Mar
7
Tue
Crash Course in Credit @ George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center
Mar 7 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Crash Course in Credit @ George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center
Join us in person at the George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center for this FREE class! Register at gfjlibrary.org/tc or call us at 607-757-5359.

This presentation covers the basics of credit, how to figure out what your credit score is, different types of credit, and more information on credit that can assist you in building a credit score that you can be proud of. It also reviews the 5 C’s or credit and how they impact your financial credibility in the short- and long-term. Presented by Visions FCU.

Mar
8
Wed
iPad & iPhone Basics for the New User @ George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center
Mar 8 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
iPad & iPhone Basics for the New User @ George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center

Join us via Zoom at the George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center for this FREE class! Use this link to join the class. Call will open 15 minutes before class starts.

This workshop is for novice iPad or iPhone users. Learn how to navigate, install and organize apps. The features that will be presented will help a new user feel more confident using an iPad or iPhone. Please make sure your device is charged and updated to IOS 15 before the class begins.

Mar
16
Thu
Goodreads: Meet Your Next Favorite Book @ George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center
Mar 16 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Goodreads: Meet Your Next Favorite Book @ George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center

Join us via Zoom at the George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center for this FREE class! Use this link to join the class. Call will open 15 minutes before class starts.

Find and read more books you’ll love, and keep track of the books you’ve read or want to read. With Goodreads, you can be part of the world’s largest community of book lovers. Join us via Zoom for a tour of Goodreads and for tips on finding your next great read!

Mar
29
Wed
MyChart: Manage Your Healthcare Easily @ George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center
Mar 29 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
MyChart: Manage Your Healthcare Easily @ George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center

Join us via Zoom at the George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center for this FREE class! Use this link to join the class. Call will open 15 minutes before class starts.

UHS MyChart is a secure online health management tool that connects you to your UHS healthcare team and gives you access to important information from your medical record, 24/7, free of charge. This secure portal, accessed from your computer or mobile device, allows you to schedule appointments, manage prescriptions, and contact your medical provider all in one app. Tune in and learn how MyChart can help you take charge of your healthcare!

Mar
30
Thu
Google Maps Basics @ George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center
Mar 30 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Google Maps Basics @ George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center

Join us via Zoom at the George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center for this FREE class! Use this link to join the class. Call will open 15 minutes before class starts.

Google Maps is a web mapping service that is offered for free by Google.  With the help of Google Maps, searching for places and getting direction is easy. Also, you can get the traffic information of a specific area or view street-level images of cities. This introduction will show how you can use Google Maps on your computer or use the Google Maps app on your phone or tablet.

Apr
4
Tue
Intro to Estate Planning @ George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center
Apr 4 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Intro to Estate Planning @ George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center

Join us in person at the George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center for this FREE class! Register at gfjlibrary.org/tc or call us at 607-757-5359.

Estate planning does not have to be expensive and time consuming. It is simply the process of designating who will receive your assets in the event of death or incapacitation. During this presentation, we will discuss how you can set up your estate with ease and confidence.

Apr
6
Thu
Clean Up and Declutter Your Computer @ George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center Zoom Call
Apr 6 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Clean Up and Declutter Your Computer @ George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center Zoom Call

Join us via Zoom at the George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center for this FREE class! Use this link to join the class. Call will open 15 minutes before class starts.

A cluttered computer is not only difficult to navigate, but can cause stress, especially when it fills up storage and slows your computer down! Tune in to learn some easy ways to clean out and reorganize your desktop and your computer to make it run more smoothly and efficiently.

Apr
13
Thu
What Can Apple Watch Do for You? @ George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center Zoom Call
Apr 13 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
What Can Apple Watch Do for You? @ George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center Zoom Call

Join us via Zoom at the George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center for this FREE class! Use this link to join the class. Call will open 15 minutes before class starts.

An Apple Watch can help you track your health and activity, text and call, but it can also keep you from getting lost with maps, remind you of appointments, detect falls and alert emergency services, or remind you when you’ve left your phone behind. Tune in to learn how to select and start using an Apple Watch to help you in dozens of ways every day. An iPhone is REQUIRED.

Apr
18
Tue
iPad/iPhone: Tips & Tricks for Beginners — Part 2 @ George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center
Apr 18 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
iPad/iPhone: Tips & Tricks for Beginners — Part 2 @ George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center

Join us in person at the George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center for this FREE class! Register at gfjlibrary.org/tc or call us at 607-757-5359.

This follow up workshop is for new iPad/iPhone users. Discover practical, performance-improving features that will make your iPhone or iPad more convenient and useful. Get tips and tricks for Siri, using Safari, managing iCloud storage, and more. Take control by learning how to customize your device using the settings app. Please make sure your device is updated to iOS16.

Apr
20
Thu
iPad/iPhone: Tips & Tricks for Beginners — Part 2 @ George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center Zoom Call
Apr 20 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
iPad/iPhone: Tips & Tricks for Beginners — Part 2 @ George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center Zoom Call

Join us via Zoom at the George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center for this FREE class! Use this link to join the class. Call will open 15 minutes before class starts.

This follow up workshop is for new iPad/iPhone users. Discover practical, performance-improving features that will make your iPhone or iPad more convenient and useful. Get tips and tricks for Siri, using Safari, managing iCloud storage, and more. Take control by learning how to customize your device using the settings app. Please make sure your device is updated to iOS16.

