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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.
The library is partnering with Parks and Recreation to move our in-person classes online. 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.
Thursday, May 7th, 3-4pm: Cooking apps
The library’s resident cookbook aficionado will talk about apps she uses and how she uses them. Feel free to share some of your favorites, too!
Tuesday, May 12th, 12-1pm: Book and audiobook apps
We’ll cover the library’s vast ebook and audiobook collection and also talk about other popular apps that offer free and cheap downloads.
Thursday, May 14th, 12-1pm: Health and fitness apps
We’ll share some of our favorite ways to track our health and fitness. We’re hoping you have a few to share, too!
Tuesday, June 2nd, 10am-11am: Books and audio apps
We’ll cover the library’s vast ebook and audiobook collection and also talk about other popular apps that offer free and cheap downloads.
Thursday, June 4th, 3-4pm: Health and fitness apps
We’ll share some of our favorite ways to track our health and fitness. We’re hoping you have a few to share, too!
Thursday, June 11th, 12-1pm: Cooking apps
The library’s resident cookbook aficionado will talk about apps she uses and how she uses them. Feel free to share some of your favorites, 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
- 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.