We are thrilled to announce that the Elaine Bacon Literacy Program has once again been accepted to participate in the annual Copper Shores Giving Tuesday campaign to take place at the Copper Country Mall on December 2, from 10:00 to 6:00. We will have a booth set up with information about our program and an … Continue reading Giving Tuesday Returns for 2025!
Journaling Our Stories with Rehema
We had such a wonderful time today at our Journaling to Write a Memoir workshop with Dr. Rehema! A total of 10 participants from the EBLP community and the public joined us at the library for a morning - noon of writing, reflection, and good conversation with new friends. Rehema walked us through simple but … Continue reading Journaling Our Stories with Rehema
Journaling to Write a Memoir
We’re excited to invite you to a special writing workshop hosted by the Elaine Bacon Literacy Program: Journaling to Write a MemoirA 90-minute session designed to help new writers begin capturing the stories that have shaped their lives. Date: Friday, August 22 Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM Location: Portage Lake District Library West Conference Room Instructor: Dr. Rehema Clarken Dr. Rehema Clarken is … Continue reading Journaling to Write a Memoir
Remembering Lida Ryszarda Pelc
We are saddened to share the news that our former member, Lida Ryszarda Pelc, passed away on Sunday. Lida was a cherished part of our community, known for her warmth, creativity, and enduring connection to International Neighbors, even after moving away. Lida first joined the Hancock Home Study Club during the 1989–1990 year and later … Continue reading Remembering Lida Ryszarda Pelc
Wrapping Up for Summer: Sharing Stories and Reflections
Today was the last session of the Randy and Jill's class before our summer break, and we had a really special time together. This morning, the class were attended by Judy, Sabrina, Patria, Pichai, Puti, and Taegyu. Jill brought four great questions that led us into a meaningful and honest conversation about home, life in … Continue reading Wrapping Up for Summer: Sharing Stories and Reflections
Student Testimonial: Yi Wang
I’m Yi Wang. I arrived in Houghton three years ago, to support my husband’s PhD study at Michigan Technological University. While adapting to a completely new academic and cultural environment, improving my English and becoming a student at MTU were my top priorities, and joining the EBLP program about a year ago turned out to … Continue reading Student Testimonial: Yi Wang
A Cool Adventure Underground: EBLP Visits the Delaware Mine
With summer sun shining down and temperatures reaching into the high 80s, the Elaine Bacon Literacy Program took a much-anticipated trip to the historic Delaware Mine in Mohawk. It turned out to be a perfect day to go 100 steps underground—into the cool, shadowy past of Michigan’s mining history. The Delaware Mine, first opened in … Continue reading A Cool Adventure Underground: EBLP Visits the Delaware Mine
Meet the Tutor: Randall Freisinger
For this month's Elaine Bacon Literacy Program spotlight, we are thrilled to introduce Randall Freisinger, one of our dedicated tutors. With decades of teaching experience and a passion for language and culture, Randay brings a warm and thoughtful presence to every session. Get to know more about him and the journey that brought him to … Continue reading Meet the Tutor: Randall Freisinger
Celebrating National Library Week
National Library Week is a time to honor and recognize the valuable role that libraries and their staff play in communities across the country. Held annually in April, National Library Week serves as a reminder of the essential services libraries provide—promoting literacy, education, and lifelong learning, all while being a welcoming place for everyone. Silent … Continue reading Celebrating National Library Week
Jordanian Cuisine With Salma Ayasra
We’re excited for special presentation tomorrow by Salma Ayasra, who will be sharing about her home country, Jordan! Here’s a little introduction from Salma herself: "My name is Salma, I am from a city called Jerash in Jordan. I’m a 26-year-old wife and doctor. I love cooking, hiking, traveling, chasing sunsets, and—studying!" The presentation will focus on Jordanian … Continue reading Jordanian Cuisine With Salma Ayasra
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