NYPL TechConnect Classes

 

The New York Public Library's TechConnect program TechConnect Logohelps adults develop confidence in their computer skills and grow more comfortable in today's digital world.

TechConnect offers more than 100 technology classes, both online and in-person, at libraries throughout the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Islandall absolutely free!

From learning the basics of how to use a computer to coding to digital media production, there is a class for everyone. Topics range from beginner to advanced level, including series-based programs for those who want more in-depth knowledge. Classes are offered in multiple languages. 

These programs and initiatives are part of the Library’s overall commitment to our branch patrons and education programs, led by the Merryl and James Tisch Director of Branch Libraries and Education. Major support for educational programming is provided by Merryl H. and James S. Tisch.

NYPL TechConnect is made possible thanks to the generous support of Arthur W. Koenig, The JPB Foundation, Apple Education, Accenture, and by NYC Connected Communities, a program of the New York City Office of Technology and Innovation.

 

  • Learn more about TechConnect.

  • Visit our content site to access class handouts, watch our YouTube tutorials, find out what's new, and much more!

  • Check out Project_<code>,  our 12-week front-end web development program for those who want a FREE introduction to coding or Develop in Swift to create your own mobile app!

  • Explore studio40, a recording studio and creative space outfitted with state-of-the-art media equipment and software.

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Date/TimeTitle/DescriptionLocationAudience
Wed, September 7
@ 3 PM
TechConnect
''This event is online only'' Learn how email works, sign up for a free email account, and learn about sending, replying to, and forwarding messages and attachments. You must arrive at the class on time. 10 minutes after the class starts time patrons will not be allowed into the class.
Francis Martin Library
Online
Adults
Wed, September 7
@ 3:30 PM
TechConnect
This event will take place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library in the Mac Lab (Room 617). A podcast is a creative, on-demand audio show for sharing information, engaging audiences with stories, participating in community conversations, and much more. Come learn the basic recording techniques you need to get started and tips for building your own podcast. This class is part of the media & production classes offered at studio40. To learn more, visit https://bit.ly/3EClkVk
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Pasculano Learning Center
Mac Lab
Adults
Wed, September 7
@ 4:30 PM
TechConnect
Continue learning the fundamentals of computer programming with the popular language Python. This class continues cover concepts fundamental to all programming languages and provide an introduction to coding more generally.
St. George Library Center, TechConnect LabAdults
Wed, September 7
@ 6 PM
TechConnect
This event will take place online via Zoom. Learn how to use the Python programming language to extract data from websites using the Beautiful Soup and Requests libraries. You will receive an email 2 hours prior to the start of the class with the link to join the virtual class.
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Pasculano Learning Center
Online
Adults
Thu, September 8
@ 10:30 AM
Canceled
TechConnect
NOTE: This class is in person at the Pelham Bay Library computer station with a 7 seat limit. Are you having trouble with your email? Don't know how to cut and paste? Curious about social media? Bring your technology questions to receive individualized assistance from a TechConnect instructor! Assistance is offered on a first-come first-served basis.
Pelham Bay LibraryAdults
Thu, September 8
@ 11 AM
TechConnect
This event will take place in person at Van Cortlandt Library. Need help understanding your Apple or Android devices? Then come by Van Cortland Library BYOD and enjoy.
Van Cortlandt LibraryAdults,

50+,

Immigrants
Thu, September 8
@ 11 AM
TechConnect
This session will take place in person at the Castle Hill Library! Visit and ask us your PC and tech questions! We are available to technology support and answer questions such as connecting to WiFi to your personal device, how to create and access your own personal email account, how to access the virtual cloud, accessing Social Media, and more!
Castle Hill LibraryAdults,

