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Adult & Electronic Services » Computer & Internet Classes at Main Library

Free Instruction
Reservations for computer instruction classes begin the first of each month. To register, please stop in or call (216) 226-
8275, ext. 127.

Computer Basics [view course guide online]
Getting around on the computer isn’t hard—it’s just unfamiliar. Jump in and get your feet wet. Learn the basic skills
and discover what’s been waiting for you online. We recommend that all students practice with Mousercise before class.
These vital exercises will help you get the most out of class and are available at any time. Just ask at the Technology
Center desk.
Saturdays at 3:00 p.m. in the Main Library Learning Lab
September 10, October 8, November 12, December 10, January 14, February 11

Word Processing Basics [view course guide online]
A word processor is more than just a typewriter with a screen. It’s a whole new approach to creating, saving and updating
all kinds of documents—from fliers to letters to manuscripts and more. This is not a typing class, but the skills you’ll learn
will serve you well in every aspect of your computing life.
Saturdays at 3:00 p.m. in the Main Library Learning Lab
September 3, October 1, November 5, December 3, January 7, February 4

Web Searching Basics
How do you narrow down thousands of choices to find what you really need? Learn about the three types of online search
tools and discover strategies for searching with precision and speed.
Saturdays at 3:00 p.m. in the Main Library Learning Lab
September 17, October 15, November 19, December 17, January 21, February 18

Researching Strategies & Resources
Are you writing a paper? Searching for professional publications? Looking for maps, graphs, or historic photos? Whether
you're combing through back issues of popular magazines for vintage ads and yesterday's perspective or tracking new
trends as they unfold today, the Library provides an extensive selection of resources through the EBSCOHost Database
collection. Come learn the ins and outs of database searching from one of our staff librarians.
Thursdays at 7:00 p.m. in the Main Library Learning Lab
September 22, October 27, January 26, February 23

E-mail Basics [view course guide online]
It’s not too late for you to master the art of e-mail.
Saturdays at 3:00 p.m. in the Main Library Learning Lab
September 24, October 22, January 28, February 25

Resume Lab [view course guide online]
Work on your resume in class while learning a new skill. Be sure to bring your addresses, phone numbers and work history.
Thursdays at 7:00 p.m. in the Main Library Learning Lab
October 13, December 8, February 9

Job Hunting Workshop [view course guide online]
Apply for jobs online with a teacher on hand to answer your questions.
Thursdays from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in the Main Library Learning Lab
September 15, November 17, January 19

Introduction to Ancestry: Library Edition
The popular Ancestry genealogy resource is now free to use every day at the Library. How far back would you like to
trace your family tree? Genealogist Deborah Abbott will show you how to use Ancestry to unlock the secrets held by
census reports, military records, birth certificates and death notices. Unravel your history with professional results.
Tuesday, October 4 at 7:00 p.m. in the Main Library Auditorium

See also » Archived Class Materials     Online Resources