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SUMMARY:Power In Our Voices - Advocacy Session
DESCRIPTION:Event Overview: Power In Our Voices\n\n\nEvent Name: Power In Our Voices  \n\n\nHost: Delaware Developmental Disabilities Council (DDC)  \n\n\nDate: March 23\, 2026 \n\n\nTime: 9:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. \n\n\nLocation: Cheswold Fire Hall \n\n\nTheme: Advocacy\, Strength\, and Community \n\n\nWho Should Attend: Individuals with disabilities\, parents and family members\, students\, young adults\, and community advocates. \n\n\nPower In Our Voices is a collaborative event dedicated to defining what “having your own voice” truly means. This gathering brings together a community of individuals with disabilities\, their families\, and advocates to explore communication through various lenses\, including spoken words\, behavior\, body language\, and assistive technology. \nAttendees will have the unique opportunity to: \n\n\nHear from parents about navigating diagnoses\, overcoming isolation\, and building advocacy skills over time. \n\n\nListen to young advocates share stories of self-discovery and advice for those just starting their own advocacy journey. \n\n\nGain wisdom from experienced advocates regarding the lessons they have learned. \n\n\nEngage directly with elected officials who will be in attendance to listen to the community\, learn from these stories\, and discuss how they can help move advocacy priorities forward.
URL:https://members.delawareliteracyalliance.org/event/power-in-our-voices-advocacy-session/
LOCATION:Cheswold Volunteer Fire Company\, 371 Main St.\, Cheswold\, DE\, 19936\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health Literacy
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SUMMARY:NextGen Healthcare Fair: Delaware is Leveling Up!
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to move your life forward? Join Coleman’s CNA Academy and the Dover YMCA for a huge community event! We are bringing over 30 local groups together to help you find the tools you need to succeed. \nThis event is all about creating new opportunities for everyone in Delaware. Whether you want a new job\, a better home\, or a healthier life\, we have something for you. \nWhen and Where\n\nDate: March 28\, 2026\nTime: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nLocation: Dover YMCA (1137 S. State St.\, Dover\, DE 19904)\nCost: FREE! (Plus free food and giveaways!)\n\nWhat’s Waiting for You?\nWe have a long list of experts ready to help\, including: \n\nHealth & School: Learn about classes to become a CNA\, LPN\, or Home Health Aide. You can also get info on CPR training.\nMoney & Home: Talk to experts about fixing your credit\, buying a house\, or meeting with a “Stand By Me” coach.\nJobs: Meet with employers and the Delaware Department of Labor.\nWellness: Find resources for mental health\, primary care doctors\, and cancer prevention.\n\nWhy Join Us?\nColeman’s CNA Academy is an award-winning school dedicated to helping our community grow. We believe that when one person wins\, we all win! Come out and see how these resources can help you and your family.
URL:https://members.delawareliteracyalliance.org/event/nextgen-healthcare-fair-delaware-is-leveling-up/
LOCATION:Dover YMCA\, 1137 S. State St.\, Dover\, DE\, 19904\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health Literacy
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SUMMARY:Free Workshop: Helping Workers and Bosses Succeed
DESCRIPTION:Workplace Education for U.S. Cities: How Urban Adult Foundational Education (AFE) Networks Can Support Incumbent Workers and Employers\nDescription \nOver the 40 years of its existence\, the Literacy Center of West Michigan has become a trusted partner in the region\, collaborating with a broad variety of community institutions and organizations. In particular\, the organization has led as a provider of workplace-based ESL in partnership with dozens of employers across multiple sectors since 2001. This workshop will tell the story of some of those partnerships and the way that they have made possible a sustained and significant growth of the Literacy Center’s impact. Key principles for engaging with employers will be shared in order to equip you in your own communities. \nIn this 90-minute session we’ll discuss (1) a brief history of workplace basic skills efforts in the U.S.; (2) how the Literacy Center of West Michigan provides basic skills supports to incumbent workers and their employers; (3) how other urban AFE networks can support similar services relevant to their communities. \nPresenters \nMarcus Little (Senior Director of Programming\, Literacy Center of West Michigan\, Grand Rapids) and Paul Jurmo (Co-Founder\, Urban Alliance for Adult Literacy). David Rosen (Co-Founder\, Urban Alliance for Adult Literacy) will serve as moderator. \nDate and Time \nThursday\, April 2 – 1:00pm-2:30pm Eastern time \n 
URL:https://members.delawareliteracyalliance.org/event/free-workshop-helping-workers-and-bosses-succeed/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Literacy
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: Healthy Living Made Simple
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to learn how our community is getting healthier? Join us for a quick and easy online meeting called Bite-Sized Bits! \nThe Advancing Healthy Lifestyles Coalition is teaming up with the YMCA and the American Diabetes Association. We are excited to talk about the new YMCA Wellness Exchange. This is a local “hub” where people can get the help\, education\, and doctor referrals they need to manage their weight and feel their best. \nWhen and Where\n\nDate: Wednesday\, April 15\, 2026\nTime: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm (Right at lunchtime!)\nPlace: Online via Zoom\n\nWho You’ll Hear From\n\nGreg O’Neil: A nursing expert who helps lead health education in Delaware.\nTanya Haley: A health leader from the American Diabetes Association.\nPeter Campbell: An outreach coordinator from the YMCA of Delaware.\n\nIf you have any questions\, feel free to email Jayden Carr at jayden@goeinswilliams.com.
