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SUMMARY:Free ESL Classes at The Literacy and Learning Center
DESCRIPTION:Join us for free ESL classes at The Literacy & Learning Center!
 \nTuesdays\n6 – 7 pm \nAt The Literacy & Learning Center
URL:https://thelaurelmagazine.com/local-event/free-esl-online-classes-with-the-literacy-and-learning-center/2026-07-21
LOCATION:The Literacy & Learning Center\, 675 S 4th Street\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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SUMMARY:Adventure Camp at The Literacy & Learning Center
DESCRIPTION:Join Kara Long and Carolyn Middlebrooks for an action-packed Adventure Camp!  \nKids will explore Highlands on small walking field trips\, play exciting outdoor games\, and enjoy a day full of fun. Please make sure to pack a lunch. \n1st – 4th Grade
URL:https://thelaurelmagazine.com/local-event/adventure-camp-at-the-literacy-learning-center/2026-07-22
LOCATION:The Literacy & Learning Center\, 675 S 4th Street\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Education
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T175010Z
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SUMMARY:Tech Time at Hudson Library
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever received the gift of a new digital device\, like an iPad\, smartphone or laptop\, but had no idea how to use it? Hudson Library has the perfect solution- \nTech Time sessions offer one-on-one help on any personal digital device. Tech Time is a chance for residents of all ages to bring their devices and ask any questions. Learn how to set up an email account\, mute your cell phone\, back up and store files\, and more. \nTech Times are free. No library card is required and no appointment is necessary. Services are offered on a first-come\, first-served basis. \n 
URL:https://thelaurelmagazine.com/local-event/tech-time-at-hudson-library/2026-07-22
LOCATION:Hudson Library\, 554 Main St\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTAMP:20260317T143023Z
CREATED:20260317T143023Z
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SUMMARY:Citizenship Class with Faviola Olvera at The Literacy & Learning Center
DESCRIPTION:Ready to take the next step toward U.S. citizenship? 🇺🇸 The Literacy & Learning Center is here to support your journey with our FREE weekly Citizenship Class!\n \nLed by Faviola Olvera\, this program is designed to help you navigate the naturalization exam with total confidence. \nWhat We Cover:\n \nEnglish Test Prep: Practice the speaking\, reading\, and writing skills needed for the exam.\nReading & Writing Proficiency: Get structured practice for the specific sentences you’ll need to read and write during the official test.\nCivics Test: We cover all 100 possible questions on U.S. history and government\, including the principles of democracy and the system of government. \nWednesdays 5:30-7 PM
URL:https://thelaurelmagazine.com/local-event/citizenship-class-with-faviola-olvera-at-the-literacy-learning-center/2026-07-22
LOCATION:The Literacy & Learning Center\, 675 S 4th Street\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Education
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SUMMARY:Adventure Camp at The Literacy & Learning Center
DESCRIPTION:Join Kara Long and Carolyn Middlebrooks for an action-packed Adventure Camp!  \nKids will explore Highlands on small walking field trips\, play exciting outdoor games\, and enjoy a day full of fun. Please make sure to pack a lunch. \n1st – 4th Grade
URL:https://thelaurelmagazine.com/local-event/adventure-camp-at-the-literacy-learning-center/2026-07-23
LOCATION:The Literacy & Learning Center\, 675 S 4th Street\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Education
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CREATED:20260720T142737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260720T142737Z
UID:120873-1784829600-1784829600@thelaurelmagazine.com
SUMMARY:Zahner Conservation Lecture Series at Highlands Nature Center
DESCRIPTION:André Michaux in North America: Revealing the Botanical Treasures of the Carolinas \nFeatured Speaker | Dana Beach\, Founder and former Executive Director\, SC Coastal Conservation League\, Board Member\, Butler Parklands \nDana explores the remarkable legacy of 18th-century botanist André Michaux\, tracing his expeditions from the Carolina coast to the Southern Appalachians and his foundational contributions to North American botany. Blending science\, history\, and adventure\, the talk highlights the discovery and rediscovery of the rare Oconee bell (Shortia galacifolia)\, the intersection of botany and early American exploration\, and the lasting impact of Michaux’s work on the region’s rich plant life. \nSponsored by Ruthie & Berry Edwards
