Computer Classes for Adults
All classes are free , and some are offered virtually via Zoom . IT / Reference Librarian Brandon Priddy will be your instructor for all sessions . Registration is required . The Zoom meeting invitation will be emailed to you one business day before the class . The staff member facilitating the event cannot provide live technical support during the virtual program . It is strongly encouraged you familiarize yourself with Zoom in advance of the program . For more in-depth instructions , please visit the Zoom support page at https :// support . zoom . us .
GALES COURSES TOUR Monday , Oct . 4 , 11 a . m . via Zoom Gale Courses offers dozens of free instructor-led classes on various software , business , and artistic topics . IT Librarian Brandon Priddy will explain how to enroll in a class and give a tour of the wide range of courses available . Limited to 15 participants .
3D PRINTING WORKSHOP For adults and teens Wednesday , Oct . 6 , 7 p . m . Makerspace area , 2nd floor Learn the basics of how 3D printers work , see 3D printed objects , and discover how you can find or create your 3D designs . Registration required . Limited to 5 participants .
BORROWING EBOOKS WITH OVERDRIVE Monday , Oct . 11 , 11 a . m . via Zoom Did you know the Library ’ s OverDrive collection offers thousands of free eBooks and audiobooks ? Learn how to borrow them and enjoy them on your device . Limited to 15 participants .
MAKE A MUG WORKSHOP Wednesday , Oct . 13 OR Wednesday , Oct . 20 , 7 p . m . Makerspace area , 2nd floor Learn how to design and produce your custom-designed Fall or Halloween-themed mug . Participants will get to take home one mug each . We are limiting this program to adult patrons only due to the equipment used . Limited to 4 participants .
HALLOWEEN CRAFTING WITH CREATIVEBUG Monday , Oct . 18 , 11 a . m . via Zoom CreativeBug offers over 1,000 free online arts and crafts workshops . IT Librarian Brandon Priddy will demonstrate how to use this free resource and highlight some fun Halloween crafts . Registration is required to receive the Zoom meeting invitation . Limited to 15 participants .
STREAMING SPOOKY MOVIES WITH KANOPY Monday , Oct . 25 , 11 a . m . via Zoom Library service Kanopy allows you to stream new and popular films , classics , and documentaries on your computer or device . IT / Reference Librarian Brandon Priddy will teach you how to access the service and spotlight some of the collection ’ s Halloween highlights . Kanopy is free but does require a Peters Township library card number . Registration is required to receive the Zoom meeting invitation . Limited to 15 participants .
MAKE YOUR OWN HALLOWEEN LUMINARIA Wednesday , Oct . 27 , 7 p . m . Makerspace area , 2nd floor Visit our Maker Space and learn how to make a Halloweenthemed glass luminaria perfect for decorating a walkway or home . A selection of pre-made designs will also be available to make . We are limiting this program to adult patrons only due to the tools and materials used . Limited to 4 participants .
INTRO TO ONLINE GENEALOGY RESEARCH Monday , Nov . 1 , 11 a . m . via Zoom Curious about where to start researching your family history ? The library has several online genealogy resources that can help you with your search . IT Librarian Brandon Priddy will discuss how to use Ancestry Library , Heritage Quest , and Family Search . Limited to 15 participants .
INTRO TO MICROSOFT WORD Wednesday , Nov . 3 , 7 p . m . Public computers , 2nd floor You will learn the basics of operating Microsoft Word to compose written documents . Limited to 6 participants .
HOW TO USE FLIPSTER DIGITAL MAGAZINES Monday , Nov . 8 , 11 a . m . via Zoom Library service Flipster allows access to dozens of popular magazines , such as TIME , Sports Illustrated , Rolling Stone , People , and more for free ! Learn how to access Flipster and spotlight some of the collection ’ s highlights . Limited to 15 participants . This service is available to PT Library cardholders only .
INTRO TO MICROSOFT EXCEL Wednesday , Nov . 10 , 7 p . m . Public computers , 2nd floor Learn the basics of operating Microsoft Excel to create spreadsheets . Attendees should have a basic knowledge of computer operation before attending this course . Limited to 6 participants .
LEARNING LANGUAGES WITH MANGO Monday , Nov . 15 , 11 a . m . via Zoom Mango offers comprehensive lessons on over 70 world languages . You will learn how to create an account , navigate the Mango website and app , and start learning a new language ! Limited to 15 participants .
MAKE A MUG WORKSHOP Wednesday , Nov . 17 , 7 p . m . Makerspace area , 2nd floor Learn how to design and produce a custom-designed Fall or Thanksgiving-themed mug . Participants will get to take home one mug each . We are limiting this program to adult patrons only due to the equipment used . Limited to 4 participants .
THANKSGIVING CRAFTS WITH CREATIVEBUG Monday , Nov . 22 , 11 a . m . via Zoom CreativeBug offers over 1,000 free online arts and crafts workshops . IT Librarian Brandon Priddy will demonstrate how to use this free resource and highlight some fun Thanksgiving crafts , like a fall leaf wreath , iced fall cookies , a sewn pie carrier , velvet pumpkins , and more . Limited to 15 participants . eters Township
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