Classes

The Deschutes Public Library offers free, hands on computer classes on variety of topics. Class size and topics vary based on library facilities and community demand.

In addition to formal classes, the library offers open computer labs where community members can drop in to ask specific technology questions or practice computer skills.

Sign-up for classes online, at your local library, or call one of the following numbers:

Bend: 541-617-7080
La Pine: 541-312-1090
Redmond: 541-312-1050
Sisters: 541-312-1070
Sunriver: 541-312-1080

Library Resources

Learning Express Library

Access a comprehensive, interactive online learning platform of practice tests and tutorial course series designed to help you succeed on the academic or licensing tests you need to pass.

Gale Courses

Take Gale Courses from the comfort of your home or office at the times that are most convenient for you.

Web Tutorials & Resources

digitallearn.org

Basic information tutorials for computer use.

GCF LearnFree

Free self paced computer tutorials.

Grow with Google

Free training, tools, and resources to help you grow your skills, career, or business.

Microsoft Office Training Center

Free training videos and tutorials for Microsoft operating systems and products.

TechBoomers

Learn how to use popular websites.

Classes Coming Up in the Next 30 Days

Visit the online calendar for a complete listing.

Narrow Class list by library:

Oct 5

Downtown Bend: Streamline Your Amazon Fire Tablet

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM | Meyer Classroom

Explore the features and fun you can have with your Fire Tablet.

Amazon Fire's are an incredibly popular tablet created and sold by Amazon. In this class, you'll explore your tablet's features, apps, settings, books, music, and magazines, and add library apps. We'll also customize and reduce clutter. Learn the secrets of your Amazon Fire Tablet!

Add to Calendar | Find Downtown Bend Public Library
Oct 5

Downtown Bend: Open Computer Lab

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM | Meyer Classroom

Practice or get help with basic tech tasks and questions.

This is an in-person program. Masks are recommended at all in-person library events.

Practice your computer skills and problem-solve with staff. Find answers to your e-reader, tablet and smartphone questions. Free and open to the public. Use a library computer or bring your own laptop or device. No registration required.

Add to Calendar | Find Downtown Bend Public Library
Oct 10

CANCELLED: Redmond: Open Computer Lab

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM | Multi-Purpose Room

Practice or get help with basic tech tasks and questions.

Practice your computer skills and problem-solve with staff. Find answers to your e-reader, tablet, and smartphone questions. Free and open to the public. Use a library computer or bring your own laptop or device. No registration required.

Add to Calendar | Find Redmond Public Library
Oct 10

Downtown Bend: SCORE Small Business Counseling

5:30 PM - 7:30 PM | Lobby Tutor Room

Receive confidential business planning with a SCORE mentor.
Avoid time-consuming and costly mistakes by learning from someone who has "been there, done that." SCORE business counselors will be available from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. for free one-on-one small business counseling. Individuals who operate or wish to start small businesses can discuss business planning, organization and start-up, finance, marketing and other critical business issues with SCORE volunteers in private, confidential sessions. No appointment necessary.
SCORE is a nonprofit association dedicated to educating entrepreneurs and helping small businesses start, grow, and succeed nationwide. They are a resource partner with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and have been mentoring small business owners for more than forty years. For more information about Central Oregon SCORE please visit their web site at http://centraloregon.score.org.

Add to Calendar | Find Downtown Bend Public Library
Oct 12

Downtown Bend: Explore Your Kindle Paperwhite

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM | Meyer Classroom

Load your Paperwhite with free library books.

Amazon's Kindle Paperwhites is an incredibly popular way to read on the go. In this class, you'll explore your tablet's features, settings, and discover new ways to add free library books and magazines to your collection.

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Oct 12

Downtown Bend: Open Computer Lab

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM | Meyer Classroom

Practice or get help with basic tech tasks and questions.

This is an in-person program. Masks are recommended at all in-person library events.

Practice your computer skills and problem-solve with staff. Find answers to your e-reader, tablet and smartphone questions. Free and open to the public. Use a library computer or bring your own laptop or device. No registration required.

Add to Calendar | Find Downtown Bend Public Library
Oct 13

East Bend: Open Computer Lab

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM | Meeting Room

Practice or get help with basic tech tasks and questions.

This is an in-person program. Masks are recommended at all in-person library events.

Practice your computer skills and problem-solve with staff. Find answers to your e-reader, tablet, and smartphone questions. Free and open to the public. Use a library computer or bring your own laptop or device. No registration is required.

