Chalk the Walk

Posted by Aaron on 24 June 21

Come to the library for some outdoor fun while leaving your mark on our sidewalks! We’ll provide some free chalk to keep, as well as shared outdoor toys like hula hoops, bubbles and more.

Pickleweed— Tuesday, July 20, 12-2pm
Downtown–Wednesday, July 21, 12-2pm
Northgate–Friday, July 30, 12-2pm

Libros Gratis Para los Niños

Posted by Aaron on 23 June 21

Los amigos de la biblioteca estarán regalando libros en el Parque Pickleweed! el Sábado Julio 24 de 10-12. Venga con su familia y amigos y obtengan libros gratis!

All Things Apple! with Beryn Hammil

Posted by bonnie on 15 June 21

If you are new to All Things Apple! and would like to get on the contact list for classes, please contact Librarian, Bonnie Groshong at: bonnie.groshong@cityofsanrafael.org

Instructor, Beryn Hammil, will email you a welcome packet that includes instructions for how to participate in the Zoom meeting. You must register in advance on Zoom each week for each class you want to attend. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing links to joining the meeting.

Class topics will be divided into Part 1 at 2pm and Part 2 at 4pm. You’re welcome to participate in any and all classes, and for some topics you’re encouraged to participate in both parts to maximize the learning experience of that subject.

Each topic will cover information for the Mac computer, iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch.

These class topics were put together based on input from students, and while some of these topics have been taught recently, there’s always something new to learn in each. The content of each topic description will be adhered to, but discussion is not limited to just what’s presented in this schedule as one thing often leads to another.

Doors for each class will open 15 minutes prior to that class starting and we will start on time. When the class capacity of 100 participants is reached in the live Zoom room, those who get “locked out” will be able to view the class by live streaming it on YouTube. This is called the “Balcony Section.” Those who are registered to participate by half past the hour prior to class starting will receive an email with the link to the live stream. It will be sent out within 15 minutes of the class starting. If you’re viewing the class from the balcony you will not be able to raise your hand to ask questions but can nonetheless learn something new.

At the end of each class participants can stay for a Q&A session about that or any other topic. Because many people leave at the formal end of class, those who are watching the class from the balcony section will be able to join the live after-class Q&A to have their questions answered. Simply go back to the original link you received to the join the Zoom class and use that to get in.

A recap video of each class will be available so you can review material on YouTube, and you can build your own library of them, but you must participate in that class to receive access to it. Instructions for how to do this are given in the orientation email you received with your welcome packet as well as in the email for the live stream Zoom link sent out before each class starts.

Pre-registration is a requisite for each class, even if there are two on the same day. Invitations to register are sent out each THURSDAY morning for all of the following week’s classes, and you must register for each class separately.

Times shown for all classes is Pacific Time; please adjust accordingly for where you are.

If you know in advance that you have a specific question, please email it to me no later than 4:00 PM (PDT) the day before the class so I can prepare the answer.  

Apple’s major software update to iOS 15 and OS 12 (Monterey) for the Mac is guesstimated to happen some time in September, but the exact date is still unknown. If things go as usual, in early October I’ll be teaching the new operating systems. By then I’ll have had a chance to get to up to speed and Apple will have already worked out the initial bugs.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 5^th

2:00 PM – CONTACTS

Learn how to:

• create a new contact
• add a photo to a person’s contact card
• make a person a VIP
• add someone as an emergency contact for SOS

4:00 PM – THE TELEPHONE PART OF YOUR iPHONE  

Learn how to:

• save contact information from a received call
• make calls not just from the Phone app, but from your Contacts app,
• respond to an incoming call with a message instead of taking the call,
• make international phone calls using FaceTime and 3rd party calling apps that use WiFi for calling to avoid costly international calling charges.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 12^th

2:00 PM – APPLE PAY & THE WALLET APP

Learn how to;

• set up the Wallet app so you won’t fumble around at the checkout counter,
• set up your computer so online shopping is easier too,
• use 3^rd party payment apps like Venmo, Zelle and others.

