ABC’s of WordArt
Add some excitement to your text using WordArt. Students will prepare a sampler to showcases shadows, textures, color schemes, 3-D effects and even pictures. 

Advanced Word
Learn how to quickly change the appearance of text in documents using styles.  Learn to make templates to include your favorite document settings.  Learn to use a table to organize and present information.

Ask The Experts
Bring your computer questions to a panel of volunteers who have background knowledge and just might have the answer to a nagging question about your computer or software program.

Back Up Your Computer
Learn how to ensure the safety of your computer data by keeping multiple copies of important files, photos and financial information. Learn the advantages/disadvantages of storing your data on flash drives, external hard drives,
and on-line services.

Be My Valentine aka Holiday Cards aka Original Greeting Cards aka Computer Birthday Cards
Discover the fun and excitement of making your own personal cards. During this workshop, you will prepare Valentine/Holiday/Birthday cards using different software programs. 

Burn, Baby, Burn
Discover how easy it is to copy and add files to a CD using the Windows Vista operating system. This is a convenient way to store important digital files such as photographs, financial records, and research projects. Learn to rip music, transfer files, and make your own customized music CD with multiple artists.

Business Cards and Name Tags
Use a free software program from Avery Labels to design your own business cards or customized name tags for your next party.

Come and Get your GOOGLE here
The essentials of a Google search.

Computer Security & Passwords
Learn how to protect your personal information on line and understand how imortant password creation is for your computer protection. Also understand how to secure your wireless connection..

Digital Da Vinci
Learn some of the ways you can use the program “Photoshop Elements” to quickly fix some of those photo imperfections (i.e.:  red-eye).

Digital Download and Archive
Learn how to transfer and save your photos to your computer.

Digital Download and Portable Storage Devices
Take your photos from your camera chip and safely load them onto your computer. Then organize them into folders and save them to CD's or flash drives. No camera cords required.

E-Bay aka World's Largest Swap Meet
In today’s economy, everyone has something to sell to pick up a few extra dollars.  Maybe you are seeking a certain item that you can’t live without. In the first session, you will learn the steps to go on-line, place an item for sale and follow it through to shipping it to the buyer.  In the second session, you will learn how to visit the E-Bay web site, search effectively for that wanted item, place a bid and be successful in making the purchase.
2 sessions 3 hours each

Email Attachments
Do you have trouble attaching something to your email messages? Opening attachments?

E-mail Workshop and Attachments
In this advanced class, you will learn all about E-mail. The instructor will show you how to set up your e-mail account, add addresses to your contact list, send and receive e-mail, forward e-mails, and how to deal with attachments.
2 Sessions 3 Hours Each

Ergonomics of Correct Computer Usage
Does your back start to ache when you use your computer? Maybe all you need to do is reset the height of your chair. During this workshop we will explore computer placement and fun stretching exercises

Everything E-mail
Learn how to set up an e-mail account, organize addresses, attach documents & keep 'spam' out of your inbox in this two hour workshop..

Excel
Learn to use a spreadsheet, formulae, database and table layout.

Excel Charts and Graphs
This special workshop is for those students who have some knowledge working with Excel. You will be provided with the knowledge to move data from your work sheet and transfer it into a visual graph or chart.

File Management
Do you have difficulty finding a file or photo on your computer? You know you saved it somewhere, but now cannot locate it. In this course, learn how and where to save your data, how to copy it, move it, and delete it. Some computer experience is required.
4 Sessions 2 Hours Each

Fonts
Learn the history of fonts. Learn to install and un-install fonts to your computer. Learn all about formatting fonts.

Fundamentals Review
Overview of computer hardware, computer add-ons and software.  Ergonomics of computer usage.

Genealogy Introduction
Family history is more than just the names, dates, and places of our ancestors’ births, marriages, and deaths. The practice of gathering, organizing and reporting information about one’s ancestors and relatives has been greatly changed by the continuing development of powerful computers and software and by the increasing information available on the Internet.  Experience with computers and with the internet is required.
2 Sessions 2 Hours each

 Getting Ancestry Information from the US Census aka Getting the Most Out of the Census Using Ancestry.com
Using Ancestry.com, learn to use search indexes and search methods to find details of your families, background, languages, and migration across the US.
1 Session 2 Hours

Google Your Family History
Use Google to find Genealogy search sites that will yield the information about that long lost ancestor. Learn how to search and pinpoint details needed for a history lesson of your family.
1 Session 3 Hours

Green Fountain Photo Workshop
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day by taking a digital photo of our Famous "Green" Fountain on March 17th. Then bring your camera and 'chip' to the March 24th workshop and learn how to create a photo postcard using free software.
1 Session 2 1/2 Hours

Holiday Letter
Create a festive Holiday letter using the basic features of Microsoft Word.
1 Session 3 Hours

Internet Explorer 8
Internet Explorer 8 (IE8) is the latest browser developed by Microsoft (released 3/19/09). Security, ease of use, the 'favorites' bar, and many new features of this browser will be covered in the workshop.

