Technology and STEM Programs for Adults - October 2023

From: New Canaan Library
October 10, 2023

Cricut Crafts for Adults: Bookmarks Anderson MakerLab
Tuesday, 10/10 6:30 pm

Create your very own bookmark using the Cricut machine! Before we create our bookmarks, we will start with an introduction to the Cricut Maker- a machine that can cut and draw on a wide-range of material.

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Get Creative With Canva!
Craig B. Tate Room
Friday, 10/13 11:00 am

Canva is a free online tool that makes it easy to create professional or fun graphics for social media posts, posters, flyers and more. You will learn how to open a free Canva account, how to create a design using templates and stock photos/elements, and how to upload your own images to truly customize your creations.  

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Create Your Own Website with Google Sites
Craig B. Tate Room
Saturday, 10/14 12:00 pm

Have you ever wanted to create your own website? Create one using Google Sites' user-friendly interface that features numerous templates, themes, and options to customize the look and feel of your own website. No coding experience is required!  

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Database Highlight: MedlinePlus and PubMed
McLaughlin Meeting Room
Friday, 10/20 10:00 am

Interested in the databases that New Canaan Library has to offer? Join to learn how to access and use New Canaan Library's medical databases, MedlinePlus and PubMed.

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Introduction to Microsoft Excel: Fundamentals
Craig B. Tate Room
Monday, 10/23 6:00 pm

This workshop will teach you the basics of creating a Microsoft Excel spreadsheet. Topics to be covered include entering data and formulas, moving and copying data, formatting, and print previewing worksheets.

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Tech Tuesdays: Shop Smarter With Consumer Reports!
McLaughlin Meeting Room
Tuesday, 10/24 1:00 pm

Start planning your next big purchase with Consumer Reports! You’ll learn how to access the database from anywhere, browse reviews, compare products, read informative articles, find helpful guides for major purchasing decisions, and more. All you need to begin is your New Canaan Library card!

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Recurring Technology Programs

Open Tech
McLaughlin Meeting Room
Tuesdays, 2:00- 4:00 pm

If you have questions about social media, email, smart phones, or accessing our digital library, stop in to get one-on-one assistance with a tech librarian. Drop in tech help is limited to 20 minutes. Tech help will be given on a first-come-first-serve basis.

Open MakerLab Hours
Anderson MakerLab
Wednesdays, 4:00- 6:00 pm

Drop by the MakerLab to explore the creative space. Each week will have a featured project to help get your inspiration flowing. Open MakerLab Hours are a great time to get help with a project, use tools or equipment and ask questions about using the space! For ages 8+

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