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Computer Basics

Adults
2025-04-22 18:00:00 2025-04-22 20:00:00 America/New_York Computer Basics Learn the basics about computing devices, using a mouse and keyboard, and navigating the desktop environment. Computer settings and mobile devices will also be discussed. No prerequisites. Orange Branch - The Hope and Stanley Adelstein Room (A/B) (75)

Tuesday, April 22
6:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-04-22 18:00:00 2025-04-22 20:00:00 America/New_York Computer Basics Learn the basics about computing devices, using a mouse and keyboard, and navigating the desktop environment. Computer settings and mobile devices will also be discussed. No prerequisites. Orange Branch - The Hope and Stanley Adelstein Room (A/B) (75)

Orange Branch

The Hope and Stanley Adelstein Room (A/B) (75)

Learn the basics about computing devices, using a mouse and keyboard, and navigating the desktop environment. Computer settings and mobile devices will also be discussed. No prerequisites.

Important Class Information

• All classes are free.

• Classes are for adults 18 and over.

• Classes start promptly! We cannot hold seats for attendees who arrive after an in-person class has started.

• Registration is required for all classes and begins 30 days before the date of the class.

• For virtual classes beginning at 10 AM, registration closes at 3 PM the day before the class. For virtual classes beginning at 1 PM, registration closes at 6 PM the day before the class.

• If you have questions about this program or need help connecting to the class, please email [email protected].

• Virtual classes are held using Zoom Webinar. A valid email address is required for registration. Participants will receive an email at least an hour before the start of the class with a link to join the event. 

• Registrants for virtual classes will receive an email with a link to join the class at least an hour before the start time. If you do not receive this email, check your spam or junk folder, and be sure to allow [email protected] as a trusted sender.

• We recommend that you register with a gmail.com or outlook.com email account. We have had problems with yahoo.com, sbcglobal.net and work/business email accounts not receiving our email with the Zoom link and class files.

Find More of Our Computer Classes

Cuyahoga County Public Library offers free computer classes to adults. Use the links below to view our class schedules:

Computer Essentials

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Adobe Creative Cloud

Google

Other classes, including Inkscape, Microsoft Access and Microsoft Publisher

Virtual classes

TAGS: | Computer Classes |

Orange Branch
[email protected]
Phone: 216.831.4282
Fax: 216.831.0714
Branch manager
Ginaya Willoughby
Hours
Mon, Apr 28 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Apr 29 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Apr 30 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, May 01 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, May 02 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sat, May 03 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sun, May 04 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the branch

Located in Pepper Pike, the Orange Branch offers a cozy fireplace reading area, community meeting spaces and a full service drive-up window. The branch’s interactive children’s area features artwork from the book Aesop’s Fables by the late beloved illustrator Jerry Pinkney.

