Library Corner | By Steve Powell, Library Director/CEO, Orange County Library System | Photos courtesy of Orange County Library System
Summer is winding down, and for kids and families everywhere, that means getting ready to go back to school. Your library has resources, classes, and events to get students back in a learning and growth mindset. Join certified professional organizer Jane Cole for a virtual class at 11 a.m. on Monday, August 4: Organizing for Student Success. This one-hour session gives parents and students of all ages practical tips to create an educational environment to encourage positive results. Sign up to attend this online class at ocls.org.
Back to school isn’t just for kids. At Windermere Branch, August is full of opportunities for adults looking to upskill their tech skills! Need to learn or relearn the basics of a personal computer? Computer Basics Level 1 and 2 on August 11 will step you through navigating your computer’s desktop and windows, and techniques for using the keyboard and mouse. Move on to creating, naming, and organizing files during Computer Basics Level 2.
On August 1, tech trainers will host Microsoft Excel Level 1 and 2, beginning at 11 a.m. In Level 1, you’ll learn the basics of data input, formatting, and saving, then be able to apply basic formulas to data. In Excel Level 2, build on those skills and learn all the tips and tricks to organizing your worksheets and protecting your data. Continue your learning on August 15 with Microsoft Excel Level 3 and 4 to learn how to employ basic functions and auto features to streamline workflows, ensure accurate calculations, and analyze data like a pro.
If you’re looking to learn more about the basics of design, Windermere Branch has several classes that may interest you. On August 8, Intro to 3D Design teaches you to create and build using free 3D design software, then on August 22, learn about 3D printers, supplies, and how to get started during Introduction to 3D Printers. If 2D design is more your speed, learn how to become a pro with free online design software during Canva Basics on August 27.
