Mon, May 6
@ 10 AM | TechConnect *This event will take place in person at Macombs Bridge Library*
Learn how to download NYPL E-books, Learn NYPL catalog, NYPL APP and help with Computer Basics. | Macomb's Bridge Library | Adults,
50+,
Book Lovers,
Job Seekers,
Persons with Disabilities |
Mon, May 6
@ 10 AM | TechConnect This event will take place in person at Throgs Neck Library.
Do you want to learn about computers?
Come join our beginners one-on-one computer sessions on Mondays and Fridays from 10am-12:30pm (unless specified otherwise). Please register a day in advance via phone call or visiting the library's front desk for available time slots. There are no walk-ins for day of time slots. The computer sessions are only 30 minutes.
Available Time Slot Options (call or visit library for available times):… Phone or in-person | Throg's Neck Library | Adults,
50+ |
Mon, May 6
@ 10:30 AM | TechConnect This event will take place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library in the Mac Lab (Room 617).
Learn how to use the rapid-prototyping, easy-to-use online design tool, Figma, in this hands-on class! This class will cover the basics of creating simple designs in Figma and how you can use Figma as a UI or UX designer. Online registration is now closed | Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Pasculano Learning Center
Mac Lab | Adults |
Mon, May 6
@ 11 AM | TechConnect This event will take place in person at Van Cortlandt Library.
Need extra computer time to work on a resume, send some emails, or practice a newly learned computer skill? Get extra computer time and one-on-one assistance at our open lab. First come, first served | Van Cortlandt Library | Adults,
50+ |
Mon, May 6
@ 11 AM | TechConnect Come and learn about the internet and how to use it to find information online using search engines and different websites. | Eastchester Library | Adults |
Mon, May 6
@ 11 AM | TechConnect Do you have trouble with your e-mail? Do you have questions about Microsoft Office? Do you need help with your e-mail or setting up an e-mail account? Do you need guidance on your new tablet or smartphone? Have you heard about NYPL resources like LinkedIn Learning or NYPL Career Services but don't know how to access them?
Bring your technology questions and get one-on-one assistance during this open lab time supervised by a tech instructor.
First come, First Served.
No Registration Required. | Todt Hill-Westerleigh Library | Adults |
Mon, May 6
@ 11 AM | TechConnect This event will take place in person at The Soundview Library.
Learn about the various types and components of computers, including basic computer terminology, an overview of operating systems, and popular software applications. | Soundview Library | Adults,
50+ |
Mon, May 6
@ 12 PM | TechConnect This event will take place in person at the Wakefield Library.
Interested in using computers but don't know where to start?
Want to learn basic keyboarding?
Then this is the class for you!
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED and REGISTRATION OPENS ONE WEEK PRIOR TO CLASS
- This Program is Limited to Five Persons. | Wakefield Library | Adults,
50+ |
Mon, May 6
@ 12:30 PM | TechConnect Learn about the various types and components of computers, including basic computer terminology, an overview of operating systems, and popular software applications. | St. George Library Center, TechConnect Lab | Adults |
Mon, May 6
@ 1 PM | TechConnect Learn with help from a staff member about keyboarding basics such as: mouse movement and typing basics. | Jerome Park Library, Community Room | Adults |
Mon, May 6
@ 1 PM | TechConnect On the first three Mondays of the month, we host IN-PERSON Tech Connect courses, designed by the Tech Connect department to teach patrons valuable computer skills.
For May, students will learn about some of great online resources:
May 6: Getting Groceries Delivered
May 13: Buying/Selling Online
May 20: Intro to Canva
Registration is NOT required, and we welcome the first five (5) walk-ins.
Classes are subject to change and/or cancellation, without notice. Classes begin at 1PM--if no part… | Grand Concourse Library | Adults |
Mon, May 6
@ 1 PM | TechConnect This event will take place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library in the Mac Lab (Room 617).
Procreate is one of the world’s most popular digital drawing applications. Learn the basics of the interface and get started creating your own digital art in this hands-on class! iPads and Apple Pencils will be provided.
