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For Teachers For Students
150 Empire Street
Providence, RI 02903
Phone: 401-455-8041

 

Welcome!

The Rhode Island Family Literacy Initiative (RIFLI) is a free, first-step family literacy program for adults and their children based at public libraries throughout Rhode Island. RIFLI offers English as a Second Language (ESL), citizenship preparation and computer instruction as well as children's programming, student resource support and links to library resources and services.

in the Spotlight

Classes for 2008-09 Underway RIFLI is pleased to announce that 17 English as a Second Language (ESL), citizenship preparation, book discussion and family literacy classes began in September 2008 in Cranston, East Providence, Pawtucket, Providence and West Warwick. Enrollment is full, however, new students may enter in January 2009. For more information or to be placed on the waiting list, please call Amanda at 401-455-8041. Schedule

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Literacy News

Save the Date!
- A business networking event at the Providence Public Central Library on Thursday, November 13th from 5:00-7:30. Meet other business and nonprofit professionals and practice your Spanish and English language skills. Sponsored by SpeakNow and RIFLI. To register, call 455-8041. bottom line