From: Western Counties Regional Library
Re: Yarmouth Gates Lab library PSA for November 2008
Contact: Ian White, Public Relations Manager
Phone: 742-2486 ext. 231 Fax: 742-6920
E-mail:
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The Gates Computer Lab at the Izaak Walton Killam Memorial Library in Yarmouth has a wide range of computer courses in November beginning with Computer Basics and finishing with an Introduction to YouTube. Listed below are the courses being offered beginning Wednesday, Nov. 12:
Computer Basics
Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2 to 4 p.m.
This two-hour course is about the basics of computers such as using the mouse and keyboard, opening and closing programs and multi-tasking. Please register ahead of time.
Internet Basics
Thursday, Nov. 13, 2 to 4 p.m.
An introductory course to the Internet (World Wide Web): come in and learn how to “surf the Net.” Topics include navigating the Internet, an introduction to the Western Counties Regional Library Web site, and performing basic searches. Please register ahead of time.
File Management Basics
Friday, Nov. 14, 2 to 4 p.m.
This is a two-hour session about the basics of file management. Topics covered will include how to create and save files, how to locate lost files, creating folders, moving files and folders and deleting files. Please register ahead of time.
Introduction to Microsoft PowerPoint
Tuesday, Nov. 18 and Thursday, Nov. 20, 2 to 4 p.m.
This is a two-part introductory course to Microsoft PowerPoint. Come learn how to create slideshow presentations. Topics will include creating slides, adding text/images, slide transitions, etc. Please register ahead of time.
Purchasing a Computer
Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2 to 4 p.m.
Are you looking to buy a computer and want some key advice? This two-hour session will introduce you to the components of a computer and will provide you with advice to help you find the system that suits your needs. Please register ahead of time.
Introduction to Facebook
Monday, Nov. 24, 2 to 4 p.m.
This is a two-hour session about the Internet Web site Facebook. People use Facebook to keep up with friends, share photos, links and videos, and learn more about the people they meet. Come learn how to access and use this social networking site.
Introduction to YouTube
Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2 to 4 p.m.
This two-hour session is all about the Internet Web site YouTube. YouTube is a free online video streaming service that allows anyone to view and share videos that have been uploaded by their members.
Registration is required for most of these programs. Please call 742-2486 ext. 243 or visit the Gates Calendar at www.westerncounties.ca. All programs are free unless otherwise noted.
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