Add to Calendar | Find East Bend Public Library
Oct 17

Redmond: Open Computer Lab

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM | Multi-Purpose Room

Practice or get help with basic tech tasks and questions.

Practice your computer skills and problem-solve with staff. Find answers to your e-reader, tablet, and smartphone questions. Free and open to the public. Use a library computer or bring your own laptop or device. No registration required.

Add to Calendar | Find Redmond Public Library
Oct 19

Downtown Bend: Upgrade Your Resume

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM | Meyer Classroom

Take your resume to the next level.

Have an old resume? Not happy with the formatting? Learn how to make your resume tell your story and show off your talent and skills in this hands-on workshop. Examples, ideas, instructions, and videos will help you create and update your resume so it stands out from the crowd. Bring your resume and a computer or borrow one of ours.

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Oct 19

Downtown Bend: Open Computer Lab

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM | Meyer Classroom

Practice or get help with basic tech tasks and questions.

This is an in-person program. Masks are recommended at all in-person library events.

Practice your computer skills and problem-solve with staff. Find answers to your e-reader, tablet and smartphone questions. Free and open to the public. Use a library computer or bring your own laptop or device. No registration required.

Add to Calendar | Find Downtown Bend Public Library
Oct 24

Redmond: Open Computer Lab

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM | Multi-Purpose Room

Practice or get help with basic tech tasks and questions.

Practice your computer skills and problem-solve with staff. Find answers to your e-reader, tablet, and smartphone questions. Free and open to the public. Use a library computer or bring your own laptop or device. No registration required.

Add to Calendar | Find Redmond Public Library
Oct 24

Downtown Bend: SCORE Small Business Counseling

5:30 PM - 7:30 PM | Lobby Tutor Room

Receive confidential business planning with a SCORE mentor.
Avoid time-consuming and costly mistakes by learning from someone who has "been there, done that." SCORE business counselors will be available from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. for free one-on-one small business counseling. Individuals who operate or wish to start small businesses can discuss business planning, organization and start-up, finance, marketing and other critical business issues with SCORE volunteers in private, confidential sessions. No appointment necessary.
SCORE is a nonprofit association dedicated to educating entrepreneurs and helping small businesses start, grow, and succeed nationwide. They are a resource partner with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and have been mentoring small business owners for more than forty years. For more information about Central Oregon SCORE please visit their web site at http://centraloregon.score.org.

Add to Calendar | Find Downtown Bend Public Library
Oct 26

Downtown Bend: iPhone Basics

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM | Meyer Classroom

Learn the basics of using your iPhone.

We will cover text messaging, taking/attaching pictures, installing apps, using the App Store, accessing the Internet, managing your contacts, and more!

Bring your questions and your fully charged iPhone.

Space is limited and registration is requested.

Add to Calendar | Find Downtown Bend Public Library
Oct 26

Downtown Bend: Open Computer Lab

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM | Meyer Classroom

Practice or get help with basic tech tasks and questions.

This is an in-person program. Masks are recommended at all in-person library events.

Practice your computer skills and problem-solve with staff. Find answers to your e-reader, tablet and smartphone questions. Free and open to the public. Use a library computer or bring your own laptop or device. No registration required.

Add to Calendar | Find Downtown Bend Public Library
Oct 26

Downtown Bend: How to Structure Your Small Business

5:30 PM - 7:00 PM | Brooks Room

Learn about the advantages and disadvantages of different business structures.

Are you thinking of starting your own small business, but not sure what kind of legal entity to form? Do you want to learn about the advantages and disadvantages of different business structures, such as sole proprietorship, partnership, corporation, LLC, and more? Do you want to know how to register your business name, obtain licenses and permits, file taxes, and protect your assets and liabilities?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this class is for you. In this class, you will learn about the basics of business structure and how to choose the one that best suits your needs and goals. You will also learn about the legal, financial, and operational implications of each business structure, and how to comply with the relevant laws and regulations. Registration is requested via the link above.

Dan Spencer is a licensed attorney in Oregon, Washington, and Idaho. In addition, he is admitted to practice before the United States Tax Court, the United States District Courts in Oregon and Idaho, and before the Executive Office of Immigration Review Court. His primary focus has been litigation in workers compensation, employment discrimination, personal injury, and wrongful death law. Also over the years he has formed and represented for-profit and not-for-profit corporations, and has represented governmental bodies such as hospital, library, and irrigation districts, and Lake County, Oregon.

SCORE is a nonprofit association dedicated to educating entrepreneurs and helping small businesses start, grow, and succeed nationwide. They are a resource partner with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and have been mentoring small business owners for more than forty years. For more information about Central Oregon SCORE please visit their web site at http://centraloregon.score.org.

