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Enhance Your English Skills During Lunch

Every Wednesday, Creek and River Company (C&R) offers a unique opportunity for creative professionals to improve their English speaking skills over lunch with a free online seminar series titled Chris's Lunch-Time English Conversations. This series focuses on both grammar and pronunciation, making it an excellent resource for those looking to enhance their communication skills without feeling overwhelmed.

These engaging seminars are designed to be quick yet effective, lasting just 15 minutes, making them easy to fit into a busy schedule. Attendees can simply listen in as they enjoy their lunch, making this a relaxed and pleasant way to learn. The sessions occur at two different times: Grammar lessons at 12:15 PM and Pronunciation lessons at 12:45 PM.

What to Expect

Participants can look forward to various topics spanning different aspects of the English language. For the upcoming weeks in May, the schedule includes:

Grammar Sessions:

• - May 13: Differences between By and Until
• - May 20: Differences between As and Like
• - May 27: Differences between Although, Even Though, and Though

Pronunciation Sessions:

• - May 13: Pronunciation symbol w
• - May 20: Pronunciation symbol j
• - May 27: A complete overview of pronunciation symbols from A to Z (one sound & one sentence)

These topics cater to a range of attendees—from those who have had little exposure to English since their school days to those who wish to build confidence in speaking with international colleagues.

Why Attend?

The C&R Company recognizes the increasing globalization within the creative industry, leading to more opportunities for collaboration with overseas creators. This initiative is aimed at making it easier for creators to engage with the English language, particularly those who may feel hesitant or unsure about their language skills.
With the fast-paced nature of working in a collaborative environment, this seminar series is perfect for anyone looking to take a more active role in their English language learning.

Chris Larimore, the instructor of these sessions, has been in Japan for nearly 30 years and currently manages the language education initiatives at C&R. He has a wealth of experience teaching a variety of classes, and his approachable style helps create a welcoming learning environment.

Who Should Join?

This seminar series is ideal for:

• - Individuals who have had limited contact with English since their student days.
• - Those who want to build confidence when interacting with foreign colleagues in the workplace.
• - Anyone planning to expand their professional or creative opportunities internationally.
• - Creatives who wish to enhance their business English skills.

Joining the Sessions
The seminars are conducted online via Zoom, making them accessible to anyone regardless of location. Each session has a maximum capacity of 30 participants, ensuring a more personalized learning experience. To sign up, participants should complete their registration by 12:30 PM for grammar sessions and 1:00 PM for pronunciation sessions on the day of the event.

How to Sign Up

To register or learn more about the sessions, visit the links below:

• - Grammar Sessions:

- May 13: By vs. Until
- May 20: As vs. Like
- May 27: Although vs. Even Though vs. Though

• - Pronunciation Sessions:

- May 13: Pronunciation Symbol ‘w’
- May 20: Pronunciation Symbol ‘j’
- May 27: Pronunciation Symbols A to Z

These free seminars provide an excellent gateway for creative professionals to develop vital language skills in a supportive setting. Join us as we learn and grow together, enhancing our English proficiency one lunch at a time!