This class, geared towards beginners, will introduce you to file types and folder organization as well as drive management and storage options.
Participants will learn how to create new documents, edit and save documents to the hard drive and a removable drive. Please bring a USB to class if you would like to save your work.
**Please bring their personal laptop computer (PC only) so that they can view and install various free malware and virus protection apps that will be discussed during the class.**
English
Do you feel your resume need to be revised or updated? Look no further. Meet a Future U College and Career Advisor in-person at the Northwest Library to look over your resume and give you some refresher and refining techniques that can help get your resume noticed. This process is to give advice, recommendations, and feedback that can truly help you move forward with you career journey.
Join us weekly on Mondays from 2:00PM to 3:30PM to practice speaking English with other intermediate and advanced learners. Please register for the class by filling out a student application at our front desk.
Tenemos una clase de inglés conversacional cada lunes a las 2:00 de la tarde. En esta clase puede practicar el inglés platicando con otros estudiantes intermedios y avanzados. Por favor llene la solicitud de registro y entréguela a nuestro escritorio de servicio antes de llegar a la clase.
Join us at the HCPL Stratford Branch Library for
Tiny Tots Storytime with other toddlers and parents/caregivers.
Storytime fosters early literacy skills and a love for reading in a cozy, welcoming environment. Books, stories, songs, movements and group play time. Come and develop your child’s early literacy skills in this supportive, community environment.
Is it okay for my child to eat pizza for breakfast? How many words should a four-year-old know? Get answers to your parenting questions, in a casual and fun environment. Chat with experts while your children enjoy a variety of toys and activities. Topics include:
- Early Literacy and General Parenting
- Speech, Hearing, and Language
- Child Development
- Nutrition
- Music and Movement
This series of workshops is for parents/caregivers with children ages 0 to 5.
Is it okay for my child to eat pizza for breakfast? How many words should a four-year-old know? Get answers to your parenting questions, in a casual and fun environment. Chat with experts while your children enjoy a variety of toys and activities. Topics include:
- Early Literacy and General Parenting
- Speech, Hearing, and Language
- Child Development
- Nutrition
- Music and Movement
This series of workshops is for parents/caregivers with children ages 0 to 5.
Toddler-Time for Walkers & Non-talkers/Babblers
Read, sing, and grow with your young one. Meet other parents and help your child learn.
Teens! Need service hours? Wanting to support and show up for the community? Pick up your volunteer application packet the last week of every month to attend the volunteer orientation.
Apply to be a volunteer at the library this summer, and help support the community for Summer Reading Program at the HCPL-West U.
Schedule a one-on-one and receive assistance with common computer tasks, Microsoft Word and Excel, and internet navigation. Whether you’re learning to use your computer, smartphone, or tablet, our knowledgeable staff here to guide you every step of the way. 1-hour appointments are available on Wednesdays at 2 PM and 3 PM. Registration opens one week in advance.
ESL Classes (Various Levels)
All of HCPL English-learning classes are taught by trained volunteer tutors and are completely free to attend. Learning materials are provided.
Beginner ESL Classes for Adults who speak little or no English. You will practice speaking, reading, writing and listening.
Advanced ESL Classes & Conversation Club for Adults who want to reach fluency in English. Practice speaking, reading, writing and listening with native speakers in a nonjudgmental environment.