4:00 PM – USEFUL FUNCTIONS

Learn how to:

• use Find My…
• use the QR code reader with your camera
• share stuff
• store your Covid vaccine card for easy retrieval

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 19^TH – THE NOTES APP (my favorite)

2:00 PM – PART 1

Learn how to:

• create a note,
• organize your Notes with folders and sub-folders,
• format the text in your Note,
• share your Note with someone else. They can even work on that Note with you. Or not.

4:00 PM – PART 2

Learn how to

• scan a document into a note,
• add photos and web links from any of your devices,
• markup details,
• create charts and more.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 26^th – TIPS & TRICKS and OPEN DISCUSSION

2:00 PM until ?

There will be only one class, starting at 2:00 PM (Pacific Time), and it will last for however long you want it to last.

There are always little tricks that make using your Apple products easier and niftier. We’ll start this class with a few of them and then move onto answering your questions as an “open discussion.” The contents of this segment of the class will be determined by whatever you want to learn and discuss, so have your questions ready…

If you know in advance that you have a specific question, please email it to me no later than 4:00 PM (PDT) the day before the class so I can prepare the answer.

If you have any comments, recommendations for future class topics or content, I welcome your feedback. Send them to beryn@me.com.

All Things Apple! with Beryn Hammil

Posted by bonnie on 15 June 21

If you are new to All Things Apple! and would like to attend class, please register by contacting Librarian, Bonnie Groshong at: bonnie.groshong@cityofsanrafael.org  

Instructor, Beryn Hammil, will email you a welcome packet that includes instructions for how to participate in the Zoom meeting. You must register in advance on Zoom each week for each class you want to attend. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing links to joining the meeting.

Class topics will be divided into Part 1 at 2pm and Part 2 at 4pm. You’re welcome to participate in any and all classes, and for some topics you’re encouraged to participate in both parts to maximize the learning experience of that subject.

Each topic will cover information for the Mac computer, iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch.

These class topics were put together based on input from students, and while some of these topics have been taught recently, there’s always something new to learn in each. The content of each topic description will be adhered to, but discussion is not limited to just what’s presented in this schedule as one thing often leads to another.

Doors for each class will open 15 minutes prior to that class starting and we will start on time. When the class capacity of 100 participants is reached in the live Zoom room, those who get “locked out” will be able to view the class by live streaming it on YouTube. This is called the “Balcony Section.” Those who are registered to participate by half past the hour prior to class starting will receive an email with the link to the live stream. It will be sent out within 15 minutes of the class starting. If you’re viewing the class from the balcony you will not be able to raise your hand to ask questions but can nonetheless learn something new.

At the end of each class participants can stay for a Q&A session about that or any other topic. Because many people leave at the formal end of class, those who are watching the class from the balcony section will be able to join the live after-class Q&A to have their questions answered. Simply go back to the original link you received to the join the Zoom class and use that to get in.

A recap video of each class will be available so you can review material on YouTube, and you can build your own library of them, but you must participate in that class to receive access to it. Instructions for how to do this are given in the orientation email you received with your welcome packet as well as in the email for the live stream Zoom link sent out before each class starts.

Pre-registration is a requisite for each class, even if there are two on the same day. Invitations to register are sent out each THURSDAY morning for all of the following week’s classes, and you must register for each class separately.

Times shown for all classes is Pacific Time; please adjust accordingly for where you are.

If you know in advance that you have a specific question, please email it to me no later than 4:00 PM (PDT) the day before the class so I can prepare the answer.  

Apple’s major software update to iOS 15 and OS 12 (Monterey) for the Mac is guesstimated to happen some time in September, but the exact date is still unknown. If things go as usual, in early October I’ll be teaching the new operating systems. By then I’ll have had a chance to get to up to speed and Apple will have already worked out the initial bugs.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 5^th

2:00 PM – CONTACTS

Learn how to:

• create a new contact
• add a photo to a person’s contact card
• make a person a VIP
• add someone as an emergency contact for SOS

4:00 PM – THE TELEPHONE PART OF YOUR iPHONE  

Learn how to:

• save contact information from a received call
• make calls not just from the Phone app, but from your Contacts app,
• respond to an incoming call with a message instead of taking the call,
• make international phone calls using FaceTime and 3rd party calling apps that use WiFi for calling to avoid costly international calling charges.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 12^th

2:00 PM – APPLE PAY & THE WALLET APP

Learn how to;

• set up the Wallet app so you won’t fumble around at the checkout counter,
• set up your computer so online shopping is easier too,
• use 3^rd party payment apps like Venmo, Zelle and others.