Additionally, learn about how you can participate in our Books for All Digital Art Challenge! Online registration is now closed | Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Pasculano Learning Center
Mac Lab | Adults |
Mon, May 6
@ 2 PM | TechConnect This event will take place in person at George Bruce Library. Do you have technolgy questions? Drop by the libray between 2 and 3 p.m. No appointments needed -- first come, first served!
The following are examples of topics with which we can help:
Resume and Cover Letter Review
Learn to type and use a mouse
Internet for Beginners
Email for Beginners
Windows 10 Basics
Microsoft Word 2010 for Beginners
Connecting Devices to the Computer
Downloading NYPL e-Books
Getting the most out… | George Bruce Library | Adults,
50+ |
Mon, May 6
@ 2:30 PM | TechConnect Do you have trouble with your email? Do you have questions about Microsoft Office? Do you need to complete a project in Photoshop? Have you heard about NYPL resources like LinkedIn Learning but don't know how to access them? Bring your technology questions and get one-on-one assistance during this open lab time supervised by a tech instructor. | St. George Library Center, TechConnect Lab | Adults |
Mon, May 6
@ 3:30 PM | TechConnect This event will take place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library in the Mac Lab (Room 617).
Interested in becoming a UI or UX Designer? Check out Figma -- a free, easy-to-use, web-based rapid-prototyping design tool.
During this class, we will create a music player prototype together. While we will cover the basics of using Figma, previous experience with using Figma is recommended. Registration required: Online | Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Pasculano Learning Center
Mac Lab | Adults |
Tue, May 7
@ 10:30 AM | TechConnect This course will cover how important it is to be safe when providing your information on the internet as well as ensuring your computer is safe from those that want to hack it. | Richmondtown Library, Technology Training Center | Adults |
Tue, May 7
@ 10:30 AM | Online This event will take place online via Zoom. Must register with a full name and valid email address.
Adobe Premiere Pro is the industry leading video editing program and part of the Adobe Creative Cloud software collection. Explore the interface and learn how to import, organize, sequence, and export your video. This class is part of the media & production classes offered at studio40. To learn more, visit https://bit.ly/3EClkVk
You will receive an email the day of the class with the link to… Registration required: Online | Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Pasculano Learning Center
Online | Adults |
Tue, May 7
@ 10:30 AM | Supervised Lab Are you having trouble with your email? Don't know how to cut and paste? Curious about Twitter or other computer programs and software? Patrons are welcome to use the lab and get one-on-one assistance! First come, first served | Parkchester Library, Computer Lab | Adults |
Tue, May 7
@ 11 AM | TechConnect This event will take place in the Computer Classroom at the 58th Street Library.
Do you have trouble with your email? Do you have questions about Microsoft Office? Have you heard about NYPL resources like LinkedIn Learning but don't know how to access them? Bring your technology questions and get one -on - one assistance during this open lab time supervised by a tech instructor. First come, first served | 58th Street Library, Computer Classroom (not wheelchair accessible) | Adults |
Tue, May 7
@ 11 AM | TechConnect This event will take place in person at the Woodstock Branch Library.
Learn how to hold, click and move the mouse and practice your typing/keyboarding skills. First come, first served | Woodstock Library | Adults,
50+,
Immigrants,
Job Seekers |
Tue, May 7
@ 11 AM | TechConnect Need help with ebooks? Tablet on the fritz? Or just need a quick turn on a computer without an appointment? Drop by for some tech TLC, courtesy of your friendly neighborhood librarians. | Spuyten Duyvil Library | Adults,
50+ |
Tue, May 7
@ 12 PM | TechConnect Do you have trouble with your email? Do you have questions about Microsoft Office? Do you need to complete a project in Photoshop? Have you heard about NYPL resources like LinkedIn Learning but don't know how to access them? Bring your technology questions and get one -on - one assistance during this open lab time supervised by a tech instructor. | Richmondtown Library, Technology Training Center | Adults |
Tue, May 7
@ 12:15 PM | TechConnect This event will take place in person at George Bruce Library. Do you want to learn more about the computer? Library staff is available to provide one-on-one instruction on the following topics:
Learn to type and use a mouse
Internet for Beginners
Email for Beginners
Windows 7 Basics
Microsoft Word 2010 for Beginners
Connecting Devices to the Computer
Downloading NYPL e-Books
Getting the most out of the NYPL catalog
The computer sessions are for 45 minutes. Please register at the… Phone or in-person | George Bruce Library, Computer room | Adults,
50+ |
Tue, May 7
@ 1 PM | TechConnect On the first three Tuesdays, we're going back to the tech basics.
