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Computer Programs Classes are free unless otherwise noted. Lab classes are limited to nine students, and basic mouse and keyboard skills are suggested. For all classes, patrons are encouraged to register online at the library’s website at ptlibrary.org/events. If you need assistance, please see staff at the Library Services Desk, or call 724.941.9430, #1. CLIMBING YOUR FAMILY TREE (LAB) Thursday, Aug. 1, 7 to 8 p.m. OR Monday, Sept. 9, 2 to 3 p.m. BUSINESS RESOURCES WITH MORNINGSTAR AND POWER LIBRARY Join us as we learn some of the ins and outs of Ancestry Library Edition and Heritage Quest—both available to you free with your Peters Township library card. Start your family history quest today and explore the amazing history of you! DEVICES & APPS 101 Monday, Aug. 12, 7 to 8 p.m. OR Tuesday, Sept. 24, 10 to 11 a.m. Did you know the library can help you navigate the complex world of finance and business? Learn how to explore stock and mutual fund profiles with Morningstar Investment Research, business profiles and financial reports with Business Insights Essentials, and more! INTRO TO WORD (LAB) Tuesday, Aug. 20, 10 to 11 a.m. Covering the basics of Microsoft Word, this class will cover creating and saving documents, navigating the toolbars, and different ways of customizing your information. INTRO TO POWER POINT (LAB) Thursday, Aug. 29, 7 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 6, 10 to 11 a.m. OR Tuesday, Sept. 3, 10 to 11 a.m. If you need a little extra help learning how to use your phone or tablet, or have questions about just how something works, come get hands-on, personalized help navigating your new (or old) device. This is a drop-in class; registration is not required. INTRO TO 3D PRINTING (LAB) Learn to create basic and effective PowerPoint presentations—complete with charts, pictures and eye-catching animations. INTRO TO EXCEL (LAB) Tuesday, Sept. 10, 10 to 11 a.m. This class covers the basics of Microsoft Excel – including creating a spreadsheet, working with rows and columns, customization, and an introduction to formulas. BOOK-A-LIBRARIAN Monday, Aug. 12, 2 to 3 p.m. OR Thursday, Sept. 19, 7 to 8 p.m. Curious about what everyone’s talking about? Join us for a brief introduction to the hows and whats of a 3D printer, including an introduction to the Tinkercad and Thingiverse websites, where you can learn to create (or borrow) your own 3D designs. 28 PETERS TOWNSHIP Would you like a personal introduction to the electronic resources available to you at the Peters Township Public Library? Completely flummoxed by your new device? Need more in- depth assistance than you can get when you just walk into the library? Our Book-a-Librarian sessions are personalized, 45 minute one-on-one lessons tailored to meet your specific information needs. For an appointment, call the Technology Help Desk at 724.941.9430, x5767.