4:00 PM – USEFUL FUNCTIONS

Learn how to:

• use Find My…
• use the QR code reader with your camera
• share stuff
• store your Covid vaccine card for easy retrieval

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 19^TH – THE NOTES APP (my favorite)

2:00 PM – PART 1

Learn how to:

• create a note,
• organize your Notes with folders and sub-folders,
• format the text in your Note,
• share your Note with someone else. They can even work on that Note with you. Or not.

4:00 PM – PART 2

Learn how to

• scan a document into a note,
• add photos and web links from any of your devices,
• markup details,
• create charts and more.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 26^th – TIPS & TRICKS and OPEN DISCUSSION

2:00 PM until ?

There will be only one class, starting at 2:00 PM (Pacific Time), and it will last for however long you want it to last.

There are always little tricks that make using your Apple products easier and niftier. We’ll start this class with a few of them and then move onto answering your questions as an “open discussion.” The contents of this segment of the class will be determined by whatever you want to learn and discuss, so have your questions ready…

If you know in advance that you have a specific question, please email it to me no later than 4:00 PM (PDT) the day before the class so I can prepare the answer.

If you have any comments, recommendations for future class topics or content, I welcome your feedback. Send them to beryn@me.com.

All Things Apple! with Beryn Hammil

Posted by bonnie on 15 June 21

If you are new to All Things Apple! and would like to get on the contact list for classes, please contact Librarian, Bonnie Groshong at: bonnie.groshong@cityofsanrafael.org

Instructor, Beryn Hammil, will then email you a welcome packet that includes instructions for how to participate in the Zoom meeting. You must register in advance on Zoom each week for each class you want to attend. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing links to joining the meeting.

Class topics will be divided into Part 1 at 2pm and Part 2 at 4pm. You’re welcome to participate in any and all classes, and for some topics you’re encouraged to participate in both parts to maximize the learning experience of that subject.

Each topic will cover information for the Mac computer, iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch.

These class topics were put together based on input from students, and while some of these topics have been taught recently, there’s always something new to learn in each. The content of each topic description will be adhered to, but discussion is not limited to just what’s presented in this schedule as one thing often leads to another.

Doors for each class will open 15 minutes prior to that class starting and we will start on time. When the class capacity of 100 participants is reached in the live Zoom room, those who get “locked out” will be able to view the class by live streaming it on YouTube. This is called the “Balcony Section.” Those who are registered to participate by half past the hour prior to class starting will receive an email with the link to the live stream. It will be sent out within 15 minutes of the class starting. If you’re viewing the class from the balcony you will not be able to raise your hand to ask questions but can nonetheless learn something new.

At the end of each class participants can stay for a Q&A session about that or any other topic. Because many people leave at the formal end of class, those who are watching the class from the balcony section will be able to join the live after-class Q&A to have their questions answered. Simply go back to the original link you received to the join the Zoom class and use that to get in.

A recap video of each class will be available so you can review material on YouTube, and you can build your own library of them, but you must participate in that class to receive access to it. Instructions for how to do this are given in the orientation email you received with your welcome packet as well as in the email for the live stream YouTube link sent out before each class starts.

Pre-registration is a requisite for each class, even if there are two on the same day. Invitations to register are sent out each THURSDAY morning for the following week’s classes, and you must register for each class separately.

The time shown for all classes is Pacific Time; please adjust accordingly for where you are.

