Programs
Adult Literacy Programs | Family Literacy Programs | Other Programs and Services
Contact Literacy for Life Foundation at 403-652-5090 or lfladmin@telus.net for information on classes where an alternate number is not listed. Calling the alternate number will ensure the most up to date information however Literacy for Life staff is always available for questions and will ensure you are directed to the right location and number. Registration for some programs is carried out by the partners. Sessions are open to all families who live in the Municipal District of Foothills.
Adult Literacy Programs
Books for Babies
 Mom and baby receive a special bag sewn by volunteer community members from the Public Health Nurse that includes books, a library membership for baby and information on the importance of reading and talking to baby. At the 18 month visit with the Health Nurse the mom and toddler receive an envelope with another book, library membership, and information on reading and eye care.
Are you looking for a volunteer activity? The Books for Babies Committee is looking for people - any individuals or groups - in the Municipal District of Foothills #31 to sew bags for the Books for Babies Program. Click here for directions for making bags and where to drop them off.
Building Bridges Adult Literacy
Literacy Volunteer Tutoring
This service provides one-to-one help to learners, 18 and older with essential skills training, basic reading, and math and English skills.
English as a Second Language
Literacy for Life is continuing to offer instructions in English Language skills. These classes include reading, writing and conversation skills. Some of these classes are sponsored by FCEC in partnership with Literacy for Life. We are offering classes in Okotoks and High River. For more information on these classes please call 403-652-5090. Start date for this program will be September 13th, 2010.
General Equivalency Diploma Readiness Class
There are many people who have not completed high school and find themselves interested in pursuing a higher paying position or continuing with his or her education. For these people, studying and taking the GED (General Equivalency Development) test is a great option. Literacy for Life’s course will increase your language arts and math skills as a first step towards writing the GED examination. This is a FCEC program offered in partnership with Literacy for Life. Please call 403-652-5090 to pre-register. Start date for this program will be September 13th, 2010. Classes will be Mondays and Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 PM, for 11 weeks at the Oilfields High School in Black Diamond. Fee $75.00 includes GED Manual.
One on One Computing
For the new and the nervous computer users, get hands-on practice with relaxed one on one instruction. This service will be delivered by Literacy for Life, in partnership with the High River Library. To arrange for a one on one session, contact Virginia Tyler at 403-336-5048. This service will start in September, 2010.
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Family Literacy Programs
Building Blocks
Open to all parents with children between the ages of birth - 17. Trained Literacy Builders go into the home. The Builder shares ideas about learning and reading that gives parents tools that will help them help their children. This program is available on an ongoing basis from September to June.
Toddler Time
• Online Registration (choose program name and location)
Children will enjoy and learn language through rhymes, finger plays, music, songs, activities and simple stories. Parents/caregivers are the most important part of literacy building and are asked to stay with the children during the class. Siblings are welcome.
This program is a partnership between Literacy for Life and the High River Centennial Library.
Registration Details:
High River Toddler Time! (18 months to 3 years old) - High River Centennial Library
Fall 2010 Sessions: September- December 2010
- Registration Details: Begins on-line September 1st at www.litforlife.com telephone or in-person at the High River Centennial Library (403) 652-2917.
- Monday session: 10:30-11:00 AM (12 week session)
- Sept. 13, 20, 27
- Oct. 4, 18, 28
- Nov. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
- Dec. 6
Okotoks Toddler Time! (2 Year Olds) -
Okotoks Public Library
This program is a partnership between Literacy for Life and the Okotoks Public Library. You are permitted to register ONLY your own family for this program. Register in person or by calling (403)938-2220.
Fall 2010 Sessions: September- December 2010
- Registration date: Sept. 1 at 10:00 AM (6 week session)
- Monday session: 1:15 – 1:45 pm
- September 13, 20, 27
- October 4, 18 and 25
- Wednesday session: 10:30 - 11:00 am
- September 15, 22, 29
- October 6, 20 and 27
Turner Valley/Black Diamond Toddler Time! (2 and 3 Year Olds)
Lewis Memorial United Church
This program is a partnership between Literacy for Life and the Lewis Memorial United Church.
