Computer & Technology Classes

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1 Computer & Technology Classes OCTOBER DECEMBER 2015 Para las clases en español, vaya a la página 20. All classes are free and open to the public. jaxpubliclibrary.org/eservices

2 E-BOOKS, MUSIC, MOVIES AND MAGAZINES E-Books and More Learn about Jacksonville Public Library s downloadable media collection. Join us for a demonstration of how to access OverDrive, Axis 360, Hoopla Digital, Zinio and OneClick Digital, free with your library card. Wednesday, October 28, 10:30 A.M. NOON...Highlands Branch Tuesday, October 13, 2 3:30 P.M...Southeast Regional Friday, October 23, 10:30 AM NOON...South Mandarin Branch Saturday, November 21, 3 5 P.M...Webb Wesconnett...Regional Thursday, December 3, 6:30 8 P.M...South Mandarin Branch Tuesday, December 8, 6 P.M. 7:30 P.M...Murray Hill Branch Introduction to OverDrive Learn about JPL s e-book collection. Learn to navigate the downloadable digital content site and transfer digital content to your device. Learn where to find device and download resources any time using our website. Monday, October 5, 3 4:30 P.M...Main Library (Room 419) Tuesday, October 6, 6 7:30 P.M...Murray Hill Branch Thursday, December 3, 4 5:30 P.M...Main Library (Room 124) Friday, December 11, 10:30 A.M. NOON...Regency Branch Introduction to Axis 360 Learn about JPL s Axis 360 downloadable media collection. Learn to navigate the site and transfer digital content to your device. Learn where to find device and download resources any time using our website. Tuesday, December 1, 6 7:30 P.M...Murray Hill Branch 2

3 Introduction to Zinio Discover JPL s digital magazine collection. Learn how to begin downloading new and back issues of over 300 popular magazine titles. Assistance will be provided for signing up and downloading the Zinio app to your mobile device. Saturday, October 17, 3 5 P.M...Webb Wesconnett Regional Thursday, November 19, 10:30 A.M. NOON...Mandarin Branch Friday, November 20, 10:30 A.M. NOON...Regency Square Branch Saturday, November 21, 10:30 A.M. NOON...Pablo Creek Regional Hoopla Digital: Streaming Music and Movies Learn how to access our collection of downloadable movies, TV shows, audiobooks, and music. You will learn how to navigate our collection and transfer content to your computer, smartphone, or tablet. Saturday, October 3, 10 11:30 A.M...Bradham and Brooks Branch Monday, October 12, 3 4:30 P.M...Main Library (Room 419) Tuesday, November 3, 6 7:30 P.M...Murray Hill Branch Friday, December 4, 10:30 A.M. NOON...Regency Square Branch Thursday, December 10, 4 5:30 P.M...Main Library (Room 124) Saturday, December 19, 10:30 A.M. NOON...Pablo Creek Regional COMPUTERS FOR BEGINNERS Introduction to Computers Learn the main parts of a computer and basic Windows navigation. Start a program from the start menu or desktop and learn the taskbar functions. Learn to resize windows and create shortcuts. Thursday, October 15, 6 7:30 P.M...Bradham and Brooks Branch Saturday, October 17, 2:30 4 P.M...Highlands Branch Library Saturday, October 31, 10 11:30 A.M...Bradham and Brooks Branch Tuesday, November 3, 5 6:30 P.M...Main Library (Room 124) Tuesday, November 3, 6 7:30 P.M...Highlands Branch Thursday, December 10, 6:30 8 P.M...South Mandarin Branch 3

4 Introduction to Keyboarding This class is intended to give a basic overview of the keyboard and some of the most commonly used keys. You will also spend time on some exercises which will allow you to practice. Wednesdays, 3 4:30 P.M...Main Library (Room 124) October 7, 14, 21, 28; November 4, 18, 25; December 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Thursday, October 8, 11 A.M. 12:30 P.M...University Park Branch Thursday, October 22, 6 7:30 P.M...Bradham and Brooks Branch Tuesday, November 17, 6 7:30 P.M...Highlands Branch Introduction to Basic Mouse Skills This class is intended to give a basic understanding of how to use a standard computer mouse. You will also spend time on some exercises which will allow you to practice. Thursday, October 15, 11 A.M. 12:30 P.M...University Park Branch Introduction to Windows 7 This class presents a basic overview of the Microsoft Windows 7 operating system. Wednesday, October 7, 10:30 A.M. NOON...Highlands Branch Introduction to Windows 8.1 This class presents a basic overview of the Windows 8.1 operating system. Emphasis is placed on users transitioning to Windows 8 from earlier versions but prior knowledge is not mandatory. Wednesday, October 14, 10:30 A.M. NOON...Highlands Branch 4