If you know in advance that you have a specific question, please email it to me no later than 4:00 PM (PDT) the day before the class so I can prepare the answer.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 2nd – SAFARI

2:00 PM – PART 1

Learn how to:

• set up the software to work the way you want it to on each of your devices
• set up the privacy features to protect you from having your browsing history used by marketers
• create and organize your bookmarks
• use the tabs function

4:00 PM – PART 2

Learn how to:

• use the translation function
• share articles with other people
• save an article to the Notes app
• scan QR codes within the app to get detailed information

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 9^th – EMAIL

2:00 PM – PART 1

Learn how to;

• create an email account
• create and use multiple email accounts (useful to separate your personal emails from subscription emails)
• set up and organize mailboxes
• move emails between different accounts and save them into specific mailboxes

4:00 PM – PART 2

Learn how to:

• format your emails
• add images to your emails
• create groups in your Contacts app for emailing holiday cards, notices, etc. and use “bcc” for those mailing lists
• create groups in your Notes app for emailing to a large list of people that you don’t want in your Contacts app

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 16^th – PHOTOS

2:00 PM – PART 1

Learn how to:

• save and import photos into this app when you receive one in an email, message or from a website
• create albums to keep your photos well organized
• find and retrieve photos from within the app
• share your photos

4:00 PM – PART 2

Learn how to:

• do some basic editing of your photos in the Photos app on your computer and mobile devices

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER  23^rd – OPEN DISCUSSION

Because many people might not be able to attend because they’re either preparing for Thanksgiving or traveling, or just want to spend more time with friends and family, we’ll forego Tips & Tricks this month. There will be no “Exceptions” for receiving the recap video of this class.

2:00 PM until ?

There will be only one class, starting at 2:00 PM (Pacific Time), and it will last for however long you want it to last. The contents of this class will be determined by whatever you want to learn and discuss, so have your questions ready…

If you have any comments, recommendations for future class topics or content, I welcome your feedback. Send them to beryn@me.com.

All Things Apple! with Beryn Hammil

Posted by bonnie on 15 June 21

If you are new to All Things Apple! and would like to get on the contact list for classes, please contact Librarian, Bonnie Groshong at: bonnie.groshong@cityofsanrafael.org

Instructor, Beryn Hammil, will then email you a welcome packet that includes instructions for how to participate in the Zoom meeting. You must register in advance on Zoom each week for each class you want to attend. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing links to joining the meeting.

Class topics will be divided into Part 1 at 2pm and Part 2 at 4pm. You’re welcome to participate in any and all classes, and for some topics you’re encouraged to participate in both parts to maximize the learning experience of that subject.

Each topic will cover information for the Mac computer, iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch.

These class topics were put together based on input from students, and while some of these topics have been taught recently, there’s always something new to learn in each. The content of each topic description will be adhered to, but discussion is not limited to just what’s presented in this schedule as one thing often leads to another.

Doors for each class will open 15 minutes prior to that class starting and we will start on time. When the class capacity of 100 participants is reached in the live Zoom room, those who get “locked out” will be able to view the class by live streaming it on YouTube. This is called the “Balcony Section.” Those who are registered to participate by half past the hour prior to class starting will receive an email with the link to the live stream. It will be sent out within 15 minutes of the class starting. If you’re viewing the class from the balcony you will not be able to raise your hand to ask questions but can nonetheless learn something new.

At the end of each class participants can stay for a Q&A session about that or any other topic. Because many people leave at the formal end of class, those who are watching the class from the balcony section will be able to join the live after-class Q&A to have their questions answered. Simply go back to the original link you received to the join the Zoom class and use that to get in.

A recap video of each class will be available so you can review material on YouTube, and you can build your own library of them, but you must participate in that class to receive access to it. Instructions for how to do this are given in the orientation email you received with your welcome packet as well as in the email for the live stream YouTube link sent out before each class starts.

Pre-registration is a requisite for each class, even if there are two on the same day. Invitations to register are sent out each THURSDAY morning for the following week’s classes, and you must register for each class separately.

The time shown for all classes is Pacific Time; please adjust accordingly for where you are.