College & Graduate Students,

Immigrants,

Job Seekers,

Persons with Disabilities,

Persons Without Homes
Thu, September 8
@ 1:30 PM
TechConnect
This class is taught in Chinese only. || 本課程僅以中文授課。 Teach Basic computer skills -- 電腦基本概念以及操作方
OnlineAdults
Thu, September 8
@ 1:30 PM
TechConnect
This class taught in Chinese only. || 本課程僅以中文授課。 Teach Basic computer skills -- 電腦基本概念以及操作方 You can email the branch chathamsquare@nypl.org in order to receive the link to participate. We will use Google Meet for the class. The link will be sent to you by email approximately one day before our event. You will need a device with audio and/or video and an internet connection to join. || 您可以通過電子郵件chathamsquare@nypl.org 至 圖書館才能獲得參與的鏈接。 我們將在課程中使用Google Meet. 大約在活動開始前一天,該鏈接將通過電子郵件發送給您。 您需要一台具有音頻和/或…
OnlineAdults
Thu, September 8
@ 3:30 PM
TechConnect
This event will take place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library in the Mac Lab (Room 617). Most of the apps and websites that we interact with use web APIs to get their data. In this class, we are going to learn what web APIs are and how to use them in Python. We will also learn about JSON, a common data format that most web APIs use.
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Pasculano Learning Center
Mac Lab
Adults
Fri, September 9
@ 10:30 AM
TechConnect
Do you want to learn more about the computer? Then join us and learn to use your device. Bring your technology questions and get assistance.
Eastchester LibraryAdults,

50+,

Businesspeople,

Immigrants
Fri, September 9
@ 10:30 AM
TechConnect
Learn about the various types and components of computers, including basic computer terminology, and an overview of operating systems and popular software applications. We'll also explore internet basics, such as getting connected, navigating web browsers and pages and using search engines.
Parkchester Library, Computer LabAdults
Fri, September 9
@ 1 PM
TechConnect
This event will be online only. Must register with a full name and valid email address. Learn how to create a slideshow presentation using Microsoft PowerPoint. Topics include creating and editing slides, inserting images, and running your slideshow. You will receive an email 2 hours prior to the start of the class with the link to join the virtual class. *Please note that some people using older or less common email addresses have experienced issues with receiving emails from TechConnect.…
Bronx Library Center, Technology Training Center
Online Only
Adults
Sat, September 10
@ 10:30 AM
TechConnect
This event will take place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library in the Mac Lab (Room 617). Logic Pro X is a professional grade software for songwriting, music production, mixing, editing, and more. Start to explore the interface, learn how to create and edit your own loop-based compositions, and get started recording audio tracks into your production sessions. This class is part of the media & production classes offered at studio40. To learn more, visit https://bit.ly/3EC…
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Pasculano Learning Center
Mac Lab
Adults
Sat, September 10
@ 10:30 AM
TechConnect
NOTE: This class is being held online. Must register with a full name and valid email address. Do you wanna know? Google knows. Google knows who what when where how and why. So if you want to know ask google. Explore the depths, discover the amazing. You will receive an email 2 hours prior to the start of the class with the link to join the virtual class. *Please note that some people using older or less common email addresses have experienced issues with receiving emails from TechConn…
Pelham Bay LibraryAdults
Sat, September 10
@ 1 PM
TechConnect
This event will take place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library in the Mac Lab (Room 617). Learn the fundamentals of computer programming with the popular language Python. This class will cover concepts fundamental to all programming languages and provide an introduction to coding more generally. This class requires a gmail account to use Google Colab, a browser based coding environment.
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Pasculano Learning Center
Mac Lab
Adults
Sat, September 10
@ 3:30 PM
TechConnect
This event will take place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library in the Mac Lab (Room 617).Continue learning the fundamentals of computer programming with the popular language Python. This class continues to cover concepts fundamental to all programming languages and provide an introduction to coding more generally. This class requires a gmail account to use Google Colab, a browser based coding environment.
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Pasculano Learning Center
Mac Lab
Adults
Sun, September 11
@ 1 PM
TechConnect
Are you having trouble with your email? Don't know how to cut and paste? Curious about Twitter or other computer programs and software? Patrons are welcome to use the lab and get one-on-one assistance!
Parkchester Library, Computer LabAdults
Mon, September 12
@ 10 AM
Canceled
TechConnect
This event will take place in person at Morningside Heights Library. Do you want to learn more about the computer? Library staff is available to provide one-on-one instruction on the following topics: Learn to type and use a mouse Internet for Beginners Email for Beginners Windows 10 Basics Microsoft Word 2010 for Beginners Connecting Devices to the Computer Downloading NYPL e-Books Getting the most out of the NYPL catalog The computer sessions are for 45 minutes. Please register…
Morningside Heights Library, Computer ClassroomAdults,

