The Center for Digital Equity

CM Library: Microsoft PowerPoint 2013 Basics
2018-08-28 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Beatties Ford Road Regional, 2412 Beatties Ford Road, Charlotte, NC, 28216, United States
Create, edit and save a basic presentation using Microsoft PowerPoint 2013. This class is for people who have mastered basic computer skills. Previous experience with Microsoft Word is also strongly recommended.
Presenter:
BFR Adult Services Staff
Contact Name:
Jeremy D. Lytal
Contact Phone:
704-416-3000
Contact Email:
jlytal@cmlibrary.org

CM Library: Computer Basics
2018-08-29 11:00 - 12:30 | Charlotte Mecklenburg Library – Steele Creek Branch, 13620 Steele Creek Road, Charlotte, NC, 28273, United States
Get a basic overview of computer terms and concepts and learn about basic computer operations including file storage. Participants will receive their own flash drive.

BLKTECHCLT: Fireside Chat with LaToya Marc of Comcast Ventures' Catalyst Fund
2018-08-30 18:00 - 20:00 | BLKTECHCLT HQ, 1824 Statesville Avenue Suite 105, Charlotte, NC, 28206, United States
The quarterly BLKTECHCLT series brings tech CEOs and investors from around the country to the BLKTECHCLT community. Local entrepreneurs, technologists, and investors can hear one on one from some of the top leaders and executives in the business sharing their perspectives on trends happening around the country and the globe.
BLKTECHCLT has the honor of hosting LaToya Marc of Comcast Ventures’ Catalyst Fund on August 30th from 6pm to 8pm at BLKTECHCLT HQ in Camp North End.

ABOUT The Catalyst Fund
The Catalyst Fund invests in diverse founding teams at the Seed and Series A level. They fund entrepreneurs building transformational businesses in media and technology. Their team is committed to investing, mentoring, and supporting underrepresented founders.
ABOUT LaToya Marc
LaToya Marc is a socially conscious leader dedicated to racial equity and justice. As an investor at Comcast Ventures’ Catalyst Fund, LaToya invests in African American and Latinx founders at the Seed and Series A. She focuses on tech, media & entertainment, and double-bottom-line businesses. Recent investments she’s supported include Blavity, Inc. and Sudu Logistics, where she also has a board seat. Prior to her work with Catalyst, LaToya held leadership positions in business development, strategy & operations, and diversity, equity, & inclusion at Bank of America, Teach For America, A.T. Kearney, and Comcast NBCUniversal. LaToya has an MBA from Harvard Business School, and a BS in Industrial Engineering from Georgia Tech, where she graduated with highest honors.

GOODWILL U: Technology Training Information Session
2018-09-05 19:00 - 20:30 | Goodwill Opportunity Campus , 5301 Wilkinson Blvd, Charlotte, NC, 28208, United States
Do you have an interest in technology and wonder if you can establish a career in IT? Whether you enjoy problem solving, thinking creatively, and/or helping people get the most out of their technology, there is a course for you!
Goodwill University is hosting an informational session for its IT Trainings.
Upcoming trainings include:

Salesforce
Fundamentals of IT (F.I.T.)
Productivity and Development (Coding, etc)
A+/Helpdesk

Goodwill University will collaborate with partners who are experts in their specific fields in providing instruction, mentorship, employment assistance, and more.
The information session will cover the following:

Details about each course (length of course, class start dates, etc)
Eligibility and requirements
Becoming a Goodwill client (and become eligible to enroll)
Additional enrollment details (TABE testing, etc)
Q/A

Tyvola Senior Center: Computer Help With The Guys
2018-09-07 09:00 - 12:00, 2018-09-14 09:00 - 12:00, 2018-09-21 09:00 - 12:00, 2018-09-28 09:00 - 12:00 | 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 usÊTyvolaSeniorCenter@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Housing Partnership: Economic Mobility Through Digital Inclusion
2018-09-11 18:00 - 20:00 | Alexander Apartments, 2425 Statesville Avenue, Charlotte, NC, 28206, United States
The “Economic Mobility Through Digital Inclusion” program will serve families living in three affordable apartment developments: The McNeel, The Alexander, and The Stevenson. Eight class cohorts running from September 2018 – May 2019 will consist of 12 students each will learn the dynamics of digital literacy, internet security and skills as a tool for economic opportunities, social media, and MS Word and Excel programs.

