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List of upcoming events


Event Name Date Offered Event Description
Buying and Selling Your Stuff Online ProgramJuly 29th 2009 01:30:00 PMLooking for stuff to sell or buy online? We will look at a variety of websites (i.e. Ebay, Craigslist, and others) to accomplish this mission!
Creating Web Pages with Word Press August 26th 2009 10:00:00 AMLearn how to create a web page using a free account at: www.wordpress.com. Create your own blog, or publish an informal website with ease. No HTML or prior web page experience required. Prerequisite: E-mail address as accessible e-mail required, Intro to Word 2003 & Internet class highly recommended or strong MS Word & Internet experience.
Intermediate Excel 2003August 11th 2009 02:00:00 PMLearn to use the advanced formulas, graphs, and reporting tools (including Pivot Tables and Pivot Charts) in Excel. Prerequisite: Excel Class, or basic Excel knowledge.
Intermediate InternetAugust 19th 2009 06:00:00 PMGo beyond the basics of searching the Internet...locating images, advanced search techniques, access various search engines and more! Prerequisite: Internet Class or basic Internet knowledge
Intermediate Word 2003 July 16th 2009 02:00:00 PMJuly 16 (Th) 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. *Prerequisite: Word class or basic Word knowledge. Go beyond the basics of MS Word and learn some new editing techniques.
Intermediate Word 2003August 20th 2009 02:00:00 PMGo beyond the basics of MS Word and learn some new editing techniques. Prerequisite: Word Class, or basic Word knowledge.
Intermediate Word 2007July 20th 2009 02:00:00 PMGo beyond the basics of MS Word and learn some new editing techniques. Prerequisite: Word Class, or basic Word knowledge.
Intermediate Word 2007August 21st 2009 02:00:00 PMGo beyond the basics of MS Word and learn some new editing techniques. Prerequisite: Word Class, or basic Word knowledge.
Introduction to Digital Photography BasicsAugust 18th 2009 02:00:00 PMExplore the differences of digital & film photography. Learn how to edit and manipulate images with free imaging software! Prerequisite: Basic computer/Internet knowledge.
Introduction to Excel 2003 July 22nd 2009 01:30:00 PMLearn the basics of creating a spreadsheet and using the math functions. Prerequisite: Word Class, or basic Word knowledge.
Introduction to Excel 2003 August 24th 2009 05:00:00 PMLearn the basics of creating a spreadsheet and using the math functions. Prerequisite: Word Class, or basic Word knowledge.
Introduction to Excel 2007August 5th 2009 06:00:00 PMLearn the basics of creating a spreadsheet and using the math functions. Prerequisite: Word Class, or basic Word knowledge.
Introduction to Powerpoint 2003August 31st 2009 05:00:00 PMLearn the basics of creating a slide presentation with this program. Pre-requisite: Word Class, or basic Word knowledge.
Introduction to PowerPoint 2007July 27th 2009 05:30:00 PMJuly 27 (M) 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. *Prerequisite: Word Class, or basic Word knowledge. Learn the basics of creating a slide presentation with this program.
Introduction to Powerpoint 2007August 19th 2009 09:30:00 AMLearn the basics of creating a slide presentation with this program. Pre-requisite: Word Class, or basic Word knowledge.
Introduction to Publisher 2007July 23rd 2009 02:00:00 PMLearn the basics of creating a calendar, newsletter and a one page publication. Prerequisite: Word Class, or basic Word knowledge.
Introduction to Publisher 2007August 13th 2009 02:00:00 PMLearn the basics of creating a calendar, newsletter and a one page publication. Prerequisite: Word Class, or basic Word knowledge.
Introduction to the InternetJuly 30th 2009 02:00:00 PMLearn the basics of navigating the Internet, terminology and how to sharpen your search techniques. Prerequisite: Windows class or basic Windows knowledge.
Introduction to the InternetAugust 6th 2009 02:00:00 PMLearn the basics of navigating the Internet, terminology and how to sharpen your search techniques. Prerequisite: Windows class or basic Windows knowledge.
Introduction to Windows VistaAugust 5th 2009 02:00:00 PMLearn the basics of computers, including mouse skills, and terminology. Prerequisite: None
Introduction to Windows XPAugust 3rd 2009 05:30:00 PMLearn the basics of computers, including mouse skills, and terminology. Prerequisite: None
Introduction to Word 2003July 13th 2009 02:00:00 PMLearn the basics or Word Processing (typing), using Microsoft Word Pre-requisite: Windows Class or basic computer knowledge.
Introduction to Word 2003August 10th 2009 05:30:00 PMLearn the basics or Word Processing (typing), using Microsoft Word Pre-requisite: Windows Class or basic computer knowledge.
Introduction to Word 2007July 15th 2009 02:00:00 PMLearn the basics or Word Processing (typing), using Microsoft Word Pre-requisite: Windows Class or basic computer knowledge.
Introduction to Word 2007August 12th 2009 02:00:00 PMLearn the basics or Word Processing (typing), using Microsoft Word Pre-requisite: Windows Class or basic computer knowledge.
Mail Merge with Word 2003August 27th 2009 02:00:00 PMMail Merge can be used to create personalized letters, envelopes and labels from new or existing mailing lists.
Mail Merge with Word 2007August 26th 2009 02:00:00 PMMail Merge can be used to create personalized letters, envelopes and labels from new or existing mailing lists.
Online Digital Photo FunJuly 31st 2009 02:00:00 PMLearn to create photo mosaics, Polaroid tiles, movie posters, trading cards, unique photobooks, your own personalized magazine cover and so much more! Prerequisite: Internet Class, or basic Internet knowledge.
Online Digital Photo FunAugust 17th 2009 05:30:00 PMLearn to create photo mosaics, Polaroid tiles, movie posters, trading cards, unique photobooks, your own personalized magazine cover and so much more! Prerequisite: Internet Class, or basic Internet knowledge.

