Sign Up Now for Fall Courses!

Learn something new at the Forest Heights Community Centre. Register now while there are spaces available. Consider forwarding this email to anyone else who may be interested.

Ideas or suggestions? We welcome your input to help us plan for the Fall season!

Registration

Click here to access the City of Kitchener registration website. Need help?Download this guide or ask at any Community Centre. Use the barcode numbers below to quickly locate the course you are interested in.

Note: We are offing several new courses this Fall, including Taming Facebookand Manage Investments with Google Spreadsheets. There is a limit of 8 people per class so sign up soon to guarantee your spot!

Android Tablets and Phones - Level 1

Gain confidence on your Android tablet or phone through this hands-on course. Learn how to organize your device, explore basic features and use practical apps.

Participants must bring their Android tablet or phone to class.

Barcode 220490 Instructor: Howard Lenos

3 weeks Wednesdays Oct 26 - Nov 9 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Android Tablets and Phones - Level 2

Gain confidence on your on your Android tablet or Android-based smart phone through this hands-on course. Learn how to personalize your device, use Google voice commands, connect to the Internet, connect with others through Facebook and social apps, and explore entertainment capabilities.

Participants must bring their Android tablet or phone to class.

Barcode 220492 Instructor: Howard Lenos

3 weeks Wednesdays Nov 16 - Nov 30 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

iPads and iPhones - Level 1

Gain confidence on your Apple iPad or iPhone through this hands-on course. Learn how to organize your device, explore basic features and use practical apps.

Participants must bring their iPad or iPhone to class.

Barcode 220495 Instructor: Howard Lenos

3 weeks Tuesdays Nov 1 - Nov 15 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

iPads and iPhones - Level 2

Gain confidence on your Apple iPad or iPhone through this hands-on course. Learn how to personalize your device, use Siri voice commands, connect to the Internet, connect with others through Facebook and social apps, and explore entertainment capabilities.

Participants must bring their own IPad or iPhone to class.

Barcode 220493 Instructor: Howard Lenos

3 weeks Tuesdays Nov 22 - Dec 6 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Manage Investments with Google Spreadsheets (New)

Google Spreadsheets provides up to date investment information and powerful tracking and charting features to help you focus and manage your investments. You will learn to use these capabilities to build your own personal portfolio management tool.

Participants should be familiar with spreadsheets and basic computer use and concepts and must bring their own laptops to class.

Barcode 220494 Instructor: Howard Lenos

4 weeks Thursdays Nov 17 - Dec 8 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Taming Facebook (New)

Facebook is a great way to stay in touch with friends and family. The problem is that it’s often difficult to separate the noise from what's really important. This hands-on course will help you get Facebook under control. We will explore how to manage your Newsfeed, using lists and private groups, and guidelines for effective communications.

Participants should be familiar with basic computer and Internet use and bring their laptop, iPad or tablet to class.

Barcode 220487 Instructor: Howard Lenos

3 weeks Wednesdays Oct 5 - Oct 19 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Using Windows 10

Windows 10 has arrived and is loaded with new capabilities. This hands-on course will help you get the most out of Windows 10. It covers on-line features like OneDrive, Microsoft's new Cortana voice interaction, The Edge Internet browser, search capabilities, customizing your Windows experience, and other changes relative to previous versions.

Participants should be familiar with basic computer use and concepts and are encouraged to bring their own Windows 10 (or Windows 10 capable) laptops to class.

Barcode 220496 Instructor: Howard Lenos

4 weeks Tuesdays Oct 4 - Oct 25 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Working with Digital Photos

Get organized to do more with your digital photos. Topics include: how to take better pictures, setting up and organizing a photo library, basic photo editing, printing photos, and creative photo projects. Content is tailored to the specific interests and experience levels of the class.

Participants must bring their own digital camera, be familiar with using Microsoft Windows, working with files and folders, and have a basic knowledge of photography. Participants are encouraged to bring their own laptop to class.

Barcode 220489 Instructor: Howard Lenos

6 weeks Thursdays Oct 6 - Nov 10 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Note: We are considering an Introduction to Computers course for those new to Microsoft Windows and computers, depending on interest. If this is something you would attend, reply to this email to help us decide on further planning and scheduling. We also welcome your ideas on other technology courses you would like to see the FHCA consider.