Tag: English as a Second Language
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South Brunswick seniors invited to ’60s lunch party, storytimes
The South Brunswick Senior Center will hold the following programs for resident members age 55 and older: The movie “All I Wish” will be shown at 12:30 p.m., June 7, the Bollywood movie “Judaai” will be shown at 11 a.m., June 22, and “Forever My Girl” will be shown at 12:30 p.m., June 26. Adult…
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Jamesburg Library seeks volunteer ESL tutors
The Jamesburg Public Library, 229 Gatzmer Ave, is seeking adult volunteers to serve as tutors for its ongoing English-as-a-Second-Language program. The current classes take place from 6:30-8 p.m. Thursdays. Summer dates have not been announced. No teaching certification is required, but conversational Spanish is necessary. To volunteer, call 732-521-0440.
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YMCA of MEWSA begins annual campaign to support programs
The YMCA of Metuchen, Edison, Woodbridge and South Amboy (MEWSA) has launched its campaign to raise $300,000 by th end of the year. The funds raised by the YMCA will ensure that everyone in the communities served by the YMCA of MEWSA have access to vital community programs and resources that support youth development, healthy…
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Spanish texts will increase love of reading at Jamesburg school
JAMESBURG – A selection of Spanish texts for early learners will help young students practice to read and develop a love of books. The LT Apparel Group of South Brunswick provided just under 100 storybooks to John F. Kennedy Elementary School (JFK) in Jamesburg, according to JFK Principal Pamela Hernandez. “Research tells us that early…
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Calendar listing for East Brunswick Sentinel
The Spotswood Library will hold Pioneer Day from 11 a.m. to noon on Feb. 3 at the library, 548 Main St., Spotswood. Learn how to make butter and create old-fashioned crafts. Come dressed in costume. For more information, call 732-251-1515. ** The Jamesburg Public Library will hold a new English-as-a-Second-Language (ESL) program from Feb. 1…
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Registration for ESL classes at Old Bridge Library begin Jan. 22
The Old Bridge Library will offer English as a Second Language (ESL) classes on Tuesday evenings from 7-8:30 p.m., and Wednesday mornings from 10-11:30 a.m. during February. The Tuesday classes begin Feb. 13 and the Wednesday classes start Feb. 14. Both classes are available to Old Bridge residents only, and generally end in mid-May.…
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South Brunswick Library seeks volunteers for ESL classes
The South Brunswick Library seeks volunteers to share their skills, enthusiasm and professional experience with adult English language learners. The library offers ESL/ELL and English Conversation Group classes on an ongoing basis. Volunteers must be age 18 or older. The library will provide resources, curriculum guides and training opportunities. For more information, contact Jill at 732-329-4000, ext. 7638…
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Citizenship and ESL classes at Old Bridge Library
The Old Bridge Public Library will offer a class on United States citizenship at 5:30 p.m. Aug. 14 and will begin registration for its English as a Second Language (ESL) classes that begin in September. The U.S. citizenship class “How to Become a U.S. Citizen” will be hosted by representatives from the U.S. Citizenship and…
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Kendall Park woman receives ESL award
Nguyet Pham of the Kendall Park section of South Brunswick was presented a $2,000 scholarship by the New Jersey Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages and Bilingual Educators in June. Also pictured is Richard Roy, associate chair of the Middlesex County College English as a Second Language Department.