If you are new to All Things Apple! and would like to get on the contact list for classes, please register via email to 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.
Each topic will cover information for the Mac computer, iPhone, iPad and the Apple Watch (as appropriate). 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 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 learn something new, nonetheless.
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. Once you receive the welcome packet from Beryn, invitations to register are sent out each THURSDAY morning for the following week’s class, and you must register for each class.
Time shown for the classes are Pacific Time.
GETTING READY FOR THE HOLIDAYS
The gift giving season is fast approaching and what could be a better gift than something you created yourself.
This pre-holiday season’s classes will give you the tools and resources to design personalized gifts from your photos, make your own holiday cards to share, and even give you ideas for gifts to give or hope to receive yourself.
And, if you’re wondering what happened to our proposed class on Apple Intelligence, it’s been put on the back burner. Why? Because as of the middle of October no release date for it has been announced, and what we do know it that when it is released it will be put out in stages with some of the most anticipated features not coming until next year. Let’s hold out collective breath and hope we don’t turn blue waiting for it.
Being creative in the signature that we put on our emails is a special way to personalize our messages. In this class we’ll review how to do this.
Apple’s FreeForm app also gives us a way to incorporate multiple photos along with a personal message and send it out via email and text. Perfect for travel postcards and holiday messages!
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 12th – TECH GIFT LIST 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Based on requests from students, we’re going to try something new with this class; we’ll crowd share ideas for what people would like to give and/or receive as holiday gifts.
Some may be inexpensive but useful as stocking-stuffer type gifts while others may be products that we definitely have to be on Santa’s “Nice” list to receive. But, if we don’t ask we may never receive, so prepare your list in advance and we’ll see what happens…
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 19th – APPLE WATCH: CROWD SHARING IDEAS 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Over the years many of you have requested classes on the Apple Watch, and I’ve taught it a few times but with limited success. Not enough people in our student body have one for me to justify the effort of building classes just on this product.
With that said, and the demand pressing, an idea was floated from several students about how to conduct this class; students who are Apple Watch users would share their ideas about how they use their Apple Watch to get the most benefit from this amazing technology. This will be a perfect way for each of us to learn from others.
But it requires your active participation for this class to be a success. No lurking in the Balcony section in the hopes of passively learning something while you’re on your treadmill or making dinner.
And, if you don’t have an Apple Watch, this class may inspire you to put it on your holiday wish list.
PLANNING AHEAD: There will be no classes after November 19th until we resume in mid-January.
If you are new to All Things Apple! and would like to get on the contact list for classes, please register via email to 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.
Each topic will cover information for the Mac computer, iPhone, iPad and the Apple Watch (as appropriate). 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 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 learn something new, nonetheless.
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. Once you receive the welcome packet from Beryn, invitations to register are sent out each THURSDAY morning for the following week’s class, and you must register for each class.
Time shown for the classes are Pacific Time, please adjust accordingly for where you are.
September Classes:
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.
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3rd – NO CLASS
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10th –iCLOUD & FIND MY 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Because iCloud is such an integral part of how all our various Apple devices stay up to date, let’s have a refresher class on this topic. Find My is an invaluable function that helps us locate our Apple devices, and even some of our friends and family when everyone is using this function together
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17th – FILES & KEYCHAIN 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Files” is an amazing function that allows us to use our mobile devices to see documents that are on our computer even if the computer isn’t on the same continent as we are!
“Keychain” is a function that enables us to store our passwords in Safari so we can automatically log onto sites without having to remember or retrieve them from elsewhere. And, once a password is saved on Keychain, any other devices that are on the same iCloud account will be able to use them as well.
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 24th – APPLE’S UTILITY APPS 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM Every iPhone and iPad comes with a variety of smaller, lesser-known apps that also contribute to making our lives easier. In this class we’ll review a few of them and how to use them effectively; Clock, Calculator, and Voice Memo are just a few of them
If you are new to All Things Apple! and would like to get on the contact list for classes, please register via email to 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.
