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The library offers basic computer classes in a progressive sequence that we recommend to those who are new to using the computer and the Internet. This is a recommended sequence only. You may take the classes in any order as long as you meet the described prerequisites. The recommended sequence is below along with the available dates and times of each class. For job hunters, the library also offers a Résumé & Cover Letters class.

Please note: Registering for a waiting list lets the Library estimate demand and
gives you priority registration on the class when more sessions are available.

Instructions: Click on the desired date to register. If the class is full you may register for the waiting list.

Basic Computer Classes Track

1. Senior Moments
   This two day session will provide hands-on computer training one and a half hours each day for seniors who have little or no experience with computers. Come join other seniors for these free hands-on sessions. You will practice: the basics of turning on and shutting down a computer, become familiar with the parts of a computer, maneuver a mouse, learn ways to save data, open, close, edit, and print documents. You'll also work with pictures and/or attachments, and where to save them so you can find them again.
   Prerequisites: None.
   Monday & Tuesday, May 21 & 22, 2012, 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm, Multi-Purpose Room
2. Introduction to Computers
   This workshop will offer participants a hands-on opportunity to learn about the basic parts of a computer. Learn how to open and close programs, save documents, use a mouse and become familiar with a keyboard.
   Prerequisites: None.
   Saturday, May 5, 2012, 9:30 am - 11:30 pm, Multi-Purpose Room
3. Internet Basics
   This is a beginner workshop for those with little or no Internet experience. Learn how to navigate the Internet using hyperlinks, toolbar buttons, History feature, and basic searching skills. Find out where to type in web addresses and search topics. Favorites, History, and Internet safety will also be introduced. Cut and paste web addresses, text, or pictures from a website into a word processor.
   Prerequisites: Must be experienced using the mouse and have basic keyboarding skills.
   Waiting list for next session
4. Email Basics
   This workshop will offer practice in basic and advanced Gmail activities. Participants will walk through the process of setting up a free Gmail account and spend time composing and sending email messages to each other. Time will be spent formatting text, attaching files to email messages, reading and replying to incoming email, and storing email addresses in a personal address book. Bring email addresses of friends and family.
   Prerequisites: Must be experienced using the mouse and have basic keyboarding skills. Must also have a basic knowledge of using an Internet browser.
   Waiting list for next session
5. Save in a Flash
   Learn how to connect, save, and safely disconnect a USB flash drive from the computer so you don't risk losing valuable data.
   Prerequisites: Must bring your own USB flash drive. Must be experienced using the mouse and have basic keyboarding skills.
   Waiting list for next session

Microsoft Office 2010 Classes Track

• Microsoft Word 2010
  1. Super Word
     We've combined the best of our Word Level I and Level II classes into a streamlined session to maximize your time and effort and get you up to speed as quickly as possible. We will start with the ribbon in Microsoft Word 2010 and take you through the basic steps in creating a simple document. Learn to enter and format text; use copy and paste functions; insert clip art, pictures, and page numbers; use spell and grammar check; and finally, print and/or save your document.
     Prerequisites: Must be experienced using the mouse and familiar with basic keyboarding skills.
     Saturday, May 12, 2012, 9:00 am - 12:00 noon, Multi-Purpose Room
  2. Microsoft Word 2010 Level I
     Learn to create, open, and save documents; cut, copy, and paste text; change font style and size; and use spell check.
     Prerequisites: Must be experienced using the mouse and familiar with basic keyboarding skills.
     Waiting list for next session
  3. Microsoft Word 2010 Level II
     Learn to set margins; change page orientation; insert graphics, images, or clip art; use headers, footers and automatic page numbers; and create tables and lists.
     Prerequisites: Must be experienced using the mouse and familiar with basic keyboarding skills.
     Waiting list for next session
• Microsoft PowerPoint 2010
  1. Microsoft PowerPoint 2010 Level I
     Learn how to create a simple slideshow presentation using text boxes, working with font size, style, color and alignment, and inserting graphics and clip art.
     Prerequisites: Must be experienced using the mouse and familiar with basic keyboarding skills.
     Monday, May 7, 2012, 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm, Multi-Purpose Room
  2. Microsoft PowerPoint 2010 Level II
     Learn to create a more advanced slideshow presentation that uses bullets, animations, slide transitions, WordArt, video clips, and even learn to create a photo album.
     Prerequisites: Must be experienced using the mouse, familiar with basic keyboarding skills, and basic knowledge of PowerPoint.
     Monday, May 14, 2012, 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm, Multi-Purpose Room
• Microsoft Excel 2010
  1. Super Excel
     We've combined the best of our Excel Level I and Level II classes into a streamlined session to maximize your time and effort and get you up to speed as quickly as possible. We will start with the ribbon in Microsoft Excel 2010 and take you through the basic steps in creating a simple spreadsheet. Learn how to enter, edit, and format data to create a simple spreadsheet; insert and delete rows and columns; work with multiple worksheets; and create a simple chart.
     Prerequisites: Must be experienced using the mouse and familiar with basic keyboarding skills.
     Saturday, May 19, 2012, 9:00 am - 12:00 noon, Multi-Purpose Room
  2. Microsoft Excel 2010 Level I
     Learn how to enter, edit, and format data to create a simple spreadsheet.
     Prerequisites: Must be experienced using the mouse and familiar with basic keyboarding skills.
     Waiting list for next session
  3. Microsoft Excel 2010 Level II
     Learn how to insert and delete rows and columns, work with multiple worksheets, and create a simple chart.
     Prerequisites: Must be experienced using the mouse, familiar with basic keyboarding skills, and basic knowledge of Excel.
     Waiting list for next session
• Microsoft Publisher 2010
  Learn how to use the basic features of Microsoft Publisher 2010 to create, customize, and publish materials such as cards, flyers, and business cards. Prerequisites: Must be experienced using the mouse and familiar with basic keyboarding skills.
  Waiting list for next session