URL:https://thelaurelmagazine.com/local-event/zahner-conservation-lecture-series-at-highlands-nature-center-5
LOCATION:Highlands Nature Center\, 930 Horse Cove Rd\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741
CATEGORIES:Community,Education
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SUMMARY:Adventure Camp at The Literacy & Learning Center
DESCRIPTION:Join Kara Long and Carolyn Middlebrooks for an action-packed Adventure Camp!  \nKids will explore Highlands on small walking field trips\, play exciting outdoor games\, and enjoy a day full of fun. Please make sure to pack a lunch. \n1st – 4th Grade
URL:https://thelaurelmagazine.com/local-event/adventure-camp-at-the-literacy-learning-center/2026-07-24
LOCATION:The Literacy & Learning Center\, 675 S 4th Street\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T180000
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UID:103625-1785261600-1785265200@thelaurelmagazine.com
SUMMARY:Free ESL Classes at The Literacy and Learning Center
DESCRIPTION:Join us for free ESL classes at The Literacy & Learning Center!
 \nTuesdays\n6 – 7 pm \nAt The Literacy & Learning Center
URL:https://thelaurelmagazine.com/local-event/free-esl-online-classes-with-the-literacy-and-learning-center/2026-07-28
LOCATION:The Literacy & Learning Center\, 675 S 4th Street\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thelaurelmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/highlands-nc-community-education-literacy-learning-center-logo.jpg
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CREATED:20260422T181414Z
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SUMMARY:Tinker Time for Tots at The Literacy & Learning Center
DESCRIPTION:Little hands\, big imagination! \nJoin us for Tinker Time for Tots — a free\, playful hour designed for toddlers and their caregivers. \nEach session sparks creativity through hands-on activities that build curiosity and connection.
URL:https://thelaurelmagazine.com/local-event/tinker-time-for-tots-at-the-literacy-learning-center/2026-07-29
LOCATION:The Literacy & Learning Center\, 675 S 4th Street\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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SUMMARY:Citizenship Class with Faviola Olvera at The Literacy & Learning Center
DESCRIPTION:Ready to take the next step toward U.S. citizenship? 🇺🇸 The Literacy & Learning Center is here to support your journey with our FREE weekly Citizenship Class!\n \nLed by Faviola Olvera\, this program is designed to help you navigate the naturalization exam with total confidence. \nWhat We Cover:\n \nEnglish Test Prep: Practice the speaking\, reading\, and writing skills needed for the exam.\nReading & Writing Proficiency: Get structured practice for the specific sentences you’ll need to read and write during the official test.\nCivics Test: We cover all 100 possible questions on U.S. history and government\, including the principles of democracy and the system of government. \nWednesdays 5:30-7 PM
URL:https://thelaurelmagazine.com/local-event/citizenship-class-with-faviola-olvera-at-the-literacy-learning-center/2026-07-29
LOCATION:The Literacy & Learning Center\, 675 S 4th Street\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thelaurelmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/highlands-nc-education-literacy-learning-center-citizenship-class.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T180000
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CREATED:20260720T143154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260720T143154Z
UID:120879-1785434400-1785434400@thelaurelmagazine.com
SUMMARY:Zahner Conservation Lecture Series at Highlands Nature Center
DESCRIPTION:Connecting Appalachia: Wildlife Connectivity\, Corridors\, and Road Crossings \nFeatured Speaker | Liz Hillard\, PhD\, Senior Wildlife Biologist-Appalachian Region for Wildlands Network \nThis talk explores efforts to understand and improve wildlife connectivity across the Appalachian region\, from local road crossing projects to large-scale corridor planning. It will highlight how wildlife crossing structures\, habitat connectivity\, and landscape scale conservation vision can work together to improve wildlife conservation. \nSponsored by Lori & Ed Heys
URL:https://thelaurelmagazine.com/local-event/zahner-conservation-lecture-series-at-highlands-nature-center-6
LOCATION:Highlands Nature Center\, 930 Horse Cove Rd\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741
CATEGORIES:Community,Education
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T190000
DTSTAMP:20260204T151123Z
CREATED:20250611T174026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T151123Z
UID:103626-1785866400-1785870000@thelaurelmagazine.com
SUMMARY:Free ESL Classes at The Literacy and Learning Center
DESCRIPTION:Join us for free ESL classes at The Literacy & Learning Center!
