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[George Ashe] Introduction to Office Applications - MS Word

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Quiet Study Room at George Ashe Library
Program Type:
Computers and Technology, Crafts and DIY, March Break
Age Group:
Teen, Adult, Seniors
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This workshop will teach you the fundamentals on using Microsoft Word. You will learn basic skills such as creating/opening a document, formatting your document and more.

Open
Registration
Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Room: Quiet Study Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Computers and Technology, Crafts and DIY, March Break
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

This workshop will teach you the fundamentals on using Microsoft Word. You will learn basic skills such as creating/opening a document, formatting your document and more.

Good Friday

All Day
Central Library, George Ashe Library, Claremont Branch
Closing
Branches:
Central Library, George Ashe Library, Claremont Branch

Easter Sunday

All Day
Central Library, George Ashe Library, Claremont Branch
Closing
Branches:
Central Library, George Ashe Library, Claremont Branch

Easter Monday

All Day
Central Library, George Ashe Library, Claremont Branch
Closing
Branches:
Central Library, George Ashe Library, Claremont Branch
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Vinyl Cutter & Heat Press

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library
Program Type:
Computers and Technology, Crafts and DIY, Maker Space
Age Group:
Teen, Adult, Seniors
:

Want to learn how to use the Vinyl Cutter? Join us for this workshop where you will learn the basics of vector graphics and how to create a simple design using Inkscape, a free vector software.

Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Computers and Technology, Crafts and DIY, Maker Space
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Want to learn how to use the Vinyl Cutter? Join us for this workshop where you will learn the basics of vector graphics and how to create a simple design using Inkscape, a free vector software.

This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Sewing with Sally Bauble: Playing Card Holders

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library
Program Type:
Computers and Technology, Crafts and DIY, Maker Space
Age Group:
Teen, Adult, Seniors
:

Hey card sharks, Sally Bauble will lead us in sewing our own playing card holders in the Maker Space. No prior sewing experience required. All supplies are provided. 

Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Computers and Technology, Crafts and DIY, Maker Space
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Hey card sharks, Sally Bauble will lead us in sewing our own playing card holders in the Maker Space. No prior sewing experience required. All supplies are provided. 

This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Introduction to VPNs, Private Networking & Virtual Desktops

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Maker Space - Common Area at Central Library
Program Type:
Computers and Technology, Maker Space
Age Group:
Teen, Adult, Seniors
:

Need to access files on your home computer remotely in a safe and secure way? Want to access your home TV services while travelling? VPNs (Virtual Private Networks) and virtual desktops provide effective ways to do all of that and more.

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Common Area
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Computers and Technology, Maker Space
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Need to access files on your home computer remotely in a safe and secure way? Want to access your home TV services while travelling? VPNs (Virtual Private Networks) and virtual desktops provide effective ways to do all of that and more.

This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Introduction to Servers & Home Labbing

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library
Program Type:
Computers and Technology, Maker Space
Age Group:
Teen, Adult, Seniors
:

Home Labbing has seen a surge of interest over the last several years with projects such as Proxmox and TrueNAS.

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Computers and Technology, Maker Space
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Home Labbing has seen a surge of interest over the last several years with projects such as Proxmox and TrueNAS.

This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Introduction to Computer & Online Security

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library
Program Type:
Computers and Technology, Maker Space
Age Group:
Teen, Adult, Seniors
:

This workshop will teach you the fundamentals of protecting your computer from viruses, malware, trojans, rootkits, etc and protecting yourself online from socially engineered hacking scams such as phishing. 

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Computers and Technology, Maker Space
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

This workshop will teach you the fundamentals of protecting your computer from viruses, malware, trojans, rootkits, etc and protecting yourself online from socially engineered hacking scams such as phishing. 

Victoria Day

All Day
Central Library, George Ashe Library, Claremont Branch
Closing
Branches:
Central Library, George Ashe Library, Claremont Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Tech Jeopardy

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library
Program Type:
Computers and Technology, Maker Space
Age Group:
Children, Teen, Adult
:

Calling all contestants! It's time to test your knowledge with our Tech Jeopardy night. Compete as a team or solo to earn the ultimate title of Tech Jeopardy Champion.

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group: Children, Teen, Adult
Program Type: Computers and Technology, Maker Space
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Calling all contestants! It's time to test your knowledge with our Tech Jeopardy night. Compete as a team or solo to earn the ultimate title of Tech Jeopardy Champion.

