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New to computers and the Internet?
Show up for free classes with Tigard Public Library staff.

Computer classes are held in the Technology Room on the second floor of the library. Open Computer Lab time is available each week. All classes are free. Registration is not required. Classes are available on a first come, first served basis. Just stop by the Reference Desk to pick up a ticket.

Please call the reference desk at 503-684-6537, ext. 2517 for more information.

OPEN COMPUTER LABS:

SKYPE LABS:

November
Sunday, November 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, Noon-2 p.m.
Tuesday, November 3, 10, 17, 24, 2-4 p.m.
Thursday, November 5, 12, 19, 2-4 p.m.

December
Sunday, December 6, 13, 20, 27, Noon-2 p.m.
Tuesday, December 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 2-4 p.m.
Thursday, December 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, 2-4 p.m.

Computer Lab is in the Technology Room on the 2nd floor of the Library. Staff and volunteers will assist with computer questions or provide guided practice. No registration is required.
Questions? Call 503-684-6537 ext. 2517.

November
Sunday, November 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, Noon-2 p.m.
Tuesday, November 3, 10, 17, 24, 2-4 p.m.
Thursday, November 5, 12, 19, 2-4 p.m.

December
Sunday, December 6, 13, 20, 27, Noon-2 p.m.
Tuesday, December 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 2-4 p.m.
Thursday, December 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, 2-4 p.m.

Make free or inexpensive calls and video calls over the internet using the free Skype software in our Technology Lab. Come to an Open Lab to learn about the technology and try it out! Staff assistance will be available.

FREE COMPUTER CLASSES: November 2009

Getting Started with Word Processing - Level 1
Thursday, November 5, 7-8:30 p.m.
Learn basic word processing skills, including creating a document, cutting, pasting, and changing the format of text.

Getting Started with Computers
Saturday, November 7, 10:30-Noon
General introduction to computers, including an overview of computer components, use of the mouse and locating programs and files that can be found on the Desktop and in the Start menu. Learn how to shut down a computer properly.

Getting Started with PowerPoint
Monday, November 9, 1:30-3 p.m.
An introduction to presentation software. Learn how to set up a design template, create slides, add clipart and view a slide show.

Getting Started with Word Processing - Level 2
Thursday, November 12, 7-8:30 p.m.
Build on basic word processing skills from our Level 1 class. Learn more about changing the "look" of your document, changing font styles, using bullets and numbered lists, adding borders and inserting clipart or photos.

Getting Started with the Web
Friday, November 13, 7-8:30 p.m.
Learn the basics of the World Wide Web, with an overview of the browser and introductory methods for searching the Web.

Getting Started with Excel - Level 1
Saturday, November 14, 1:30-3 p.m.
An introduction to spreadsheet software. Learn how to navigate the Excel 2007 ribbon, how to work with cells, rows and columns and how to use simple formulas and functions.

Getting Started with Excel - Level 1
Tuesday, November 17, 10:30-Noon
An introduction to spreadsheet software. Learn how to navigate the Excel 2007 ribbon, how to work with cells, rows and columns and how to use simple formulas and functions.

Getting Started with Computers
Thursday, November 19, 10:30-Noon
General introduction to computers, including an overview of computer components, use of the mouse and locating programs and files that can be found on the Desktop and in the Start menu. Learn how to shut down a computer properly.

Getting Started with Skype
Friday, November 20, 7-8 p.m.
Learn to use Skype to send and receive telephone calls free to any other user of Skype, with or without video, or for low cost to any phone throughout the world.

Getting Started with Excel - Level 2
Saturday, November 21, 1:30-3 p.m.
Build on your Excel 2007 skills by learning how to sort and filter data, how to format data and cells and how to create professional looking charts.

Getting Started with Windows
Monday, November 23, 1:30-3 p.m.
*Spanish translator will be available This class features the most important tools of the Windows operating system and the way programs work on a typical Windows PC.

Getting Started with Excel - Level 2
Tuesday, November 24, 10:30-Noon
Build on your Excel 2007 skills by learning how to sort and filter data, how to format data and cells and how to create professional looking charts.

Getting Started with PowerPoint
Wednesday, November 25, 10:30-Noon.
*Spanish translator will be available An introduction to presentation software. Learn how to set up a design template, create slides, add clipart and view a slide show.

Una traductora al Espa�ol estar� disponible durante las siguientes clases para asistir a estudiantes de no-habla Ingl�s:

Uso de Windows para Principiantes
Lunes, Noviembre 23, 1:30-3 p.m.
Esta clase incluye las herramientas m�s importantes del sistema con el cual funciona Windows y la manera como los programas funcionan en una computadora de Windows t�pico.

Uso de PowerPoint para Principiantes
Mi�rcoles, Noviembre 25, 10:30- Mediod�a
Introducci�n al programa que se usa para preparar y exhibir presentaciones. Aprenda a iniciar una plantilla de dise�o, a crear dispositivos, usar la galer�a de im�genes predise�ados y ver una demostraci�n de dispositivos ya preparados.

FREE COMPUTER CLASSES: December 2009

Each class is limited to 16 people. No registration necessary. Stop by the Reference Desk on the way to the class and pick up a ticket.

Hay un l�mite de 16 personas por clase. No hay necesidad de registrarse, pero si necesita ir al escritorio de Referencia para obtener un boleto de entrada.

Learn to use your computer to save time and money during the harried holiday season. Classes require only basic skills in Excel or Word.

"Excel"-ing at Shopping
Wednesday, December 2, 1:30-3 p.m.
Use an Excel Spreadsheet to make a handy shopping list to help budget and track your gift spending.

"Excel"-ing at Shopping
Saturday, December 5, 10:30 a.m.-Noon
Use an Excel Spreadsheet to make a handy shopping list to help budget and track your gift spending.

"Excel"-ing at Shopping
Monday, December 7, 7-8:30 p.m.
Spanish translator available
Traductora al Espa�ol estar� disponible
Use an Excel Spreadsheet to make a handy shopping list to help budget and track your gift spending. Haga su lista de compras en Excel para ayudarse a preparar un presupuesto y estar al tanto de sus gastos.

Cool Card and Neat Nametags
Wednesday, December 9, 10:30 a.m.-Noon
Use Microsoft Word to make name tags and greeting cards for your celebrations all year long.

Cool Card and Neat Nametags
Friday, December 11, 1:30-3 p.m.
Spanish translator available
Traductora al Espa�ol estar� disponible
Use Microsoft Word to make name tags and greeting cards for your celebrations all year long. Use Word para hacer gafetes (etiquetas con el nombre) y tarjetas de felicitaciones para diferentes ocasiones del a�o.

Cool Card and Neat Nametags
Sunday, December 13, 3-4:30 p.m.
Use Microsoft Word to make name tags and greeting cards for your celebrations all year long.

Registration is not required. Classes are on a first come, first served basis.
Please phone the library at 503-684-6537 ext. 2517 if you have questions.