Computer Classes

Classes are held in the Conference room (unless otherwise indicated) using laptops owned by the library. Class size is limited to 6 people. Registration is required.

If you would like to print a flyer for reference, there are two versions available: class descriptions with dates and class descriptions without dates.

 If you find you are unable to attend a class you are registered for, please call the Adult Reference Desk at 248-618-7693 to cancel as soon as possible to make your space available for someone on the waiting list.


Computer Basics for the Computer Shy

Saturday, February 4 at 10:00 a.m.

We’ll cover the absolute basics of a computer, including the parts, procedures for use, and how to move a mouse. This class is for complete computer beginners!

Internet 101

Saturday, February 11 at 10:00 a.m.

We’ll cover the basics of getting online, viewing web pages, and doing basic internet searches. This class is for internet beginners who have basic computer knowledge about how to move a mouse.

Using Email

Saturday, February 25 at 10:00 a.m.

We’ll cover how to reply and forward, how to search your email, use folders, how to do attachments and, maybe more. This class is for people who already have an email account.

Basic Microsoft Word 2016

Saturday, March 4 at 10:00 a.m.

We’ll cover entering text, basic formatting and copy/paste. This class is for people with basic computer knowledge.

Introduction to Excel 2016

Saturday, March 11 at 10:00 a.m.

We’ll start with an overview of Excel, and go over how to enter and edit data in cells, formatting cells, and basic formulas such as addition and subtraction. Basic computer knowledge and familiarity with Microsoft Word and/or other Microsoft Office application(s) are prerequisites for this class.

Intermediate Excel Part 1 and Part 2

Part 1

Saturday, March 25 at 10:00 a.m.

This session covers conditional formatting and math, date, and text functions, and Names on the Formula menu. Filtering and sorting from the Data menu are also covered. This is a two-part class. Please register for both part 1 and part 2 of this class.

Part 2

Saturday, April 1 at 10:00 a.m.

This session covers lookup, reference, and logical functions on the Formula menu. Advanced filtering, grouping, data validation, and goal seeking from the Data menu are also covered. This is a two-part class. Please register for both part 1 and part 2 of this class.