This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Learn How to Make your own Buttons and Magnets

Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library
Program Type:
Computers and Technology
Age Group:
Teen, Adult, Seniors
:

Ever wanted to learn how to design your own button or magnet? Join us for this workshop and learn how to design and create your own custom buttons/magnets using the Button Makers.

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Computers and Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Ever wanted to learn how to design your own button or magnet? Join us for this workshop and learn how to design and create your own custom buttons/magnets using the Button Makers.

This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Learn How to Make your own Buttons and Magnets

Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Maker Space - Common Area at Central Library
Program Type:
Computers and Technology, Maker Space
Age Group:
Teen, Adult, Seniors
:

Ever wanted to learn how to design your own button or magnet? Join us for this workshop and learn how to design and create your own custom buttons/magnets using the Button Makers.

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Common Area
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Computers and Technology, Maker Space
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Ever wanted to learn how to design your own button or magnet? Join us for this workshop and learn how to design and create your own custom buttons/magnets using the Button Makers.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Intro to 3D Printing

Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Maker Space - Common Area at Central Library
Program Type:
Computers and Technology, Maker Space
Age Group:
All Ages, Children, Teen, Adult, Seniors
:

This introductory workshop will teach you the ins and outs of the library's new Bambu 3D printers. Learn how to change the filament, load your file and how to make simple changes.

Registration
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Common Area
Age Group: All Ages, Children, Teen, Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Computers and Technology, Maker Space
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

This introductory workshop will teach you the ins and outs of the library's new Bambu 3D printers. Learn how to change the filament, load your file and how to make simple changes.

This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Introduction to Cosplay Crafting 101

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library
Program Type:
Computers and Technology, Crafts and DIY, Maker Space
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
:

Ever wanted to become your favourite comic book character?

Registration
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Computers and Technology, Crafts and DIY, Maker Space
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Ever wanted to become your favourite comic book character?

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Pokemon Showdown

Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library
Program Type:
Computers and Technology
Age Group:
Children, Teen, Adult
:

Pokemon Showdown is a free online game centered around playing Pokemon competitively. Players of all skill levels can join us in the Maker Space to learn how to play, strategize, and battle to become the very best, like no one ever was.

Registration
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group: Children, Teen, Adult
Program Type: Computers and Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Pokemon Showdown is a free online game centered around playing Pokemon competitively. Players of all skill levels can join us in the Maker Space to learn how to play, strategize, and battle to become the very best, like no one ever was.

This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Photo Series: Smartphone Photography

Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library
Program Type:
Computers and Technology
Age Group:
Teen, Adult, Seniors
:

This workshop will teach you the fundamentals of street photography, including what it is and the type of gear and lenses to use, important concepts such as shooting from a distance, composition techniques, and more.

Registration
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Computers and Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

This workshop will teach you the fundamentals of street photography, including what it is and the type of gear and lenses to use, important concepts such as shooting from a distance, composition techniques, and more.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Introduction to Android Phones and Tablets

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library
Program Type:
Computers and Technology, Maker Space
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors
:

Familiarize yourself with your Android phone and/or tablet by learning the basics!

Registration
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Computers and Technology, Maker Space
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Familiarize yourself with your Android phone and/or tablet by learning the basics!

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Introduction to iPhones and iPads

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Maker Space - Common Area at Central Library
Program Type:
Computers and Technology, Maker Space
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors
:

Familiarize yourself with your Apple iPhone and/or iPad by learning the basics!

Registration
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Common Area
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Computers and Technology, Maker Space
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Familiarize yourself with your Apple iPhone and/or iPad by learning the basics!

Canada Day

All Day
Central Library, George Ashe Library, Claremont Branch
Closing
Branches:
Central Library, George Ashe Library, Claremont Branch

Civic Holiday

All Day
Central Library, George Ashe Library, Claremont Branch
Closing
Branches:
Central Library, George Ashe Library, Claremont Branch

Labour Day

All Day
Central Library, George Ashe Library, Claremont Branch
Closing
Branches:
Central Library, George Ashe Library, Claremont Branch

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

All Day
George Ashe Library, Claremont Branch
Closing
Branches:
George Ashe Library, Claremont Branch

Thanksgiving

All Day
Central Library, George Ashe Library, Claremont Branch
Closing
Branches:
Central Library, George Ashe Library, Claremont Branch