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Learning

FREE Online Instruction Center

Ed2Go offers a wide range of highly interactive courses that can be taken entirely over the Internet.

FREE Classes at the Thousand Oaks Library

Due to limitations in class size, registration is required.

Adults or young adults ages high school and up may register for all classes at the Reference Desk at the Grant R. Brimhall Library, 1401 East Janss Road, or call 805-449-2660, option 5.

Sign up is also available at the Newbury Park Branch Reference Desk, 2331 Borchard Road in Newbury Park, or by phone at 805-498-2139, option 5.

Check the calendar on the library's website for more information about classes and other special events.

Library Home Page: www.toaks.org/library

Locations of programs:
GRB = Grant R. Brimhall Library
NPB = Newbury Park Branch Library

Job Search Resources

Explore the resources available at the Thousand Oaks Library to help with your job search. We will look at tools to help you with self-assessment, finding job openings, preparing résumés, cover letters, employment applications, and preparing for your interviews.

Date Day Library Time Room
May 14 Tuesday GRB 10:30 - 12:00 p.m. Technology Training Room*
May 30 Thursday GRB 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. Technology Training Room

e-Readers and e-Books: An Introduction

An introduction to some of the major e-Readers, including the Sony Reader, the Nook, and the iPad. Also includes an introduction on how to download library e-Books to these devices. Students are not required to bring their own e-Reader device.

Date Day Library Time Room
Mar. 28 Thursday GRB 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Technology Training Room*
Apr. 8 Monday GRB 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Technology Training Room*
May 16 Thursday NPB 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Meeting Room
Jun. 13 Thursday GRB 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Technology Training Room*

Computer Basics I

This class covers the very basics of using a computer, from learnign the keyboard layout and controlling themouse to navigating the desktop. Students will also learn how to work with files and folders.

Date Day Library Time Room
Apr. 9 Tuesday NPB 1:30 - 3:15 p.m. Meeting Room

Computer Basics II

Learn the basics of Microsoft Word, including how to manipulate text, edit documents, and use menus and toolbars. Prerequisites: Familiarity with using the keyboard and mouse.

Date Day Library Time Room
Apr. 23 Tuesday NPB 10:30 - 12:00 p.m. Meeting Room

Internet and the World Wide Web: The Basics

An introductory Internet class. Topics covered include basic functions of the Internet, using Web browsers, navigating and evaluating Web pages. Prerequisites: Some experience with using a mouse and ability to work in a "Windows" environment.

Date Day Library Time Room
May 7 Tuesday NPB 10:30 - 12:00 p.m. Meeting Room

Social Networking: Keeping Up with Family and Friends

Online social networks like Twitter, My Space and Facebook are rapidly changing the way we live, work, and interact. Find out what they are, why they are so popular, and whether or not you're ready to get on board. Participants should know their email account login and password.

Date Day Library Time Room
Apr. 24 Monday GRB 10:30 - 12:15 p.m. Technology Training Room*
May 22 Wednesday GRB 6:00 - 7:45 p.m. Technology Training Room

*Before Library Hours - please enter at the side door near the Children's Library entrance.


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Grant R. Brimhall Library • 1401 E. Janss Road • Thousand Oaks, CA 91362 • (805) 449 2660
Newbury Park Branch Library • 2331 Borchard Road • Newbury Park, CA 91320 • (805)498 2139

Copyrighted 2012 Revised: 1/7/2012