Classes
Tech Tuesdays are free computer technology classes. Topics change weekly and cover various topics. Classes are FREE. Sign up at the reference desk.
Classes are held from 9:30-10:30 a.m. in the Reference Department.
Click a link below to view slideshow presentations of a variety of computer topics created by the library staff.
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Tech Tuesday Schedule
Tech Tuesday Topics
Computer Basics
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For adult beginners of any age. Learn about the basic functions of computers.
Upcoming Classes: 08/29/23, 11/14/23, 01/23/24, 04/02/24
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(Presentación en español)
Internet Basics
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What is the internet? Learn about the internet, different browsers, and how to go to different websites.
Upcoming Classes: 09/05/23, 11/21/23. 01/30/24, 04/09/24
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Internet Searching
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Learn about different search engines and good searching practices.
Upcoming Classes: 09/12/23, 11/28/23, 02/06/24, 04/16/24
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Email Basics
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Setup an email account and learn how to read, write, reply and delete emails.
Upcoming Classes: 08/08/23, 10/17/23, 01/02/24, 03/12/24, 05/28/24
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Google Drive
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Learn how to use the cloud to save and store documents and access free word processing programs.
Upcoming Classes: 09/19/23, 12/26/23, 03/26/24
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Setup a Facebook page, change privacy settings, and make comments.
Upcoming Class: 08/22/23, 12/05/23, 03/05/24
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Overdrive
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Borrow eBooks and audio books and download them to your device.
Upcoming Classes: 10/10/23, 01/16/24, 04/30/24
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Visit our Downloadables Page for additional help
Library Catalog
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Learn how to use the library’s online catalog to search for items and monitor account.
Upcoming Classes: 08/01/23, 10/31/23, 02/13/24, 05/21/24
Visit our My Account Page for additional help
Microsoft Excel Spreadsheets
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Learn the basics of Excel spreadsheets. You can organize information, perform basic calculations, and create charts.
Upcoming Classes: 07/25/23, 10/03/23, 12/19/23, 02/27/24, 05/14/24
Microsoft Word
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Need to write a resume or a letter?Learn the basics of this word processing program including: how to highlight, change font, copy and paste, and some keyboard shortcuts.
Upcoming Classes: 09/26/23, 12/12/23, 02/20/24, 05/07/24
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Genealogy
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Create your own family tree. Learn to uses sources such as Ancestry.com and Heritage Quest.
Next Class: 08/15/23, 10/24/23, 12/19/23, 02/27/24
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