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Computer Center shuts down 15 minutes prior to the library closing.
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.
Computer Center Survey
We want you to attend our classes! Please fill out our online survey to help us schedule our programs at times that work with your schedule, as well as tailor our offerings to your needs and interests. Thank you! https://forms.office.com/r/3RFghVS7rU
Fall 2024 COMPUTER CLASSES & PROGRAMS
Tech Help Hour
Mondays, 2-3 p.m.
Excluding Mondays, Oct. 14 & Nov. 11
Drop in for assistance with your computer, smartphone or other device at this weekly help session.
Google Apps and the Cloud
Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2-3 p.m.
Discover what Google has to offer you and learn all about the cloud.
PowerPoint Basics
Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2-3 p.m.
Learn to create slides, use templates, insert images and more.
Computer Basics
Thursdays, Sept. 12, Oct. 10 & Nov. 7, 2-3 p.m.
Get a basic introduction to computers, including how to use a mouse and keyboard.
Library Catalog
Tuesday, Sept. 17, 6-7 p.m.
Wednesdays, Oct. 9 & Nov. 13, 2-3 p.m.
Discover how to search the SWAN library catalog and place holds.
Smartphone Basics
Wednesdays, Sept. 18, Oct. 16 & Nov. 20, 2-3 p.m.
Bring in your device and learn how to call, text, download apps, and take and share pictures.
Cellphone Social Hour
Thursdays, Sept. 19, Oct. 17 & Nov. 21, 2-3 p.m.
Ask your questions and learn with others at this group tech help hour.
3D Printing Basics
Tuesdays, Sept. 24, Oct. 15 & Nov. 12, 6-7 p.m.
Try out Tinkercad, a free 3D modeling web program used to create or find 3D print designs. Requires basic computer skills.
Word Basics
Wednesday, Sept. 25 & Thursday Oct. 31, 2-3 p.m.
Learn to create, save, open, and print and make changes to documents in Microsoft Word.
Internet Basics
Thursdays, Sept. 26, Oct. 24 & Nov. 14, 2-3 p.m.
Learn how to navigate web pages and find things on the World Wide Web.
Cricut Club
Saturday, Sept. 28, 1-2 p.m., Meeting Room B
Bring your Cricut and share your creativity at this hands-on crafting hour.
Create a LinkedIn Profile
Tuesday, Oct. 1, 6-7 p.m.
Discover LinkedIn and create a professional online profile. Requires an email address.
Publisher Basics
Thursday, Oct. 3, 2-3 p.m.
Learn to create, save, open, print and make changes to documents in Microsoft Publisher.
Cricut Design Space
Tuesdays, Oct. 8 & Nov. 5, 6-7 p.m.
Take DIY to the next level with free software Cricut Design Space.
Genealogy Databases
Sunday, Oct. 20, 1-2 p.m.
Join us as we explore OLPL’s free genealogy resources!
Excel Basics
Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2-3 p.m.
Track and analyze data using spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel.
Intro to AI
Tuesday, Nov. 19, 6-7 p.m.
Learn what artificial intelligence can do and how you can use it.
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
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