Fall 2010 Sessions: September - December 2010
- Registration Details: Begins on-line Sept. 1st at www.litforlife.com or by telephone at (403) 933-5092
- Wednesday session: 10:30 - 11:00am
- September 15, 22 and 29
- October 6, 13, 20 and 27th
- November 3, 10, 17 and 24th
- December 1
The church hosts a coffee and snack time from 11:00 - 11:15am. Arrive early for your program so you can connect with other parents and children in your community.
Rhythm and Rhyme
• Online Registration (choose program name and location)
Are you and your baby ready to get our and meet new people while learning songs, rhymes and tips for development? This is a program for caregivers and babies newborn to 15 months.
High River Rhythm and Rhyme (Newborn to 15 months)
High River Centennial Library
Fall 2010 Session: September- December 2010
- Registration Details: Begins on-line September 1st at www.litforlife.com or by telephone or in-person at the High River Centennial Library (403) 652-2917.
- Monday session: 10:30 - 11:00 am (12 week session)
- September 13, 20 and 27th
- October 4, 18 and 25
- November 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 and
- December 6th
This program is a partnership between Literacy for Life and the High River Centennial Library.
Okotoks Rhythm and Rhyme! (Newborn to 12 months)
Okotoks Public Library
This program is a partnership between Literacy for Life and the Okotoks Public Library.
Fall 2010 Session: September- December 2010
- Registration Details: Begins on-line September 1st at www.litforlife.com or by telephone at Literacy for Life (403) 652-5090
- Wednesday session: 1:00 – 1:30pm (10 week session)
- September 15, 22, 29
- October 6, 20, 27
- November 10, 17, 24
- December 1st
Okotoks Rhythm and Rhyme (12-24 months)
This program is a partnership between Literacy for Life and the Okotoks Public Library
Fall 2010 Session: September- December 2010
- Registration Details: Begins on-line September 1st at www.litforlife.com or by telephone at Literacy for Life (403) 652-5090
- Wednesday Session: 2:00-2:30 PM (10 week session)
- September 15, 22, 29
- October 6, 20, 27
- November 10, 17, 24
- December 1st
Crystal Shores Beach House
This program is a partnership between Literacy for Life and the Crystal Shores Beach House.
Fall Session 2010: Sept 16 – Dec 2, 2010
- Registration Details: Begins on-line September 1st at www.litforlife.com or by telephone at Literacy for Life (403) 652-5090
- Thursday Session: 10:30 – 11:00 AM (10 week session)
- September 16, 23, 30
- October 7, 21, 28
- November 4, 18, 25
- December 2nd
Turner Valley/Black Diamond Rhythm and Rhyme (0-15 months)
Lewis Memorial United Church
This program is a partnership between Literacy for Life and the Lewis Memorial United Church.
Fall 2010 Session: September- December 2010
- Registration Details: Begins on-line September 1st at www.litforlife.com or by telephone at Literacy for Life (403) 652-5092
- Wednesday Session: 11:15-11:45 AM (12 week session)
- September 15, 22, 29
- October 6, 13, 20, 27
- November 3, 10, 17, 24
- December 1st
The church hosts a coffee and snack time from 11:00 am - 11:15 am. Stay after the program so you can connect with other parents and children in your community.
Seniors and Babies Rhythm and Rhyme!
• Online Registration (choose program name and location)
Experience how much joy your brand new baby can offer. Show them off while sharing in rhymes, songs and early literacy strategies with seniors. For parents/caregivers with babies 0-15 months. Seniors fully participate in the program.
High River-Medicine Tree Manor (Newborn to 15 months)
This program is a partnership between Literacy for Life, the High River Centennial Library and the Medicine Tree Manor.
Fall 2010 Session: September- December 2010
- Registration Details: Begins on-line September 1st at www.litforlife.com telephone or in-person at the High River Centennial Library (403)652-2917.
