The Center for Digital Equity

Tyvola Senior Center: Computer Help With The Guys
2019-07-05 09:00 - 12:00, 2019-06-28 09:00 - 12:00, 2019-06-21 09:00 - 12:00, 2019-06-14 09:00 - 12:00, 2019-06-07 09:00 - 12:00, 2019-05-31 09:00 - 12:00, 2019-05-24 09:00 - 12:00, 2019-05-17 09:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) and 5 more dates | Tyvola Senior Center, 2225 Tyvola Rd, Charlotte, NC, 28210, United States
Need help using the computer? Not sure how to perform a certain computer task? Bring your questions and get FREE computer advice. If you’ve got computer questions, they’ve got the answers! For more information or to register call 980-314-1320 or email use at TyvolaSeniorCenter@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov.

CM Library: Computer Basics for Adults and Seniors
2019-07-01 09:00 - 11:00 | Independence Regional, 6000 Conference Drive Charlotte, North Carolina 28212, United States
Five-part series, on Mondays (July 1-July 29) Covers the basic skills to get around in Windows using a mouse, how to use an easy word processing program, create & edit pictures, and an introduction to the Internet. No computer experience necessary
Other Info
Call (704) 416-4800, Option 4 or go online to register.Registration is for the full series of five workshops (July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29) Participants must attend each workshop to progress to the next.

INTech Summer Camp for Girls - Charlotte ($)
2019-06-24 09:00 - 2019-06-28 17:00 | UNC Charlotte, 9201 University City Blvd, Charlotte, NC, 28223, United States
Camp Dates: June 24th – June 28th
Camp Times: 9am – 5pm
Track 1 Details:
INTech Scholars participate in a 5-day experience where they learn how to build websites about social issues of their choice. They are placed in teams in which they choose a social issue to focus on for their final product. In addition to that, they meet women in the technology industry, as well as, go on company tours. At the conclusion of the week, we will celebrate with a showcase for family and friends.
Track 2 Details:
INTech Scholars participate in a 5-day experience where they learn how to code using Python with a Raspberry Pi 3. Scholars in this track will also learn how to to program the Raspberry Pi using a robot where they will write programs to control the robot. At the conclusion of the week, we will celebrate with a showcase for family and friends and a hands on demo.
Registration includes:
– Lunch and snacks throughout the day
– INTech T-shirt
– Company swag
– Certificate of completion

Free Press: News for Building Black Community
2019-05-28 08:00 - 17:00 | Piedmont Unitarian Universalist Church, 9704 Mallard Creek Road, Charlotte, NC, 28262, United States
News for Building Black Community
Journalism affects how leaders craft policies and determine their priorities. The stories told about us today become the history told about us in the future.
For Black Charlotteans, this dynamic is more crucial than ever.
Let’s discuss: Join an interactive small-group discussion between Black journalists and community members on June 1 in Charlotte.
Event details:
What: News for Building Black Community
When: Sat., June 1, from 3:30-5 p.m. (doors open at 3pm, refreshments will be served)
Where: Piedmont Unitarian Universalist Church, 9704 Mallard Creek Road, Charlotte
This gathering grew out of a series of workshops on the future of local news that Free Press’ News Voices team hosted in partnership with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Library.
This is NOT a panel discussion. This event is an opportunity for community members to engage in direct conversation with local journalists on how local news can build and strengthen Black community in Charlotte.
Come out on June 1 and share your perspective. Join the conversation to determine what’s needed and how we can build together.
Let’s dream and shape the future of Charlotte news.
Note: This conversation is meant to prioritize and center Black voices. It’s a space for Blackness of all nationalities, religions, ages, abilities, genders and sexualities. It’s a space to build Black community. If this doesn’t represent your racial identity, please share with others for whom it may.

