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Project Literacy offers a variety of programs in addition to confidential one-on-one tutoring.

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Classes

Our English class for Non-Native Speakers meets weekly on Wednesdays at 6:30 pm and is for those people who want to improve their English speaking, writing, and reading skills. All skill levels are welcome. The class meets at our office at 450 West Main Street. Each week’s lesson is centered around a central theme such as food, greetings, or clothing and an activity is provided to practice these words and learn English phrases. To join the class, call our instructor at 984-484-4586.

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JeopardBee

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  • Two Witches Opens: Tuesday, April 21st at 5:00 PM
  • Competition Starts: Tuesday, April 21st at 6:00 PM

What in the world is a JeopardBee?

Jeopardy + Bee = JeopardBee!

Think game show and childhood torture (for some of us!).

JeopardBee is an adult spelling bee in the format of the popular television game show, Jeopardy. When you add adult beverages and awards like “Most Creative Spellers” and “Most Enthusiastic Team” to the mix, you get an exciting, competitive, hilarious evening!

JeopardBee is also the major fundraiser for Project Literacy each year. On this single evening, we try to raise enough money to sustain our free tutoring program for adults for another year. Your support is not only appreciated, but quite needed.

We will have a book sale, a silent auction, a free gift card drawing for The Dog-Eared Page Bookstore and Me’s Burgers & Brews, a 50/50 raffle, and a gift card raffle with two chances to win one of two pots with $200 worth of gift cards in each!

Plus, our mascot played by the hilarious Barry Mayo will be buzzing around creating enthusiasm all evening!

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2025 JeopardBee Gallery

A colorful cartoon illustration of a smiling bee with blue wings holding an open purple book, appearing cheerful and inviting.
A woman seated and a man standing behind her at a table marked “50/50 Raffle” with a bright yellow sign and a cartoon bee. They are smiling, with jars for tickets and raffle items on the table during the Project Literacy JeopardBee event.
A wide view of the Project Literacy JeopardBee event with attendees seated at tables under string lights, watching the stage where the game is projected. Participants are seen working on papers, and the room has a warm, community-focused atmosphere.
Three women seated at a table covered in a yellow tablecloth, smiling at the camera during an event. The table has food containers, water bottles, and a sign reading “Dog-Eared Page Sponsored by Infinity Global.”
Three people smiling in front of a Project Literacy logo, with one person wearing a bee costume. They are holding a framed certificate for “Most Enthusiastic Team Award” at an event.
Three women seated at a table during an event, smiling while working on papers with snacks and drinks. A sign on the table reads “Institute for Advanced Learning & Research” with a bee reading a book.
Three people seated at a table smiling, holding a sign that says “Riverview Rotary” with a cartoon bee reading a book. Two people are wearing blue Rotary shirts, and there are papers and snacks on the table in front of them.
Four men standing together, one in a bee costume, holding a silver trophy cup at the Project Literacy JeopardBee event. They are smiling, with the Project Literacy logo and event setting visible in the background.
A group of four people, including one in a bee costume, smiling while holding a trophy cup at the Project Literacy JeopardBee event. A scoreboard is visible in the background as they celebrate their achievement.
A group of five people standing together at the Project Literacy JeopardBee event, with one person dressed in a bee costume. Another person holds a framed certificate that reads “JeopardBee 2025 2nd Place Team Award.” They are smiling, with a projected scoreboard visible in the background.
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A group of five people stand together at a Project Literacy JeopardBee event. One is dressed in a bee costume, and another wears a "Nobody Expects the Spanish Inquisition" shirt. A woman holds a framed "Most Creative Spellers Team Award" plaque, with a screen and bee-themed décor in the background.
A group of five people at a Project Literacy JeopardBee event, with one in a bee costume and three women in matching blue "SOVAH Heroes" shirts. One woman holds a framed "Most Enthusiastic Team Award" while they all smile, with a scoreboard projected behind them.
A broad view of the Project Literacy JeopardBee event, with attendees seated at tables while a person in a bee costume and others are on stage, managing the event and displaying the Jeopardy-style scoreboard on screens.
A smiling woman wearing a striped sweater sitting at a table with a meal and a drink during a community event, with other people and tables visible in the background.
A group of four people at the Project Literacy JeopardBee event, one in a bee costume, smiling while one person holds a framed certificate that reads “JeopardBee 2024 Most Creative Spelling Award.” The Project Literacy logo is displayed in the background.
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2026 JeopardBee Gallery

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Volunteer smiles while holding raffle tickets at Danville Project Literacy’s JeopardBee event, seated beside a bright 50/50 raffle sign and bee-themed decorations.
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JeopardBee volunteer sits at a registration or scoring table with a laptop, papers, and event materials during Danville Project Literacy’s fundraiser.
Guest smiles while seated at a table during Danville Project Literacy’s JeopardBee event.
Three participants wearing “SOVAH Heroes JeopardBee 2025” shirts smile together at a table during the Danville Project Literacy event.
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Large screen displays the Round One 2026 JeopardBee game board during Danville Project Literacy’s trivia-style fundraiser.
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Woman smiles from behind a podium with a large Project Literacy logo sign during the JeopardBee event.
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Silent auction table displays gift baskets, framed items, and bid sheets beneath a bright sign during Danville Project Literacy’s JeopardBee event.
Bee-shaped balloon decoration hangs from the ceiling as part of the JeopardBee event decorations.
Attendee dressed in a bee costume smiles with another guest during Danville Project Literacy’s JeopardBee event.
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Averett Alums team members smile at their table beside a JeopardBee sponsor sign and trophy.
The Busy Bees team sits at a table with JeopardBee materials during Danville Project Literacy’s event.
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Institute for Advanced Learning and Research team members smile at their table during the JeopardBee competition.
Infinity Global team members smile at their table with JeopardBee materials and bee-themed decorations.
Riverview Rotary team members smile at their table during Danville Project Literacy’s JeopardBee event.
Showcase Magazine team members smile at their table during Danville Project Literacy’s JeopardBee event.
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SOVAH Soldiers team members sit at their table with event materials during Danville Project Literacy’s JeopardBee fundraiser.
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The Stingers team members smile together at their table during Danville Project Literacy’s JeopardBee competition.
Wilkins & Company Realty team members sit at their table with trivia materials during Danville Project Literacy’s JeopardBee event.
Two adults smile at a JeopardBee 2026 event as one holds a fan of U.S. dollar bills. A colorful bee-themed sign and event decorations are visible in the background.
Five adults pose at a JeopardBee 2026 event, with two people wearing bee-themed accessories. They hold a trophy and celebrate a team award.
Four adults pose at a JeopardBee 2026 event alongside a person in a bee costume. Two participants hold framed certificates recognizing second place and the Most Enthusiastic Team Award.
Four adults pose at a JeopardBee 2026 event with a person in a bee costume. They hold framed certificates recognizing the third place team and the Most Creative Spellers Team Award.

