Friday, January 4, 2013

Confused about your new computer or e-reader? Take a FREE computer class at your local library.



Did you get a new computer, e-Reader or other digital device for the holidays? Various libraries in the Cobb County system offer introductory classes on using computers, downloading e-books, and more for patrons seeking to enhance computer skills. The classes are free. Registration is required unless stated otherwise.

There are over 20 technology-related classes offered in January; you can find the full list on our calendar. Here's a highlight of some of the classes in the January lineup: 

Basic classes:
Tuesday, January 8: Email for Beginners, 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., Central Library. Registration required; please register online or by calling (770) 528-2320.
Tuesday, January 8: Computer Basics, 3 p.m. to 4 p.m., East Cobb Library. Registration required; please register online or by calling (770) 509-2730.
Wednesday, January 9: Microsoft Word for Beginners, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., Central Library. Registration required; please register online or by calling (770) 528-2320.
Thursday, January 10: Internet Basics Class, 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., East Cobb Library. Registration required. Prerequisite for this class: Computer Basics. To register and for more information, click here or call (770) 509-2730.
Saturday, January 12: Advanced Microsoft Word, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., Central Library. Registration required; please register online or by calling (770) 528-2320.
Tuesday, January 15: Computer Basics, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., Central Library. Registration required; register online or call (770) 528-2320.
Tuesday, January 15: Computer Basics, 3 p.m. to 4 p.m., South Cobb Regional Library. Registration is required; register online or call (678) 398-5828.
Thursday, January 17: Computer Basics, 3 p.m. to 4 p.m., South Cobb Regional Library. Registration is required; register online or call (678) 398-5828.
Tuesday, January 22: Computer Basics, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., Mountain View Regional Library. Registration is required and space is limited.
Tuesday, January 22: Internet for Beginners, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., Central Library. Registration is required; please register online or by calling (770) 528-2320.

 eReader classes:
Tuesday, January 8: Using your new Kindle and Nook - e-Readers for Seniors, 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., Powder Springs Library. Registration requested, but not required. To register, please call (770) 439-3600.
Wednesday, January 9: Free eBooks from OverDrive, 3 p.m. to 4 p.m., East Cobb Library. This step-by-step hands-on training will teach you how to download free ebooks from the library's Overdrive website. Participants should bring the following to the class: valid library card number and PIN; Amazon account information (for Kindle users); and a USB cord (for eReaders). Registration required; please register online or by calling (770) 509-2730. 
Tuesday, January 15: Getting Started with Downloadable Library Books for your Nook or Kindle, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., South Cobb Regional Library. Please register online.
Tuesday, January 22: Downloading ebooks to your iPad, noon to 1 p.m., Mountain View Regional Library. Please bring your iPad, valid library card number and PIN. Registration is required; please register online.
Wednesday, January 23: Downloading e-books to your Kindle, noon to 1 p.m., Mountain View Regional Library. Please bring your Kindle, valid library card number and PIN. Registration is required.
Thursday, January 24: Downloading ebooks to your Nook, noon to 1 p.m., Mountain View Regional Library. Please bring your Nook, valid library card number and PIN. Registration is required.

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