Schedule
Cohort 1 (2 classes per week for 2 weeks) – September 11, 13, 18, 20
Cohort 2 (2 classes per week for 2 weeks) – October 2, 4, 9, 11
Cohort 3 (2 classes per week for 2 weeks) – October 23, 25, 30, 11/1
Cohort 4 (2 classes per week for 2 weeks) – November 6, 8, 13, 15
Graduation and Celebration for Cohorts 1-4 – December 11, 2018

Cohort 4 (2 classes per week for 2 weeks) – January 8, 10, 15, 17
Cohort 5 (2 classes per week for 2 weeks) – February 5, 7, 12, 14
Cohorts 6 (2 classes per week for 2 weeks) – March 5, 7, 12, 14
Cohorts 7 (2 classes per week for 2 weeks – March 19, 21, 26, 28
Cohort 8 (2 classes per week for 2 weeks) – April 1, 4, 9, 11
Graduation and Celebration for Cohorts 4-8 – April 30, 2019

ULCC: Open Enrollment - Information Session
2018-09-18 18:00 - 19:00 | Urban League of Central Carolinas, 740 West 5th Street, Charlotte, NC, 28202, United States
When: September 18, 2018
Time: 6:00 PM
Where: 740 West Fifth Street, Charlotte NC 28202
Details: CLICK HERE for more information.

ULCC: Summer 2018 Graduation
2018-09-20 18:00 - 19:00 | TBD
When: September 20, 2018
Time: 6:00 PM
Where: TBD
Details: Please save the date and come celebrate with us! We look forward to this Summer 2018 graduation and sharing the good news about our current clientele.
For more information call Sheila Funderburke at (704)373-2256 ex. 209 or email info@urbanleaguecc.org.

Open Streets 704
2018-09-30 | Charlotte, NC, Charlotte, NC, 28205, United States
Open Streets 704 powered by BlueCross Blue Shield of North Carolina is a series Charlotte events that will literally open a length of city streets for an afternoon just for people! Taking cues from similar events around the country and the world, Open Streets 704 aims to build a better, healthier, connected community by encouraging Charlotte and Mecklenburg area residents to walk, bicycle, and experience the city together in a way that’s just not possible in a car.
Open Streets 704 powered by BlueCross BlueShield of North Carolina is made possible by a grant from the Knight Foundation, in partnership with Partners for Parks, Mecklenburg County Government, the City of Charlotte, Mecklenburg County Park & Recreation, the Mecklenburg County Public Health, Charlotte Department of Transportation, and the support of The Charlotte- Mecklenburg Police and Charlotte Fire departments.

Tyvola Senior Center: Microsoft Office Word Basics
2018-10-01 13:00 - 14:00 | Tyvola Senior Center, 2225 Tyvola Rd, Charlotte, NC, 28210, United States
In partnership with Charlotte Mecklenburg Library, Tyvola Senior Center is offering on-going computer classes for older adults. In the Microsoft Office Word Basics program, you will learn how to create, edit, and save a document in Microsoft Word. Spaces are limited to 12. For more information, contact Tyvola Senior Center at 980.314.1320 orÊTyvolaSeniorCenter@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov.

Bette Rae Thomas Recreation Center: Computer Wiz 101
2018-10-01 13:00 - 14:00, 2018-10-08 13:00, 2018-10-15 13:00, 2018-10-22 13:00, 2018-10-29 13:00, 2018-11-05 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:ÊBetteRaeThomasRecreationCenter@MecklenburgCountyNC.govÊor at 980.314.1111

Tyvola Senior Center: Computer Help With The Guys
2018-10-05 09:00 - 12:00, 2018-10-12 09:00 - 12:00, 2018-10-19 09:00 - 12:00, 2018-10-26 09:00 - 12:00, 2018-11-02 09:00 - 12:00 | 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 usæTyvolaSeniorCenter@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov.

Urban League of Central Carolinas: Career Fair
2018-10-17 10:00 - 12:00 | Stratford Richardson YMCA, 1946 West Boulevard, Charlotte, NC, 28208, United States
When: October 17, 2018
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Where: Stratford Richardson YMCA, 1946 West BLVD, Charlotte, NC 28208
Details: Join us on October 17 from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. for an exciting Career Fair! NEW! Our October Career Fair will be held at Stratford Richardson YMCA, 1946 West BLVD, Charlotte, NC 28208.