50+
Mon, September 12
@ 10 AM
TechConnect
This event will take place in person at Throgs Neck Library . Do you want to learn about the computers? Do you want to be a techie? Here is a list of possible one on one computer sessions you can inquire our staff about. Learn to type Learn to use the mouse Basic Computer Microsoft Word Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft Excel IPad Basic Internet And Many More Please come to our beginners one on one computer sessions on Mondays from 10am -12pm and Fridays from 10am-11:30.am Please r…
Throg's Neck LibraryAdults,

50+
Mon, September 12
@ 10:30 AM
TechConnect
Explore more advanced features of Microsoft Powerpoint 2019. Topics include automating your slideshows, using transitions, adding a soundtrack, and much more.
Richmondtown Library, Technology Training CenterAdults
Mon, September 12
@ 11 AM
Canceled
TechConnect
This event will take place in person at Morningside Heights Library. Do you want to learn more about the computer? Library staff is available to provide one-on-one instruction on the following topics: Learn to type and use a mouse Internet for Beginners Email for Beginners Windows 10 Basics Microsoft Word 2010 for Beginners Connecting Devices to the Computer Downloading NYPL e-Books Getting the most out of the NYPL catalog The computer sessions are for 45 minutes. Please register…
Morningside Heights Library, Computer ClassroomAdults,

50+
Mon, September 12
@ 11 AM
TechConnect
A weekly open format virtual tech class for at-home AHRC adults attending with either organization supplied tablets or home pc's. (only open to members of AHRC)
Pelham Bay Library
Online Only
Adults
Mon, September 12
@ 11 AM
TechConnect
This event will take place in person at The Soundview Library. Learn about the various types and components of computers, including basic computer terminology, an overview of operating systems, and popular software applications.
Soundview LibraryAdults,

50+
Mon, September 12
@ 11 AM
TechConnect
This event will take place in person at Van Cortlandt Library. Need extra computer time to work on a resume, send some emails, or practice a newly learned computer skill? Get extra computer time and one-on-one assistance at our open lab.
Van Cortlandt LibraryAdults,

50+
Mon, September 12
@ 12 PM
Canceled
TechConnect
This event will take place in person at Morningside Heights Library. Do you want to learn more about the computer? Library staff is available to provide one-on-one instruction on the following topics: Learn to type and use a mouse Internet for Beginners Email for Beginners Windows 10 Basics Microsoft Word 2010 for Beginners Connecting Devices to the Computer Downloading NYPL e-Books Getting the most out of the NYPL catalog The computer sessions are for 45 minutes. Please register…
Morningside Heights Library, Computer ClassroomAdults,

50+
Mon, September 12
@ 12 PM
TechConnect
This event will take place in person at the Wakefield Library. Interested in using computers but don't know where to start? Want to learn basic keyboarding? Then this is the class for you! REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED and REGISTRATION OPENS ONE WEEK PRIOR TO CLASS - Due to Space limitations, This Program is Limited to Three Persons.
Wakefield LibraryAdults,

