NYPL TechConnect Classes
The New York Public Library's TechConnect program helps people of all ages develop confidence in their computer skills and grow more comfortable in today's digital world.
TechConnect offers more than 80 technology classes at libraries throughout the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island—all absolutely free! From learning the basics of how to use a computer to mastering essential computer business prorams, there is a class for all students from beginner to advanced, including series classes for those who want more in-depth knowledge.
NYPL TechConnect is made possible thanks to the generous support of Arthur W. Koenig; The Pasculano Foundation; Arlene and Arnold Goldstein Foundation; Altman Foundation; and by NYC Connected Communities, a program of the New York City Department of Information Technology and Telecommunications.
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| Today @ 10:30 a.m. | Canceled All About Computers Photoshop for BeginnersLearn how to enhance photos using the # 1 photo editing software in the world: Adobe Photoshop. Get a basic introduction to Photoshop's tools, layers, and adjustments as you work through two example projects. First come, first served | Columbus Library, Computer Lab | Adults |
| Today @ 11 a.m. | TechConnect Advanced Powerpoint for MacsLearn the intermediate features of working with slides using Microsoft Powerpoint for Mac. Topics include: entering Transitions and animations, moving and copying images , formatting your slideshow for readability and much more.
Class is conducted on Macintosh computers. Online registration is now closed | Washington Heights Library | Adults |
| Today @ 11 a.m. | TechConnect Open LabAre 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 |
| Today @ 11:30 a.m. | TechConnect Photo Editing for Beginners Using PIXLRLearn how to use PIXLR, an online photo editor, to improve the look of your photos. Please bring a flash drive or SD card with pictures to be edited. First come, first served | Hamilton Fish Park Library | Adults |
| Today @ 11:30 a.m. | TechConnect MS PowerPoint for BeginnersLearn how to create a slideshow presentation using Microsoft PowerPoint 2010. Topics include creating and editing slides, inserting images and clipart, and running your slideshow. | Parkchester Library, Computer Lab | Adults |
| Today @ 12 noon | TechConnect Walk-in Computer HelpDo you need quick help with a computer problem? Confused as to how to download e-books on your new smartphone or tablet? Stop into the Riverdale Branch Monday through Friday at 12 PM and someone will be available to help you. First come, first served.
*Smartphone and tablet users should know device password in order to download apps.
**Kindle users should know their Amazon account username (e-mail address associated with your account) and password. | Riverdale Library | Adults, 50+, Adults |
| Today @ 12:30 p.m. | TechConnect Assisted Open LabAre you having trouble with your e-mail? Don't know how to cut and paste? Bring your technology questions and get one-on-one assistance. First come, first served | Throg's Neck Library | Adults, 50+, Adults |
| Today @ 1 p.m. | Microsoft Office 2010 Advanced MS Excel 2010: VLOOKUP and Pivot TablesExplore more advanced features of Microsoft Excel 2010. Topics include creating Pivot Tables and using the VLOOKUP function. First come, first served | Richmondtown Library, Technology Training Center | Adults, 50+, Adults |
| Today @ 1 p.m. | Supervised Lab Open Lab - One on One Computer Help 電脑筆記本時間Are you having trouble with your email? Don't know how to cut and paste? Want to start applying for jobs online? Bring technology questions and get one-on-one assistance! Help available in English and Chinese.
你遇到電子郵件的問題？不知道如何剪切和粘貼？有技術上的問題，並一起帶來問吧! | Chatham Square Library | Adults, 50+, Adults |
| Today @ 2 p.m. | Microsoft Office 2010 Excel Genius Class 2: Conditional Stat FunctionsExcel Genius is a new set of classes aimed at students who have taken the Beginner and Intermediate Excel courses, or who have good fundamental knowledge of Excel, and who would like to gain a deeper understanding of the world’s most popular spreadsheet application. Each class will cover a topic in depth and then give students exercises that apply that knowledge to real world situations.
