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Learn English at the Library!

English as a Second Language

Current Sessions:

September 15 - November 20. Join us Mondays & Thursdays from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM. Classes are free!

* No ESL Class on October 13.

* Class will meet Wednesday, November 5, and not Thursday, November 6

We offer:

Level 1

These classes are for beginners who speak very little English or none at all.

Level 2

These classes are for beginners who are ready for short conversations, some writing, grammar and reading in English.

Level 3

These classes are for those who are ready for more conversation, discussion, and writing and reading in English.

Contact Information

Call Melissa Melendez, Literacy & Outreach Librarian at 219-769-3541, ext. 337 for more information.

Sign Up for ESL Here! ↓

English as a Second Language
English as a Second Language (ESL)
Mon, Sep 15, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C,Meeting Room D
Free English Classes for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Call 219-769-3541 ext. 337 for more information.
English as a Second Language (ESL)
Thu, Sep 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C,Meeting Room D
Free English Classes for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Call 219-769-3541 ext. 337 for more information.
English as a Second Language (ESL)
Mon, Sep 22, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C,Meeting Room D
Free English Classes for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Call 219-769-3541 ext. 337 for more information.
English as a Second Language (ESL)
Thu, Sep 25, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C,Meeting Room D
Free English Classes for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Call 219-769-3541 ext. 337 for more information.
English as a Second Language (ESL)
Mon, Sep 29, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C,Meeting Room D
Free English Classes for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Call 219-769-3541 ext. 337 for more information.
English as a Second Language (ESL)
Thu, Oct 02, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C,Meeting Room D
Free English Classes for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Call 219-769-3541 ext. 337 for more information.
English as a Second Language (ESL)
Mon, Oct 06, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C,Meeting Room D
Free English Classes for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Call 219-769-3541 ext. 337 for more information.
English as a Second Language (ESL)
Thu, Oct 09, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C,Meeting Room D
Free English Classes for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Call 219-769-3541 ext. 337 for more information.
English as a Second Language (ESL)
Thu, Oct 16, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C,Meeting Room D
Free English Classes for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Call 219-769-3541 ext. 337 for more information.
English as a Second Language (ESL)
Mon, Oct 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C,Meeting Room D
Free English Classes for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Call 219-769-3541 ext. 337 for more information.
English as a Second Language (ESL)
Thu, Oct 23, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C,Meeting Room D
Free English Classes for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Call 219-769-3541 ext. 337 for more information.
English as a Second Language (ESL)
Mon, Oct 27, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Merrillville - Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C,Meeting Room D
Free English Classes for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Call 219-769-3541 ext. 337 for more information.
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an American passport, flag, and Statue of Liberty

Citizenship Classes

When: Monday, September 15 - Wednesday, November 12. Mondays & Wednesdays, 10:30 - 11:30 AM
Where: Merrillville Branch, Lower level meeting Room C

Students will learn the necessary civics information needed for the citizenship test in Chicago at USCIS. Students will also improve their English language skills, to help them pass the reading, writing and speaking parts of the citizenship exam. Students taking this class must have at least intermediate (level 3) English speaking skills. Classes are free!

Call Melissa Melendez, Literacy & Outreach Librarian at 219-769-3547 ext. 337 for more information.

We Need Volunteers!


Is English your first language? Would you like to share it? Do you love grammar? Join our volunteer team of teachers!

Volunteer teachers commit to three 10-week sessions throughout the year (about 5 hours/week Mondays & Thursdays while class is in session). If you'd like to help out, give us a call at (219) 769-3541, ext 337. 

Thank you! Our ESL classes wouldn't be possible without you!