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Getting Started with Computers

Computer Basics
2025-09-20 10:30:00 2025-09-20 12:00:00 America/Chicago Getting Started with Computers This series of absolute basics is intended for newcomers to technology. No prior experience is needed, just an eagerness to learn. Mitchell Street Branch - Study Room 205

Saturday, September 20
10:30am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-09-20 10:30:00 2025-09-20 12:00:00 America/Chicago Getting Started with Computers This series of absolute basics is intended for newcomers to technology. No prior experience is needed, just an eagerness to learn. Mitchell Street Branch - Study Room 205

Mitchell Street Branch

Study Room 205

This series of absolute basics is intended for newcomers to technology. No prior experience is needed, just an eagerness to learn.

Learn computer basics like turning a computer on and off, using the mouse, opening applications, and using your keyboard to type.

AGE GROUP: | Older Adults | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Computer Classes & Technology |

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Mitchell Street Branch
Phone: 414-286-3000
Branch manager
Maria Burke
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Mon, May 18 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Tue, May 19 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Wed, May 20 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, May 21 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, May 22 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 23 Closed
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Drop In ESL Tutoring for Adults and Teens
Tue, May 26, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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Meet and Greet - Milwaukee County DHHS Aging and Disabilities Services
Mon, Jun 01, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
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Connect with the Milwaukee County team to learn about available programs.
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