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 Wednesday, February 23 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 15, 2-3:30 PM
Thursday, May 5, 10-11:30 AM
Introduction to basic skills needed to use the Internet effectively.

Basic Internet Navigation
Tuesday, April 5, 10-11:30 AM
Lost in the Internet? We’ll help you find your way. Learn how to find and evaluate useful websites.

Intermediate Internet Navigation
Thursday, April 14, 2-3:30 PM
Spend less time searching and more time finding exactly what you need.

Microsoft Office

Introduction to WORD 2007
Wednesday, March 9, 2-3:30 PM
Tuesday, May 3, 10-11:30 AM
Learn the basics of this popular word processing software.

Intermediate WORD 2007
Wednesday, March 23, 10-11:30 AM
Monday, May 23, 2-3:30 PM
Learn how to format your document and how to work with basic graphics.

Introduction to EXCEL 2007
Wednesday, April 13 2-3:30 PM
Learn to manipulate data using electronic spreadsheets.

Special Subjects

Beyond Google Group • Just Drop In
First Monday of the month
March 7 & May 2, 7-8:30 PM (No April Meeting)
Internet savvy is just a click away. Explore the latest Internet developments and search techniques. Your questions direct the discussion—bring them with you. New members welcome.

Finding Jobs Online
Monday, March 28, 6-7:30 PM
Leave monster.com and want ads behind. Look at databases you didn't know existed and conquer the hidden job market.

Online Accounts
Tuesday, April 26, 2-3:30 PM
Set up & manage your individual eBay account as well as a PayPal account for buying & selling safely online. Bring checking account and credit card information.

Business and Investing Resources
Wednesday, April 27, 2-3:30 PM
Set up & manage your individual eBay account as well as a PayPal account for buying & selling safely online. Bring checking account and credit card information.

Files & Folders
Wednesday, May 18, 2-3:30 PM
Learn file organization and storage.

Genealogy Workshops

Genealogy's Big Two - Ancestry Library Edition & Heritage Quest
Thursday, March 31, 2-3:30 PM
Advance your family research skills by learning how to get the most out of these two major online genealogy resources.

Immigration Records
Tuesday, May 24, 10-11:30 AM
Locate immigration records - key components of your family research - online, the fast and easy way.

Exploring eBooks

Introduction to MyMediaMall
Wednesday, March 2, 7-8 PM
Thursday, March 24, 10-11 AM
Discover the Glenview Library's collection of free, downloadable eBooks and Audiobooks. Learn how to download an eBook to a computer and Nook e-reader. Please note: downloading to other personal handheld devices will not be demonstrated.

Nook eBook Reader Drop-In Sessions
Saturdays, March 5, April 2, May 7, 2-4 PM
Thursday, March 10, 6-8 PM
Monday, April 4, 2-4 PM
Wednesday, May 18, 10-12 AM
Drop in for a one-to-one session and learn how to download an eBook to your Nook. First-come, first-served.