If you know in advance that you have a specific question, please email it to me no later than 4:00 PM (PDT) the day before the class so I can prepare the answer.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 2nd – SAFARI

2:00 PM – PART 1

Learn how to:

• set up the software to work the way you want it to on each of your devices
• set up the privacy features to protect you from having your browsing history used by marketers
• create and organize your bookmarks
• use the tabs function

4:00 PM – PART 2

Learn how to:

• use the translation function
• share articles with other people
• save an article to the Notes app
• scan QR codes within the app to get detailed information

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 9^th – EMAIL

2:00 PM – PART 1

Learn how to;

• create an email account
• create and use multiple email accounts (useful to separate your personal emails from subscription emails)
• set up and organize mailboxes
• move emails between different accounts and save them into specific mailboxes

4:00 PM – PART 2

Learn how to:

• format your emails
• add images to your emails
• create groups in your Contacts app for emailing holiday cards, notices, etc. and use “bcc” for those mailing lists
• create groups in your Notes app for emailing to a large list of people that you don’t want in your Contacts app

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 16^th – PHOTOS

2:00 PM – PART 1

Learn how to:

• save and import photos into this app when you receive one in an email, message or from a website
• create albums to keep your photos well organized
• find and retrieve photos from within the app
• share your photos

4:00 PM – PART 2

Learn how to:

• do some basic editing of your photos in the Photos app on your computer and mobile devices

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER  23^rd – OPEN DISCUSSION

Because many people might not be able to attend because they’re either preparing for Thanksgiving or traveling, or just want to spend more time with friends and family, we’ll forego Tips & Tricks this month. There will be no “Exceptions” for receiving the recap video of this class.

2:00 PM until ?

There will be only one class, starting at 2:00 PM (Pacific Time), and it will last for however long you want it to last. The contents of this class will be determined by whatever you want to learn and discuss, so have your questions ready…

If you have any comments, recommendations for future class topics or content, I welcome your feedback. Send them to beryn@me.com.

All Things Apple! with Beryn Hammil

Posted by bonnie on 15 June 21

If you are new to All Things Apple! and would like to attend class, please register by contacting Librarian, Bonnie Groshong at: bonnie.groshong@cityofsanrafael.org  

Instructor, Beryn Hammil, will email you a welcome packet that includes instructions for how to participate in the Zoom meeting. You must register in advance on Zoom each week for each class you want to attend. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing links to joining the meeting.

Class topics will be divided into Part 1 at 2pm and Part 2 at 4pm. You’re welcome to participate in any and all classes, and for some topics you’re encouraged to participate in both parts to maximize the learning experience of that subject.

Each topic will cover information for the Mac computer, iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch.

These class topics were put together based on input from students, and while some of these topics have been taught recently, there’s always something new to learn in each. The content of each topic description will be adhered to, but discussion is not limited to just what’s presented in this schedule as one thing often leads to another.

Doors for each class will open 15 minutes prior to that class starting and we will start on time. When the class capacity of 100 participants is reached in the live Zoom room, those who get “locked out” will be able to view the class by live streaming it on YouTube. This is called the “Balcony Section.” Those who are registered to participate by half past the hour prior to class starting will receive an email with the link to the live stream. It will be sent out within 15 minutes of the class starting. If you’re viewing the class from the balcony you will not be able to raise your hand to ask questions but can nonetheless learn something new.

At the end of each class participants can stay for a Q&A session about that or any other topic. Because many people leave at the formal end of class, those who are watching the class from the balcony section will be able to join the live after-class Q&A to have their questions answered. Simply go back to the original link you received to the join the Zoom class and use that to get in.

A recap video of each class will be available so you can review material on YouTube, and you can build your own library of them, but you must participate in that class to receive access to it. Instructions for how to do this are given in the orientation email you received with your welcome packet as well as in the email for the live stream Zoom link sent out before each class starts.

Pre-registration is a requisite for each class, even if there are two on the same day. Invitations to register are sent out each THURSDAY morning for all of the following week’s classes, and you must register for each class separately.

Times shown for all classes is Pacific Time; please adjust accordingly for where you are.

If you know in advance that you have a specific question, please email it to me no later than 4:00 PM (PDT) the day before the class so I can prepare the answer.  