Internet Security
Learn what to do about cookies and viruses. Learn how to participate in on-line discussions. Learn some quick steps to make your searches easier.

Internet Sleuth
Do you get frustrated as you try to look for information on the internet? This workshop will show you tips and techniques for using search engines and on-line libraries for easy internet research

Introduction to Computers Part I - The Fundamentals
Welcome to your first computer course. This 3-session course is designed for students with no computer experience. During each session, you will practice extensively using the mouse and the keyboard. You will gain familiarity with computer hardware, software, the Windows desktop, and the program windows. This is a fun course and you will learn not to be afraid of your computer.
3 Sessions 2 Hours each

Introduction to Computers Part II
In this class, you will learn the basics of letter writing, spell check, data bases and editing your documents.

IPod or MP3 player-See Portable Digital Music

Junk Drawer Maintenance
Does your computer suffer from “Junk Drawer” syndrome? Is it easy to put things in but difficult to find later? This workshop will help you set up a system to organize your data and multimedia files.

Keyboard Shortcuts
How do you adjust your mouse? What would you do if your mouse stopped working? Come explore how to use your computer without touching the mouse.

Know Your Laptop
What is different about a laptop versus desktop model? What should you know before purchasing one?

Learn Your Scanner
Eliminate the mystery of scanning pictures and documents and learn to save them to your computer.

Legacy Genealogy
Learn to search, locate, document and store your family tree information, using the newly-popular genealogy program Legacy.

Magical Mystical Wizards aka Wizards of Microsoft Works
Wizards take the drudge out of preparing many documents. During this workshop you will discover the ease of designing a certificate, a flyer and a home inventory record.

Maintaining a Healthy Computer
Is your computer running slowly? Do you think your computer may have a ‘virus’? In this class, you will learn what is causing the problem and how to eliminate unwanted software, ‘cookies’, deleted files and other unused programs. Computer security will also be explained.  Routine maintenance procedures will be covered, along with a schedule of how often to perform these tasks.
1 Session 3 Hours

Mini File Management Workshop
In this two hour workshop, learn how to make new folders, assign names to files & organize your computer so you can easily retrieve all your documents & photos.

Movie Maker Workshop
In this workshop, you will learn how to create a 'digital' movie (slideshow) with photos of family or friends, add your favorite music to the 'movie' and burn it to a CD. The software used to create the movie is a free download.

Mozilla Firefox
What is a web browser and what’s out there beside Internet Explorer.

Not Your Mother's Scrapbook
Create digital scrapbooks that your children and grandkids will cherish and share in the years to come. This digital archive can be shared through email and digital storage.

Overview of Printers
Get the most out of your printer. Discuss types of printers, how printers work, troubleshooting, ink cartridges and types of paper to use for special projects.

Outlook Basics

Personal Photo Management
Learn to transfer your photos from your camera, organize them into folders and save them onto your computer's hard drive, CD, or portable flash device.

Personalize A $5 Wall Clock
During this workshop, you will learn to take a $5.00 Wal-Mart clock, change the clock face and decorate it to suit your individual taste.

Photoshop Album
Learn how easy it is to use Photoshop Album to make special albums for friends and family.

Photoshop Elements
This class will start with the basics of Photoshop Elements, a program to edit your photos. Learn to download and organize your photos. Know how to eliminate red eye and correct the exposure and colors in your photos. This is a must for the digital photo enthusiast. The intermediate class is a continuation of the beginning class.
4 Sessions 2 Hours each

Photoshop Elements 7 Workshop
Photoshop Elements 7 (PSE7) introduces auto online backup of your photo images, photo merge, scene cleaner, 'smart' brush & text search. These new features of PSE 7 will be covered in this two-hour workshop.

Photoshop Elements Lab Workshop
Students will bring their own photos and work with instructors and coaches. Open only to previous Photoshop Elements students or permission of instructor.

Photoshop Elements 6.0 Organizer
Learn to download your pictures, tag, name and create albums for viewing within the Organizer section of Photoshop Elements.
One session workshop.

Photoshop Elements Update
What are the new features of the latest version of Photoshop Elements?

Photoshop Quick Fixes
Learn some of the ways you can use Photoshop Elements to quickly fix some of those photo imperfections.

Picasa Advanced
Learn more detailed features of correcting lighting, cropping & printing of this free photo software.

Picasa Fundamentals
Learn how to download & utilize the basic features of this free photo software.

Picasa and Photos, A Perfect Pairing
You will learn how to improve photos using Picassa, a free software program.

Portable Digital Music
Learn how to download, organize & make playlists for your iPod or MP3 player.

