The La Crosse Public Library will be hosting a series of meetings from March 18-20 to gather input as we begin planning for the future of new community spaces at the South Community Library and the Main Street Library. Please visit lacrosselibrary.org/future for more information on how to get involved and to see the full schedule of public meetings. A community survey will be available online starting on Wednesday afternoon.
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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 offers an ongoing series of introductory technology-based classes. These classes are designed to introduce the community to current technology, as well as introduce job seekers to basic, entry-level computer skills. Unless noted, all classes meet in the basement training room at Main. On occasion, our classes will be taught by Western Tech students, with supervision from Library staff.
Due to popular demand, classes require advanced registration. Call 608-789-7122 or stop by the Reference Desk (2nd floor at Main) to register or pick up a schedule.
Upcoming Tech Classes
Tuesday, 2/26, 10am-12pm: Facebook Basics
Learn how to find and chat with friends and share pictures. Don’t have an account yet? Come 15 minutes early and we’ll help you get started. An email address is required to join Facebook.
Thursday, 2/28, 10am-12pm: Facebook Security and Settings
Learn how to manage your Facebook account and privacy settings.
Tuesday, 3/5, 10am-12pm: Android Phones for Beginners, Part 1
Bring your charged Android phone and learn the basics about how to use it. We’ll talk about how to add and remove apps, adjust general settings, and more.
Thursday, 3/7, 10am-12pm: Android Phones for Beginners, Part 2
Pick up tips and tricks to manage your notifications, adjust privacy settings, and use your camera. We’ll also address any questions you might have.
Tuesday, March 12, 10am-12pm: Genealogy on the Internet-Where Did They Come From? Immigration & Naturalization Records
When did your ancestors come to the United States? Join us for this free class to explore online (and offline) sources that can help answer this question. Bring your familysearch.org log-in information to use that online resource.
Thursday, March 14, 5:30-7:30pm: Genealogy on the Internet-Where Did They Come From? Immigration & Naturalization Records
When did your ancestors come to the United States? Join us for this free class to explore online (and offline) sources that can help answer this question. Bring your familysearch.org log-in information to use that online resource.
Tuesday, March 19, 10am-12pm: Genealogy on the Internet-Discover Genealogy Resources Focused on La Crosse
Learn tips and tricks for getting the most from the La Crosse Area Genealogy Database, created by our very own Archives team with help from many volunteers. The database includes La Crosse County cemetery burials and an index to obituaries in La Crosse newspapers. The focus of this session will be on local resources with some limited information on resources beyond La Crosse.
Thursday, March 21, 5:30-7:30pm: Genealogy on the Internet-Discover Genealogy Resources Focused on La Crosse
Learn tips and tricks for getting the most from the La Crosse Area Genealogy Database, created by our very own Archives team with help from many volunteers. The database includes La Crosse County cemetery burials and an index to obituaries in La Crosse newspapers. The focus of this session will be on local resources with some limited information on resources beyond La Crosse.
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
- 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.