Learn to communicate with neighbors, employers, and new friends in the beautiful City of Glendale! Classes are for adults (ages 18 and up). All languages are welcome. Must register with the Literacy Center to participate. Space is limited. See full schedule here.

The Glendale Library, Arts & Culture Department offers services to help adults learn and improve their basic computer skills using a Surface Pro Laptop. Learn to use a track pad, touch screen, and mouse, learn internet navigation using Google Chrome, learn basic typing skills.

Surface Pro Laptops are available for checkout through the Literacy Center for GCC or Literacy Center students only. Participants must be eighteen years or older and currently enrolled in GCC Garfield campus or Literacy Center classes. Proof of enrollment is required. Laptops may be checked out for three weeks at a time of the duration of a GCC Garfield Campus semester. Checkouts are limited to one laptop per household. Must be in good standing with the library to participate.   For more information please contact us at (818) 548-6450 or Literacy@GlendaleCA.gov

Join literacy students for our Adult Literacy Book Club. 10 copies will be available for loan on a first-come, first-serve basis at the Central Library Info Desk.

Citizenship Classes (Open to the public)- Students learn the English, Civics, and History requirements to pass the test and become a United States Citizen.Space is limited to 15 students; registration is required. Please contact the Literacy Center at (818) 548-6450 for current class schedule. 

Adult Literacy One-on-One Tutoring 

Our volunteer tutors work one-on-one with student/s who have various entry levels of proficiency in English to help them achieve their educational goals, such as improving basic reading, writing, and speaking skills. No prior teaching experience is necessary.  

Literacy Tutor Volunteer Requirements:

• Volunteers must be 18 years or older

• Must complete a volunteer application (please contact the Literacy Office for a volunteer application)

• Successfully complete an interview with the Literacy program

• All volunteers are required to undergo a background check

• Must be able to volunteer as a tutor for a minimum of 3 months

• Maintain a regular tutoring schedule that works for both tutor and tutee

• Passionate about education and helping others achieve their literacy goals

If you or someone you know is interested in learning more about this Program, please email the literacy office at  literacy@glendaleca.gov or call (818) 548-6450.

Students enrolled in the literacy program can make an appointment to receive assistance with a personal digital device. Appointments are 45 minutes in length and available at the Central Library. Registration is required.  

The Adult English Conversation lounge is intended to provide a space for students to practice their English speaking and writing skills in a relaxed and comfortable environment. This is an ongoing program, walk ins are welcome, no registration required.