Computer Classes Resume on Monday Nights in September!

Back by popular demand, we will be offering computer classes on Monday nights during September along with our regularly scheduled Tuesday morning offerings. As always, our computer classes are free and are designed for adults and young adults. For more information please call 559-1945 and ask for the Reference Department. Class space is available for 8 participants per session.

Word Basics
Tuesday, September 1 from 10:00 a.m.–12 Noon
Registration starts 8/18
Introduction to the basic tools of Microsoft Word. Learn how to enter and format text, change margins and line spacing, and copy and paste text. Saving and printing tips will also be discussed. Prerequisite: Some experience using a mouse will be helpful.

Excel Basics
Tuesday, September 8 from 10:00 a.m.–12 Noon
Registration starts 8/25
An introduction to spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel. This session provides a basic overview and common uses for spreadsheets. Learn basic Excel functions and build a simple budget spreadsheet. Prerequisite: Word Basics or some experience using MS Word will be helpful.

Computer Basics
Monday, September 14 from 6:00–8:00 p.m.
Registration starts 8/31
This class provides a basic introduction to the personal computer and its parts. Learn how to use the mouse and navigate the computer screen. There is time for hands-on practice. No computer experience is necessary.

Mail Merge Magic
Tuesday, September 15 from 10:00 a.m.–12 Noon
Registration starts 9/1
Follow-up to Word Basics and Excel Basics. Create an address mailing list in Excel and a form letter in Word. Learn how to merge the two together. This is a great project to get ready for holiday mailings! Learn how to create mailing labels, print envelopes or multiple copies of letters. Prerequisite: Word Basics and Excel Basics or some experience with MS Word and MS Excel will be helpful.

Keyboard Basics
Monday, September 21 from 6:00–8:00 p.m.
Registration starts 9/5
Basic orientation to using the computer keyboard. Learn to be a more efficient keyboarder. General instruction and hands-on practice. No computer experience is necessary.

PowerPoint Basics
Tuesday, September 22 from 10:00 a.m.–12 Noon
Registration starts 9/8
Overview of Microsoft PowerPoint, a software program for designing creative presentations and slideshows. Create a simple presentation and learn how to use this program to produce effective printed materials. Prerequisite: Word Basics or some experience using MS Word will be helpful.

Internet Basics
Monday, September 28 from 6:00–8:00 p.m.
Registration starts 9/14
An introduction to the Internet, focusing on the World Wide Web, using Internet Explorer. Provides an overview of how the Internet is structured and introduces searching on the World Wide Web. Prerequisite: Some experience using a mouse will be helpful.

Publisher: Create a Calendar for the School Year
Tuesday, September 29 from 10:00 a.m –12 Noon
Registration starts 9/15
Create a calendar for the new school year! Learn the basics of this desktop publishing program. MS Publisher is designed for creating greeting cards, flyers, signs, brochures, calendars, and much more. Prerequisite: Word Basics or some experience using MS Word will be helpful.