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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. 

Liindsay Teaches

Computer Class Schedule

The library is partnering with Parks and Recreation to offer our technology classes both virtually and in-person.  Join us online, at the Black River Neighborhood Center (BRNC), or the new Senior Center at St. Andrews Street to expand your technology skills. To register for these classes, please call Parks and Recreation at 608-789-8298. 

May

  • 05/04 iPhone 101 (11:00 AM @St. Andrews)
    Get tips and tricks on privacy settings, organizing and sharing photos, and/or internet browsing. Bring your questions!
     
  • 05/11 Android 101 (11:00 AM @St. Andrews)
    Get tips and tricks on privacy settings, organizing and sharing photos, and/or internet browsing. Bring your questions!
     
  • 05/17 Email tips and tricks(11:00 AM @St. Andrews)
    We’ll review how to attach photos and files, search for that email you just can’t find, and run spell check. Pick up tips on avoiding phishing attempts (hackers trying to get your login/password), hear the latest password security tips, and find out how to check if your email or password’s been leaked in a data breach.
     

June

  • 06/14 iPhone 101 (11:00 AM @St. Andrews)
    Get tips and tricks on privacy settings, organizing and sharing photos, and/or internet browsing. Bring your questions!
     
  • 06/21 Android 101(11:00 AM @St. Andrews)
    Get tips and tricks on privacy settings, organizing and sharing photos, and/or internet browsing. Bring your questions!
     
  • 06/28 Facebook Tips and Tricks (11:00 AM @St. Andrews)
    Depending on class interest, we could cover unfriending vs unfollowing vs snoozing Facebook friends; where to find memorialization settings; and/or the easy way to go through your privacy settings. Bring your questions!
     

July

  • 07/13 iPhone 101 (11:00 AM @St. Andrews)
    Get tips and tricks on privacy settings, organizing and sharing photos, and/or internet browsing. Bring your questions!
     
  • 07/20 Android 101(11:00 AM @St. Andrews)
    Get tips and tricks on privacy settings, organizing and sharing photos, and/or internet browsing. Bring your questions!
     
  • 07/27 Email tips and tricks(11:00 AM @St. Andrews)
    We’ll review how to attach photos and files, search for that email you just can’t find, and run spell check. Pick up tips on avoiding phishing attempts (hackers trying to get your login/password), hear the latest password security tips, and find out how to check if your email or password’s been leaked in a data breach.
     

August

  • 08/10 iPhone 101 (11:00 AM @St. Andrews)
    Get tips and tricks on privacy settings, organizing and sharing photos, and/or internet browsing. Bring your questions!
     
  • 08/17 Android 101(11:00 AM @St. Andrews)
    Get tips and tricks on privacy settings, organizing and sharing photos, and/or internet browsing. Bring your questions!
     
  • 08/24 Book & Audiobook Apps (11:00 AM @St. Andrews)
    We’ll cover the library’s vast ebook and audiobook collection and also talk about other popular apps that offer free and cheap downloads.

Class Handouts

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.

Western Technical College.