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All Events on August 29th (87 events)

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8/29/2012
Wednesday
8:15am - 9:30am
Location:
Nanini
Categories:
Adults
Job Help

Job Club

Are you a job seeker? Then attend the Tucson Job Seekers Network Group Job Club to assist you in your job search and transition. No cost to attend, and no registration required. For more information, please contact John Shattuck at Tucsonjobseekers@cs.com.

8/29/2012
Wednesday
8:30am - 9:50am
Location:
Eckstrom-Columbus
Computer Lab
Categories:
Adults
Adults 50+
Computer Classes

Teens

Introduction to Computers

In this fun, hands-on course you will learn all the basic computer skills including using the mouse and keyboard, working in Microsoft Windows, using Microsoft Word, surfing the Internet and using Email. This course is ideal for someone who has a little experience with the computer but wants to know more.
Note: If you have never touched a computer or keyboard before, you may benefit from attending our Meet the Computer course prior to Introduction to Computers.

8/29/2012
Wednesday
8:30am - 10:00am
Location:
Dusenberry-River
Computer Area
Categories:
Computer Classes

Introduction to Microsoft Excel

Excel is a spreadsheet program that helps you manage mathematical information. You can use Excel to budget your personal finances and keep track of your investments. You can also use Excel to follow loan repayments, compare different mortgages, create invoices and more. Prior experience with the computer and an understanding of the Windows operating system is recommended.

Part 5 of 6. Registration is limited to 7. To register, please call 594-5345 starting Thursday, July 19th.

8/29/2012
Wednesday
8:30am - 10:00am
Location:
Himmel Park
Categories:
Adults
Computer Classes

Introduction to Microsoft Publisher

Microsoft Publisher is a computer-publishing program that helps you easily create, customize and publish newsletters, brochures, flyers and catalogs. In this course you will learn skills like designing page layout, creating master pages, setting design guidelines, creating styles, inserting pages and copying formats.

Part 4 of 4. Registration is from July 25 to August 8. Call 594-5305 to register.

8/29/2012
Wednesday
8:30am - 10:00am
Location:
Murphy-Wilmot
Categories:
Adults
Adults 50+
Computer Classes

Introduction to Microsoft Word 2010

In this course you will learn valuable word-processing skills such as creating, saving, and retrieving documents; inserting and deleting text; formatting text; and using cut, copy and paste.
Before you take this course, you should have some experience with the computer and the Windows operating system.

Class 2 of 6. Registration is required prior to the first class, and space is limited. Please call 594-5420 to register.

8/29/2012
Wednesday
9:00am - 11:00am
Location:
El Pueblo
Categories:
Adults
Computer Classes
Job Help
Spanish/Español

Ayuda personalizada de computación y búsqueda de empleo

Nuestro instructor de computación está disponible para responder cualquier pregunta que tenga sobre temas de computación. Estos temas pueden incluir escritura de currículo (résumé), búsqueda de empleo en la red, cuentas de correo electrónico, búsquedas en la Internet y más.

8/29/2012
Wednesday
9:00am - 11:00am
Location:
El Pueblo
Categories:
Adults
Computer Classes
Job Help

Drop-in Job Help

Our computer instructor is available to answer questions you might have on a wide variety of computer topics. Topics include resume writing, online job searching, email accounts, Internet searching and more.

8/29/2012
Wednesday
9:00am - 11:00am
Location:
El Pueblo
Categories:
Adults
Computer Classes
Spanish/Español

Introducción a las Computadoras

Aprenda lo básico en este curso. Desde como prender y apagar la computadora hasta como manejar el mouse y abrir programas. Este programa es ideal para aquellas personas que no han tenido ningún tipo de contacto con una computadora.

8/29/2012
Wednesday
9:00am - 11:00am
Location:
El Pueblo
Categories:
Adults
Computer Classes

Introduction to Computers

In this fun, hands-on course you will learn all the basic computer skills including using the mouse and keyboard, working in Microsoft Windows, using Microsoft Word, surfing the Internet and using Email. This course is ideal for someone who has a little experience with the computer but wants to know more. Note: If you have never touched a computer or keyboard before, you may benefit from attending our Meet the Computer course prior to Introduction to Computers.

8/29/2012
Wednesday
9:30am - 11:00am
Location:
Flowing Wells
Computer Lab at the Ellie Towne Community Center
Across the street from the library.
Categories:
Adults
Adults 50+
Computer Classes


Let's Do Windows

Want to make using your computer easier? In this course, you will learn Windows tips and tricks to make computing easier and more fun. Learn about the Windows operating system, customizing your Desktop, creating shortcuts and managing your files and folders. You'll also learn tips to keep your computer running smoothly and efficiently.

Third of six classes.

Registration for this event is required. Registration for this event is closed.

8/29/2012
Wednesday
9:30am - 11:00am
Location:
Sam Lena-South Tucson
Categories:
Family
Kids
Preschool
Spanish/Español

Quédense a Jugar

El aprender como jugar con su hijo puede promover un desarrollo cognitivo y emocional adecuado y saludable. Nuestro grupo de juego incluye canciones y juegos que promueven la adquisición de lenguaje, habilidades sociales/emocionales, habilidades motoras y crecimiento intelectual. ¡Invitamos a niños de 8 meses a 4 años y a sus padres a que vengan a jugar! Una especialista certificada en el desarrollo de niños de The Parent Connection estará disponible para contestar sus preguntas.
Presentado por The Parent Connection. Este es un programa bilingüe (Inglés/Español).

8/29/2012
Wednesday
9:30am - 11:00am
Location:
Sam Lena-South Tucson
Categories:
Family
Kids
Preschool

Stay and Play

Learn how playing with your child can promote healthy cognitive and emotional development. Our playgroup includes songs, games and play that promote language acquisition, social/emotional skills, motor skills, and intellectual growth. Children ages 8 months to 4 years and their parents or caregivers are invited to come play! A certified child development specialist from The Parent Connection will be available to answer questions.
Presented by The Parent Connection. This is a bilingual (English/Spanish) program.

8/29/2012
Wednesday
9:30am - 12:30pm
Location:
El Rio
Categories:
Adults
Adults 50+
Computer Classes
Job Help

Drop-in Job Help

Our computer instructor is available to answer questions you might have on a wide variety of computer topics. Topics include resume writing, online job searching, email accounts, Internet searching and more.

8/29/2012
Wednesday
10:00am - 11:00am
Location:
Himmel Park
Large Meeting Room
Categories:
Community Meeting

Spanish Grammar

Learn Spanish grammar from a retired university professor and linguist. Does not convene in the meeting room the first Wednesday of each month. This is not a library sponsored program and may change without notice.

8/29/2012
Wednesday
10:00am - 12:00pm
Location:
Sahuarita
Categories:
Adults
Adults 50+
Computer Classes

Learn to use Google

Google is a leading search engine that helps you locate information on the Internet. In this course, you will learn about some of the other useful and fun features of Google, including news, maps, videos, calendars and health and financial information.

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