Apple’s major software update to iOS 15 and OS 12 (Monterey) for the Mac is guesstimated to happen some time in September, but the exact date is still unknown. If things go as usual, in early October I’ll be teaching the new operating systems. By then I’ll have had a chance to get to up to speed and Apple will have already worked out the initial bugs.

Let’s ease back into the rhythm of our Zoom classes and also welcome new students with a month of classes on the basics and functionality of all our Apple devices. This will get everyone up to speed and familiar with the terminology and technology. It will also prove useful as we venture into more specifics about various applications and functions later on so everyone will be on the same page.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 7^th – Because today is Rosh Hoshana, there will be only one class and it will go for 1.5 hours. Those who need to leave early can do so.

2:00 PM – Settings, Control Center & Notifications

Learn the basic settings of each of your devices and what each can do for you. Between these functions, you’ll be able to navigate your devices easily and have a variety of functions at your fingertips. Learn how to access and set up some of these functions so you’re familiar with the process and can explore others on your own.

TUESDAY, SEPT 14^th

2:00 PM – iCloud & iCloud Drive

Learn the difference between the two and how to set up and use each of these important functions on all your Apple devices,

4:00 PM – Organizing your devices & the “Files” app

Learn how to:

• create and organize folders,
• add items to those folders,
• tag them with colors for easy sorting and accessing,
• find everything easily, everywhere,
• access the folders and documents in your Apple computer from any mobile device using iCloud Drive and the “Files” app.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 21^st

2:00 PM – Online Security, Passwords & Keychain

Learn how to stay safe online when you apply the “Five Commandments” of online safety.

Learn how to:

• create an unique and easily retrievable password for each of your online accounts,
• use the Keychain function so each password automatically loads in each of your Apple devices next time you need to retrieve one quickly.

4:00 PM – Backing up and storing all your valuable digital contents

Learn how to use Time Machine, external storage devices, and 3^rd party offsite storage companies to keep all your documents, photos, movies, and music libraries safe and secure.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28^th – TIPS & TRICKS and OPEN DISCUSSION and IOS 15 and OS 12

2:00 PM until ?

There will be only one class, starting at 2:00 PM (Pacific Time), and it will last for however long you want it to last.

There are always little tricks that make using your Apple products easier and niftier. We’ll start this class with a few of them and then move onto answering your questions as an “open discussion.” The contents of this segment of the class will be determined by whatever you want to learn and discuss, so have your questions ready…

If you know in advance that you have a specific question, please email it to me no later than 4:00 PM (PDT) the day before the class so I can prepare the answer.

Apple’s major software update to iOS 15 and OS 12 (Monterey) for the Mac is guesstimated to happen some time in September, but the exact date is still unknown. If things go as usual, in early October I’ll be teaching the new operating systems. By then I’ll have had a chance to get to up to speed and Apple will have already worked out the initial bugs.

If you have any comments, recommendations for future class topics or content, I welcome your feedback. Send them to beryn@me.com.

All Things Apple! with Beryn Hammil

Posted by bonnie on 15 June 21

If you are new to All Things Apple! and would like to get on the contact list for classes, please email Librarian, Bonnie Groshong at: bonnie.groshong@cityofsanrafael.org
Instructor Beryn Hammil will email you a welcome packet that includes detailed instructions on how to participate in the live Zoom meeting, stream from YouTube, or receive recap videos. You must register in advance on Zoom each week for each class you want to attend. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing links for joining the meeting 15 minutes before class.

Pre-registration is a requisite for each class, even if there are two on the same day. Invitations to register are sent out each THURSDAY morning to previous participants for all of the following week’s classes, and you must register for each class separately.

SCHEDULE of CLASSES

Tuesday, February 15, 2:00 – 3:30 – Open Discussion and Q&A

Tuesday, February 22, 2:00 – 3:30 – Open Discussion + Mac OS Monterey + a few handy tips

Tuesday, March 1, 2:00 – 3:30 pm – Notes
Learn how to: 

• create a Note,
• organize your Notes with folders and sub-folders,
• create a tag (a new function) for your topic,
• search for any Note within the app,
• create a Note with a website link and add comments to it,
• share your Note with someone else. They can even work on that Note with you. Or not.
• scan a document into a Note,
• add photos and web links from any of your devices using Quick Notes.