While we recommend that students take the classes in order, there are no attendance requirements, and st… Online registration is now closed | Bronx Library Center, Technology Training Center | Adults |
| Today @ 2 p.m. | All About Computers Open Lab: Free Computer HelpAre 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! First come, first served | 58th Street Library, Computer Classroom | Adults, 50+, Adults |
| Today @ 2 p.m. | Supervised Lab Open Lab - One on One Computer Help 電脑筆記本時間Are you having trouble with your email? Don't know how to cut and paste? Want to start applying for jobs online? Bring technology questions and get one-on-one assistance! Help available in English and Chinese.
你遇到電子郵件的問題？不知道如何剪切和粘貼？有技術上的問題，並一起帶來問吧! | Chatham Square Library | Adults, 50+, Adults |
| Today @ 2 p.m. | Supervised Lab Open Lab: Technology Help SessionAre you having trouble with your email? Don't know how to cut and paste? Bring your technology questions and get assistance from a TechConnect instructor. First come, first served | Columbus Library, Computer Lab | Adults, 50+, Adults |
| Today @ 2:30 p.m. | Microsoft Office 2010 Excel Genius Class 3: Charts and SparklinesExcel Genius is a new set of classes aimed at students who have taken the Beginner and Intermediate Excel courses, or who have good fundamental knowledge of Excel, and who would like to gain a deeper understanding of the world’s most popular spreadsheet application. Each class will cover a topic in depth and then give students exercises that apply that knowledge to real world situations.
While we recommend that students take the classes in order, there are no attendance requirements, and stude… Online registration is now closed | Muhlenberg Library, Conference Room | Adults |
| Today @ 2:30 p.m. | Digital Devices How’d You Do That?................. Ipad/Android Settings_ Come learn about settings for the Ipad and Android, such as syncing Bluetooth devices, controlling sounds, notifications, multi-tasking gestures and privacy settings. | Morris Park Library | Adults |
| Today @ 2:30 p.m. | TechConnect MS PowerPoint Photo AlbumLearn how to create a slideshow presentation using Microsoft PowerPoint 2010. Topics include creating and editing slides, inserting images and clipart, and running your slideshow. | Parkchester Library, Computer Lab | Adults |
| Today @ 3 p.m. | TechConnect Computer class - OPEN LABAre you having trouble with your email? Don't know how to cut and paste? Curious about Twitter? Bring in your devices and technology questions and get assistance!*
*No registration required for scheduled Open Labs. First come, first served. | Todt Hill-Westerleigh Library | Adults, 50+, Adults |
| Today @ 3 p.m. | Supervised Lab Open LabAre you having trouble with your email? Don't know how to cut and paste? Curious about Twitter? Bring your technology questions and individualized assistance from a TechConnect instructor! Assistance is offered on a first-come first-served basis. First come, first served | Richmondtown Library, Technology Training Center | Adults, 50+, Adults |
| Today @ 4 p.m. | TechConnect Open Lab Are you having trouble with your email? Don't know how to cut and paste? Do you need to work on a project on a computer and need some help? Bring your technology questions and get one-on-one assistance! First come, first served | Countee Cullen Library, TechConnect Computer Lab | Adults, 50+, Businesspeople, College & Graduate Students, Job Seekers, Adults |
| Today @ 4:30 p.m. | TechConnect Code Your Own Music & Sound with Google CS First*Make. Code. Music. Create your own digital music and sounds! Learn to code while designing your own music, creating your own instruments and music videos, and discovering how technology is used in the music industry!
