ADULTS

Learn to sew a zippered pencil case!

Prerequisites: basic sewing/sewing machine knowledge, including general knowledge of how to operate THINKspot’s Brother CS6000i sewing machines.

MEDITATION FOR BEGINNERS

Sat | Aug 19 | 3:00pm – 4:30pm | RM

Learn the basics of meditation with simple yet powerful techniques that will help you deal with stress wherever you are. We will be seated in chairs, so you do not need a mat. You may wish to bring a pillow to support your back.

SEW A BOWL COZY ⚙ ☑

Wed | Aug 16 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | MN

Learn to use a sewing machine to make a bowl cozy.

SEWING MACHINE BASICS ⚙ ☑

Wed | Aug 23 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | DR

Learn the basics of using our Brother sewing machines in THINKspot.

SMART CYCLING FUNDAMENTALS ☑

Wed | Aug 16 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | MN

Join us for an introductory workshop on how to start bicycling. You’ll get practical tips on how to plan your ride and what you can do to stay safe on the streets. All participants will receive a free “Get Started Safely” kit that includes a helmet, bicycle lights, and more. Ages 12+.

VINYL STICKERS ⚙ ☑

Sat | Aug 5 | 10:00am – 11:30am | DR

Explore THINKspot’s creative options and learn to make stickers for your laptop or water bottle on our Cameo vinyl cutter.

CHEER READERS

Tues | Aug 29 | 5:00pm – 6:00pm | OFFSITE

The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry by Gabrielle Zevin

FICTION FOLKS

No meeting in August

NOVEL APPROACH

Mon | Aug 14 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | RM

The Death of Mrs. Westaway by Ruth Ware

WHO PICKED THIS BOOK?

Tues | Aug 1 | 10:30am – 12:00pm | RM

Sister of My Heart by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni

3D PRINTER TRAINING ⚙ ☑ †

Wed | Aug 9 | 1:30pm – 4:00pm | RM

Learn the basics of using our Ultimakers. Once you complete the training and sign a waiver, you can start reserving our 3D printers during THINKspot business hours. Prerequisite: must be able to operate a laptop and access the internet.

COMPUTER BASICS †

Wednesdays | 2:00pm – 3:30pm | MN

If you are new to the computer or just want to know more about how it works, then Computer Basics is the place to start! Laptops and mice are provided to the first 11 participants to use in class.

Aug 2 – Internet basics

Aug 9 – Email basics

Aug 16 – Mousing basics

Aug 23 & 30 – Keyboard/typing basics

DIGITAL SKILLS TRAINING

Tues | Aug 8, 22 | 11:00am – 12:00pm | DR

Fri | Aug 11, 25 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN

Use interactive training from Northstar’s Digital Literacy program to build your email, Microsoft Word, social media, and internet skills.

GLOWFORGE TRAINING⚙ ☑ †

Wed | Aug 30 | 1:30pm – 4:00pm | RM

Learn the basics of using our Glowforge. Once you complete the training and sign a waiver, you can start reserving the Glowforge during THINKspot business hours.

Prerequisite: must be able to operate a laptop and access

HOTSPOT DIGITAL HELP DESK

Thursdays | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | RM

Curious about downloading ebooks, movies, music, magazines, and more from the library with your laptop, mobile device, or ereader?

Drop in during these sessions for one-on-one assistance on a first-come, first-served basis.

Introduction To

MICROSOFT EXCEL ⚙ ☑ †

Tues | Aug 1 | 10:00am – 12:00pm | DR

Learn the foundations of Microsoft Excel, including how to create, edit, and format data in a spreadsheet.

INTERMEDIATE / ADVANCED MICROSOFT EXCEL ⚙ ☑ †

Wed | Aug 2 | 10:00am – 12:00pm | DR

Learn how to sort, filter, freeze panes, conduct basic math, and create charts. Then learn advanced Excel topics like pivot tables, how to use multiple spreadsheets, absolute references, vlookup, and other techniques. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel is required.

† Prerequisite: Must be comfortable using a mouse and a keyboard.

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HOURS OF OPERATION

Monday 10:00am – 8:00pm

Tuesday 10:00am – 8:00pm

Wednesday 10:00am – 8:00pm

Thursday 10:00am – 8:00pm

Friday 10:00am – 5:00pm

Saturday 10:00am – 5:00pm

Sunday Closed

All locations are open 9:00am – 10:00am, Monday through Saturday, for self-service.

480-644-3100

MAIN LIBRARY (MN) & THINKSPOT @ MAIN 64 E. 1st St.

DOBSON RANCH LIBRARY (DR) & THINKSPOT @ DOBSON RANCH 2425 S. Dobson Rd.