Classes   <<  Programs

• Computer Classes
• English as a Second Language Classes
• Citizenship Classes
• Commercial Driver's License
• Brown Sugar Stitchers Guild
• Genealogy and Historical Research
• Creative Writing Group
• Learn Japanese

Computer Classes

Free, but registration is required. Registration begins the 15th of the month for classes scheduled for the following month. Space is limited. Call 404-370-8450, ext. 2259 to register.

Microsoft Excel 2003 Basics I & II

Learn to identify the basic parts of an Excel document and work with a sample spreadsheet. If you have never used a spreadsheet or aren’t sure what one is, then this is the class for you. This is a two-part class. Please sign up for both sessions. Mouse and keyboard proficiency, typing skills and computer experience working with Windows (or Microsoft WORD Basics) required.

Class size is limited. Registration began March 15. Call 404/370-8450, ext. 2259.

Wednesdays, April 16 and April 23, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM, Technology Training Center @ Hairston Crossing Library

Microsoft PowerPoint 2003 Basics

Learn how to move around in this presentation software program, and create a simple slide show. Mouse and keyboard proficiency, typing skills and computer experience working with Windows (or Microsoft WORD Basics) required.

Class size is limited. Registration began March 15. Call 404/370-8450, ext. 2259.

Wednesday, April 30, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM, Technology Training Center @ Hairston Crossing Library

Microsoft PowerPoint 2003 Basics

Learn how to move around in this presentation software program, and create a simple slide show. Mouse and keyboard proficiency, typing skills and computer experience working with Windows (or Microsoft WORD Basics) required. NOTE: Future training sessions will feature the 2007 version of PowerPoint.

Wednesday, May 7, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM, Technology Training Center @ Hairston Crossing Library

Microsoft Excel 2003 Basics I & II

Learn to identify the basic parts of an Excel document and work with a sample spreadsheet. If you have never used a spreadsheet or aren’t sure what one is, then this is the class for you.

This is a two-part class. Please sign up for both sessions. Mouse and keyboard proficiency, typing skills and computer experience working with Windows (or Microsoft WORD Basics) required.

Wednesdays, May 14 and May 21, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM, Technology Training Center @ Hairston Crossing Library

E-mail Basics

In this class, you will sign-up for a free, web-based e-mail account. You will also learn how to compose and send messages, including messages with attachments. Mouse and typing skills and internet experience required.

Class size limited to 8. Registration required.

Thursday, April 24, 8:45 - 10:00 AM Covington Library

Internet Basics

Learn what the Internet is and how to navigate it. Look for web sites using web addresses and perform some simple subject searches. Mouse & typing skills required.

Class size is limited. Registration began March 15. Call 404/370-8450, ext. 2259.

Saturday, April 26, 9:15 – 11:00 AM Decatur Library

Microsoft Publisher 2003 Basics

Learn the basics of creating simple publications using Microsoft Publisher. Design a greeting card and save it to disk. Mouse and keyboard proficiency, typing skills and computer experience working with Windows required. NOTE: Future training sessions will feature the 2007 version of Publisher.

Call 404/370-8450, ext. 2259 to register for class. Class size is limited. Registration began April 15.

Saturday, May 17, 9:15 – 11:00 AM, Decatur Library

Internet Basics

Get comfortable surfing the Internet. Keyboard and mouse experience required.

Session limited to 10 people. Please call to make a reservation. 770-512-4640

Tuesday, May 6, 10:00 - 11:30 AM, Dunwoody Library

E-mail Basics

Set up an e-mail account and learn how to send and retrieve messages. Basic computer, mouse, and Internet skills required.

Registration required. 770-482-3821

Thursday, May 15, 9:00 - 10:30 AM, Redan-Trotti Library

Excel Basics

Learn how to create basic spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel. Mouse and keyboard proficiency, typing skills and computer experience working with Windows required.

Registration required. Class size limited to 10. Call 404-286-6986

Wednesday, April 23, 9:30 -11:00 AM Scott-Candler Library

Computer Basics I:

Learn the parts of a computer, basic terminology, keyboard layout and how to use a mouse. No computer experience necessary.

Registration required. Class size limited to 10. Call 404-286-6986

Wednesday, May 7, 9:30 – 11:00 AM Scott-Candler Library

Internet Basics:

Learn what the Internet is and how to navigate it. Mouse and typing skills required.

Registration required. Class size limited to 10. Call 404-286-6986

Wednesday, May 21, 9:30 -11:00 AM Scott-Candler Library

E-mail Basics

Set up a Yahoo! e-mail account and learn how to send and retrieve messages. Basic computer, mouse, and Internet skills required.

Registration required. Class size limited to 10. Call 404-286-6986

Wednesday, May 28, 9:30 -11:00 AM Scott-Candler Library

Mouse, Computer and Keyboard Basics

Learn to use the mouse, keyboard and other basic computer skills. This class is for those with no computer experience.

Class size is limited. Call 404-286-6980 to register.

Tuesdays, April 8 and April 29, 9:00 – 10:00 AM, Wesley Chapel-William C. Brown Library

Mouse, Computer and Keyboard Basics

Learn to use the mouse, keyboard and other basic computer skills. This class is for those with no computer experience.

Class size is limited. Call 404-286-6980 to register.

Tuesdays, May 13 and May 27, 9:00 – 10:00 AM , Wesley Chapel-William C. Brown Library

Other Classes

Conducting Business Research at the Library

Learn about books, online databases and reference materials the Library has that can help you with a variety of topics, from writing your business plan to researching your prospective industry.

Wednesday, April 23, 7:00-8:30 PM Decatur Library

Free English as a Second Language classes

No registration needed.

Mondays 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM Brookhaven Library

Mondays 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Doraville Library

Tuesdays 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Decatur Library

Wednesdays, 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM Decatur Library

Wednesdays, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM Clarkston Library

Saturdays 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM Tucker Library

Sponsored by Literacy Volunteers of America-Metro Atlanta and DeKalb County Public Library. For more information, call LVA-MA at 404-239-9104 or DCPL Literacy Services at 404-370-8450, ext. 2240.

U.S. Citizenship Classes

Free.

Thursdays, 5:30-7:30 PM Chamblee Library

Commercial Driver's License

Assistance with training for the Highway Watch Online Test, required to obtain or renew a commercial driver's license.

Second Tuesday of each month, 9:00 AM, Doraville Library

Brown Sugar Stitchers Guild

Third Saturday of each month

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Wesley Chapel-William C. Brown Library

Genealogy and Historical Research group

Third Thursday of each month. 6:30 PM, Wesley Chapel-William C. Brown

Wesley Chapel Creative Writing Group

Aspiring writers have the opportunity to share their work and network. Light refreshments.

Fourth Tuesday of each month. 7:00 - 8:30 PM, Wesley Chapel-William C. Brown

Beginning Japanese

The Following Class is Full and No More Students Will Be Accepted

Learn Japanese!

Fridays, February 1 - May 30. 4:00 - 5:00 PM. Decatur Library Meeting Room