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In Case of Emergency: The Basics of the iPhone Medical ID App and Health App

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Maker Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the basics of updating Medical ID and the Health app on your Iphone.  This enables first responders to access your name, emergency contacts and medical history/allergies if you become unconscious.

Android Clinic

1:00pm–2:30pm
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Maker Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Registration Required

Come and ask your Android phone/tablet questions in a group. The content of this class will be determined by the questions attendees ask.

Bring Graphics to Life: GIF Animation Essentials (Tech-Talk Webinar)

3:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Virtual
Event Details:

Make your graphics pop with GIF animations for images, websites, social media, newsletters, and YouTube. This session covers animation techniques, optimization tips, and best practices to make your content stand out online.

Christmas Eve Closing

5:00pm–8:00pm
Closing
Branches:
Colonie Library
Description:

Closing at 5pm for Christmas Eve

Christmas Day Closing

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Colonie Library

New Year's Eve Closing

5:00pm–8:00pm
Closing
Branches:
Colonie Library
Description:

Closing at 5pm for New Year's Eve

New Year's Day Closing

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Colonie Library

iPhone Intermediate

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Maker Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Registration Required

Do you already know the basics of your iPhone but want to learn more?  We will cover Spotlight Search and Control Center, Advanced Settings, Organizing and Updating Apps, Intermediate messaging and Intermediate Photos.  

Android Clinic

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Maker Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Registration Required

Come and ask your Android phone/tablet questions in a group. The content of this class will be determined by the questions attendees ask.

Say Goodbye to Password Hassles with Passkeys! (Tech-Talk Webinar)

3:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Virtual
Event Details:

Discover how passkeys can make your online logins faster and more secure without giving up your existing passwords.

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Closing

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Colonie Library
Description:

Closed in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr.'s birthday

Maker Lab: Digitize Your Aging Photos, Slides, Negatives, and VHS Tapes

1:30pm–3:00pm
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Maker Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn to use equipment in our Maker Lab to convert video, slides, negatives, and photos to digital formats. 

Covered in this class: slide/negative scanner, photo scanner, DVD duplicator, and VHS converter.

Disclaimer(s)

Maker Lab

This is a qualifying class for individual Maker Lab time. After attending this class, you can request an appointment to use this Maker Lab equipment on your own or with the help of a staff member.

iPad Basics

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Maker Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Registration Required

Do you have an iPad and need to learn how to use it?  This clinic will teach you the basics of using your device, as well as how to download free e-books from the library’s digital catalog.  Please feel free to bring your iPad and your library card.

OurStoryBridge: Connecting the Past and Present! (Tech-Talk Webinar)

3:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Virtual
Event Details:

Discover a revolutionary resource for producing an online crowdsourced, community story project emphasizing the collection and sharing of audio history, recognized by librarians across the country. 

Cutting the Cord: Alternatives to Traditional TV Services

1:00pm–2:30pm
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Maker Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we discuss and demonstrate additional TV options like using a digital antenna, smart devices, and streaming devices like Roku and Apple TV to cut costs or broaden your viewing content options.

In Case of Emergency: The Basics of the iPhone Medical ID App and Health App

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Maker Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the basics of updating Medical ID and the Health app on your Iphone.  This enables first responders to access your name, emergency contacts and medical history/allergies if you become unconscious.

Let AI Reveal the Story Behind Your Google Form Responses (Tech-Talk Webinar)

3:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Virtual
Event Details:

Learn how to use Google Forms not just to collect data, but to instantly summarize key insights with AI. 

Presidents' Day Closing

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Colonie Library
Description:

Closed in observance of Presidents' Day

Introduction to Python and AI

3:30pm–5:00pm
Teens
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Maker Lab
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the basics of Python and AI in this teen-led workshop series! For teens in grades 6 to 8. Registration required. Registration is for all 4 classes, February 17 to February 20. Please plan on attending all 4 sessions.

Introduction to Python and AI

3:30pm–5:00pm
Teens
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Maker Lab
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the basics of Python and AI in this teen-led workshop series! For teens in grades 6 to 8. Registration required. Registration is for all 4 classes, February 17 to February 20. Please plan on attending all 4 sessions.

Introduction to Python and AI

3:30pm–5:00pm
Teens
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Maker Lab
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the basics of Python and AI in this teen-led workshop series! For teens in grades 6 to 8. Registration required. Registration is for all 4 classes, February 17 to February 20. Please plan on attending all 4 sessions.

Introduction to Python and AI

3:30pm–5:00pm
Teens
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Maker Lab
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the basics of Python and AI in this teen-led workshop series! For teens in grades 6 to 8. Registration required. Registration is for all 4 classes, February 17 to February 20. Please plan on attending all 4 sessions.

iPhone Basics

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Maker Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Registration Required

Do you have an iPhone and need to learn the basics? We will cover external features, touch screen basics, Settings basics, Apps, calling, messaging (texting), and photo basics.

Discover 10 Free Web Tools We Use Continually (Tech-Talk Webinar)

3:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Virtual
Event Details:

Unlock creativity, streamline productivity, and elevate your digital presence.