Programs & Classes
Small Group Classes
Practice English, study for the GED, prepare for the citizenship exam, learn basic computer skills and more with our free small group classes.
FREE SMALL GROUP CLASSES (SGC) IN WHATCOM COUNTY
How it Works
Learners gather together in small class groups.
Small classes make interacting with instructors easy, and promote social skills.
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Classes are held in a public location that is easily accessible and familiar.
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Learners can attend as many classes as they need.
All levels of education are welcome.
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Contact
Mara Louter
Small Group Class Coordinator
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(360) 752-8679
Languages Spoken:
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English
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Español
What You Can Learn
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Talk Time: practice English conversation.
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GED (General Education Diploma): get prepared for the test.
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U.S. Citizenship: get prepared for the test.
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Computer Skills: learn how to use a computer and improve your skills.
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Open Computer Lab: learn how to use online educational resources.
FREE CLASSES FOR ADULT LEARNERS
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Talk
Time
This fall, the Whatcom Literacy Council is teaming up with Whatcom Community College and the Whatcom County Library System to offer three FREE small group classes for adults. WLC volunteers will help adults practice speaking English in a safe, fun and relaxed atmosphere.
Computer Literacy
Whatcom County Library System, the Whatcom Literacy Council, and Goodwill's Digital Equity Bus have teamed up to bring Computer Literacy classes to the library. Computer literacy is a foundation for digital literacy. In each class, you will learn basic computer skills. Topics covered include: email, word processing, internet basics, google docs and online safety. Computers are provided.
Digital
Literacy
Whatcom County Library System, the Whatcom Literacy Council, and Goodwill's Digital Equity Bus have teamed up to bring Digital Literacy classes to the library. In each class, you will use your basic computer skills and learn how to find online information and resources. Topics covered include: setting up email, online safety, information literacy, career search skills and accessing telehealth appointments. Computers are provided.
Talk Time 2025
FREE ENGLISH CONVERSATION CLASSES
EVERYONE IS WELCOME! NO SIGN-UP NECESSARY.
WHATCOM COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Mondays
11:30 am - 1:o0 pm
October 6 - November 17
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​Lunes
11:30 - 13:00
6 de Octubre - 17 de Noviembre​
Location
Whatcom Community College
Learning Commons - Room 201
310 W Kellogg Rd, Bellingham, WA
LYNDEN LIBRARY
Tuesdays
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
September 30 - November 18
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​Martes
18:00 - 17:30
30 de Septiembre - 18 de Noviembre​​
Location
Lynden Library
Study Room
201-299 3rd St, Lynden, WA
NORTH FORK LIBRARY
Thursdays
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
September 25 - November 20
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​Jueves
18:00 - 17:30
25 de Septiembre - 20 de Noviembre​​
Location
Whatcom County Library System
North Fork Library
7506 Kendall Rd, Maple Falls, WA
Digital Literacy Classes
EVERYONE IS WELCOME! PRE-REGISTRATION IS ENCOURAGED
COMPUTER LITERACY
Tuesdays
10:30 am - 13:30 am
September 23 - November 18, 2025
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​Martes
10:30 - 11:30
23 de Septiembre - 18 de Noviembre​
Location
Whatcom County Library System
Deming Library
5044 Mt Baker Hwy, Deming, WA
DIGITAL LITERACY
Tuesdays
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
September 23 - November 18, 2025
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​Martes
14:00 - 15:00
23 de Septiembre - 18 de Noviembre​​
Location
Whatcom County Library System
Ferndale Library
2125 Main St, Ferndale, WA
For more information, contact Mara Louter
360-255-1131 | sgc@whatcomliteracy.org