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  • Libraries Offer Monthly Hands-On Computer & Technology Classes

    Libraries Offer Monthly Hands-On Computer & Technology Classes

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    May 20, 2024

    Fort Bend County Libraries’ Adult Services staff present a variety of free, introductory computer classes each month. The classes consist of a hands-on introduction to basic skills for people who would like to learn more about using these computer and technology programs. The classes take place in the Computer Labs of the libraries; seating is limited and reservations are required.

     To register online at the library’s website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), click on “Classes & Events,” select the library, and find the program. Participants may also register by calling the branch libraries. For more information, call the library system’s Communications Office (281-633-4734). The schedule for May is as follows:

     Fulshear Branch Library, 6350 GM Library Road, off Texas Heritage Parkway (346-481-6800)

    • MS PowerPoint 2021: Basics – Wednesday, May 1,11:00 am-12:00 noon. Learn the basics of using this slideshow-presentation software program.
    • MS PowerPoint 2021: Intermediate – Wednesday, May 8,11:00 am-12:00 noon. Understand this slideshow-presentation program even better by learning more advanced functions and tools.
    • Drop-In Tech Help– Wednesday, May 15, 11:00 am-12:00 noon, Computer Lab. Schedule a one-on-one Q&A session at the library! Library staff is available to assist with technology-related questions about email, internet, and eReader questions. Those attending should bring their personal electronic device or use one of the library’s computers.

    George Memorial Library, 1001 Golfview in Richmond (281-342-4455)

    • eReader Q&A– Mondays, May 6 and 20, 2:00-4:00 pm, Adult Services Learning Lab. (Reservations not required for this come-and-go session.)
    • Computers 101– Tuesday, May 7, 10:00 am-12:00 noon. This class presents a basic, hands-on introduction to using computers.
    • Typing for Beginners– Monday, May 13, 10:00-11:00 am. Learn how to use a self-paced typing tutorial on a computer keyboard. Get tips on increasing typing speed and accuracy.
    • MS PowerPoint 2019: Basics– Tuesday, May 14, 10:30-11:30 am. Learn the basics of using this slideshow-presentation software program.
    • MS PowerPoint 2019: Intermediate– Tuesday, May 21, 10:30-11:30 am. Understand this slideshow-presentation program even better by learning more advanced functions and tools.

    University Branch Library, 14010 University Blvd, Sugar Land (281-633-5100)

    • Open Computer & Technology Lab – Monday, May 6, 6:00-7:00 pm. Tech-savvy library staff will be available to provide one-on-one assistance and answer questions on a variety of topics, from email and Internet to e-readers, ebooks, or other technology. Those attending may bring their own device or use one of the library’s computers.
    • MS Excel 2019: Basics– Monday, May 13, 6:00-7:00 pm. Learn the basics of using this spreadsheet software program, which features calculation tools that are helpful for financial and statistical needs.
    • eLibrary 101 – Wednesday, May 22, 6:00-7:00 pm. Learn how to download free ebooks, magazines, movies, TV shows, audiobooks, and music to a smartphone or tablet from FBCL’s eLibrary. Bring the device and learn how to get the apps and how to browse and download great digital resources. Attendees should have a working email address and correct log-in information for their devices.
  • Libraries Offer Monthly Hands-On Computer & Technology Classes

    Libraries Offer Monthly Hands-On Computer & Technology Classes

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    May 21, 2024

    Fort Bend County Libraries’ Adult Services staff present a variety of free, introductory computer classes each month. The classes consist of a hands-on introduction to basic skills for people who would like to learn more about using these computer and technology programs. The classes take place in the Computer Labs of the libraries; seating is limited and reservations are required.

