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Learn Basic Tech

In-Person Program

2026-07-18 10:00:00 2026-07-18 14:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Learn Basic Tech Learn the Basics of Technology. Whether you're just getting started using tech or want to feel more confident with everyday tech, our friendly instructors will guide you step-by-step. No experience needed — just bring your curiosity! For adults. Live Oak Library - Meeting Room

Saturday, July 18
10:00am - 2:00pm

Live Oak Library

Meeting Room

Learn the Basics of Technology. Whether you're just getting started using tech or want to feel more confident with everyday tech, our friendly instructors will guide you step-by-step. No experience needed — just bring your curiosity! For adults.

Learn Basic Tech: Beginners' Curriculum is divided into two parts (Part 1: Saturday, July 18; Part 2: Saturday, July 25). Participants are permitted to attend one or both days. To receive a certificate of completion, participants must attend both days. 

Part 1: 

Cybersecurity Basics: Introduce online safety practices to help protect your personal information, finance, scams, and online threats.
Computer Basics: Explore the knowledge of technology with our Computer Basics course, made for beginners and those wanting to refresh their computer skills.

Part 2:

Smartphone Basics: Learn how to optimally customize and secure your smartphone through this course! We will provide step by step instructions, unboxing tips and tricks to allow you to maximize your potential!
App Basics: Discover how to use smartphones and tablets to connect, learn, and have fun. From communication to entertainment, we'll guide you through the essentials of app navigation and usage. 
Internet Basics: The internet basics course will help guide you on your digital skills journey! We will teach you how to understand the technical fundamentals that will allow you to confidently navigate the digital world!
Website Navigation: Learn how to easily navigate the Learn Basic Tech (LBT) website. We'll guide you through finding upcoming in-person classes, online courses, helpful blogs, and valuable resources.

Learn Basic Tech (LBT) is dedicated to bridging the digital divide in Los Angeles County. As part of LA County’s Delete the Divide initiative, LBT provides free resources and courses to help individuals develop essential digital skills.

Register at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/free-2-day-digital-skills-training-session-at-live-oak-library-tickets-1990667094868?aff=oddtdtcreator

AGE GROUP: | Older Adults | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Computers & Technology |

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Live Oak Library

Phone: 626.446.8803

Hours
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Mon, Jul 27 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Jul 28 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jul 29 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jul 30 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Jul 31 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Aug 01 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Aug 02 Closed

About the branch

Live Oak Library was founded in 1917. As the business areas along Live Oak Avenue were incorporated into the city of Arcadia, the library site moved eastward until it came to its current location in 1964 in an unincorporated area of Los Angeles County.

Upcoming events

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Tue, Jul 28, 11:30am - 12:00pm
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Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.
Registration is now closed

Wed, Jul 29, 10:30am - 10:50am
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Come enjoy bonding with your baby through rhymes, fingerplays, and books. For babies up to 24 months and their parent or caregiver.
This event is full

Wed, Jul 29, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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Join us for weekly arts & crafts sessions. We will provide the supplies; you come ready to create something wonderful. This will be a self-guided crafting session, show us your creativity! For ages 5 – 12 with parent or caregiver

Thu, Jul 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Did you know you can create works of art using small pieces of gems? Join us as we create fun stickers using colorful gems. The stickers can then be used to decorate items such as water bottles and notebooks. For ages 5 – 12

Sat, Aug 01, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
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Spend the afternoon with board games. Challenge your friends or just have fun with classic board games and newer ones. For ages 13 – 17

Mon, Aug 03, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
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Explore the art of collage as a medium for storytelling, identity, and creative expression in this interactive workshop presented by Kalli Arte.

Tue, Aug 04, 11:30am - 12:00pm
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Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.
This event is full

Wed, Aug 05, 10:30am - 10:50am
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Come enjoy bonding with your baby through rhymes, fingerplays, and books. For babies up to 24 months and their parent or caregiver.
This event is full

Thu, Aug 06, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Join us celebrate five wonderful years of serving our community and creating a welcoming space for readers, learners, and families of all ages. It will be an afternoon of fun, creativity, and adventure.

Thu, Aug 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
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Are you ready for adventure? Come face-to-face with a Great White Shark! Learn all about sharks and join The Ocean Adventure on a deep sea diving expedition to study them. For ages 5 – 12 with parent or caregiver.

Thu, Aug 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Are you a teen interested in making a difference in your library and community? Join the Teen Advisory Board! You will have the opportunity to voice your opinion and provide suggestions for new programs and services. For ages 12 – 17.

Sat, Aug 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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Unleash your inner artist! Join us for this fun activity that will allow toddlers and their caretakers to explore their creativity. All materials will be provided by the library. For ages 1 – 5

Wed, Aug 19, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
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Discovering our passion can give new meaning to our lives. This presentation will help reflect on feelings of joy and happiness. The discussions will lead to the (re)discovery of passion and purpose by exploring a whole new world. For adults

Tue, Aug 25, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
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Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Wed, Aug 26, 10:30am - 10:50am
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Come enjoy bonding with your baby through rhymes, fingerplays, and books. For babies up to 24 months and their parent or caregiver.

Thu, Aug 27, 11:00am - 12:30pm
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Interested in seeing your creations come to life? Learning to use a 3D printer may seem intimidating, but with this program, learning to 3D print will become easier than ever. For Adults