Computer Workshops

Exploring the Internet & Improving Core Computer Skills
Classes will be held in the new Technology Lab. Workshops are limited to twenty-two patrons with valid Glenview Library cards. Participants must be 18 years old; only registrants will be seated. Classes fill quickly. Registration opens on Monday, February 20 at 9 AM. For questions or to register, visit or call the Reference Services Desk at 847-729-7500, ext. 7700.

Core Skills/Internet Basics

Mouse Skills
Tuesday, March 13, 2-3:30 PM
Tuesday, April 3, 2-3:30 PM
Thursday, May 10, 2-3:30 PM
Introduction to basic skills needed to use the Internet effectively.

Basic Internet Searching
Tuesday, March 20, 2-3:30 PM
Tuesday, May 8, 2-3:30 PM
Lost in the Internet? We’ll help you find your way. Learn how to find and evaluate useful websites.

Intermediate Internet Searching
Wednesday, March 28, 2-3:30 PM
Wednesday, May 23, 2-3:30 PM
Spend less time searching and more time finding exactly what you need. Basic search skills required.

Microsoft Office

Introduction to Excel 2007
Monday, March 26, 2-3:30 PM
Learn to manipulate data using electronic spreadsheets.

Introduction to WORD 2007
Tuesday, April 10, 2-3:30 PM
Tuesday, May 22, 10-11:30 AM
Learn the basics of this popular word processing software.

Intermediate WORD 2007
Monday, April 30, 10-11:30 AM
Wednesday, May 30, 2-3:30 PM
Learn how to format your document, plus how to work with pictures and clip art.

Special Subjects

Beyond Google Group • Just Drop In
First Monday of the month
March 5, April 2 & May 7, 7-8:30 PM
Internet savvy is just a click away. Explore the latest Internet developments and search techniques. Your questions direct the discussion.

Files & Folders
Monday, March 12, 2-3:30 PM
Learn file organization and storage.

Business and Investing Resources
Tuesday, March 27, 2-3:30 PM
Investors, job seekers, and small businesses need information that Glenview Public Library databases provide — S&P, Morningstar, and more.

E-Bay Buying
Thursday, April 19, 2-3:30 PM
Learn to use eBay to purchase nearly anything you need or want at prices better than you can find in traditional brick and mortar or online stores. Prerequisite for eBay Selling Class.

NEW! Introduction to LinkedIn
Wednesday, April 25, 6:30-8 PM • Limit 40
Demonstration Only • Community Room West
Learn to create an account, update your profile, and use this popular tool for your online job search. Glenview Library card not required to register.

Finding Jobs Online
Wednesday, May 16, 6:30-8 PM
Look at databases you didn't know existed and conquer the hidden job market. Glenview Library card not required to register.

Exploring eBooks

eReader Drop-In Sessions
Wednesday, March 7, 7-8 PM
Wednesday, April 11, 2-3 PM
Saturday, May 5, 10-11 AM
Drop in for a one-to-one session and learn how to download an eBook to your eReader. First-come, first-served.

Introduction to MyMediaMall
Thursday, March 15, 10-11:30 AM
Wednesday, April 18, 2-3:30 PM
Friday, May 11, 2-3:30 PM
Learn how to download eBooks and eAudiobooks to a computer or eReader from the Library's free collection. Time will be allotted for questions and answers.

Genealogy Workshops & Programs

HeritageQuest® Online
Friday, April 27, 2-3:30 PM
Use this database to find your family in the census and other federal documents, books, and magazine articles.

Immigration Records for Genealogy
Thursday, May 17, 2-3:30 PM
Find records generated by your ancestors' journey to this country and discover where your ancestors came from.

Genealogy First Tuesdays
March 6, 2-4:30 PM,
April 3, 6-8:30 PM, May 1, 2-4:30 PM
Genealogy First Tuesdays is designed to help genealogy enthusiasts break down their "brick walls." Informal, unstructured meetings allow participants to explore topics and tools in genealogy, including books, library databases, and websites. Share tips and tricks with others in a relaxed environment.

Meet Glenview's Founding Families
A National Library Week Special Lecture
Thursday, April 12, 2-3 PM • Community Room
Join local author and Glenview historian Beverly Dawson for a program focusing on early Glenview history and founding families. Glenview Library card not required to register.