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This week it’s Get Online Week so there’s no better time to brush up your skills. Would you like to learn how to search the internet, use emails, shop online, use digital photos…and much more?!!

We can help you in a free computer session at Crossings in Shieldfield tonight, Monday 15 October, at 5.30pm.

Or come along to one of our four free computer sessions for the over 65s.

• City Library with Age UK—Tuesday 16 October, 2pm
• Cruddas Park Library—Thursday 18 October, 2pm
• Chapel House Community Centre—Saturday, 20 October 10am

You will not need to bring anything, just bring yourself! To book a place or for further details phone Sarah Graham on 0191 2774115 or email sarah.graham@newcastle.gov.uk.

Or why not share your digital skills and help someone you know make the most of their computer, camera or smartphone?

Did you know that you can use a computer free of charge for two hours a day in all Newcastle Libraies? We also offer free 1-to-1 sessions and classes where you can learn computer basics, such as how to send an email, use the internet, download e-books, shop online and much more. Phone 0191 277 4100 for more details.

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Would you like to:
•    Stay in touch with family and friends using email?
•    Book tickets online?
•    Learn about digital cameras, Kindles, smartphones?

Come to a unique event at City Library where young volunteers will be showing older people how to get online. We will be demonstrating a variety of gadgets, from laptops and smartphones to kindles and more…

This event is in partnership with the Elders Council and Newcastle Youth Council.  It is aimed at encouraging older people (aged 50 years and upwards) to get online. Come along for what promises to be a fun day!

10am – 4pm
Thursday 27 October
City Library

The event is a drop-in from 10am until 4pm however, if you prefer to book an hour in, then please do phone 0191 2774100.

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Our free IT session for parents will provide advice on how to ensure children are using the internet safely including guidance on Facebook, cyberbullying, online gaming and keeping information secure.

There are three ‘First Time Online for Parents’ sessions to choose from:

Thursday 9 June,  10:30am – 12noon
Thursday 23 June,  10:30am – 12noon
Thursday 30 June 10:30am – 12noon

All classes are in the ICT suite, level 4 City Library. Class sizes are limited so please book your free place in advance by calling 0191 2774100 or emailing information@newcastle.gov.uk.

Helpful advice can also be found on Directgov: Internet Safety

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BBC First Click aims to provide easy to understand guides to computers and the internet for complete beginners. At City Library the over 55s can connect one click at a time at a BBC First Click drop in session provided by staff from the Department of Work and Pensions.

Drop in to the ICT Suite on level 4 of City Library any time between 10:30am – 5pm on Thursday 26 May. This session is free.

Find out more about BBC First Click

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An introduction to digital photography
Monday 18 April,  11am – 12:30pm, Walker Library
Friday 6 May 2pm – 3:30pm, Jesmond Library
Friday 13 May, 10:30am – 12noon, Outer West Library

Discover how to transfer pictures from your camera to your computer, view and edit pictures, and learn about the options available when printing and sharing pictures.

An introduction to eBay
Thursday 14 April 6pm – 7:30pm, City Library

Why not have a spring clean and turn your clutter into cash on eBay? This taster is an introduction to the online auction site providing advice on buying and selling.

An introduction to file management
Tuesday 10 May 2:30pm – 4pm, City Library

Spring clean the files on your computer too! Learn how to create a folder, as well as how to copy, paste and move files and folders.

An introduction to ebooks
Wednesday 6 April, 10:15am – 11:45am, Dinnington Library
Thursday 7 April, 2pm – 3:30pm, Newbiggin Hall Library
Monday 11 April, 11am – 12:30pm, Gosforth Library
Tuesday 12 April, 9:30am – 11am, Kenton Library
Thursday 14 April, 10am – 11:30am, Fawdon Library
Friday 29 April, 2pm – 3:30pm, Blakelaw Library

Learn ebook basics and try out the Newcastle Libraries ebook and audiobook download service on the Digital Collection website.

Class sizes are limited so please book in advance for any of the above by phoning 0191 2774100 or emailing information@newcastle.gov.uk

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Myfriends online week is co-ordinated by AgeUK and aims to help people over 55 discover the social side of the internet by making new friends or keeping in touch with old friends and family.

