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Upcoming Tech EventsOur goal is to provide excellent digital learning experiences. Technology can be extremely useful, but it can also be complicated and overwhelming. We provide free events and learning opportunities to help you better understand and navigate your options.  You're invited to check out our Tech Talks workshops, Digital Learning Lab online resources, in-person Tech Help and YouTube video tutorials.  You can also sign-up for our monthly Newsletter.


 Upcoming

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  • In-Person Tech Help @ Felton
    Tue, May 14 (10:00 AM-12:00 PM)
    Location: Felton
    Room: Felton Study Room

    Are you stuck with a technology question?

    One of our tech savvy staff members at the Felton Library would like to help you troubleshoot your question with a 30 minute (or less) appointment. Possible topics may include: creating an email account, creating documents, attaching files, using premium subscription library resources, downloading and streaming content like movies, books, and audiobooks, and more. Please bring any devices you use, and have your necessary passwords and library card with you.

    Make an appointment: https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/appointments/felton

    Advance appointments are prioritized. Visit the library's information desk or call telephone information (831-427-7713) for help making an appointment. Arriving later than 5 minutes after scheduled time may result in appointment cancellation. Walk-ins are welcome, when openings are available.

    Visit the library's Digital Learning webpage for more opportunites: https://www.santacruzpl.org/digitallearning

    We look forward to helping you!

  • In-person Tech Help @ Capitola
    Wed, May 15 (10:00 AM-12:00 PM)
    Location: Capitola
    Room: Brad Mcdonald Conference Room

    Are you stuck with a technology question?

    One of our tech savvy staff members at the Capitola Library would like to help you troubleshoot your question with a 30 minute (or less) appointment. Possible topics may include: creating an email account, creating documents, attaching files, using premium subscription library resources, downloading and streaming content like movies, books, and audiobooks, and more. Please bring any devices you use, and have your necessary passwords and library card with you. 

    Please make an appointment in advance here: https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/appointments/capitola#s-lc-public-pt

    Please call telephone information (831-427-7713) if you require assistance making an appointment.

    We look forward to helping you!

  • In-Person Tech Help @ Live Oak (English/Spanish)
    Thu, May 16 (10:00 AM-12:00 PM)
    Location: Live Oak

    Are you stuck with a technology question?

    Our tech savvy bilingual staff at the Live Oak Library would like to help you troubleshoot your issue with a 30 minute (or less) appointment. Fixing broken hardware or software is not within our scope. Possible topics may include: creating an email account, creating documents, attaching files, using premium subscription library resources, downloading and streaming content like movies, books, and audiobooks, and more. Please bring any devices you use, and have your necessary passwords and library card with you. 

    Make an appointment: https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/appointments/liveoak

    Advance appointments are prioritized. Visit the library's information desk or call telephone information (831-427-7713) for help making an appointment. Arriving later than 5 minutes after scheduled time may result in appointment cancellation. Walk-ins are welcome, when openings are available.

    Visit the library's Digital Learning webpage for more opportunites: https://www.santacruzpl.org/digitallearning

    We look forward to helping you!

  • Tech Talks: External Drive Backups (Apple)
    Thu, May 16 (11:00 AM-12:00 PM)
    Location: Virtual Library
    Room: Online

    Explore the alternatives to iCloud storage and backups.

    The need for backup solutions grows with the accumulation of digital files.  Join us for a discussion about using external drives for mobile devices and computer backups.

    Please register below to receive the Zoom link via email.

    For more information about our free Tech Talks workshops click here.

    Register Now!
  • Advancing Ideas: Artificial Intelligence Monthly Meetup
    Thu, May 16 (6:00 PM-8:00 PM)
    Location: Offsite

    How are people are using AI? You're invited to join Idea Fab Labs and your Library in discovering the answer. Participants are invited to bring and share examples of how they are currently using genrative AI. We are excited for the sharing and discussion that will result. No registration is required for this free event.

    Free meetup every 3rd Thursday hosted at Idea Fab Labs, 6:00pm - 8:00pm.

    Idea Fab Labs Santa Cruz, 2801 Mission St. #204

    Santa Cruz, CA 95060

    2nd Floor in old Wrigley building (click this link for directions)

  • In-Person Tech Help @ Felton
    Fri, May 17 (2:00 PM-4:00 PM)
    Location: Felton
    Room: Felton Study Room

    Are you stuck with a technology question?

