Mon, May 20
@ 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. First come, first served | Van Cortlandt Library | Adults,
50+ |
Mon, May 20
@ 11 AM | TechConnect Do you have trouble with your e-mail? Do you have questions about Microsoft Office? Do you need help with your e-mail or setting up an e-mail account? Do you need guidance on your new tablet or smartphone? Have you heard about NYPL resources like LinkedIn Learning or NYPL Career Services 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.
First come, First Served.
No Registration Required. | Todt Hill-Westerleigh Library | Adults |
Mon, May 20
@ 11 AM | TechConnect This event will take place in person at the Chatham Square Library in the Community Room.
本課程在Chatham Square圖書館community room 現場授課
This class is taught in Chinese only || 本課程僅以中文授課。
Immerse yourself in the world of computers and unlock a range of essential digital tools in this hands-on class! Gain a comprehensive understanding of computer systems, file management, and cloud platforms. Master key computer applications such as email, Microsoft Office, and Google Suite. By the end of this cl… First come, first served | Chatham Square Library, Community Room | Adults |
Mon, May 20
@ 11:30 AM | TechConnect Learn on to protect yourself when shopping online, as well as what services are available and how to take full advantage of them. | St. George Library Center, TechConnect Lab | Adults |
Mon, May 20
@ 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
- This Program is Limited to Five Persons. | Wakefield Library | Adults,
50+ |
Mon, May 20
@ 1 PM | TechConnect Learn email basics such as: creating a Gmail account, signing into your account, compose email, retrieving email, attaching documents, and inserting pictures. First come, first served | Jerome Park Library, Community Room | Adults |
Mon, May 20
@ 1 PM | TechConnect On the first three Mondays of the month, we host IN-PERSON Tech Connect courses, designed by the Tech Connect department to teach patrons valuable computer skills.
For May, students will learn about some of great online resources:
May 6: Getting Groceries Delivered
May 13: Buying/Selling Online
May 20: Intro to Canva
Registration is NOT required, and we welcome the first five (5) walk-ins.
Classes are subject to change and/or cancellation, without notice. Classes begin at 1PM--if no part… | Grand Concourse Library | Adults |
Mon, May 20
@ 1 PM | TechConnect This event will take place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library in the Mac Lab (Room 617).
Learn how to get started with creative coding in Processing, a sketchbook software designed to create visual art with programming. This will cover the fundamentals on how to setup, and draw to create simple sketches on the screen. Registration required: Online
Registration opens: May 13 @ 1:00 PM | Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Pasculano Learning Center
Mac Lab | Adults |
Mon, May 20
@ 1:30 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. | St. George Library Center, TechConnect Lab | Adults |
Mon, May 20
@ 1:30 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. | St. George Library Center, TechConnect Lab | Adults |
Mon, May 20
@ 2 PM | Online This event is online only.
Must register with a valid email address.
Learn to use Excel to create tools for productivity and task management. This class requires a beginner knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
You will receive an email 2 hours before the class starts with the virtual class link. Registration required: Online
Registration opens: May 13 @ 12:30 PM | Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Pasculano Learning Center
Online Only via Zoom | Adults |
Mon, May 20
@ 2 PM | TechConnect This event will take place in person at George Bruce Library. Do you have technolgy questions? Drop by the libray between 2 and 3 p.m. No appointments needed -- first come, first served!
The following are examples of topics with which we can help:
Resume and Cover Letter Review
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… | George Bruce Library | Adults,
50+ |
Mon, May 20
@ 3 PM | TechConnect This event is online only. || 本活動僅限線上參與。
This event is in Mandarin only. || 本課程僅以中文授課。
Must register with a valid email address. || 必須使用有效的電子郵件地址進行註冊。
Discover how to create professional graphics for social media, presentations, business cards, and more using this free online platform!
探索如何使用這個免費的線上平台製作專業的社交媒體圖像、演示文稿、名片等圖形！
You will receive an email 11am on the day of the class with the virtual class link.
您將在課程當日上午11點收到一封電子郵件，其中包含虛擬課程的連結。… Registration required: Online
Registration opens: May 13 @ 12:00 AM | Chatham Square Library
Online | Adults |
Mon, May 20
@ 3 PM | TechConnect An introduction to the Internet, including getting connected, using a web browser, and navigating web pages. Learn how to find information online using search engines and subject directories.
This program will be held in the Computer Lab (3rd Floor).