CM Library: Computer Basics
2019-05-20 10:00 - 12:00 | Charlotte Mecklenburg Library – West Blvd Branch, 2157 West Boulevard, Charlotte, NC, 28208, United States
Learn to use the keyboard and mouse, and get a basic overview of computer terms and concepts in this class for people with little or no previous computer experience.

Urban League of Central Carolinas: Technical Assistance Fridays
2019-05-17 10:00 - 12:00, 2019-05-03 10:00 - 12:00, 2019-04-19 10:00 - 12:00, 2019-04-05 10:00 - 12:00 | Urban League of Central Carolinas, 740 West 5th Street, Charlotte, NC, 28202, United States
Empowering you with tools you need to obtain and retain employment. Anyone is welcome to attend any one of our Technical Assistance Friday sessions to get the help you need from:Resume writing
Onlilne job search with computer access
Career counseling
Lab time to complete assessments, testing, etc.
Call 704-373-2256 for more information.

CM Library: Computer Basics II: Intro to Computers
2019-05-15 10:00 - 11:30 | Main Library, 310 North Tryon St., Charlotte, NC, 28202, United States
New to computers or been awhile since you used one? Come to Computer Basics and learn how to start and shut down a computer; create, save, and open a file; create a folder, and rename files and folders. Recommended Prerequisites – Computer Basics I: Mouse & Keyboard

CM Library: Computer Basics
2019-05-11 10:00 - 12:00 | Charlotte Mecklenburg Library — Sugar Creek, 4045 North Tryon Street, Suite A, Charlotte, NC, 28206, United States

Camp North End: END-to-END: A Confluence of Innovation
2019-05-10 17:00 - 2019-05-11 23:00 | Camp North End, 400 Camp Road, Charlotte, NC, 28206, United States
Innovators of all kinds are invited to celebrate the creative process at the first annual END-to-END, a two-day “confluence of innovation” designed to open doors and deepen connections between mediums, industries and people by pairing the best of local and global talent. The event will take place at Camp North End in Charlotte, NC from Friday, May 10 – Saturday, May 11.
Over the course of the weekend, guests are invited to engage a variety of activations:

Tech Symposium, which features local and national speakers from a wide range of industries and breakouts across the site hosted by Camp tenants: Wily, Hygge Coworking, Goodyear Arts, Hex Coffee Roasters, #BLKTECHCLT, and more. Topics will range from Tech Shaping Sustainable and Equitable Urban Development to The Rise of Fintech, and from Tech in Visual and/or Musical Arts and Design to Tech Influencing Culinary Culture.
Braindate, one-on-one or group conversations that attendees may book with other participants, presenters, or professionals while at End-to-End. Braindate offers the opportunity to share with and learn from individuals with expertise. Stay tuned for the opportunity to sign up to host or join a Braindate (4/23).
Exhibitions, showcasing compelling works and dynamic demonstrations by Kim Keever, select new media artists from the UK’s DAATA Editions, James Moore, Nate Boyce, MSHR, Sinjin Hawke and Zora Jones and more, along with other exciting selections..
14 Doors, an immersive, visual art experience that combines live, commissioned muraling with video mapping, 2-D work, photos and interactive projections. Local artists Dammit Wesley, Hnin Nie, Matt Hooker and Matt Moore, Jen Hill, Sharon Dowell, Rosalia Torres-Weiner and more will work alongside visiting national and international visual artists including The London Police and Fabian Williams.

Full speaker, exhibitor, and artist roster and schedule here: ENDtoENDCLT.com

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The spirit of innovation is central to Camp North End, a 75-acre historic industrial site which once manufactured Model Ts and US Army missiles, and is now transforming into a creative hub in Charlotte’s North End Smart District. This inaugural event will showcase the best of this ambitious redevelopment project’s 1.3 million square-foot campus, underscored by the convergence of its history and future: cutting-edge technology demonstrations in the iconic Ford Factory, digital installation art throughout WWII era Army buildings, live music performances under the rusty water tower, presentations and collaborations led by local, national, and international artists and thought leaders, all with an emphasis on design, technology, and the creative process.
To stay up-to-date on information and schedule, visit Camp North End’s Facebook event: @campnorthend. For sponsorship information or to become a participating vendor, please contact varian@camp.nc.

