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Upcoming Computer Classes
All upcoming computer classes being held at the library are listed below. Please note that all computer classes require registration which can be done online. Registration for all classes opens two weeks before the class occurs.
If you have not taken a class with us in the past please view our computer General Class Information.
Additional features of MS Word 2013
Learners will experience more advanced word processing tasks including bulleted and numbered lists, and cut/copy/paste functions. Prerequisite: Introduction to MS Word 2013
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Central Library - Computer Lab Registration begins on Monday, May 27th
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Central Library - Computer Lab Registration begins on Friday, Jun 7th
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Central Library - Computer Lab Registration begins on Wednesday, Jun 12th
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Central Library - Computer Lab Registration begins on Saturday, Jun 29th
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Central Library - Computer Lab Registration begins on Wednesday, Jul 10th
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After Effects Basics
Learn the basics of Adobe's 3D animation program, After Effects.
Some experience with Adobe programs, like Photoshop or video editing programs, like iMovie or Final Cut Pro, is necessary.
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Northside Branch - Digital Studio Registration begins on Saturday, Jun 22nd
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An App A Day Keeps the Doctor Away
Experience a variety of free health apps for mobile devices and mobile friendly websites including senior health interests, for those on the go. Bring your own device (iPhone/smart phone, tablet, etc.), or use one of the preloaded iPads that will be available during the session for your hands-on practice, as we go over free health resources from the National Library of Medicine and other reputable organizations.
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Tates Creek Branch - Large Conference Room |
Computer Club for Seniors
Improve your computer skills with other seniors. Each month has a different tutorial with time for questions.
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Eagle Creek Branch - Registration begins on Sunday, Jul 7th
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Digital Photography 2
In part two of Digital Photography we will use Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Bridge to organize photos, and use automation to resize, watermark, and batch edit them.
Prerequisite: Introduction to Digital Photography or some experience with Photoshop.
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Northside Branch - Digital Studio Registration begins on Tuesday, Jun 4th
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Discover information on the internet
Learners will learn to visit a website by entering the web address in the browser, and learn the basics of simple web searching and entering data in online forms. Prerequisite: Students should be able to use the mouse
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Central Library - Computer Lab Registration begins on Saturday, May 25th
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Central Library - Computer Lab Registration begins on Wednesday, May 29th
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Central Library - Computer Lab Registration begins on Wednesday, Jun 26th
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Central Library - Computer Lab Registration begins on Monday, Jul 1st
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Central Library - Computer Lab Registration begins on Friday, Jul 12th
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Discover SkyDrive
This workshop introduces the cloud connectivity of Windows 8 and highlights SkyDrive. Learners will discover how to connect to their files in the cloud using their Microsoft account as well as different ways to access and manage their files and photos on SkyDrive. Prerequisite: Explore PC Basics
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Central Library - Computer Lab Registration begins on Monday, Jun 17th
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Central Library - Computer Lab Registration begins on Wednesday, Jul 10th
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Central Library - Computer Lab Registration begins on Wednesday, Jul 17th
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Explore PC Basics
This workshop is designed for an audience that is new to computing. In addition to getting an introduction to the Windows 8 PC, learners will discover how to access the desktop, how to use files, folders, and libraries; how to jump to files quickly, and how to pin important stuff to the Start screen. Prerequisite: Students should be able to use the mouse
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Central Library - Computer Lab Registration begins on Saturday, Jun 1st
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Central Library - Computer Lab Registration begins on Wednesday, Jun 19th
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Central Library - Computer Lab Registration begins on Monday, Jun 24th
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Central Library - Computer Lab Registration begins on Friday, Jul 5th
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Central Library - Computer Lab Registration begins on Wednesday, Jul 17th
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Final Cut Pro X Basics
Create your own 30-45 second video spot using the professional grade video editing software. This class builds on techniques learned in iMovie 2.
Prerequisite: iMovie 2.
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Northside Branch - Digital Studio Registration begins on Thursday, Jun 6th
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Northside Branch - Digital Studio Registration begins on Thursday, Jul 11th
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Final Cut Pro X Beyond Basics
Learn to use the more advanced editing functions of Final Cut Pro X including: color correction, green screen effects, adjusting video effects over time with keyframes and much more. All "problem" video clips will be provided for you.