5 Introduction to the Internet This class explains the concepts of the Internet, URLs, browsers and the World Wide Web. Get tips on safe and secure Internet usage. Thursday, October 22, 11 A.M. 12:30 PM... University Park Branch Monday, October 26, 3 4:30 P.M... Main Library (Room 419) Thursday, October 29, 6 7:30 P.M... Bradham and Brooks Branch Tuesday, November 10, 5 6:30 P.M... Main Library (Room 124) Tuesday, December 1, 6 7:30 P.M... Highlands Branch Thursday, December 17, 6:30 8 P.M... South Mandarin Branch Tuesday, December 22, 5 6:30 P.M... Main Library (Room 124) Monday, December 28, 3 4:30 P.M... Main Library (Room 419) Internet Searching and Evaluating Websites Using Google to search for information online seems simple enough, but what do you do once you get millions of results? How do you know which sites provide accurate, credible information? This class will provide tips for better Web searches. Learn to use Web directories, search engines, and take a look at Recommended Websites on JPL s Web page. Thursday, November 19, 6 7:30 P.M... Bradham and Brooks Branch Tuesday, December 29, 6 7:30 P.M... Highlands Branch Introduction to In this class we ll help you set up a free account. You ll learn how to send, receive, reply to, and forward messages. You ll also learn to organize your mail and attach documents. Thursday, October 29, 11 A.M. 12:30 P.M... University Park Branch Thursday, November 12, 6 7:30 P.M... Bradham and Brooks Branch Tuesday, November 17, 5 6:30 P.M... Main Library (Room 124) Saturday, December 12, 10 A.M. 11:30 A.M... Bradham and Brooks Branch Tuesday, December 15, 6 7:30 P.M... Highlands Branch 5

6 Internet Safety and Security In this class you will learn how to create secure passwords, avoid Internet scams and evaluate website safety. Receive practical advice and learn the skills you need to surf the Web safely. Friday, October 9, 10:30 A.M. NOON...Regency Square Branch Saturday, October 11, 1:30 3:00 P.M...Main Library (Room 124) Tuesday, October 13, 6 7:30 P.M...Murray Hill Branch Friday, October 23, 4 5:30 P.M...Main Library (Room 124) Thursday, November 4, 11:30 A.M. 1:00 P.M...Main Library (Room 124) Thursday, November 5, 6 7:30 P.M...Bradham and Brooks Thursday, December 3, 10:30 A.M. NOON...Mandarin Branch Tuesday, December 8, 6 7:30 P.M...Highlands Branch Friday, December 11, 10:30 A.M. NOON...South Mandarin Branch Tuesday, December 29, 5 6:30 P.M...Main Library Internet Myths and Hoaxes How do you know if that picture or that article posted online is true? This class will help you to identify bogus articles, pictures and videos on the internet. Learn how to determine whether a website is providing accurate information. Friday, November 13, 10:30 A.M. NOON...West Regional Sunday, November 15, 1:30 3 P.M...Main Library (Room 124) Thursday, December 17, 6 7:30 P.M...Bradham and Brooks Branch Introduction to Digital Devices You will learn the differences between tablets and e-readers. Learn what ios is and how it differs from Android. Learn the basics about tablets, phablets, and mp3 players. Thursday, December 10, 10:30 A.M. NOON...Mandarin Branch Friday, December 18, 10:30 A.M. NOON...South Mandarin Branch 6

7 Basic Computer Maintenance Learn basic maintenance to keep your desktop or laptop computer running smoothly and efficiently. Thursday, October 29, 4 5:30 P.M... Main Library (Room 124) Computer and Technology for ESL Learners These basic computer classes are taught in English for students learning English as a second language. Fridays, 10 A.M. 1 P.M... Main Library (Room 124) October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; November 6, 13, 20; December 4, 11, 18 Computer Skills for Job Seekers In this class, we will discuss the basic computer and internet skills that will help you with your job search, provide you with resources to take away from the class, and invite you to attend future classes that will help with more specific skills you may need. Thursday, October 8, 6 7:30 P.M... Bradham and Brooks Branch Tuesday, October 27, 6 7:30 P.M... Highlands Branch MICROSOFT OFFICE Introduction to MS Office 2010 Participants will learn the basics about Microsoft s popular Office software. Find out about the similarities and differences between Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Publisher. This class will focus on common tools and basic functions like saving files, review and basic formatting. Tuesday, October 6, 5 6:30 P.M... Main Library (Room 124) Tuesday, November 24, 5 6:30 P.M... Main Library (Room 124) 7

