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All Events on September 26th (113 events)

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9/26/2012
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.

9/26/2012
Wednesday
8:30am - 10:00am
Location:
Miller-Golf Links
Categories:
Adults
Adults 50+
Computer Classes

Basic Email

Set up a free electronic webmail account and type and send email. Mouse and keyboard skills or completion of the Getting Acquainted with the Computer class is required.

Part 1 of 2. Register at the library or by calling 594-5355. Registration for September classes starts August 20.

9/26/2012
Wednesday
8:30am - 10:00am
Location:
Dusenberry-River
Computer Area
Categories:
Adults
Adults 50+
Computer Classes


Introduction to the Internet & E-mail

Demystify the Internet! Learn how to navigate the Internet and use e-mail to keep in touch with your friends and family. Not a lecture, this class is all hands-on learning with a high-speed Internet connection. You will open your own free e-mail account to send and receive e-mail with friends and relatives.
Before taking this course, you should know basic computer skills like how to use a mouse and keyboard, how to turn the computer on and off, and a general understanding of the Windows operating system.

Part 3 of 6. Registration is limited to 7. To register, call 594-5345 starting Thursday, August 30th, 2012.

9/26/2012
Wednesday
8:30am - 10:00am
Location:
Murphy-Wilmot
Categories:
Adults
Adults 50+
Computer Classes


PowerPoint

Make a visual, on-screen slideshow presentation. Use design templates and text and content layouts; insert graphics, movies, sound, and learn to print an outline, notes and handouts.
Mouse and keyboard skills or completion of the Get Started with the Computer class required.

Class size is limited, and registration is required prior to the first class.
Please call 594-5420 to register. Class 4 of 4.

9/26/2012
Wednesday
8:30am - 10:30am
Location:
Mission
Categories:
Adults

English Language Classes

Literacy
Spanish/Español

English Language Classes / Clases de inglés

Literacy Volunteers of Tucson and the library are offering a free program to adults who want to learn how to speak, read, and write English.

Call 520-594-5325 to inquire. You may be placed on an interest list.

La biblioteca y Literacy Volunteers of Tucson ofrecerán un programa gratis para adultos que quieren aprender como hablar, leer y escribir inglés. Plaza limitada. Se atenderán por orden de llegada. Favor de llamar al 520-594-5325 para más información.

9/26/2012
Wednesday
9:00am - 10:00am
Location:
Bookbike
Categories:
Adults
Family
Kids
Teens

The Bookbike at Armory Park Senior Center

Visit the Bookbike at Armory Park Senior Center, 220 S. 5th Avenue on the 4th Wednesday of the month.

9/26/2012
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.

9/26/2012
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.

9/26/2012
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.

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.La septima parte de 8. La matriculacion esta cerrada. Favor de llamar a 594-5250 por mas informacion.

9/26/2012
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.

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.Part 7 of 8.Registration is closed. Please call 594-5250 for more information.

9/26/2012
Wednesday
9:00am - 12:00pm
Location:
Martha Cooper
Categories:
Adults

GED Prep
Literacy

Free GED Preparation and Tutoring

At this drop-in session, get help from our tutors to get started preparing for the GED at your own pace. All classes are taught by Pima County Public Library tutors with Adult Education Certification, and will be taught in English. Students ages 16 and older can attend classes.

Please note that children cannot attend these classes. Parents must make their own child care arrangements for children under age 8.

Martha Cooper Branch Library, 1377 N. Catalina Ave. Registration is not required.

9/26/2012
Wednesday
9:30am
Location:
Joyner-Green Valley
Categories:
Kids
Preschool
Storytime

Toddler Storytime

Designed for children 18- to 36-months-old. Parents/caregivers and children interact through stories, songs, and rhymes. tories are kept short to fit the toddlers' short attention spans. Each Toddler storytime is 20 to 30 minutes long.
Hora de Cuentos de Niños. Esta Hora de Cuentos es diseñada para los niños de 18-36 meses de edad, y corre por 20-30 minutos. Este programa es presentado en inglés.

9/26/2012
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


Digital Photography

This course will introduce you to the vocabulary, concepts, and equipment you need to be a digital photographer. Prerequisite: Mouse and keyboard skills, or completion of the Get Started with the Computer class.

First of two classes.

Registration for this event is required. Register for this event online or call 594-5225

9/26/2012
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).

9/26/2012
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.

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