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Computer Basics Class

10:30am–11:30am
Adults, Adults-Seniors
Parkway Village Library
Library Branch: Parkway Village Library
Room: Program Area
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Computers and Technology
Event Details:

Computer Basics covers basic computer skills for those who want to learn or improve their computer literacy. Please come with your questions and concerns. Laptops are provided, but feel free to bring your own.      

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group

Easy Step by Step Computer Class

11:00am–12:30pm
Adults, Adults-Seniors
Hollywood Library
Library Branch: Hollywood Library
Room: Meeting Room (HOL)
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Computers and Technology
Event Details:

This is an ongoing class for beginners and those with little experience with computers. 

This class will be held from 11-12:30 on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month. 

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Getting Started with Microsoft Word

10:30am–12:30pm
Teens, Adults
Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: 2nd Floor Reading Area
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers and Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

This class is designed to introduce the basic functions of  Microsoft Word for Office 365 in order to create professional documents, resumes, and any other text documents.  The following skills will be covered:

This event is in the "Adults" group

Designing with Canva.com

10:30am–12:30pm
Adults
Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: 2nd Floor Reading Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers and Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Canva.com, a free, easy to use online graphic design program, is an excellent tool for creating professional, vibrant digital content, including résumés.  It features hundreds of templates for all kinds of job seekers.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Gadget Lab

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers and Technology
Event Details:

Bring your tablet, laptop, or smart device and receive one-on-one technical assistance in accessing the Library’s digital services.  This is not a formal class and customers receive assistance on a first-come first-served basis.  

This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group

One on One Senior Tech Help

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults-Seniors
Raleigh Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Age Group: Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Computers and Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

One on one technical assistance on tablet, laptop or smart device including accessing the library's digital services. (This is not a formal class). 

Please register online or call 901-415-2778 and bring your smart device.

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Friends of the Library logo

Photograph Notice

This event may be recorded or photographed for use by the Memphis Public Libraries or the City of Memphis for media, social media, broadcast, and/or print purposes.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group

Tech Help

4:00pm–5:00pm
Adults, Adults-Seniors
East Shelby Library
Library Branch: East Shelby Library
Room: Meeting Room A (ESB)
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Computers and Technology
Event Details:

Need a space to practice your tech skills but want just a little supervision in case you get stuck? Come down to East Shelby for this weekly program where a tutor will be available to check up on your progress while you work on your skills.

This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" group
This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group

Tuesday Tech Help

6:00pm–7:00pm
Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Whitehaven Library
Library Branch: Whitehaven Library
Age Group: Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Computers and Technology, Job and Career, Legal Assistance, Library Support, Personal Finance, STEAM stem
Event Details:

Tech Help was designed to support individuals in building confidence and practical skills for navigating today’s digital world.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group

Computer Basics Class

10:30am–11:30am
Adults, Adults-Seniors
Parkway Village Library
Library Branch: Parkway Village Library
Room: Program Area
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Computers and Technology
Event Details:

Computer Basics covers basic computer skills for those who want to learn or improve their computer literacy. Please come with your questions and concerns. Laptops are provided, but feel free to bring your own.      

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Techy Seniors - Smart Phone Basics

10:30am–12:30pm
Teens, Adults
Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: L-56 Training Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers and Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Techy Seniors – Phone Basics

Learn the basic functions of smart phones and tablets. Participants will explore settings, and learn the following basic functions:

This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group

Raleigh Library Community Photography Club

12:00pm–2:00pm
Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Raleigh Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Room: Family Learning Lab
Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Community Information, Computers and Technology, STEAM arts
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Raleigh Library Community Photography Club is a monthly meet-up designed to connect aspiring and experienced photographers of all ages through themed photo challenges, skill-building sessions, and community-focused storytelling.