8 MS Office 2010: Word 1 Participants will learn to open the program and find basic functions (Office button, ribbon, help menu). Learn to create, edit, save and print document. Instruction includes formatting text, cut, copy, paste and using spelling and grammar tools. Tuesday, October 6, 2 3:30 P.M...Beaches Branch Thursday, October 8, 10:30 A.M. NOON...Mandarin Branch Tuesday, October 13, 5 6:30 P.M...Main Library (Room 124) Friday, October 16, 10:30 A.M. NOON...Regency Square Branch Friday, October 16, 10:30 A.M. NOON...South Mandarin Branch Tuesday, October 20, 2 3:30 PM...Southeast Regional Thursday, October 22, 6:30 8 P.M...South Mandarin Branch Monday, November 2, 3 4:30 P.M...Main Library (Room 419) Wednesday, November 4, 10:30 A.M. NOON...Highlands Branch Thursday, November 5, 11 A.M. 12:30 P.M....University Park Branch Saturday, November 14, 10 11:30 A.M...Bradham and Brooks...Branch Wednesday, December 2, 11:30 A.M. 1 P.M...Main Library (Room 124) MS Office 2010: Word 2 Participants will learn about more advanced MS Word functions such as bulleted and numbered lists, columns, tables and images. Thursday, October 8, 4 5:30 P.M...Main Library (Room 124) Tuesday, October 13, 2 3:30 P.M...Beaches Branch Friday October 23, 10:30 A.M. NOON...Regency Square Branch Thursday, October 29, 6:30 8 P.M...South Mandarin Branch Monday, November 9, 3 4:30 P.M...Main Library (Room 419) Thursday, November 12, 11 A.M. 12:30 P.M...University Park Branch Wednesday, November 18, 10:30 A.M. NOON...Highlands Branch Wednesday, December 9, 11:30 A.M. 1 P.M...Main Library (Room 124) 8

9 MS Office 2010: Word 3 Participants will learn about even more advanced MS Word functions such as mail merge, table of contents, advanced formatting, headers, footers and much more. Thursday, October 15, 4 5:30 P.M...Main Library (Room 124) Thursday, November 5, 6:30 8 P.M...South Mandarin Branch Monday, November 16, 3 4:30 P.M...Main Library (Room 419) Wednesday, December 16, 11:30 A.M. 1 P.M...Main Library (Room 124) MS Office 2010: Word for Resumes Participants will learn about more advanced MS Word functions such as bulleted and numbered lists, columns, tables, and images. Templates will also be covered with a focus on building and modifying resumes. Sunday October 4, 1:30 3 P.M... Main Library (Room 124) Monday, October 12, 3 5 P.M... Dallas Graham Branch MS Office 2010: Word for E-Books Participants will learn about even more advanced MS Word functions such as table of contents, advanced formatting, headers, footers, and much more all in the pursuit of creating an e-book. Monday, November 2, 3 5 P.M...Dallas Graham Branch Tuesday, November 3, 11 A.M. 1 P.M...Webb Wesconnett Regional Thursday, November 5, 6 8 P.M...Webb Wesconnett Regional Sunday, November 22, 1:30 3 P.M...Main Library (Room 124) MS Office 2010: Excel 1 Learn to create a simple spreadsheet using formulas and formatting. Create a basic workbook, navigate between worksheets, become familiar with the Excel ribbon and menus, and be able to format columns, rows, cells, and create and use formulas. Thursday, October 1, 6:30 8 P.M...South Mandarin Branch Tuesday, October 6, 6:30 8 P.M...Southeast Regional Wednesday, October 7, 11:30 A.M. 1 P.M...Main Library (Room 124) 9

10 Tuesday, October 20, 11 A.M. 1 P.M...Webb Wesconnett Regional Tuesday, October 20, 5 6:30 P.M...Main Library (Room 124) Thursday, October 22, 10:30 A.M. NOON...Mandarin Branch Friday, October 30, 10:30 A.M. NOON...South Mandarin Branch Saturday, October 31, 10:30 A.M. NOON...Pablo Creek Regional Thursday, November 5, 4 5:30 P.M...Main Library (Room 124) Tuesday, November 10, 2 3:30 P.M...Beaches Branch Friday, November 13, 10:30 A.M. NOON...Regency Square Branch Wednesday, December 2, 10:30 A.M. NOON...Highlands Branch Thursday, December 3, 11 A.M. 12:30 PM...University Park Branch Monday, December 7, 3 4:30 P.M...Main Library (Room 419) Tuesday, December 15, 5 6:30 P.M...Main Library (Room 124) MS Office 2010: Excel 2 Create more complex formulas. Work with basic functions such as sorting data, filtering data, and creating charts. Completion of Introduction to Excel class or previous experience with MS Excel is highly recommended. Thursday, October 8, 6:30 8:00 P.M...South Mandarin Branch Wednesday, October 14, 11:30 A.M. 1 P.M...Main Library (Room 124) Saturday, November 7, 10:30 A.M. NOON...Pablo Creek Regional Thursday, November 12, 4 5:30 P.M...Main Library (Room 124) Tuesday, November 17, 2 3:30 P.M...Beaches Branch Wednesday, December 9, 10:30 A.M. NOON...Highlands Branch Thursday, December 10, 11 A.M. 12:30 P.M...University Park Branch Monday, December 14, 3 4:30 P.M...Main Library (Room 419) MS Office 2010: Excel 3 Learn more functions and features in MS Excel 2010 to retrieve and analyze data. Learn how to use the VLOOKUP function, create PivotTables and PivotCharts, create Sparklines, use conditional formatting and more. Thursday, October 15, 6:30 8 P.M...South Mandarin Branch Wednesday, October 21, 11:30 A.M. 1 P.M...Main Library (Room 124) Saturday, November 14, 10:30 A.M. NOON...Pablo Creek Regional Thursday, November 19, 4 5:30 P.M...Main Library (Room 124) 10

