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Zoom: Microsoft Word Job Readiness Series

2025-03-04 14:00:00 2025-03-04 15:30:00 America/New_York Zoom: Microsoft Word Job Readiness Series Virtual computer classes via Zoom. Learn to create/edit docs, format text, insert headers and footers, create PDFs, etc. Attend one class or the entire series. Registration begins February 10. Virtual Zoom -

Tuesday, March 04
2:00pm - 3:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-03-04 14:00:00 2025-03-04 15:30:00 America/New_York Zoom: Microsoft Word Job Readiness Series Virtual computer classes via Zoom. Learn to create/edit docs, format text, insert headers and footers, create PDFs, etc. Attend one class or the entire series. Registration begins February 10. Virtual Zoom -

Virtual computer classes via Zoom. Learn to create/edit docs, format text, insert headers and footers, create PDFs, etc. Attend one class or the entire series. Registration begins February 10.

This program is presented on Zoom. Once registered, you will receive an e-mail with the participation weblink on the day of the class. Please contact the Library if you registered but are unable to attend. If you do not have an e-mail address, please create a free account, or contact the TechZone@Main at 330.643.9145 for assistance. A webcam and microphone may be necessary to participate fully in this interactive event. Your participation may be limited if you have one or neither of these.

Classes:

  • MS Word 1: Get familiar with the Word interface and OneDrive; explore the Ribbon and Quick Access Toolbar; learn to open and create documents/PDFs; print; and upload applications online. — Monday, March 3, 2-3:30 pm
  • MS Word 2:Learn how to add, delete, move, cut, copy, and paste text; adjust font size, color, and text alignment; modify line and paragraph spacing; use find and replace for text and formats; and create numbered and bulleted lists. — Tuesday, March 4, 2-3:30 pm
  • MS Word 3: Learn how to set up a Word document; create hyperlinks and columns and Columns; add headers, footers, and page numbers; and format headings. — Wednesday, March 5, 2-3:30 pm
  • MS Word 4: Explore working with pictures and text wrapping features; formatting and compressing pictures; using text boxes in Word; and incorporating tables, charts, and watermarks. — Thursday, March 6, 2-3:30 pm
  • MS Word 5: Learn to work with indents and tabs; utilize comments and track changes; check spelling, grammar, and synonyms; inspect and protect documents; and master the mail merge feature. — Monday, March 10, 2-3:30 pm

Click here to view a complete list of upcoming computer and technology classes at the library.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Virtual Program | Job Skills & Career | Computers & Technology |

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Main Library

Phone: 330.643.9000
Branch manager
Michael Bianchi

Hours
We're closed Monday May 26 due to Memorial Day
Mon, May 26 Closed
(Memorial Day)
Tue, May 27 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, May 28 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, May 29 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, May 30 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 31 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jun 01 1:00PM to 5:00PM

About the branch

Main Library, located in the heart of downtown Akron, combines compelling public space with meaningful and relevant public library services for all members of our community. Since opening in 2004, the downtown library welcomes more than one million visitors each year.

Subject divisions include: Business, Government & Science, Culture & AV, Magazines & Newspapers, Special Collections (local history & genealogy), TechZone@Main, Teen, and a 12,000 square feet Children's Library.

Special services available at Main Library include: a Patent & Trademark Resource Center; U.S. Passport and Notary services; a Microbusiness Center; a Maker Space; a resource lab for early childhood educators; and regularly scheduled computer training classes. Also available at Main Library are more than 125 public access computers, color photocopiers/printers, laminating, scanning, faxing, and free Wi-Fi.

Specialized spaces include a 425-seat auditorium, public meeting rooms, and a used bookstore. An interior glass block walkway leads to a 600-space parking garage owned by the City of Akron. An outdoor amphitheater and landscaped park complete the complex.

Upcoming Events

Sun, Jun 01, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Auditorium

Mon, Jun 02, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Computer Lab 1

Tue, Jun 03, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Small Business & Nonprofit Resource Center Space B

Tue, Jun 03, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Small Business & Nonprofit Resource Center Space A

Tue, Jun 03, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Computer Lab 1

Wed, Jun 04, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Small Business & Nonprofit Resource Center Space B

Thu, Jun 05, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Small Business & Nonprofit Resource Center Space A

Thu, Jun 05, 12:30pm - 3:00pm
Small Business & Nonprofit Resource Center Space A

Thu, Jun 05, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Computer Lab 1

Thu, Jun 05, 6:15pm - 8:00pm
Auditorium

Thu, Jun 05, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1 South High St.