50+
Mon, September 12
@ 12:30 PM
TechConnect
Do you have trouble with your email? Do you have questions about Microsoft Office? Do you need to complete a project in Photoshop? Have you heard about NYPL resources like LinkedIn Learning but don't know how to access them? Bring your technology questions and get one -on - one assistance during this open lab time supervised by a tech instructor.
Richmondtown Library, Technology Training CenterAdults
Mon, September 12
@ 3:30 PM
TechConnect
Want to learn more about your family's history and origins? Sign up for this 2-hour class that will teach you how to navigate the Ancestry.com database so that you can learn more about your personal history! A library card is required to participate in this program.
Richmondtown Library, Technology Training CenterAdults
Mon, September 12
@ 3:30 PM
TechConnect
This event will take place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library in the PC Lab (Room 615). Do you have trouble with your email? Do you have questions about Microsoft Office? Do you need to complete a project in Photoshop? Have you heard about NYPL resources like LinkedIn Learning but don't know how to access them? Bring your technology questions and get one -on - one assistance during this open lab time supervised by a tech instructor.
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Pasculano Learning Center
PC Lab
Adults
Mon, September 12
@ 4:30 PM
TechConnect
This event will take place in person at the Parkchester Library. Learn how to create documents, apply good formatting, and to save and share your work using Microsoft Word.
Parkchester Library, Computer LabAdults
Tue, September 13
@ 10:30 AM
TechConnect
This event will take place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library in the Mac Lab (Room 617). GarageBand is a fully equipped creation studio that is free on Mac platforms. Learn how to navigate the software and get started making your own music with this beginner-friendly production suite.​ This class is part of the media & production classes offered at studio40. To learn more, visit https://bit.ly/3EClkVk
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Pasculano Learning Center
Mac Lab
Adults
Tue, September 13
@ 11 AM
TechConnect
This event will take place in person at the Woodstock Branch Library. Need an email account? Learn how to sign up for a free email account, and how to send, reply, and forward messages and attachments. Some mouse and keyboard skills required.
Woodstock LibraryAdults,

50+,

Immigrants,

Job Seekers
Tue, September 13
@ 11:30 AM
TechConnect
Need an email account? Learn how to sign up for a free email account, and how to send, reply, and forward messages and attachments.
St. George Library Center, TechConnect LabAdults
Tue, September 13
@ 12 PM
TechConnect
This event will take place in person at the Parkchester Library. Learn the basics of working with spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel. Topics include entering data and formulas, moving and copying data, formatting & print previewing worksheets.
Parkchester Library, Computer LabAdults
Tue, September 13
@ 1 PM
TechConnect
On the first three open Tuesdays of the month, we're going back to tech basics. First Tuesday of the Month: Learning How to Type & Use a Mouse, Second Tuesday of the Month: Creating a Gmail Account & Email Basics, Third Tuesday of the Month: Internet Basics. Class size is limited to four (4) participants and walk-ins are welcome. No prior registration is required. As a reminder, masks are not required but are strongly encouraged.
Grand Concourse LibraryAdults
Tue, September 13
@ 3 PM
TechConnect
This event will take place in-person at the Mariners Harbor Library. Do you have trouble with your email? Do you have questions about Microsoft Office? Do you need help accessing the internet or any of NYPL's online resources? Bring your questions and get one-on-one assistance.
Mariners Harbor LibraryAdults,

50+
Tue, September 13
@ 3:30 PM
TechConnect
Need computer help? Want to practice typing or using the mouse? Get support for any computer task or project.
Eastchester LibraryAdults,

50+,

Businesspeople,

Immigrants
Wed, September 14
@ 10:30 AM
TechConnect
This event will take place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library in the PC Lab (Room 615). Learn how and when to use Adobe Premiere Pro's editing tools to improve your video editing workflow. This class is part of the media & production classes offered at studio40. To learn more, visit https://bit.ly/3EClkVk
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Pasculano Learning Center
PC Lab
Adults
Wed, September 14
@ 10:30 AM
TechConnect
This event will take place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library in the Mac Lab (Room 617). Procreate is one of the world’s most popular digital drawing applications. Learn the basics of the interface and get started creating your own digital art in this hands-on class! iPads and Apple Pencils will be provided.
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Pasculano Learning Center
Mac Lab
Adults