11 Tuesday, November 24, 2 3:30 P.M...Beaches Branch Wednesday, December 16, 10:30 A.M. NOON...Highlands Branch Thursday, December 17, 11 A.M. 12:30 P.M...University Park Branch Monday, December 21, 3 4:30 P.M...Main Library (Room 419) MS Office 2010: PowerPoint 1 Create a simple presentation, create, edit and save slides and slide shows. You ll learn to insert clip art, apply designs, work with views and run a slide show. Tuesday, October 6, 6 7:30 P.M...Highlands Branch Library Tuesday, October 13, 11 A.M. 1:00 P.M...Webb Wesconnett Branch Tuesday, October 27, 5 6:30 P.M...Main Library (Room 124) Tuesday, November 3, 2 3:30 P.M...Southeast Branch Tuesday, November 3, 2 3:30 P.M....Beaches Branch Friday, November 6, 10:30 A.M. NOON...Regency Square Branch Thursday, November 19, 11 A.M. 12:30 P.M...University Park Branch Monday, November 23, 3 4:30 P.M...Main Library (Room 419) Tuesday, December 8, 5 6:30 P.M...Main Library (Room 124) Wednesday, December 30, 10:30 A.M. NOON...Highlands Branch Wednesday, December 30, 11:30 A.M. 1 P.M...Main Library (Room 124) MS Office 2010: PowerPoint 2 Participants will learn how to modify bulleted and numbered lists, indents and line spacing; use Word art and shapes; animate text and objects, and use audio and video in presentations. To fully benefit from this course, you should have attended the PowerPoint 1 class, or have basic experience using PowerPoint. Tuesday, October 13, 6 7:30 P.M...Highlands Branch Monday, November 30, 3 4:30 P.M...Main Library (Room 419) 11

12 MS Office 2010: Publisher In this hands-on class for beginners, you ll learn how to design, create and publish a wide variety of documents using Microsoft Publisher You ll find out how Publisher s built-in layouts and templates can help you quickly complete simple newsletters, brochures, fliers and more. Monday, October 19, 3 5:00 P.M...Dallas Graham Branch Tuesday, October 20, 6 7:30 P.M...Highlands Branch Tuesday, October 27, 11 1:00 P.M...Webb Wesconnett Regional Wednesday, October 28, 11:30 A.M. 1 P.M...Main Library (Room 124) Tuesday, December 8, 11 A.M. 1 P.M...Webb Wesconnett Regional Wednesday, December 23, 11:30 A.M. 1 P.M...Main Library (Room 124) Microsoft One Note As the world moves faster and faster it can be hard to keep track of everything. With Microsoft s OneNote you can set reminders for yourself, build recipes, create reference books for all aspects of your life. Learn how to make the most of this free service, both on your computer and on your mobile devices. Tuesday, December 1, 11 A.M. 1 P.M...Webb Wesconnett Regional Monday, December 7, 3 5 P.M...Dallas Graham Branch SPECIAL TOPICS Introduction to Windows 10 Learn how to get the most out of Windows 10 OS, including how PC owners can upgrade for free. We will discuss some of the changes from previous versions and explore some of the latest features. Saturday, October 3, 10:30 A.M. NOON...Pablo Creek Regional Saturday, October 3, 3 4:30 P.M...Main Library (Room 124) Friday, October 9, 10:30 A.M. NOON...West Regional Thursday, October 22, 4 5:30 P.M...Main Library (Room 124) Sunday, October 25, 1:30 3 P.M...Main Library (Room 124) Saturday, November 7, 2:30 4 P.M...Highlands Branch Saturday, November 21, 1 2:30 P.M...West Regional 12

13 Sunday, December 6, 1:30 3 P.M...Main Library (Room 124) Friday, December 11, 10:30 A.M. NOON...West Regional Saturday, December 12, 10:30 A.M. NOON...Pablo Creek Regional Saturday, December 12, 2:30 4 P.M...Highlands Branch Introduction to Android Tablets & Smartphones Learn the basics in navigating your Android device. In this class you will learn how to power on/off your tablet/phone, connect to Wi-Fi, adjust settings, download apps, and borrow e-books from the library. Wednesday, October 21, 10:30 A.M. NOON...Highlands Branch Saturday, October 31, 1 2:30 P.M...West Regional Sunday, December 13, 1:30 3 P.M...Main Library (Room 124) Friday, December 18, 10:30 A.M. - NOON...West Regional Thursday, December 31, 4 5:30 P.M...Main Library (Room 124) Introduction to Apple ios (ipad & iphone) Learn the basics in navigating your Apple Operating System and devices. In this class you will learn how to power on/off your ipad/iphone, connect to Wi-Fi, adjust settings, download apps, and borrow e-books from the library. Sunday, December 20, 1:30 3 P.M...Main Library (Room 124) Introduction to Cloud Computing Learn the basics of cloud-based computing by exploring Google Docs and Microsoft OneDrive. These services offer free storage and editing for many popular file formats such as MS Word, Excel and many others. Sunday, October 18, 1:30 3 P.M...Main Library (Room 124) Friday, November 20, 10:30 A.M. NOON...West Regional Saturday, December 5, 2:30 4 P.M...Highlands Branch Tuesday, December 15, 11 A.M. 1 P.M...Webb Wesconnett Regional 13

