Upcoming Events at the Newport News Public Library System
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Grant Writing Workshop
Main Street Library
Thursday, May 30, 6-8:45 p.m.
Register Online or call 757-591-4858.
Please Join us on Thursday, May 30, 2013 from 6-8:45 p.m. at Main Street Library for a Grant Writing Workshop.  Dr. Jean Filetti, Christopher Newport University, will give a synopsis of grant writing with grant writing tips and recommendations of sources.  Ages 18 and up are welcome.  Free to attend.  Registration is required and begins Thursday, May 16, 2013.
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Writing a Business Plan
Main Street Library
Thursday, Jun 6, 6-8:45 p.m.
Register Online or call 757-591-4858.
Please join us on Thursday, June 6, 2013 at 6-8:45 p.m. at Main Street Library for a workshop on how to write a business plan. Dr. Stephanie Bardwell will teach everything that should be included in a business plan from formation to financing. Free to attend. Registration is required. Registration begins May 23, 2013. Patrons must be 18+ to attend.
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USB Memory Stick 101 - Computer Class
Grissom Library
Monday, Jun 3, 10-12 noon
Register Online or call 757-369-3190.
A one session class instructing students on how to connect, save, and safely disconnect memory sticks from the computer. Students should have their own USB Memory Sticks.
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Email 201 Email 201
South Morrison Family Education Center
Monday, Jun 3, 10:00 am to noon (Monday, June 3rd and 10th from 10:00 a.m. to noon)
Register Online or call 757-369-6810.

A two session course designed to teach e-mail techniques. Students will learn how to send, receive, reply to and forward email messages. This course will also cover working with attachments. Prerequisites: Computer Basics 101

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Excel 201 - Computer Class
Grissom Library
Tuesday, Jun 4, 6:30-8:30 pm (Tuesday June 4 & 11, 6:30-8:30pm )
Register Online or call 757-369-3190.

A two -session course designed to teach students how to use Excel. Student will learn how to create basic worksheets.  

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Internet 201 - Computer Class
Main Street Library
Tuesday, Jun 4, 6:30PM - 8:30PM (Tuesdays, June 4 & 11, 6:30PM - 8:30PM)
Register Online or call 757-591-4858.
A two-session course designed to teach students how to use the Internet. Students will learn searching techniques, how to use browsers/search engines, how to send and receive e-mail, and much more. Registration is required and begin May 21, 2013
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Computer Basics 102 - Computer Class
Grissom Library
Wednesday, Jun 5, 10-12 noon (Wednesday June 5, 12, 19, & 26 10-12 noon )
Register Online or call 757-369-3190.

A four-session course designed to teach students to use Windows for file management, multi-tasking functions, and clipboard use.  Working with the desktop will be explored. 


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Excel 202 - Computer Class
Main Street Library
Wednesday, Jun 5, 10AM - 12PM (Wednesdays, June 5, 12, 19 & 26, 10AM -12PM)
Register Online or call 757-591-4858.
A four-session course designed to teach students Microsoft Excel skills beyond basic worksheet functions and creation. Students will receive hands-on, in-depth experience using MS Excel. Registration is required and begin May 22, 2013
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Computer Basics 101 Computer Basics 101
South Morrison Family Education Center
Thursday, Jun 6, 3:00 p.m. to 4:45 p.m. (Thursday, June 6th and 13th from 3:00 p.m. to 4:45 p.m.)
Register Online or call 757-369-6810.

This is a two-part, free course. Get started in the Library System’s computer course curriculum with this course intended for individuals who have little to no computer skills This course will include an overview of the computer, light typing, mouse navigation and some word processing. At the completion of the course, students should be able to navigate the mouse and have a basic understanding of the keyboard. Prerequisites: Entry-level course; no prerequisites required. 
 

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Free Portable Software Programs 301 - Computer Class
Grissom Library
Monday, Jun 10, 10-12 noon
Registration required, begins May 27.

A one session course designed to give students basic knowledge of open source applications and programs. A USB Flash drive is recommended.   

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