Computer Training
Program - Computer Training

Group computer classes for adults are offered at the Central Library this Fall. A variety of topics will be covered for both the new and more advanced computer user. Registration starts on Monday, August 30th at
9:30 a.m.

A valid Pickering Public Library card is required for all computer training sessions.
Call the Central Library for more information or to register, 905-831-6265 ext. 6243.

Limit 10 participants per class.

Computer Program: Learning to use a Mouse
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At the Central Library:use
Wednesday, September 8th, 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Registration starts on Monday, August 30th at
9:30 a.m.
A valid Pickering Public Library card is
required for all computer training sessions. Call for more information or to register, 905-831-6265 ext. 6243

iHelp: Digital Photo Editing 101

At the Central Library: Tuesday, September 14th, 7:00 p.m. to 8:45 p.m.

Learn basic digital photo editing using Adobe Photoshop. Remove red eye, crop pictures adn more to improve the quality of your photographs.
Registration begins Tuesday, September 8th at 9:30 a.m.

iHelp: Software Freedom Day

At the Central Library: Saturday, September 18th, 12:00 p.m. to 4:45 p.m.

Software Freedom Day celebrates open source technologies. There will be short demonstrations of free alternative software throughout the afternoon at the iHelp Desk and the Lobby of Central Library.

Computer Program: Basic Computing
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At the Central Library: Wednesday, September 22nd, 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Basic keyboarding and mouse skills are required.
Registration starts on Monday, August 30th at
9:30 a.m.
A valid Pickering Public Library card is
required for all computer training sessions. Call for more information or to register 905-831-6265 ext. 6243

Women's Discussion Group
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At the Central Library: Saturdays, 11:00 a.m. (Monthly) September 25th, October 23rd and November 7th.

This Fall the Library is starting a new discussion group just for women to talk about the issues of the day, meet with other women, and have fun! This group meets monthly. Registration is required.

Non-Fiction Book Club
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At the Central Library: Tuesdays, 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. (Monthly) September 28th, October 26th and November 30th.

From Biology to Biographies, Philosophy to Paleontology, it’s all entertaining non-fiction. This book club is for those who like to learn as they read, but still enjoy a good story. Snacks are provided. Registration is required.

Naturopathy and Autism
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At the Petticoat Creek Branch: Thursday, September 9th at 7:00 p.m.

This session is about what naturopathic medicine is and what are the different forms of treatment that can be applied to Autism. Presented by Dr. El-Hashemy of the Naturopathic Medicinal Institute in Toronto. Registration is required.

Safe Sex
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At the Central Library: Wednesday, September 22nd at 7:00 p.m.

AIDS and other sexually transmitted diseases are a risk to any adult regardless of age, race, or sexual orientation. However, HIV surveillance shows that 11 % of all new AIDS cases are in people over the age of 50. The AIDS Committee of Durham Region is here to provide a frank discussion on safe sex, along with an introduction on HIV and AIDS.

Murder at the Library
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At the Central Library: Thursday, September 23rd at 7:00 p.m.

Canadian authors Vicki Delany and Jill Edmondson will be
reading from their latest mystery novels. Copies of their books will be available for purchase. Registration is required.

Computer Training
Program - Computer Training

Group computer classes for adults are offered at the Central Library this Fall. A variety of topics will be covered for both the new and more advanced computer user. Registration starts on Monday, August 30th at
9:30 a.m.

A valid Pickering Public Library card is required for all computer training sessions.

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