Tuesday, March 8, 2:00 – 3:30 pm – Email

Tuesday, March 15, 2:00 – 3:30 pm – No Class

Tuesday, March 22, 2:00 – 3:30 pm – Organization

• Mac: learn how to organize and find your files and documents, and even their content using the search function,
• Learn about tags,
• iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch; learn how to create app folders, discover the benefits of the 
  App Library, and how to find an app easily even if you can’t remember where you put it.
• Learn how to find content on your mobile devices. 
• …and more…

Tuesday, March 29, 2:00 – 3:30 pm – Tips & Tricks + Open Discussion / Q&A

The content of this class will be determined by whatever you want to learn and discuss, so have your questions ready…

Time shown for all classes is Pacific Time; please adjust accordingly for where you are.
Each topic will cover information for the Mac computer, iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch.

These class topics are put together based on input from students, and while some of these topics have been taught recently, there’s always something new to learn in each. The content of each topic description will be adhered to, but discussion is not limited to just what’s presented in this schedule as one thing often leads to another.

Doors for each class will open 15 minutes prior to that class starting and we will start on time. When the class capacity of 100 participants is reached in the live Zoom room, those who get “locked out” will be able to view the class by live streaming it on YouTube. This is called the “Balcony Section.” Those who are registered to participate by half past the hour prior to class starting will receive an email with the link to the live stream. It will be sent out within 15 minutes of the class starting. If you’re viewing the class from the balcony you will not be able to raise your hand to ask questions but can nonetheless learn something new.

At the end of each class participants can stay for a Q&A session about that or any other topic. Because many people leave at the formal end of class, those who are watching the class from the balcony section will be able to join the live after-class Q&A to have their questions answered. Simply go back to the original link you received to the join the Zoom class and use that to get in.

A link to a recap video of each class will be available so you can review material on YouTube, and you can build your own library of them, but you must participate in that class to receive access to it. Instructions for how to do this are given in the orientation email you received with your welcome packet as well as in the email for the live stream Zoom link sent out before each class starts.

If you know in advance that you have a specific question, please email Beryn no later than 4:00 PM (PDT) the day before the class so she can prepare the answer.

If you have any comments, recommendations for future class topics or content, I welcome your feedback. Send them to beryn@me.com.

All Things Apple! with Beryn Hammil

Posted by bonnie on 15 June 21

If you are new to All Things Apple! and would like to attend class, please register by contacting Librarian, Bonnie Groshong at: bonnie.groshong@cityofsanrafael.org  

Instructor, Beryn Hammil, will email you a welcome packet that includes instructions for how to participate in the Zoom meeting. You must register in advance on Zoom each week for each class you want to attend. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing links to joining the meeting.

Class topics will be divided into Part 1 at 2pm and Part 2 at 4pm. You’re welcome to participate in any and all classes, and for some topics you’re encouraged to participate in both parts to maximize the learning experience of that subject.

Each topic will cover information for the Mac computer, iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch.

These class topics were put together based on input from students, and while some of these topics have been taught recently, there’s always something new to learn in each. The content of each topic description will be adhered to, but discussion is not limited to just what’s presented in this schedule as one thing often leads to another.

Doors for each class will open 15 minutes prior to that class starting and we will start on time. When the class capacity of 100 participants is reached in the live Zoom room, those who get “locked out” will be able to view the class by live streaming it on YouTube. This is called the “Balcony Section.” Those who are registered to participate by half past the hour prior to class starting will receive an email with the link to the live stream. It will be sent out within 15 minutes of the class starting. If you’re viewing the class from the balcony you will not be able to raise your hand to ask questions but can nonetheless learn something new.

At the end of each class participants can stay for a Q&A session about that or any other topic. Because many people leave at the formal end of class, those who are watching the class from the balcony section will be able to join the live after-class Q&A to have their questions answered. Simply go back to the original link you received to the join the Zoom class and use that to get in.

