Mentor Public Library

08 5, 2024

Free computer classes this August at our Main Branch

By |2024-07-24T16:10:06-04:00August 5, 2024|

We’re hosting six free computer classes this August at our Main Branch! The classes include introductions on how to use the email, Android smartphones, and iPhones.

The classes are:

  • Learn to Use your iPhone at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 20. This class is designed for people who got an iPhone but don’t understand how to operate it. Bring your iPhone with you to the class.
  • Microsoft Word: Labels and Mail Merge at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 20. Learn how to create labels, envelopes and form letters in Microsoft Word. (Word experience necessary.)
  • Basic Email at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 21. Learn how to send and reply to emails, as well as how to attach photos and other files to your emails.
  • Word: Flyers, Pictures and Drawing Tools at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 21. Learn how to use Microsoft Word to create flyers and manipulate pictures, as well as use Word’s drawing tools.
  • Learn to Use your Android Phone at 2 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 22. This session is perfect for people who own an Android smartphone but don’t understand how to operate it. Bring your Android with you to the class.
  • PowerPoint at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 22. Learn how to create and run a presentation using Microsoft PowerPoint.

All of the classes are free. However, registration is required. For the classes at the Main Branch, sign up online at the hyperlinks above or call us at 440-255-25128811 ext. 3.

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.

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07 30, 2024

Mentor Public Library offers guide to streaming services & cord cutting

By |2024-07-18T16:33:16-04:00July 30, 2024|

Learn how you can save money – while still getting the entertainment you want – when you cut cable during a free program at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 13, at our Main Branch.

There are several streaming services out there: Netflix, Hulu, Disney+, Apple+, Paramount+, Amazon Prime, HBO Max, Peacock, and more. MPL Librarian Cailey Hutchins will help everyone find out what services are worth your money.

She’ll also talk about the streaming services that are free to use with a Mentor Public Library card like Hoopla and Kanopy. Learn how to stream movies, TV shows, documentaries, animated picture books, and more to your preferred device. The program is free to attend and registration is required. Sign up online or by calling us at 440-257-2512.

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02 23, 2024

Celebrate a Seuss-pendous birthday at the library

By |2024-02-20T10:19:35-05:00February 23, 2024|

Kids can celebrate Dr. Seuss’s birthday with games, activities, crafts and a special story time on Friday, March 1, at our Main Branch.

From 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., children can play games and make crafts inspired by many of Dr. Seuss’s memorable picture books. We’ll also host a Seuss-pendous story time at 10:30 a.m. It’s open to all ages and no registration is required.

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12 31, 2023

Free ACT Prep Sessions Available at Mentor Public Library

By |2024-01-07T13:00:45-05:00December 31, 2023|

Stressed over the test? That’s OK. We’re here to help!

We’re offering two free ACT prep sessions this January. They will be from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturdays, Jan. 13 and 20. Students will learn strategies for taking the exam, try sample test questions, and complete a sample test section. The Jan. 13 session will focus on math; the Jan. 20 session will focus on the reading and verbal sections.

The sessions are free to attend. Due to limited space, registration is required. Sign up at the hyperlinks or call us at 440-255-8811 ext. 1.

The sessions will be led by John Foster, a librarian who has a doctorate degree and taught at both high school and college levels.

By the way, you can also use one of our digital services to help you prepare for your big test. LinkedIn Learning has online video courses about taking the ACT, PSAT and SAT. And it’s free to use with your Mentor Public Library card.

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07 15, 2022

Mentor Library hosting trivia night for families

By |2022-07-05T12:34:29-04:00July 15, 2022|

Rally the relatives for Family Trivia Night at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, July 27, at our Main Branch.

Families can compete as a team to answer trivia questions. This year, the questions will be themed to go along our Summer Reading theme, Oceans of Possibilities. Teams can have up to six players, and each team must include at least one child (13 or younger) and an adult.

It’s free to play, and registration is required to join the fun. You can sign up by calling us at (440) 255-8811 ext. 3.

Summer Reading has started at all of our branches. This year’s theme is Oceans of Possibilities, so the library is hosting programs that explore and celebrate lakes, rivers, oceans and aquatic life all summer. Check out the full event calendar on our website!

All ages – kids, teens and adults – can sign up for summer reading. The more someone reads, the better chance they have of winning one of the library’s prizes at the end of the summer. The last day earn tickets for prize raffles is July 31!

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