URL:https://members.delawareliteracyalliance.org/event/lunch-learn-healthy-living-made-simple/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Health Literacy
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SUMMARY:Scrabble Along the Brandywine- Fundraiser for Literacy Delaware 2026
DESCRIPTION:Literacy Delaware Team SCRABBLE fundraising event – Christ Church Christiana Hundred \nFriday April 24\, 2026 5:30 pm \n$50 per person \nIncludes heavy hors d’oeuvres\, beer\, and wine. Teams of up to 6 receive the same set of SCRABBLE™ tiles and work collaboratively to build the highest score. Tiles can be purchased for high-scoring words; dictionary peeks can be bought to verify spelling. There are raffle baskets to win. Bring cash or checks; credit cards also accepted. \nProceeds will help reduce our learner waiting list. \nRegister your team: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/2650fb60-05c0-46fa-aa17-f046cf1c503a \n 
URL:https://members.delawareliteracyalliance.org/event/scrabble-along-the-brandywine-fundraiser-for-literacy-delaware-2026/
LOCATION:christ church christiana hundred\, 505 East Buck Rd\, Wilmington\, Delaware\, 19807\, United States
CATEGORIES:Literacy
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SUMMARY:Resource Fair for Families with Babies
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Woodlawn Library to meet with community organizations\, learn about local resources\, connect with other families\, win prizes\, and more! \nWoodlawn Library is accessible on the 6 and 8 buses.
URL:https://members.delawareliteracyalliance.org/event/resource-fair-for-families-with-babies/
LOCATION:Woodlawn Library\, 2020 W. 9th Street\, Wilmington\, DE\, 19805\, United States
CATEGORIES:Literacy
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SUMMARY:PAWS for People: Read to a Therapy Dog
DESCRIPTION:Read aloud to a furry\, friendly therapy companion to help inspire a love of reading. Offered by PAWS for People. Registration required. Appropriate for children and others of all ages.
URL:https://members.delawareliteracyalliance.org/event/paws-for-people-read-to-a-therapy-dog/
LOCATION:Route 9 Library & Innovation Center\, 3022 NEW CASTLE AVENUE\, NEW CASTLE\, DE\, 19720\, United States
CATEGORIES:Literacy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Route 9 Library &amp%3B Innovation Center":MAILTO:julia.mercier@newcastlede.gov
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SUMMARY:4th Trimester and Community Health Fair
DESCRIPTION:On behalf the Delaware Division of Public Health\, the Delaware State Health Improvement Plan (SHIP)\, the Rural Health Coalition\, and La Red Health Center\, we’re bringing community partners together to support healthier families and stronger communities at the 4th Trimester and Community Health Fair. \nThis free community event is open to everyone\, with a special focus on new moms\, expectant parents\, new families\, and caregivers. Our goal is to create a welcoming space where community members can connect with local organizations\, access health and wellness resources\, and learn about services available throughout Sussex County. \nEvent Details: \n\nDate: Tuesday\, August 4\, 2026\nTime: 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM\nLocation: La Red Health Center\, 21444 Carmean Way\, Georgetown\, DE 19947\n\nEvent highlights: \n\nFree wellness screenings\nGoodie bags\, music\, and prizes\nHealth\, nutrition\, and fitness resources\nChildren’s activities and interactive games\nCommunity vendors and local services
URL:https://members.delawareliteracyalliance.org/event/4th-trimester-and-community-health-fair/
LOCATION:La Red Health Center\, 21444 Carmean Way\, Georgetown\, DE\, 19947\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health Literacy,Literacy
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SUMMARY:Gals That Give: A Night Out for Literacy
DESCRIPTION:Gals That Give: A Night Out for Literacy \nJoin us for a fun night out that supports a great cause. Gals That Give is raising money for Literacy Delaware\, a group that helps people across our state learn to read and write better. \nWhen: Tuesday\, September 16 at 5:30 PM\nWhere: Bally’s Dover\, Dover\, DE\nCost: $45 per ticket \nYour ticket helps fund literacy programs for kids and adults across Delaware. Come out\, have fun\, and do some good. \nGet your ticket: Buy tickets here \nWant to help even more? You can sponsor the event or donate to the auction. Email us at galsthatgivecharity@gmail.com to find out how.
URL:https://members.delawareliteracyalliance.org/event/gals-that-give-a-night-out-for-literacy/
LOCATION:Bally’s Dover Casino Resort\, 1131 N. Dupont Hwy\, Dover\, 19901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Literacy
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