Mon, Jun 09, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Computer Lab 1

Mon, Jun 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Library Programming Room

Mon, Jun 09, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Computer Lab 1

Tue, Jun 10, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Small Business & Nonprofit Resource Center Space A

Tue, Jun 10, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Small Business & Nonprofit Resource Center Space B

Tue, Jun 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
TechZone

Tue, Jun 10, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Computer Lab 1

Wed, Jun 11, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Computer Lab 1

Wed, Jun 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Library Programming Room
This event is full

Wed, Jun 11, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Small Business & Nonprofit Resource Center Space A

Wed, Jun 11, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Auditorium

Wed, Jun 11, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
TechZone
This event is full

Wed, Jun 11, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Children's Library Programming Room

Thu, Jun 12, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Small Business & Nonprofit Resource Center Space A

Thu, Jun 12, 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Library Programming Room

Thu, Jun 12, 12:30pm - 3:00pm
Small Business & Nonprofit Resource Center Space A

Thu, Jun 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children's Library Educator Lab,Children's Library Programming Room

Thu, Jun 12, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Computer Lab 1

Thu, Jun 12, 5:00pm - 9:00pm

Thu, Jun 12, 6:15pm - 8:00pm
Auditorium

Fri, Jun 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Library Programming Room

Fri, Jun 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Teen Meeting Room

Mon, Jun 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Library Programming Room

Tue, Jun 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
TechZone

Tue, Jun 17, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Small Business & Nonprofit Resource Center Space A

Wed, Jun 18, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Small Business & Nonprofit Resource Center Space A,Small Business & Nonprofit Resource Center Space B

Wed, Jun 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Library Programming Room
This event is full

Wed, Jun 18, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Auditorium

Wed, Jun 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 1

Thu, Jun 19, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Small Business & Nonprofit Resource Center Space A

Thu, Jun 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Library Programming Room

Thu, Jun 19, 12:30pm - 3:00pm
Small Business & Nonprofit Resource Center Space A

Thu, Jun 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children's Library Educator Lab,Children's Library Programming Room

Fri, Jun 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Library Programming Room

Sat, Jun 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Library Programming Room

Sat, Jun 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Teen Meeting Room

Sat, Jun 21, 2:00pm - 4:45pm
Auditorium

Mon, Jun 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Library Programming Room

Mon, Jun 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen Meeting Room

Mon, Jun 23, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
TechZone
Registration opens Monday, June 2 2025 at 10:00am

Tue, Jun 24, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Small Business & Nonprofit Resource Center Space A

Tue, Jun 24, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
TechZone
Registration opens Tuesday, June 3 2025 at 10:00am

Wed, Jun 25, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Small Business & Nonprofit Resource Center Space B

Wed, Jun 25, 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Library Programming Room
This event is full

Wed, Jun 25, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Auditorium

Wed, Jun 25, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Computer Lab 1,Computer Lab 2
Registration opens Wednesday, June 4 2025 at 10:00am

Thu, Jun 26, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Quiet Study Room 1

Thu, Jun 26, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Small Business & Nonprofit Resource Center Space A

Thu, Jun 26, 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Library Programming Room

Thu, Jun 26, 12:30pm - 3:00pm
Small Business & Nonprofit Resource Center Space A

Thu, Jun 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children's Library Educator Lab,Children's Library Programming Room

Thu, Jun 26, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
TechZone
Registration opens Thursday, June 5 2025 at 10:00am

Thu, Jun 26, 6:15pm - 8:00pm
Auditorium

Fri, Jun 27, 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Library Programming Room

Sun, Jun 29, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Library Park/Amphitheater

Mon, Jun 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Library Programming Room

Mon, Jun 30, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
TechZone
Registration opens Monday, June 9 2025 at 10:00am

Mon, Jun 30, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
115 E Market St, Akron, OH 44308

Tue, Jul 01, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Small Business & Nonprofit Resource Center Space B

Tue, Jul 01, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Small Business & Nonprofit Resource Center Space A

Tue, Jul 01, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Computer Lab 1,Computer Lab 2
Registration opens Tuesday, June 10 2025 at 10:00am