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Learn English at the Library!

English as a Second Language

Next Sessions:

March 3 - March 24, 2021
Mondays and Wednesdays, 5:30 - 7:00 PM

Our ESL classes are now held using Zoom! These online sessions are for intermediate or high-level beginners. And, as always, our classes are free of charge.

Contact Information

Rosella Garcia, Literacy Coordinator: 769-3541, ext. 337
Please call with any questions, or to sign up. Leave your name and number if you are thinking about attending so we can plan for materials!

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English as a Second Language

Mon, May 03, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Merrillville Branch Library Zoom Room

English Classes are for participants who are learning English as a second language. Virtual class is for intermediate level students. Classes are free.

Wed, May 05, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Merrillville Branch Library - Zoom

English Classes are for participants who are learning English as a second language. Virtual class is for intermediate level students. Classes are free.

Mon, May 10, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Merrillville Branch Library Zoom Room

English Classes are for participants who are learning English as a second language. Virtual class is for intermediate level students. Classes are free.

Wed, May 12, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Merrillville Branch Library - Zoom

English Classes are for participants who are learning English as a second language. Virtual class is for intermediate level students. Classes are free.

Mon, May 17, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Merrillville Branch Library Zoom Room

English Classes are for participants who are learning English as a second language. Virtual class is for intermediate level students. Classes are free.

Wed, May 19, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Merrillville Branch Library - Zoom

English Classes are for participants who are learning English as a second language. Virtual class is for intermediate level students. Classes are free.

Mon, May 24, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Merrillville Branch Library Zoom Room

English Classes are for participants who are learning English as a second language. Virtual class is for intermediate level students. Classes are free.

Wed, May 26, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Merrillville Branch Library - Zoom

English Classes are for participants who are learning English as a second language. Virtual class is for intermediate level students. Classes are free.

Citizenship Classes

Intermediate English skills required

When: January 14 - March 12, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:30 - 11:00 AM
Where: Merrillville Branch, Meeting Room C

Come learn about what to expect when applying for citizenship in the U.S. We will help you learn the necessary civic information while also improving your English language skills so you can pass the reading, writing and speaking parts of the exam. Students taking this class must have at least intermediate level English-speaking skills (see our English as a Second Language classes).

Citizenship Instructors and Student

We Need Volunteers!

Is English your first language? Would you like to share it? Join our volunteer team of teachers!

Volunteer teachers commit to three 10-week sessions throughout the year (about 5 hours/week Mondays & Wednesdays while class is in session). If you'd like to help out, give us a call at (219) 769-3541, ext 337.

Thank you! Our ESL classes wouldn't be possible without you!

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