14 Introduction to Social Networking This class introduces the basic concept and functions of social networking sites. Through hands-on demonstration and use of a variety of popular sites such as Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Google Plus, participants will learn how these tools are shaping modern communication and how to incorporate them into everyday communications. Friday, November 6, 10:30 A.M. NOON...West Regional Thursday, December 10, 6 7:30 P.M...Bradham and Brooks Branch Safe Online Shopping This class presents the basic concept of e-commerce using the Internet. Participants will explore the general procedure of purchasing goods and services online in a safe and secure manner. Friday, November 6, 10:30 A.M. NOON...South Mandarin Branch Saturday, November 7, 3 5 P.M...Mandarin Branch Thursday, November 12, 10:30 A.M. NOON...Mandarin Branch Tuesday, November 17, 6:30 8 P.M...Southeast Regional Saturday, November 21, 10:30 A.M. NOON...South Mandarin Branch Sunday, November 29, 1:30 3 PM...Main Library (Room 124) Thursday, December 3, 6 7:30 P.M...Bradham and Brooks Branch Saturday, December 5, 3 5 P.M...Webb Wesconnett Regional Monday, December 14, 3 5 P.M...Dallas Graham Branch Thursday, December 17, 4 5:30 P.M...Main Library (Room 124) Intro to Web Design: Basic HTML Beginning with basic HTML, Intro to Web Design will show you how to begin coding your own website. In this class, we will discuss HTML, the foundational language that powers most websites on the Internet. Friday, October 2, 4 5:30 P.M...Main Library (Room 124) Friday, November 6, 4 5:30 P.M...Main Library (Room 124) 14

15 Intro to Web Design: Images and Links In Images and Links, we will begin to discuss the relationships between Web pages and content such as images. Begin linking your Web pages together and continue to explore formatting content within your HTML code. Friday, October 9, 4 5:30 P.M...Main Library (Room 124) Friday, November 13, 4 5:30 P.M...Main Library (Room 124) Intro to Web Design: Basic CSS In this class, we will begin discussing CSS style sheets and how they can improve HTML Web page design and functionality. Users will understand the differences between CSS and HTML and, with practice, be able to implement both on websites. Friday, October 16, 4 5:30 P.M...Main Library (Room 124) Friday, November 20, 4 5:30 P.M...Main Library (Room 124) Introduction to Digital Photography This class will take you through the basics of digital photography and camera fundamentals. Boost your photography skills by taking some of the mystery out of using DSLR cameras. We will introduce you to the basics of digital camera functions including automatic and manual settings. This class is for the novice or entry level photographer who wants to gain better knowledge of digital cameras as a tool. Friday, October 2, 2:30 4 P.M...West Regional Saturday, October 3, 3 4:30 P.M...Mandarin Branch Saturday, October 24, 3 4:30 P.M...Main Library (Room 124) Thursday, November 5, 6 7:30 P.M...Pablo Creek Regional Wednesday, December 23, 1:30 3 P.M...Mandarin Branch 15

16 Turn on, Tune in, Technology for Seniors Got a tablet, e-reader, smartphone or other electronic devices? Then you need to attend this class to obtain information on how to use the new device. If you are already well versed with mobile technology, but have specific questions about your particular product, this class can also be of help to you. Friday, October 2, 10:30 A.M. NOON...South Mandarin Branch Saturday, October 3, 3 5 P.M...Webb Wesconnett Regional Sunday, November 1, 1:30 3 P.M...Main Library (Room 124) Thursday, November 5, 10:30 A.M. NOON...Mandarin Branch Tuesday, November 10, 3 4:30 P.M...Murray Hill Branch Tuesday, December 1, 5 6:30 P.M...Main Library (Room 124) Saturday, December 5, 10:30 A.M. NOON...Mandarin Branch Tuesday, December 8, 2 3:30 P.M...Southeast Branch Saturday, December 19, 3 4:30 P.M...South Mandarin Branch Technology for Seniors (Android phones and tablets) Saturday, October 3, 2:30 4:00 P.M...Highlands Branch Friday, October 16, 10:30 A.M. NOON...West Regional Tuesday, October 27, 2 3:30 P.M...Southeast Regional Friday, December 4, 10:30 A.M. NOON...South Mandarin Branch Technology for Seniors (iphones and ipads) Thursday, October 15, 10:30 A.M. NOON...Mandarin Branch Friday, October 23, 10:30 A.M. NOON...West Regional Friday, November 13, 10:30 A.M. NOON...South Mandarin Branch Saturday, November 21, 2:30 4 P.M...Highlands Branch Thursday, December 17, 10:30 A.M. NOON...Mandarin Branch 16

