that fit naturally into homework time or extra guided practice. Come ready to collaborate\, try new ideas\, and support students with confidence.
URL:https://www.kpl.gov/event/first-saturday-2/
LOCATION:CEN\, 315 S Rose St\, Kalamazoo\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49007\, United States
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SUMMARY:Beautifully Wrapped with Zarinah El-Amin
DESCRIPTION:Everyone has a story worth sharing. Join us for this interactive workshop designed to help you begin capturing your life experiences\, memories\, and wisdom in writing. Whether you’re telling your own story or preserving the story of a loved one\, you’ll learn practical tips and simple steps to finally get started. \nBest of all\, you’ll walk away with your first few pages written and the confidence to keep going. No writing experience is needed — just bring a notebook\, your memories\, and your openness to begin. \nThe session will be facilitated by publisher and cultural anthropologist\, Zarinah El-Amin — founder of the Legacy Storykeepers and 2x Tedx speaker.  With years of experience helping over 65+ individuals and families preserve their personal histories\, Zarinah brings warmth\, insight\, and a deep belief that every voice matters.
URL:https://www.kpl.gov/event/beautifully-wrapped-with-zarinah-el-amin-3/
LOCATION:WSQ/Community Room\, 1244 Portage Street\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Washington Square
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