Adult Technology Education Series - Spring 2009

Word Processing/Spreadsheets/Email (continued)

Digital Photography/Graphic Design

Organizing files and managing your hard drive are essential tools for working efficiently on your computer. This course will highlight techniques for creating directories, subdirectories, folders, and subfolders to keep your documents, photos, and audio/video files organized!

PowerPoint 2007

Photo-Sharing on the Web: Picasa

Students will learn how to upload, edit, organize, and email their photos. In addition, they’ll learn how to burn a CD/DVD, order prints, and create web albums for family and friends.

We’ll explore the many and varied features of this popular smart phone, including email, IM, web browsing, phone, calendar, camera, and GPS.

Outlook: Tips & Tricks

Digital Photography Course

In response to our patrons, we are offering a multipart digital photography course. Parts 1-2 are a two-part class; Parts 3-5 are a 3-part class; and Part 6 is a single-evening class.

Part 1: The Art of Seeing Wednesday, April 1 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Learn about basic compositional guides for taking interesting photographs. An assignment will be offered for those participating in Part 2. All levels welcome. DSLR recommended.

Part 2: The Art of Seeing: Critique

The class will feature a discussion of the assignment given out at the end of Part 1.

Part 3: Camera Controls I

Step-by-step lecture and demonstration on the basic controls common to many digital cameras. For beginner and advanced beginner photographers. DSLR recommended.

Part 4: Camera Controls II

Students will join the instructor for this hands-on lab. Using the New Darien Library as a subject, participants will learn to use the various controls on their cameras.

Part 5: Camera Controls III

A critique of the results of the hands-on lab from Part 4.

Part 6: Digital Asset Management

This lecture, demonstration, and discussion will introduce the student to the digital photography workflow: the steps required to take the digital image from capture to output, be it print, email, or web site. For beginner and advanced beginner photographers, but anyone making the transition to digital photography may participate.

Photoshop Elements: Basics

Learn how to use the tools and features of Photoshop Elements to modify and enhance different kinds of images. We’ll show you how to lighten, darken, resize, and crop your digital photos. A 4-Part course. Students are encouraged to attend all 4 classes.

Introduction to InDesign

Join us for this introduction to InDesign, Adobe’s desktop publishing software.

General Computer Skills Computer File Management Monday, March 30 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Instructor: Pam Barnet

BlackBerry Boot Camp Tuesday, April 14 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Instructor: Pam Barnet

Thursday, April 2 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Instructor: Diane McKeever

Wednesday, April 22 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Instructor: Pam Barnet

Word Processing/Spreadsheets/Email

Exploring the Web

Word 2007: Overview

Knit One, Hit Enter

Tuesday, March 10 10 a.m. – 12 noon

Excel 2007: Overview

Already familiar with Microsoft Word and Excel but perplexed by the new look and feel of Office 2007? No worries. Join us for either or both of these informative overviews of what’s new and where to find all your favorite tools.

Thursday, March 12 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Instructor: Diane McKeever

Excel 1: Introduction

Friday, March 13 10 a.m. – 12 noon Instructor: Diane McKeever

Advanced Word: Tabs & Tables

Take a Trip Online Find out what a worksheet is and how to organize your data into cells, rows, and columns. Even experienced users will pick up a tip or two in this class. Learn how to arrange text for increased readability using tabs and tables. Basic knowledge of Word is required.

Thursday, March 19 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. OR Friday, March 27 10 a.m. – 12 noon Instructor: Diane McKeever

Tuesday, March 17 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. OR Monday, May 4 10 a.m. – 12 noon Instructors: Blanche Parker & Terry Ritchie

Monday, March 23 10 a.m. – 12 noon OR Tuesday, March 24 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Instructor: Diane McKeever

formulas and functions in Excel. You’ll also learn how to use absolute and relative references.

Excel 3: Databases

Build a database for home or business with Excel. Basic knowledge of Excel is required.

Discover how to manage all that email! We’ll cover attachments and replies/forwards, as well as using Contacts, the Calendar, and more! Students will use a Gmail account for the class.

Our expert knitter will help knitters of all levels find instructions, patterns, and advice online.

