Founded in 1861, Turn of River Presbyterian Church serves a congregation of 50 members and offers a Sunday worship…More service and various music and youth programs.</p> <p>Headed by James K. Mahan, Turn of River has created a unique way to teach its younger members about the Bible. The Presbyterian Puppet Players features elementary and middle school students performing puppet shows to present a religious message. The Presbyterian Women's Organization holds an annual Hollyfair during the first weekend of December on the church grounds where handmade crafts and ornaments can be purchased.</p> <p>Turn of River also shares its buildling with Steps Dance Studio, a for-profit dance school for elementary and middle school children.</p>

Founded in 1972, Literacy Volunteers of America provides the residents of Stamford and Greenwich with free reading,…More writing and English language classes, as well as job training, computer instruction and financial literacy education. The group also works with other community-based organizations, including St. Luke's Lifeworks and the First Congregational Church of Stamford, to broaden their reach. Literacy Volunteers of America serves approximately 550 students each  year and benefits from over 120 volunteers.</p> <p>"Education matters," says executive director Diane Rosenthal. "Everyone deserves an education and that's what we do. With an education, doors open."</p> <p>Morning classes are held twice a week from 9:30am - noon. Evening classes are also held twice a week from 7pm - 9pm. Registriation is required for all classes.</p>