No previous coding experience is necessary, but children should have basic computer skills such as mouse clicking. Please note that this is an 8 week program meeting every Wednesday from 4:30pm-5:30pm. Advance registration is required as space is extremely limited. Please call 212-… Phone or in-person | George Bruce Library, Computer room | Children |
| Today @ 4:30 p.m. | Microsoft Office 2010 Advanced MS Excel 2010Explore more advanced features of Microsoft Excel 2010. Topics include using formulas and functions, data sorting and conditional formatting. In-person, at registration | 58th Street Library, Computer Classroom | Adults, 50+, Adults |
| Today @ 4:30 p.m. | Programs in a Box Video Game DesignOver the course of this 4-week program, you will examine how computer software and hardware interact, learn circuit basics, and explore principles of strong design as you use Makey Makeys to create your own fun game controllers, and create your own computer game to play with using Scratch!
Workshop series is FREE. Space is capped at 10 teens, so please register in advance at the library.
To register call 212-714-8400, stop by in person or click this link. | 53rd Street Library, Teen Zone | Teens/Young Adults (13-18 years) |
| Today @ 5 p.m. | TechConnect Open Lab Are you having trouble with your email? Don't know how to cut and paste? Do you need to work on a project on a computer and need some help? Bring your technology questions and get one-on-one assistance! First come, first served | Countee Cullen Library, TechConnect Computer Lab | Adults, 50+, Businesspeople, College & Graduate Students, Job Seekers, Adults |
| Today @ 5 p.m. | Microsoft Office 2010 Microsoft Excel 2010 for BeginnersLearn the basics of working with spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel 2010. Topics include entering data and formulas, moving and copying data, formatting & print previewing worksheets. | Baychester Library | Adults |
| Today @ 5:30 p.m. | Microsoft Office 2010 Excel Genius Class 1: Logic FunctionsExcel Genius is a new set of classes aimed at students who have taken the Beginner and Intermediate Excel courses, or who have good fundamental knowledge of Excel, and who would like to gain a deeper understanding of the world’s most popular spreadsheet application. Each class will cover a topic in depth and then give students exercises that apply that knowledge to real world situations.
While we recommend that students take the classes in order, there are no attendance requirements, and st… Online registration is now closed | Science, Industry and Business Library (SIBL), Training Room 2 | Adults |
| Thu, September 21 @ 10 a.m. | Microsoft Office 2010 MS Excel 2010 for BeginnersLearn the basics of working with spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel 2010. Topics include entering data and formulas, moving and copying data, formatting & print previewing worksheets. First come, first served | St. George Library Center, TechConnect Lab | Adults, 50+, Adults |
| Thu, September 21 @ 10 a.m. | Digital Devices How’d You Do That?................. Ipad/Android Settings_ Come learn about settings for the Ipad and Android, such as syncing Bluetooth devices, controlling sounds, notifications, multi-tasking gestures and privacy settings. | Baychester Library, Community Meeting Room | Adults |
| Thu, September 21 @ 10 a.m. | All About Computers Learn to Type and Use a MouseLearn how to hold, click, and move the mouse and practice your typing/keyboarding skills. | Wakefield Library | Adults |
| Thu, September 21 @ 10:30 a.m. | All About Computers Design 360: Illustrator 2 - Text DesignThis class explores how to manipulate text in Illustrator and Photoshop, including topics on different methods of placing type, changing properties, converting type into shapes, and basic typography theory.
Design 360 is a series of classes that aims to help students develop skills in Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator. Each class includes a project that can be completed outside of class, either at home or in one of the open labs hosted in the Mid Manhattan Library Mac Lab, Bronx Library… First come, first served | Columbus Library, Computer Lab | Adults |
| Thu, September 21 @ 11 a.m. | TechConnect Design 360: Illustrator 1 - Shape DesignThis Design 360 course explores methods of shape creation and manipulation, as well as how to apply patterns, gradients and meshes to shapes, as well as how to manage larger projects with symbols and global colors.