Prerequisite: Final Cut Pro X Basics.
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Northside Branch - Digital Studio Registration begins on Saturday, Jun 15th
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GarageBand
Learn the basic operations of GarageBand, the audio recording and editing software from Apple.
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Northside Branch - Digital Studio Registration begins on Tuesday, Jun 11th
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Northside Branch - Digital Studio Registration begins on Tuesday, Jun 25th
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Illustrator 2: Logos
Build on the techniques learned in Illustrator Basics to create your own logo.
Prerequisite: Illustrator Basics.
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Northside Branch - Digital Studio Registration begins on Saturday, Jun 29th
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Illustrator Basics
Learn the basics of creating graphic designs and images from photos and creating unique material using the basic tools and processes of Illustrator.
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Northside Branch - Digital Studio Registration begins on Thursday, May 30th
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Northside Branch - Digital Studio Registration begins on Tuesday, Jun 25th
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iMovie 1
Create an original video with a photo background, animated text and video effects. This is a great class for beginners.
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Northside Branch - Digital Studio Registration begins on Tuesday, May 28th
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Northside Branch - Digital Studio Registration begins on Thursday, Jun 27th
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iMovie 2
Edit your own digital video with iMovie. Add music, titles and video effects, and remove video you don't want. Bringing your own video on digital media is recommended, but not required.
Prerequisite: iMovie 1.
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Northside Branch - Digital Studio Registration begins on Tuesday, Jun 4th
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InDesign 2
Build on techniques learned in InDesign Basics and create your own business card, newsletter, poster and magazine.
Prerequisite: InDesign Basics.
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Northside Branch - Digital Studio Registration begins on Tuesday, Jul 16th
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InDesign Basics
Learn the most powerful layout program in the industry. Use textboxes and paragraph settings to better organize your copy and save time by using presets while creating a multi-page document such as fliers and brochures.
Prerequisites: Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator.
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Northside Branch - Digital Studio Registration begins on Tuesday, May 14th
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Northside Branch - Digital Studio Registration begins on Tuesday, Jul 2nd
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Introduction to Digital Photography
Learn the basics of indoor and outdoor digital photography, and edit your photos in iPhoto and Photoshop. Feel free to bring your own digital, stand-alone camera, or use your smartphone camera.
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Northside Branch - Digital Studio Registration begins on Tuesday, Jun 18th
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Introduction to Excel 2013
This class introduces the basic functions and uses of a spreadsheet program. Prerequisite: Introduction to MS Word 2013 or previous experience using spreadsheet software.
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Central Library - Computer Lab Registration begins on Wednesday, May 22nd
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Central Library - Computer Lab Registration begins on Monday, Jun 3rd
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Central Library - Computer Lab Registration begins on Friday, Jun 14th
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Central Library - Computer Lab Registration begins on Wednesday, Jun 19th
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Central Library - Computer Lab Registration begins on Saturday, Jul 13th
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Introduction to Keynote
Learn to use iWork's presentation program, Keynote. We'll go over how to make a simple presentation slideshow.
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Northside Branch - Digital Studio Registration begins on Thursday, May 23rd
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Northside Branch - Digital Studio Registration begins on Tuesday, Jul 2nd
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Introduction to Mac
We will cover the basics of using Apple software and hardware. No experience with Macs is necessary.
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Northside Branch - Digital Studio Registration begins on Saturday, May 18th
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Northside Branch - Digital Studio Registration begins on Tuesday, Jun 18th
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Introduction to MS Word 2013
Learners will discover the basics of word processing, including creating, formatting, and printing a simple document. Prerequisite: Explore PC Basics or experience using a previous version of MS Word
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Central Library - Computer Lab Registration begins on Monday, May 20th
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Central Library - Computer Lab Registration begins on Friday, May 31st
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Central Library - Computer Lab Registration begins on Wednesday, Jun 5th
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Central Library - Computer Lab Registration begins on Saturday, Jun 22nd
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Central Library - Computer Lab Registration begins on Wednesday, Jul 3rd
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Introduction to Numbers
Learn to use iWork's spreadsheet program, Numbers. We'll create spreadsheets for home and office organization.