Each topic will cover information for the Mac computer, iPhone, iPad and the Apple Watch (as appropriate). 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 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 learn something new, nonetheless.
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. Once you receive the welcome packet from Beryn, invitations to register are sent out each THURSDAY morning for the following week’s class, and you must register for each class.
Time shown for the classes are Pacific Time.
TUESDAY, MARCH 4th – THE CALENDAR & CONTACTS APPS
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
In this class we’ll review how to maximize the functionality of these two ground-floor, basic apps so we can stay in touch with people, learn how to schedule events with them, and create different topic-based calendars.
TUESDAY, MARCH 11th – THE PREVIEW FUNCTION
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Learn how to use this not so obvious, but very helpful function in our Mac computers and mobile devices. Learn how to fill in information on a form and add your signature to it. Learn what else this mighty little app can do…TUESDAY, MARCH 18th – NO CLASS
TUESDAY, MARCH 25th – APPLE’S “OTHER” APPS – CANCELLED
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
While we typically focus on the primary apps that Apple provides, in this class we’ll touch on some of the “other” apps, like Music, Podcasts, News, and Journaling.
TUESDAY, APRIL 1st – THE SYNERGY BETWEEN APPLE’S APPS – CANCELLED
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
In this class we’ll review how many of Apple’s native apps interact with each other to make our devices even more robust and user friendly, and learn how to maximize them.
PLANNING AHEAD; THERE WILL BE NO CLASSES FOR THE REMAINDER OF APRIL AND BEGINNING OF MAY. FUTURE CLASS DATES TO BE DETERMINED.
If you are new to All Things Apple! and would like to get on the contact list for classes, please register via email to 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.
Each topic will cover information for the Mac computer, iPhone, iPad and the Apple Watch (as appropriate). 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 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 learn something new, nonetheless.
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. Once you receive the welcome packet from Beryn, invitations to register are sent out each THURSDAY morning for the following week’s class, and you must register for each class.
Time shown for the classes are Pacific Time.
February Class Schedule:
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 4th – THE PHOTOS APP
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
In the latest operating system (OS) update, Apple, in their infinite wisdom, did a major
overhaul and redesign of how this app functions. It’s been confusing for many, and
requires patience to make it work as efficiently as the older version did. So, let’s review
how to maximize this new design and take the frustration out of the experience.TUESDAY,
FEBRUARY 11th – PERSONALIZING THE APPEARANCE OF OUR DEVICES
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
With the latest OS upgrade, we were given an opportunity to be more creative with how
our mobile devices look, and even function. And while some of us (myself included)
don’t take easily to these kinds of changes, some of them are, in fact, kind of nifty, and
even helpful. Being able to lock some 3rd party apps and organize the Control Center
differently than in the past come to mind. With that said, let’s review what’s available
and how to implement them.
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 18th – THE MAPS APP
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
With each OS upgrade Apple’s Maps apps gets smarter, more efficient, and easier to use.
It also gives us interesting ways to plan trips, whether they’re short to do errands or long
like a road trip. While we’re housebound and coping with winter weather (unless you’ve
migrated to a more pleasant climate), let’s learn about how to use this app more
effectively.
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 25th – TIPS & TRICKS AND OPEN DISCUSSION
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
As always, there are clever ways to do this and that on our Apple devices. The topic of
keyboard shortcuts immediately comes to mind. Other handy tips make using our devices
more efficient and effective. We’ll review a list of these and have a lively discussion to
go with it
If you are new to All Things Apple! and would like to get on the contact list for classes, please register via email to 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.
Each topic will cover information for the Mac computer, iPhone, iPad and the Apple Watch (as appropriate). 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 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 learn something new, nonetheless.
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. Once you receive the welcome packet from Beryn, invitations to register are sent out each THURSDAY morning for the following week’s class, and you must register for each class.
Time shown for the classes are Pacific Time.
