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Beyond the Stacks - QUIZ! Match the tasks with the Database 1. Write a legally-binding bill of sale. 2. Take a practice AP subject test. 3. Learn Portuguese. 4. Research an author. 5. Research investment stocks. 6. Download an audiobook. 7. Download a magazine. 8. Research a contoversial topic. 9. Read and listen to a children’s book. 10. Research your ancestry. 11. Find an article in Consumer Reports. 12. Consult an auto repair manual. 13. Download a movie or song. Find these and many more at www.northlandlibray.org/.databases a. Testing and Educational Tesource Center (TERC) b. Zinio c. BookFlix or Tumblebooks d. MasterFILE e. Chilton Library f. Literature Resource Center g. Opposing Viewpoints h. Mango Languages i. Overdrive, One-Click Digital, or Hoopla j. Morningstar Investment Research Center k. Hoopla l. Gale Legal Forms m. HeritageQuest 1. l 8. g 2. a 9. c 3. h 10. m 4. f 11. d 5. j 12. e 6. i 13. k 7. b Computer Classes Registration is required for these free computer classes. Register online, in person at the Computer Center on the upper level of the Library or call 412-366-8100, extension 131. Please notify the Computer Center if you are registered for a class and are unable to attend. COMPUTER BASICS Thursday, February 2 from 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Participants will learn different parts of a computer and take a visual tour of the desktop of a Windows 7 computer. Participants will also learn common keyboard commands and practice typing. For beginning computer users. MICROSOFT WORD 2016 BASICS PART 1 Thursday, February 2 from 12:30 p.m. – 2 p.m. Participants learn parts of the Word window and practice formatting and editing text, Cut, Copy, and Paste text, and how to save the document. For students with no previous Word experience. Prerequisite: Must have mouse skills. ONE-ON-ONE TABLET ASSISTANCE Wednesday, February 8 between 2:30 p.m. and 4 p.m. OR Wednesday, February 22 between 2:30 p.m. and 4 p.m. OR Monday, February 27 between 3:30 p.m. and 5 p.m. Computer Center staff offer one-on-one sessions to assist with questions about your tablet. Sessions are 30 minutes. Bring your tablet and your questions. Call the Computer Center to let us know what topic you’d like help with and what kind of tablet you’re using. Please note: Repairs cannot be made. We may not be able to provide assistance for all device types, programs, and problems. Please only book one session at a time. LEARNING TO USE THE INTERNET Thursday, February 9 from 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Participants will learn the basic layout of the Internet Explorer web browser, use browser tabs and conduct searches using Search Engines and web addresses. Prerequisite: Must have computer competence – mouse skills and some typing. MICROSOFT WORD 2016 BASICS PART 2 Thursday, February 9 from 12:30 p.m. – 2 p.m. Participants will type text in Word and then learn tabs, margins, columns, and spell-check. Prerequisite: Participation in the Microsoft Word 2016 Basics Part 1 class or similar. MICROSOFT EXCEL 2016 BASICS PART 1 Friday, February 10 from 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Participants will learn Excel terminology before learning how to move around the spreadsheet. Participants will then build some simple financial documents to practice on. Prerequisite: Must have solid Word experience. MICROSOFT EXCEL 2016 BASICS PART 2 Friday, February 17 from 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Participants will learn how to create lists, sort data, add codes, format numbers, and work with fill series. Participants will also work with various LEARNING TO USE THE INTERNET PART 2 – PROTECT YOURSELF Thursday, February 23 from 2 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Learn how to protect your personal information when you use the Internet. Participants will learn what makes a website secure, as well as how to create secure passwords, identify common online scams and determine ways to keep their information private. Prerequisite: Must have basic Internet skills or attend the Learning to Use the Internet Part 1 class. INTRODUCTION TO CLOUD COMPUTING: SAVING DOCUMENTS, PHOTOS, AND FILES ONLINE Tuesday, February 28 from 6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. Participants learn what cloud computing is and how it works. Participants will examine: Apple iCloud, Microsoft OneDrive, and Google Drive during the class. Prerequisite: Must have basic computer and Internet skills.
