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Cloud Storage

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Community Commons at Main Library
Program Type:
Technology Classes
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Curious about the cloud? Join us for this workshop to learn what “the cloud” is and how it can help you organize and store your files, photos, and other information online. 

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Commons
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Technology Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Curious about the cloud? Join us for this workshop to learn what “the cloud” is and how it can help you organize and store your files, photos, and other information online. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Holiday

All Day
Main Library, Westacres Branch, Online, Off Site
Closing
Branches:
Main Library, Westacres Branch, Online, Off Site

Holiday

All Day
Main Library, Westacres Branch, Online, Off Site
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Main Library, Westacres Branch, Online, Off Site

Holiday

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Main Library, Westacres Branch, Online, Off Site
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Computer Basics

Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Community Commons at Main Library
Program Type:
Technology Classes
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

This beginner-friendly class will show you how to use Microsoft Windows 10 with ease. Learn how to navigate the desktop, find and organize your files, and much more. Registration i...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Commons
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Technology Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

This beginner-friendly class will show you how to use Microsoft Windows 10 with ease. Learn how to navigate the desktop, find and organize your files, and much more.

Disclaimer(s)

Timeframe

The library cannot guarantee that this event will end exactly at the estimated end time. Staff and presenters do their best to end on time, but please be kind if they go a little over or under the budgeted time frame. You may leave early if needed. The library also reserves the right to conclude its events early if needed.

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Young Adult Coding Club

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Commons at Main Library
Program Type:
STEAM, Technology Classes
Age Group:
Grades 3-5, Teens, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Event Details:

Join the West Bloomfield Library Coding Club and embark on a journey of digital discovery! We welcome aspiring young coders to explore the exciting world of programming in a suppor...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Commons
Age Group: Grades 3-5, Teens, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Program Type: STEAM, Technology Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Join the West Bloomfield Library Coding Club and embark on a journey of digital discovery! We welcome aspiring young coders to explore the exciting world of programming in a supportive and engaging environment.

photo of person using a remote

Cut the Cable Cord

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Community Commons at Main Library
Program Type:
Technology Classes
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join us for this workshop that will give you an overview of what you need to get started when switching away from cable, and how to put together your own entertainment package. You...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Commons
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Technology Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 22
Event Details:

Join us for this workshop that will give you an overview of what you need to get started when switching away from cable, and how to put together your own entertainment package.

Disclaimer(s)

Timeframe

The library cannot guarantee that this event will end exactly at the estimated end time. Staff and presenters do their best to end on time, but please be kind if they go a little over or under the budgeted time frame. You may leave early if needed. The library also reserves the right to conclude its events early if needed.

Holiday

All Day
Main Library, Westacres Branch, Online, Off Site
Closing
Branches:
Main Library, Westacres Branch, Online, Off Site
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Young Adult Coding Club

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Commons at Main Library
Program Type:
STEAM, Technology Classes
Age Group:
Grades 3-5, Teens, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Event Details:

Join the West Bloomfield Library Coding Club and embark on a journey of digital discovery! We welcome aspiring young coders to explore the exciting world of programming in a suppor...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Commons
Age Group: Grades 3-5, Teens, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Program Type: STEAM, Technology Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Join the West Bloomfield Library Coding Club and embark on a journey of digital discovery! We welcome aspiring young coders to explore the exciting world of programming in a supportive and engaging environment.

photo of person typing on a laptop

ChatGPT & AI Tools

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Commons at Main Library
Program Type:
Technology Classes
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Learn how you can use the artificial intelligence (AI) tool ChatGPT to help with everyday tasks. You’ll get a chance to try ChatGPT yourself. We’ll also discuss best practices when...

Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Commons
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Technology Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Learn how you can use the artificial intelligence (AI) tool ChatGPT to help with everyday tasks. You’ll get a chance to try ChatGPT yourself. We’ll also discuss best practices when using AI tools.

Disclaimer(s)

Timeframe

The library cannot guarantee that this event will end exactly at the estimated end time. Staff and presenters do their best to end on time, but please be kind if they go a little over or under the budgeted time frame. You may leave early if needed. The library also reserves the right to conclude its events early if needed.

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Excel for Beginners

Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Community Commons at Main Library
Program Type:
Technology Classes
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Learn the basics of Excel by creating a simple contact list. We’ll demonstrate how to navigate and interface with Excel’s basic features, including how to generate basic formulas. ...

Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Commons
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Technology Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Learn the basics of Excel by creating a simple contact list.

Disclaimer(s)

Timeframe

The library cannot guarantee that this event will end exactly at the estimated end time. Staff and presenters do their best to end on time, but please be kind if they go a little over or under the budgeted time frame. You may leave early if needed. The library also reserves the right to conclude its events early if needed.

State Primary

All Day
Main Library

The Main Library is closed while voting takes place in the Meeting Room (Precinct  15). The Westacres Branch is open.

Closing
Branches:
Main Library
Description:

The Main Library is closed while voting takes place in the Meeting Room (Precinct  15). The Westacres Branch is open.

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Computer Scams & Safety

Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Community Commons at Main Library
Program Type:
Technology Classes
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Don’t let your computer control you! Find out what you should and should NOT click on. We’ll discuss scams to know about; frustrating and suspicious popups; advertisements; your ha...

Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Commons
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Technology Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Don’t let your computer control you! Find out what you should and should NOT click on. We’ll discuss scams to know about; frustrating and suspicious popups; advertisements; your haywire computer, email ads, and links.

