The PCC has received a generous grant from Praxair, Inc. This new grant, along with the Walmart grant will allow classes to run throughout 2013!
Classes will begin in late January. We will post dates and times soon.
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Stop the Presses! New computer classes coming to the PCC in July…
The Public Computer Center will be offering three new free computer classes in July. The classes include…
Borrowing eBooks (July 11th and 20th, 2pm-4pm)
Learn to search, checkout, and download eBooks from the Buffalo & Erie County Library for your Nook, Kindle, or tablet.
Family Ancestry (July 18th, 2pm-4pm)
Trace your family’s roots with Ancestry Library Edition. Similar to Ancestry.com, this database is available for free at any library location.
Job Help! – Electronic Job Applications 101 (July 13th, 2pm-4pm)
Learn the basic skills necessary to complete online job applications. Mouse and typing skills, some basic familiarity with the Internet, a web-based email account are required.
All these classes will be at Julia Boyer Reinstein Library. “Click here” for the phone number, address, other information, and a list of our other scheduled classes.
The Blogging 101 with WordPress class is back!
We held our first Blogging 101 with WordPress class back in March and if you missed it you have another chance to sign up for it now…
This class is for the person who wants to create their own blog to write about their life experiences, express their opinions, or share their expertise in a certain area.
We will be using WordPress.com to create your blog, the same company that powers this site. The objectives for both parts can be found here. Students should plan on attending both sessions:
June 2,10:30am-12:30pm and June 9, 10:30am-12:30pm at the Julia Boyer Reinstein Library on Losson Road.
How do you sign up for this class? Please fill out and submit the form below. You will be called to confirm your registration a couple of days before class. Note – This is the only method for signing up this class.
Update 6/2/12 – The first part of the Blogging 101 for WordPress class has been held. Anyone who has some experience with WordPress and already has an account may still attend the second part. Please fill out the form below and “click” submit.
Update 6/12/12 – Both parts of the Blogging 101 with WordPress have pasted so signup is over. Check back for updates on when we will offer this class again.
Another Year, Another Location!
FREE Computer Classes are coming to the Anna M. Reinstein Memorial Library! That’s right. The PCC is expanding it’s operations and will be opening a second location at the Reinstein Memorial Library this month. Tuesday, January 24th is our inaugural class! We’ll be offering an array of computer and job help classes to strengthen your basic computing skills and help you to find employment. Want to learn more about Microsoft Office products like Word and Excel? We have classes on these topics, too! And did we mention they’re free?!
Check out our schedule online (you can see a preview below) or in the library and be sure to register early to secure your spot - class size is limited. Stop in the library or call 892-8089 to sign up.
Anna M. Reinstein Memorial Library
Job Help! is in full swing for the holiday season…
Ok, you’re still stuffed from Thanksgiving and now the days are counting down to Christmas with much to do. It’s easy to take a break from the job search this time of the year.
DON’T!
You never want to waste time in the job search. The PCC has a full slate of Job Help! programs scheduled for December so make a little time to take advantage of them. Let us help you keep focused and prepare to get your next job.
Job Search Strategies Thur. Dec. 1st 6-8pm Learn new ways to look for work. Bring a flash drive to save your work and stay for the open lab to get help with your job hunt and resume.
Vocational Career Workshop Fri. Dec. 2nd 2-4pm Learn about different careers, including job responsibilities, salary rates, and the education that these positions require. Networking strategies and resume writing will also be covered.
LinkedIn Thur. Dec. 8th 6-8pm Explore this social networking service for professionals – no matter what your career goals.
Job Interview Practice Mon. Dec. 19th 2-4pm Haven’t interviewed in a while? Get some practice and practical advice in this class. Bring your resume and cover letter.
Sign up at the library or call ahead to register (716-668-4991 ext. 14). Space is limited.
Don’t forget our Job Club meets every Tuesday at 10am. Job Club is a networking and support group for the job seeker. Everyone is welcome… Members share their experiences and plan for future meetings.
