The following classes cover computer education, technology, the internet, and nonprofit organizations. Many include skills needed for the workplace. The following list covers classes for December and January.
Computer education
Microsoft Word 2. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. This class reviews the basics and covers how to enhance your document using formatting, layout, margins, and spacing. Prior attendance in Microsoft Word Class 1 is preferred. 6-7 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 15.
Basic Computer Literacy: Desktops and Web Browsers. Newport Library, 3730 Market St., Youngstown 44507. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Learn how to navigate a computer desktop and locate and identify programs. It also covers the basic functions of web browsers. Three laptops will be available for use. 4 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 20.
Basic Computer Class. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Covers very basic computer skills. This beginner’s class includes identifying parts of the computer, using the keyboard and mouse, plus simple internet use. 10 a.m.-noon, Thursday, Jan. 12.
Technology
Fiero Coding Club. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Learn how to write code, create websites, and design games and apps. The class uses Fiero, a software program that teaches how to code through hundreds of tutorials. 4-5:30 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 1, 8, 15, 22.
Learn Libby for Android/iOS. Austintown Library, 600 S. Raccoon Road 44515. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Bring your Android/iOS device to learn how to download and navigate the Libby app. 10 a.m., Monday, Dec. 5.
Intro to Canva. Austintown Library, 600 S. Raccoon Road 44515. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Canva is a graphic design platform used to create posters, documents, and other visual content. This class covers the basics. Register for an account, learn to create designs and insert text and images. You will need to have your email address and a password in order to register for a Canva account. 10 a.m., Monday, Dec. 12.
Amateur Radio 101: Technician Class. Boardman Library, 7680 Glenwood Ave. 44512. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Join the Western Reserve Amateur Radio Club to learn the basics of amateur radio operations and take the FCC Ham Radio test to obtain your technician license. This is the first of two classes. 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 7.
Amateur Radio 101: Technician Class 2 and Test. Boardman Library, 7680 Glenwood Ave. 44512. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Join the Western Reserve Amateur Radio Club to learn the basics of amateur radio operations and take the FCC Ham Radio test to obtain your technician license. You will be able to take the test at the end of this class. 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 14.
Getting Connected with Hoopla. Austintown Library, 600 S. Raccoon Road 44515. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Learn how to use your library card to download free movies, TV shows, music, audiobooks, comics, and e-books. You will need an email account in order to register for a Hoopla account. 10 a.m., Monday, Jan. 9.
Learn Libby for Kindle Fire. Austintown Library, 600 S. Raccoon Road 44515. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Bring your Kindle Fire tablet to learn how to download and navigate the Libby app. 10 a.m., Wednesday, Jan. 11.
Introduction to Northstar Digital Literacy. Newport Library, 3730 Market St., Youngstown 44507. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Attend an introduction to Northstar, the library’s online assessment and learning tool for essential computer and software skills. 10 a.m., Thursday, Jan. 26.
Beginner’s Zoom 1. Austintown Library, 600 S. Raccoon Road 44515. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. This beginner’s class covers the basics of Zoom. It includes registering for a Zoom account, sound, video, chatting, and hand raising. You must have an email account to register for this class. You will need to have your email address and password during the class in order to set up a Zoom account. 10 a.m., Monday, Jan. 30.
Internet
Cybersecurity Basics Class. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Learn how to be safe online with accounts and passwords, and how to avoid fraud and scams. 10 a.m.-noon, Thursday, Dec. 8.
Internet Basics Class. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Learn about search engines, the internet, and navigating websites. 10 a.m.-noon, Thursday, Jan. 19.
Email Basics Class. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Learn how to set up and use a Gmail account. 10 a.m.-noon, Thursday, Jan. 26.
Makerspace
Makers Academy: Laser Engraver. Michael Kusalaba Library, 2815 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-744-8636. This new Makers Academy teaches how to use the technology at the Michael Kusalaba Library. Each month features a different project using makerspace technologies. Participants will receive a punch card to keep track of their progress. Get 10 punches to complete the academy and receive a prize. Call to schedule an appointment. Occurs during Library hours in January.
Makerspace Orientation + Q&A. Michael Kusalaba Library, 2815 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-744-8636. New to the Makerspace or just need a refresher? Join the library for a brief orientation and get questions answered. Orientations occur every 15 minutes. 11 a.m. to noon, Saturday, Jan. 28.
Nonprofit organizations
Forming a Board for Nonprofits. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. This class will cover questions to ask before joining a board, define board service, go through providing a board orientation, go through Robert’s Rules of Order, and go through a checklist of board member roles and responsibilities. 6-7:30 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 6.
Introduction to Finding Grants for Nonprofits. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Learn what funders are looking for in nonprofits seeking grants and how to find potential funders. 9-10:30 a.m., Tuesday, Jan. 10.
Advanced Research for Nonprofits. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. It’s recommended that you have already taken “Intro to Finding Grants.” This class covers the filters that make searching the Foundation Directory Online easier, including Support Strategy, Transaction Type, Organization Type, Keyword, EIN/BRIDGE Number, Grant Amount slider, Year(s) slider. 6-7:30 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 17.
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