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Gadgets for Grownups return

Pat — Mon, 27 Dec 2010 17:34:57 -0500

Gadgets for Grownups returns with four new classes each Saturday in January @ 10:30 AM in the READ Room.

January 8 - Skype

January 15 - eBooks

January 22 - Wii

January 29 - Facebook/Twitter

Please register by calling the referenceQuestions that you ask of library staff that require knowledge of the content of the collection or other resources such as those on the web. Sometimes you are referred to the answer, hence Reference. Reference can also refer to our reference materials that are often encyclopedic books that have many volumes and a concentrated number of facts and/or statistics. These materials usually have an overnight loan period so they are available in the library most of the time. desk at 235-7816 or emailing refdesk@schlowlibrary.org

March Gadgets for Grownups

Pat — Wed, 23 Feb 2011 09:37:37 -0500

New classes for March! All classes meet on Saturdays at 10:30 AM, except the EbookeBook, or electronic book, is a book that you "read" on your computer screen. Schlow highlights one book a month from our collection of eBooks available at NetLibrary which can be found by logging into your account. There are many different books available for your perusal. class which will meet on Friday, March 18 at 1 PM in the READ Room.

Your Next Good Book - how to find it online -March 5

Facebook/Twitter - learn more about it - March 12

Computer Basics - getting started or getting better - March 19

Email and Word - using your computer - March 26

Ebooks at Schlow - Friday, March 18 at 1 PM

Questions are always welcome. Registration is requested but not required. Email refdesk@schlowlibrary.org or call the referenceQuestions that you ask of library staff that require knowledge of the content of the collection or other resources such as those on the web. Sometimes you are referred to the answer, hence Reference. Reference can also refer to our reference materials that are often encyclopedic books that have many volumes and a concentrated number of facts and/or statistics. These materials usually have an overnight loan period so they are available in the library most of the time. desk at 235-7816.

April Gadgets for Grownups

kyezdimer — Fri, 01 Apr 2011 13:41:32 -0400

Pick up new computer skills and tricks in our continuing series of technology classes. Saturdays in April @ 10:30 AM in the READ Room.

April 9 - eBooks

April 16 - Ancestry

April 23 - iPads

April 30 - Google Apps

Bring your curiosity and your questions. Registration is appreciated but drop ins are also welcome. To register, call 235-7816 or email refdesk@schlowlibrary.org.

May Gadgets for Grownups

kyezdimer — Tue, 03 May 2011 16:13:47 -0400

Pick up new computer skills and tricks in our continuing series of technology classes. Saturdays in April @ 10:30 AM in the READ Room.

May 7- eBooks

May 14 - Mac Basics

May 21 - Freegal: Free Music Download Service

Bring your curiosity and your questions. Registration is appreciated but drop ins are also welcome. To register, call 235-7816 or email refdesk@schlowlibrary.org.

Gadgets for Grownups is back!

Pat — Thu, 18 Aug 2011 16:59:41 -0400

Do you have questions about iPads, ebooks, apps and social networks? Register for our September series of Gadgets for Grownups on Wednesdays from 10-11 AM in the Musser Room.

September 7 - Books and iPads

September 14 - Gadgets for Gramps and Grannies

September 21 - Macs - the new operating system, OS X Lion

September 28 - Get LinkedIN! What's that all about?

To register, call 235-7816 or email refdesk@schlowlibrary.org

January Gadgets for Grownups

kyezdimer — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 20:41:41 -0500

We're here to help you keep up with the latest technology!

Need help with the ereader you got for Christmas, or thinking about getting one?

Shonda will teach you ereader basics and how to download Schlow's ebooks during the Simply eBooks class on Jan 14.

Amy will demonstrate and provide assistance with Kindle Fires and Nook Colors on Jan 21.

Want to learn how to "tweet" and join the conversation on Twitter, or just want an explanation of what Twitter is?

Karen will teach a Twitter class on Jan 28.

All classes will be held at 10:30 a.m. in the Musser Room. Bring your curiosity and your questions.

To register, please call 235-7816 or email refdesk@schlowlibrary.org. Walk-ins welcome.

April Gadgets for Grownups

kyezdimer — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 12:23:13 -0400

Learn some new technological skills and tricks with our April Gadgets for Grownups classes!

April 14: iPad
Learn more about how to use this extremely cool gadget!

April 21: Pinterest
An online pinboard where you can find or display great ideas and beautiful things.

April 28: eBookeBook, or electronic book, is a book that you "read" on your computer screen. Schlow highlights one book a month from our collection of eBooks available at NetLibrary which can be found by logging into your account. There are many different books available for your perusal. FAQs
We'll show you what you want to know about using ereaders with our ebooks.

Bring your curiousity and questions.

Classes will be held Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. in the Musser Room.

To register email refdesk@schlowlibrary.org or call 814-235-7816

Fall Food Wellness Series starts Sept. 30

Pat — Mon, 17 Sep 2012 14:42:41 -0400

BeWell Associates and Schlow Library are partnering again to offer information sessions on food and wellness issues. All sessions will be on Sundays from 2:00 - 3:30 PM in the Musser Room at Schlow.

The first session on September 30 will look at food labels, how to read them and what they mean. The sessions in October will include:

Gluten-free for a Healthier Me ~ Sunday, October 7th, 2:00-3:30
Learn the ins and outs of a gluten-free diet, including tasty alternatives to gluten favorites. Lots of great recipes to help you replace the gluten grains with interesting alternatives will also be discussed.

Nutrition from Newborn to Toddler ~ Sunday, October 14th 2:00-3:30
Learn how to meet your baby's nutritional needs during the first year. Topics include breastfeeding, starting solids, and developing healthy eating habits into toddlerhood.
Marjorie Mearkle IBCLC, CLC and Megan Mignot RD, LDN, IBCLC, CLC

Preserving Foods for Health ~ Sunday, October 21st, 2:00-3:30
Learn to preserve fruits and vegetables for your health and your bank account... and help save the world to boot. This lively presentation explores the reasons people preserve produce, examines several of the most popular methods of preserving, and reveals advantages and disadvantages of each.

Meal Planning and Recipe Exchange ~ Sunday, October 28th, 2:00-3:30
Learn about protein, carbs, and fat and how to incorporate them into one easy meal. This will be an interactive class, so please bring your recipes to share!!

All sessions are free and open to the public.

May Gadgets for Grownups

kyezdimer — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 13:33:37 -0400

Gadget classes are back! Join Schlow's technology classes to learn how to use devices and services in order to keep up with the times!

5/18: Facebook

Have a Facebook account but not sure how to get the most out of it? Come to this class! We'll also address your privacy concerns.

Saturdays, 10:30 a.m. in the Musser Room. Bring your curiosity, your questions and your devices.

To register please call the ReferenceQuestions that you ask of library staff that require knowledge of the content of the collection or other resources such as those on the web. Sometimes you are referred to the answer, hence Reference. Reference can also refer to our reference materials that are often encyclopedic books that have many volumes and a concentrated number of facts and/or statistics. These materials usually have an overnight loan period so they are available in the library most of the time. Desk at 235-7816 or email us at refdesk@schlowlibrary.org

Gadgets for Grownups: iPad Basics

kyezdimer — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 14:07:58 -0400

iPad Basics

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

From turning it on to downloading the Overdrive ebook app, we'll show you how to use your new device.

Two classes will be offered: Saturdays June 15 and June 29

10:30 a.m. in the Musser Room. Bring your curiosity, your questions and your devices.

To register please call the Reference Desk at 235-7816 or email us at refdesk@schlowlibrary.org