Volunteer Focus JULIANA CHEUNG AND ALLIE PULTORAK Northland’s year-round programs and activities are greatly enriched with the services of our mighty band of volunteers. We are fortunate for the strong support of our student volunteers regularly assisting staff and often in multiple capacities. Julianna Cheung was a volunteer at Ingomar Middle School library prior to her participation in Northland’s Adopt-A-Row (AAR) program, Summer Reading Program and Children and Teen Services activities. Juliana volunteers with us because it is fun with the tons of different programs available, many ways for people to get involved and also provides a learning experience. She regularly assists at Children Science Investigator and Mission Impossible helping children with science-related activities and assisted with crafts at a Halloween event. Allie Pultorak is a veteran participant in the Girl Scouts and has previously volunteered at school libraries and other community locations. Allie provided another set of hands at the Summer Reading Program and enjoys the AAR program. Allie has a delightfully original view of AAR –While it may seem boring, she believes that sorting books on a shelf is incredibly therapeutic, and every single time she volunteers in Children’s, she learns something new, even if it is how to best dodge rogue beanbags. Northland Public Library Foundation When you see this image displayed next to a program, it is an indication that the program has been sponsored in part by the Northland Public Library Foundation. JOIN US FOR OUR GARDEN GALA APRIL 22! Have you ever wondered how magical the Library can be after hours? Join us the evening of Saturday, April 22, for a fundraising gala full of special tastings, entertainment and more. Beginning at 7:30 p.m., Northland will welcome WPXI’s Peggy Finnegan as Honorary Chair and wine expert John Eld as Honorary Sommelier as we showcase an array of wine, spirits, cider and other vendors offering libations for guests to taste. Also tempting the palate will be restaurants and food purveyors sharing their favorite specialties. With music, auctions and special treats, Northland’s Garden Gala is THE place to celebrate Earth Day and all the wonderful things Northland offers. The Gala will benefit the construction of The Learning Garden at Northland, which will build a sensory garden and outdoor educational space for all ages. Tickets are $60 in advance ($75 at the door), available online (https://asp1120.towercare.com:15360/webDonation/) and from the Foundation office (412-366-8100, ext. 104). Mark your calendars for April 22 and help us grow a special place to create, explore and discover! ENGRAVED BRICKS AVAILABLE FOR THE LEARNING GARDEN Northland Public Library Foundation has kicked off the capital campaign for The Learning Garden at Northland, a new program space on the Library’s “front lawn,” where programs for all ages can inspire our patrons to create, explore and discover. Please consider buying a brick (order form available online: http://www.northlandlibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/Garden-Brick-Order- Form.pdf) or making a gift. Donations and pledges of up to three years are being accepted, and naming rights are available from $100 to $100,000! Additional information is available on our website, http://www.northlandlibrary.org/the-learning-garden/. TASTY TRUCKS @ NORTHLAND Food trucks are back, most times with double the food fun! Northland is welcoming food trucks in the upper parking lot every first and third Thursday from noon until 6pm (as supplies last, accepting most major credit cards). Subscribe for email alerts for up-to-date information. On Thursday, February 2, we’ll welcome Nakama, who will bring hibachi happiness to Northland with fried rice, spicy lo mein noodles, sushi, egg rolls and more. On February 16, Pgh Crepes and Mission Mahi pull up to the curb. Don’t miss the savory crepes and sweet treats or the blackened fish tacos. A NORTHLAND FOR ALL SEASONS Thank you to the many, many patrons who generously contributed to our year-end appeal, A Northland for All Seasons, which raised nearly $40,000 at press time from more than 500 donors – on track for our highest numbers ever! We hope the coming year will be brightened by sunlight on snow, cardinals at the bird feeder, and Northland Public Library – there for you season after season with a huge collection of materials to borrow, programs, events, electronic resources, and services. We appreciate all those who help us grow a community by growing a library – your library, your neighborhood treasure, your place to grow. BOOK GIVING PROGRAM DONATIONS: Northland Public Library wishes to thank the following people who recently contributed to our Memorial and Honor Book Giving Programs. If you are interested in honoring a loved one or a friend through a gift to Northland, please contact the Northland Public Library Foundation at 412-366- 8100, extension 104 or by email at nplfoundation@einetwork.net Memorial Books: Bernadette & George Gillotti in memory of William Gatto Mom with Love in memory of Noah Mass Gail & William Gil in memory of Harold Moser Patricia Finley & John Stuchell in memory of Elsie Rost Deborah Smith in memory of Brian Charles Smith Michelle Ross in memory of Robert Howard Taylor David & Elsie Richards in memory of Eleanore Trzeciak Designated Gift: Amalia Nicholas
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