Newcastle Libraries are supporting this event by holding extra internet taster classes for those aged over 55. So if you know of a family member who would benefit from a little more help staying in touch with you, but who hasn’t yet mastered email or facebook, your local libraries can help!

Monday 21 March
East End Library
10:30am – 12noon

Tuesday 22 March
Outer West Library
10am – 11:30am

Monday 21 March – Saturday 26 March
City Library
Every day we will be running an extra internet taster session for people over the age of 55 who want to learn more about staying in touch with friends or family using the internet, whether by email or using social networks.

You can book for any of the above sessions by emailing information@newcastle.gov.uk, phoning 0191 2774100 or by visiting your local library.

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Take the first steps in online dating in these classes for complete beginners. Find out about the range of websites available, how to register, create a profile and stay safe online.

An introduction to online dating
Women only session
Thursday 3 March
6pm – 7:30pm
City Library

An introduction to online dating
Men only session
Wednesday 16 March
6pm – 7:30pm
City Library

Class sizes are limited so please book in advance by phoning 0191 2774100, emailing information@newcastle.gov.uk  or ask at any library.

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BBC First Click aims to provide easy to understand guides to computers and the internet for complete beginners. At City Library the over 55s can connect one click at a time on a BBC First Click short course provided by staff from the Department of Work and Pensions.

The course lasts one day and is split into two one and a half hour sessions with lunch break. There are the following dates to choose from:

Friday 4 March
Friday 18 March, or
Friday 25 March

All sessions will be held from 10:30am to 2:30pm on level 4 of City Library. To book your free place phone 0191 2774100 or email information@newcastle.gov.uk.

Find out more about BBC First Click

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Our free internet taster classes are ideal for complete beginners or to brush up on IT skills in a range of areas. To book your place at any of the sessions below phone 0191 2774100, email information@newcastle.gov.uk or ask at your local library.

An introduction to ebooks

Gosforth Library
Wednesday 12 January, 11am – 12:30pm

City Library
Wednesday 12 January, 6pm – 7:30pm
Wednesday 9 February, 2:30pm – 4pm

Outer West Library
Thursday 10 February, 10:30am – 12noon

Find your nearest health services, locate quality health information, check the facts behind the headlines.

West End Library
Thursday 20 January, 10:30am – 12noon
Thursday 24 February, 10:30am – 12noon

Gosforth Library
Wednesday 9 February, 11am – 12:30pm

High Heaton Library
Friday 11 February, 10:30am – 12noon

Dinnington Library
Saturday 5 February, 10am – 1pm

Trace your family tree by using Ancestry.co.uk for free at any Newcastle Library.

City Library
Thursday 13 January, 10:30am – 11:30am

Dinnington Library
Wednesday 19 January, time TBC

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The UK Online Go ON campaign challenges people to make getting online their New Year’s resolution.

There are more than 9 million people in Britain still not using computers and the internet and this could be the perfect opportunity to give them a go! It doesn’t matter if you’ve never even touched a computer before, or if you already know a little bit.

Would you like to learn how to stay in touch and share photographs with family and friends using e-mail, Facebook or Twitter? Or did you get an e-reader, mp3 player or digital camera for Christmas and you’re not quite sure how to get the most out of it? Then why not let us help you make your New Year’s resolution to stay in touch or learn something new at one of our introductory sessions.

All sessions are held at City Library:

Email and social networking:
Monday 17 January, 2pm – 3:30pm

eBook readers, digital cameras or mp3 players:
Tuesday 25 January, 2pm – 3:30pm

Email and social networking:
Tuesday 1 February, 2pm – 3:30pm

Class sizes are limited so please book in advance by phoning 0191 2774100, emailing information@newcastle.gov.uk or by asking at your local library.

Find out about other introductory IT classes.

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Internet taster sessions, which are free one-to-ones with a member of library staff, now include learning computer skills using the BBC First Click service.

This website is a bright and clear introduction to computer basics such as using a mouse or keyboard as well as more advanced matters such as knowing more about using the internet safety and security. If you would like to find out more about using BBC First Click simply phone 0191 2774100 or email information@newcastle.gov.uk to arrange a booking.

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