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Northside Branch - Digital Studio Registration begins on Thursday, Jun 13th
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Introduction to Pages
Learn to use iWork's word processing and desktop publishing program, Pages. We'll work with templates for flyers and cards, and learn to format your own document.
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Northside Branch - Digital Studio Registration begins on Tuesday, May 21st
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Introduction to Pages
Learn to use iWork's word processing and desktop layout program with templates for flyers and cards, and with a blank document.
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Northside Branch - Digital Studio Registration begins on Tuesday, Jul 16th
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Introduction to Photoshop
Fix "Red-eye" and remove blemishes from portraits. Learn how to combine several images into a single photo and move parts of one photo to another and add titles and text. Prerequisite: Learn to navigate Windows 8
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Central Library - Computer Lab Registration begins on Saturday, Jun 8th
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Central Library - Computer Lab Registration begins on Wednesday, Jun 12th
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Central Library - Computer Lab Registration begins on Monday, Jul 8th
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Introduction to Powerpoint 2013
Learners will explore the basic functions and uses of a presentation program and create a simple slideshow presentation. Prerequisite: Introduction to MS word 2013 or previous experience using presentation software
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Central Library - Computer Lab Registration begins on Wednesday, May 29th
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Central Library - Computer Lab Registration begins on Monday, Jun 10th
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Central Library - Computer Lab Registration begins on Wednesday, Jun 26th
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Central Library - Computer Lab Registration begins on Friday, Jun 28th
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Central Library - Computer Lab Registration begins on Saturday, Jul 6th
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iPhoto 1
Enhance your digital photos and create a slideshow with music and text. This is a great class for beginners.
We recommend bringing your own pictures on a flash drive or other media, but it is not required.
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Northside Branch - Digital Studio Registration begins on Tuesday, May 21st
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Northside Branch - Digital Studio Registration begins on Saturday, Jul 6th
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iPhoto 2
Use iPhoto to organize your photos. Bring in a collection of photos and create albums with keywords, and utilize Faces and Places to create a searchable collection.
We recommend bringing your own photos on a flash drive or other media.
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Northside Branch - Digital Studio Registration begins on Tuesday, Jun 11th
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Learn to navigate Windows 8
Learners will discover how to effectively navigate in Windows 8. Participants tour the Start screen and experiment with touch gestures, live tiles, and charms. This workshop also shows how to work efficiently with snap and keyboard shortcuts. Prerequisite: Explore PC Basics
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Central Library - Computer Lab Registration begins on Wednesday, May 22nd
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Central Library - Computer Lab Registration begins on Wednesday, Jun 19th
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Central Library - Computer Lab Registration begins on Monday, Jul 1st
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Central Library - Computer Lab Registration begins on Friday, Jul 12th
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Central Library - Computer Lab Registration begins on Wednesday, Jul 17th
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Learn to use the mouse and keyboard
Learners will experience a tutorial that teaches all the basic mouse movements, along with a brief introduction to ergonomics and touch typing. No computer experience necessary.
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Central Library - Computer Lab Registration begins on Wednesday, May 22nd
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Central Library - Computer Lab Registration begins on Saturday, May 25th
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Central Library - Computer Lab Registration begins on Monday, Jun 24th
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Central Library - Computer Lab Registration begins on Friday, Jul 5th
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Meet the new Windows
Learners will experience the new features of Windows 8, including how to personalize their device with picture password, download apps they love, and use the cloud to their advantage. Finally, learners will get a great overview of how to navigate Windows 8. Prerequisite: Explore PC Basics or previous experience using Windows
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Central Library - Computer Lab Registration begins on Friday, May 24th
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Central Library - Computer Lab Registration begins on Wednesday, Jun 5th
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Central Library - Computer Lab Registration begins on Saturday, Jun 15th
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Central Library - Computer Lab Registration begins on Friday, Jun 21st
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Central Library - Computer Lab Registration begins on Wednesday, Jul 3rd
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Central Library - Computer Lab Registration begins on Monday, Jul 15th
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Photoshop 2: Layers
Learn to effectively use layers in Photoshop. You'll make a multi-layer project using images and text, and use layer masks.
Prerequisite: Photoshop Basics or some Photoshop experience.
