BANGOR, Maine — Tutoring an adult in reading or the English language only takes a few hours and week, though the positive effects last a lifetime.

Literacy Volunteers of Bangor has announced its 2013 Tutor Training. The Winter Session begins 6-9 p.m.  Wednesday , Jan. 16. The Spring Session begins 6-9 p.m. Monday, April 1. Both are last six sessions, held at United Technologies Center, 200 Hogan Rd..

The fee of $35 helps defray the costs of the book and materials. (Scholarships are available.)

To learn more or get a schedule, contact Literacy Volunteers of Bangor at 207-947-8451 or www.lvbangor.org. Registrations are strongly encouraged.