Computer Training Courses
Mouse in the House
This class is designed for beginners with little or no skill using a computer mouse. If you have never used a computer mouse before, you need to take this class before you register for any of the other classes. Pre-register by calling 684-6815 or online.
Click here for a copy of the Mouse in the House handout.
Waverley Commons:
Tuesday, April 9, 7:00 - 8:30 pm
Wednesday, May 22, 7:00 - 8:30 pm
Mary J.L. Black Commons:
Thursday, April 18, 7:00 - 8:30 pm
Tuesday, May 28, 7:00 - 8:30 pm
Searching the Internet
This course is a general introduction to the Internet. Use your mouse skills to navigate Web pages and learn the basics of Internet browsers. This class covers basic terminology and basic searching. Pre-register by calling 684-6815 or online.
Click here for a copy of the Searching the Internet handout.
Waverley Commons:
Thursday, May 2, 7:00 - 8:30 pm
Wednesday, June 12, 7:00 - 8:30 pm
Mary J.L. Black Commons:
Tuesday, May 7, 7:00 - 8:30 pm
Thursday, June 20, 7:00 - 8:30 pm
Ancestry LE
Learn how to use the online genealogy resource Ancestry Library Edition (LE). Explore databases and record collections from Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, Europe and Australia. You must know how to use a computer and Internet browser to register for this class. Pre-register by calling 684-6815 or online.
Waverley Commons:
Wednesday, May 15, 7:00 - 8:30 pm
Mary J.L. Black Commons:
Thursday, April 25, 2:30 - 4:00 pm
Thursday, June 6, 7:00 - 8:30 pm
One-on-One Internet Training Sessions
The Thunder Bay Public Library now offers one-on-one Internet training sessions at the Brodie and Waverley Resource Libraries. Library staff are available for one hour appointments to assist you with your basic Internet needs. Topics include accessing the Library catalogue and electronic resources, setting up an email account and searching the Internet. Call 684-6812 to book your appointment.
Facebook Coach
Do you have questions about Facebook? Call 684-6819 to book your private one-hour session with a Facebook Coach. A variety of dates and times are available.
PCensus 101
Schedule a one-on-one session and discover how PCensus can help you determine market potential and target market, find Canadian demographics and consumer spending data, pinpoint suitable business locations and much more. To make an appointment call:
Jesse Roberts at Brodie (624-4203 / tbpl%23ca|jroberts)
Lindsey Long at Waverley (684-6812 / tbpl%23ca|llong)
For more information on PCensus, visit the PCensus page on our Web site.
How to Download eBooks
Visit the OverDrive page on our Web site for details. For help, and to make an appointment for help, contact Joanna Aegard at 684-6819 or tbpl%23ca|jaegard
