ADRIAN — The Adrian District Library is hosting a series of in-person classes to help people gain confidence and new skills using a computer or smartphone. All classes will be held in the community room at the library, 143 E. Maumee St., in downtown Adrian. 

Computer Basics: Windows — Wednesday, Oct. 8, from 6-7:45 p.m. Learn how to use a PC with the Windows 11 operating system. 

Internet Basics — Wednesday, Oct. 15, from 6-7:45 p.m. This in-person workshop is for people who are new to the internet or want to build more confidence finding information online and navigating websites. 

Email Basics — Wednesday, Oct. 22, from 6-7:45 p.m. Attendees will create a Gmail account. They will also learn how to perform basic email functions, such as sending, receiving, and replying to email. Also, they will learn to recognize and deal with spam, organize and delete emails, and search for messages.

Cybersecurity Basics — Monday, Oct. 27, from 6-7:45 p.m. This workshop is for those who are interested in safety online and want to protect themselves from fraudsters and scams. 

Android Phone Basics — Wednesday, Nov. 5, from 6-7:45 p.m. This workshop is for those who have a new Android mobile device, or are considering getting one, and want to learn more about the basic functions. It will support attendees to get connected, identify common apps, and build confidence in using their device safely. 

iOS Phone Basics — Wednesday, Nov. 12, from 6-7:45 p.m. This workshop is for those who have a new iOS mobile device, or are considering getting one, and want to learn more about the basic functions. It will teach how to get connected, identify common apps, and build confidence in using their device safely. 

There’s no cost to attend these classes, but registration is required. Register online at adrian.lib.mi.us or call the library at 517-265-2265.