Apr
26
Wed
Don’t Get Scammed! @ Broome West Senior Center
Apr 26 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Don't Get Scammed! @ Broome West Senior Center

Join us in person at the Broome West Senior Center for this FREE class! No registration required.

Learn about scams and how to avoid and respond to them with helpful materials from the FTC’s Pass It On program.

Apr
27
Thu
Popular Mobile Payment Apps @ George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center Zoom Call
Apr 27 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Popular Mobile Payment Apps @ George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center Zoom Call

Join us via Zoom at the George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center for this FREE class! Use this link to join the class. Call will open 15 minutes before class starts.

Learn the pros and cons of the top mobile payment apps for your phone. With these apps you can send money to friends, make contactless payments in stores, and shop online with ease. Some of the apps that will be discussed are Apple Pay, Google Pay, Venmo, and PayPal. Find out if you want to leave cash and cards at home and join the digital revolution.

May
2
Tue
Steps to Homeownership @ George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center
May 2 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Steps to Homeownership @ George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center

Join us in person at the George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center for this FREE class! Register at gfjlibrary.org/tc or call us at 607-757-5350.

Buying a home is a marathon, not a sprint. Join us to learn more about the steps and pathways to owning the home of your dreams. Topics covered include setting a budget, saving for a home, tips on credit, finding the right realtor, applying for a mortgage, and finalizing an offer on a new home!

May
9
Tue
Ancestry.com for Beginners @ George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center
May 9 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Ancestry.com for Beginners @ George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center

Join us in person at the George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center for this FREE class! Register at gfjlibrary.org/tc or call us at 607-757-5350.

Are you interested in researching your family tree but do not know where to start? You can explore ANCESTRY for FREE at the library!  This hands-on workshop will present an overview of the site and offer tips on how to navigate through the different sections.  Users can search U.S. census records, Social Security records, birth and death records, immigration records, military and other vital records.

May
16
Tue
Ancestry.com for Beginners @ George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center
May 16 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Ancestry.com for Beginners @ George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center

Join us via Zoom at the George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center for this FREE class! Use this link to join the class. Video call will open 15 minutes before class starts. (tinyurl.com/GFJTC-class)

Are you interested in researching your family tree but do not know where to start? You can explore ANCESTRY for FREE at the library!  This hands-on workshop will present an overview of the site and offer tips on how to navigate through the different sections.  Users can search U.S. census records, Social Security records, birth and death records, immigration records, military and other vital records.

May
18
Thu
Meet Pinterest @ George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center
May 18 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Meet Pinterest @ George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center

Join us via Zoom at the George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center for this FREE class! Use this link to join the class. Video call will open 15 minutes before class starts. (tinyurl.com/GFJTC-class)

Pinterest makes it a snap to find, save and share thousands of ideas for crafts, decorating, gifts, remodeling, cooking, fitness, education, books, movies, and just about anything you may want to find on the Internet! Log in to find out how to discover Pins you love and save them to boards to keep your ideas organized and easy to find.

 

May
23
Tue
Learn a New Hobby for Free — On Your Phone! @ George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center
May 23 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Learn a New Hobby for Free -- On Your Phone! @ George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center

Join us via Zoom at the George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center for this FREE class! Use this link to join the class. Video call will open 15 minutes before class starts. (tinyurl.com/GFJTC-class)

Whether you are bored or ambitious, you can pick up a new hobby or learn a new skill with just your phone or tablet and some great apps! Learn a new language, start an exercise program or learn to play an instrument – there’s an app for learning just about anything. Log in and find out how you can learn with free or low-cost apps on your iPad, iPhone or Android device.

 

May
27
Sat
Roxbury Library Association Plant Sale Fundraiser @ Roxbury Library Association
May 27 @ 9:30 am – 1:30 pm

Our First Annual (we hope!) Plant Sale to be held Saturday, May 27, 2023, at the Roxbury Library.  Our green-thumbed staff and volunteers will have a huge variety of plants, bulbs, gardening books, and gardening supplies for you to browse and buy.  See you then!

May
31
Wed
Tips for Selecting & Managing Online Passwords @ George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center
May 31 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Tips for Selecting & Managing Online Passwords @ George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center

Join us via Zoom at the George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center for this FREE class! Use this link to join the class. Video call will open 15 minutes before class starts. (tinyurl.com/GFJTC-class)

Passwords are the key to almost everything you do online, and you probably have multiple passwords that you use throughout the day. Choosing hard-to-hack passwords and managing them securely can sometimes seem overwhelming. Simple ways to make your passwords as secure as possible will be presented along with an explanation of how a password manager app could work for you.

Jun
8
Thu
Libby – Free eBooks, Audiobooks, and More! @ George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center Zoom Call
Jun 8 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Libby - Free eBooks, Audiobooks, and More! @ George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center Zoom Call

Join us via Zoom at the George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center for this FREE class! Use this link to join the class. Video call will open 15 minutes before class starts.  (tinyurl.com/GFJTC-class)

With Libby and your library card you can download thousands of books and magazines for FREE to read or listen to on your computer, e-reader, smartphone, or in your car. Learn how you can browse for titles, reserve books and take hundreds of books and magazines on vacation in this virtual presentation.

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