You are invited to join us for the in-person digital learning events listed on the calendar below.
We provide access to devices, Internet and free learning opportunities, so you can safely and effectively use technology for work, school, play and more. With our in-person and online learning options you have everything you need to engage fully in community life.
More information about the library's digital learning options can be found on the menu to the left.
One-on-One Tech Tutoring @ Aptos (12:00 PM-1:00 PM) Location:
Aptos Branch
Trying to play with technology and getting frustrated? A tech savvy librarian will provide instruction in the use of a wide range of technology services:
How to use free downloadable content available from your library in a number of formats (eBooks, eAudiobooks, and streaming video)
Introduction to SCPL databases (i.e. Consumer Reports, Community Information, etc…)
Creating an email account
Downloading and attaching files
Word processing direction and support
Drop-in weekly appointments, 20 minute slots available.
To best support learning, please bring the following items: devices (i.e., laptops, tablets, and/or smartphones), necessary passwords (Google Play, App Store), and library card!
First-come, First-served. FREE!
Basic Internet Skills @ Downtown (4:30 PM-5:30 PM) Location:
Downtown Branch
The Internet: from the beginning! Join us for these hands-on workshops and learn to use the Internet for research, work, social interaction and more. Each week we explore new topics, such as Browsers, Searching, Email, and Google Docs. No registration required.
Sun, July 22
One-on-One Tech Tutoring @ Downtown (1:00 PM-3:00 PM) Location:
Downtown Branch
One of our tech savvy librarians will teach you a variety of technology services during weekly drop-in 20 minute appointments. First come first served, appointments are taken in order of appearance. Topics include: creating an email account, creating word documents, attaching files, using premium subscription library resources, downloading and streaming content like movies, books, and audiobooks, and much more! Please bring any devices you use, and have your necessary passwords and library card with you.
Mon, July 23
One-on-one Tech Tutoring @ Downtown (3:00 PM-5:00 PM) Location:
Downtown Branch
One of our tech savvy librarians will teach you a variety of technology services during weekly drop-in 20 minute appointments. First come first served, appointments are taken in order of appearance. Topics include: creating an email account, creating word documents, attaching files, using premium subscription library resources, downloading and streaming content like movies, books, and audiobooks, and much more! Please bring any devices you use, and have your necessary passwords and library card with you.
Wed, July 25
One-on-One Tech Tutoring @ Aptos (12:00 PM-1:00 PM) Location:
Aptos Branch
Trying to play with technology and getting frustrated? A tech savvy librarian will provide instruction in the use of a wide range of technology services:
How to use free downloadable content available from your library in a number of formats (eBooks, eAudiobooks, and streaming video)
Introduction to SCPL databases (i.e. Consumer Reports, Community Information, etc…)
Creating an email account
Downloading and attaching files
Word processing direction and support
Drop-in weekly appointments, 20 minute slots available.
To best support learning, please bring the following items: devices (i.e., laptops, tablets, and/or smartphones), necessary passwords (Google Play, App Store), and library card!
First-come, First-served. FREE!
Basic Internet Skills @ Downtown (4:30 PM-5:30 PM) Location:
Downtown Branch
The Internet: from the beginning! Join us for these hands-on workshops and learn to use the Internet for research, work, social interaction and more. Each week we explore new topics, such as Browsers, Searching, Email, and Google Docs. No registration required.
Thu, July 26
Adventures in Virtual Reality (10:30 AM-11:30 AM) Location:
La Selva Beach Branch
Swim with dolphins. Hike Mt. Everest. Step inside 360-degree immersive videos. Create a living work of art. All of these things and more are possible when you adventure in virtual reality. This drop-in experience gives you a taste of what virtual reality can be and introduces you to the world like you've never seen it before. Participants must be 13+.
Fri, July 27
The MAKE Lab (10:00 AM-5:00 PM) Location:
Scotts Valley Branch
Santa Cruz Public Libraries’ very own makerspace—The MAKE Lab—opens for business in 2018! This makerspace will offer a variety of tools for STEAM-based projects including: 3D printers, vinyl cutter, woodburning tool, soldering tool, pinback button machine, book binding machine, and a virtual reality-based sculpting and painting program.
Tools are limited in quantity and will be available on a first come, first serve basis. Kids 13 and under will need parental permission and supervision. Staff will be available to help answer questions and train patrons on more difficult tools. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Scotts Valley Library.