MID-MAY – MID-JUNE 2025 SCHEDULE
TUESDAY, MAY 13h – UNDERSTANDING iCLOUD; BACKING UP vs SYNCING
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
iCloud is the backbone of how our Apple devices store and retrieve content,
backup and synch all the information that they contain. Let’s review this important
topic so we’re sure to be maximizing all that’s available to us.
TUESDAY, MAY 20th – STAYING SAFE ONLINE & OUT IN THE WORLD
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
The scammers have gotten more and more clever about how they try to separate us from
our valuable information and our money. Let’s review not just the basics of this
important topic, but delve into the nuances of how to keep our information secure and
private.
In anticipation of this class, I suggest that your do an on-line search of your name, phone
number or address. I assure you the amount of information that’s available for anyone to
glean is astonishing, and frightening.
TUESDAY, MAY 27th – ORGANIZING YOUR COMPUTER AND iPHONE
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
We’ve discussed organizing the proverbial “sock drawer” many times, and perhaps it’s
messier than we had hoped. In this class we’ll review some of the ways to organize
what’s on your computer for easy retrieval, and how to organize our iPhones and iPads to
find what’s there more quickly. Unfortunately, this is work only you can do; there’s no
magic wand that will instantly make it perfect.
ALL THINGS APPLE – ZOOM CLASSES
MID-MAY – MID-JUNE 2025 SCHEDULE
TUESDAY, JUNE 3rd – APPLE PAY & THE WALLET APP
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
What’s Apple Pay? We’ll review the different functions in this confusing topic.
Additionally, Apple has provided us with safe alternatives to using our credit cards and
cash in public. Learn how to use the Wallet app to store your credit card information
safely in your iPhone/iPad so making purchases doesn’t expose this sensitive information
when you’re shopping in a store or are at a restaurant.
Learn how the Wallet app can also store additional information like tickets, Covid
vaccine records, your driver’s license (in some states) and more for easy retrieval when
you’re in public.
TUESDAY, JUNE 10th – TRAVEL WITH YOUR APPLE DEVICES; TIPS & TRICKS
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Learn how to:
• set up your mobile devices for traveling so they don’t run up huge data charges,
including using eSIM cards,
• use 3rd party secure mobile wifi hotspots when traveling,
• create a list of the tech things you’ll need when traveling.
PLANNING AHEAD; THERE WILL BE NO CLASSES FOR THE REMAINDER OF
JUNE AND ALL OF JULY.
All Things Apple! is an online class via Zoom.
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 You will then receive an invitation from Beryn and instructions on how to join the class.
Pre-registration is a requisite for each class. Invitations to register are sent out each THURSDAY morning for the following week’s class.
You must register for each class.
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 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 learn something new nonetheless.
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.
The time shown for all classes is Pacific Time; please adjust accordingly for where you are.
FEBRUARY CLASS SCHEDULE
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 3rd – ZOOM, WIDGETS & CONTROL CENTER
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Let’s all get on the same page about how to register for classes, how to efficiently add the class to your calendar after registering, how to be reminded before class starts so you don’t miss the beginning, and how to cancel your reservation if your plans change. We’ll also review how to save the Invitation to Register and the Confirmation emails so you can easily retrieve them should you need to refer back to their contents.
We’ll also review the Widgets and Control Center functions on the Mac and iPhone, and how to organize your iPhone’s Home Screen to accommodate your Widgets.
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 10th – PHOTOS; Where they are in the app & organizing them
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
A popular topic, and one worth repeating as it seems that this area regularly changes where the functions are with each software upgrade.
As well, because we take sooo many photos, periodically it’s worth reviewing how to organize them so they’re easy to find.
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 17th – PHOTOS; some basic editing techniques
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Now that our photos are well-organized, let’s review how to make them look better.
We’ll review some basic editing techniques, as well as a few tips on how to take better photos so there’s better content to edit.
All Things Apple! is an online class via Zoom.
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 You will then receive an invitation from Beryn and instructions on how to join the class.
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 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 learn something new nonetheless.
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. Invitations to register are sent out each THURSDAY morning for the following week’s class.