Portable Storage Devices
Learn all the various ways to save & transfer files and folders from your computer to portable external devices; i.e. flash drive, jump drive, CD, DVD or external hard drive. You no longer have to 'take your laptop' with you--just download the necessary information to a portable storage device.

PowerPoint Basics
The workshop will review the tools of the program and how to create an eye-catching presentation.

Power Point
This class provides the student with the knowledge required to design presentations from your computer.   It teaches the techniques to provide varied backgrounds, create text slides, insert pictures and clip art to your slide show and automatically set the timing of the slide.
4 Sessions 2 Hours each

Printers and Scanners
In this workshop, you will be shown how to use your printer and scanner. A demonstration will be given as to how to scan an image to your computer, save it as a file, and then send it in an e-mail. Various printers and their features will be covered; also, tips for what to look for when purchasing a printer or scanner will be identified.

Quicken aka Take Control of your Checkbook
Explore the ease of using Quicken to balance your personal checkbook.

Release Your Inner Artist
Bring your creative juices and we'll show you how the program "Paint" can energize your "inner artist". You will go home with your own refrigerator-ready artwork

Research on the Internet
Learn the secrets of finding information to research a subject. Narrow the subject requests to pinpoint your specific subject, and eliminate much of the information that doesn't apply to your 'search.' Learn to use the various search engines that have a connection to your search request.

Right Click Tips (Right Click with Your Mouse)
Explore the properties of the mouse and customize it for your personal use. Discover how using the right mouse button can make a variety of tasks easier and faster.

Shopping on the Internet
During this two-hour workshop, you will learn how to search and locate specific items, visit user-friendly websites, become aware of ‘security’ issues & where to find  ‘promo’ codes & ‘discount’ coupons to make your shopping on the Internet cost-effective. Time is set aside at the end of the workshop for any questions you may have.
1 Session 2 Hours

Smile and Say Digital aka Digital Cameras
The workshop will review the basics of digital photography, the features to consider when purchasing a digital camera and what to do once you have the pictures on your digital camera.

Speed Up Your Computer aka Clean Up Your Computer
Learn to remove unnecessary programs and files from your computer, defrag your hard disk and streamline your configuration. May also include internet security.

Spreadsheet Overview-See Excel

Stay inTouch with "Skype" aka Skype Workshop
In this workshop, you will learn how to select a Skype sign-in name, download the free software, install a webcam & place 'free' video calls. Stay connected with family & friends when you can't be there in person.

Surfing the Internet
Learn the basics of research on the internet, how to find informative websites regarding medical, travel and other resources.

Taste of Paint
Learn to use Microsoft's paint program to create an easy drawing. You will use all of the drawing tools to make a very special picture.

Travel Planning on the Internet
Learn how to search the internet for the best airline fares, car rentals & hotel accommodations. Helpful websites will be visited.

Travel Postcard Montage
During this two-session class, you will learn how to create a 'template' of your own design to create a postcard montage using a number of your personal photos. Some prior experience using photoshop Elements or a similar software program is helpful.

Typing

Under the Hood

Vista Basics Workshop
Got a new computer and can't find anything anymore? What are the new features of this new operating system?

Vista Workshop 2
Learn more details of setting up Vista beyond a clock, notepad and weather report in your gadget window.

What The Font
What is a font? How do you install and un-install fonts to your computer? How many fonts can be on my computer? How can I jazz up the font appearance? Learn the answers to these and many other questions during this workshop.

Where Do I Go From Here?-FREE
This workshop is for seniors with some computer skills who are wondering what else they can do on their computers. Get a taste of several different new skills to pursue.
1 Session 3 Hours each

Windows 7
An overview of the new Windows 7 Operating System and how it differs from Vista and XP.

Windows Live Photo Editing
Using the new Windows Live software program, learn to edit your photos. Remove 'red eye', crop pictures to enhance your images, and adjust the color saturation of the picture to reflect true lighting.

Windows XP
Learn about Microsoft's Windows XP operating system. Find out how this system can make things easier for you

Word
Learn the new Word Program with new toolbars and tabs.

Word Pad
A basic word processing program will help you in letter writing, resumé preparation and updating mailing lists.
4 Sessions 2 Hours each

Word 2007 Bootcamp
Learn the basics of using Word 2007: page layout, editing text, spell check, formatting and printing your document.

Word 2007 Demonstration
This 1-session course will explain the differences between Word 2003 and 2007. It will show you how to find the editing tools in the new window ribbon format. Prerequisite: You must have experience with word processing using Word 2003 in order to take this course.
1 Session 3 Hours Each       (To be scheduled in early January 2009)

You Ouaughta Be In Pictures aka Scanners
You can SCAN anything and turn it into an easy to use, easy-to-store and easy-to-share digital file. Soon you'll be able to scan heirloom family photos, grandkids, artwork, wedding certificates, old love letters and even tax returns.