Spring 2011 Troy Today Computer Class Listings - Corrections

Computer class listings offered by the Troy Public Library as shown on page 20 of the Spring 2011 edition of Troy Today are incorrect. The correct dates and times are:

Computer Basics 1
Wednesdays, March 16 and 23, 1 pm
Wednesdays, April 20 and 27, 1 pm

Beginning Word 2007
Wednesdays, March 2 and 9, 1 pm
Thrusdays, April 7 and 14, 10 am

Beginning Excel 2007
Tuesdays, March 15 and 22, 1 pm
Tuesdays, April 12 and 19, 1 pm

Beginning PowerPoint 2007
Tuesdays, March 1 and 8, 1 pm
Wednesdays, April 6 and 13, 1pm

Registration is currently open for March classes. Registration for April classes begins Friday, March 11 at 10 am. For a complete schedule of classes and to register online, please see our calendar here.

How to Be Polite on Facebook

Reader's Digest published an article in its August issue entitled How to Be Polite on Facebook, the popular Internet social networking website. The article covers topics such as how to politely ignore a friend request and how to delete a regrettable post.

If you are interested in learning more about Facebook, the Troy Public Library is offering Web 2.0: Finding Friends on Facebook on December 1, at 6:30 pm in the Library training room. You can register for the class beginning on November 11 here, or by calling 248.524.3542.

eBay Cuts Listing Fees To Encourage Sellers

Great news for casual eBay sellers:

The online marketplace eBay is eliminating some upfront fees to attract more sellers who occasionally auction off items. San Jose, Calif-based eBay said Tuesday that users will soon be able to offer up to five items for auction every 30 days without paying the fees that eBay usually charges to list goods. Those listing fees usually run 10 cents to $4, depending on the item.

The Library offers two eBay classes: Buying and Selling on eBay for learning the eBay basics, and eBay Selling Workshop for those with items ready to list and sell. Each class runs about two hours. Check out our program calendar to view our class schedule and register online.

Our next scheduled eBay classes are:

Buying and Selling on eBay
Monday, June 1 & 8, 6:30 pm - FULL
Wednesday, July 1 & 8, 6:30 pm - Registration begins on June 11, 10 am
Wednesday, August 5 & 12, 1:30 pm - Registration begins on July 11, 10 am

eBay Selling Workshop
Monday, May 18, 6:30 pm - Register Now!
Monday, June 29, 6:30 pm - Registration begins on June 8, 8 pm
Wednesday, July 29, 6:30 - Registration begins July 8, 8 pm
Wednesday, August 19, 6:30 - Registration begins August 12, 3:30 pm

[via USA Today]

Registration Opens May 11 for Library's June Computer Classes

Registration for the Troy Library’s June computer classes opens at 10 a.m., on May 11.

Each month, we offer 14 classes, taught by the Technology Department staff:

• Computer Basics 1
• Computer Basics 2*
• Navigating the Internet
• Email for Beginners
• Library Resources on the Internet*
• What is Web 2.0*
• Blogging for Beginners*
• Buying and Selling on eBay
• Selling on eBay Workshop*
• Beginning Word 2007
• Intermediate Word 2007
• Beginning Excel 2007
• Intermediate Excel 2007
• Beginning PowerPoint 2007

All classes are free. Most are two sessions (the ones marked with an asterisk * above are only one session), and each session last about two hours. Each class has plenty of handouts, and plenty of time for hands-on experience.

To register, go to our website at troylibrary.info and click on Sign Up for Exciting Classes and Programs at TPL at the bottom of the page. You will be directed to our calendar. From there you can register for any of the above classes, or any of our other great programs.

If you have a question about an individual class, call the Technology Department at 248.524.3542, or email us at techroom@troymi.gov.

Improve Your Computer Skills with Troy Library Internet Classes

There are still plenty of seats in Internet classes taught by the Technology Department staff at the Library. You might want to register for one of these:

Navigating the Internet
Do you need to pick up your pace on the Information Highway? This class will show you what the Internet is and how to use it effectively to make your information searches more successful. This is a two-part class; plan to attend both parts.
Tuesday, March 24 and 31, 10:00 am, or Tuesday, April 21 and 28, 6:30 pm

What is Web 2.0?
Whether you want to share your thoughts on a blog, organize a family event using a wiki, read news as it happens on an RSS feed, or swap information with family and friends on social sites, this workshop is for you. You will be introduced to all the latest Web 2.0 technology -- to keep you on the cutting edge.
Wednesday, March 11, 1:00 pm, or Thursday, April 30, 10:00 am

Blogging for Beginners
Do you want to publish a blog? Learn the basics: setting up a blog, changing colors and designs, posting and commenting, uploading images and web links.
Monday, March 23, 6:30 pm, or Wednesday, April 8, 1:00 pm

Library Resources on the Internet
Learn how to access all the Library’s resources at home, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week! Read book reviews, check your account, and place holds on items; download audio books and movies right to your computer or portable device; and search magazines and references on any topic under the sun, all from the Library’s web site.
Wednesday, March 25, 1:00 pm, or Thursday, April 16, 10:00 am

Register here.

For more information, call the Technology desk at 248.524.3542 or email us at techroom@troymi.gov.

What is the Troy Library Worth to You?

During these hard economic times, people turn to the library. Whether you are looking for books or DVDs, attending a concert or computer classes, or using the Internet, the library provides free services to make your dollar stretch.

Ever wonder just how much money you save each month by using regularly the Troy Public Library?

Check out our Library Value Calculator; you might be surprised!