The fair is FREE and open to the community
Candidates of all ages, experience levels and industries are encouraged to attend
Companies will be looking to hire full-time and part-time
Please come prepared with resumes and professionally dressed
Come and learn more about the ULCC and the certification and training we offer community members

Digi-Bridge: Daddy-Daughter Code-In -- SPOOKY SATURDAY ($)
2018-10-20 19:00 - 20:30 | Google Fiber, 301 E. 7th Street, Charlotte, NC, 28203, United States
Digi-Bridge is excited to host our next Daddy-Daughter Code-In, an event hosted with Google Fiber at their home here in Charlotte. This evening is an opportunity for dads and daughters aged K-8th to connect and explore technology. Join us on Saturday, October 20 from 7:00 – 8:30 pm for an evening of food, coding, building, crafting, and a delicious sweet treat!
Much like a traditional “Daddy Daughter” dance, the Code-In will be an event filled with dinner, music, and fresh tech-centric activities. Digi-Bridge knows that girls code, too, and looks forward to supporting and encouraging the next generation of female leaders in STEM.
Parking: The event is hosted at Google Fiber’s 7th street location. Please come prepared to pay for parking that evening at one of the parking lots or decks off of 7th street.

Mecklenburg County: On the Table with Clanton Park + Mecklenburg County
2018-10-24 18:00 - 20:00 | Dorothy Waddy Pavilion at Clanton Park, 3132 Manchester Dr, Charlotte, NC, 28217, United States
Join Mecklenburg County leaders and the Clanton Park Neighborhood for the “On the Table CLT” engagement initiative.
Enjoy dinner while participating in engaging roundtable discussions on important issues spanning from the history of the Clanton Park community, to senior services and education, including the Meck Pre-K program.
All attendees will have the opportunity to connect with County leaders and receive resources for their communities. West Blvd. corridor residents are encouraged to attend.
To learn more about Mecklenburg county services, visit mecknc.gov and for questions about the program, email outreach@mecknc.gov

City of Charlotte: On The Table CLT with Housing & Neighborhood Services
2018-10-24 18:00 - 21:00 | SMS Catering Services, 1764 Norland Road, Charlotte, NC, 28205, United States
Charlotte is a diverse community. While there are no quick fixes to the challenges we face, we believe progress happens when residents, organizations, neighborhoods, and government work collaboratively and creatively.
On The Table CLT will bring together over 6,500 community members in homes, parks, coffee shops, businesses, libraries, restaurants and more to exchange ideas around a single set of questions and to learn from each other’s experiences. When we listen and learn from one another, we have the power to impact communities and lives.
The City of Charlotte’s Housing & Neighborhood Services is one of many groups hosting an On The Table CLT event this year. We invite you to join us for a community conversation over dinner at the SMS banquet hall on Wednesday, October 24th from 6-9pm. Free parking, dinner & entertainment are provided.
REGISTER ONLINE HERE

Event Details
Start Date: 10/24/2018
Start Time: 6:00 PM
End Date: 10/24/2018
End Time: 9:00 PM
Location: SMS Catering Services
Address: 1764 Norland Road Charlotte NC 28205

E2D/Google Fiber: Tech and Treat!
2018-10-25 16:00 - 19:00 | Google Fiber, 301 E. 7th Street, Charlotte, NC, 28203, United States
Grab an old laptop (or 2 or 10!) and some friends and come over to the Google Fiber Space to donate the technology to E2D. E2D’s Re-Image CLT tech workforce will refurbish your old tech and place it into the hands of low-income students that need computers to do their school work. We will be serving Lenny Boy beer and appetizers and will have drawings for prizes. 1st Prize is “Beer for a Year!”

Digi-Bridge: BUBBLE MANIA: Digi-Bridge Family Code-In, Hosted by Sealed Air
2018-11-03 09:30 - 11:00 | Sealed Air’s International HQ – The Pavilion, 2415 Cascade Pointe Boulevard, Charlotte, NC, 28208, United States
Join Digi-Bridge and Sealed Air for a morning of family fun at the company’s headquarters in Charlotte. Together, families will complete a computer coding challenge, create a bubble wrap project and explore STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics) concepts with Sealed Air volunteers.

Thanks to a generous gift from Sealed Air, this event is free of charge!
