Literacy Connections of Wayne County

Literacy Connections of Wayne County Literacy Connections of Wayne County is a non-profit organization that provides free literacy services to adult residents in Wayne County, NC.

Literacy Connections provides FREE, confidential, one-on-one tutoring for adults to improve their reading skills. We have helped over 1,000 adults to read in Wayne County! Did you know...
1 in 4 adults in Wayne County read below a 3rd grade level; 1 in 10 adults in Wayne County are illiterate; more than half of the adults in Wayne County read below a 9th grade level. In addition to reading, Litera

cy Connections also provides tutoring in mathematics, financial literacy, computer technology, conversational literacy, English language acquisition, GED preparation, and other life skills. To become a learner at Literacy Connections, you must be at least 18 years old and a member of the Wayne County community.

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Bank On Wayne was developed by United Way of Wayne County and is provided by Literacy
Connections of Wayne County, to address the needs of those individuals struggling to make
ends meet, particularly those operating outside of the financial mainstream. Bank On Wayne
provides workshops in basic money management and budgeting as well as workshops in basic banking skills. Additionally, Bank On Wayne connects the unbanked to transactional, affordable banking products. All of our workshops are offered on-site at Literacy Connections. However, the program can be offered at local businesses, churches and organizations in Wayne County. All of the services are free and all materials are provided. Registration, including identity verification, is required.

08/28/2026
A wonderful trip back in time transformed the Terrace Room for 1776 A Revolutionary Journey where we learned about craft...
07/05/2026

A wonderful trip back in time transformed the Terrace Room for 1776 A Revolutionary Journey where we learned about crafts demonstrated by very talented women. We are thankful for Wayne Community College Foundation and the volunteers who put so much into bringing this patriotic experience for all of us to enjoy!

06/17/2026

Today we share this special Story Time video in memory of our dear volunteer tutor, Brie Smith.

Brie was a quiet but bright light at Literacy Connections. For years, she faithfully gave her time each week to help adult learners work toward their educational goals. She believed deeply in the power of reading and learning, and she shared that passion with everyone she met.

Those of us who knew Brie will remember her creativity, her bubbly spirit, and her thoughtful generosity. She often surprised us with handmade gifts and small acts of kindness that brought joy to our days. She never sought recognition, but she made a lasting difference in the lives of her learners, her fellow volunteers, and our entire Literacy Connections family.

In this video, Brie shares her love of reading and offers encouragement to parents and grandparents about the importance of reading aloud to children. It is a beautiful reflection of who she was—a teacher, a learner, a giver, and an advocate for literacy.

We are grateful for the time we had with Brie and for the legacy she leaves behind. Though she preferred to stay out of the spotlight, the light she shared with others will not be forgotten.

Thank you, Brie. You will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered.

Fri-yay volunteers at the book sale!!! Come see us for some great deals from 9-5:30 today!!!
06/12/2026

Fri-yay volunteers at the book sale!!! Come see us for some great deals from 9-5:30 today!!!

06/09/2026
06/09/2026

📚 TOMORROW’S THE DAY!!!!

Friends of Literacy Members get first pick of thousands of books before the sale opens to the public.

Not a member yet? No worries! Memberships will be available at the door!

See you tomorrow from 4 PM–7 PM at the Terrace Room in Downtown Goldsboro 📖✨

06/02/2026

We got to know Juliaunna through our partnership with WIOA. She was placed as an intern in our book store work site and has learned how to run a small business from the bottom up. She is so well spoken and brings her many gifts and talents to share with customers and teammates at Round About Books. We hope you will come by and talk with her next time you are in beautiful downtown Goldsboro! We are so proud of you, Juliaunna! Keep rising up!

05/31/2026

🙌 Every day, we see adult learners prove their determination, resilience, and potential. When given the chance to learn, every adult has the potential to unlock opportunities that have always been within reach.

✨ For the 59 million American adults who read at the lowest levels, let’s shift the narrative. When we can ensure that every one of them has access to quality education, we will see our communities thrive. Read more: https://hubs.la/Q04f86M70

Show us your Lilies for Literacy blooming in May! If you plant them after you buy them you will be rewarded year after y...
05/20/2026

Show us your Lilies for Literacy blooming in May! If you plant them after you buy them you will be rewarded year after year!!! ❤️

04/22/2026

OUR FIRST BOOK SIGNING ✨📚
The perfect summer romance read is waiting… 💘
Join us May 2 from 2–4pm to meet CR Wice, chat books, and leave with a new signed favorite!!

Address

104 S. Center Street Mezzanine Level
Goldsboro, NC
27530

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 6pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 7:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 6pm
Thursday 8:30am - 7:30pm

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