17 Tech4Teens Do you want to write code for computer games, edit photos or create animations? Join us to learn how to do these things and more! Teens welcome. Thursday, October 15, 3:30 5 P.M...Webb Wesconnett Regional Thursday, November 19, 3:30 5 P.M...Webb Wesconnett Regional Thursday, December 17, 3:30 5 P.M...Webb Wesconnett Regional Linux Operating System Learn the basics about the Linux operating system for desktop and laptop computers. This popular open-source software is a free alternative to Microsoft Windows. Saturday, November 14, 2:30 4 P.M...Southeast Regional Sunday, December 27, 1:30 3 P.M...Main Library (Room 124) GIMP Digital Image Editing In this class, we will explore the open-source image editing software GIMP. Try out this free Photoshop alternative and learn how to begin editing your photos and creating original drawings, designs and more. Saturday, October 17, 10:30 A.M. NOON...Pablo Creek Regional Saturday, October 17, 3 4:30 P.M...Main Library (Room 124) TRANSPARENT LANGUAGE ONLINE SERIES Learn Conversational Spanish Hablas Español? No? Come learn with us at the library. This interactive series includes Transparent Language Online training, practice conversation in Spanish, access to free practice resources and all things Spanish. Wednesday, October 7, 6:30 8 P.M...Mandarin Branch Wednesday, October 14, 6:30 8 P.M...Mandarin Branch Thursday, October 22, 6 7:30 P.M...Webb Wesconnett Regional Thursday, October 29, 6 7:30 P.M...Webb Wesconnett Regional 17

18 Learn Conversational French Parlez-vous français? Non? Come learn with us at the library! This three-part interactive course will include Transparent Language Online training, discussion in French, assessment, access to free practice resources and all things French. Wednesday, December 2, 6 7:30 P.M... Bradham and Brooks Branch Wednesday, December 9, 6 7:30 P.M... Bradham and Brooks Branch Wednesday, December 16, 6 7:30 P.M... Bradham and Brooks Branch Learn Conversational Tagalog Come and learn the basics of Tagalog--the basis of Filipino, the national language of the Philippines. This three-part interactive class will include Transparent Language Online training, practice conversations, access to free practice resources, and cultural immersion. Thursday, October 8, 6 7:30 P.M... Pablo Creek Regional Thursday, October 15, 6 7:30 P.M... Pablo Creek Regional Thursday, October 22, 6 7:30 P.M... Pablo Creek Regional Introduction to 3D Printing: Basics Come to the Jacksonville Public Library and learn the basics of this new cutting edge technology. Learn how 3D printers are used to create prototypes, print food and print one of a kind jewelry pieces. This class explains the basic concepts of how 3D printing is done. Saturday, October 10, 3 4:30 P.M... Main Library (Room 124) Wednesday, October 14, 3:30 5 P.M... Dallas Graham Branch Tuesday, November 10, 3:30 5 P.M... Southeast Regional Wednesday, November 18, 3:30 5 P.M... Dallas Graham Branch Saturday, December 5, 3 4:30 P.M... Main Library (Room 124) Wednesday, December 16, 3:30 5 P.M... Dallas Graham Branch 18

19 Introduction to 3D Printing: 3D Design Learn the basics of creating and manipulating 3D objects using 3D design software. Also learn best practices for designing objects that are 3D printer friendly. Wednesday, October 7, 1 2:30 P.M... West Regional Saturday, October 10, 10:30 A.M. NOON... Pablo Creek Regional Saturday, October 24, 10:30 A.M. NOON... Pablo Creek Regional Friday, November 20, 2:30 4:00 P.M... Highlands Branch Tuesday, December 1, 3:30 5 P.M... Southeast Regional Introduction to 3D Modeling with Blender In this course we will go over the basic of 3D modeling with the popular open-source program Blender. Learn how to make 3D models on your computer that can be easily animated or even printed with a 3D printer. Saturday, December 19, 3 4:30 P.M... Main Library (Room 124) 3D Design: Holiday Ornaments Design and customize your own holiday ornament using 3D modeling tools. Saturday, December 5, 10:30 A.M. NOON... Pablo Creek Regional Saturday, December 5, 3 4:30 P.M... Pablo Creek Regional Tuesday, December 8, 2 3:30 P.M... Beaches Branch Converting Word Documents into E-Books Thinking about taking that book of yours and publishing it for yourself? Get it in the right format first. Learn about the wild world of converting books. From metadata to tags, from HTML to Calibre, we will help you get your book into shape. Thursday, November 12, 6 8 P.M... Webb Wesconnett Regional Monday, November 16, 3 5 P.M... Dallas Graham Branch Tuesday, November 17, 11 A.M. - 1 P.M... Webb Wesconnett Regional 19

