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Library Technology Survey
Technology has become an increasing part of the library landscape in recent times, and the Wadsworth Public Library is always looking for ways to improve our technology offerings. Please fill out this quick survey and share your thoughts on the Library's current use of technology and what new technologies you would like to see us pursue in the future.
Library Tech Survey |
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Second Thursday – Power of Attorney
Thursday, September 9 at 2 pm
Mike Cramer and James Gilchrist will discuss the who, what, where, why and how of Powers of Attorney. |
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Caesar Carrino
Wednesday, September 22, 6 pm
Local author and historian Caesar Carrino will talk about his new book, Legendary Folk of Wadsworth, Ohio. Books will be available for purchase and signature. |
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Take us with you anywhere --
We're mobile!
We've designed a new mobile website optimized for viewing on your mobile phone or any web-enabled mobile device. The new site features Wadsworth Library tools you'll find most useful when you're on the go:
Access our mobile website at http://m.wadsworthlibrary.com. Your phone will redirect you to the appropriate-sized page. If it doesn't, choose the small screen for older, 128-pixel width phones or large screen for iPhone, Blackberry, Palm Pre, etc. If you have any questions, give our Technology Department a call at 330-335-2600. |
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Now you can text, too!
Have a quick question? Text us! The Library's Reference Desk can now accept brief questions sent to us from your mobile phone. Our text address is wplreftext@gmail.com.
What kinds of questions can I ask via texting? Simple, quick questions of 160 characters in length that can be answered in 160 characters. If your question requires a more detailed reply, please use Live Chat or call us at 330-335-1294. While there is no charge from the Library for text messaging, you may see a charge for incoming text messages at the standard rate applied by your cell phone carrier, depending on your plan or package. Texting and Live Chat are available during regular business hours. |
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Computer Class for Experienced Users – OpenOffice Impress
Thursday, September 30, 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Wednesday, October 27, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Saturday, November 13, 12:30 – 2:30 pm This class is for experienced users interested in learning how to create & edit presentations using a PowerPoint-style program called OpenOffice Impress. It will last 1½ hours with a 30-minute learning lab at the end. *Registration is required. Call (330) 335-1294 to register. NOTE: There will be a open computer labs throughout the summer for those registered in the computer classes. Practice, review, or ask questions about any of the classes you attended. Registration is not necessary for these learning labs. Dates and times are below. Wednesday, October 6, 3 pm – 5 pm Wednesday, November 3, 3pm – 5 pm Monday, November 30, 3 pm – 5 pm |
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Genealogy Club
A weekly gathering of local genealogists led by Todd Yarbrough. Discover helpful (free) websites, ask questions specific to your research and share resources with other genealogists. Dates and times below. No registration required. Beginners and experts welcome!
All meetings take place from 3:00 – 5:00 pm. Dates: Tuesday, August 17 Tuesday, August 24 Tuesday, August 31 Tuesday, September 7 Tuesday, September 14 Tuesday, September 21 Tuesday, September 28 |
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Gaming at the Library
Interested in learning new games? Want to test your skills against other gamers? Come on in to the library for some friendly competition. Beginners and experts welcome. Games, systems, and times below.
The Simpsons Game (Xbox 360) Monday, September 13, 6 pm Need for Speed Underground 2 (Playstation 2) Wednesday, October 27, 6 pm Call of Duty (Xbox 360) Monday, November 22, 6:30 pm For more information contact Brett at 330-331-8612 or brett.neff@wadsworthlibrary.com. All programs in Meeting Room A. No registration required. |
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Job search resources @ the Library
If you've recently joined the ranks of the unemployed, the Wadsworth Library can be a great place to begin your search for a new job. In addition to the many books on writing resumes, preparing for interviews, and studying for civil service exams, we also provide free Internet access, plus Microsoft Word templates for resume preparation.
In addition, we've created Internet links to information about applying for unemployment benefits, plus links to area newspapers' classified ads and a variety of local and Ohio employment resources. Click here to visit our Employment Search page. |
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Adult Computer Classes for Beginners
Fall 2010
These classes are designed for beginners. Each session lasts approximately 2 hours, including a 30 minute learning lab at the end. Dates, times, and subjects covered are listed below.
Mousing Skills I Monday, September 13, 3 pm – 5 pm Mousing Skills II Monday, September 20, 3 pm – 5 pm Keyboarding I Monday, October 11, 3 pm – 5 pm Keyboarding II Monday, October 18, 3 pm – 5 pm Basic Computers I Monday, November 8, 3 pm – 5 pm Basic Computers II Monday, November 15, 3 pm – 5 pm *Registration required. Call (330) 335-1294 to register. NOTE: There will be a open computer labs throughout the summer for those registered in the computer classes. Practice, review, or ask questions about any of the classes you attended. Registration is not necessary for these learning labs. Dates and times are below. Wednesday, October 6, 3 pm – 5 pm Wednesday, November 3, 3pm – 5 pm Monday, November 30, 3 pm – 5 pm |
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Digital newsletter subscriptions now available
While the LIbrary's newsletter will no longer be printed and mailed to area households, it will still be available in digital form on our webpage. So that you won't miss a single issue, we invite you to subscribe to our e-mail notification system that will generate a notice each time a new issue is posted. Your address will ONLY be used for library communications. Click here to subscribe.
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Help us cut expenses...
Please consider providing your email address or cell phone number (for text messages) to receive the library account notices we typically distribute via snail mail. The notices we send are:
State law guarantees the privacy of the information you provide, so we promise that the information will only be used for library communications. To sign up for email and/or text messaging, click here. |
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Bring us your used ink cartridges!
Looking for a great way to recycle & do a bit of good for the Library? Bring us your empty ink cartridges! We can accept any HP, Dell, or Lexmark cartridges, whether from your home or business printers. Look for the green recycle box near the public computers on the first floor.
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