     To register online at the library’s website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), click on “Classes & Events,” select the library, and find the program. Participants may also register by calling the branch libraries. For more information, call the library system’s Communications Office (281-633-4734). The schedule for May is as follows:

     Fulshear Branch Library, 6350 GM Library Road, off Texas Heritage Parkway (346-481-6800)

    • MS PowerPoint 2021: Basics – Wednesday, May 1,11:00 am-12:00 noon. Learn the basics of using this slideshow-presentation software program.
    • MS PowerPoint 2021: Intermediate – Wednesday, May 8,11:00 am-12:00 noon. Understand this slideshow-presentation program even better by learning more advanced functions and tools.
    • Drop-In Tech Help– Wednesday, May 15, 11:00 am-12:00 noon, Computer Lab. Schedule a one-on-one Q&A session at the library! Library staff is available to assist with technology-related questions about email, internet, and eReader questions. Those attending should bring their personal electronic device or use one of the library’s computers.

    George Memorial Library, 1001 Golfview in Richmond (281-342-4455)

    • eReader Q&A– Mondays, May 6 and 20, 2:00-4:00 pm, Adult Services Learning Lab. (Reservations not required for this come-and-go session.)
    • Computers 101– Tuesday, May 7, 10:00 am-12:00 noon. This class presents a basic, hands-on introduction to using computers.
    • Typing for Beginners– Monday, May 13, 10:00-11:00 am. Learn how to use a self-paced typing tutorial on a computer keyboard. Get tips on increasing typing speed and accuracy.
    • MS PowerPoint 2019: Basics– Tuesday, May 14, 10:30-11:30 am. Learn the basics of using this slideshow-presentation software program.
    • MS PowerPoint 2019: Intermediate– Tuesday, May 21, 10:30-11:30 am. Understand this slideshow-presentation program even better by learning more advanced functions and tools.

    University Branch Library, 14010 University Blvd, Sugar Land (281-633-5100)

    • Open Computer & Technology Lab – Monday, May 6, 6:00-7:00 pm. Tech-savvy library staff will be available to provide one-on-one assistance and answer questions on a variety of topics, from email and Internet to e-readers, ebooks, or other technology. Those attending may bring their own device or use one of the library’s computers.
    • MS Excel 2019: Basics– Monday, May 13, 6:00-7:00 pm. Learn the basics of using this spreadsheet software program, which features calculation tools that are helpful for financial and statistical needs.
    • eLibrary 101 – Wednesday, May 22, 6:00-7:00 pm. Learn how to download free ebooks, magazines, movies, TV shows, audiobooks, and music to a smartphone or tablet from FBCL’s eLibrary. Bring the device and learn how to get the apps and how to browse and download great digital resources. Attendees should have a working email address and correct log-in information for their devices.
  • Popular Digital Magazines Available Online Through Libraries' Flipster Service

    Popular Digital Magazines Available Online Through Libraries' Flipster Service

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    May 22, 2024

    Patrons of Fort Bend County Libraries (FBCL) have instant access to popular magazines online through the libraries’ Flipster® service from EBSCO Information Services. Flipster is a next-generation magazine service that allows people to browse digital versions of the latest issues of popular magazines for adults, teens, and children, courtesy of the library.

    Demonstrations of this free online resource will take place at the following locations in May, but those who are interested may also inquire about this resource at any time at any FBCL location. Reservations are required for the demonstrations.

    • Monday, May 6, 6:00 pm – Mission Bend Branch Library(8421 Addicks Clodine Road)
    • Wednesday, May 22, 11:00 am – Fulshear Branch Library(6350 GM Library Road)

    Flipster magazines are full-print, full-color digital duplicates of the hardcopy print magazine, and library cardholders can access them remotely through the Fort Bend County Libraries website, www.fortbend.lib.tx.us. The libraries’ collection includes 58 popular titles for adults and 11 titles for youth, including selections such as Forbes, Essence, Car & Driver, Highlights, People, and much more.

    Magazines can be read online on a computer or downloaded to smartphones or tablets, including Android™ phones and tablets, Apple® phones and tablets, and Kindle Fire tablets, for offline reading anytime, anywhere on a free Flipster app that can be downloaded from the Apple App or Google Play stores.

    Flipster provides an easy-to-use, browse-able reading experience. An online newsstand provides a carousel of the most recent issues in various categories, and many magazines provide access to back-issues as well.

