As part of an ongoing English literacy effort connected to our recently awarded American Dream Literacy Grant, the Chester County Library will soon feature these new English as a Second Language (ESL) services, free to library patrons.

iPads for ESL Students or Tutors –
Three new iPad Airs are now available to be borrowed and used in-library from the Chester County Library Reference Desk. iPads may be checked out by anyone learning English, with or without the help of a tutor, or by current ESL tutors and teachers. Identification is required to use these devices. No reservation is necessary! But, you may call ahead to book your iPad for a tutoring session. Available apps & features will include: Mango Languages, ‘News for You,’ Duolingo, Oxford English Vocabulary Trainer, Learn English with Busuu, & More!

‘News for You’ In Print & Online –
News for You is a weekly newsletter publication written at a lower reading level with a focus on improved English language comprehension and speaking. The library currently offers free copies available at the Reference Desk on a first come, first served basis. Additionally, we offer free online access at newsforyouonline.com. For access, inquire at the Reference Desk.

Evening Conversation Groups –
The Chester County OIC has long held English Conversation Groups on Wednesday afternoons in the Burke Room of the Library. Beginning May 15th, we now offer twice-monthly evening sessions on the first and third Wednesdays from 6 to 7:30 PM in the Reference Department of the Library. Upcoming sessions will be held: June 5th & 19th; July 3rd & 17th; August 7th & 21st; September 4th & 18th.

Please contact the Reference Department for more information about these services! 610-344-5957 or ref@ccls.org