posted Sep 9, 2019, 4:51 PM by Howard Lenos
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| | Sign Up for Fall Courses!Learn something new this Fall at the Forest Heights Community Centre. Registration opened on August 20 so grab a spot while they are still available! Consider forwarding this email to anyone else who may be interested. Want us to run a course that is not listed below? If we have at least five people interested in a topic, we'll run it! RegistrationClick here to access the City of Kitchener registration website. Need help? Follow this guide or ask at any Community Centre. Use the activity numbers below to quickly locate the course you are interested in. |
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Google Photos and Digital PhotographyExplore the power of using Google Photos to store, organize and share your phtoos. Instantly create photo projects using the latest automation from Google. Bring along your camera and learn some tips on taking better pictures. Participants should have an existing Google Account or be willing to make an account in class. Participants must bring their own laptop, phone or tablet to class. Students are encouraged to bring their camera equipment as well. Activity Number 37595 Instructor: Howard Lenos 5 weeks Wednesdays Oct 2 - Oct 30 10:00 a.m. - noon |
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Using Windows 10This hands-on course will help you remove the mystery and get the most out of Windows 10. It covers the basic patterns and features of Windows 10. We cover core Windows skills, tips and tricks, and will also explore the latest features. Participants should be familiar with basic computer use and concepts and should bring their own Windows 10 laptops to class. Activity Number 37632 Instructor: Howard Lenos 5 weeks Tuesdays Oct 1 - Oct 29 10:00 a.m. - noon |
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posted Oct 2, 2017, 6:58 PM by Howard Lenos
| | Sign Up Now for Fall Courses!Learn something new at the Forest Heights Community Centre. Register now while there are spaces available. Consider forwarding this email to anyone else who may be interested. Ideas or suggestions? We welcome your input to help us plan for future course content! RegistrationClick here to access the City of Kitchener registration website. Need help?Follow this guide or ask at any Community Centre. Use the activity numbers below to quickly locate the course you are interested in. |
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Android Tablets and PhonesGain confidence on your on your Android tablet or Android-based smart phone through this hands-on course. Learn how to personalize your device, use Google voice commands, connect to the Internet, connect with others through email, texting and social apps, and explore entertainment capabilities. Participants must bring their Android tablet or phone to class. Activity Number 8850 Instructor: Howard Lenos 4 weeks Tuesdays Oct 3 - Oct 24 10:00 a.m. - noon |
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NEW - Google PhotosExplore the power of using Google Photos to store, organize and share your phtoos. Instantly create photo projects using the latest automation from Google. Participants should have an existing Google Account or be willing to make an account in class. Participants must bring their own laptop, phone or tablet to class. Activity Number 8844 Instructor: Howard Lenos 2 weeks Wednesdays Nov 29 - Dec 6 10:00 a.m. - noon |
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Digital PhotographyGet organized to do more with your digital photos. Topics include: how to take better pictures, setting up and organizing a photo library, basic photo editing, printing photos, and creative photo projects. Content is tailored to the specific interests and experience levels of the class. Participants must bring their own digital camera, be familiar with using Microsoft Windows, working with files and folders, and have a basic knowledge of photography. Participants must bring their own laptop to class. Activity Number 11867 Instructor: Howard Lenos 4 weeks Wednesdays Nov 1 - Nov 22 10:00 a.m. - noon |
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iPhones and iPadsGain confidence on your Apple iPad or iPhone through this hands-on course. Learn how to personalize your device, use Siri voice commands, connect to the Internet, connect with others through email, texting and social apps, and explore entertainment capabilities. Participants must bring their own IPad or iPhone to class. Activity Number 8849 Instructor: Howard Lenos 4 weeks Wednesdays Oct 4 - Oct 25 10:00 a.m. - noon |
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Using Windows 10This hands-on course will help you remove the mystery and get the most out of Windows 10. It covers the basic patterns and features of Windows 10. We'll also discuss new features like OneDrive, The Edge and Microsoft's new Cortana voice interaction. Participants should be familiar with basic computer use and concepts and should bring their own Windows 10 laptops to class. Activity Number 8852 Instructor: Howard Lenos 4 weeks Tuesdays Oct 31 - Nov 21 10:00 a.m. - noon |
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| All programs are facilitated by the Forest Heights Community Association Inc.
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You are receiving this email because you wanted to be informed about upcoming technology and computer courses at the Forest Heights Community Centre.