 \nTuesdays\n6 – 7 pm \nAt The Literacy & Learning Center
URL:https://thelaurelmagazine.com/local-event/free-esl-online-classes-with-the-literacy-and-learning-center/2026-08-04
LOCATION:The Literacy & Learning Center\, 675 S 4th Street\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thelaurelmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/highlands-nc-community-education-literacy-learning-center-logo.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T190000
DTSTAMP:20260317T143023Z
CREATED:20260317T143023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T143023Z
UID:116132-1785951000-1785956400@thelaurelmagazine.com
SUMMARY:Citizenship Class with Faviola Olvera at The Literacy & Learning Center
DESCRIPTION:Ready to take the next step toward U.S. citizenship? 🇺🇸 The Literacy & Learning Center is here to support your journey with our FREE weekly Citizenship Class!\n \nLed by Faviola Olvera\, this program is designed to help you navigate the naturalization exam with total confidence. \nWhat We Cover:\n \nEnglish Test Prep: Practice the speaking\, reading\, and writing skills needed for the exam.\nReading & Writing Proficiency: Get structured practice for the specific sentences you’ll need to read and write during the official test.\nCivics Test: We cover all 100 possible questions on U.S. history and government\, including the principles of democracy and the system of government. \nWednesdays 5:30-7 PM
URL:https://thelaurelmagazine.com/local-event/citizenship-class-with-faviola-olvera-at-the-literacy-learning-center/2026-08-05
LOCATION:The Literacy & Learning Center\, 675 S 4th Street\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T180000
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DTSTAMP:20260720T143656Z
CREATED:20260720T143656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260720T143656Z
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SUMMARY:Zahner Conservation Lecture Series at Highlands Nature Center
DESCRIPTION:Plastic Pollution on the Plateau: An Overview of Microplastics Research in the Southern Appalachians \nFeatured Speaker | Jason Love\, Associate Director of Highlands Biological Station\, Western Carolina University \nMicroplastics are a growing environmental and human health concern. Recent research from HBS and others shows that microplastics are being deposited from the atmosphere\, where they end up in the environment\, including soils\, forested headwater streams\, valley rivers\, and in both terrestrial and aquatic animals. This presentation will provide an overview of plastic pollution\, including research from the Plateau and surrounding region. \nSponsored by Paul Manos & Diane Lennox
URL:https://thelaurelmagazine.com/local-event/zahner-conservation-lecture-series-at-highlands-nature-center-7
LOCATION:Highlands Nature Center\, 930 Horse Cove Rd\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741
CATEGORIES:Community,Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thelaurelmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/highlands-nc-nature-center-zahner-lecture-series-plastic-pollution-plateau-jason-love.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Highlands Biological Station":MAILTO:sonya@highlandsbiological.org
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CREATED:20250611T174026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T151123Z
UID:103627-1786471200-1786474800@thelaurelmagazine.com
SUMMARY:Free ESL Classes at The Literacy and Learning Center
DESCRIPTION:Join us for free ESL classes at The Literacy & Learning Center!