- Monday Session: 2:30-3:00 PM (12 week session)
- September 13, 20 and 27th
- October 4, 18 and 25
- November 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
- December 6th
Okotoks-Sandstone Lodge
This program is a partnership between Literacy for Life and The Sandstone Lodge.
Fall 2010 Session: September- December 2010
- Registration Details: Begins on-line September 1st at www.litforlife.com or by contacting Bonnie at (403) 938-2959
- Monday Session:10:30-11:00 AM (12 week session)
- September 13, 20 and 27th
- October 4, 18 and 25
- November 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
- December 6th
Black Diamond-High Country Lodge
This program is a partnership between Literacy for Life and the High Country Lodge.
Fall 2010 Session: September- December 2010
- Registration Details: Begins on-line September 1st at www.litforlife.com or by contacting Bonnie at (403) 938-2959
- Tuesday Session: 10:30 - 11:00am (11 week session)
- September 14, 21, 28
- October 5, 19, 26
- November 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
Book Buddies/Food Fun
• Online Registration (choose program name and location)
2 exciting programs for parents and children (3-4 year olds). Food Fun lets parents and children explore snack making while learning how easy it is to have everyone involved. Book Buddies allows the magic of reading and sharing stories come alive, while making books out of everyday household items.
High River Centennial Library
Fall 2010 Session: September- December 2010
- Registration Details: Begins on-line September 1st at www.litforlife.com or by telephone or in-person at the High River Centennial Library (403) 652-2917.
- Monday Session: 11:30-12:00 PM (12 week session)
- September 13, 20 and 27th
- October 4, 18 and 25
- November 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
- December 6th
Sheep River Library-Black Diamond
Fall 2010 Session: September- December 2010
- Wednesday Session: 1:00-1:45 PM (12 week session)
- September 15, 22, 29
- October 6, 13, 20 and 27
- November 3
Dog Tales - NEW PILOT!
• Online Registration
This program is a partnership between Literacy for Life, Okotoks Public Library and our Volunteers who bring the dogs with jobs.
This program is designed to pair children (ages 8-12) struggling to find joy in reading and a dog who will do nothing but listen. The dogs are screened for gentle character and good habit.
Fall 2010 Session: September- December 2010
- Registration Details: Begins on-line September 1st at www.litforlife.com or by contacting Bonnie at (403) 938-2959
- Wednesday Session: 4:30-5:30 PM (7 week session)
- September 29
- October 6, 13, 20, 27
- November 3, 10
C.O.W. (Classroom on Wheels) Bus
Allow the C.O.W. bus to take you on a journey into literacy. Parents with preschool children will enjoy the many activities the bus has to offer. Look forward to the visit in your community. Check back at www.litforlife.com for upcoming details, or visit your local Library.
Black Diamond-Sheep River Library- October 5, 2010 11:00- 7:00 PM
High River- High River Centennial Library- October 6, 2010 11:00- 7:00 PM
Okotoks- Okotoks Public library- October 7th, 2010 11:00- 7:00 PM
Celebrating Family Literacy Day- January 27th, 2011
Scary, spooky, true or not- writing a family story is a great way to bring literacy into the home. Join in our Regional Family Literacy Day Contest. Local and regional prizes to be won. Visit your local library or www.litforlife.com to find out more about this upcoming event.
Pool Rhyme
Time
Pool Rhyme Time is an innovative program that combines aquatic instruction with rhymes, songs and stories. This program is available for public use and may be photocopied and adapted for use in your community. The only restriction is that Literacy for Life Foundation is acknowledged as the developer of the program.
Check out Rae Pica’s website at www.movingandlearning.com for information on how literacy and movement are linked.
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Other Programs and Services
- Resource Sharing
- Stories in a Bag
- Workshops
- Adolescent Support
- Public Awareness
No Fee for Services.
Donations Welcomed.
Income tax receipt for donations
$10 and more.
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