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The Library offers free computer classes for those who need a skills brush-up or who have had minimal experience with technology. If you are looking for assistance with an e-reader or Overdrive, visit our Downloads page.
Computer Class Schedule
The library is partnering with Parks and Recreation to offer our in-person classes virtually. To register for these classes, please call the South Side Neighborhood Center (SSNC) at 608-789-8298. Once we have a registration list, library staff will email out the Zoom webinar link.
Get It Together Apps
Thursday, September 17, 3:00-4:00pm
Thursday, October 8, 3:00-4:00pm
Let's talk apps that help us organize our calendars, appointments, and lists. We have a few tips and tricks and we'd love to hear yours too!
Password Keepers
Tuesday, September 22, 12:00-1:00pm
Tuesday, October 20, 12:00-1:00pm
Overwhelmed by keeping track of all your passwords? Learn how you can keep all your passwords in a secure online "notebook" called LastPass. Once it's set up, all you'll need to remember is one password.
Book & Audiobook Apps
Tuesday, November 17, 12:00-1:00pm
Tuesday, December 15, 10:00-11:00am
We’ll cover the library’s vast ebook and audiobook collection and also talk about other popular apps that offer free and cheap downloads.
Health & Fitness Apps
Thursday, December 3, 12:00pm-1:00pm
We’ll share some of our favorite ways to track our health and fitness. We’re hoping you have a few to share, too!
Class Handouts
- Windows 10 (link updated 4/17)
- Windows 7 for beginners
- Internet for beginners (link updated 4/17)
- Word 2010 part 1
- Word 2010 part 2
- Excel 2010 part 1
- Excel 2010 part 2
- Excel 2010 part 2 practice workbook
- PowerPoint 2010
- Gmail
- Design a free website with Weebly
- Facebook: the basics (link updated 4/17)
- Facebook: security and settings (link updated 4/17)
- Windows 7 Control Panel
- Craigslist
- Using your Android phone
- iPhones for beginners
- Manage your digital pictures - Windows 7
- Manage your digital pictures - Windows 10
- Manage your passwords with LastPass
- Basic Computer Security
- Editing photos with Pixlr
- Mail Merge
- Introduction to Canva
Online Resources
New User Tutorial. This is a very basic introduction to using a computer, for those with no experience. Free.
Keybr.com Online keyboard instruction. Free, but simple account set-up required to use.
GCFLearnFree.org. Many online tutorials covering technology, math, reading, workplace skills, and more. Free.
Techboomers.com. Learn how to use different popular websites. Free.
Basic Computer Skills Course. This offers an introduction to many common skills needed to use a computer and the Internet. Free.
Other Resources Outside the Classroom
City of La Crosse Parks, Recreation & Forestry. Check out their quarterly catalog to look for very low-cost computer and technology classes.