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About the Literacy Center

The Literacy Center offers literacy programs to adults at no charge.  Classes are taught by trained volunteers and involve one-to-one or small group instructions for adults looking to improve reading, writing, math and study skills. We also offer help with the citizenship exam and English as a second language (ESL). 

Language Learning

We have two language learning programs: Rosetta Stone & Mango Languages. Rosetta Stone is only available in the literacy computer lab at the Central Library. Mango Languages is available at any library branch, or from home via the library’s website.

How Do I Get a Tutor?

Please call the Literacy Center at 970-245-5522 for more information.

How Do I Become a Volunteer Tutor?

Volunteer tutors are crucial to our students’ success, and are the backbone of our program. Work with adults one-on-one or in groups instructing reading, writing, citizenship preparation and conversation skills.  To apply, please fill out a volunteer application form and return the completed form to the Literacy Center at the Central library, 530 Grand Avenue.

For the Community

Representatives of The Literacy Center are happy to conduct presentations for your group on the problem of illiteracy in our community. We can provide statistics and facts about illiteracy and its impact on our world plus provide more information on our services.

Donate to the Literacy Center

The Literacy Center depends on grants and private donations to assist in providing free services to Mesa County residents. To support the efforts of The Literacy Center and make a difference in someone’s life, donations can be made directly to Mesa County Libraries. Your support is greatly appreciated.

Contact Information

970-245-5522

Karen Kllanxhja (kkllanxhja @ mcpld.org) Head of Literacy Services
Eusabia Garza (egarza @ mcpld.org) Community Outreach Liason
Wendy Kirby (wkirby @ mcpld.org) Literacy Program Coordinator