Adult classes are available at all branches.

• On-going computer classes offered at all branches
• Upcoming classes

All classes are free but registration is required due to limited space.  Individual instruction is available at Charlotte Hall and Leonardtown by request.

We also have Computer Software Video Classes. Check out our series on Microsoft Excel.

On-going classes offered regularly:

• Introduction to Computers—Learn the components, vocabulary and basics of using a personal computer.

• Introduction to Windows—Learn the basics of the Windows operating system.

• Introduction to the Internet—Learn the terms, basic page features and basics of web searching. Discover tips on browsing and evaluating sites.

• Introduction to Email—Set up an email account and learn to send and receive emails.

Classes offered periodically:

• Introduction to Excel—Learn the basics to create and use an Excel spreadsheet

• Intermediate Excel Part I—Learn intermediate formulas in Excel and work with rows, columns, and worksheets. Pre-requisite: Familiarity with basic Excel functions.

• Intermediate Excel  Part II—Learn intermediate formulas in Excel and work with freezing panes, sorting data, creating a chart, adding comments, hyperlinks and internal references, and printing options. Pre-requisite: Familiarity with basic Excel functions.

• Introduction to Publisher—Learn the basics of Publisher, Microsoft’s desktop publishing program used to create flyers, cards, certificates, and more!

• Resume Basics in Word 2007—Learn the basics of writing a resume, the different types of resumes, and how to use the resume templates in Word 2007. Prerequisite:  Ability to use a mouse.

• Introduction to Digital Photo Editing—Learn how to use the scanner and camera wizard to transfer photos to a computer and discover free tools for photo editing.  NO digital camera required.  Prerequisite:  Ability to use a mouse.

• The Internet and Genealogy—Learn where to start your genealogy search using free Internet websites, the library’s databases, Social Security Death Index, and U.S. Census.  Prerequisite: Knowledge of Internet

Upcoming classes

Registration is required for all classes – click on the Class Title to register.

• Introduction to Word for Kids and Parents

  Thursday, February 23, 2012 - 6:00 PM at Lexington Park Library Computer Lab

  Learn to open, create, format, print, and save documents in Word 2010. Ages 7-12. Parents learn along with kids! Please sign up with the child's name and include the parent name alongside.

• Intermediate Excel 2010

  Monday, February 27, 2012 - 2:00 PM at Leonardtown Library Meeting Room

  Learn intermediate formulas, work with rows,
  columns, and worksheets. Basic Excel skills required.

• Computer Basics 1: Introduction to Computers

  Wednesday, March 07, 2012 - 2:00 PM at Lexington Park Library Computer Lab

  Learn the parts of the computer and how to use the mouse. Adult computer classes are limited to ages 16 and up.

• Computer Basics 1: Introduction to Computers

  Thursday, March 08, 2012 - 5:30 PM at Charlotte Hall Library Meeting Room

  Four part series.
  1. Intro to Computers: Learn the components, vocabulary and general use of the personal computer.
  Adult computer classes are limited to ages 16 and up.

• Computer Basics 2: Introduction to Windows

  Wednesday, March 14, 2012 - 2:00 PM at Lexington Park Library Computer Lab

  Learn how to get around in the Microsoft Windows operating system, open and close programs, save files, and more! Adult computer classes are limited to ages 16 and up.

• Computer Basics 2: Introduction to Windows

  Thursday, March 15, 2012 - 5:30 PM at Charlotte Hall Library Meeting Room

  Four part series
  2. Intro to Windows: Learn the basics of Microsoft Windows operating system, open and close programs, save files, and more!
  Adult computer classes are limited to ages 16 and up.

• Introduction to the Internet

  Monday, March 19, 2012 - 2:00 PM at Leonardtown Library Meeting Room

  Learn about using the Internet, your web browser, and search strategies. Adult computer classes are limited to ages 16 and up.

• Introduction to Online Genealogy

  Monday, March 19, 2012 - 5:30 PM at Lexington Park Library Computer Lab

  This basic class will introduce you to starting genealogy (family tree) searches using free Internet websites. The class covers the St. Mary’s County Library genealogy databases, Social Security Death Index, the Census of the United States and hands on exercises. Knowledge of the Internet is a prerequisite.

• Computer Basics 3: Introduction to the Internet

  Wednesday, March 21, 2012 - 2:00 PM at Lexington Park Library Computer Lab

  Learn about using the Internet, your web browser, and search strategies. Adult computer classes are limited to ages 16 and up.

• Computer Basics 3: Introduction to the Internet

  Thursday, March 22, 2012 - 5:30 PM at Charlotte Hall Library Meeting Room

  Four part series.
  3. Intro to the Internet: Learn terms and basic page features of the Internet. Pick up tips on browsing and evaluating sites.
  Adult computer classes are limited to ages 16 and up.

• Open Computer Lab

  Monday, March 26, 2012 - 2:00 PM at Leonardtown Library Meeting Room

  During our open computer lab, participants will have a chance to work on the computer skills they want to improve upon. Computer skills covered will include, but not be limited to: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, and checking out and downloading e-Books. Job search skills, such as keyboarding, filling out online applications, and setting up e-mail accounts, will also be addressed. A trained staff member will be on hand to answer questions and work with individuals. Participants are asked to bring their own headphones to class.
  
  

• Computer Basics 4: Introduction to Email

  Wednesday, March 28, 2012 - 2:00 PM at Lexington Park Library Computer Lab

  Learn how to set up and use an email account. Adult computer classes are limited to ages 16 and up.

• Computer Basics 4: Introduction to Email

  Thursday, March 29, 2012 - 5:30 PM at Charlotte Hall Library Meeting Room

  Four part series.
  4. Intro to Email: Learn email basics by setting up and using your own email account.
  Adult computer classes are limited to ages 16 and up.

• Introduction to Powerpoint 2010

  Tuesday, April 10, 2012 - 2:00 PM at Charlotte Hall Library Meeting Room

  Learn the basics of creating, editing, printing and presenting a slide show using Microsoft Powerpoint 2010.
  Adult computer classes are limited to ages 16 and up.

• "I took these pictures... now what?" Part II

  Thursday, April 12, 2012 - 2:00 PM at Charlotte Hall Library Meeting Room

  Going beyond basic photo editing techniques, but still simple enough for the photography novice. Exploring various techniques, including the roles of manipulating lighting and exposure, to make good photographs spectacular!

• Introduction to Power Point 2010

  Monday, April 16, 2012 - 2:00 PM at Leonardtown Library Meeting Room

  Learn the basics of creating multimedia presentations. Basic computer skills required.

• Introduction to Excel 2010

  Thursday, April 19, 2012 - 2:00 PM at Charlotte Hall Library Meeting Room

  Learn the basics of creating, editing, and using spreadsheets in the newest Microsoft Excel program - 2010.
  Adult computer classes are limited to ages 16 and up.

• eReader Workshop - Kindle

  Thursday, April 26, 2012 - 4:00 PM at Charlotte Hall Library Meeting Room

  Bring your Kindle to the library and learn the basics of using your device, downloading library eBooks, and managing your digital content through Amazon. The information presented in this workshop will be specific to Amazon Kindle devices. Registration is required.

• "I took these pictures... Now what?"

  Thursday, May 17, 2012 - 2:00 PM at Charlotte Hall Library Meeting Room

  Learn the basics of how to get your digital photos from your camera or memory card, onto your computer, uploaded to Facebook/Craigslist/Shutterfly, as well as basic photo editing techniques (cropping, rotating, re-sizing).