The ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ Community Literacy Center’s mission is to work with families of the Kenosha community to advance education centered on joy through literacy programs and activities. We plan to offer a variety of literacy-related programming opportunities to elementary and middle school students, and to young families.
For more information about the center, please contact Professor Jackie Easley, director of the ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ Community Literacy Center, at jeasley@carthage.edu.
Location
Kenosha Emerging Leaders Academy 2222 63rd Street, Kenosha, WI
Little Free Library
Stop by our Little Free Library and pick up a book or share a book! We have several pamphlets available to assist young families in setting up their children for success in becoming readers and writers!
Reading Tune-Ups
Teachers and Parents: Do you have a reader that would benefit from an extra boost in developing their reading skills while focusing on joyful interactions with books? Contact Jackie Easley at jeasley@carthage.edu to set up an appointment.
Participate in Upcoming Events
Plan to participate in any of the following spring 2026 programs and activities. All are FREE!
All Programs take place at the Kenosha Emerging Leaders Academy: 2222 63rd St., Kenosha
VALENTINE’S DAY CARDS AND TREATS WORKSHOP~Kids ages 5 - 8 who want to make creative cards and tasty treats for their friends and families are invited to stop by the Literacy Center for a workshop on how to make these special items!
WHEN:Tuesday, February 10, from 4:00 - 5:00pm
NEW READERS’ ADVENTURES~Kids ages 5 - 8 are invited to join us for fun activities using leveled readers that provide practice using their new reading skills. We’ll enjoy creative activities and games together based on the books we’ve read. Snacks and take-home handouts included.
WHEN: Thursdays, 4:00 - 5:00pm, on the following dates:
February 19, 2026: focusing on Black History
March 19, 2026: friendship theme
April 16, 2026: spring fun theme
May 21, 2026: art and music theme
YOUNG AUTHORS CLUB~Calling all future authors ages 9 and up! You are invited to join our Young Authors Club, where we participate in creative writing activities and work on publishing our own literature and arts magazine. Snacks included!
WHEN: Tuesdays, 4:30 - 5:30pm, on the following dates:
February 17, 2026
March 24, 2026
April 21, 2026
May 19, 2026
ENGLISH LANGUAGE COOKING CLASS~Young adults age 11 and up are invited to practice and apply your English speaking skills by cooking tasty meals with us. Open to all who are interested in developing either their English skills or their cooking skills…or both!
WHEN: 5 - 7pm on the following dates:
Thursday, April 2
Thursday, May 14
NATIONAL CHILDREN’S BOOK WEEK CELEBRATION~Families are invited to participate in a carousel of activities in honor of 2026 Children’s Book Week, focusing on their theme, “Books: Get Curious!” We will joyfully engage in fun activities designed to motivate children and their caregivers to read for pleasure. Books, crafts, games, refreshments, and take-home packets will all be provided free of charge.
WHEN: SATURDAY, MAY 9, DROP IN ANYTIME BETWEEN 10 - NOON
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