Sessions dates:
Monday, May 13, 3PM
Monday, May 20, 3PM
Registration is required - Sign-up sheet is available at the Information Desk (2nd Floor) . | St. Agnes Library | Adults |
Mon, May 20
@ 3:30 PM | TechConnect This event will take place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library in the Mac Lab (Room 617).
This course will cover how important it is to be safe when providing your information on the internet as well as ensuring your computer is safe from those who want to hack it. Registration required: Online
Registration opens: May 13 @ 3:30 PM | Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Pasculano Learning Center
Mac Lab | Adults |
Mon, May 20
@ 4 PM | Online This event is online only.
Must register with a valid email address.
Graphic Design for Social Media often involves working with a number of different formats, sizes, and platforms. In this intrdocutory workshop on Canva, learn how to outfit a set of graphics and designs for multiple different sizes and formats.
You will receive an email 2 hours before the class starts with the virtual class link. Registration required: Online
Registration opens: May 13 @ 2:00 PM | Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Pasculano Learning Center
Online Only via Zoom | Adults |
Mon, May 20
@ 4:30 PM | TechConnect 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.
Additionally, learn about how you can participate in our Books for All Digital Art Challenge! | St. George Library Center, TechConnect Lab | Adults |
Mon, May 20
@ 6 PM | Online This event is online only.
Must register with a valid email address.
Learn to create simple choice-based games in Twine! Topics include narrative strategies, how to use the flowchart editor, and uploading your game for others to play.
You will receive an email 2 hours before the class starts with the virtual class link. Registration required: Online
Registration opens: May 13 @ 7:00 AM | Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Pasculano Learning Center
Online Only via Zoom | Adults |
Tue, May 21
@ 10:30 AM | TechConnect Learn about the various types and components of computers, including basic computer terminology, an overview of operating systems, and popular software applications. | Richmondtown Library, Technology Training Center | Adults |
Tue, May 21
@ 10:30 AM | Online This event will take place online via Zoom. Must register with a full name and valid email address.
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
You will receive an email the day of the class with the link to join the virtual class.
*Please note that some people using older or less common email addresses have experien… Registration required: Online
Registration opens: May 14 @ 10:00 AM | Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Pasculano Learning Center
Online | Adults |
Tue, May 21
@ 11 AM | TechConnect This event will take place in person at the Seward Park Library in the Community Room.
Learn the basics of working with spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel. Topics include entering data and formulas, moving and copying data, formatting & print previewing worksheets. First come, first served | Seward Park Library, Community Room | Adults |
Tue, May 21
@ 11 AM | TechConnect Study your choice of 71 available languages using NYPL's online learning Mango languages. Learn vocabulary, pronunciation, grammar and culture of the language of your choice using fun and interactive learning tools.
Library card as well as some mouse and keyboard skills required. Phone or in-person | Woodstock Library | Adults,
50+,
Immigrants,
Job Seekers |
Tue, May 21
@ 11 AM | TechConnect This event will take place in the Computer Classroom of the 58th Street Library.
Learn how to create a slideshow presentation using Microsoft PowerPoint. Topics include creating and editing slides, inserting images and clipart, and running your slideshow. First come, first served | 58th Street Library, Computer Classroom (not wheelchair accessible)
Computer Classroom | Adults |
Tue, May 21
@ 11 AM | TechConnect Need help with ebooks? Tablet on the fritz? Or just need a quick turn on a computer without an appointment? Drop by for some tech TLC, courtesy of your friendly neighborhood librarians. | Spuyten Duyvil Library | Adults,
50+ |
Tue, May 21
@ 12 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 Center | Adults |
Tue, May 21
@ 12:15 PM | TechConnect This event will take place in person at George Bruce 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 7 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 at the… Phone or in-person | George Bruce Library, Computer room | Adults,
50+ |
Tue, May 21
@ 12:30 PM | Online This event is online only.
Must register with a valid email address.
This class will cover the most popular lookup method in Excel, VLOOKUP, which used to search for and retrieve information in datasets, and work with the results.
This class is part of our Excel Genius class series. To learn more, visit: bit.ly/3KBj04g
You will receive an email 2 hours before the class starts with the virtual class link. Registration required: Online
Registration opens: May 14 @ 7:00 AM | Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Pasculano Learning Center
Online Only via Zoom | Adults |
Tue, May 21
@ 12:30 PM | Online This event is online only.
Must register with a valid email address.
Learn the fundamentals of synthesizers and sound synthesis using the Drift instrument in Ableton Live. Learn about oscialltors, waveforms, ADSR envelopes, LFOs, and Filters. No prior knowledge of Ableton Live is required.
