Programs

An introductory class on Microsoft Excel for beginners with little or no Excel experience. Build on your basic Microsoft Excel skills and learn to use Excel data effectively.

In this second session you will:

1. - Practice data entry and formatting
2. - Manipulate rows and columns
3. - Create and copy simple formulas 
4. - Convert data to a Table then sort and filter
5. - Create your first chart

Upon completion of this class students will be able to get more from their data using tables, filters and charts.

Pre-requisites:  Excel Basics Part 1 or equivalent knowledge. Basic mouse and keyboard skills required.

If you identify as a person with a disability and require an accessibility accommodation to participate in this program, please contact Accessibility Services by email, accessibleservices@tpl.ca, or voicemail, 416-393-7099, to make a request. Please contact us at least three weeks in advance.

Computers for Beginners is a series of classes designed to take a learner with none, or very few skills, from zero to a solid grounding in absolute basics. Each class is set up to connect with the previous and next class in a series format. 

This Neighbourhood Tech Kit is generously supported by Robert and Charlie Janson. 

Thursday May 1: Use The Mouse
Thursday May 8: Use The Keyboard
Thursday May 15: Use the Web
Thursday May 22: Use Google Search and Maps
Thursday May 29: Use Windows 10
Thursday June 5: Use Email

Registration required. Please register at the branch or by calling 416-393-7732.

If you or your child lives with a disability, and requires an accessibility accommodation to participate in this program, please contact Accessibility Services by email accessibleservices@tpl.ca, or voicemail, 416-393-7099, to make a request. Please contact us at least three weeks in advance.

Prerequisites: Some computer experience is required; beginner mouse and keyboard skills are required.  

In this class you will:
-Review key concepts learned in Excel Basics 1
-Insert rows and columns
-Fill a range
-Enter data and resize columns
-Freeze and unfreeze columns and rows
-Create a table
-Create a chart

Registration: Space is limited.  To register, visit or call Riverdale Library at 416-393-7720.  

If you identify as a person with a disability and require an accessibility accommodation to participate in this program, please contact Accessibility Services by email, accessibleservices@tpl.ca, or voicemail, 416-393-7099, to make a request. Please contact us at least three weeks in advance.

Learn to create your first 3D project; design a nametag and more with free online design tool!

This is an in-person program.

Registration is required. Registration begins April 17th at 12:30pm.

Note: Your spot will not be guaranteed after 5 minutes of the start of the program.

If you identify as a person with a disability or as a person who is Deaf, and require an accessibility accommodation to participate in this program, please contact Accessibility Services by email, accessibleservices@tpl.ca, or voicemail, 416-393-7099, to make a request. Please contact us at least three weeks in advance.

An introductory class on Microsoft Excel for absolute beginners with little or no Excel experience. 

· Learn the basic function and design of Excel files

· Practice basic data entry for text, numbers, and basic functions: Sum, AutoSum and Average

· Create and save your first workbook and worksheets

 Upon completion of this class students will be able to use Excel at a basic level.

Pre-requisites: Basic mouse and keyboard skills are required.

Registration required. Registration begins April 20th. Register in person or call 416-394-5240.

If you identify as a person with a disability and require an accessibility accommodation to participate in this program, please contact Accessibility Services by email, accessibleservices@tpl.ca, or voicemail, 416-393-7099, to make a request. Please contact us at least three weeks in advance.

Learn the fundamentals of video editing using Adobe Premiere Pro, an industry standard video editing software on PC and Mac. Basic video editing techniques such as using transitions and titles, adding audio, cutting and splicing, and mastering the timeline will be taught.

This class is for beginners but assumes you have mouse navigation and keyboarding skills.

The recommended age for participation is 13+. Computers will be provided.

Toronto Public Library is committed to accessibility. Please call or email us if you are Deaf or have a disability and would like to request accommodation to participate in this program. Please let us know as far in advance as possible and we will do our best to meet your request. At least three weeks' notice is preferred. Phone 416-393-7099 or email accessibleservices@tpl.ca.

Learn how to alter and retouch images using Adobe Photoshop CC, an industry standard software for PC & Mac. In this hands-on class, you will learn to work with basic tools to resize, crop, modify colour, filter and add text to an image using our MacBook laptops.

For more information about this program please contact dihonline@tpl.ca

If you identify as a person with a disability and require an accessibility accommodation to participate in this program, please contact Accessibility Services by email, accessibleservices@tpl.ca, or voicemail, 416-393-7099, to make a request. Please contact us at least three weeks in advance.

Learn how to alter and retouch images using Adobe Photoshop CC, an industry standard software for PC & Mac. In this hands-on class, you will learn to work with basic tools to resize, crop, modify colour, filter and add text to an image using our MacBook laptops.

This class is for beginners but assumes you have mouse navigation and keyboard skills. The recommended age for participation is 13+. Computers will be provided.

For more information about this program please contact dihonline@tpl.ca.

Toronto Public Library is committed to accessibility. Please call or email us if you are Deaf or have a disability and would like to request accommodation to participate in this program. Please let us know as far in advance as possible and we will do our best to meet your request. At least three weeks' notice is preferred. Phone 416-393-7099 or email accessibleservices@tpl.ca.

In this class, participants will learn how to maintain online privacy through safely securing accounts and devices; develop a strong password and review the best methods for storing passwords; and learn about various online threats such as malware, phishing, hacking, etc.

Handout and laptop will be provided.

Registration required. Please visit the branch or call 416-393-7657 to register.

Learn how to alter and retouch images using Adobe Photoshop CC, an industry standard software for PC & Mac. In this hands-on class, you will learn to work with basic tools to resize, crop, modify colour, filter and add text to an image using our MacBook laptops.

This class is for beginners but assumes you have mouse navigation and keyboard skills.

The recommended age for participation is 13+. Computers will be provided.

Toronto Public Library is committed to accessibility. Please call or email us if you are Deaf or have a disability and would like to request accommodation to participate in this program. Please let us know as far in advance as possible and we will do our best to meet your request. At least three weeks' notice is preferred. Phone 416-393-7099 or email accessibleservices@tpl.ca.

If you have any questions about this Pop-Up Learning Labs program, please email dihonline@tpl.ca

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