Upcoming Computer Classes

Computer Classes are free and open to all ages 16 and up. Seniors Classes at R. B. Hoover are aimed at new computer users ages 50 and up.

Please call the library where your class is being held to reserve your spot in the class.

Computer classes change each month. If you don’t see the class you want, check next month. Schedules are released on or around the 15th of the month for the next month.

There will be No Classes between November 10 and 16 because of the Annual Library Booksale. Join us Nov 13—16 at the HOT Fairgrounds.

The Library will be Closed Nov. 27 and 28 for Thanksgiving

Basic Computers for Seniors

This beginner’s class is an excellent place to start. Learn to turn the computer on and off. Take the Mouse Tutorial. Understand the parts of the computer and computer terms. Learn how your computer is organized and create folders so you can find your files. Customize the computer to make it easier for you to use.

Basic Internet

Tired of searching the Internet and not finding what you want? Take this class to get basic web page navigation tips such as clicking, scrolling and browsing. Learn about web addresses and how to create your own favorites list. Use a search engine like Google or Yahoo to find web pages that interest you and contain quality information.

Advanced Microsoft Word

Learn text and paragraph formatting techniques. Use headers and footers. Add page numbers and text boxes. Create columns and more. Change paper size and set margins. Copy and paste from web pages. Open a file from a CD and save your file. Requires: Microsoft Word Basics

Microsoft Excel Basics

Learn about the basic tools of Excel. Create a basic practice spreadsheet, enter data, perform simple math calculations, and create a chart using that data. Save and print your spreadsheet. Requires basic computer skills

Advanced Microsoft Excel

Learn more about using Excel, including formatting, inserting columns, creating formulas, sorting alphabetically and more.

Learn to do more by e-mail, including forwarding a message, opening an attachment, attaching a photo to an e-mail, saving a draft message, and organizing your mail.

Requires: Introducing E-mail class or having your own Gmail account.

Powerpoint Basics

Learn to create a basic powerpoint presentation. Create slides, format them and add images. Print handouts. Save and Open your file Requires: Comfort with the mouse and keyboard. Basic Word skills.

Photos with Flickr

Post your photos online for family and friends to share. Create photo sets, add notes, and choose layouts. Learn how to invite friends to visit your private photo album online, and more. Requires: basic familiarity with using the Internet and e-mail.

Microsoft Word Fun Flyers

Make a flyer for family, organization or work. Learn to create a folding brochure layout. Work with text and pictures. Use WordArt for titles and special effects. Requires: Microsoft Word Basics or general skill with Word.

Online Job Searching Skills

Find out what the best websites are to find jobs locally and nationally. Learn how to fill out an online job application, how to upload a resume, and how to register with Work In Texas. Suggestion: have a resume ready if you want to practice uploading it.