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Literacy Coalition of the Permian Basin

The Literacy Coalition of the Permian Basin empowers individuals through literacy education, fostering personal growth and community development. They provide resources and programs to enhance reading and writing skills, ensuring everyone can thrive.

9/25. One Day. One Legacy. Thousands of Stories Yet to Be Read. On Friday, September 25th, the Literacy Coalition of the Permian Basin is honoring Dolly Parton&#39;s life and her lifelong commitment to childhood literacy.Dolly spent decades putting books in children&#39;s hands and giving them the chance to dream bigger.&nbsp; On 9/25, we are going 9 to 5 for Dolly and asking our community to help raise funds for the LCPB Dolly Parton Imagination Library.&nbsp; Your gift supports the Dolly Parton Imagination Library, which delivers a free book every month to children from birth to age 5 across the Texas counties LCPB serves. Every $5 places one book in a child&#39;s hands. How to celebrate 9 to 5 Day:&nbsp;<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Donate $9.25 or more to the campaign!&nbsp;</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Join us from 1:30 - 2:30 PM at Midland Shared Spaces for the reading of &quot;9 to 5 Day - Celebrating Dolly Parton&#39;s Imagination Library&quot; proclamation reading from the City of Midland</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Visit The Oaks Coffee Shop in Midland and order a blonde espresso drink - they&#39;ll be donating a dollar back from each order to LCPB&#39;s Dolly Parton Imagination Library</li></ul>

9 to 5 for Dolly Parton Day 09.25.26

Literacy for Growth 2026The 4th Annual Literacy SummitHosted by the Literacy Coalition of the Permian Basin 📅&nbsp;April 29, 2026⏰ 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM CST📍 Ellen No&euml;l Art Museum | Odessa, Texas Join us for Literacy for Growth 2026, a regional summit focused on strengthening workforce readiness and economic growth through literacy across West Texas. This half day event will bring together educators, workforce leaders, employers, nonprofit organizations, and community partners to explore strategies that connect adult education, English language learning, GED attainment, and essential skills development with the needs of today&rsquo;s workforce. Keynote SpeakerJacqueline &ldquo;Jackie&rdquo; AguileraCOABE&rsquo;s 2026 Administrator of the Year Jackie Aguilera is a nationally recognized leader in adult education who works to strengthen learning ecosystems through collaboration, innovation, and learner-first design. As part of the Literacy Texas team, she leads community initiatives and supports statewide professional learning while building partnerships that expand opportunity for adult learners. Whether you work in education, workforce development, business, or community leadership, this summit offers opportunities to connect, learn, and advance solutions that support a stronger workforce and brighter futures across the Permian Basin.

Literacy for Growth-4th Annual Literacy Summit

Join fellow Southeast New Mexico partners for a focused conversation on how we can improve adult literacy for families across our region and increase our workforce initiatives. 📚. At this stakeholders meeting, we&rsquo;ll share local data, current outreach, listen to community perspectives, and identify practical ways to expand adult literacy and workforce pipeline initiatives in our area. Your registration helps us plan for a productive session where every voice at the table moves our communities toward stronger reading skills and brighter futures.

Southeast New Mexico Stakeholders Meeting - Spring 2026

The evening will feature an elegant dinner and a captivating keynote address by Robert M. Edsel, acclaimed author of The Monuments Men, his new book Remember Us, and internationally recognized champion of cultural preservation. Drawing from his remarkable research and bestselling books, Edsel will share powerful stories of the heroes who safeguarded the world&rsquo;s greatest art during World War II and explore the enduring importance of protecting history for future generations. Guests will enjoy the opportunity to support literacy in a truly memorable setting.Attire: Cocktail&nbsp;

The Power of Literacy

An Evening to Celebrate the Laura Bush Ladies for Literacy Join us for a special evening as we celebrate and relaunch the Laura Bush Ladies for Literacy (LBLL) &mdash; honoring the legacy of literacy and the women who champion it.Enjoy cocktails, hors d&rsquo;oeuvres, and live piano music in an elegant setting, featuring a meet and greet with author Robert M. Edsel, including a personal signing of his newly released book&nbsp;Remember Us.This exclusive event is free for all LBLL members. If you would like to renew your membership or become a member, now is a wonderful time to join this dynamic group of women supporting literacy across the Permian Basin. Attire: Business Casual Please note: This is a members-only event. We are unable to accommodate plus-ones. Admission is reserved for LBLL members with a ticket.

Laura Bush Ladies for Literacy- An evening with Robert M. Edsel

The Literacy Coalition of the Permian Basin invites you to join us for our New Mexico Summit:<h3 data-end="292" data-start="230" fr-original-style="" style="width: 100%; box-sizing: inherit;">Literacy IS Livelihood &ndash; Building a Stronger Workforce</h3>📍&nbsp;Lea County Event Center (South Side Entrance), Hobbs, NM 🗓 8:00 AM &ndash; 2:30 PM MTJoin community leaders, educators, and workforce partners as we explore how literacy is the foundation of opportunity and economic growth. Together, we will discuss strategies to strengthen workforce development through literacy.