Book Buds

This weekly book club is designed for people who read but would like help understanding what they read. Each participant is provided a copy of the current novel, a notebook, and supplies. Each week the facilitator offers a chance for people to discuss what we’re reading and a short activity designed to improve comprehension skills. Book Buds meets at the Southside Community Learning Center each Tuesday at 11:00 am. Please contact us to become part of this dynamic group.

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Commune 'a Tea

These small group workshops give area citizens a chance to learn something new. We have offered classes in American Sign Language, creative poetry and papier mache, basket weaving from recycled materials, watercolor painting, and junk journaling. The classes are engaging and fun; they feature a literacy component as well. The workshops are free of charge but registration is required. Follow our Facebook page for announcements or join our mailing list.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

More Events Coming Soon!

Learn to Tie Bows

From large wreath bows to simple package bows, each learner will be taught to tie different kinds of bows. Participants, please bring the ribbon you plan to use for the wreath bow: 2.5″ wired ribbon, at least 5 yards. Other materials will be provided. We’re excited to welcome local florist, Terry A. Payne, as our instructor. You’re guaranteed an entertaining evening with lots of learning and a good laugh or two!

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Pocket Sketching

One of our favorite instructors is back! Cali Earp will teach us how to do small sketches and use watercolors to enhance them. Mini watercolor palettes, brushes, and small sketchbooks will be available. A suggested donation of $10 for supplies is welcome or you may bring your own. Every class Cali teaches is very popular, so sign up as soon as possible to participate!

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9 25 Sing Along: A Dolly Day

Dolly Parton was not only a superstar in the entertainment business, but she was a champion of literacy. The first children to benefit from her Imagination Library are now 31 years old. But most importantly, Dolly Parton was a writer and a poet. Join us to sing some of her songs, learn a bit about their history, and a few comprehension tricks using her music. This light-hearted evening will be both educational and uplifting, just like the lady herself!

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Functional Folding

Part origami. Part kirigami. Lots of fun! In this workshop, you’ll learn how to make a gift bag, a gift bow, a box, a mini book, a folded letter that is its own envelope, and other useful things. All supplies are provided free of charge plus you get a free bone folder tool!

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American Sign Language Classes

Our most popular class returns again in October! Beginners and those with some knowledge of ASL are both welcome. Our talented instructors, Deb McKague and Chris Gerdau, will teach you how to sign and how to interact with the deaf community. This highly entertaining class fills up very quickly, so don’t delay with your registration.

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GooDoo Scrappy Dolls

Scrappy dolls are a popular way to use leftover fabric and other elements to create something fun you can keep or give away. But what is a “GooDoo Doll”? It’s the opposite of a “VooDoo Doll”. It’s a positive creation that has love and kindness as its central theme. Created by artist, Mark Montano, these dolls are the ultimate upcycle. Materials will be provided, but feel free to bring a box of stuff to use and share! Minimal sewing skills…honestly!

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Divination Discovery

Throughout history, people have found a variety of ways to peek into the future. From rune stones to scrying to Tarot, divining is a fascinating experience. Join us for an educational evening with the wonderful instructor, Lindsay Crumpton, who will introduce us to various methods for self-discovery and prediction.

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Weekly English for Spanish Speakers Classes

Project Literacy has an ongoing class for those who speak Spanish and would like to be better at speaking and writing English. The class meets each Wednesday at 6:30 pm at West Main Baptist Church. The class is taking a break but will begin again on Wednesday, November 12th.

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Kindred Book Buds

Join our book club to read Kindred by Octavia E. Butler! We will meet each Tuesday in November at our office (450 West Main St.) at 11:00 AM for lively discussions about this intriguing book. Activities for increasing reading comprehension are part of this wonderful literary experience. Books and other materials are provided as well as refreshments.

Book Buds is a relaxing way to spend an hour with lots of laughs and entertaining discussions. Each week we focus on a clever way to better comprehend what is read.

Here’s how it works:

  • Please email us at prolit2day@gmail.com to reserve your spot!

  • Project Literacy will provide all the supplies you need including the book itself. You’re free to read just the portion that’s being discussed or the entire book.  Book Buds members often like to bring snacks to share, but it’s not necessary to do so. 

  • Once you receive the book, you may start reading! You may read only the portion that’s encouraged for the first meeting or you may read the entire book.

  • Each week, we’ll meet at Project Literacy Office.

Here’s the breakdown of our Book Buds schedule:

• We are meeting on Tuesday mornings starting November 3rd at 11:00 and will meet until November 24th.

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