IN Peters Township October/November 2019

Computer Programs Classes are free unless otherwise noted. Lab classes are limited to six students, and basic mouse and keyboard skills are suggested. Register for lab classes online at ptlibrary.org/events. DEVICES & APPS 101 YOUR NEXT GREAT READ For a limited time, this will be offered weekly. Every Wednesday, Oct. 2 to Nov. 6, 9 to 10:30 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 WORD (LAB) Thursday, Oct. 3, 7 to 8 p.m. OR Tuesday, Nov. 12, 10 to 11 a.m. Covering the basics of Microsoft Word, this class will explain creating and saving documents, navigating the toolbars, and different ways of customizing your information. Tuesday, Oct. 29, 10 to 11 a.m. OR Thursday, Nov. 21, 7 to 8 p.m. Can’t get enough of Anna Quindlen? Or has another author impressed you or your book club so much that you’d love to find more books written by them? PTPL has the answer! Come learn about NoveList, Books & Authors, and some of the other great databases that can help you find your next great read! BOOK-A-LIBRARIAN INTRO TO EXCEL (LAB) Tuesday, Oct. 8, 10 to 11 a.m. OR Monday, Nov. 18, 2 to 3 p.m. This class includes the basics of Microsoft Excel – creating a spreadsheet, working with rows and columns, customization, and an introduction to formulas. INTRO TO 3D PRINTING (LAB) Thursday, Oct. 24, 7 to 8 p.m. OR Tuesday, Nov. 26, 10 to 11 a.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.

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