    One of our tech savvy staff members at the Felton Library would like to help you troubleshoot your question with a 30 minute (or less) appointment. Possible topics may include: creating an email account, creating documents, attaching files, using premium subscription library resources, downloading and streaming content like movies, books, and audiobooks, and more. Please bring any devices you use, and have your necessary passwords and library card with you.

    Make an appointment: https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/appointments/felton

    Advance appointments are prioritized. Visit the library's information desk or call telephone information (831-427-7713) for help making an appointment. Arriving later than 5 minutes after scheduled time may result in appointment cancellation. Walk-ins are welcome, when openings are available.

    Visit the library's Digital Learning webpage for more opportunites: https://www.santacruzpl.org/digitallearning

    We look forward to helping you!

  • Art Intel: Creation With Generative A.I.
    Sat, May 18 (12:00 PM-4:00 PM)
    Location: Offsite

    Discover what this rapidly advancing technology has to offer for your own creative process. 

    Join us for a FREE hands-on experience using generative artificial intelligence to make images, 3D models, and video. Drop in between noon and 4PM and volunteers will help guide you through the possibilities of turning prompts into physical creations. Cosponsored by Santa Cruz Public Libraries.

    Event Location: 

    Idea Fab Labs Santa Cruz, 2801 Mission St. #204

    Santa Cruz, CA 95060

    2nd Floor in old Wrigley building (click this link for directions)

  • In-Person Tech Help @ Branciforte
    Sat, May 18 (2:00 PM-4:00 PM)
    Location: Branciforte

    Are you stuck with a technology question?

    Our tech savvy staff at the Branciforte Library would like to help you troubleshoot your issue with a 30 minute (or less) appointment. Fixing broken hardware or software is not within our scope. Possible topics may include: creating an email account, creating documents, attaching files, using premium subscription library resources, downloading and streaming content like movies, books, and audiobooks, and more. Please bring any devices you use, and have your necessary passwords and library card with you. 

    Make an appointment: https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/appointments/branciforte

    Advance appointments are prioritized. Visit the library's information desk or call telephone information (831-427-7713) for help making an appointment. Arriving later than 5 minutes after scheduled time may result in appointment cancellation. Walk-ins are welcome, when openings are available.

    Visit the library's Digital Learning webpage for more opportunites: https://www.santacruzpl.org/digitallearning

    We look forward to helping you!

Upcoming Tech EventsOur goal is to provide excellent digital learning experiences. Technology can be extremely useful, but it can also be complicated and overwhelming. We provide free events and learning opportunities to help you better understand and navigate your options.  You're invited to check out our Tech Talks workshops, Digital Learning Lab online resources, in-person Tech Help and YouTube video tutorials.  You can also sign-up for our monthly Newsletter.


 Upcoming

View Full Calendar
  • In-Person Tech Help @ Felton
    Tue, May 14 (10:00 AM-12:00 PM)
    Location: Felton
    Room: Felton Study Room

    Are you stuck with a technology question?

    One of our tech savvy staff members at the Felton Library would like to help you troubleshoot your question with a 30 minute (or less) appointment. Possible topics may include: creating an email account, creating documents, attaching files, using premium subscription library resources, downloading and streaming content like movies, books, and audiobooks, and more. Please bring any devices you use, and have your necessary passwords and library card with you.

    Make an appointment: https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/appointments/felton

    Advance appointments are prioritized. Visit the library's information desk or call telephone information (831-427-7713) for help making an appointment. Arriving later than 5 minutes after scheduled time may result in appointment cancellation. Walk-ins are welcome, when openings are available.

    Visit the library's Digital Learning webpage for more opportunites: https://www.santacruzpl.org/digitallearning

    We look forward to helping you!

  • In-person Tech Help @ Capitola
    Wed, May 15 (10:00 AM-12:00 PM)
    Location: Capitola
    Room: Brad Mcdonald Conference Room

    Are you stuck with a technology question?

    One of our tech savvy staff members at the Capitola Library would like to help you troubleshoot your question with a 30 minute (or less) appointment. Possible topics may include: creating an email account, creating documents, attaching files, using premium subscription library resources, downloading and streaming content like movies, books, and audiobooks, and more. Please bring any devices you use, and have your necessary passwords and library card with you. 

    Please make an appointment in advance here: https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/appointments/capitola#s-lc-public-pt

    Please call telephone information (831-427-7713) if you require assistance making an appointment.

    We look forward to helping you!

  • In-Person Tech Help @ Live Oak (English/Spanish)
    Thu, May 16 (10:00 AM-12:00 PM)
    Location: Live Oak

    Are you stuck with a technology question?

