Literacy Network Fundraiser Auction + Reading Between the Wines

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courtesy Literacy Network

Auction items at a past Reading Between the Wines event.

Auction items at a past Reading Between the Wines event.

media release: Celebrate adult students growing together at Reading Between the Wines in person event! Enjoy food from student restaurants, live mariachi, wine tasting, student speakers, and more!Join us Thursday, April 24, from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. at the Black Business Hub (2352 S. Park St in Madison) to raise funds for Literacy Network students. Each $60 ticket includes:

-Food from student restaurants

-Live mariachi

-Wine tasting

-A program with student, staff, and supporter stories

Students will reflect on this year's event theme, "Together We Grow," and share inspiring stories about their dreams and goals, including becoming U.S. citizens, earning their GEDs or HSEDs, securing improved job opportunities, and supporting their children’s health and educational needs. Event attendees will also receive a copy of 2025’s compilation of personal student stories, Together We Grow!

Registration is required for all attendees and capacity is limited. Event registration closes April 20 at 5pm.

Guests are also invited to register for the event’s online auction, live April 10 through April 24. All registration is available at https://literacynetwork.schoolauction.net/rbtw2025/.

This year’s auction will run from 12 pm on Thursday, April 10 to 11 pm on Thursday, April 24.

2025’s auction items include:

• Tickets for great family outings, including American Players Theatre, Madison Mallards, Ten Pin Alley, and Vitense Golf

• Certificates to try new experiences, including pottery classes with Dongzhu Pottery Studio, rock climbing at Boulders Climbing Gym, and yoga with Inner Fire Yoga

• Gift cards for local restaurants like Lallande, Sardine, and Ian’s Pizza

• A wide range of art

Since 1974, Literacy Network has provided free adult literacy and English language education programs for Dane County adults. Students study English as a Second Language (ESL), prepare for the U.S. citizenship test, and earn their GED, among other programs. Each year, 1,400+ adult students from more than 85 countries work towards improved skills to achieve their dreams at Literacy Network.

Interested in donating an item for our online auction or being an event sponsor? Contact Margaret at margaret@litnetwork.org or 608-268-6578.