Literacy IS Livelihood

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Literacy Coalition of the Permian Basin's Annual Raffle 2025

Mark your calendars and join the conversation. &nbsp;Your voice is imperative for Future Literacy Growth. &nbsp; Hear updates from the Literacy Coalition of the Permian Basin and participate in collective discussions to help improve literacy efforts throughout the Permian Basin. &nbsp; Content Discussions:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Greatest Challenges for Your organization</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Resources/Assistance Needed from LCPB</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Greatest Needs for Your Professional Development/Leadership</li></ul>

Membership Roundtable

📚&nbsp;The POWERbag Pledge 📚 This September, in honor of National Literacy Month, we&rsquo;re inviting our community to take the POWERbag Pledge. Each POWERbag is filled with books, supplies, and resources that help children build a strong foundation for reading and learning at home.For just $10, you can provide one POWERbag to a child in need. Your pledge helps put books into the hands of children, sparks a love of reading, and gives families the tools they need to nurture early literacy.Together, we can change lives and strengthen our community &mdash; one POWERbag at a time. How you can help POWER our mission:<ol fr-original-style="" style="width: 100%; box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Donate: Every dollar counts. Contribute now to help us reach our goal.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Share: Share our campaign with your friends, family, and on social media. Your advocacy can amplify our impact.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Volunteer: Your time and skills can make an impact too.</li></ol>Thank you for supporting our mission, your support is invaluable.

📚 The POWERbag Pledge 📚This September, in honor of National Literacy Month, we’re inviting our community to take the POWERbag Pledge. Each POWERbag is filled with books, supplies, and resources that help children build a strong foundation for reading and learning at home.For just $10, you can provide one POWERbag to a child in need. Your pledge helps put books into the hands of children, sparks a love of reading, and gives families the tools they need to nurture early literacy.Together, we can change lives and strengthen our community — one POWERbag at a time.How you can help POWER our mission:Donate: Every dollar counts. Contribute now to help us reach our goal.Share: Share our campaign with your friends, family, and on social media. Your advocacy can amplify our impact.Volunteer: Your time and skills can make an impact too.Thank you for supporting our mission, your support is invaluable.

Campaña de Compromiso POWERbag

📚&nbsp;The POWERbag Pledge 📚 This September, in honor of National Literacy Month, we&rsquo;re inviting our community to take the POWERbag Pledge. Each POWERbag is filled with books, supplies, and resources that help children build a strong foundation for reading and learning at home.For just $10, you can provide one POWERbag to a child in need. Your pledge helps put books into the hands of children, sparks a love of reading, and gives families the tools they need to nurture early literacy.Together, we can change lives and strengthen our community &mdash; one POWERbag at a time. How you can help POWER our mission:<ol fr-original-style="" style="width: 100%; box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Donate: Every dollar counts. Contribute now to help us reach our goal.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Share: Share our campaign with your friends, family, and on social media. Your advocacy can amplify our impact.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Volunteer: Your time and skills can make an impact too.</li></ol>Thank you for supporting our mission, your support is invaluable.

POWERbag Pledge Campaign

Join the Laura Bush Ladies for Literacy (LBLL) for an elegant afternoon tea celebrating literacy, community, and the power of stories. Held on November 4 at Pevehouse Parkway &ndash; Davis Greenhouse at Manor Park, this special gathering will feature local author Jay Whitlow, who will share an excerpt from his book, The Echo Between Hope and Healing&mdash;a journey of reflection, restoration, and personal growth. Guests will also have the opportunity to hear Jay discuss the inspiration behind his book and its message of hope and healing. Enjoy an elegant afternoon tea while connecting with fellow readers and members of the community&mdash;all while supporting LBLL&rsquo;s mission to promote literacy and support the Literacy Coalition of the Permian Basin. This event is especially meaningful as it falls on Laura Bush&rsquo;s birthday, honoring her lifelong commitment to literacy and education. LBLL members and nonmembers are welcome to attend. Come join us for an afternoon of tea, literature, and meaningful conversation as we celebrate the power of reading and stories that inspire. <h3 fr-original-style="" id="isPasted" style="width: 100%; box-sizing: inherit;">What is LBLL?</h3>Laura Bush Ladies for Literacy (LBLL) is a community of women dedicated to advancing literacy and inspiring a lifelong love of reading and learning. Through support of the Literacy Coalition of the Permian Basin, LBLL helps strengthen programs and initiatives that empower children and adults through literacy and education. Through membership, events, and community partnerships, LBLL helps provide resources and support to organizations working to improve literacy in our community. Every membership helps us invest in a stronger, more literate future. Want to become more involved? We&rsquo;d love to have you join LBLL! Your membership helps support our mission while connecting you with other women who share a passion for literacy and our community.Become a member today! &nbsp;<a fr-original-style="" href="https://literacypb.org/ladies-for-literacy/" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; -webkit-user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">Laura Bush Ladies for Literacy &ndash; Literacy Coalition of the Permian Basin</a>

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