Let's get Appy

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 You will learn how to:

• Download, organise and delete apps
• Find the most useful apps for you

Prerequisites

You must make sure that you have signed into the Play Store (Android) / App Store (iPhone/iPad) before coming to the class.  If you need help with this, please find out a Book a Librarian request.

A laptop is provided for this workshop, but you may also want to bring your own handheld device, and your own laptop (if you have one and would prefer to use this).

Friday 22 October,

1.00pm-3.00pm

Let's Google Drive

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You will learn how to:

• Upload (save) and download file with Google Drive
• Share files, pictures and folders with family and friends
• Sync with your smartphone/tablet

Prerequisites

To complete this workshop you must have a current Gmail account - don't forget to bring your email address and email password.

A laptop is provided for this workshop, but you may also want to bring your own handheld device, and your own laptop (if you have one and would prefer to use this).

Tuesday 26 October,

1.00pm-3.00pm

Zoom Workshop

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You will learn the basics of how to set up and use Zoom with (more!) confidence.

This workshop includes:

• Downloading the app/web client
• Creating your free account
• Joining a meeting
• Scheduling a meeting

Prerequisites

A handheld device (smartphone or tablet) or laptop is essential for this workshop.  You may also want to bring a notebook and pen.

Wednesday 27 October,

1.00pm-2.30pm

Let's go shopping online

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You will learn how to shop safely online, and explore the Countdown online shopping experience.

This workshop includes:

• How to shop safely online
• Creating a user log-in
• How to shop on a supermarket website

Prerequisites

To complete this workshop you must have a current email account - don't forget to bring your email address and email password.

A laptop is provided for this workshop, but you may also want to bring your own handheld device, and your own laptop (if you have one and would prefer to use this).

Friday 29 October,

1.00pm-3.00pm

Let's make memories with a photobook

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Understand how to use Vistaprint website, learn how to upload photos from your computer, create and customise a photobook ready for printing.

This workshop inlcudes:

• Create a photobooks using Vistaprint
• Get your photobook ready for printing

Prerequisites

Bring a USB stick with stored photos to use during the class.

A laptop is provided for this workshop, but you may also want to bring your own handheld device, and your own laptop (if you have one and would prefer to use this).

Monday 1 November,

1.00pm-3.00pm

Let's get photographing

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Learn how to make the most of your smartphone camera.

This workshop includes:

• Take photos
• Share photos with family and friends
• Use your camera for everyday purposes

Prerequisites

Bring your handheld device

Monday 8 November,

1.00pm-3.00pm

Let's go safely on the internet

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Learn some top tips for being safe online.  

Learn how to:

• Avoid spam and phishing
• Create strong passwords
• Understand the terminoloy

Prerequisities

Basic computer skills

Friday 12 November,

10.00am-12.00pm

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Understand how to use Vistaprint website, learn how to upload photos from your computer, create and customise a photobook ready for printing.

This workshop inlcudes:

• Create a photobooks using Vistaprint
• Get your photobook ready for printing

Prerequisites

Bring a USB stick with stored photos to use during the class.

A laptop is provided for this workshop, but you may also want to bring your own handheld device, and your own laptop (if you have one and would prefer to use this).

Monday 15 November,

1.00pm-3.00pm

Let's get social on Facebook

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Learn how to create and use a Facebook account.

Learn about:

• Creating a Facebook account
• Posting to your wall
• Accepting and sending friend requests
• Sending private messages
• Privacy

Prerequisites

To complete this class you must have a current email account - don't forget to bring your email address, email password and cellphone (to access your email account).

Friday 19 November, 

10.00am-12.00pm

Let's stream online

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Learn how to create online account for using digital streaming services.

Learn how to:

• Access free digital streaming content
• Create a TVNZ OnDemand account
• Create a Three Now account
• Log in to Kanopy
• Install a digital streaming app on your smartphone or tablet

Prerequisites

Bring your smartphone/tablet with you.  Ensure you have a current email address, and bring your username and password.  Please also make sure you have your library card and know your PIN.

Tuesday 23 November,

1.00pm-3.00pm

Let's Zoom

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Get comfortable using Zoom with family, friends and organisations.

Learn how to:

• Install the app
• Create an account
• Join a meeting
• Host a meeting

Prerequisites

You will need to bring your smartphone, tablet or laptop with you for this class.  You will also need to ensure that you have a current email address and bring your username and password with you.

Friday 26 

November,

10.00am-12.00pm

Let's Zoom

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Get comfortable using Zoom with family, friends and organisations.

Learn how to:

• Install the app
• Create an account
• Join a meeting
• Host a meeting

Prerequisites

You will need to bring your smartphone, tablet or laptop with you for this class.  You will also need to ensure that you have a current email address and bring your username and password with you.

Friday 26 November, 

1.00pm-3.00pm

Let's buy and sell on TradeMe

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Learn how to buy and sell goods using TradeMe,

Learn how to:

• Create a TradeMe account
• Browse TradeMe to locate items of interest for sale
• Save auction lists to your watchlist
• Sending questions to sellers
• Reserve prices and auto-bidding

Prerequisites

To complete this class you must have a current email account - don't forget to bring your email address, email password and cellphone (to access your email account).

Tuesday 30 November,

10.00am-12.00pm

Let's get photographing

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Learn how to make the most of your smartphone camera.

This workshop includes:

• Take photos
• Share photos with family and friends
• Use your camera for everyday purposes

Prerequisites

Bring your handheld device

Friday 10 December,

10.00am-12.00pm

Zoom Workshop (online only)

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You will learn the basics of how to set up and use Zoom with (more!) confidence.

This class includes:

• Downloading the app/web client
• Creating your free account
• Joining a meeting
• Scheduling a meeting

Prerequisites

A handheld device (smartphone or tablet) or laptop is essential for this workshop.  You may also want to bring a notebook and pen.

Monday 18 October,

2.00pm-3.30pm

Zoom Workshop (online only)

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This class includes:

• Downloading the app/web client
• Creating your free account
• Joining a meeting
• Scheduling a meeting

Prerequisites

A handheld device (smartphone or tablet) or laptop is essential for this workshop.  You may also want to bring a notebook and pen.

Thursday 21 October,

1.30pm-3.00pm