Jill Burkland Hello Jill! Can you tell us about your childhood and your background (of education, career, places to live, and everything you want readers to know about you. I grew up in a small town in rural Minnesota, with a population of 2,000 made up primarily of descendants of Scandinavian and German immigrants. For … Continue reading Meet the Tutor:Jill Burkland
Obituary and Final Letter: Andrea Hauge Bacon
Andrea Cathryn (Olsen) Hauge Bacon passed away peacefully on October 15, 2024 in Ripon WI. She was born May 7, 1932 in Crookston, Minnesota, to Elma (Thorson) Olsen and Oluf T. Olsen, the first of twins. Andrea, "Dede", grew up in Climax, Minnesota, along with her identical twin sister, Evangeline, "Doddy", and their brother Homer, … Continue reading Obituary and Final Letter: Andrea Hauge Bacon
In Loving Memory of Andrea Hauge Bacon (1932–2024)
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Andrea Hauge Bacon, who peacefully left us at the age of 92 in Ripon, WI on October 15th, 2024. Andrea was a guiding light in our community, dedicating two decades of her life as the Director of the Elaine Bacon Literacy Program and remaining … Continue reading In Loving Memory of Andrea Hauge Bacon (1932–2024)
Fun Places by Chelsea Wang
New York City, NY New York City is a fun city and one of my favorite places. NYC is crazy about the fashion, diversity and food. When you walk on the street, you will always see many chain stores of global clothing brands. People wear different clothes, different brands and different colors, and some clothes … Continue reading Fun Places by Chelsea Wang
Lovely Small Community-based Children’s Library in Bandung, West Java
Hi, my name is Cindy. I joined the Elaine Bacon Literacy Program in February of 2023. I knew about this program from Puti who is my colleague and director of the children’s library. The children's library in Bandung, West Java, Indonesia, named “Pustakalana Children’s Library” is a not-for-profit community library. Many volunteers contribute to keep … Continue reading Lovely Small Community-based Children’s Library in Bandung, West Java
Conversation Partner: Lois Jambekar
Being part of the ESL Conversational Partners Program has been an enlightening and enjoyable experience for me. Both of my partners, Dejlah Alerzerj from Iraq and Aline Freitas from Brazil are delightful people. I admire both of them because they are so outgoing and work hard to learn English, make friends, and participate in numerous … Continue reading Conversation Partner: Lois Jambekar
Learning Furoshiki
At our recent International Neighbors meeting, Puti Ceniza introduced us to the art of furoshiki—an age-old Japanese technique of wrapping items in beautifully designed cloth. With 20 eager participants, we explored practical ways to incorporate this sustainable practice into our daily lives. During the workshop, Puti demonstrated several basic techniques, including the classic 'bento' wrap … Continue reading Learning Furoshiki
International Neighbors Fall Schedule
We are thrilled to share International Neighbors Diary Dates for Fall 2024! Please see the attached flyer for all the wonderful activities we have planned. From cultural learning experiences to fun crafts and celebrations, there's something for everyone! Our gatherings are every Thursday, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM at Portage Lake United Church, Houghton, MI. Feel free … Continue reading International Neighbors Fall Schedule
Students Testimony From the Chinese Class
Heather Powers I’m a Digital Content Manager in University Marketing and Communications at Michigan Tech. I love sci-fiction and fantasy movies, books, and television shows. I have lived in Houghton for over 20 years. Also, I have always had an interest in the history, the people, and the culture of China. I love learning about … Continue reading Students Testimony From the Chinese Class
Chinese Language Classes Now Offered to the Community
Since 1969, the volunteers of the Elaine Bacon Literacy Program (EBLP) have devoted themselves to the teaching of English to international adults in the Copper Country, while our sister program, International Neighbors, has focused on the culture, customs, and foods of other countries. Over the years, EBLP has introduced several changes, such as online lessons, … Continue reading Chinese Language Classes Now Offered to the Community
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