TALC Schedules and Events

Learning English may start with the very basics, and games are often useful tools.

FREE English Classes

  • Our Sumner classes meet every Tuesday at the Sumner Family Center. The Basics and Beginner courses meet at 9:00 am to 11:00 am The Intermediate course meets at 11:00 am to 1:00 pm.

    Click here to learn more.

    Please note that the Sumner classes may take a break for the summer season. The instructors and students will decide.

  • Our Parkland class meets every Wednesday at 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm through at the Pierce County Library in Parkland.

    Click here to learn more.

    Please note that the Parkland class may take a break for the summer season. The instructors and students will decide.

  • We are working on establishing more classes throughout Pierce County. If you’d like to see a class in your area, we would like to know where we are needed! Please contact us and let us know!

New Tutors are trained in tools and techniques for passing on English language literacy.

Tutor Training

  • Our spring training program, which took place in February and March this year, brought us 17 new tutors! We are so grateful that they have decided to join us!

  • Our Fall Tutor Training will be in September to October of 2025. We will have precise dates closer to that time, so please check back for more details. If you would like to be on the email list for this training program, please email tacoma.literacy@gmail.com.

Tutors enjoy regular video conference meetings to keep in touch with TALC activities and discuss issues.

Board and Member Meetings

These meetings are by email invitation for our members to connect and discuss the latest news. We currently meet using Zoom.

If you are not receiving meeting invitations and you think you should be, contact us at tacoma.literacy@gmail.com.

  • May 27, 2025; 6:30 pm

  • September 23, 2025; 6:30 pm

  • November 25, 2025; 6:30 pm

TALC provides an extensive library of learning materials available for Tutors to select from to maximize their time with their Learners.

TALC Library Open

The TALC library is located in University Place. The library will be open for the following open house:

  • Saturday, May 10, 2025, 9:30 am to 11:00 am

  • Saturday, June 14, 2025, 9:30 am to 11:00 am

RSVP’s for library hours are appreciated so we know if you are coming. RSVP to Alma Newgard, anewgard22@gmail.com or Pat Murlless, jdmurlless@aol.com.

Improving English language skills are important for work performance and promotions.

TALC Talks

Join us on Zoom on Tuesday, May 6th, 2025 at 7:00 pm for an Open Forum! We will be discussing tips and ideas that may help new and experienced tutors. Bring your questions and your experience and we will talk all things tutoring for TALC!

Invites for TALC Talks are provided via email. Contact tacoma.literacy@gmail.com if you’d like to be invited to the discussions!

Tutors enjoy regular video conference meetings to keep in touch with TALC activities and discuss issues.

Conversation Nights for ESL Learners

Join us on Zoom for conversation practice with native English speakers and other ESL students! If you would like to join us, please email Latonya Bailey at latonyaclassroom@gmail.com.

7:00 pm on Thursdays

TALC members meet periodically to enjoy an outdoor picnic with other Tutors and their Learners, just to have a fun day together.

Social Events

Our Fourth Annual Summer Picnic will be on Sunday, August 24th, 2025, from 3 pm to 8 pm at Bradley Lake Park in Puyallup! This is our rare chance to see everybody all in one place! We will be sending an invite to tutors so that they may RSVP for themselves, their learners, and family members. As always, hot dogs and hamburgers will be provided, and we ask everyone to bring a dish to share. We also ask that everyone bring their own beverages (preferably in a reusable or recyclable container) to reduce waste. Check back here for updates!