 

**Stop in at the Library's Computer Center for information and to register,
or call 330.425.4268 ext 4.

 

Course Descriptions

 

Introduction to Windows XP

  • Learn the basics of computers, including mouse skills and terminology.

  • A great classes for beginners of all levels

Introduction to Word 2003

  • Learn the basics of word processing (typing), using Microsoft Word.

  • Pre-requisite:  Introduction to Windows class, a basic Windows knowledge.

Intermediate Word 2003

  • Go beyond the basics of MS Word and learn some more editing techniques.

  • Pre-requisite:  Introduction to MS Word.

Introduction to the Internet

  • Learn the basics of navigating the Internet, including terminology.

  • Pre-requisite:  Introduction to Windows class, or basic windows knowledge.

Googling on the Internet

  • Further explore search techniques using Google.

  • Pre-requisite: Introduction to Internet class.

Create a Free Email Account

  • Come  in a create a free email account, and learn how to use it.

  • Pre-requisite:  Introduction to the Internet class, or basic internet knowledge.

Basic Online Catalog Class

  • Learn how to search and use the Computer Catalog for Library Materials.

  • Title, author, subject, and keyword searching will be taught.

  • You will also learn how to place a reserve for library materials and access you library record online.

  • Pre-requisite:  Mouse Skills and basic windows knowledge

Catalog Class #2

  • Go beyond the basic catalog class, and learn how to do more in-depth searching.

  • Pre-requisite: Basic Online Catalog Class

Catalog  Class #3

  • Third level of the catalog searching classes.

  • Pre-requisite: Catalog class #2

"Useful" Websites Class

  • Looking for the fast and easy way to find things on the web?

  • Looking for fun sites?

  • Which sites do the librarians go to first?

Introduction to Creating a Web Page

  • Learn the basics of creating a Web page from scratch

  • Explore HTML, the computer code that forms the backbone of the World Wide Web

  • Pre-requisite: Basic Windows knowledge and familiarity with using the Internet

  • Click here for the course handout

Introduction to PowerPoint

  • Learn the basics of creating a new presentation with this program!

  • Pre-requisite: Basic Windows and MS Word knowledge

Introduction to Excel

  • Learn the basics of creating a spreadsheet and using the math functions.

  • Pre-requisite: Basic Windows and MS Word knowledge

Introduction to Publisher

  • Learn the basics of creating a calendar, and a one page publication

  • Pre-requisite: Basic Windows and MS Word knowledge

Introduction to Research Databases

  • Learn how to use the OPLIN and CPL research databases

  • Pre-requisite: Basic Internet and mouse skills

Travel on the Internet

  • Explore travel destinations on the internet, search the Internet for cheap airfares, lodging information and much more!

  • Pre-requisite: Intro to the Internet class, or basic Internet knowledge.

Buying or Selling a House on the Internet

  • Are you buying or selling your home? Learn how to look up properties for sale, find out where to post your home and how to use the internet to adequately price it.

  • Pre-requisite: Intro to the Internet class, or basic Internet knowledge.

Bookworms on the Web

  • Are you a book lover? Are you in a book discussion group or planning to start one? This class will help book lovers find information about their favorite author, find good choices in reading materials, and find book reviews and guides. Also explored are types of book discussion groups!

  • Pre-requisite: Intro to the Internet class, or basic Internet knowledge.

Medicare on the Internet

  • Learn about services and information provided by the Ohio Department of Insurance, along with a multitude of Web sites for seniors to explore the m any issues that arise as we age.

  • Pre-requisite: Intro to the Internet class, or basic Internet knowledge.

