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615-738-READ (7323) 415 N.Maple St.,
Murfreesboro, TN 37130

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English lessons are online and in-person. You will need access to Wifi and a computer or cell phone for online classes. 

You may contact our Adult Literacy Coordinator with any questions at alcoordinator@readtosucceed.org.


Conversation Hour

We proudly offer an online Conversation Hour for any adult learning English and wishing to increase their English speaking skills. This is not a class, instead, it is an informal conversation led by a member of our Adult Literacy Department.

Conversation Hour is every Wednesday at 6:30 pm-7:30 pm

If you would like to join in, please email Tina at programassistant@readtosucceed.org. She will provide you with a link to connect. This is an opportunity to practice English for free; Anyone is welcome to join! Online Conversation Hour will meet weekly on Wednesdays at 6:30 pm. You will need to have a new link emailed to you each week in order to join the conversation.


Word of the Week

In addition to weekly lessons, we also have started a new weekly series called, “Word of the Week”. In this series, our Program Assistant, Rianne, introduces a new word that is a form of slang or a colloquial saying. 

Needle In a Haystack
Definition: Something that is very difficult or impossible to find.
Example: Finding stiletto heels to match the color of Jill’s bridesmaid dress was like looking for a needle in a haystack.

By The Skin Of Your Teeth 
Definition: Phrase used to describe something that almost did not occur.
Example: While in Zambia, Braydon narrowly escaped from the bite of a honey badger by the skin of his teeth. 

Take It With a Grain of Salt
Definition: To take something lightly; not too seriously.

Spill The Beans
Definition: To reveal secret information.

In a Pickle
Definition: A common phrase people use when they are in a precarious situation; being in a tough spot.

Not My Cup Of Tea
Definition: Something that is not to one’s liking

Par For The Course
Definition: What one would expect to happen; something normal or common.

Elephant In The Room
Definition: Ignoring a large, obvious problem or failing to address an issue that stands out in a major way.