The Library’s veteran travelers will show you the best sites, compare travel books, and discuss planning and shopping for a trip online.

Do you like to cook? Does your stove terrify you? Either way, join us to explore cooking and recipe sites and the Library’s cookbook collection.

Job Hunting on the Web

Job hunting online has changed a lot since the early days of Monster.com. Our librarians will show you how to job hunt, find great career advice, and network online.

Friday, April 17 10 a.m. – 12 noon OR Tuesday, May 12 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Instructors: Blanche Parker & Janet Davis

News 24/7

Thursday, May 14 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Instructors: Gretchen Naylor & Terry Ritchie

Online Crafting

Thursday, May 21 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Instructor: Kate Sheehan

Consumer Health Update Tuesday, May 26 10 a.m. – 12 noon Instructor: Judy Sgammato

Friday, April 3 10 a.m. – 12 noon OR Tuesday, April 21 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Instructor: Diane McKeever Instructor: Jim Kahnweiler

Wednesday, April 29 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 6 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Bon Appétit!

Thursday, April 2 10 a.m. – 12 noon Instructors: Kate Sheehan & Sally Ijams

Excel 2: Advanced Functions This class will teach you how to identify and develop

Thursday, March 26 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Instructor: Diane McKeever

Monday, March 9 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. OR Thursday, March 12 10 a.m. – 12 noon Instructor: Sally Ijams

Learn how to incorporate animation, transitions, sound, and video to enhance your slide presentations.

Saturday, May 16 10 a.m. – 12 noon

Tuesday, May 19 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Tuesday, May 26 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. News junkies rejoice! Our resident newshounds will show you how to stay on top of the 24-hour news cycle.

If you’re looking to buy or sell homemade jewelry, knit goods, or any other items, you can do it on Etsy. We’ll post an item for sale and discuss tips for selling your crafts online. Take a tour of the best health-related websites and learn how to distinguish helpful from harmful health information online.

Thursdays, April 16, 23, 30; May 7 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Instructor: George Zariff

Wednesdays, May 13, 20; June 3, 10 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Instructor: George Zariff

Diane McKeever President, Professional Support Services New Canaan, CT Gretchen Naylor Knowledge & Learning Services Librarian Darien Library Blanche Parker Assistant Head Knowledge & Learning Services Darien Library Terry Ritchie Knowledge & Learning Services Librarian Darien Library Judy Sgammato Technology Manager Darien Library Kate Sheehan Head Knowledge & Learning Services Darien Library George Zariff Art & Design Manager Connecticut Post Bridgeport, CT

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Darien, CT

The Technology Series is Funded Solely by Contributions Made to the Annual Campaign

Jim Kahnweiler JimK Photographics Norwalk, CT

Due to the popularity of these classes, registration is based on a lottery system. Registration for the lottery will begin on Friday, February 20, at 9 a.m., and will conclude at 9 p.m. on Monday, March 2. Participants will be contacted by Monday, March 9, regarding their registration status. To submit your name to the lottery, fill in a registration form online on our website: http://www.darienlibrary.org/techedregistration/ A separate registration form with your name, address, phone number, and email address (if you have one) should be submitted for each class you wish to attend. Your registration status will be confirmed by email or by phone. Please indicate on the registration form how you wish to be contacted. Classes are held in the Darien Technology Foundation Center at the Darien Library and are designed for users of IBM-compatible computers. Class size is limited to 12 unless otherwise noted. All classes are “hands-on” with a prerequisite of basic computer experience and mouse control for all participants. For beginning computer users who are Darien residents, or who work full-time in Darien, or who are Friends of the Darien Library at the Contributor Level ($300), appointments for one-on-one computer training can be made by calling Judy Sgammato at 655-1234.

darienlibrary.org

Sally Ijams Knowledge & Learning Services Librarian Darien Library

1441 Post Road Darien, CT 06820

Janet Davis Knowledge & Learning Services Librarian Darien Library

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Pam Barnet Director of Training & Application Development Barnet Associates LLC Wilton, CT

Registration for classes is open to all Darien residents, and to those who work full-time in Darien or who are Friends of the Darien Library at the Contributor Level ($300).

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Technology Education Series Adult Programs Spring 2009