Main Library Computer Center
 The Library Computer Center is part of the Main
Library. The Computer Center was created by the Library with a supporting grant
for computers and software from the
Bill and Melinda Gates
Foundation.
Computers
are available on a first-come, first-serve basis and you can
sign up for a sixty-minute session. In addition to regularly
scheduled open work time, a wide range of classes are available
for computer training. Seating for these classes is limited and
reservations are required. For more information, please call the
Main Library at 233-2600 and ask for Telephone Reference.
For more information on our training programs, view the descriptions below.
The Library Computer Center is home to ten personal computers with Internet access and various Microsoft Office products: each PC is loaded with Office 2000 software including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Publisher in addition to several Encarta reference products.
Each PC also has several children's software programs installed, such as, The Magic School Bus, Barney, Arthur, and Dr. Seuss interactive reading and game programs.
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Library Computer Center Hours
Computer Center Hours
may be preempted by
training classes or special programs. |
| Saturday |
9:00-4:45 |
| Sunday |
12:00-4:45 |
| Monday |
9:00-8:45 |
| Tuesday |
2:00-8:45 |
| Wednesday |
3:00-5:45 |
| Thursday |
4:00-8:45 |
| Friday |
9:00-4:45 |
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Main Library Hands-on
Class Descriptions |
Basic
Windows
Learn the basics of moving
around in the Windows environment and get some hands-on
practice using the mouse. (60 min.) |
Basic
Word Processing
Microsoft Word is a word
processing program that can be used to create school reports
or resumes. Learn how to align text, change fonts, and
copy and move text. (60 min.)
Some computer experience is necessary. |
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Browser Basics
This is a hands-on instructional class for learning the Microsoft Internet Explorer
browser. Learn tips for using search tools on the
Internet. Participants should have some experience using
the mouse. (60 min.)
Prerequisite: Beginning Internet |
E-mail
Basics
Learn how to use Yahoo!, a
free web-based e-mail program.
Participants get hands-on training for sending and receiving
mail as well as creating folders and an address book. (60 min.)
Prerequisite: Beginning Internet and Mouse Experience |
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Look it Up!
Learn how to access your library account
from home, renew your materials, locate items, place books on hold,
and find book reviews. Using the library databases learn how to
access newspapers, magazines, books, readers advisories and more.
(60 min.)
Prerequisite: Beginning Internet |
PowerPoint Basics
Learn to compose slides and to add eye-catching effects to your
presentations. (60 min.) |
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E-Government Help
This class demonstrates the
resources needed to locate the vast wealth of government
information on the Internet. Learn to use specialized databases and search tools to find
information. (90 min.) |
Business Searching
This class demonstrates resources
to locate business information on the Internet. Learn to use specialized databases and search tools to find
information. (60 min.) |
Mousing
Around
(Mouse Practice)
Get Mousercised! Practice
using a mouse in a self-paced classroom setting. For
Beginners. An assistant is available to help answer
questions. (60 min.) |
Access Basics
Learn how to
use Microsoft Access to create a database for compiling and
sorting data. (60 min.) |
Health on
the Internet
Presented by the Community Health Information Service,
this workshop will demonstrate the difference between good and
not so good sources of health information. Participants will
get hands-on experience searching for information about
medications, health conditions, medical terms and doctors'
credentials. (90 min.) |
Excel
Basics
Microsoft Excel is a spreadsheet program that can be used to
input and sort data. Learn how to create a basic spreadsheet
and make simple charts and graphs. (60 min.)
Some computer experience is necessary. |
Natural
Medicine: Finding Trusted Resources
Mindy Rose will teach you how to assess health claims and become
an educated health consumer by learning to ask the right questions.
Learn about websites and books that you can trust for natural
medicine. A Community Health Information Service program. (90
minutes.) |
Résumé Basics
Learn tips for creating a better résumé with this class.
Participants should have word processing experience. (60 min.)
Some computer experience is necessary. |
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