Tech Workshops

Getting Started Workshops

At our new Getting Started with Tech workshops, you can learn how to use a keyboard and mouse, find out what your tablet can do, get an email account, and much more.

Offered on Wednesdays at 2 pm and every other Monday at 7 pm. Free!

Specialty Tech Workshops

Already comfortable with a computer? Try a Specialty Tech workshop to learn something new. Training laptops are provided. Space is limited, so you’ll need to sign up.

Computers & Devices

If you’re tech-savvy or want to learn about different technologies, the library is a great place to practice skills and try new devices.

Creation Stations:  Interested in creating and designing on your own? Our public computers at the Main Library include 4 Creation Stations with dual monitors, a Silhouette cutter, and Wacom drawing tablets.

Chromebooks, Hotspots, and Kindles-to-Go: We offer tech-to-go: Chromebooks, hotspots, and Kindles loaded with content. You can keep each device for 4 weeks at a time.

List of Computers & Devices at the library  

Book-a-Librarian

Tech questions? We want to help. Schedule a one-on-one session with one of our experts. Topics include downloading ebooks, audiobooks, magazines, and other digital services. Appointments are 30 to 60 minutes. Sign up online or contact us.

In addition, you can stop by the Douglass Branch for drop-in Tech Help on Wednesdays from 10 am to noon.

E-library

Enjoy ebooks, movies, and more on the go! Your Champaign Public Library card gives you free access to thousands of titles via your smartphone, tablet, or computer.

Want to learn at your own pace?

Try these free online learning tools:

• Lynda.com  – free for Champaign cardholders
• GCFLearnFree.org
  
• Digitallearn.org
  
• Codeacademy.com
  
• Khan Academy Computer Programming