Career Kick-Off event
University College, the adult undergraduate degree program of Adelphi University, is sponsoring “Career Kick-Off,” a networking event and seminars for 21-and-overs with a high school education or more.
The free event will take place on Wednesday, August 19, from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Adelphi’s Ruth S. Harley University Center, located at 1 South Avenue in Garden City.
Participants will have the opportunity to network with members of the Adelphi community, as well as other area representatives from employment services. The keynote, “The Long Island Job Market, Growing/Shrinking Career Fields,” will be delivered by a representative from employment agency Adecco.
Other partners include the Long Island Works Coalition, MetLife/Northwest Financial Group, and the New York State Department of Labor.
Approximately 200 attendees are expected, and the registration deadline is Monday, August 17.
For more information, call Assistant Director of Promotion and Outreach Tom Luberto, at 516-877-3058, or email tluberto@adelphi.edu.
Register online at https://events.adelphi.edu/careerkickoff/.
– Victor G. Mimoni
Computer Classes
On Friday, August 14 at 10 and 11 a.m., Baisley Park Library will present Basic Computer Classes. Basic computer instruction for adults: mouse, windows, the Web. Must have library card. The library is located at 117-11 Sutphin Boulevard. For more info, call 718-529-1590.
On Friday, August 14 at 11 a.m., Auburndale Library will present Basic Computer Lessons. For adult beginners, a one-on-one, half-hour tutoring session. Limit three sessions per day, one session per person, by appointment only. Sign up for 11 or 11:30 a.m. or noon sessions. The library is located at 25-55 Francis Lewis Boulevard. For more information, call 718-352-2027.
On Monday, August 17 at 10:30 a.m., Lefferts Library will present Computer Class. This class, for adults, offers basic computer knowledge, Microsoft Office, Internet navigation and e-mail application. The library is located at 103-34 Lefferts Boulevard. For more information, call 718-843-5950.
On Monday, August 17 at 6 p.m., Arverne Library will present One-on-One Computer Classes. Whether you are a beginner interested in email and Internet basics, or a skilled user looking to pick up some new tricks, our one-on-one computer classes are available Monday nights at 6 p.m. and Wednesday mornings at 10:30 a.m. The library is located at 312 Beach 54th Street. For more information, call 718-634-4784.
On Tuesday, August 18 at 10:30 a.m., Briarwood Library will present Basic Computer Class. In this basic computer class, various subjects will be covered. Registration required. The library is located at 85-12 Main Street. For more information, call 718-658-1680.
On Tuesday, August 18 at 10:30 a.m., Glen Oaks Library will present Computer Basics for Adults. A 2-session workshop for adults with little or no computer skills, to learn the basics of computers. Preregistration is required. Must attend both sessions on August 18 and August 20. The library is located at 256-04 Union Turnpike. For more info, call 718-831-8636.
On Tuesday, August 18 at 10:30 a.m., St. Albans Library will present Introduction to Computer Basics. Come learn how to log on and off the computer, use the keyboard and mouse, open and close windows and use various software applications. Preregistration and a Queens Library card are required. The library is located at 191-05 Linden Boulevard. For more info, call 718-528-8196.
On Tuesday, August 18 at 10:30 a.m., Queens Village Library will present Introduction to the Computer for Adults. Adults will learn the basics of using the computer. Registration is required and you must have a Library card. The library is located at 94-11 217 Street. For more info, call 718-776-6800.
On Wednesday, August 19 at 10 a.m., Bayside Library will present Internet for Beginners. An elementary introduction to the Internet for adults. Library card and pre-registration is required. Maximum seating is four. The library is located at 214-20 Northern Boulevard. For more info, call 718-229-1834.
On Wednesday, August 19 at 10:30 a.m., Arverne Library will present One-on-One Computer Classes. Whether you are a beginner interested in email and Internet basics, or a skilled user looking to pick up some new tricks, our one-on-one computer classes are available Monday nights at 6 p.m. and Wednesday mornings at 10:30 a.m. The library is located at 312 Beach 54th Street. For more info, call 718-634-4784.
Legal advice
On Thursday, August 13 at 6 p.m., Corona Library will present Elder Law, Estate Planning, Trusts and Asset Protection. Noted elder law and estate planning attorneys will present strategies and consult with you on aspects of elder law, power of attorney, estate and disability planning and long-term care. You will learn how to gain income and avoid estate taxes while providing for heirs and charitable interests. You will also gain insight into preserving wealth and increasing lifetime income. The library is located at 38-23 104th Street. For more info, call 718-426-2844.