20 Publishing Your E-Book Online So you have your book in the right format, now what? How can you get it from your computer and into the hands of your potential fans? Those questions and more will be answered. Thursday, November 19, 6 8 P.M...Webb Wesconnett Regional Tuesday, November 24, 11 A.M. 1 P.M...Webb Wesconnett Regional Monday, November 30, 3 5 P.M...Dallas Graham Branch COMPUTER CLASSES IN SPANISH Clases de Computadoras en Español Introducción a las Computadoras y a los Dispositivos Móviles Esta clase presenta un breve análisis sobre las computadoras personales (la computadora de escritorio y la computadora portátil) y los dispositivos móviles, tales como las tabletas, los lectores de libros electrónicos e-readers y los teléfonos inteligentes. Usted aprenderá acerca de las partes básicas de la computadora (hardware) y ciertos programas/ aplicaciones móviles (software). Asimismo, practicará las diferentes funciones del teclado y el ratón. martes, 6 de octubre, 1 2:30 P.M...University Park Branch miércoles, 7 de octubre, 6:30 8 P.M...Pablo Creek Regional miércoles, 7 de octubre, 6:30 8 P.M...South Mandarin Branch jueves, 8 de octubre, 10 11:30 A.M...Main Library (salón de clases...electronica 124) viernes, 9 de octubre, 10 11:30 A.M...Webb Wesconnett Regional 20

21 Introducción al Teclado y Ratón Esta clase le dará una información general sobre el teclado de la computadora tanto para computadoras de escritorio y portátiles. atajos del teclado comunes se discutirán junto con una introducción a las habilidades básicas del ratón. Ya habrá tiempo de lado durante la clase para la práctica. martes, 13 de octubre, 1 2:30 P.M...University Park Branch miércoles, 14 de octubre, 6:30 8 P.M...Pablo Creek Regional miércoles, 14 de octubre, 6:30 8 P.M...South Mandarin Branch jueves, 15 de octubre, 10 11:30 A.M...Main Library (salón de clases...electronica 124) viernes, 16 de octubre, 10 11:30 A.M...Webb Wesconnett Regional Introducción a Tabletas y Teléfonos inteligentes Conozca las características y funciones básicas de la utilización de su tabletas y teléfonos inteligentes miércoles, 21 de octubre, 6:30 8 P.M...South Mandarin Branch jueves, 22 de octubre, 10 11:30 A.M...Main Library (salón de clases...electronica 124) viernes, 23 de octubre, 10 11:30 A.M...Webb Wesconnett Regional martes, 27 de octubre, 1 2:30 P.M...University Park Branch miércoles, 28 de octubre, 6:30 8 P.M...Pablo Creek Regional Introducción al Windows 8.1 Esta clase presenta los conceptos básicos de sistema operativo Windows 8. Se hace hincapié en los usuarios la transición a Windows 8 de versiones anteriores, previo conocimiento no es obligatorio. Si usted tiene una dispositivo de Windows 8, favor de traérselo. martes, 20 de octubre, 1 2:30 P.M...University Park Branch miércoles, 21 de octubre, 6:30 8 P.M...Pablo Creek Regional miércoles, 28 de octubre, 6:30 8 P.M...South Mandarin Branch jueves, 29 de octubre, 10 11:30 A.M...Main (salón de clases...electronica 124) viernes, 30 de octubre, 10 11:30 A.M...Webb Wesconnett Regional 21

22 Introducción a la Red Global Esta clase se enfocará en cómo utilizar la red global. Los temas a cubrir serán aprender cómo usar buscadores y páginas de búsqueda (Google, Bing, etc.) También realizaremos ejercicios sobre técnicas efectivas de como buscar información confiable. martes, 3 de noviembre, 1 2:30 P.M... University Park Branch miércoles, 4 de noviembre, 6:30 8 P.M... Pablo Creek Regional miércoles, 4 de noviembre, 6:30 8 P.M... South Mandarin jueves, 5 de noviembre, 10 11:30 A.M... Main Library (salón de clases... electronica 124) viernes, 6 de noviembre, 10 11:30 A.M... Webb Wesconnett Regional Seguridad y búsqueda segura Aprenda consejos prácticos y pasos a seguir para navegar por la web de una manera segura. También realizaremos ejercicios sobre técnicas efectivas de como buscar información confinable martes, 10 de noviembre, 1 2:30 P.M... University Park jueves, 12 de noviembre, 10 11:30 A.M... Main Library (salón de clases... electronica 124) viernes, 13 de noviembre, 10 11:30 A.M... Webb Wesconnett Regional Comercio electrónico y Compras en Línea para la Navidad Esta clase presentará los conceptos básicos del comercio electrónico utilizados en el Internet. De una manera segura, vamos a explorar los procedimientos generales de compra de productos y servicios en línea con el tema de la Navidad. martes, 17 de noviembre, 1 2:30 P.M... University Park miércoles, 18 de noviembre, 6:30 8 P.M... Pablo Creek Regional miércoles, 18 de noviembre, 6:30 8 P.M... South Mandarin Branch jueves, 19 de noviembre, 10 11:30 A.M... Main Library (salón de clases... electronica 124) viernes, 20 de noviembre, 10 11:30 A.M... Webb Wesconnett Regional 22