Genealogy on the Internet

  • Explore the multitude of websites that can assist you with finding your family tree history

  • Pre-requisite: Intro to the Internet class, or basic Internet knowledge.

Mail Merge with MS Word

  • Learn how to create a data source, create a form letter, merge documents and create a label main document.

  • Pre-requisite: Basic Windows and MS Word knowledge.

Introduction to eBooks

  • Learn the basics of locating/reserving eBooks from the Twinsburg Public Library's Web site. Also covered: steps on downloading the necessary software. Main focus is with a laptop or PC.

  • Pre-requisite: Intro to the Internet, or basic Internet knowledge.

Introduction Gardening on the Internet

  • Explore gardening sites and beautiful gardens on the Internet

  • Search the Internet for gardening information, the do's and don'ts and so much more!

  • Pre-requisite: Intro to the Internet, or basic Internet knowledge M

Cleaning Your Computer

  • Learn what you can do to fight this growing menace...viruses, spyware, adware and much more! We will be accepting 10 computers for hands on lessons. For more information & requirements stop in the computer lab.

  • Prerequisite: Moderate knowledge of your computer and the use of the internet, or have taken our Intro to Windows and Internet classes. Be willing to sign a liability waiver, be able to lift and move your own computer, have a computer running Windows 98 or newer, at least 100MB of Hard Drive space and 64MB RAM available on your computer, have a web accessible email account.

How to Buy Items on Ebay!

  • Explore how to purchase items on Ebay. You will learn how to register, find items, how to research, how to bid or buy, how to pay and how to buy safely.

  • Pre-requisite: Intro to Internet class, or basic Internet knowledge

How to Sell Items on Ebay!

  • Explore how to sell items on Ebay. You will learn how to register, check competitor's pricing, along with posting items.

  • Pre-requisite: Previous Ebay Knowledge

Introduction to Digital Photography

  • Explore the differences of digital & film photography. Learn how to edit and manipulate images with free imaging software!

  • Prerequisite: Basic computer knowledge.

  • Click here for the course handout.

Seniors Connect

  • Looking for informative information or websites geared for seniors? This class will explore our new site and show you the way!

  • Pre-requisite: Internet experience or Intro to Windows

Creating Resumes in Word

  • Learn the basics of creating a resume using a template in Microsoft Word.

  • Pre-requisite: Word Class or basic Word knowledge.

Introduction to Access 2003

  • Learn the basics of database design and implementation.

  • Pre-requisite: Word Class or basic Word knowledge.

Introduction to Blogs

  • Ever wonder why there’s been so much buzz about blogs lately? Find out what they are, how they work and what makes them so unique.

  • Prerequisite: Internet Class or basic Internet knowledge.

  • Click here for the course handout

End Junk Mail

  • Add your name to a "Do Not Call" list to end those junk phone calls and also help end home delivery junk mail.

  • Prerequisite: Internet Class or basic Internet knowledge.

Advanced Internet

  • Further explore how to limit your search with several search engines, find images only on the Internet and insert them in MS Word!

  • Pre-requisite: Intro to Internet class, or basic Internet knowledge.

Using Morningstar Database for Investors

  • Learn how to get around this site for stocks and mutual fund information.

  • Prerequisite: Internet Class, or basic internet knowledge.

Help Your Kids with their Homework

  • Learn a bit about programs like Publisher, Powerpoint and Word. This class isn't too in-depth, just how to save...how to access, etc.

  • Other areas that you'll explore are: basic databases like Grolier and the Clevenet Databases.

  • Prerequisite: Basic computer/Internet knowledge.

Learn to use Publisher 2003: Create a card and more!

  • Learn the basics of creating a card along with a paper airplane and origami.

  • Prerequisite: Word Class, or basic Word knowledge.

Lan Party with Game: Wolfenstein Enemy Territory!

  • Return to Castle Wolfenstein: Enemy Territory is a World War II based

  • Prerequisite: Internet Skills and at least 14 years of age.

  • Limited to 25 participants.

Access our Library in Your Pajamas!

  • The Library in your Pajamas is designed to help you learn to use all the library's online resources from home. We will discover how to search the online catalog, navigate the library's Web site, and explore research databases.

  • Prerequisite: Internet Class, or basic Internet knowledge.

House Hunting Online

  • Find homes for sale by owner, various realtor sites, auction sites,
    aerial views of neighborhoods, appraisal values and more!

  • Prerequisite: Internet class or basic Internet Knowledge

Introduction to GIMP

  • Learn how to use the advanced features of this sophisticated imaging program.

  • Use GIMP to alter photos and create graphics from scratch.

  • Prerequisite: Introduction to Digital Photography.

  • Click here for the class handout.

 

 

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