    The collection can be accessed 24/7, and there is no limit to the number of magazines that can be downloaded. There will never be overdue fines for Flipster magazines because the digital file will automatically disappear after a predetermined length of time. A magazine that is published weekly can be downloaded for 2 days, and a magazine that is published monthly can be downloaded for one week.

    To browse the Flipster collection of magazines, go to FBCL website, www.fortbend.lib.tx.us, click on “Books, eLibrary, & More,” and scroll down to Magazines.

    The demonstrations are free and open to the public. To register for a demonstration, visit Fort Bend County Libraries’ website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), click on “Classes & Events,” select the library, and find the program on the date indicated. For more information, call FBCL’s Communications Office (281-633-4734).

    Libraries Offer Monthly Hands-On Computer & Technology Classes

    Libraries Offer Monthly Hands-On Computer & Technology Classes

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    May 22, 2024

    Fort Bend County Libraries’ Adult Services staff present a variety of free, introductory computer classes each month. The classes consist of a hands-on introduction to basic skills for people who would like to learn more about using these computer and technology programs. The classes take place in the Computer Labs of the libraries; seating is limited and reservations are required.

     To register online at the library’s website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), click on “Classes & Events,” select the library, and find the program. Participants may also register by calling the branch libraries. For more information, call the library system’s Communications Office (281-633-4734). The schedule for May is as follows:

     

    Fulshear Branch Library, 6350 GM Library Road, off Texas Heritage Parkway (346-481-6800)

    • MS PowerPoint 2021: Basics – Wednesday, May 1,11:00 am-12:00 noon. Learn the basics of using this slideshow-presentation software program.
    • MS PowerPoint 2021: Intermediate – Wednesday, May 8,11:00 am-12:00 noon. Understand this slideshow-presentation program even better by learning more advanced functions and tools.
    • Drop-In Tech Help– Wednesday, May 15, 11:00 am-12:00 noon, Computer Lab. Schedule a one-on-one Q&A session at the library! Library staff is available to assist with technology-related questions about email, internet, and eReader questions. Those attending should bring their personal electronic device or use one of the library’s computers.

    George Memorial Library, 1001 Golfview in Richmond (281-342-4455)

    • eReader Q&A– Mondays, May 6 and 20, 2:00-4:00 pm, Adult Services Learning Lab. (Reservations not required for this come-and-go session.)
    • Computers 101– Tuesday, May 7, 10:00 am-12:00 noon. This class presents a basic, hands-on introduction to using computers.
    • Typing for Beginners– Monday, May 13, 10:00-11:00 am. Learn how to use a self-paced typing tutorial on a computer keyboard. Get tips on increasing typing speed and accuracy.
    • MS PowerPoint 2019: Basics– Tuesday, May 14, 10:30-11:30 am. Learn the basics of using this slideshow-presentation software program.
    • MS PowerPoint 2019: Intermediate– Tuesday, May 21, 10:30-11:30 am. Understand this slideshow-presentation program even better by learning more advanced functions and tools.

    University Branch Library, 14010 University Blvd, Sugar Land (281-633-5100)

    • Open Computer & Technology Lab – Monday, May 6, 6:00-7:00 pm. Tech-savvy library staff will be available to provide one-on-one assistance and answer questions on a variety of topics, from email and Internet to e-readers, ebooks, or other technology. Those attending may bring their own device or use one of the library’s computers.
    • MS Excel 2019: Basics– Monday, May 13, 6:00-7:00 pm. Learn the basics of using this spreadsheet software program, which features calculation tools that are helpful for financial and statistical needs.
    • eLibrary 101 – Wednesday, May 22, 6:00-7:00 pm. Learn how to download free ebooks, magazines, movies, TV shows, audiobooks, and music to a smartphone or tablet from FBCL’s eLibrary. Bring the device and learn how to get the apps and how to browse and download great digital resources. Attendees should have a working email address and correct log-in information for their devices.