First Tuesday of the Month: Learning How to Type & Use a Mouse,
Second Tuesday of the Month: Creating a Gmail Account & Email Basics
Third Tuesday of the Month: Internet Basics.
Registration is not required, but class is limited to first FIVE (5) walk-ins. If no participants show up by 1:15pm, class will be cancelled.
*As always, programs are subject to cancellation and/or changes* | Grand Concourse Library | Adults |
Tue, May 7
@ 1 PM | TechConnect This event will take place in the Computer Classroom of the 58th Street Library.
Learn how to create, edit and share online documents using Google's ever-evolving word processing, spreadsheet, presentation and calendar programs. First come, first served | 58th Street Library, Computer Classroom (not wheelchair accessible)
Computer Classroom | Adults |
Tue, May 7
@ 3 PM | All About Computers This event will take place in-person at the Mariners Harbor Library.
Do you have trouble with your email? Do you have questions about Microsoft Office? Do you need help accessing the internet or any of NYPL's online resources? Bring your questions and get one-on-one assistance. | Mariners Harbor Library | Adults,
50+ |
Tue, May 7
@ 3:30 PM | TechConnect Learn the ins and outs of iPads, iPhones, and the iOS operating system. This class will cover the differences between iPads & iPhones, how to use finger gestures, common applications, and more. | Richmondtown Library, Technology Training Center | Adults |
Wed, May 8
@ 10 AM | NYPL en Español This event will take place in person at the Morningside Heights Library.
Do you have technology questions? Drop by the computer lab between 10 am to 1 pm and 3 pm to 4 pm.
30-Minute Interval Slots:
10am-10:30am
10:30am-11:00am
11:00am-11:30am
11:30am-12pm
12pm-12:30pm
12:30pm-1pm
3pm-3:30pm
3:30pm-4pm
No appointment is needed -- Same Day Sign up sheet will be on first floor circulation desk.
****First come, First served - 30-minute sessions per slot****
****If you arrive between th… First come, first served | Morningside Heights Library, Computer Classroom | Adults |
Wed, May 8
@ 10:30 AM | NYPL en Español This event will take place in person at the Morningside Heights Library.
Do you have technology questions? Drop by the computer lab between 10 am to 1 pm and 3 pm to 4 pm.
30-Minute Interval Slots:
10am-10:30am
10:30am-11:00am
11:00am-11:30am
11:30am-12pm
12pm-12:30pm
12:30pm-1pm
3pm-3:30pm
3:30pm-4pm
No appointment is needed -- Same Day Sign up sheet will be on first floor circulation desk.
****First come, First served - 30-minute sessions per slot****
****If you arrive between th… First come, first served | Morningside Heights Library, Computer Classroom | Adults |
Wed, May 8
@ 11 AM | TechConnect Are you having trouble with your email? Don't know how to cut and paste? Curious about Twitter? Bring your technology questions and get one-on-one assistance! Phone or in-person | New Dorp Library | Adults |
Wed, May 8
@ 11 AM | NYPL en Español This event will take place in person at the Morningside Heights Library.
Do you have technology questions? Drop by the computer lab between 10 am to 1 pm and 3 pm to 4 pm.
30-Minute Interval Slots:
10am-10:30am
10:30am-11:00am
11:00am-11:30am
11:30am-12pm
12pm-12:30pm
12:30pm-1pm
3pm-3:30pm
3:30pm-4pm
No appointment is needed -- Same Day Sign up sheet will be on first floor circulation desk.
