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:

October 3: Microsoft Power Point for Beginners
October 10: Informational Literacy: How to Recognize Disinformation
October 17: Introduction to Video Calls: Zoom for Beginners
October 24: Introduction to Music Streaming: Spotify for Beginners
October 31: Discovering Your Roots: Genealogy Resources w/ Your Library Card

November 7: Introduction to Computers & the Internet
November 14: Google Docs for Beginners
November 21: – – – – Classes Holiday Break – – – –
November 28: – – – – Classes Holiday Break – – – –

The recent past schedule of classes at the Hughes Library was:

September 26: Getting Started with Facebook
September 19: Introduction to Computers & the Internet
September 12: Digital Reading 101: Intro. to Library E-Books & E-Audiobooks
September 5: Introduction to Email Basics

August 29: Introduction to Podcasts: Listening & Subscribing To Your Favorites
August 22: Microsoft Word for Beginners
August 15: Navigating the Stock Market with Library Tools
August 8: Internet Safety & Secure Habits: Essential Digital Skills
August 1: Introduction to Brainfuse

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 2^nd-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.