    Our tech savvy bilingual staff at the Live Oak Library would like to help you troubleshoot your issue with a 30 minute (or less) appointment. Fixing broken hardware or software is not within our scope. Possible topics may include: creating an email account, creating documents, attaching files, using premium subscription library resources, downloading and streaming content like movies, books, and audiobooks, and more. Please bring any devices you use, and have your necessary passwords and library card with you. 

    Make an appointment: https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/appointments/liveoak

    Advance appointments are prioritized. Visit the library's information desk or call telephone information (831-427-7713) for help making an appointment. Arriving later than 5 minutes after scheduled time may result in appointment cancellation. Walk-ins are welcome, when openings are available.

    Visit the library's Digital Learning webpage for more opportunites: https://www.santacruzpl.org/digitallearning

    We look forward to helping you!

  • Tech Talks: External Drive Backups (Apple)
    Thu, May 16 (11:00 AM-12:00 PM)
    Location: Virtual Library
    Room: Online

    Explore the alternatives to iCloud storage and backups.

    The need for backup solutions grows with the accumulation of digital files.  Join us for a discussion about using external drives for mobile devices and computer backups.

    Please register below to receive the Zoom link via email.

    For more information about our free Tech Talks workshops click here.

    Register Now!
  • Advancing Ideas: Artificial Intelligence Monthly Meetup
    Thu, May 16 (6:00 PM-8:00 PM)
    Location: Offsite

    How are people are using AI? You're invited to join Idea Fab Labs and your Library in discovering the answer. Participants are invited to bring and share examples of how they are currently using genrative AI. We are excited for the sharing and discussion that will result. No registration is required for this free event.

    Free meetup every 3rd Thursday hosted at Idea Fab Labs, 6:00pm - 8:00pm.

    Idea Fab Labs Santa Cruz, 2801 Mission St. #204

    Santa Cruz, CA 95060

    2nd Floor in old Wrigley building (click this link for directions)

  • In-Person Tech Help @ Felton
    Fri, May 17 (2:00 PM-4:00 PM)
    Location: Felton
    Room: Felton Study Room

    Are you stuck with a technology question?

    One of our tech savvy staff members at the Felton Library would like to help you troubleshoot your question with a 30 minute (or less) appointment. Possible topics may include: creating an email account, creating documents, attaching files, using premium subscription library resources, downloading and streaming content like movies, books, and audiobooks, and more. Please bring any devices you use, and have your necessary passwords and library card with you.

    Make an appointment: https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/appointments/felton

    Advance appointments are prioritized. Visit the library's information desk or call telephone information (831-427-7713) for help making an appointment. Arriving later than 5 minutes after scheduled time may result in appointment cancellation. Walk-ins are welcome, when openings are available.

    Visit the library's Digital Learning webpage for more opportunites: https://www.santacruzpl.org/digitallearning

    We look forward to helping you!

  • Art Intel: Creation With Generative A.I.
    Sat, May 18 (12:00 PM-4:00 PM)
    Location: Offsite

    Discover what this rapidly advancing technology has to offer for your own creative process. 

    Join us for a FREE hands-on experience using generative artificial intelligence to make images, 3D models, and video. Drop in between noon and 4PM and volunteers will help guide you through the possibilities of turning prompts into physical creations. Cosponsored by Santa Cruz Public Libraries.

    Event Location: 

    Idea Fab Labs Santa Cruz, 2801 Mission St. #204

    Santa Cruz, CA 95060

    2nd Floor in old Wrigley building (click this link for directions)

  • In-Person Tech Help @ Branciforte
    Sat, May 18 (2:00 PM-4:00 PM)
    Location: Branciforte

    Are you stuck with a technology question?

    Our tech savvy staff at the Branciforte Library would like to help you troubleshoot your issue with a 30 minute (or less) appointment. Fixing broken hardware or software is not within our scope. Possible topics may include: creating an email account, creating documents, attaching files, using premium subscription library resources, downloading and streaming content like movies, books, and audiobooks, and more. Please bring any devices you use, and have your necessary passwords and library card with you. 

    Make an appointment: https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/appointments/branciforte

    Advance appointments are prioritized. Visit the library's information desk or call telephone information (831-427-7713) for help making an appointment. Arriving later than 5 minutes after scheduled time may result in appointment cancellation. Walk-ins are welcome, when openings are available.

    Visit the library's Digital Learning webpage for more opportunites: https://www.santacruzpl.org/digitallearning

    We look forward to helping you!