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Did you know that Main Library’s makerspace offers access to a vinyl printer for a nominal fee? This two-class series will teach Canva, a free online graphic design platform. Registration required.
In the first class, you will learn to use Canva, a free online graphic design platform, used to create posters, presentations, and other visual content. The site includes many templates and stock images available for use. Participants will also learn the required format to download and save the project to print a banner at TechZone@Main on the Vinyl Printer. For more detailed information about cost to print banners, please click on this link https://www.akronlibrary.org/locations/main-library/techzone-main.
Dates, times, topics:
Class 1: Learn about Canva and how to create posters, banners, or presentations (as an alternative to Microsoft PowerPoint) | Tuesday, April 5 | 6 pm |
Class 2: Participants will use skills learned in the first class to create their own designs and see their poster-sized design printed on the vinyl printer for free | Tuesday, April 12 | 6 pm |
This program requires registration. Due to changing guidelines from the CDC regarding COVID-19, we believe this is the best way to keep you informed about the status of our programs.
Please cancel if you cannot attend the class after registration. You can do so online via the email confirmation received at the time of registration or by calling Electronic Services Division at 330.643.9145.
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AGE GROUP: | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Maker & DIY | Computers & Technology |
TAGS: | Vinyl Printer | training | trainer | techzone | technology training | technology trainer | technology help | Technology | tech help | tech classes | tech assistance | makerspace | help with computers | CorelDraw | computer training | computer help | computer classes |
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.