 \nTuesdays\n6 – 7 pm \nAt The Literacy & Learning Center
URL:https://thelaurelmagazine.com/local-event/free-esl-online-classes-with-the-literacy-and-learning-center/2026-08-11
LOCATION:The Literacy & Learning Center\, 675 S 4th Street\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T150000
DTSTAMP:20260113T175010Z
CREATED:20230221T173551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T175010Z
UID:72389-1786539600-1786546800@thelaurelmagazine.com
SUMMARY:Tech Time at Hudson Library
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever received the gift of a new digital device\, like an iPad\, smartphone or laptop\, but had no idea how to use it? Hudson Library has the perfect solution- \nTech Time sessions offer one-on-one help on any personal digital device. Tech Time is a chance for residents of all ages to bring their devices and ask any questions. Learn how to set up an email account\, mute your cell phone\, back up and store files\, and more. \nTech Times are free. No library card is required and no appointment is necessary. Services are offered on a first-come\, first-served basis. \n 
URL:https://thelaurelmagazine.com/local-event/tech-time-at-hudson-library/2026-08-12
LOCATION:Hudson Library\, 554 Main St\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thelaurelmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/highlands-nc-hudson-library-tech-time.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T190000
DTSTAMP:20260317T143023Z
CREATED:20260317T143023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T143023Z
UID:116133-1786555800-1786561200@thelaurelmagazine.com
SUMMARY:Citizenship Class with Faviola Olvera at The Literacy & Learning Center
DESCRIPTION:Ready to take the next step toward U.S. citizenship? 🇺🇸 The Literacy & Learning Center is here to support your journey with our FREE weekly Citizenship Class!\n \nLed by Faviola Olvera\, this program is designed to help you navigate the naturalization exam with total confidence. \nWhat We Cover:\n \nEnglish Test Prep: Practice the speaking\, reading\, and writing skills needed for the exam.\nReading & Writing Proficiency: Get structured practice for the specific sentences you’ll need to read and write during the official test.\nCivics Test: We cover all 100 possible questions on U.S. history and government\, including the principles of democracy and the system of government. \nWednesdays 5:30-7 PM
URL:https://thelaurelmagazine.com/local-event/citizenship-class-with-faviola-olvera-at-the-literacy-learning-center/2026-08-12
LOCATION:The Literacy & Learning Center\, 675 S 4th Street\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thelaurelmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/highlands-nc-education-literacy-learning-center-citizenship-class.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260818T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260818T190000
DTSTAMP:20260204T151123Z
CREATED:20250611T174026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T151123Z
UID:103628-1787076000-1787079600@thelaurelmagazine.com
SUMMARY:Free ESL Classes at The Literacy and Learning Center
DESCRIPTION:Join us for free ESL classes at The Literacy & Learning Center!
 \nTuesdays\n6 – 7 pm \nAt The Literacy & Learning Center
URL:https://thelaurelmagazine.com/local-event/free-esl-online-classes-with-the-literacy-and-learning-center/2026-08-18
LOCATION:The Literacy & Learning Center\, 675 S 4th Street\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thelaurelmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/highlands-nc-community-education-literacy-learning-center-logo.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T190000
DTSTAMP:20260317T143023Z
CREATED:20260317T143023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T143023Z
UID:116134-1787160600-1787166000@thelaurelmagazine.com
SUMMARY:Citizenship Class with Faviola Olvera at The Literacy & Learning Center
DESCRIPTION:Ready to take the next step toward U.S. citizenship? 🇺🇸 The Literacy & Learning Center is here to support your journey with our FREE weekly Citizenship Class!\n \nLed by Faviola Olvera\, this program is designed to help you navigate the naturalization exam with total confidence. \nWhat We Cover:\n \nEnglish Test Prep: Practice the speaking\, reading\, and writing skills needed for the exam.\nReading & Writing Proficiency: Get structured practice for the specific sentences you’ll need to read and write during the official test.\nCivics Test: We cover all 100 possible questions on U.S. history and government\, including the principles of democracy and the system of government. \nWednesdays 5:30-7 PM
URL:https://thelaurelmagazine.com/local-event/citizenship-class-with-faviola-olvera-at-the-literacy-learning-center/2026-08-19
LOCATION:The Literacy & Learning Center\, 675 S 4th Street\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thelaurelmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/highlands-nc-education-literacy-learning-center-citizenship-class.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260825T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260825T190000
DTSTAMP:20260204T151123Z
CREATED:20250611T174026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T151123Z
UID:103629-1787680800-1787684400@thelaurelmagazine.com
SUMMARY:Free ESL Classes at The Literacy and Learning Center
DESCRIPTION:Join us for free ESL classes at The Literacy & Learning Center!
