It's back to school time! See our exciting offerings at College of Marin, CareerPoint and other Marin locations. September is typically when new iPhones are released - and with it new iOS updates. We have classes and workshops on how (and when to update). TIP: wait at least a month to update your iOS and make sure you have a good, recent backup first. We are also available for one-on-one consulting in your home. We can help you get all your devices working together. Come learn with us!

Classes at COM

We are excited to bring our classes again to the College of Marin ESCOM program. Founded in 1973, ESCOM provides diverse opportunities for lifelong learning, lifelong doing, and lifelong friends.

We are offering the following classes:

Android 1 - Indian Valley Campus (Room 28A)
Tuesdays, Aug 27, Sep 3, 10, and 17 from 10:10am - 12:15pm
Register online or call (415) 485-9652

Introduction to Computers - Indian Valley Campus (Room 7)
Tuesdays, Sep 24, Oct 1, 8, and 15 from 1:10pm - 3pm]
Register online or call (415) 485-9652

Location
1800 Ignacio Blvd, Novato, CA 94949

Career Point Lab

We have partnered with Career Point North Bay! If you are interested in learning more about how to use email or looking for hands-on tutorials about basic computer skills, word processing, spreadsheets, these classes perfect for you! Our staff will be there to answer your tech-related questions and offer assistance with any issues you may encounter on your computer. The Introduction to Computers class will go over typing, using the internet, and setting up your device, as well as helpful applications that you can easily and safely install on your tablet or laptop.Classes are sponsored by CareerPoint North Bay and offered to the community at no charge.

Classes (see calendar for specific topics/dates)
Mondays 9:30am - 11:30am
Wednesdays 2pm - 4pm

Open Lab
Thursdays 2:00pm - 4:00pm
During Open Lab, we invite you to bring whatever questions you have. We will work as a group on shared topics and otherwise will rotate around the room with 10-15 minutes per person.

Location
120 N Redwood Dr, San Rafael, CA 94903 (2nd floor)

NOTE: Space is limited. Students accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis. All classes and labs are FREE!

Do You Need Individual Help with Your Computer, Tablet, or Smart Phone?

Need help with passwords, photos, more? Having trouble getting your devices to work together? We can help you get the most of your technology in your home. We offer one on one in-home tutoring and consultations. Discounted multi-session tutoring packages also available. Want a private class? Round up a few friends, and we can set up a private class just for your group!

Call us at (415) 325-5790!

Wireless Charging

Charging your devices can be a bit of a hassle. Cords can get tangled easily, or sometimes an outlet is hard to access. Luckily, wireless charging is becoming more and more popular in the technology world!

Wireless chargers are small plates or circular pieces that power your smartphone or tablet. Sometimes you can even find them installed in cars! If you have an Apple Watch or iPhone 8, X, XR, XS, or XS Max, your mobile phone is eligible for wireless charging! Also most Samsung and Google smartphones are compatible with wireless chargers. Companies such as Belkin and Mophie sell chargers for both Android and iPhone online (and in some tech stores) for as low as $30.

While wireless chargers are still a growing concept, they are definitely becoming more widely used! For more information on wireless chargers, check out the Belkin article by clicking on this link: https://www.belkin.com/us/resource-center/wireless-charging

What's New in iOS?

In the fall (typically September/October), Apple will introduce new phones and a new operating system: iOS 13.0! The software on your iPhones and iPads changes with each iOS update. We are here to help you discover the latest and greatest on your Apple device!

Join us to learn how to safely update to the new release -- and how to use the new features. Features include a Dark Mode, a Find My app, a highly revamped Photos app, new Siri voice, updated privacy features, new street-level view for Maps, and more! This class is a great way to familiarize yourself to these new iOS details if you are comfortable with the iPhone/iPad, and is a straightforward introduction to Apple devices if you are not.

November 1 & 8, 2019 10:00-12:00pm
Belvedere-Tiburon Recreation
600 Ned's Way, Tiburon, CA
Call (415) 485-3344 to register.

November 5 & 13, 2019 10:00-12:00pm
Whistlestop
San Rafael, CA
Call (415) 456-9062 to register.

Classes for iPhones and iPads

iPhone/iPad Basics 1: Getting to Know Your Device

Figuring out how to use your new Apple tablet or iPhone can be tricky. However, we are here to help! This two week course is directed towards showing you how to use messaging, download apps, take photos, explore email, and learn shortcuts and tricks on your device! Our staff will be there to make this class personal to each students' questions and concerns. We will also provide handouts for you to work on your device at home so you feel more and more comfortable with your device everyday. Please bring your iPhone or iPad, as well as your Apple ID and password to class.