You must register for each class.
The time shown for all classes is Pacific Time 2:00 – 3:30pm; please adjust accordingly for where you are.
JANUARY CLASS SCHEDULE
With the start of a new year, we’ve all made promises to ourselves to get fitter, perhaps by managing our diets to lose a few pounds, to lower cholesterol or blood pressure, and for sure, to exercise more. So, let’s spend time this month learning how to use our Apple devices and AI to support us in this endeavor. Who knows, maybe we’ll actually succeed this year!
TUESDAY, JANUARY 6th – HEALTH APP & SOS 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM First, let’s learn what Apple’s Health app can besides measure and monitor stuff. Did you know that your iPhone can call someone should something untoward happen to you? Yes, it can. Whether you live alone or with others, learn how to set up your emergency contact function so someone will be notified immediately, including EMT’s to get you to a hospital in a timely manner. Having the Apple watch helps, but it’s not a deal breaker.
TUESDAY, JANUARY 13th – HEALTH & FITNESS 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM Let’s delve deeper into what Apple’s health app can monitor and how to use the Fitness app to take things to another level. We’ll also review how to use AI to help us get healthier with menu planning and more and keep us motivated when it seems like a lost cause.
TUESDAY, JANUARY 20th – THE FILES & PREVIEW APPS 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM Since being well-organized contributes to our mental well-being, let’s review these two invaluable apps so our minds are doing better as well.
All Things Apple! is an online class via Zoom.
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 You will then receive an invitation from Beryn and instructions on how to join the class.
Pre-registration is a requisite for each class. Invitations to register are sent out each THURSDAY morning for the following week’s class.
You must register for each class.
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 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 learn something new nonetheless.
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.
The time shown for all classes is Pacific Time; please adjust accordingly for where you are.
MARCH CLASS SCHEDULE
TUESDAY, MARCH 3rd – UNDERSTANDING AI; WHAT IT IS AND HOW TO USE IT SAFELY
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
This hot topic is ever evolving, and there’s much to review and discuss, including how to use it safely, and how not to use it to protect yourself and your personal information.
TUESDAY, MARCH 10th – THE FILES APP & ITS FUNCTIONS
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Every time I’ve tried to teach this class I’ve run into technical difficulties with Zoom, so I’m hoping it’s not a cursed topic. With that said, we’ll give it another try because this app’s invaluable function will enable you to use your Apple devices with each other more efficiently and effectively.
TUESDAY, MARCH 17th – eMAIL & CALENDAR APPS
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
These two essential Apple apps keep us in communication with each other and well organized with our time. Yes, there are many alternative applications that people can use for these functions, but I will be focusing just on Apple’s version so that you can learn how to effectively apply what’s already built into your Apple devices.
TUESDAY, MARCH 24th– FIND MY APP & PASSWORDS
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Losing a device is never fun, but there’s a way to locate it, and if it’s forever gone, how to wipe its contents. AirTags is another way to locate items in Find My, so we’ll review how the Find My function works for other items as well.
We’ll also review how to easily save and retrieve your passwords with Apple’s Keychain function.
TUESDAY, MARCH 31st – NO CLASS THIS WEEK…
Because this is a five-week month, I’m giving us all a short break and will resume our classes the beginning of April.
All Things Apple! is an online class via Zoom.
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 You will then receive an invitation from Beryn and instructions on how to join the class.
Pre-registration is a requisite for each class. Invitations to register are sent out each THURSDAY morning for the following week’s class.
You must register for each class.
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 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 learn something new nonetheless.
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.
The time shown for all classes is Pacific Time; please adjust accordingly for where you are.
TUESDAY, APRIL 7th – CLEANING OUR COMPUTER & MOBILE DEVICES
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Let’s get rid of file redundancies, photos that are duplicates and even triplicates of each other, as well as outdated stuff that takes up valuable storage space. Let’s create folders to put items together by topic and color code things with tabs so they’re easy to find, and then learn how to search and retrieve them easily.