Multimedia

• Windows Live Movie Maker
  Windows Live Movie Maker is a free software program from Microsoft that lets you turn photos and videos into movies that you can share with family or friends. The movies can be saved on a PC, or saved to a DVD which can be later played on a DVD player, or send to Facebook through plug-ins. The movie can be enhanced by adding music, titles, credits, captions, and transitions. System requirements: Windows Vista or 7.
  Prerequisites: Must be experienced using the mouse and familiar with basic keyboarding skills.
  Waiting list for next session
• Windows Live Photo Gallery
  Windows Live Photo Gallery is a free photo software program from Microsoft that lets you import photos from your camera, CD, or flash drive onto your computer. WLPG allows you to view, sort, edit and display in a slideshow. The photos can be edited, tagged, and organized into albums. Bring your pictures either on your camera, a CD, or on a flash drive. System requirements: Windows Vista or 7.
  Prerequisites: Must be experienced using the mouse and familiar with basic keyboarding skills.
  Waiting list for next session
• Digital Photo S.O.S.
  Learn how to Save, Organize, and Share (S.O.S.) your digital photos using Flickr, an online photo management and sharing website. Learn how to create an account plus upload, edit, organize, and share photos and videos with friends and family. Please bring digital photos on a CD or flash drive or a digital camera with USB cable for hands-on experience.
  Prerequisites: Must be experienced using the mouse and have basic keyboarding skills. Must also have a basic knowledge of using an Internet browser.
  Waiting list for next session
• iPad Basics
  Do you own an iPad or plan on getting one? Come to this class and learn the basics of how to navigate the iPad, search the Internet using Safari and learn how to bookmark sites, learn how to buy apps from the App Store plus learn to move, delete, and become familiar with some popular apps, you'll also learn to update and sync iTunes, and use email.
  Prerequisites: None
  Waiting list for next session

Social Networking & Sharing

• Talk Don't Type with Skype
  Want to stay in contact with loved ones? If you have a webcam, a computer, a microphone, and an Internet connection it's easy to make video calls with Skype. We'll also show you how to create and receive video emails with Eyejot and MailVu without downloading any software and send videos through email with Microsoft Movie Maker.
  Prerequisites: Must be experienced using the mouse and have basic keyboarding skills. Must also have a basic knowledge of using an Internet browser.
  Waiting list for next session
• Facebook
  1. Facebook Basics
     Come to the Library and learn how to use the world's largest social networking website. Led by Facebook expert Mary Biever, participants will learn how to navigate the site, find Friends, update their status, set privacy controls, and more. Registration is required and all participants must have an email account and a Facebook account before registering. Interested participants may schedule a one-on-one session with the Library's Public Computer Instructor, Retta Zollinger, to set up email and Facebook accounts prior to registration.
     Prerequisites: Must already have a valid email and Facebook account. Must be experienced using the mouse and have basic keyboarding skills. Must also have a basic knowledge of using an Internet browser.
     Waiting list for next session
  2. Facebook Advanced
     Come to the Library and expand your knowledge of the world's largest social networking website. Led by Facebook expert Mary Biever, this fast-paced workshop will introduce you to more advanced elements of Facebook. Participants must already have a Facebook account and be able to easily navigate it, find Friends, update their status, and other basic tasks. Registration is required and all participants must have an email account and a Facebook account before registering. Interested participants may schedule a one-on-one session with the Library's Public Computer Instructor, Retta Zollinger, to set up email and Facebook accounts prior to registration.
     Prerequisites: Must already have a valid email and Facebook account. Must be experienced using the mouse and have basic keyboarding skills. Must also have a basic knowledge of using an Internet browser.
     Waiting list for next session
  3. Facebook for Businesses
     Learn how to get started using Facebook for your business and use it as part of your marketing strategy to better engage customers. Registration is required and all participants must have an email account and a personal Facebook account before registering. Interested participants may schedule a one-on-one session with the Library's Public Computer Instructor, Retta Zollinger, to set up email and personal Facebook accounts prior to registration. Participants must be experienced mouse and keyboard users and must also have basic knowledge of using an Internet browser.
     Prerequisites: Must already have a valid email and Facebook account. Must be experienced using the mouse and have basic keyboarding skills. Must also have a basic knowledge of using an Internet browser.
     Waiting list for next session
• Twitter Basics
  Tired of not understanding Twitter, now's your chance to learn all about it! You will be shown the shortcuts of Twitter, searching Twitter, and much more. Interested participants may schedule a one-on-one session with the Library's Public Computer Instructor, Retta Zollinger, to set up email and Twitter accounts prior to registration.
  Prerequisites: Must already have a valid email and Twitter account. Must be experienced using the mouse and have basic keyboarding skills. Must also have a basic knowledge of using an Internet browser.
  Waiting list for next session

