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Getting Started with Computers

Internet Basics
2026-02-12 11:00:00 2026-02-12 12:30:00 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. Center Street Branch - Conference Room

Thursday, February 12
11:00am - 12:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-02-12 11:00:00 2026-02-12 12:30:00 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. Center Street Branch - Conference Room

Center Street Branch

Conference Room

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

Learn the basics of using the internet, including typing in web addresses, following links, and exploring online spaces.

AGE GROUP: | Older Adults | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Computer Classes & Technology |

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Center Street Branch
Phone: 414-286-3000
Branch manager
Mary Lopez
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We're open 9:00AM to 5:00PM

Mon, Feb 02 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Tue, Feb 03 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Wed, Feb 04 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, Feb 05 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Feb 06 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Feb 07 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Feb 08 Closed
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Tue, Feb 10, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Conference Room
In this beginner-friendly class, you'll learn what ChatGPT is, how it works, and how you can use it in your daily life.
Game Night
Tue, Feb 10, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Other - See description for location
Join us for an evening of gaming at the library.
Family Story Time - Enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes for kids from birth to 10
Wed, Feb 11, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Other - See description for location
Come share books, songs, and other activities in a story time built to help children of all ages with their pre-reading and reading skills. Held in the children's room.
Read Aloud, Read Along! - A fun way to practice your reading
Wed, Feb 11, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Other - See description for location
Read aloud to or along with our children's librarian and enjoy fun phonics games and activities. This is a low-stress opportunity for kids to work on their reading skills. Held in the children's room.
Getting Started with Computers - Internet Basics
Thu, Feb 12, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Conference Room
This series of absolute basics is intended for newcomers to technology. No prior experience is needed, just an eagerness to learn.
You Build It!
Fri, Feb 13, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Other - See description for location
Explore your creativity through free and open unstructured play with a variety of building materials such as MagnaTiles, LEGOs and Building Straws. Held in the children's room.
Sensory Story Time - for children with sensory needs and their caregivers
Sat, Feb 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Other - See description for location
Saturday mornings from 10-11 am
Journaling Journey
Mon, Feb 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room
Follow journaling prompts to promote wellness.
Game Night
Tue, Feb 17, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Other - See description for location
Join us for an evening of gaming at the library.
Tech-splanation @ MPL
Tue, Feb 17, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Other - See description for location
Do you have a question about your smartphone, tablet, or other electronic device? Need help accessing library resources? We can help! 
Help for Homeless Veterans - with the VA HCHV Outreach Program
Wed, Feb 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Adult Reference Desk Resource Table
A coordinator from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care for Homeless Veterans (HCHV) Program will provide Veterans with information on resources and programs.
Family Story Time - Enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes for kids from birth to 10
Wed, Feb 18, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Other - See description for location
Come share books, songs, and other activities in a story time built to help children of all ages with their pre-reading and reading skills. Held in the children's room.
Read Aloud, Read Along! - A fun way to practice your reading
Wed, Feb 18, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Other - See description for location
Read aloud to or along with our children's librarian and enjoy fun phonics games and activities. This is a low-stress opportunity for kids to work on their reading skills. Held in the children's room.
Getting Started with Computers - Cybersecurity Basics
Thu, Feb 19, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Conference Room
This series of absolute basics is intended for newcomers to technology. No prior experience is needed, just an eagerness to learn.
You Build It!
Fri, Feb 20, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Other - See description for location
Explore your creativity through free and open unstructured play with a variety of building materials such as MagnaTiles, LEGOs and Building Straws. Held in the children's room.
Wisconsin's African American History
Mon, Feb 23, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Room
Clayborn Benson will discuss Wisconsin's unique African American History
Resume Writing Workshop
Mon, Feb 23, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Conference Room
Learn how to make a resume.
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Snack Studio
Tue, Feb 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Visit the monthly Snack Studio to make a unique snack to enjoy at Center Street Library. A new creative snack will be unveiled each month!
Game Night
Tue, Feb 24, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Other - See description for location
Join us for an evening of gaming at the library.
Family Story Time - Enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes for kids from birth to 10
Wed, Feb 25, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Other - See description for location
Come share books, songs, and other activities in a story time built to help children of all ages with their pre-reading and reading skills. Held in the children's room.
Read Aloud, Read Along! - A fun way to practice your reading
Wed, Feb 25, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Other - See description for location
Read aloud to or along with our children's librarian and enjoy fun phonics games and activities. This is a low-stress opportunity for kids to work on their reading skills. Held in the children's room.
Getting Started with Computers - Email Basics
Thu, Feb 26, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Conference Room
This series of absolute basics is intended for newcomers to technology. No prior experience is needed, just an eagerness to learn.
You Build It!
Fri, Feb 27, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Other - See description for location
Explore your creativity through free and open unstructured play with a variety of building materials such as MagnaTiles, LEGOs and Building Straws. Held in the children's room.
Saturday Creations
Sat, Feb 28, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Conference Room
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Mon, Mar 02, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Conference Room
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Game Night
Tue, Mar 03, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Other - See description for location
Join us for an evening of gaming at the library.
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Conference Room
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Family Story Time - Enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes for kids from birth to 10
Wed, Mar 04, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Other - See description for location
Come share books, songs, and other activities in a story time built to help children of all ages with their pre-reading and reading skills. Held in the children's room.
Read Aloud, Read Along! - A fun way to practice your reading
Wed, Mar 04, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Other - See description for location
Read aloud to or along with our children's librarian and enjoy fun phonics games and activities. This is a low-stress opportunity for kids to work on their reading skills. Held in the children's room.
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Community Room
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You Build It!
Fri, Mar 06, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Other - See description for location
Explore your creativity through free and open unstructured play with a variety of building materials such as MagnaTiles, LEGOs and Building Straws. Held in the children's room.
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