Tech Classes

CLASSES

Design It: Father’s Day Cards and Bookmarks

Wednesday, June 2, 6–7:30 p.m. / Zoom

Get to know the basics of Adobe Illustrator. You’ll learn some quick techniques to turn a photo into a custom Father’s Day card or bookmark by adding text and other effects.

Grow With Google: Basic Sheets

Tuesday, June 15, 6–7:30 p.m. / Zoom

Learn how to enter data into cells, format and modify cells, add rows and columns, work on multiple sheets and use simple formulas and functions. An existing Google account is recommended.

Discord Basics

Monday, June 7, 6–7:30 p.m. / Zoom

Have you ever wanted to join a community of people interested in a hobby that you enjoy or host game nights with friends? Discord is perfect for you. Discord allows you to join public and private communities for popular to niche topics where you will be able to use video and voice chat, share images and links and even share your screen with others. In this class we will teach you how to create your own account, navigate and join servers, adding friends and more. Additional Tech Classes may be offered this summer. Check ahml.info for the latest program information.

Create a Visual Novel with Twine

Tuesday, June 22, 6–7:30 p.m. / Zoom

Twine is a free open-source tool that’s commonly used to create interactive storytelling experiences similar to video games. If you have an interest in creating text and narrative-based video games or finding new ways to tell and share your interactive stories with others, this is a great tool to learn.

Wednesday, June 30, 6–7:30 p.m. / Zoom

Learn the tools and techniques needed to create stop motion videos on your mobile device with the free Stop Motion Studio app.

Cord Cutting 101: Exploring Cable Alternatives

Wednesday, July 7, 6–7:30 p.m. / Zoom

Save hundreds of dollars annually by cutting your cable and phone cord! This program will explore cost-effective alternatives to cable (Netflix, Sling, Roku, Apple TV, hoopla, etc.) and traditional landline phones (mobile, Google Voice, etc.).

eBooks, eAudiobooks, Movies and More

Tuesday, July 13, 6–7:30 p.m. / Zoom

Learn all about the free eBooks, audiobooks, movies, TV shows, music and magazines you can access from home or on the go with your library card.

Enhancing Photos with Photoshop

Wednesday, July 21, 6–7:30p.m. Zoom

See how Photoshop CC can improve your everyday photos by editing colors, fixing blemishes and more.

Tips for Buying Online

Wednesday, July 28, 6–7:30 p.m. / Zoom

Want to start buying items online but don’t know where to start? In this class you’ll learn tips when it comes to buying items on sites such as Craigslist, eBay, Facebook Marketplace, OfferUp and Etsy. No accounts needed; this will be an overview of these services.

Create Graphics for Your Small Business

Wednesday, August 11, 6–7:30 p.m. / Zoom

Learn how you can use Canva and Adobe Spark to create quick, easy and professional graphics for your business or personal needs.

Selling Online Overview

Tuesday, August 17, 6–7:30 p.m. / Zoom

Want to start selling stuff online but don’t know where to start? You’re in luck! In this class you’ll learn tips when it comes to selling items on sites such as Craigslist, eBay, Facebook Marketplace, OfferUp and Etsy. No accounts needed; this will be an overview of these services.

Make a Photo Slideshow with iMovie

Wednesday, August 25, 6–7:30 p.m. / Zoom

Learn how you can use iMovie on your Mac computer or mobile device to turn existing photos into a movie you can share with your friends and family.

Grow with Google: Using Meet for Web Conferencing

Tuesday, August 31, 6–7:30 p.m. / Zoom

Learn how to schedule, host and join an event on Google Meet. This class will cover various Meet settings, screen share abilities and extensions that you can use with Google Meet.