***Entry to class will not be allowed more than 10 minutes after class begins***
Design 360 is a series of classes that aims to help students develop skills in Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator. Each class includes a project that can be completed outside of class, either… Registration required: Online | Science, Industry and Business Library (SIBL), Training Room 4 | Adults |
| Thu, September 21 @ 11 a.m. | Microsoft Office 2010 MS Word 2010Aprenda las funciones básicas de un procesador de textos que puede utilizar para crear documentos con Microsoft Word. Los temas incluyen introducir y editar texto, guardar archivos, y el formato. | Inwood Library | Adults |
| Thu, September 21 @ 11 a.m. | TechConnect Tech 1-on-1If your gadgets are getting out of hand, your PCs are in the pits and your phones have run amok, come in for some free tech support. We'll answer questions about and help you with e-readers, tablets, laptops, and more. | Spuyten Duyvil Library | Adults, 50+, Adults |
| Thu, September 21 @ 11 a.m. | TechConnect Learn To Type & Use A MouseWe'll help you get started. First come, first served | Sedgwick Library, Community Room | Adults |
| Thu, September 21 @ 12 noon | TechConnect Walk-in Computer HelpDo you need quick help with a computer problem? Confused as to how to download e-books on your new smartphone or tablet? Stop into the Riverdale Branch Monday through Friday at 12 PM and someone will be available to help you. First come, first served.
*Smartphone and tablet users should know device password in order to download apps.
**Kindle users should know their Amazon account username (e-mail address associated with your account) and password. | Riverdale Library | Adults, 50+, Adults |
| Thu, September 21 @ 12 noon | Microsoft Office 2010 Excel Genius Class 3 : Charts and SparklinesExcel Genius is a new set of classes aimed at students who have taken the Beginner and Intermediate Excel courses, or who have good fundamental knowledge of Excel, and who would like to gain a deeper understanding of the world’s most popular spreadsheet application. Each class will cover a topic in depth and then give students exercises that apply that knowledge to real world situations.
While we recommend that students take the classes in order, there are no attendance requirements, and st… First come, first served | Grand Concourse Library, Young Adult Room | Adults |
| Thu, September 21 @ 12 noon | TechConnect Computer Basics / Computación BásicaAre you new to computers? We can help! Topics covered include parts of the computer, mouse movement, getting started with email and social media and more.
Quieres aprender cómo usar una computadora? Podemos ayudar! Los temas cubiertos incluyen partes del movimiento ordenador, ratón de computadora, primeros pasos con el correo electrónico, y las redes sociales y más. | Jerome Park Library | Adults |
| Thu, September 21 @ 12 noon | TechConnect COMPUTER LABAt the 96th Street Library Computer Lab our tech volunteers assist you with almost any computer topic you want to learn. Topics include computer basics, Microsoft Word, online shopping, email, downloading eBooks, resume assistance, Facebook, phone apps and more! Students are encouraged to bring their own laptop or tablet device. If you can't bring yours, we will lend you one for the duration of the class.
** Space is limited and sign-up is required. Late arrivals may be turned away, so please… Phone or in-person | 96th Street Library | Adults |
| Thu, September 21 @ 12 noon | TechConnect Open Computer Lab @ 125th Street BranchAre you having trouble with your email? Don't know how to cut and paste? Want to start applying for jobs online? Need extra computer time? Bring technology questions and get one-on-one assistance!
Please Note: there will be no instructor nor will there be any lesson for this program. It is simply extra time or practice time on the computer. | 125th Street Library, Community Room | Adults |
| Thu, September 21 @ 1 p.m. | TechConnect Email for BeginnersLearn email concepts and how to create an account with email providers like Gmail, Yahoo, or Hotmail. In-person, at registration | Pelham Parkway-Van Nest Library | Adults |
| Thu, September 21 @ 1 p.m. | Supervised Lab Supervised Open Lab - Tiempo de Máquina Supervisado ¿Tiene problemas con su correo electrónico? No sabe cómo cortar y pegar? Curiosidad acerca de Twitter? Traiga sus preguntas de la tecnología y obtenga asistencia de uno-a-uno! | Inwood Library | Adults |
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