The Literacy Project

08/31/2026

Having a library card hits all the right notes! The American Library Association is welcoming Icelandic-Chinese composer, singer, producer, and multi-instrumentalist Laufey as honorary chair of Library Card Sign-up Month which officially begins tomorrow! As honorary chair, Laufey will spotlight the importance of library cards and the options having one provides for people of all ages.

A two-time recipient of the GRAMMY® Award for Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album, Laufey has captivated a generation with her music. An avid reader, she founded the Laufey Book Club in 2022 and her first children’s picture book, "Mei Mei The Bunny," is a New York Times Bestseller.

08/26/2026

Today we mourn the loss of a true literacy advocate - Dolly Parton. Since 1995, Parton’s Imagination Library has been dedicated to inspiring a love of reading by gifting free books to children from birth to age five. Inspired by her father’s inability to read or write, Parton started the Imagination Library for the kids living in her home county. Today, the program spans five countries and gifts millions of free books each month to children around the world.

08/24/2026

We are hiring!

English as a Second Language Instructor: $30/hour, Part Time

General Description:
Under the direction of the Adult Literacy Coordinator, the primary responsibility of the English as a Second Language Instructor is to plan and teach these classes.

Schedule & Locations:
Classes are 1.5 hours each and multiple positions are available. Instructors are welcome to apply for all classes or just one location/day:

· Monday/Wednesday 6-7:30pm (Avon)
· Thursday 5-6:30pm (Gypsum)

Classes may be Basic, Beginner, Intermediate, or Advanced level. Please let us know which level(s) you’d like to teach.

Hours: 2 to 6 hours per week (depending on how many classes/locations)

Here is the list of Essential Duties for this position: https://mountaincareers.com/job/the-literacy-project-vail-valley-co-29-english-as-a-second-language-instructor-multiple-avon-gypsum/

To apply, please send your resume and a short note including:

· Which night(s)/location(s) you’re interested in
· Which level(s) you’re comfortable teaching (Beginner/Basic and/or Intermediate/Advanced
· Send to [email protected]

08/19/2026

Wishing all the Eagle County students a happy back-to-school week!

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08/15/2026

08/09/2026

Happy National Book Lovers Day! We encourage you to celebrate by picking up a physical book to read - whether that’s at an independent bookstore like The Bookworm of Edwards or during a visit to one of the Eagle Valley Library District locations!

If you have some books that you’re ready to pass on, donate them to a child, give them to a friend or family member, or find a little library in town. Also, remember to support local authors!

08/04/2026

Thank you Brooke Heather Photography for capturing such a memorable event! We loved seeing everyone come together to welcome Shilpi Somaya Gowda and celebrate literacy. Also, thank you 4 Eagle Ranch for providing a lovely venue and backdrop!

07/30/2026

The ladies of Liv Sothebys International Realty enjoyed their time at this year's luncehon! Thank you for supporting us and for being the event's title sponsor. Our 25th year was the biggest and most successful to date and we could not have done it without you!

📸 Brooke Heather Photography

07/15/2026

Thank you to everyone who attended and took part in making yesterday's Annual Luncheon an enormous success! With over 300 attendees, this year was our biggest yet. A special thank you to our featured speaker Shilpi Somaya Gowda, event partner The Bookworm of Edwards, title sponsor Liv Sothebys International Realty, venue 4 Eagle Ranch, artist The Grove Gallery - Jenifer Hammond Art, and calligrapher Lauren Perry of Wild Sage Calligraphy. We appreciate all of you!

Stay tuned for more photos....

07/13/2026

Tomorrow is the big day and we can’t wait to see everyone at our Annual Luncheon! Here is everything you need to know:

Date: Tuesday, July 14, 2026
Time: 11am - 2pm
Location: 4 Eagle Ranch, 4098 Colorado 131, Wolcott

Featured Speaker: Shilpi Somaya Gowda, author of "Secret Daughter," "The Golden Son," "The Shape of Family," and "A Great Country"

What's Included: Catered lunch, select beer and wine, and spectacular views.

Helpful Reminder: Wear comfortable shoes and dress for warm weather. Also, carpooling is encouraged. See you soon!