Add to Calendar | Find Downtown Bend Public Library
Oct 31

Redmond: Open Computer Lab

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM | Multi-Purpose Room

Practice or get help with basic tech tasks and questions.

Practice your computer skills and problem-solve with staff. Find answers to your e-reader, tablet, and smartphone questions. Free and open to the public. Use a library computer or bring your own laptop or device. No registration required.

Add to Calendar | Find Redmond Public Library
Nov 2

Downtown Bend: Explore Your Windows Laptop

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM | Meyer Classroom

Learn to efficiently use your Windows Laptop!

Learn the basics of Windows and how to customize your laptop. Explore settings, files, menus, options, and more. Add and remove programs, work with anti-virus programs, and secure your laptop.

Add to Calendar | Find Downtown Bend Public Library
Nov 2

Downtown Bend: Open Computer Lab

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM | Meyer Classroom

Practice or get help with basic tech tasks and questions.

This is an in-person program. Masks are recommended at all in-person library events.

Practice your computer skills and problem-solve with staff. Find answers to your e-reader, tablet and smartphone questions. Free and open to the public. Use a library computer or bring your own laptop or device. No registration required.

Add to Calendar | Find Downtown Bend Public Library
Nov 7

Redmond: Open Computer Lab

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM | Multi-Purpose Room

Practice or get help with basic tech tasks and questions.

Practice your computer skills and problem-solve with staff. Find answers to your e-reader, tablet, and smartphone questions. Free and open to the public. Use a library computer or bring your own laptop or device. No registration required.

Add to Calendar | Find Redmond Public Library
Nov 9

Downtown Bend: Explore your iPad

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM | Meyer Classroom

Explore the many features of your iPad.

iPads are one of the most popular tablets and feature an incredible range of features, apps, and tools that help you get work done, read books, play games, and edit photos or videos.

Bring your questions and your fully charged iPad. Spots are limited.

Add to Calendar | Find Downtown Bend Public Library
Nov 9

Downtown Bend: Open Computer Lab

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM | Meyer Classroom

Practice or get help with basic tech tasks and questions.

This is an in-person program. Masks are recommended at all in-person library events.

Practice your computer skills and problem-solve with staff. Find answers to your e-reader, tablet and smartphone questions. Free and open to the public. Use a library computer or bring your own laptop or device. No registration required.

Add to Calendar | Find Downtown Bend Public Library
Nov 10

East Bend: Open Computer Lab

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM | Meeting Room

Practice or get help with basic tech tasks and questions.

This is an in-person program. Masks are recommended at all in-person library events.

Practice your computer skills and problem-solve with staff. Find answers to your e-reader, tablet, and smartphone questions. Free and open to the public. Use a library computer or bring your own laptop or device. No registration is required.

Add to Calendar | Find East Bend Public Library
Nov 14

Redmond: Open Computer Lab

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM | Multi-Purpose Room

Practice or get help with basic tech tasks and questions.

Practice your computer skills and problem-solve with staff. Find answers to your e-reader, tablet, and smartphone questions. Free and open to the public. Use a library computer or bring your own laptop or device. No registration required.

Add to Calendar | Find Redmond Public Library
Nov 14

Downtown Bend: SCORE Small Business Counseling

5:30 PM - 7:30 PM | Lobby Tutor Room

Receive confidential business planning with a SCORE mentor.
Avoid time-consuming and costly mistakes by learning from someone who has "been there, done that." SCORE business counselors will be available from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. for free one-on-one small business counseling. Individuals who operate or wish to start small businesses can discuss business planning, organization and start-up, finance, marketing and other critical business issues with SCORE volunteers in private, confidential sessions. No appointment necessary.
SCORE is a nonprofit association dedicated to educating entrepreneurs and helping small businesses start, grow, and succeed nationwide. They are a resource partner with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and have been mentoring small business owners for more than forty years. For more information about Central Oregon SCORE please visit their web site at http://centraloregon.score.org.

Add to Calendar | Find Downtown Bend Public Library
Nov 16

Downtown Bend: Open Computer Lab

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM | Meyer Classroom

Practice or get help with basic tech tasks and questions.

This is an in-person program. Masks are recommended at all in-person library events.

Practice your computer skills and problem-solve with staff. Find answers to your e-reader, tablet and smartphone questions. Free and open to the public. Use a library computer or bring your own laptop or device. No registration required.

Add to Calendar | Find Downtown Bend Public Library

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