Special Notes

Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group

Tech Help

4:00pm–5:00pm
Adults, Adults-Seniors
East Shelby Library
Library Branch: East Shelby Library
Room: Meeting Room A (ESB)
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Computers and Technology
Event Details:

Need a space to practice your tech skills but want just a little supervision in case you get stuck? Come down to East Shelby for this weekly program where a tutor will be available to check up on your progress while you work on your skills.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group

AI for Fresh Eyes

1:30pm–2:30pm
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
North Library
Library Branch: North Library
Room: Meeting Room (NOR)
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Computers and Technology, Job and Career
Event Details:

Do you have any burning AI questions, but not quite sure where to start? Come to the North Branch Library, and we'll help you get started in your AI journey.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group

Computer Basics Class

10:30am–11:30am
Adults, Adults-Seniors
Parkway Village Library
Library Branch: Parkway Village Library
Room: Program Area
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Computers and Technology
Event Details:

Computer Basics covers basic computer skills for those who want to learn or improve their computer literacy. Please come with your questions and concerns. Laptops are provided, but feel free to bring your own.      

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group

Easy Step by Step Computer Class

11:00am–12:30pm
Adults, Adults-Seniors
Hollywood Library
Library Branch: Hollywood Library
Room: Meeting Room (HOL)
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Computers and Technology
Event Details:

This is an ongoing class for beginners and those with little experience with computers. 

This class will be held from 11-12:30 on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month. 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Stop and Read - 1,000 Page Teen Reading Challenge

4:00pm–5:00pm
Teens
Raleigh Library
Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Room: Teen Innovation Center
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, College Preparation, Computers and Technology, Cooking and Food, Games, Library Support, STEAM arts, STEAM stem
Event Details:

Throughout the months of March, April, and May, come join us for the 1,000 Pages Teen Reading Challenge! Once a month, we will be having a program where teens can sit and read to help them on their journey to 1,000 pages!

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Friends of the Library logo

Photograph Notice

This event may be recorded or photographed for use by the Memphis Public Libraries or the City of Memphis for media, social media, broadcast, and/or print purposes.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Getting Started with Microsoft Excel

10:30am–12:30pm
Teens, Adults
Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: 2nd Floor Reading Area
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers and Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Participants will learn the basic functions available in Microsoft Excel, including:

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group

Basic Computer Class Seniors

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults, Adults-Seniors
Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library
Library Branch: Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Computers and Technology
Event Details:

Come and learn the basic computer skills.  See you then!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Gadget Lab

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers and Technology
Event Details:

Bring your tablet, laptop, or smart device and receive one-on-one technical assistance in accessing the Library’s digital services.  This is not a formal class and customers receive assistance on a first-come first-served basis.  

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group

Tech Help

4:00pm–5:00pm
Adults, Adults-Seniors
East Shelby Library
Library Branch: East Shelby Library
Room: Meeting Room A (ESB)
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Computers and Technology
Event Details:

Need a space to practice your tech skills but want just a little supervision in case you get stuck? Come down to East Shelby for this weekly program where a tutor will be available to check up on your progress while you work on your skills.

This event is in the "Children (Age 0-4)" group
This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" group
This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group

BUILD-A-BLOCK[PARTY]: Neighborhood Activation Cohort

5:30pm–7:00pm
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Cossitt Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cossitt Library
Room: Performance Hall (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Community Information, Computers and Technology, Music, Neighborhood Events, STEAM arts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Build-a-Block[Party] is a multi-session, hands-on program for people who want to learn how to plan and produce neighborhood block parties, small festivals, and community gatherings.

This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" group
This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group

Tuesday Tech Help

6:00pm–7:00pm
Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Whitehaven Library
Library Branch: Whitehaven Library
Age Group: Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Computers and Technology, Job and Career, Legal Assistance, Library Support, Personal Finance, STEAM stem
Event Details:

Tech Help was designed to support individuals in building confidence and practical skills for navigating today’s digital world.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group

Computer Basics Class

10:30am–11:30am
Adults, Adults-Seniors
Parkway Village Library
Library Branch: Parkway Village Library
Room: Program Area
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Computers and Technology
Event Details:

Computer Basics covers basic computer skills for those who want to learn or improve their computer literacy. Please come with your questions and concerns. Laptops are provided, but feel free to bring your own.      

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group

Melrose Social Hour: Ernest Withers Photo Detectives

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults, Adults-Seniors
Orange Mound Library
Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Room: Meeting Room A & B (OM)
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Computers and Technology, Cultural Awareness, History/Genealogy, Neighborhood Events
Event Details:

Are you a Melrose alumni, Orange Mounder, or Memphian interested in the photography of Ernest Withers? Do you think you might recognize some of the places and faces in his photos?

Special Notes

Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.