This class is part of the media & production classes offered at studio40. To learn more, visit https://on.nypl.org/studio40
You will receive an email 2 hours before the class starts with the… Registration required: Online
Registration opens: May 14 @ 12:30 PM | Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Pasculano Learning Center
Online Only via Zoom | Adults |
Tue, May 21
@ 1 PM | TechConnect On the first three Tuesdays, we're going back to the 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.
Registration is not required, but class is limited to first FIVE (5) walk-ins. If no participants show up by 1:15pm, class will be cancelled.
*As always, programs are subject to cancellation and/or changes* | Grand Concourse Library | Adults |
Tue, May 21
@ 2 PM | TechConnect This event will take place in the Computer Classroom at the 58th Street Library.
Do you have trouble with your email? Do you have questions about Microsoft Office? 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. First come, first served | 58th Street Library, Computer Classroom (not wheelchair accessible) | Adults |
Tue, May 21
@ 2 PM | TechConnect This event will take place in person at the Seward Park Library in the Community Room.
Do you have trouble with your email? Do you have questions about Microsoft Office? 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. First come, first served | Seward Park Library, Community Room | Adults |
Tue, May 21
@ 2:30 PM | Online This event is online only.
Must register with a valid email address.
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.
You will receive an email 2 hours before the class starts with the virtual class link. Registration required: Online
Registration opens: May 14 @ 7:00 AM | Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Pasculano Learning Center
Online Only via Zoom | Adults |
Tue, May 21
@ 3 PM | All About Computers 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 Library | Adults,
50+ |
Tue, May 21
@ 3:30 PM | TechConnect Have you received a new phone, and don't know how to use it? Do you have questions about your phone's settings? Do you need help sending messages? Bring your technology questions and get one -on - one assistance during this open lab time supervised by a tech instructor. | Richmondtown Library, Technology Training Center | Adults |
Tue, May 21
@ 3:30 PM | TechConnect This event will take place in person at the Seward Park Library in the Community Room.
Do you have trouble with your email? Do you have questions about Microsoft Office? 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. First come, first served | Seward Park Library, Community Room | Adults |
Wed, May 22
@ 10 AM | NYPL en Español This event will take place in person at the Morningside Heights Library.
Do you have technology questions? Drop by the computer lab between 10 am to 1 pm and 3 pm to 4 pm.
30-Minute Interval Slots:
10am-10:30am
10:30am-11:00am
11:00am-11:30am
11:30am-12pm
12pm-12:30pm
12:30pm-1pm
3pm-3:30pm
3:30pm-4pm
No appointment is needed -- Same Day Sign up sheet will be on first floor circulation desk.
****First come, First served - 30-minute sessions per slot****
****If you arrive between th… First come, first served | Morningside Heights Library, Computer Classroom | Adults |
Wed, May 22
@ 10:30 AM | NYPL en Español This event will take place in person at the Morningside Heights Library.
Do you have technology questions? Drop by the computer lab between 10 am to 1 pm and 3 pm to 4 pm.
30-Minute Interval Slots:
10am-10:30am
10:30am-11:00am
11:00am-11:30am
11:30am-12pm
12pm-12:30pm
12:30pm-1pm
3pm-3:30pm
3:30pm-4pm
No appointment is needed -- Same Day Sign up sheet will be on first floor circulation desk.
****First come, First served - 30-minute sessions per slot****
****If you arrive between th… First come, first served | Morningside Heights Library, Computer Classroom | Adults |
Wed, May 22
@ 11 AM | TechConnect Are you having trouble with your email? Don't know how to cut and paste? Curious about Twitter? Bring your technology questions and get one-on-one assistance! Phone or in-person | New Dorp Library | Adults |
Wed, May 22
@ 11 AM | TechConnect This event is online only.
Must register with a valid email address.
This class will cover alternative lookup methods in Excel - LOOKUP and INDEX MATCH - and discuss the pros and cons of each.
This class is part of our Excel Genius class series. To learn more, visit: bit.ly/3KBj04g Registration required: Online
Registration opens: May 15 @ 12:00 AM | Chatham Square Library
Online | Adults |
Wed, May 22
@ 11 AM | TechConnect Esta Clase Es En Persona en La Biblioteca
Internet Basico: Esta clase es para aprender todo acerca del internet de una manera facil y sencilla.
Debes llegar a la clase a tiempo. 10 minutos después de la hora de inicio de la clase, no se permitirá el ingreso de usuarios a la clase.
Esta CLase de Computacion Es En Español First come, first served | Francis Martin Library, Community Room | Adults |
helps adults develop confidence in their computer skills and grow more comfortable in today's digital world.