You are invited to join us for the in-person digital learning events listed on the calendar below.
We provide access to devices, Internet and free learning opportunities, so you can safely and effectively use technology for work, school, play and more. With our in-person and online learning options you have everything you need to engage fully in community life.
More information about the library's digital learning options can be found on the menu to the left.
One-on-One Tech Tutoring @ Aptos (12:00 PM-1:00 PM) Location:
Aptos Branch
Trying to play with technology and getting frustrated? A tech savvy librarian will provide instruction in the use of a wide range of technology services:
How to use free downloadable content available from your library in a number of formats (eBooks, eAudiobooks, and streaming video)
Introduction to SCPL databases (i.e. Consumer Reports, Community Information, etc…)
Creating an email account
Downloading and attaching files
Word processing direction and support
Drop-in weekly appointments, 20 minute slots available.
To best support learning, please bring the following items: devices (i.e., laptops, tablets, and/or smartphones), necessary passwords (Google Play, App Store), and library card!
First-come, First-served. FREE!
Basic Internet Skills @ Downtown (4:30 PM-5:30 PM) Location:
Downtown Branch
The Internet: from the beginning! Join us for these hands-on workshops and learn to use the Internet for research, work, social interaction and more. Each week we explore new topics, such as Browsers, Searching, Email, and Google Docs. No registration required.
Sun, July 22
One-on-One Tech Tutoring @ Downtown (1:00 PM-3:00 PM) Location:
Downtown Branch
One of our tech savvy librarians will teach you a variety of technology services during weekly drop-in 20 minute appointments. First come first served, appointments are taken in order of appearance. Topics include: creating an email account, creating word documents, attaching files, using premium subscription library resources, downloading and streaming content like movies, books, and audiobooks, and much more! Please bring any devices you use, and have your necessary passwords and library card with you.
Mon, July 23
One-on-one Tech Tutoring @ Downtown (3:00 PM-5:00 PM) Location:
Downtown Branch
One of our tech savvy librarians will teach you a variety of technology services during weekly drop-in 20 minute appointments. First come first served, appointments are taken in order of appearance. Topics include: creating an email account, creating word documents, attaching files, using premium subscription library resources, downloading and streaming content like movies, books, and audiobooks, and much more! Please bring any devices you use, and have your necessary passwords and library card with you.
Wed, July 25
One-on-One Tech Tutoring @ Aptos (12:00 PM-1:00 PM) Location:
Aptos Branch
Trying to play with technology and getting frustrated? A tech savvy librarian will provide instruction in the use of a wide range of technology services:
How to use free downloadable content available from your library in a number of formats (eBooks, eAudiobooks, and streaming video)
Introduction to SCPL databases (i.e. Consumer Reports, Community Information, etc…)
Creating an email account
Downloading and attaching files
Word processing direction and support
Drop-in weekly appointments, 20 minute slots available.
To best support learning, please bring the following items: devices (i.e., laptops, tablets, and/or smartphones), necessary passwords (Google Play, App Store), and library card!
First-come, First-served. FREE!
Basic Internet Skills @ Downtown (4:30 PM-5:30 PM) Location:
Downtown Branch
The Internet: from the beginning! Join us for these hands-on workshops and learn to use the Internet for research, work, social interaction and more. Each week we explore new topics, such as Browsers, Searching, Email, and Google Docs. No registration required.
Thu, July 26
Adventures in Virtual Reality (10:30 AM-11:30 AM) Location:
La Selva Beach Branch
Swim with dolphins. Hike Mt. Everest. Step inside 360-degree immersive videos. Create a living work of art. All of these things and more are possible when you adventure in virtual reality. This drop-in experience gives you a taste of what virtual reality can be and introduces you to the world like you've never seen it before. Participants must be 13+.
Fri, July 27
The MAKE Lab (10:00 AM-5:00 PM) Location:
Scotts Valley Branch
Santa Cruz Public Libraries’ very own makerspace—The MAKE Lab—opens for business in 2018! This makerspace will offer a variety of tools for STEAM-based projects including: 3D printers, vinyl cutter, woodburning tool, soldering tool, pinback button machine, book binding machine, and a virtual reality-based sculpting and painting program.
Tools are limited in quantity and will be available on a first come, first serve basis. Kids 13 and under will need parental permission and supervision. Staff will be available to help answer questions and train patrons on more difficult tools. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Scotts Valley Library.
You are invited to join us for the in-person digital learning events listed on the calendar below.