Tech Classes

Navigating Your iPhone

Monday, September 16, 2024, 11:00 am

This introductory class teaches the basic functions of an iPhone. Learn about screen navigation, popular applications, and more.

Bring your own device. There will be plenty of time for questions.

Editing Short Video Clips for Social Media

Wednesday, September 25, 2024, 5:30 pm

This how-to class will help you learn skills, tips, and tricks to edit short videos for your social media.

We'll show you how to add effects, transitions, and voice-overs to your content using Viva Video.

Familiarity with social media platforms required. Knowledge of content creation preferred.

Introduction to Smart Speakers with Voice Assistants

Thursday, October 3, 2024, 5:30 pm

Common voice assistants include Google Assistant, Amazon's Alexa, and Apple's Siri.

This class introduces the smart speaker devices on the market and goes over the main features.

Learn how to check the weather, play music, set timers, and see which device may be right for you.

Microsoft Word Office 365 for Beginners

Saturday, October 5, 2024, 10:30 am

Using the new online free version of Microsoft Office 365, this hands-on class introduces the essentials of Microsoft Word.

We'll cover tabs, saving and printing, downloading templates, clip art, bullets, and more.

Bring your own device with a Microsoft Outlook account, or use a library device. Basic mouse and keyboard skills required.

Talking Tech: Basics of Terminology and Lingo

Tuesday, October 8, 2024, 3:00 pm

Go back to basics with this discussion-style class focused on all the terms and language around computer use.

Have you been unsure about difference between Macs and PCs or iPhones and Androids? Do you want to know about your operating system or RAM and didn't know how to ask?

Come to this judgement-free environment to gain confidence in talking about technology.

Microsoft Excel for Beginners

Wednesday, October 9, 2024, 2:00 pm

This hands-on class introduces the essentials of Microsoft Excel 2021: tabs, rows, columns, functions, formulas, and more. We'll help you understand the basics of spreadsheets.

Bring your own device with Microsoft Excel installed, or use a library laptop.

Basic mouse and keyboarding skills are required. There will be plenty of time for questions.

Staying Safe Online--Scams and Phishing: Presented in Urdu

Sunday, October 13, 2024, 12:30 pm

For Urdu speakers, this class will show how to detect scams, frauds, and bad actors on the internet.

Learn common signs and aspects of scams and phishing, as well as other tips and tricks to stay safe online.

Using PhotoPea: Free Photo Editing Software

Monday, October 14, 2024, 11:00 am

In this introductory class, explore the basics of PhotoPea, a free online photo editor. This web-based software lets you edit photos; apply effects, filters, and text; and crop or resize pictures.

Bring your own device, or use a library laptop. Basic mouse and keyboard skills are required. There will be plenty of time for questions.

Computer Basics: Navigating the Internet

Tuesday, October 22, 2024, 3:30 pm

This class will teach the basics of getting online, including choices of internet browsers, basic search functions, and website conventions.

Bring your own laptop or use a library device. Basic mouse and keyboard skills are required. There will be plenty of time for questions.

Create a Resume Using Canva.com

Wednesday, October 23, 2024, 5:30 pm

Canva.com is a free online design platform that lets you create flyers, handouts, and documents. This class introduces elements of Canva design useful when creating a resume.

Basic mouse and keyboard skills required. Bring your own device, or use a library laptop. There will be plenty of time for questions.