What's coming up this week: NOTE: We are listing also the upcoming Hands-0n classes now. Be aware, some of them require registration and prepayment, since we can accomodate only 5 per Hands-On class. Hands-On classes listed in Blue text. Click here to check if there are openings
Green test denotes classes suggested for our very beginners.
Wednesday, May 22, 2013
10 am: Basic Photoshop Elements (3 of 4) Hands-On Instructor: Mich Morin
Registration Suggested Club, 684-7171
1 pm: Advance Photoshop Elements (3 of 4) Hands-On Instructor: Mich Morin
Registration Suggested Club, 684-7171
1 pm: Facebook (2 of 2)
Bring your laptop, tablet or smartphone and come learn Facebook. Bring your questions, bring your issues, bring your concerns with you. Class discussions include privacy and security, photos and videos, what is a scam, what to do if you get a scam, how to create distribution lists, how to end application requests, why you shouldn't unfriend people and why you should and so much more. Advanced classes are designed to meet the needs of those who have a good understanding of Facebook and want to move deeper into what Facebook can do. Instructor: Carole Sanek, The Social Butterfly Media Marketing
7 pm: Excel (1 of 2) Hands-On Instructor: Dave Fetter
Registration Suggested Club, 684-7171
7 pm: iPad (2 of 2) Just drop in for this one
The class will cover iPad basics along with a few advanced techniques to expand your use of your iPad. Instructor: Brigitte Haag
Thursday, May 23, 2013
10 am: Xara (3 of 4) Hands-On Instructor: Brigitte Haag
Registration Recommended, call club, 684-7171
10 am: Rip and Burn Music
Learn how to "rip" a CD, (copy it to your computer) and then make a compilation CD of all your favorites using the Free Windows Media Player. You can use your own CD's borrow CD's from a friend, or even check them out at the library. You'll be able to build your own music library of just your favorites. You will also see making your own labels using Memorex label software. Instructor: Bill Scott.
1 pm: Basic Windows 7 (4 of 4) Hands-On Instructor: Gray Alexander
Registration Required, 684-7171 call club, 684-7171 or Brigitte, 686-0750
1 pm: Android Phone Basics ( HnH )
(Half lecture, half hands-on)
There is a lot to know about the Android Phone if you are new to them or thinking of getting one. It's much more than just a phone, a GPS built in to guide you where you are going, Get your email, Set up an appointment calendar with reminders, Browse the internet and so much more. We can help you learn about this wonderful device. Instructor: Ron Purkhiser
7 pm: Power Point
Power Point Shows don't need to be boring text with bullets. You can add photos, clipart, dazzling animations, sound and video. Have some fun while you feature your best photos in stunning slide shows and more. Instructor: Dave Fetter
7 pm: Keyboard & Mouse (for our beginners) Hands-On, Just drop in. $5 per session
If you are new to Computers and need to get familiar with mouse and keyboard this is the class to take. This class will ready you to tackle the Introduction to computers with Windows classes. Give it a try and let us know you are coming or just show up. Instructor: Rebecca Walker
Friday, May 24, 2013
10 am: iPad (1 of 2) Hands-On Instructor: Brigitte Haag
Registration Required, call club, 684-7171 or Brigitte, 686-0750
10 am: What's New in Windows 8 (4 of 4)
In this four week series, we will take a look at changes that have taken place in the Windows operating system with the new Windows 8. This is not a class for the beginning computer user ; but for those who have used previous versions of Windows and just want to find out what has changed, and what has been added.
Some "Tips and Tricks". Add a Shutdown command to the right click menu on the Desktop. Restore some of the Start Menu - not as good as the original found in earlier versions of Windows; but a way to access some of your main programs and accessories easily without using the Start page. Instructor: Joann Frucchione
1 pm: Windows 7 After the Basics (1 of 4)
This four part lecture discusses the many features of Windows 7. Let Win7 find your programs for you, burning files and folders to a CD with one click, setting up your windows to suit you, the amazing Win7 search capabilities, and much more. Join us and you'll soon agree Win7 is a wonderful operating system. Instructor: Ron Purkhiser
Tuesday, May 28, 2013
10 am: Get Started with your Computer (4 of 4)
We will continue with new folders and explore file and folder management. This will help you organize your files and folders so that you can back up everything to a flash drive, CD, DVD, or external hard drive.. Finally we will explore Computer Maintenance: how to make sure your computer keeps running smoothly. Instructor: Norma Winner
1 pm: Genealogy (2 of 2) Hands-On Registration Suggested, Club, 684-7171
Instructor: Ron Conkle
1pm: Introduction to Computer with Windows 7 (4 of 8) HnH
(Half lecture, half hands-on on your own laptop) We are exploring the task bar, a very convenient tool. Pin and unpin icons, explore all the mouse over effects. Learn to use “Sticky Notes”. Instructor: Brigitte Haag
7 pm: Introduction to Computer with Windows 8 (4 of 8) HnH
(Half lecture, half hands-on on your own laptop)
This will be for the very beginners, learn to use your computer with the new Windows 8. Today, we look at “File Explorer”, a wonderful easy to find place where you can see and work with all the data you've added to your computer. Instructor: Ron Purkhiser
Wednesday, May 29, 2013
10 am: Basic Photoshop Elements (4 of 4) Hands-On Instructor: Mich Morin
Registration Suggested Club, 684-7171
1 pm: Advance Photoshop Elements (4 of 4) Hands-On Instructor: Mich Morin
Registration Suggested Club, 684-7171
1 pm: Genealogy
Learn about the on-line genealogy resources of Ancestry.com, My Heritage, Geni, Family Search and others. Use Family Tree Maker to record what you find, to document your sources and to prepare and print a report or chart. Share your research with friends and family. Instructor: Ron Conkle
7 pm: Excel (2 of 2) Hands-On Instructor: Dave Fetter
Registration Suggested Club, 684-7171
7 pm: Linux
Linux, an alternative to Windows for an operating system. This Linux system has most all of the features of Windows, but with less problems. Attend this lecture and learn all about the features and benefits. Instructor: Bill Scott
Thursday, May 30, 2013
10 am: Xara (4 of 4) Hands-On Instructor: Brigitte Haag
Registration Recommended, call club, 684-7171 or Brigitte, 686-0750
10 am: Maintenance & Security
PCs are complicated machines and they need weekly and monthly clean ups to keep them running at full speed. The available Windows maintenance tools, and security settings for Internet Explorer and e-mail will be discussed and demonstrated. Firewalls, antivirus and antispyware software will be discussed; they are important components of a package of tools that help keep a computer healthy and running well. Instructor: Gray Alexander
1 pm: Download Digital Music
This class is an introduction on how to download free music from the internet and how to create CD's for your listening pleasure. Included are internet web sites where you can find your favorite music, whether it be Easy Listening, Country Western, Oldie Goldies, etc. Have a favorite band, artist, group? The old standards are all there. Instructor: Ron Dakin
7 pm: Picasa, Import, Organize and Improve your Photos
Do you have a camera full of pictures? In this class you will see how they can be loaded into your PC, how Google's free Picasa will organize your images, and what amazing tools the latest version of the program offers to improve your images. Instructor: Fred Wise
Friday, May 31, 2013
10 am: iPad (2 of 2) Hands-On Instructor: Brigitte Haag
Registration Required, call club, 684-7171 or Brigitte, 686-0750
1 pm Windows 7 After the Basics (2 of 4)
Do you have a camera full of pictures? In this class you will see how they can be loaded into your PC, how Google's free Picasa will organize your images, and what amazing tools the latest version of the program offers to improve your images. Instructor: Ron Purkhiser
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