Disclaimer(s)

Timeframe

The library cannot guarantee that this event will end exactly at the estimated end time. Staff and presenters do their best to end on time, but please be kind if they go a little over or under the budgeted time frame. You may leave early if needed. The library also reserves the right to conclude its events early if needed.

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Build a Website

Tuesday, August 20, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Community Commons at Main Library
Program Type:
Technology Classes
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

In this workshop, we'll guide you through the process of creating a website using user-friendly website builders. Make a personal website, portfolio, or a website for a business or...

Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Commons
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Technology Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

In this workshop, we'll guide you through the process of creating a website using user-friendly website builders. Make a personal website, portfolio, or a website for a business or non-profit.

Disclaimer(s)

Timeframe

The library cannot guarantee that this event will end exactly at the estimated end time. Staff and presenters do their best to end on time, but please be kind if they go a little over or under the budgeted time frame. You may leave early if needed. The library also reserves the right to conclude its events early if needed.

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Young Adult Coding Club

Tuesday, August 27, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Commons at Main Library
Program Type:
STEAM, Technology Classes
Age Group:
Grades 3-5, Teens, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Event Details:

Join the West Bloomfield Library Coding Club and embark on a journey of digital discovery! We welcome aspiring young coders to explore the exciting world of programming in a suppor...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Commons
Age Group: Grades 3-5, Teens, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Program Type: STEAM, Technology Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join the West Bloomfield Library Coding Club and embark on a journey of digital discovery! We welcome aspiring young coders to explore the exciting world of programming in a supportive and engaging environment.

Holiday

All Day
Main Library, Westacres Branch, Online, Off Site
Closing
Branches:
Main Library, Westacres Branch, Online, Off Site

Holiday

All Day
Main Library, Westacres Branch, Online, Off Site
Closing
Branches:
Main Library, Westacres Branch, Online, Off Site

Holiday

All Day
Main Library, Westacres Branch, Online, Off Site
Closing
Branches:
Main Library, Westacres Branch, Online, Off Site
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Adult Coding Club

Thursday, September 5, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Community Commons at Main Library
Program Type:
Technology Classes
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join other aspiring coders and learn to code using Fiero Code! Fiero Code is a self-paced, self-guided platform for learning coding languages, including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Pyth...

Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Commons
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Technology Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join other aspiring coders and learn to code using Fiero Code! Fiero Code is a self-paced, self-guided platform for learning coding languages, including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Python, SQL, and block-based coding. No experience is required.

Disclaimer(s)

Timeframe

The library cannot guarantee that this event will end exactly at the estimated end time. Staff and presenters do their best to end on time, but please be kind if they go a little over or under the budgeted time frame. You may leave early if needed. The library also reserves the right to conclude its events early if needed.

coding club logo

Young Adult Coding Club

Tuesday, September 17, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Commons at Main Library
Program Type:
Technology Classes
Age Group:
Grades 3-5, Teens, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Event Details:

Join the West Bloomfield Library Coding Club and embark on a journey of digital discovery! We welcome aspiring young coders to explore the exciting world of programming in a suppor...

Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Commons
Age Group: Grades 3-5, Teens, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Program Type: Technology Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join the West Bloomfield Library Coding Club and embark on a journey of digital discovery! We welcome aspiring young coders to explore the exciting world of programming in a supportive and engaging environment.

coding club logo

Young Adult Coding Club

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Commons at Main Library
Program Type:
Technology Classes
Age Group:
Grades 3-5, Teens, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Event Details:

Join the West Bloomfield Library Coding Club and embark on a journey of digital discovery! We welcome aspiring young coders to explore the exciting world of programming in a suppor...

Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Commons
Age Group: Grades 3-5, Teens, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Program Type: Technology Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join the West Bloomfield Library Coding Club and embark on a journey of digital discovery! We welcome aspiring young coders to explore the exciting world of programming in a supportive and engaging environment.

coding club logo

Adult Coding Club

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Community Commons at Main Library
Program Type:
Technology Classes
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join other aspiring coders and learn to code using Fiero Code! Fiero Code is a self-paced, self-guided platform for learning coding languages, including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Pyth...

Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Commons
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Technology Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join other aspiring coders and learn to code using Fiero Code! Fiero Code is a self-paced, self-guided platform for learning coding languages, including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Python, SQL, and block-based coding. No experience is required.

Disclaimer(s)

Timeframe

The library cannot guarantee that this event will end exactly at the estimated end time. Staff and presenters do their best to end on time, but please be kind if they go a little over or under the budgeted time frame. You may leave early if needed. The library also reserves the right to conclude its events early if needed.

Election Day

All Day
Main Library

The Main Library is closed while voting takes place in the Meeting Room (Precinct  15). The Westacres Branch is open.

Closing
Branches:
Main Library
Description:

The Main Library is closed while voting takes place in the Meeting Room (Precinct  15). The Westacres Branch is open.

coding club logo

Adult Coding Club

Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Community Commons at Main Library
Program Type:
Technology Classes
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Commons
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Technology Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 12

Disclaimer(s)

Timeframe

The library cannot guarantee that this event will end exactly at the estimated end time. Staff and presenters do their best to end on time, but please be kind if they go a little over or under the budgeted time frame. You may leave early if needed. The library also reserves the right to conclude its events early if needed.