As part of the beginning of the Summer Learning Program yesterday, our visit from Buddy the Dinosaur was very well-attended, with over 166 participants! It was so well-attended, in fact, that some families didn’t get a chance to take a picture with Buddy. In light of this fact, we have added a 2nd session with Buddy next Monday, July 1, at 1:00 PM. Please see the list of Summer Learning Program events for this additional appearance.
Technology Fair Schedule of Events
As a reminder, the Library’s Technology Fair next week on Tuesday, June 18, is fast approaching! As part of the program, there will be a number of scheduled presentations in the Community Room throughout the day on various topics, in addition to walk-in help on any questions you may have, provided by our team of volunteers. No signup is needed to attend.
For more information on the event, please see our previous post or check our events calendar entry. We hope to see you there!
Scheduled Presentations
| Time | Presenter | Topic |
| 10:30 am | Keith Eldred | Creating a Web Site |
| 11:00 am | Tom Robison | Computer Maintenance |
| 11:30 am | Tyler Zorger | Phones |
| 12:30 pm | James Huff | Productivity Software |
| 1:00 pm | Keith Eldred | Podcasting |
| 1:30 pm | Heather Lindskold | Using Google Services for Job Seekers |
| 2:00 pm | Tom Robison | Scams |
| 3:00 pm | James Huff | |
| 3:30 pm | Ed Garlena | Excel |
| 4:00 pm | Ed Garlena | iPads |
| 4:30 pm | Melanie | |
| 5:00 pm | Tyler Zorger | Phones |
| 5:30 pm | Eric Lindskold | Social Media |
Walk-in Help
| Tutor | Area of Inquiry | Availability |
| Tom Robison | General Computer Help | 10:00 am – 7:30 pm |
| Keith Eldred | Web Creation / Podcasting | 10:00 am – 3:00 pm |
| Eric Lindskold | Social Media | 4:00 pm – 7:30 pm |
| Heather Lindskold | Web & Job Search | 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm |
| Ed Garlena | Excel & iPad | 10:00 am – 11:00 am, 1:00 pm – 7:30 pm |
| James Huff | Productivity Software | 12:00 pm – 7:30 pm |
| Tyler Zorger | Phones | 10:00 am – 7:30 pm |
| Melanie Ramsey | 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm |
Summer Learning Program 2019: A Universe of Stories
The 2019 Summer Reading Program at the Library has commenced! This year’s theme is “A Universe of Stories,” and there will be reading, movies, and activities for all ages—from preschoolers to young adults. Signups are available for cadets for this FREE program, which runs June 24–August 10.
Please see the link above for briefing materials about the programs for various age groups and a list of events to prepare for the mission. Don’t be left on the launchpad, sign up today for a summer of imagination and adventure!
Technology Fair June 18
Whether you’re a digital novice or a more experienced computer user looking to expand your knowledge of online and digital skills, join us at the Library on June 18 for an all-day Technology Fair from 10 am to 7:30 pm. We encourage anyone with questions about technology to attend — from laptops, tablets, and cell phones to web sites, productivity software, and job searching.
No questions are too small or too big, and one-on-one assistance will be provided to help attendees with a variety of topics, whether you’re looking to improve your tech skills and knowledge for your personal or professional life. Special focus will be given to teaching participants how to use the web and other software to write resumes, search for jobs on the web, and use software to improve their job skills.
All are welcome to drop in and attend this event throughout the day — no prior registration is required! This program is part of the Libraries Lead with Digital Skills initiative of the Public Library Association (PLA) and the American Library Association (ALA), and is sponsored by Google’s Grow with Google program.
Can’t wait to get started? Here are some resources to help you learn any time:
- Grow with Google – Lessons on digital skills for job seekers, business owners, and learners
- DigitalLearn – Short video and text lessons for basic computer and digital skills
- Google Primer app – Learn business and digital marketing skills
- Get Your Business Online – Lessons and tools from Google for taking a business online
Walking Tours of Hollidaysburg at Springfest
Springfest is just around the corner on May 18th in Downtown Hollidaysburg! Presented by The Hollidaysburg Area Community Partnership, the event will feature free walking tours of historic buildings in Hollidaysburg.
There are two tours—one focusing on historic homes and another on Canal Era architecture—and each will be given at three times during the festivities. Each tour will depart from the Blair County Courthouse and will last up to one hour. For more information and to sign up to attend one of the tours, please check out one of the links below!
Walking Tour: Historic Homes of Hollidaysburg
10:00am 12:00pm 2:00pm
Walking Tour: Canal Era Tour
10:30am 12:30pm 2:30pm