Our mailing address is:
Forest Heights Community Association1700 Queens Blvd. Kitchener, ON N2N 3L6Canada
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posted Aug 22, 2016, 6:59 PM by Howard Lenos
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| | Sign Up Now for Fall Courses!Learn something new at the Forest Heights Community Centre. Register now while there are spaces available. Consider forwarding this email to anyone else who may be interested. Ideas or suggestions? We welcome your input to help us plan for the Fall season! RegistrationClick here to access the City of Kitchener registration website. Need help?Download this guide or ask at any Community Centre. Use the barcode numbers below to quickly locate the course you are interested in. |
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Note: We are offing several new courses this Fall, including Taming Facebookand Manage Investments with Google Spreadsheets. There is a limit of 8 people per class so sign up soon to guarantee your spot! |
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Android Tablets and Phones - Level 1Gain confidence on your Android tablet or phone through this hands-on course. Learn how to organize your device, explore basic features and use practical apps. Participants must bring their Android tablet or phone to class. Barcode 220490 Instructor: Howard Lenos 3 weeks Wednesdays Oct 26 - Nov 9 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. |
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Android Tablets and Phones - Level 2Gain confidence on your on your Android tablet or Android-based smart phone through this hands-on course. Learn how to personalize your device, use Google voice commands, connect to the Internet, connect with others through Facebook and social apps, and explore entertainment capabilities. Participants must bring their Android tablet or phone to class. Barcode 220492 Instructor: Howard Lenos 3 weeks Wednesdays Nov 16 - Nov 30 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. |
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iPads and iPhones - Level 1 Gain confidence on your Apple iPad or iPhone through this hands-on course. Learn how to organize your device, explore basic features and use practical apps. Participants must bring their iPad or iPhone to class. Barcode 220495 Instructor: Howard Lenos 3 weeks Tuesdays Nov 1 - Nov 15 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. |
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iPads and iPhones - Level 2Gain confidence on your Apple iPad or iPhone through this hands-on course. Learn how to personalize your device, use Siri voice commands, connect to the Internet, connect with others through Facebook and social apps, and explore entertainment capabilities. Participants must bring their own IPad or iPhone to class. Barcode 220493 Instructor: Howard Lenos 3 weeks Tuesdays Nov 22 - Dec 6 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. |
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Manage Investments with Google Spreadsheets (New)Google Spreadsheets provides up to date investment information and powerful tracking and charting features to help you focus and manage your investments. You will learn to use these capabilities to build your own personal portfolio management tool. Participants should be familiar with spreadsheets and basic computer use and concepts and must bring their own laptops to class. Barcode 220494 Instructor: Howard Lenos 4 weeks Thursdays Nov 17 - Dec 8 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. |
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Taming Facebook (New)Facebook is a great way to stay in touch with friends and family. The problem is that it’s often difficult to separate the noise from what's really important. This hands-on course will help you get Facebook under control. We will explore how to manage your Newsfeed, using lists and private groups, and guidelines for effective communications. Participants should be familiar with basic computer and Internet use and bring their laptop, iPad or tablet to class. Barcode 220487 Instructor: Howard Lenos 3 weeks Wednesdays Oct 5 - Oct 19 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. |
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Using Windows 10Windows 10 has arrived and is loaded with new capabilities. This hands-on course will help you get the most out of Windows 10. It covers on-line features like OneDrive, Microsoft's new Cortana voice interaction, The Edge Internet browser, search capabilities, customizing your Windows experience, and other changes relative to previous versions. Participants should be familiar with basic computer use and concepts and are encouraged to bring their own Windows 10 (or Windows 10 capable) laptops to class. Barcode 220496 Instructor: Howard Lenos 4 weeks Tuesdays Oct 4 - Oct 25 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. |
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Working with Digital PhotosGet organized to do more with your digital photos. Topics include: how to take better pictures, setting up and organizing a photo library, basic photo editing, printing photos, and creative photo projects. Content is tailored to the specific interests and experience levels of the class. Participants must bring their own digital camera, be familiar with using Microsoft Windows, working with files and folders, and have a basic knowledge of photography. Participants are encouraged to bring their own laptop to class. Barcode 220489 Instructor: Howard Lenos 6 weeks Thursdays Oct 6 - Nov 10 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. |
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Note: We are considering an Introduction to Computers course for those new to Microsoft Windows and computers, depending on interest. If this is something you would attend, reply to this email to help us decide on further planning and scheduling. We also welcome your ideas on other technology courses you would like to see the FHCA consider. |
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posted Jan 26, 2016, 12:23 PM by Howard Lenos
