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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:

February
Sunday, February 7, 14, 21, 28, Noon-2 p.m.
Tuesday, February 2, 9, 16, 23, 2-4 p.m.
Thursday, February 4, 11, 18, 25, 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.

February
Sunday, February 7, 14, 21, 28, Noon-2 p.m.
Tuesday, February 2, 9, 16, 23, 2-4 p.m.
Thursday, February 4, 11, 18, 25, 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: February 2010

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.

Getting Started with Excel - Level 1
Tuesday, February 2, 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.

Fall in Love with a Book - Online!
Wednesday, February 3, 7-8:30 p.m.
Discover fun ways to find your next favorite book. We'll explore databases and websites that help you find authors and books you'll enjoy, sites that let you discuss what you've read, and show you how to keep track of your reading list in your patron account.

Getting Started with the Web
Thursday, February 4, 10:30-Noon
Learn the basics of the World Wide Web, with an overview of the browser and introductory methods for searching the Web.

Getting Started with Windows
Friday, February 5, 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.

Uso de Windows para Principiantes
Viernes, Febrero 5, 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.

Getting Started with PowerPoint
Monday, February 8, 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 Computers
Wednesday, February 10, 7-8:30 p.m.
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.

Fall in Love with a Book - Online!
Thursday, February 11, 10:30-Noon
Discover fun ways to find your next favorite book. We'll explore databases and websites that help you find authors and books you'll enjoy, sites that let you discuss what you've read, and show you how to keep track of your reading list in your patron account.

Getting Started with Skype
Thursday, February 11, 7-8:30 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 Computers
Monday, February 15, 1:30-3 p.m.
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 Excel - Level 1
Wednesday, February 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 Word Processing - Level 1
Thursday, February 18, 10:30-Noon
Learn basic word processing skills, including creating a document, cutting, pasting, and changing the format of text.

Getting Started with Word Processing - Level 1
Friday, February 19, 1:30-3 p.m.
Learn basic word processing skills, including creating a document, cutting, pasting, and changing the format of text.

Fall in Love with a Book - Online!
Sunday, February 21, 4-5:30 p.m.
Discover fun ways to find your next favorite book. We'll explore databases and websites that help you find authors and books you'll enjoy, sites that let you discuss what you've read, and show you how to keep track of your reading list in your patron account.

Getting Started with the Web
Monday, February 22, 7-8:30 p.m.
*Spanish translator will be available
Learn the basics of the World Wide Web, with an overview of the browser and introductory methods for searching the Web.

Uso del Web para Principiantes
Lunes, Febrero 22, 7-8:30 p.m.
Aprendizaje b�sico del World Wide Web incluye como navegar y como buscar informaci�n en el Web.

Getting Started with Excel - Level 2
Wednesday, February 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 Word Processing - Level 2
Friday, February 26, 1:30-3 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.

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.