23 Introducción a las Redes Sociales Los participantes aprenderán los conceptos básicos de la red social y las características populares de Facebook, LinkedIn y Twitter. Los temas incluyen como crear una cuenta nueva, herramientas de privacidad, como agregar mensajes en los muros, como buscar y comunicarse con amigos o familiares, como subir fotos y más. martes, 1 de diciembre, 1 2:30 P.M... University Park Branch miércoles, 2 de diciembre, 6:30 8 P.M... Pablo Creek Regional miércoles, 2 de diciembre, 6:30 8 P.M... South Mandarin Branch jueves, 3 de diciembre, 10 11:30 A.M... Main Library (salón de clases... electronica 124) viernes, 4 de diciembre, 10 11:30 A.M... Webb Wesconnett Regional Introducción a Microsoft PowerPoint 2010 para la Navidad Esta clase presentará las funciones básicas y las características de MS PowerPoint Los participantes aprenderán como crear una presentación sencilla usando plantillas, se familiarizarán con la cinta de PowerPoint y los menús, y cómo editar texto y añadir gráficos con el tema de la Navidad. martes, 8 de diciembre, 1 2:30 P.M... University Park Branch miércoles, 9 de diciembre, 6:30 8 P.M... Pablo Creek Regional miércoles, 9 de diciembre, 6:30 8 P.M... South Mandarin Branch jueves, 10 de diciembre, 10 11:30 A.M... Main Library (salón de clases... electronica 124) viernes, 11 de diciembre, 10 11:30 A.M... Webb Wesconnett Regional Introducción a Microsoft Publisher 2010 para la Navidad Esta clase presentará las funciones básicas y las características de MS Publisher Los participantes aprenderán cómo hacer folletos, volantes, menús y otras publicaciones sencillas con el tema de la Navidad. martes, 15 de diciembre, 1 2:30 P.M... University Park Branch miércoles, 16 de diciembre, 6:30 8 P.M... Pablo Creek Regional miércoles, 16 de diciembre, 6:30 8 P.M... South Mandarin Branch jueves, 17 de diciembre, 10 11:30 A.M... Main Library (salón de clases... electronica 124) viernes, 18 de diciembre, 10 11:30 A.M... Webb Wesconnett Regional 23

24 Sesión de Repaso y de Práctica martes, 24 de noviembre, 1 2:30 P.M... University Park Branch martes, 22 de diciembre, 1 2:30 P.M... University Park Branch miércoles, 23 de diciembre, 6:30 8 P.M... Pablo Creek Regional miércoles 23 de diciembre, 6:30 8 P.M... South Mandarin Branch BRANCH LOCATIONS

25 1. Main Library: Laura St. N., Center for Adult Learning: Talking Books and Special Needs Library: (TTY: ) 2. Argyle Branch: Old Middleburg Road, Beaches Branch: rd St., Olga L. Bradham and Etta L. Brooks Branch: Edgewood Ave. W., Brentwood Branch: Pearl St., Brown Eastside Branch: Harrison St., Dallas Graham Branch: Myrtle Ave. N., Highlands Branch: Dunn Ave., Mandarin Branch: Kori Road, Maxville Branch: Maxville Blvd., Murray Hill Branch: Edgewood Ave. S., Pablo Creek Regional: Beach Blvd., Regency Square Branch: Regency Square Blvd., San Marco Branch: LaSalle St., South Mandarin Branch: San Jose Blvd., Southeast Regional: Deerwood Park Blvd., University Park Branch: University Blvd. N., Charles Webb Wesconnett Regional: rd St., West Regional: Chaffee Road S., Westbrook Branch: Commonwealth Ave., Willowbranch Branch: Park St.,

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28 Other E-Services programs Please refer to individual branch fliers or contact your local branch for specific dates and times. Open Lab Free computer access for job applications, online classes, e-government services, and individual work. E-library specialists will be on hand to answer questions and give assistance on computers, devices, downloadable media and . 1-on-1 Tech Tutoring One-on-one help with e-books, , the Internet, online applications, and basic computer instruction. For downloadable media assistance, bring your charged laptop, e-reader, or tablet with you. Times and locations vary. Visit or call your branch to sign up. Tech Help via Many questions can be answered quickly through with no need for an appointment. us at with your question or issue and an E-library specialist will you back to help find a solution. Photo Scanning Preserve your priceless photographs, letters and scrapbook pages for you and future generations to share and enjoy. Sign up for a convenient two-hour appointment. You ll get advice, training and learn what you need to know to use our scanners to save your personal historic information to your own memory card or blank DVD. For more information or to schedule an appointment visit us at jaxpubliclibrary.org/lib/photos.html. jaxpubliclibrary.org/eservices