Upcoming events

Play, Learn and Grow - Ages 1-3, siblings from birth through 5 welcomed
Tue, Apr 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Youth Programming Room (40)
Boost your toddler's brain through play! Join us for a 5-week series for caregivers and children ages 1 to 3. Connect with your kids and other families, plus get answers about your growing child.
Couscous Salad - Adults
Tue, Apr 29, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
The Hope and Stanley Adelstein Room (A/B) (75)
Learn how to make delicious couscous salad with chickpeas, tomatoes and feta cheese.
Toddler Storytime - 19 months - 35 months
Wed, Apr 30, 10:00am - 10:45am
Youth Programming Room (40)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books. After storytimes, stay and play with library toys.
Author Deep Dive: Percival Everett - Adults
Wed, Apr 30, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
The Hope and Stanley Adelstein Room (A/B) (75)
Join librarians from Orange and Beachwood branches as we explore the work of award-winning author Percival Everett in this 4-week, in depth discussion series.
Chess Club - Ages 8-18
Wed, Apr 30, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Join us to learn and play chess afterschool.
Rock 'n' Read Spring 2025 - Ages PreK to Grade 2 with a Caregiver
Wed, Apr 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Programming Room (40)
Join us for songs and musical activities that integrate music and literacy skills! Registration required.
This event is full
Toddler & Preschool Storytime - Ages 19 months to 5 years, with caregiver
Thu, May 01, 10:00am - 10:45am
Youth Programming Room (40)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books. After storytime, stay to play with library toys, and engage with other families.
Play-Doh Playtime - Ages 2-5 with a Caregiver
Fri, May 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Youth Programming Room (40)
Join us for Play-Doh fun! Build your own creations and explore Play-Doh mats that help promote early literacy skills.
AARP Presentation: HomeFit
Mon, May 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
The Hope and Stanley Adelstein Room (A/B) (75)
How can you make your home safe and livable for the long-term? This is where AARP can help.
Internet Basics - Adults
Tue, May 06, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
The Hope and Stanley Adelstein Room (A/B) (75)
Learn how to use web browsers and search engines to navigate the internet. Also learn how to stay secure while being online. Prerequisite: Computers Basics or experience using a mouse.
Chess Club - Ages 8-18
Wed, May 07, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
The Stanley Room (B) (25)
Join us to learn and play chess afterschool.
Rock 'n' Read Spring 2025 - Ages PreK to Grade 2 with a Caregiver
Wed, May 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Programming Room (40)
Join us for songs and musical activities that integrate music and literacy skills! Registration required.
This event is full
Teen Art Adventures - Grades 6-12
Thu, May 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Youth Programming Room (40)
Come learn about different artistic styles or techniques.
This event is full
My First Baking Class- Spring - For children ages 2-4 with caregiver
Sat, May 10, 10:00am - 10:45am
Youth Programming Room (40)
Listen to some Spring stories and songs and then make yummy celery bugs.
This event is full
Blood Drive
Sat, May 10, 10:00am - 3:00pm
The Hope and Stanley Adelstein Room (A/B) (75)
Donate blood today. For more information or to make an appointment visit www.redcrossblood.org or call the American Red Cross at 800-RED-CROSS (800-733-2767).
Chess Club - Ages 8-18
Wed, May 14, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
The Stanley Room (B) (25),Youth Programming Room (40)
Join us to learn and play chess afterschool.
Tween Tech - For ages 9-12
Mon, May 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth Programming Room (40)
Have fun and learn about a different tech project each month!
This event is full
Rescheduled
Author Mariah Blake
Mon, May 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
New date Wednesday, May 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us when author Mariah Blake visits to discuss her latest book, They Poisoned the World: Life and Death in the Age of Forever Chemicals.
Chess Club - Ages 8-18
Wed, May 21, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Youth Programming Room (40)
Join us to learn and play chess afterschool.
Wednesday Adult Book Discussion
Wed, May 21, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
The Hope and Stanley Adelstein Room (A/B) (75)
Adult Book Discussion
Author Mariah Blake
Wed, May 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
The Hope and Stanley Adelstein Room (A/B) (75)
Join us when author Mariah Blake visits to discuss her latest book, They Poisoned the World: Life and Death in the Age of Forever Chemicals.
Homeschool World Explorers: Design a Country - For children ages 9-14
Thu, May 22, 10:00am - 11:30am
The Hope and Stanley Adelstein Room (A/B) (75)
This month, students will use what they have learned about other countries to design currency, a flag, map, scenery, etc. from their own imagined country.
This event is full
Kindergarten Countdown - Children entering Kindergarten in 2025 and their caregiver
Fri, May 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
Youth Programming Room (40)
Join us as we help your child build kindergarten readiness skills in a program aligned to Ohio's Early Childhood Standards.
Mindfulness: Capturing the Present Moment - Adults
Sat, May 24, 11:00am - 12:30pm
The Hope and Stanley Adelstein Room (A/B) (75)
This workshop uses phone photos to capture the present moment and explore inner dialogue, mindfulness and emotional space.
STEAM Club - Grades 2-5
Sat, May 24, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
The Hope and Stanley Adelstein Room (A/B) (75)
Learn about STEAM concepts with a hands-on activities, experiments, and crafts!
This event is full
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