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Computer Basics

for Older Adults
2025-08-11 10:00:00 2025-08-11 11:30:00 America/New_York Computer Basics For Older Adults John M. Harper Branch - Program Room

Monday, August 11
10:00am - 11:30am

Add to Calendar 2025-08-11 10:00:00 2025-08-11 11:30:00 America/New_York Computer Basics For Older Adults John M. Harper Branch - Program Room

John M. Harper Branch

Program Room

For Older Adults

About the Program

Learn basic computer skills and enhance your computer literacy at your own pace with the assistance of our skilled staff. Suitable for beginners.

This program is part of a series. There are two sessions taking place on Mondays, July 7 and August 11.

Photography Notice: Please note that photographs and videos may be taken at this event and may be broadcast, reproduced, and/or made available in print or online. For individual or small group photos, staff will make attendees aware of their presence and will ask permission before taking photos.

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Programmer: Min

AGE GROUP: | Older Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Tech and Tools |

TAGS: | Technology, social media and computer literacy |

John M. Harper Branch
Phone: 519-886-1310
Hours
Mon, Aug 11 9:30AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Aug 12 9:30AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Aug 13 9:30AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Aug 14 9:30AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Aug 15 9:30AM to 5:30PM
Sat, Aug 16 9:30AM to 5:30PM
Sun, Aug 17 Closed
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About the branch

Located on the west side of Waterloo, the John M. Harper Branch shares a building with the Stork Family YMCA. It features soaring ceilings, dedicated study space (including 3 bookable study rooms), a large Community Room and an outdoor courtyard. 

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