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Selected upcoming programs -- part of our exciting lineup!
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Registration for the following classes is required and is confirmed upon payment (no refunds) if required. Most classes require a basic understanding of computer functions and use of a mouse. Contact Adult Services at 248-554-4650 to make your reservation over the phone, or click on the link beneath the class title to register online.
Free Computer Classes
eBook Download Help Session
Every Saturday from 10:00a.m. to 11:00a.m.
Wednesday May 1 from 7:00p.m. to 8:00p.m.
Having trouble downloading eBooks to your Kindle, Nook, iPad or Android Tablet? Stop by for the information you need to put your eReader to use with the Library's vast eBook collection.
Using BPL's Financial Databases
Wednesday, May 22 at 7:00p.m.
Guest presenter John Rohrbeck, CFP, MBA of Birmingham will talk about Morningstar, S&P's NetAdvantage, and ValueLine. Learn how they can help you with financial information and how to access them from home for free through the library.
eReader Book Club
eReader Book Club: Pride and Prejudice
Saturday, May 11 at 2:00p.m.
To celebrate the 200th anniversary of the publication of Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen, we'll be talking about this class novel in a new format: eBook. Print readers also welcome.
Featured Computer Classes
Build a Website
Thursday, May 2, 9, and 16 at 7:00p.m.
$15 fee
*Registration Required
In this three-session class, participants will be introduced to free online-hosted services that allow them to create, share, and edit customized web pages.
Quick and Easy Photo Editing
Tuesday, May 7 at 7:00p.m.
$5 fee
*Registration Required
Did you know that there are some great photo editing tools that will make you pictures look like a million bucks and they're free and easy to use? There are. So, come to the class and let's edit some pictures.
Photoshop Elements: An Introduction
Tuesday, May 14, 21, and 28 at 7:00p.m.
$15 fee
*Registration Required
This three-session class will cover the basics of photo enhancement and manipulation using Photoshop Elements. Crop, improve skin tone, whiten teeth, remove objects from pictures and more.
Free and Outstanding Online Classes
Thursday, May 30 at 7:00p.m.
*5 fee
*Registration Required
Take classes online from MIT, Yale, and other respected institutions for free. Topics range from Natural Science to Law and Politics