Computer and Internet Classes

The Saint Paul Public Library offers a variety of classes to help our customers use Library tools, learn the basics of word processing, or navigate the world wide web. We also partner with local groups to bring classes to the libraries.

Many of these classes fill up quickly, so please contact your branch regarding registration and availability.

You can also explore computer and internet classes at a variety of local institutions and web sites.

Tutorials

Microsoft Word 2003: The basics!

Typing & Keyboarding

Community Computer Use Survey

Take a survey to help improve services in local community technology centers, identify technology needs in the community, and inform interested groups about local technology usage. The survey is available in:

Location

Classes

Central Library
651-266-7000, ext. 5

Introduction to Computers

All classes are free and all are welcome. This is a four-part class. If you have never used a computer before, this is for you!

All classes are held in the Computer lab on the 4th floor of the library. Please call 651-266-7000, ext. 5 to register.

Tuesdays, 10 a.m. - 12 noon

May 6 : The Basics
May 13 : Email, part I
May 20 : Email, part II
May 27 : Searching the Internet

Dayton's Bluff
651-793-1699

One-on-One Computer Instruction

Need computer instruction? Want to learn how to set up an e-mail account, use the computer to prepare a resume, or do research? Sign-up or stop by for a one-on-one session and learn more about how to operate a computer. Call for more information, or e-mail Charles.Cobb@ci.stpaul.mn.us to make an appointment. Available through June 5.

Hamline Midway
651-642-0293

Hayden Heights
651-793-3934

Highland Park
651-695-3700

Computer Classes

May 7, 2 - 4 p.m.
Word Processing. Please call 651-695-3700 to register.

May 21, 2 - 4 p.m.
Email Basics - Learn how to create an email account and access it anywhere. Please call 651-695-3700 to register.

Merriam Park

Introduction to the Computer

Classes are free and all are welcome. If you have never used a computer before, this is for you! Call 651-642-0385 to register.

Computer Basics - May 7, 9:30 a.m. to noon

Surfing the Internet - May 14, 9:30 a.m. to noon

E-mail Basics - May 21, 9:30 a.m. to noon

Rice Street
651-558-2223

Riverview
651-292-6626

Rondo Community Outreach Library
651-266-7400

Electronic Classroom

Free classes that will introduce you to computers, give you a chance to explore exciting new Web tools, and find out all about staying safe online.

Basic Computer
8-session course. Call 651-266-7400 for schedule.

Microsoft Excel
8-session course. Call 651-266-7400 for schedule.

Learning Lab
Monday - Thursday afternoons. Comptuers are available for learning about computers, job searches, resume writing, work-related activities, or homework. Staff and volunteers wil be on hand if you need help.

Have you used to the Electronic Classroom? Would you like to, but can't make it at times that are best for you? What classes would you like to see offered?

Take a short survey to help us with classes and schedules!

St. Paul E-Democracy Workshops

Mondays, 4 - 6 p.m.
Volunteers answer questions about the internet and demonstrate how to use digital tools to voice concerns.

Mondays, 7 - 8:30 p.m.
Learn how to use digital tools to connect with your community. No experience necessary.

May 5 - E-Tools for Citizen Participation
May 12 - Online Tools for Group Collaboration
May 19 - You Tube and Online Video
June 2 - Blogging
June 9 - Podcasting
June 16 - Building Your Own Website
June 23 - Staying Safe Online
June 30 - E-Participation and Real-World Politics

Check out E-Democracy on YouTube:

Senior Surf Day

A free, beginning computer class for older adults taught by Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging. No computer experience necessary.
Call 651-266-7400 to register.

May 21, 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Saint Anthony Park
651-642-0411

Tuesday Night Computer Help at St. Anthony Park Library

Learn Word processing, spreadsheets or power point
Tips improving the performance of your computer
Learn how to set up an e-mail account
Take the mystery out of surfing the web

Stop by any Tuesday evening from 7-8:30 pm.

Sun Ray
651-501-6300

Computer Classes

Wednesdays from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon. Please call 651-501-6300 to register.

May 21
Internet Basics: Learn what the Internet is; how to use the Internet Explorer browser, access a web site, move around a web page, use search engines; and evaluate information found on the web.

May 28
E-mail Basics: Working hands-on at a computer, you'll learn how to set up and use your own free e-mail account.

June 4
Senior Surf Day - A free, beginning computer class for older adults taught by Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging. No computer experience necessary.

June 11
Learn to Mouse and Keyboard - For people with no computer experience. Learn basic mouse and keyboarding skills and learn about different types of computer equipment and the parts of a computer workstation.

June 18
Internet Basics: Learn what the Internet is; how to use the Internet Explorer browser, access a web site, move around a web page, use search engines; and evaluate information found on the web.

June 25
E-mail Basics: Working hands-on at a computer, you'll learn how to set up and use your own free e-mail account.

last updated: May 2, 2008 - jl

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