Interested individuals should contact our offices to discuss program and eligibility requirements.

PROGRAMS

About Our Programs

Adult Literacy Tutoring

This one-on-one literacy tutoring program is for adults looking to improve their speaking and/or reading skills.  Eligible students are assigned to a volunteer tutor and must meet two hours a week. Students in this program get a personalized learning plan to work towards their reading goals. Meetings must take place at a public location.

English Language Conversation Groups

Clearfield Library
770 Hopkins Road
Williamsville, NY 14221
Fridays, 10:00am-12:00pm
Lackawanna Library
560 Ridge Road
Lackawanna, NY 14218
Wednesdays, 5:00pm-6:00pm

Digi-Skills

This free one-on-one computer tutoring program is for adults looking to improve their computer and digital literacy skills. Those interested meet with a tutor one-on-one for help at a convenient location.  Learn how to use a computer, navigate the internet, search for jobs online, create an email account, use Microsoft Word and more!  Students are given opportunities to earn certifications through the NorthStar Digital Literacy program.

If you are interested, complete this form, call our office (716-876-8991) or stop by during our Drop In hours!

Drop In Hours
Buffalo & Erie County Central Library
1 Lafayette Square
Buffalo, NY 14203
Wednesdays, 1:00pm-3:00pm

STAR (Share the Art of Program) Youth Tutoring

In partnership with the Buffalo Police Athletic League and the City of Buffalo, this program provides free reading tutoring to kids, grades K-8, at two area community centers.

JFK Recreation Center
114 Hickory Street
Buffalo, NY 14204
Monday & Wednesdays,
4pm-7pm

Machnica Center
1799 Clinton Street
Buffalo, NY 14206
Tuesdays
4pm-7pm

Adult Literacy Resources

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