 \nTuesdays\n6 – 7 pm \nAt The Literacy & Learning Center
URL:https://thelaurelmagazine.com/local-event/free-esl-online-classes-with-the-literacy-and-learning-center/2026-08-25
LOCATION:The Literacy & Learning Center\, 675 S 4th Street\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thelaurelmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/highlands-nc-community-education-literacy-learning-center-logo.jpg
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SUMMARY:Tech Time at Hudson Library
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever received the gift of a new digital device\, like an iPad\, smartphone or laptop\, but had no idea how to use it? Hudson Library has the perfect solution- \nTech Time sessions offer one-on-one help on any personal digital device. Tech Time is a chance for residents of all ages to bring their devices and ask any questions. Learn how to set up an email account\, mute your cell phone\, back up and store files\, and more. \nTech Times are free. No library card is required and no appointment is necessary. Services are offered on a first-come\, first-served basis. \n 
URL:https://thelaurelmagazine.com/local-event/tech-time-at-hudson-library/2026-08-26
LOCATION:Hudson Library\, 554 Main St\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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SUMMARY:Citizenship Class with Faviola Olvera at The Literacy & Learning Center
DESCRIPTION:Ready to take the next step toward U.S. citizenship? 🇺🇸 The Literacy & Learning Center is here to support your journey with our FREE weekly Citizenship Class!\n \nLed by Faviola Olvera\, this program is designed to help you navigate the naturalization exam with total confidence. \nWhat We Cover:\n \nEnglish Test Prep: Practice the speaking\, reading\, and writing skills needed for the exam.\nReading & Writing Proficiency: Get structured practice for the specific sentences you’ll need to read and write during the official test.\nCivics Test: We cover all 100 possible questions on U.S. history and government\, including the principles of democracy and the system of government. \nWednesdays 5:30-7 PM
URL:https://thelaurelmagazine.com/local-event/citizenship-class-with-faviola-olvera-at-the-literacy-learning-center/2026-08-26
LOCATION:The Literacy & Learning Center\, 675 S 4th Street\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T190000
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SUMMARY:Free ESL Classes at The Literacy and Learning Center
DESCRIPTION:Join us for free ESL classes at The Literacy & Learning Center!
 \nTuesdays\n6 – 7 pm \nAt The Literacy & Learning Center
URL:https://thelaurelmagazine.com/local-event/free-esl-online-classes-with-the-literacy-and-learning-center/2026-09-01
LOCATION:The Literacy & Learning Center\, 675 S 4th Street\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260902T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260902T190000
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SUMMARY:Citizenship Class with Faviola Olvera at The Literacy & Learning Center
DESCRIPTION:Ready to take the next step toward U.S. citizenship? 🇺🇸 The Literacy & Learning Center is here to support your journey with our FREE weekly Citizenship Class!\n \nLed by Faviola Olvera\, this program is designed to help you navigate the naturalization exam with total confidence. \nWhat We Cover:\n \nEnglish Test Prep: Practice the speaking\, reading\, and writing skills needed for the exam.\nReading & Writing Proficiency: Get structured practice for the specific sentences you’ll need to read and write during the official test.\nCivics Test: We cover all 100 possible questions on U.S. history and government\, including the principles of democracy and the system of government. \nWednesdays 5:30-7 PM
URL:https://thelaurelmagazine.com/local-event/citizenship-class-with-faviola-olvera-at-the-literacy-learning-center/2026-09-02
LOCATION:The Literacy & Learning Center\, 675 S 4th Street\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260908T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260908T190000
DTSTAMP:20260204T151123Z
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SUMMARY:Free ESL Classes at The Literacy and Learning Center
DESCRIPTION:Join us for free ESL classes at The Literacy & Learning Center!