TUESDAY, APRIL 14th – iCLOUD; syncing and backing up the content of our devices
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Now that all our Apple devices are well-organized, we’ll review what syncing is and how to do it so all our Apple devices contain the same information and contents. We’ll review how to back up the contents on each of them so it’s safe should anything untoward happen to that device.
TUESDAY, APRIL 21st – GETTING READY TO TRAVEL
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Spring fever also gives us the opportunity to exercise our wanderlust; travel to see family and friends, and discover new parts of the world. So, let’s get our Apple devices ready to travel with us.
Learn how to keep them safe, what accessories you need so they can function efficiently when they’re away from home, and how to make calls and send text without breaking the bank.
TUESDAY, APRIL 28th – NO CLASS THIS WEEK NOR FOR THE MONTH OF MAY.
FOR THOSE WHO LIVE IN MARIN COUNTY OR NEARBY…
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 22nd – A LIVE CLASS ABOUT ONLINE SAFETY
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
As billions of dollars are being scammed from seniors, this is a hot topic, and, it’s a subject I’ve taught many times on Zoom. Now, the San Rafael library has invited me to give this presentation to people who are not in our class. But, of course, you’re more than welcome to attend, and I’d look forward to seeing you in person for a change!
I will not be sending an Invitation to Register for this presentation, so if you’re interested in attending, please send me an email requesting information about it, I’ll make a note of your interest and send you more details as it gets closer to that date.
NO CLASSES IN MAY…see you June 2nd, 9th, and 16th!
All Things Apple! is an online class via Zoom.
If you are new to All Things Apple! and would like to get on the contact list for classes, please email Librarian, Javier Morales at: javier.morales@cityofsanrafael.org You will then receive an invitation from Beryn and instructions on how to join the class.
Pre-registration is a requisite for each class. Invitations to register are sent out each THURSDAY morning for the following week’s class, and you must register for each class.
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 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 learn something new nonetheless.
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.
The time shown for all classes is Pacific Time; please adjust accordingly for where you are.
THE UNOFFICIAL START OF SUMMER
Besides its true meaning, Memorial Day is the unofficial start of summer. We can wear white shoes (some of you will remember that “rule”), and we can start to read those “beach” novels that we’ve been saving for lazier days. As well, our summer vacation plans are firming up, and the weather is more conducive to being outside, so let’s look at ways to use our Apple devices to maximize these times.
TUESDAY, JUNE 2nd – GETTING READY TO TRAVEL
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Now that we’re traveling to see family and friends, and discovering new parts of the world or revisiting favorite places, let’s get our Apple devices ready to travel with us.
Learn how to keep them safe, what accessories you need so they can function efficiently when we’re away from home, and how to make calls, send texts, and share photos without breaking the bank.
TUESDAY, JUNE 9th – A NEW CLASS ABOUT ONLINE SAFETY
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Billions of dollars are being scammed from seniors, which makes this is a really hot topic. After the success of my presentation for the San Rafael library I’m sharing it with you because we can never learn enough to stay one step ahead of the bad guys. If you’ve seen my Online Safety class before, I encourage you to attend this one too as there’s a lot of new information for you to learn.
TUESDAY, JUNE 16th – CAMERA SETTINGS & PHOTO EDITING BASICS
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Let’s review the basics of using your iPhone’s camera functions so your photos are more interesting and better convey the moment. We’ll also review how to make those photos even better by using a few basic editing techniques that are already built into our devices.
TUESDAY, JUNE 23rd – NOTIFICATIONS & MANAGING PASSWORDS
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Getting too many notifications? Or not enough? Let’s review how to set this important function up so that it’s just right.
We’ll also review how to use the Passwords function that’s already in our Apple devices so your passwords are safely stored and can be retrieved easily, thus keeping you safer online.
TUESDAY, JUNE 30th – NO CLASS THIS WEEK
My policy is that when it’s a 5 week month there will be no class on that fifth week. We all need a bit of a break! Plus, it’s the lead up to the July 4th weekend and many are traveling.
