Technology Classes

Welcome to La Crosse Public Library's Technology Instruction!

Register by calling 608-789-7144 or by emailing emootz@lacrosselibrary.org. 

*All classes take place from 11 am to 12pm*

Basic Internet Security, part 2 - Wednesday, August 16th, 2023 

Concerned about staying safe on social media? Join us to learn about privacy settings and staying safe while navigating social media websites.  

Your Digital Footprint - Wednesday, September 20th, 2023 

Learn more about your digital footprint in this class. We will talk about browsing history, cookies, online identities and how to keep yourself safe online. No device necessary. 

OverDrive/Libby + Hoopla - Wednesday, October 18th, 2023 

Looking for some help setting up OverDrive/Libby and Hoopla so you can effortlessly read or listen to books on your device? Join this class with your device to become an expert in OverDrive/Libby and Hoopla! 

Using Google Drive- Wednesday, November 15th, 2023 

Did you know that your Gmail account offers a variety of additional Google applications? Join this class to learn more about Google Drive and storage for Google.  

Everything Facebook- Wednesday, December 20th, 2023 

Interested in learning more about Facebook? Join this class to learn Facebook basics, managing friends, and privacy settings. 

**Library Card Required -- Need a card? Come into any of our branches to get one today or register for a digital card.

Do you have questions about your tablet, computer, or phone? The La Crosse Public Library staff will be available at the Community Connections Center (1407 St. Andrew St.) to help you navigate your devices! Register by calling the City of La Crosse Park and Rec's office, 608-789-7533. Please make sure your device is charged and that you have your passwords handy.  

All Tech Help Drop-Ins are from 11am to 12pm.

Tech Help Schedule

August

• 9 – Community Connections Center
• 23 – Community Connections Center

September

• 13 – Community Connections Center
• 27 – Community Connections Center 

October

• 11 – Community Connections Center 
• 25 – Community Connections Center 

November

• 8 – Community Connections Center  
• 22 – Community Connections Center

December

• 13 – Community Connections Center  

** The Community Connections Center is located at 1407 St. Andrew Street. Programs held at the Community Connections Center are a collaboration with the Parks & Recreation Department**

Help Appointments

If you are more comfortable with an individual session or your questions require an extended period of time, one on one appointments are available through our Adult Services Department. Contact us at 608-789-7122, by emailing libraryhelpdesk@lacrosselibrary.org or by stopping by the service desk on the 2nd floor of the Main Library to request an appointment.

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. 

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.