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Northside Branch - Digital Studio Registration begins on Saturday, Jun 8th
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Photoshop 2: Restoration
Bring in your old documents and photos, and we will teach you how to scan them into the computer. Use Photoshop to restore the elements and create a high-quality copy for use to protect the original.
Prerequisite: Photoshop Basics or some experience with Photoshop.
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Northside Branch - Digital Studio Registration begins on Saturday, Jul 13th
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Photoshop Art
Use the Wacom tablet interface to create original sketches utilizing the brush tool's numerous settings. Manipulate color, brightness, and contrast to get the best out of your illustrations and photos.
Prerequisite: Photoshop Basics.
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Northside Branch - Digital Studio Registration begins on Saturday, Jun 1st
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Photoshop Basics
Fix "Red-eye" and remove blemishes from portraits. You'll also learn how to combine several images into a single photo and add text to the image.
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Northside Branch - Digital Studio Registration begins on Saturday, May 25th
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Northside Branch - Digital Studio Registration begins on Tuesday, May 28th
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Northside Branch - Digital Studio Registration begins on Thursday, Jul 4th
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Northside Branch - Digital Studio Registration begins on Tuesday, Jul 9th
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Photoshop for Photographers
This class is for all photographers who want improve their photoshop skills to maximize the quality of their photos. Using Photoshop digital darkroom techniques and Adobe Camera RAW you will improve the lighting, color, and composition of the image.
Prerequisite: Photoshop Basics.
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Northside Branch - Digital Studio Registration begins on Tuesday, Jul 9th
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Reinvent your mail with Outlook.com
This workshop showcases the exciting features of Outlook.com and highlights the sleek new interface. Learners will discover how to connect their social networks to Outlook.com and how to manage their inbox. They will also learn about privacy features in Outlook.com and discover how to sign up or upgrade. Prerequisite: Explore PC Basics
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Central Library - Computer Lab Registration begins on Wednesday, May 29th
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Central Library - Computer Lab Registration begins on Saturday, Jun 1st
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Central Library - Computer Lab Registration begins on Monday, Jun 17th
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Central Library - Computer Lab Registration begins on Wednesday, Jun 26th
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Central Library - Computer Lab Registration begins on Wednesday, Jul 10th
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Computer Class Calendar
View all classes in our events calendar.
Computer Class Packets
Additional Class Information
If you are interested in registering for a computer class please check our upcoming classes list and register today!
Classes are
- Free
- One-time, two-hour sessions
- Limited to 12 students (Digital Studio classes are limited to 7 students)
- Available for registration 14 days before the date of the class
Students should
- Sign up online at www.lexpublib.org.
- Call 231-5573 in order to register or register in person at Central Library if unable to signup online.
- Provide an email address for advanced classes in order to receive email reminders (Computer Basics students will receive class confirmation calls a few days before the event)
- Provide an email address for advanced classes in order to be entered on the waiting list for classes which are already full (Computer Basics students who do not have an email will receive a phone call if they are moved from the waiting list into the class)
- Provide a telephone number at which we may notify you of late changes in the class schedule, such as weather cancelations.
- Cancel as soon as possible if unable to attend, by using the link in your confirmation email OR calling 231-5573.
- Arrive on time.
Please note
- Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
- Students may attempt to walk-in to our classes, but pre-registered students (including students on the waiting list) will receive priority for any available seating.
- Please register for classes only after completing any applicable prerequisites
- If you are more than 5 minutes late, your seat may be given to another student.
- Classes are subject to cancelation. In the event a class is canceled, an attempt will be made to notify all registered students.
- Learning any new skill takes time and patience. Please take advanced classes only when you are comfortable with the skills taught in basic level classes. Practice outside of class is essential to mastery of the skills.
About Digital Studio Classes
Classes are:
- Limited to 7 students
- All classes labeled Digital Studio will be held in our Digital Studio located in our Northside Branch.
- Available for online registration 14 days before the class is scheduled to be held.
- Students may attempt to walk-in to our classes, but pre-registered students (including students on the waiting list) will receive priority for any available seating.
- If you are more than 5 minutes late, your seat may be given to another student.
- Classes are subject to cancelation. In the event a class is canceled, an attempt will be made to notify all registered students.
- Call 231-5590 for information.