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Sign Up Now for Winter Courses!Learn something new this winter at the Forest Heights Community Centre. Register now while there are spaces available. Consider forwarding this email to anyone else who may be interested. What's new? - Shorter, more specific courses (2 to 5 weeks)
- More time and date options available
- Smaller class sizes
Want to help recommend or evaluate a new course? We'd love to hear from you! RegistrationClick here to access the City of Kitchener registration website. Need help?Download this guide or ask at any Community Centre. Use the barcode numbers below to quickly locate the course you are interested in. |
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All About EmailBecome an email expert through this hands-on course. Learn how email works, how to email groups and manage your address book, send files, and open attachments. Participants should have an existing email account, be familiar with basic internet and computer use, and are encouraged to bring their own laptops, iPads or tablets to class. Barcode 200818 Instructor: Howard Lenos 2 weeks Tuesdays Feb 16 - Feb 23 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. |
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Android Tablets and Smart PhonesGain confidence on your on your Android tablet or Android-based smart phone through this hands-on course. Learn how to personalize your device, use Google voice commands, connect to the Internet, connect with others through Facebook and social apps, and explore entertainment capabilities. Participants must bring their own Android tablets or smart phones to class. Barcode 200915 Instructor: Howard Lenos 4 weeks Tuesdays Feb 16 - Mar 8 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Barcode 200823 Instructor: Howard Lenos 4 weeks Wednesdays Feb 17 - Mar 9 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. |
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iPads and iPhonesGain confidence on your Apple iPad or iPhone through this hands-on course. Learn how to personalize your device, use Siri voice commands, connect to the Internet, connect with others through Facebook and social apps, and explore entertainment capabilities. Participants must bring their own IPad or iPhone to class. Barcode 200824 Instructor: Howard Lenos 4 weeks Tuesdays Jan 12 - Feb 2 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Barcode 200917 Instructor: Howard Lenos 4 weeks Wednesdays Jan 13 - Feb 3 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. |
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Learning About SpreadsheetsLearn the basics of how to use a Spreadsheet Program (such as Microsoft Excel). This hands-on program will help you understand the core concepts and terms, while you plan and develop a functional worksheet useful for addressing practical needs such as budgeting and information tracking. Participants should be familiar with basic computer concepts, and are encouraged to bring their own laptops to class. Barcode 200819 Instructor: Robert Morley 3 weeks Mondays Jan 11 - Jan 25 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Barcode 200920 Instructor: Robert Morley 3 weeks Mondays Feb 8 - Feb 29 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. |
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Working with Digital PhotosGet organized to do more with your digital photos. Topics include: how to take better pictures, setting up and organizing a photo library, basic photo editing, printing photos, and creative photo projects. Content is tailored to the specific interests and experience levels of the class. Participants must bring their own digital camera, be familiar with using Microsoft Windows, working with files and folders, and have a basic knowledge of photography. Participants are encouraged to bring their own laptop to class. Barcode 200821 Instructor: Howard Lenos 3 weeks Wednesdays Jan 13 - Feb 17 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. |
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Working with WindowsImprove your confidence and expertise in working with Microsoft Windows. This hands-on course will teach you how to use any recent version of Windows. Includes topics on the Windows desktop, using multiple windows, using the Windows clipboard, and organizing your information files and folders. Participants should be familiar with basic computer use and concepts and are encouraged to bring their own laptops to class. Barcode 200821 Instructor: Howard Lenos 3 weeks Tuesdays Jan 12 - Jan 26 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. |
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Using the InternetSurf the Internet with confidence through this hands-on course. Includes topics on using Internet Explorer and other modern browsers, interesting websites, Internet safety, search techniques and online accounts. Participants should be familiar with basic computer use and concepts and are encouraged to bring their own laptops, iPads or tablets to class. Barcode 200820 Instructor: Howard Lenos 3 weeks Tuesdays Mar 1 - Mar 15 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. |
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posted Aug 12, 2015, 12:48 PM by Howard Lenos
posted Mar 9, 2015, 7:59 AM by Howard Lenos
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posted Sep 11, 2014, 1:06 PM by Howard Lenos
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Registration for Fall 2014 Programs is now available on-lineCourse Dates: |
posted Dec 10, 2013, 5:22 PM by Howard Lenos
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Registration for Winter 2014 Programs is now available on-lineCourse Dates: |
posted Sep 11, 2013, 7:18 AM by Howard Lenos
Registration for Fall 2013 Programs is now available on-lineCourse Dates: |
posted Mar 20, 2013, 12:45 PM by Howard Lenos
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Registration for Spring 2013 Programs is now available on-lineCourse Dates: |
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