Library hosting free computer classes in June
We’re offering six free computer classes at our Lake Branch in June, including classes on Microsoft Excel and introductions to the Internet, email and Facebook.
The classes include:
- An Introduction to Computers—our most basic computer class—at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, June 21. People will learn the basic skills they need to use a computer—no previous experience required.
- Basic Internet at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, June 21. Learn how to navigate the Internet. Participants will need to know how to use a keyboard and a mouse for this class
- Excel I at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 21. In this class, people will learn how to describe a worksheet and its function; create a basic worksheet and learn how to save it to disk; apply simple formulas to perform calculations; apply simple formatting; and explore options for printing a simple worksheet. (Microsoft Word experience necessary.)
- Basic Email skills at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, June 28. Learn how to send emails and attachments, as well as reply to other people’s emails.
- introduction to Facebook at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, June 28. The hands-on class will demonstrate basic Facebook features and tips. Please come to class with your Facebook login information and password.
- Excel II at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 28. Learn how to create and copy formulas and functions; understand relativity when working with formulas and functions; recognize and troubleshoot errors in formulas and functions; insert, delete and resize rows and columns; and use advanced printing features.
All of the classes are free. However, registration is required. RSVP on our event calendar by calling us at (440) 257-2512. Registration opens two weeks before the class is scheduled.
The library also offers several online computer classes through the LinkedIn Learning database. The courses are free to watch with a public library card. For more information, visit www.mentorpl.org/linkedinlearning.