Library Resources

• Consumer Reports
  We're stretching every dollar to the limit these days but we still want reliable and quality products. That's why so many people turn to Consumer Reports for expert and unbiased information on cars, appliances, electronics, and much more. The Henderson County Public Library recognizes Consumer Reports as one of the most trusted sources for consumer information. Its vast collection of tips and advice is available for free to all valid library cardholders through the library's website at www.hcpl.org/consumer. To introduce you to the online version of Consumer Reports, the Library is offering a free 1 hour workshop. You will learn how to log in using your library card, read the latest issue, find ratings and reviews, and more…
  Prerequisites: Patron is required to have a library card and know his/her password. Must be experienced using the mouse and have basic keyboarding skills. Must also have a basic knowledge of using an Internet browser.
  Waiting list for next session
• Downloading Library Books and More
  Grab your laptop, iPhone, iPod, Kindle, MP3 player, smartphone, NOOK, Kobo, or any of their cousins. There will be a demonstration and Q&A session on how to borrow digital materials, including eBooks, from the library's website and download them to your gadget. Thousands of bestselling and classic books are available to download 24/7 and the best part is there are no late fees or items to lose! You will learn how to search the website, select items, place holds, make requests, check out, download, and transfer the items to your portable device. We encourage you to bring your portable device and/or laptop so you can practice. A limited number of laptops will be available for practice for those who do not have one. You will need to know your library card number and password to use the service.
  
  Our OverDrive workshops are specifically tailored to certain devices. Please select the correct workshop for your device. If you are unsure of which workshop to attend, please call the Library at 270.826.3712. We would be happy to assist you.
  Prerequisites: Patron is required to have a library card and know his/her password. Must be experienced using the mouse and have basic keyboarding skills. Must also have a basic knowledge of using an Internet browser.
  
  • Amazon Kindle
    This workshop is ONLY for Amazon devices. Additional prerequisite for this class is the patron is required to have an Amazon login account and know his/her password.
    Register for a one-on-one session
  • Other eReaders
    This workshop is only for eReader devices such as all Barnes & Noble devices (including NOOK Color and Tablet), Pandigital eReaders and tablets, Sony eReaders, Kobo, etc. This class will NOT cover Amazon Kindle, Apple, or full-featured Android devices.
    Register for a one-on-one session
  • Tablets & Phones
    This workshop is only for tablets and smartphones such as all Apple (iPad/iPhone/iPod Touch), full-featured Android (requires access to Google's Android Market), Blackberry, Windows Phone 7 devices. This class will NOT cover Amazon Kindle, Barnes & Noble NOOKs, Pandigital, Sony, or other eReader devices.
    Register for a one-on-one session

Practice Sessions

• Keyboarding
  Learn correct keyboarding techniques and typing procedures. This course is ideal for people who have never worked on a typewriter or computer keyboard, or for individuals who simply want to improve their speed and accuracy. Practice will involve using online resources to improve speed and accuracy.
  Prerequisites: None.
  Waiting list for next session

For Job Hunters

• Job Search & Résumé Strategies
  Learn how to organize your job search and make the most out of your network of friends, family, and contacts and learn about different résumé styles and why a cover letter is important. Navigate job search websites to find and apply for jobs. Helpful tips will be shared to make your résumé professional and eye-catching. Participants should bring job experience and education information needed to create a résumé as they will be given time to work on their individual résumés.
  Prerequisites: Must be experienced using the mouse and familiar with basic keyboarding skills. Must also have a basic knowledge of using an Internet browser.
  Thursday, May 10, 2012, 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm, Multi-Purpose Room

Henderson County Public Library – 101 South Main Street – Henderson, Kentucky 42420
270.826.3712 (tel) – 270.827.4226 (fax) – email
Hours: Monday-Thursday 9 am - 8 pm | Friday-Saturday 9 am - 5 pm | Sunday 1:30 pm - 5:00 pm