CM Library: Coding 101: HTML, CSS, & JS
2019-05-08 06:30 - 19:30 | Plaza Midwood, 1623 Central Avenue, Charlotte, NC, 28205, United States
Curious about learning how to code but dont know where to start? Join us for this exploration of how HTML, CSS, and JavaScript all work together to make webpages interactive. You will get hands-on experience with all three languages and learn more about frontend development. No experience is necessary, though basic computer skills are needed. Attendees are welcome to bring your own computer (BYOC), or we will have laptops available for use.

Tyvola Senior Center: Computer Basics Class - Resume & Cover Letter
2019-05-06 13:00 - 15:00 | Tyvola Senior Center, 2225 Tyvola Rd, Charlotte, NC, 28210, United States
Learn the basics of computers and get an overview of computer terms and concepts.
For more information contact TyvolaSeniorCenter@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov or 980.314.1320.

CM Library: Computer Basics I: Mouse & Keyboard
2019-05-01 10:00 - 11:30 | Main Library, 310 North Tryon St., Charlotte, NC, 28202, United States
Are you a new computer user with little or no experience using a keyboard and mouse? If so, come to this class and learn how to left-click, right-click and use basic command keys as you prepare to enter the online world!

NC Hearts Gigabit: 2nd Annual Interactive ($)
2019-04-26 09:00 - 16:00 | North Carolina Rural Economic Development Center, 4021 Carya Dr, Raleigh, NC, 27610, United States
Let’s Do Something About It. Because NC Broadband Matters.

Join NC Hearts Gigabit in Raleigh for the second annual NC Hearts Gigabit Interactive, a showcase of solutions demonstrating why access to modern broadband matters to rural and urban vitality, workforce development, and leadership in technology innovation as a state. Let’s power the future of local communities in North Carolina!

Who loves gigabit? We do.

The mission of NC Broadband Matters is to attract, support and champion the universal availability of affordable, reliable, high-capacity Internet to create thriving local communities, uniquely local small businesses, and a workforce empowered to compete in the global knowledge economy.

For inspiring content and connections to broadband communities, please join NC Broadband Matters in Raleigh for the second annual NC Hearts Gigabit Interactive on Friday, April 26, 2019. The Interactive will showcase solutions demonstrating why access to modern broadband matters to rural and urban vitality, workforce development, and leadership in technology innovation.
Registration and more info available: https://ncheartsgigabitinteractive2.splashthat.com/

Bette Rae Thomas Rec Center: Computer Wiz 101
2019-04-10 10:30 - 12:30 | Bette Rae Thomas Recreation Center, 2921 Tuckaseegee Road, Charlotte, NC, 28202, United States
Computer Wiz is a computer crash course to provide assistance with resume & cover letter building, basic computer skills, creating and operating e-mail accounts and job search. For more information contact:æBetteRaeThomasRecreationCenter@MecklenburgCountyNC.govæor at 980.314.1111

CM Library: Computer Basics for Adults and Seniors
2019-04-06 09:00 - 11:00 | Independence Regional, 6000 Conference Drive Charlotte, North Carolina 28212, United States
Five-part series, on Mondays (Apr 8-May 6) Covers the basic skills to get around in Windows using a mouse, how to use an easy word processing program, create & edit pictures, and an introduction to the Internet. No computer experience necessary

Other Info

Call (704) 416-4800, Option 4 or go online to register. Registration is for the full series of five workshops (April 8, 15, 22, 29, May 6) Participants must attend each workshop to progress to the next.

Presenter: Jim Kluth
Contact Name: Reference Staff
Contact Phone: 704-416-4800 opt. 4
Contact Email: irlpublicemail@cmlibrary.org
