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The St. Joseph County Public Library offers a variety of public computer classes. Classes are created for the needs of the beginner and are FREE. Since class size is limited, we ask that you preregister for all classes.

Contents 1 Schedule of Computer Classes @ SJCPL 2 Sign up Information 3 Class Handouts 4 Using Computers @ the Library 5 Computer Books on our Shelves 6 Other Local Computer Classes

Schedule of Computer Classes @ SJCPL

Go to Computer Class Schedule for the entire list of classes throughout the library system.

Sign up Information

Since class size is limited we ask that you preregister for all classes. Sign up online, in person, or by phone at class location. To pre-register online, click on the first class of the series from our Computer Class Schedule. Classes are taught at Main and Centre Township Branch Libraries.

If you are unable to attend the class, please call the class location and cancel so that we might offer the space to someone else.

Please note that registration will start on the first day of the month before each class. For example, if the class starts on November 15th, registration will begin on October 1st.

Class Handouts

Below is a list of the handouts given to you when attending the following classes. They are posted here so you can take a look at what will be covered before you attend class, or to print out in case you misplace your handout.

• Basic Web Skills
• Web Skills I- Introduction to the Web
• Web Skills II- Web Searching
• Yahoo Email Sign Up Instructions
• Setting up your Yahoo E-mail Account
• Making the Most of your Yahoo E-mail Account

Using Computers @ the Library

If you do not own a computer and would like to use the Internet outside of class, there are public computers with FREE Internet access at all library locations. Computer access is available up to two hours per day. Go to Public Use Computers for more information.

You will also need to sign onto the computer with your library card number and a user created password. You can sign up for a password at the Reference & Information Desk.

Computer Books on our Shelves

Easy Computing for Seniors	Communicate and Connect to the Internet	I'm on the Internet Now What?	Extreme Searcher's Internet Handbook

Other Local Computer Classes

In case you cannot find a class at the library that fits your needs, here is a list of other local places that offer computer classes. Please note that most of the places listed below do charge some type of fee.

• Forever Learning Institute offers computer classes for adults 50 years or older. Call (574) 282-1901 for further information, or stop by the Main Library to pick up a Course & Registration Guide.
• Indiana University of South Bend Continuing Education
• Ivy Tech- Continuing Education
• Leighton Center offers SeniorNet computer classes. For furthur information call (514) 245-5529.
• Penn-Harris-Madison Community Education
• South Bend Parks & Recreation

Last updated 9:02, 24 September 2007 (EST). Feel free to leave comments on the discussion page.