Technology Classes

TECHNOLOGY CLASSES

	Spotting Fake News Online Wednesday October 6 at 6:30pm Sometimes it's hard to tell the difference between news that's well researched and news that's false or misleading on the internet. In this presentation you'll learn techniques for evaluating the credibility of news stories online and learn the importance of getting information from multiple reliable sources. Join us live on Zoom! more info...
	Reading with Libby Wednesday October 27 at 6:30pm Join us for step-by-step instructions on how to download free library eBooks and audio books on your tablet. We’ll show you how to download the Libby app, search for books, and download them to your device. Users of Android and Apple tablets welcome, the app is not yet available for Kindle Fire. Meet us in the Friends Community Room and bring your devices! more info...
	Online Genealogy Tools Wednesday November 3 at 6:30pm Access to genealogy databases are available through the library. We will look at Ancestry, Heritage Quest, and others, as well as learn some BASIC tips and skills to search and view information to start your genealogy project. This class will be live on Zoom. Here is the link for the class: more info...
	Preserving History with StoryCorps Wednesday November 17 at 6:30pm Join us as we learn about StoryCorps. By using the StoryCorps app and StoryCorps Connect, you can interview family, friends, or community members about events in their life and in the community. This gives everyone a voice and allows them to share their story. We will explore how to use these wonderful tools to help preserve our local history in the community of Middleton and for your families. We will be in the Friends Community Room at the library. more info...

Some programs require pre-registration. To register for these free programs, call 608-827-7403, email info@midlibrary.org, or stop by at the library's lower level Reference Desk.

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DO-IT-YOURSELF LESSONS

Expand your computer skills with the Learning Express Library

TECHNO MINUTES

One-on-One Computer Classes

Meet Amanda at the Reference Desk for a one-on-one tutorial session in one of our study rooms. Sign up for these 30-minute-or-less computer classes by calling 827-7403, stopping by the library's Reference Desk, or emailing info@midlibrary.org. E-readers and laptops are welcome at our sessions; please let staff know at sign-up if you plan to bring your own equipment. All classes are free and open to the public! Classes run year-round; please inquire about upcoming sessions.

Topics Include:
• How to use a mouse
• Help navigating the new LINKcat catalog
• Signing up for an email/social networking account (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc.)
• Opening and attaching email files
• Scanning photographs and basic editing
• Accessing full-text magazine articles online
• Sprucing up your resume with style formatting
• Using Overdrive (e-books, downloadable audiobooks) on your computer or mobile device