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  • Registration is required
  • Seating is limited.
  • If we have too few registrants, the class will be canceled.
  • Some classes require a valid library card. Please allow yourself time to update your card at our Information Desk.
  • We have a limited amount of laptops. If you prefer to bring your laptop, please let the instructor know: KAMARAL@TIVERTONLIBRARY.ORG.

January

iPhone 101: Buttons, Swiping and Power

Tuesday, January 7, 2025, at 2:00 pm
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This is a great beginner class for folks new to (or struggling with) iPhones. Learn the functions of the buttons and how to swipe. We will also demonstrate how to turn the phone off and make an emergency call. Recommended for folks with iPhone 10 and newer. 

Kindly note, that if we have too few registrants, the class will be canceled.

iPhone 101: Apple ID, Settings and Storage  

Tuesday, January 14, 2025, at 2:00 pm
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Learn how to locate your Apple ID, how to change important phone settings, and how much storage your phone has left.

Kindly note, that if we have too few registrants, the class will be canceled.

iPhone 101: Contacts, Calling and Texting   

Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at 2:00 pm
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Learn how to add, locate, text, and call a contact.

Kindly note, that if we have too few registrants, the class will be canceled.

iPhone 101: Camera and Photos  

Tuesday, January 28, 2025, at 2:00 pm
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Learn to open the camera, take a photo, and view your photo. Time permitting, we will learn how to edit a photograph and view the different shooting modes.

Kindly note, that if we have too few registrants, the class will be canceled.

February

ASKRI: Flipster Digital Magazines

Tuesday, February 4, 2025, at 2:00 pm
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Learn how to download popular digital magazines to your computer or mobile device. 

Kindly note, that if we have too few registrants, the class will be canceled.

ASKRI: MANGO Language Learning

Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at 2:00 pm
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If you’ve always wanted to learn a new language, but don’t want to pay, then join us to learn MANGO, a free language-learning program. Choose from over 70 languages!

Kindly note, that if we have too few registrants, the class will be canceled.

ASKRI: PPL Digital Collections

Tuesday, February 18, 2025, at 2:00 pm
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Learn how to access more than 14,000 photographs, postcards, manuscripts, and oral histories. Sources include the American Civil War and slavery, the whaling industry, Rhode Island’s LGBTQ community, and more. 

Kindly note, that if we have too few registrants, the class will be canceled.

ASKRI: Novelist Readers’ Advisory

Tuesday, February 25, 2025, at 2:00 pm
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Not sure what to read next? Looking for an author that is similar to your favorite writer?! Need a book discussion guide for your book group? Then join us to learn about Novelist.

Kindly note, that if we have too few registrants, the class will be canceled.

March

Quitting Cable & Streaming

Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at 2:00 pm
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Thinking of ditching cable? Interested in streaming? Not sure how to watch the Red Sox and local news when you give it all up?! Then join us for “Quitting Cable.” We will cover devices, streaming services, and more. 

Kindly note, that if we have too few registrants, the class will be canceled.

Introduction to A.I. with a  Live Demo

Tuesday, March 11, 2025, at 2:00 pm
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) is taking the world by storm! Join us for a brief presentation about what AI is and enjoy a demo of ChatGPT, Google Gemini, and Microsoft Copilot.

Kindly note, that if we have too few registrants, the class will be canceled.

Introduction To the Library Card Catalog (Desktop version)

Tuesday, March 18, 2025, at 2:00 pm
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Learn how to log into your account. Take a tour of checkouts and holds. We will also use the search feature and filters.  

 

Kindly note, that if we have too few registrants, the class will be canceled.

Library Account Tips & Tricks (Desktop Version)

Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at 2:00 pm
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This is for folks who are already familiar with our library card catalog. Learn how to build saved searches and lists. Saved searches are a great way to quickly find the latest books by your favorite author or on your favorite topic. Lists are a good way of keeping track of favorite books or what you’ve read.

Kindly note, that if we have too few registrants, the class will be canceled.

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