August 22 & August 29
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Whistlestop
Call the (415) 456-9062 to register

Sept 27 & Oct 4
10:00-12:00pm
The Ranch@DairyKnoll
Tiburon
Call (415) 485-3344 to register

We need your Feedback!

Have you taken a class? Had a one-on-one? We would love to get your feedback on what you liked, what you didn't liked, and how the class has impacted your use of technology. If you have a couple of minutes, please fill out our brief survey. Your feedback is invaluable and will help shape the direction of our future classes. Thank you in advance!

Fall 2019 Class Calendar

CareerPoint Classes are Monday & Wednesday. Open Labs are Thursdays.
See calendar for more details.

Date	Course	Location/Registration
Wed 8/21 2:00 PM-4:00 PM	CareerPoint Class: Word	CareerPoint 120 N Redwood Blvd, San Rafael
Thu 8/22 & 29 10:00 AM-12:00 PM	iPad/iPhone Basics 1: Getting to Know Your Device	Whistlestop (415) 456-9062
Thu 8/22 2:00 PM-4:00 PM	CareerPoint Open Lab	CareerPoint 120 N Redwood Blvd, San Rafael
Mon 8/26 9:30 AM-11:30 AM	CareerPoint Class: Resume Formatting	CareerPoint 120 N Redwood Blvd, San Rafael
Mon 8/26 6PM - 7PM	GGCS Monthly Class ($5 drop-in, see website for topic)	Jason's Restaurant 300 Drakes Landing Rd, Greenbrae
Tue 8/27, 9/3, 10, 17 10:00 AM-12:00 PM	Android Basics 1: Getting to Know Your Smartphone	College of Marin/Novato 1800 Ignacio Valley Road (415) 485-9305
Wed 8/28 2:00 PM-4:00 PM	CareerPoint Class: Excel	CareerPoint 120 N Redwood Blvd, San Rafael
Thu 8/29 2:00 PM-4:00 PM	CareerPoint Open Lab	CareerPoint 120 N Redwood Blvd, San Rafael
Thu 9/5 & 12 10:00 AM-12:00 PM	iPad/iPhone Basics 2: Essential Application	Terra Linda Community Center (415) 485-3344
Fri 9/6 &13 10:00 AM-12:00 PM	Intro to Social Media for Seniors	Margaret Todd Senior Center (415) 899-8290
Tue 9/10, 17, 24 and 10/1 10:00 AM-12:00 PM	Introduction to Computers	Whistlestop (415) 456-9062
Weds 9/18 & 9/25 10:00 AM-12:00 PM	Managing Your Photos	San Anselmo Recreation (415) 258-4640
Wed 9/18 6:30 PM- 8:00 PM	Social Media 101: Facebook (FREE)	Belvedere-Tiburon Library (415) 789-2665
Thu 9/19 & 9/26 10:00 AM-12:00 PM	Tech Tips for Transportation	Terra Linda Community Center (415) 485-3344
Fri 9/20 10:00 AM-12:00 PM	Mastering Tablets and Smart Phones SIG (FREE)	Belvedere Tiburon Library (415) 789-2665
Mon 9/23 6PM - 7PM	GGCS Monthly Class	Jason's Restaurant 300 Drakes Landing Rd, Greenbrae
Tue 9/24 & 10/1 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	iPad/iPhone Basics 2: Essential Applications	Margaret Todd Senior Center (415) 899-8290
Tue 9/24, 10/2, 9, 16 1:10 PM - 3:15 PM	Introduction to Computers	College of Marin/Novato 1800 Ignacio Valley Road (415) 485-9305
Fri 9/27 & 10/4 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	iPad/iPhone Basics 1: Getting to Know Your Device	The Ranch @ Dairy Knoll (415) 435-4355
Weds 10/2 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM	Passwords & Internet Security (FREE WORKSHOP)	Belvedere-Tiburon Library (415) 789-2665
Thu 10/3 & 10/10 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM	Android Basics 1: Getting to Know Your Smartphone	Terra Linda Community Center (415) 485-3344
Thu 10/7 & 10/14 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM	Tech Tips for Transportation	CareerPoint Marin 120 N Redwood Blvd, San Rafael
Tue 10/8 & 10/15 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Android Basics 2	Margaret Todd Senior Center (415) 899-8290
Weds 10/9 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM	Google Photos for Beginners (FREE WORKSHOP)	Belvedere-Tiburon Library (415) 789-2665
Tue 10/15 & 10/22 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	iPad/iPhone Basics 1: Getting to Know Your Device	San Anselmo Recreation (415) 258-4640
Weds 10/16 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM	Updating your iPhone/iPad to the new iOS (FREE WORKSHOP)	Belvedere-Tiburon Library (415) 789-2665
Thu 10/17 & 10/24 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Android Basics 2	Whistlestop (415) 456-9062

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