Computers & Technology   

Google Drive is used to store, organize, and share files. If you have a Gmail account, you have a Google Drive, and it is a great tool to store files, collaborate with others, and send large files quickly, easily, and for free! Join Rob Kissner in exploring how to use Google Drive and its features.

If you are a long-time Microsoft Word user, Google Docs can seem super confusing, but it is one of the most useful collaborative tools out there and it’s very easy to use once you understand its workflows! Join Rob Kissner in exploring how to create docs, use Google’s editing tools, and how to share and collaborate on documents with others.

Google Sheets is Google’s version of Microsoft Excel, and it is a great tool for storing and organizing information. It is easy to use, feature-rich, and best of all, it’s free! Whether you are a novice or a spreadsheet veteran, this class will explore how to set up a Google Sheet, add information, use formulas, and share and collaborate on documents with others.

Google Slides is like Powerpoint, but easier to use and creates much more modern, cleaner-looking presentations in less time. Whether you are a pro at making presentation decks or a total novice, this workshop will introduce you to Google Slides and explore how to create a presentation, change slide layouts, add images and charts, and how to add transitions and effects.

Google Photos is a great way to store, organize, edit, and share your photos. With Google Photos, any photo you take on your smartphone automatically gets added to your Google Photos library and synced across all of your devices. The best part, it’s free! This workshop will explore how to get Google Photos set up on your phone, computer, and tablet, the basic functionality of how to search and organize your photos, and basic photo editing.

 

Are you interested in learning how entrepreneurs use Instagram to gain new customers? Join Social Media Manager Jessica Grunenberg as she teaches you how to best utilize Instagram's professional account feature to develop an efficient social media strategy for your business. This class will cover the technical features of Instagram, as well as ideas for content that your customers will actually want to engage with. You'll learn how to increase followers, the best times to post, and tips on everything from hashtags to handling comments.  Please join this class with your business's Instagram account and Facebook page already created. 

Please be sure to register by the day before the class at the latest. You will receive an invitation email with a link to join the Zoom meeting. Click here for a tutorial on how to join a Zoom meeting.

Have you ever felt left out when people are talking about a post that went viral? Are you curious about using social media but don't know where to start? Then this class is for you! This class will cover the basics, like what you need to create an account, how to create a post, and why you would follow someone on social media. You will learn about social media terminology such as “subscribe,” “like,” “retweet” and “hashtags.” You'll also learn the differences between popular social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube.
Please be sure to register by the day before the class at the latest. You will receive an invitation email with a link to join the Zoom meeting. Click here for a tutorial on how to join a Zoom meeting.

Learn how to edit and enhance your photos with confidence using the Photos app on your iPhone.  The built-in editing and enhancement tools are amazing, and you can easily fine tune your photos in just a few minutes. Explore how to adjust color, brightness, and sharpness, and straighten, crop, and much more, using a wide-range of editing tools, including color and black & white filters in the Photos app. Additional editing apps you can use on your iPhone will also be explored.  For all skill levels and iPhone models with the latest iOS software version.

Please be sure to register by the day before the class at the latest. You will receive an invitation email with a link to join the Zoom meeting. Click here for a tutorial on how to join a Zoom meeting.

Bring your fully charged Apple iPhone or iPad to this class and start getting comfortable using it for many of the marvelous actions it can perform for you. You will be introduced to changing settings, sending email, taking photos and videos, sending photos, and basic troubleshooting. Other topics requested by students will also be covered, time-permitting.

There are many valuable, simple tricks and tips that do not require an advanced understanding of iPhones, iPads, or Android phones to use them more effectively. In this class we will explore ten easy yet useful tricks that will help you enjoy using your devices while staying safe on the internet.  From better password management to dealing with a “stuck” or slow computer or iPhone, we will discuss different ways to use our personal computers and devices more intelligently. 
Please note: This class is designed as a lecture; no devices are necessary.

Whether you're cutting the cord (discontinuing cable service to save money) or simply adding more variety to your TV viewing, the future of viewing is streaming media. Learn the pros and cons of "cord cutting," the various streaming media services, options for hardware products and steps for basic installation and setup.

This class is for anyone who wants to learn the basics of restoring old photos, including removing scratches, cleaning up stains, correcting exposure and color, and repairing and removing details. The rubber stamp/clone, healing brush, eraser, and selection tools are a few of the editing tools that will be explained. In addition, settings such as adjusting contrast, color balance, and converting an image to black and white will be explored.  This class contains general information and is suitable for all skill levels, all computer devices and all photo editing software.  Please note: this class is designed for viewing only.  A computer with photo editing software is not needed and will not be used by attendees.

Please be sure to register by the day before the class at the latest. You will receive an invitation email with a link to join the Zoom meeting. Click here for a tutorial on how to join a Zoom meeting.

There are some great photo editing features built into our phones and services like Google Photos, but what if you want to do more than they can offer? Join Rob Kissner in exploring Pixlr, a free and powerful online photo editor. Pixlr allows for in-depth photo editing akin to Photoshop, but without the hefty price tag and steep learning curve! This 90-minute workshop will provide an overview of Pixlr and its features.  

 

We hear more and more about cybersecurity and the risks of identity theft these days. Learn ways to protect yourself and your data, so you can use social media websites like Facebook and Twitter without giving up your privacy. You'll learn how to minimize exposing your personal information on the Internet and how to control privacy and tracking of your smartphone. This class will also review some useful, secure, and simple password strategies and give an overview of the password managers LastPass (for PCs and Android phones) and the Keychain app (on Apple devices).