Computer Classes & Programs
Computer Services offer a wide variety of monthly tech classes and programs to help you learn the basics of Microsoft programs, Google apps, and more! Each month’s programs are listed below. To view videos of these programs, visit the OLPL YouTube channel HERE.
Spring 2024 COMPUTER CLASSES & PROGRAMS
Tech Help Hour
Mondays from 2-3 p.m. in the Computer Training Center
Drop in for assistance with your computer, smartphone or other device.
Tech Help Hour
Have a question about computers, smartphones or other new technologies? Drop in to get assistance with your devices!
Mondays, 2-3 p.m.
Google Apps & the Cloud
Discover what Google has to offer you and learn all about the cloud in this hands-on workshop!
Wednesday, March 6, 2-3 p.m.
Thursday, April 25, 2-3 p.m.
Thursday, May 23, 2-3 p.m.
Smartphone Tips & Tricks
Learn how to call, text, download apps, and take and share pictures. Bring your device for hands-on practice!
Friday, March 8, 1-2 p.m.
Wednesday, April 10, 2-3 p.m.
Wednesday, May 29, 2-3 p.m.
Online Travel Planning
Take charge of your travel plans with tools for finding and booking flights, hotels and cars!
Tuesday, March 12, 2-3 p.m.
Tuesday, April 2, 2-3 p.m.
Tuesday, May 14, 2-3 p.m.
Learn how to use Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel! Requires basic computer skills.
Word Basics
Thursday, March 14, 2-3 p.m.
Word Intermediate
Wednesday, March 20, 2-3 p.m.
Word Advanced
Tuesday, March 26, 6-7 p.m.
PowerPoint Basics
Thursday, April 4, 2-3 p.m.
PowerPoint Intermediate
Tuesday, April 9, 2-3 p.m.
PowerPoint Advanced
Thursday, April 18, 6-7 p.m.
Excel Basics
Thursday, May 2, 2-3 p.m.
Excel Formulas
Wednesday, May 15, 2-3 p.m.
Excel Intermediate
Tuesday, May 21, 6-7 p.m.
3D Printing Basics
Learn how to find or create 3D print designs using Tinkercad, a free 3D modeling web program. Requires basic computer skills.
Saturday, March 16, 1-2 p.m.
Friday, April 5, 1-2 p.m.
Friday, May 31, 1-2 p.m.
Create with Canva
Discover how you can create quick and professional-looking designs using Canva. Requires basic computer skills.
Tuesday, March 19, 6-7 p.m.
Tuesday, April 16, 6-7 p.m.
Friday, May 17, 1-2 p.m.
Computer Basics
Get a basic introduction to computers, including how to use a mouse and keyboard!
Thursday, March 21, 2-3 p.m.
Wednesday, April 17, 2-3 p.m.
Thursday, May 9, 2-3 p.m.
Internet Safety
Identify common scams and learn best practices for staying safe online!
Thursday, March 28, 2-3 p.m.
Wednesday, April 24, 2-3 p.m.
Thursday, May 16, 2-3 p.m.
New Calendar Demo
Get to know the new online library calendar from LibraryMarket!
Saturday, April 13, 1-2 p.m.
Friday, May 24, 1-2 p.m.
Cricut Craft: Tote Bags
Decorate a tote bag using vinyl cut with our Cricut machine. Registration is required.
Tuesday, May 7, 6-8 p.m.
Computer Center Services
Computer Center shuts down 15 minutes prior to the library closing.
PUBLIC COMPUTERS
Computers available for one hour per day.
- Computer equipment and chairs will be cleaned between each use.
- The copy machine and fax machine are available without an appointment.
- The Computer Center is unable to provide change for the copy machines or printing.
- Guest Passes available for those without a library card for $1.00/hour.
WALK-UP COMPUTERS
Two walk-up computers are available for 15-minutes of use without an appointment. The walk-ups are located in the Computer Center area. A document scanner is available with one walk-up computer.
LAPTOPS
The Computer Center has 6 laptops available for patron use. Laptops may be borrowed for one hour per day and must be used inside the library. Laptops are available to patrons 16 years or older and require a photo ID to check out.
PRINTING
Printing is available at both the public computers and walk-up computers. Printing is $.10 a page for black and white and $.30 a page for color.
WIRELESS PRINTING
Email your document as an attachment to
CLDesk@olpl365.onmicrosoft.com
To release your print, please see the staff at the Computer Center Desk.
3D PRINTING
Patrons can submit 3D Prints! Check our dedicated page for more details.
FAX AND COPY MACHINES
The fax machine is available for $1 per transmission on the second floor near the Computer Center. Cover sheets are available at the Computer Center Desk.
A copy machine is available on the second floor near the Computer Center. Copies are $.10 a page for black and white and $.30 a page for color.
USB Drives
USB drives are now available at the Computer Center Desk! See staff for more information.
YOUTUBE VIRTUAL TECH COURSES
You can watch expert tech courses to learn many basic programs on OLPL’s YouTube channel HERE