Computer & Technology Classes
The library is once again offering intensive one-hour classes, Thursdays from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm, on a variety of computer and technology subjects! (Please note that classes on resume writing are two hours long.) Classes are normally held in the second-floor Pullen Room of the Hughes Library.
These classes will help you brush up on basic computer skills, get more from your smart devices, navigate the internet and library’s databases, learn how to download free e-books and audiobooks at home, etc. We also offer classes on special topics including: health resources, business research, resume development, and genealogy projects.
The upcoming schedule of classes for the Hughes Library is as follows:
- June 6: Library Resources for Genealogy (canceled)
- June 13: Getting Started with Canva
- June 20: Microsoft Word for Beginners
- June 27: Introduction to Brainfuse
- July 4: —
- July 11: Introduction to Computer & Internet Basics
- July 18: Digital Reading 101: Intro to Library E-Books & E-Audiobooks
- July 25: iOS Essentials: iPhones & iPads for Beginners
The recent past schedule of classes at the Hughes Library was:
- May 30: iPad and iPhone Basics
- May 23: Introduction to Computers & the Internet
- May 16: Getting Started with Facebook
- May 9: Financial Literacy Using Library Resources
- May 2: Introduction to Email
- April 25: —
- April 18: Microsoft Word for Beginners
- April 11: Internet Safety
- April 7: iPad & iPhone Basics
Classes are generally limited to five (5) students, except where noted. Our computer classes are free! You are welcome to sign up for any or all classes by stopping by and speaking with a staff member at our Hughes 2nd-floor Reference Desk, or you can call the Reference Desk at 570-421-0800 x. 316. Please contact the Reference Desk at least 24 hours in advance if you must un-RSVP, as space is limited and demand can be high.
Link to Padlet Digital Literacy Toolkit
You can also copy and paste the link into your browser: https://padlet.com/hsmithsonian/hus7x1c8kvv3