 \nTuesdays\n6 – 7 pm \nAt The Literacy & Learning Center
URL:https://thelaurelmagazine.com/local-event/free-esl-online-classes-with-the-literacy-and-learning-center/2026-09-08
LOCATION:The Literacy & Learning Center\, 675 S 4th Street\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T150000
DTSTAMP:20260113T175016Z
CREATED:20230221T173551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T175016Z
UID:73072-1788958800-1788966000@thelaurelmagazine.com
SUMMARY:Tech Time at Hudson Library
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever received the gift of a new digital device\, like an iPad\, smartphone or laptop\, but had no idea how to use it? Hudson Library has the perfect solution- \nTech Time sessions offer one-on-one help on any personal digital device. Tech Time is a chance for residents of all ages to bring their devices and ask any questions. Learn how to set up an email account\, mute your cell phone\, back up and store files\, and more. \nTech Times are free. No library card is required and no appointment is necessary. Services are offered on a first-come\, first-served basis. \n 
URL:https://thelaurelmagazine.com/local-event/tech-time-at-hudson-library/2026-09-09
LOCATION:Hudson Library\, 554 Main St\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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SUMMARY:Citizenship Class with Faviola Olvera at The Literacy & Learning Center
DESCRIPTION:Ready to take the next step toward U.S. citizenship? 🇺🇸 The Literacy & Learning Center is here to support your journey with our FREE weekly Citizenship Class!\n \nLed by Faviola Olvera\, this program is designed to help you navigate the naturalization exam with total confidence. \nWhat We Cover:\n \nEnglish Test Prep: Practice the speaking\, reading\, and writing skills needed for the exam.\nReading & Writing Proficiency: Get structured practice for the specific sentences you’ll need to read and write during the official test.\nCivics Test: We cover all 100 possible questions on U.S. history and government\, including the principles of democracy and the system of government. \nWednesdays 5:30-7 PM
URL:https://thelaurelmagazine.com/local-event/citizenship-class-with-faviola-olvera-at-the-literacy-learning-center/2026-09-09
LOCATION:The Literacy & Learning Center\, 675 S 4th Street\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Education
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T190000
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SUMMARY:Free ESL Classes at The Literacy and Learning Center
DESCRIPTION:Join us for free ESL classes at The Literacy & Learning Center!
 \nTuesdays\n6 – 7 pm \nAt The Literacy & Learning Center
URL:https://thelaurelmagazine.com/local-event/free-esl-online-classes-with-the-literacy-and-learning-center/2026-09-15
LOCATION:The Literacy & Learning Center\, 675 S 4th Street\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T190000
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UID:116138-1789579800-1789585200@thelaurelmagazine.com
SUMMARY:Citizenship Class with Faviola Olvera at The Literacy & Learning Center
DESCRIPTION:Ready to take the next step toward U.S. citizenship? 🇺🇸 The Literacy & Learning Center is here to support your journey with our FREE weekly Citizenship Class!\n \nLed by Faviola Olvera\, this program is designed to help you navigate the naturalization exam with total confidence. \nWhat We Cover:\n \nEnglish Test Prep: Practice the speaking\, reading\, and writing skills needed for the exam.\nReading & Writing Proficiency: Get structured practice for the specific sentences you’ll need to read and write during the official test.\nCivics Test: We cover all 100 possible questions on U.S. history and government\, including the principles of democracy and the system of government. \nWednesdays 5:30-7 PM
URL:https://thelaurelmagazine.com/local-event/citizenship-class-with-faviola-olvera-at-the-literacy-learning-center/2026-09-16
LOCATION:The Literacy & Learning Center\, 675 S 4th Street\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T190000
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SUMMARY:Free ESL Classes at The Literacy and Learning Center
DESCRIPTION:Join us for free ESL classes at The Literacy & Learning Center!
 \nTuesdays\n6 – 7 pm \nAt The Literacy & Learning Center
URL:https://thelaurelmagazine.com/local-event/free-esl-online-classes-with-the-literacy-and-learning-center/2026-09-22
LOCATION:The Literacy & Learning Center\, 675 S 4th Street\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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