
We offer a variety of computer, technology, and mobile skill classes. You can also learn how to download and stream with your Library card and get a variety of tips and tricks on our blog.
Need help? Ask a Library staff member at any of our locations or call, text or email Ask-a-Librarian. The Tinker Station helpline at (317) 275-4500 is also available. It is staffed by device experts who can answer questions about how to read, watch and listen on a PC, tablet or phone.
Upcoming Classes
Senior Tech Academy
Wayne Branch
Older adults seeking to become confident using the internet to effectively accomplish their goals are invited to attend a 4-week academy. Explore topics including managing privacy and spotting online scams/phishing, while building skills necessary to use the internet and manage emails.
Intro To Google Docs Series
Southport Branch
Learn how to create documents such as letters, resumes, and flyers with Google Docs in this three-part series. Week 1 - Layout, Navigation, and Formatting Text; Week 2 - Document and Text Formatting Basics; Week 3 - Inserting Tables and Collaboration Tools
Adobe Audition
Central Library
Explore basic audio editing by creating a brief project from start to finish. Learn how to start a new project, edit, mix, record, and restore audio using Adobe Audition!
Digital Creativity Workstations
Looking to edit photos, videos, audio or make a new graphic design? Or want to use the Library's learn-on-demand collection to learn how? The Digital Creativity Workstations have specialized software to support multimedia projects including Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Vegas Pro Video Editor, and more. These workstations are available at Eagle, East 38th Street, and Fort Ben. A reservation is required. Make a Digital Creativity Workstation reservation.
We offer a variety of digital creativity classes to help you get started on your next project. See the schedule of our upcoming digital creativity classes.
- 3D Printing
Adults ages 18 and up are invited to learn the basics of 3D printing from concept to creation using Tinkercad, the S5 Ultimaker, and other 3D printers.
- Adobe Creative Cloud
Make icons, social posts, logos, graphics, and more — no matter your skill level. Learn to use Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat Pro, Premiere Pro, After Effects, InDesign, Adobe Express, Audition, and Animate.
- Canva
Learn how to use the free online graphic design tool Canva. Create a custom digital design for greeting cards, business cards, flyers, and more. Share your designs online or by printing them.
- Cricut
This class will guide you step-by-step through Design Space, the software for designing Cricut projects. Explore the Design Space canvas and the functions and tools bringing your designs to life. Learn about the material prep screen and unloading and assembling a beginner-level cut project.
- Wix.com
Learn the first steps in using the Wix program’s free drag-and-drop editor and templates for creating a customized website. No coding knowledge is required!
Reading Recommendations from Our Tech Learning Team
Whether you are a beginner or looking to build on your current skills, our Tech Learning Team has gathered some of their favorite books and resources to help you! See all the Tech Learning Team book lists.
- Adobe InDesign Resources
- Build Websites with Wix.com with the Tech Learning Team
- Information Literacy for the Digital Age
- Internet Basics with the Tech Learning Team
- Keep It Private - Data Privacy
- Library Explorer: Read, Watch, and Listen Online
- Microsoft PowerPoint Basics with the Tech Learning Team
- Microsoft Word Basics with the Tech Learning Team
- Online Safety and Privacy for Kids and Caretakers
- Online Safety for Teens and Tweens
- Smartphone Explorer: Discover the Natural World
- Tech Explorers: Microsoft Excel