A recap video of each class will be available so you can review material on YouTube, and you can build your own library of them, but you must participate in that class to receive access to it. Instructions for how to do this are given in the orientation email you received with your welcome packet as well as in the email for the live stream Zoom link sent out before each class starts.

Pre-registration is a requisite for each class, even if there are two on the same day. Invitations to register are sent out each THURSDAY morning for all of the following week’s classes, and you must register for each class separately.

Times shown for all classes is Pacific Time; please adjust accordingly for where you are.

If you know in advance that you have a specific question, please email it to me no later than 4:00 PM (PDT) the day before the class so I can prepare the answer.  

Apple’s major software update to iOS 15 and OS 12 (Monterey) for the Mac is guesstimated to happen some time in September, but the exact date is still unknown. If things go as usual, in early October I’ll be teaching the new operating systems. By then I’ll have had a chance to get to up to speed and Apple will have already worked out the initial bugs.

Let’s ease back into the rhythm of our Zoom classes and also welcome new students with a month of classes on the basics and functionality of all our Apple devices. This will get everyone up to speed and familiar with the terminology and technology. It will also prove useful as we venture into more specifics about various applications and functions later on so everyone will be on the same page.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 7^th – Because today is Rosh Hoshana, there will be only one class and it will go for 1.5 hours. Those who need to leave early can do so.

2:00 PM – Settings, Control Center & Notifications

Learn the basic settings of each of your devices and what each can do for you. Between these functions, you’ll be able to navigate your devices easily and have a variety of functions at your fingertips. Learn how to access and set up some of these functions so you’re familiar with the process and can explore others on your own.

TUESDAY, SEPT 14^th

2:00 PM – iCloud & iCloud Drive

Learn the difference between the two and how to set up and use each of these important functions on all your Apple devices,

4:00 PM – Organizing your devices & the “Files” app

Learn how to:

• create and organize folders,
• add items to those folders,
• tag them with colors for easy sorting and accessing,
• find everything easily, everywhere,
• access the folders and documents in your Apple computer from any mobile device using iCloud Drive and the “Files” app.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 21^st

2:00 PM – Online Security, Passwords & Keychain

Learn how to stay safe online when you apply the “Five Commandments” of online safety.

Learn how to:

• create an unique and easily retrievable password for each of your online accounts,
• use the Keychain function so each password automatically loads in each of your Apple devices next time you need to retrieve one quickly.

4:00 PM – Backing up and storing all your valuable digital contents

Learn how to use Time Machine, external storage devices, and 3^rd party offsite storage companies to keep all your documents, photos, movies, and music libraries safe and secure.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28^th – TIPS & TRICKS and OPEN DISCUSSION and IOS 15 and OS 12

2:00 PM until ?

There will be only one class, starting at 2:00 PM (Pacific Time), and it will last for however long you want it to last.

There are always little tricks that make using your Apple products easier and niftier. We’ll start this class with a few of them and then move onto answering your questions as an “open discussion.” The contents of this segment of the class will be determined by whatever you want to learn and discuss, so have your questions ready…

If you know in advance that you have a specific question, please email it to me no later than 4:00 PM (PDT) the day before the class so I can prepare the answer.

Apple’s major software update to iOS 15 and OS 12 (Monterey) for the Mac is guesstimated to happen some time in September, but the exact date is still unknown. If things go as usual, in early October I’ll be teaching the new operating systems. By then I’ll have had a chance to get to up to speed and Apple will have already worked out the initial bugs.

If you have any comments, recommendations for future class topics or content, I welcome your feedback. Send them to beryn@me.com.

Mariela’s Music Time

Posted by Aaron on 14 June 21

Register in advance

For children ages birth-preK

Mariela’s Music Time is an educational, energetic and interactive bilingual performance for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers and their families. It’s filled with rhythms and multicultural sounds, along with with the rich traditions of our Bay Area. For the past decade, Mariela has drawn upon her background in music and studies of Early Childhood Education to create a program that not only explores the music, but also addresses the kids’ curiosity by telling the history of the instruments and their cultures. She uses kinesthetic techniques in her bilingual storytelling to make foreign words understood. In no time, the kids are singing in another language as they dance and have fun.