****First come, First served - 30-minute sessions per slot****
****If you arrive between th… First come, first served | Morningside Heights Library, Computer Classroom | Adults |
Wed, May 8
@ 11 AM | NYPL en Español Este evento se llevará a cabo en persona en la Biblioteca Van Cortlandt.
¿Necesitas ayuda en cómo usar una computadora? Estamos aquí para ayudarte. First come, first served | Van Cortlandt Library | Adults,
50+ |
Wed, May 8
@ 11:30 AM | NYPL en Español This event will take place in person at the Morningside Heights Library.
Do you have technology questions? Drop by the computer lab between 10 am to 1 pm and 3 pm to 4 pm.
30-Minute Interval Slots:
10am-10:30am
10:30am-11:00am
11:00am-11:30am
11:30am-12pm
12pm-12:30pm
12:30pm-1pm
3pm-3:30pm
3:30pm-4pm
No appointment is needed -- Same Day Sign up sheet will be on first floor circulation desk.
****First come, First served - 30-minute sessions per slot****
****If you arrive between th… First come, first served | Morningside Heights Library, Computer Classroom | Adults |
Wed, May 8
@ 12 PM | TechConnect This event will take place in person at the Wakefield Library.
Interested in using computers but don't know where to start?
Want to learn basic keyboarding?
Then this is the class for you!
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED and REGISTRATION OPENS ONE WEEK PRIOR TO CLASS
- This Program is Limited to Five Persons. | Wakefield Library | Adults,
50+ |
Wed, May 8
@ 12 PM | NYPL en Español This event will take place in person at the Morningside Heights Library.
Do you have technology questions? Drop by the computer lab between 10 am to 1 pm and 3 pm to 4 pm.
30-Minute Interval Slots:
10am-10:30am
10:30am-11:00am
11:00am-11:30am
11:30am-12pm
12pm-12:30pm
12:30pm-1pm
3pm-3:30pm
3:30pm-4pm
No appointment is needed -- Same Day Sign up sheet will be on first floor circulation desk.
****First come, First served - 30-minute sessions per slot****
****If you arrive between th… First come, first served | Morningside Heights Library, Computer Classroom | Adults |
Wed, May 8
@ 12:30 PM | Online This event is online only.
Must register with a valid email address.
Create your own website using WordPress. Learn how to use templates to create a site or create a site from scratch.
You will receive an email 2 hours before the class starts with the virtual class link. Registration required: Online | Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Pasculano Learning Center
Online Only via Zoom | Adults |
Wed, May 8
@ 12:30 PM | NYPL en Español This event will take place in person at the Morningside Heights Library.
Do you have technology questions? Drop by the computer lab between 10 am to 1 pm and 3 pm to 4 pm.
30-Minute Interval Slots:
10am-10:30am
10:30am-11:00am
11:00am-11:30am
11:30am-12pm
12pm-12:30pm
12:30pm-1pm
3pm-3:30pm
3:30pm-4pm
No appointment is needed -- Same Day Sign up sheet will be on first floor circulation desk.
****First come, First served - 30-minute sessions per slot****
****If you arrive between th… First come, first served | Morningside Heights Library, Computer Classroom | Adults |
Wed, May 8
@ 12:30 PM | TechConnect This hands-on class will guide you through formatting your resume in Microsoft Word. Please bring a written draft of your resume and a USB drive to save and/or print your resume. | St. George Library Center, TechConnect Lab | Adults |
Wed, May 8
@ 1 PM | TechConnect This event will take place in person at Bloomingdale Library. If you have a tech problem, question, or would just like some individualized tech tutorials, this is your time to work with a librarian and receive their personal attention and instruction. | Bloomingdale Library | Adults |
Wed, May 8
@ 2 PM | TechConnect This event will take place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library in the Mac Lab (Room 617).
iMovie is a free video creation software available on Mac platforms. Learn how to navigate the software and get started making your own videos with this beginner-friendly video editing software. This class is part of the media & production classes offered at studio40. To learn more, visit https://bit.ly/3EClkVk Registration required: Online | Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Pasculano Learning Center
Mac Lab | Adults |
helps adults develop confidence in their computer skills and grow more comfortable in today's digital world.