'Surfing with seniors' computer class in New Naven

CALLING ALL SENIORS!

 

The Community Action Agency of New Haven will teach basic computer skills in its ‘Surfing with Seniors’ program starting July 15, according to a release. 

"This is an opportunity for individuals 55 years of age and older, to learn in a comfortable setting with patient instructors, basic computer skills," the release said 

"Students learn everything from turning the computer on to sending e-mails.  In the advanced class, students learn to upload and download, make folders and documents and set up a Facebook account enabling them to stay connected to family and friends"

The class meets twice a week for two hours on Tuesdays and Thursdays for 6 weeks, the release said.   

Students choose from a Beginners I or Beginners 2 class, the release said and "classes are geared to the individuals needs in each session.:

The orientation is an opportunity to find out more about the classes and other CAANH programs for Seniors. Classes are held from 10 a.m. to noon for Beginners 1, and from 1 to 3 p.m. for Beginners 2.  The fee is $50 with a payment plan available.   If you’re interested contact Jennifer at 203-387-7700 Ext 168.

Computer classes: Free at the Derby Library

DERBY — The Derby Public Library continues to offer free monthly walk-in basic computer classes.  They are held on the third Tuesday of each month at 10 a.m. and the third Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m.  This introductory class, taught by library staff, covers computer hardware, Windows, basic word processing and Internet searching. 
The class is 90 minutes long.  No reservations are accepted and there is a seven-seat limit per class.  October class dates are at 10 a.m. Oct. 16  and  6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 17 a.m. For more information, stop by the library at 313 Elizabeth St. or call 736-1482 or visit www.derbypubliclibrary.org. 

Editor's note: All information in this post was contributed.

Free computer class at Gateway

NEW HAVEN — Gateway Community College will hold a free 8-week summer computer class at its Long Wharf Campus.
Designed for the "computer illiterate," with senior citizens welcome, the classes will begin shortly.
Classes will meet once a week for 2 hours. Enrollment is very limited and registration forms are available in the reception area at Gateway Long Wharf Campus. The college asks that participants register no later than 4 p.m. May 28.