Computer Courses at the Cyber Café
Computer courses are now being
offered at the Cyber Café @ Malden Square. These courses are offered at a
nominal fee and are designed to teach students basic skills in using a computer,
office applications, and the Internet. You must register for the courses
at the Cyber Cafe and pay the fee or deposit at the time of registration.
For more information about the Cyber Café @ Malden Square, visit
http:\\maldensquare.org
Introduction to Computers
This four-session
course is designed for individuals with little or no computer background.
It will cover how to “get around” on a computer, key features of the
desktop, launching programs, saving to a disk or hard drive, and using Help
features. Students will explore the Internet by learning how to browse web
sites and find information. Students will also learn how to set up an
email account; compose, send, and read e-mail messages.
Introduction
to the Internet
This 4-session
course is designed to teach beginners how to use the Internet effectively to
find information and communicate. It will cover search engines and how to
use them, how to limit your search for information, and how to follow links.
Student will also learn to use more advanced features of email, such as
attaching documents or photos. The instructor will assign short exercises
to get students practice on using the Internet to accomplish their goals.
Introduction to Word
Processing: Word Pad is 4-session
course is designed for people who have a limited amount of computer experience.
It covers an overview/review of opening & closing programs, how to
find programs (start menu or shortcuts), and save to disk. They’ll learn
the essentials of backspace versus delete, how to change fonts & font sizes,
use the Attributes (bold, italics, underline), and use the Ruler to change
margin & tab settings. Students will create & save a document,
then learn how to open it to make edits and insert graphics (photo or clip art).
Instructors may choose different kinds of simple projects so students leave the
class with an understanding of how to use the program but also have a completed
greeting card, letter with graphics, or similar final product.
Photo Editing and Photo E-mail: Photo Editing will teach the means of creating cards, calendars, and the use of personal photos in e-mails to family members. Seasonal greeting cards will also be a topic of this course.
Class Schedules: classes are offered at the Cyber Cafe @ Malden Square on a first come first served basis. Schedules are sent to the local newspapers prior to the week before classes start. Patrons should register for the courses they choose during that week.
If you are interested in taking a computer class, please note that the Cyber Cafe website at http://maldensquare.org is the place to look for course information. As the Cyber Cafe's new location is not yet ready for occupancy, please check the website often for updates on courses and the latest information on the Cyber Cafe @ Malden Square. Watch for the Cyber Cafe @ Malden Square's grand re-opening sometime in November. Information will be placed on our website, on MATV and in the local newspapers.
Cyber Cafe Fundraiser
Giggles Comedy Club
August 15, 2007
The fundraiser for the Cyber Cafe @ Malden Square was a great success. The entertainment was enjoyed by all and, after all expenses, more than $1000.00 was raised. Below are pictures taken at the event.
Anne Durso-Rose (MATV) and Philip Bronder-Giroux (Tri-CAP) Claire Murray (Murray Learning Assoc.) and Pat Hill
Jesse and Loretta Kemp (Tri-CAP)