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Intro to Powerpoint

2019-10-25 10:15:00 2019-10-25 11:30:00 America/New_York Intro to Powerpoint Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library

Friday, October 25
10:15am - 11:30am

Add to Calendar 2019-10-25 10:15:00 2019-10-25 11:30:00 America/New_York Intro to Powerpoint Join us to learn how to create slides, edit text, layout and design, insert pictures, and other basics of Microsoft PowerPoint, a presentation program. Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library

Join us to learn how to create slides, edit text, layout and design, insert pictures, and other basics of Microsoft PowerPoint, a presentation program.

Space is limited. Registration is requested by contacting the Burke Branch Library at 703-746-1772.

 

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Technology | Computer & Tech Classes |

TAGS: | Digital Literacy | Computers | computer classes |

Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
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Phone: 703.746.1704
Fax: 703.746.1775
Hours
Mon, Nov 11 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Nov 12 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Nov 13 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Nov 14 1:00PM to 9:00PM
Fri, Nov 15 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Nov 16 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Nov 17 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the library

Parking: The library has a parking lot.

Public Transit:

  • Metrorail: King Street Station (Yellow & Blue 3.3 miles)
  • Metrobus: 8W, 25B, 28A
  • DASH Bus: AT2, AT5

Upcoming events

Writers Group
Sun, Nov 17, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Small Conference Room
Calling all writers...join the Beatley Central Writers Group.
Crafternoon - presented by Handcraft Tuesdays
Sun, Nov 17, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Bring your crafting projects and enjoy the company of other makers with our monthly group!
Baby Time
Mon, Nov 18, 10:15am - 10:45am
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Meeting Room
Songs, fingerplays and bounces for babies. For ages 0-11 months.
Introduction to Better Understand a DSLR Camera
Mon, Nov 18, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Small Conference Room
Do you own a Digital SLR camera? Would you like to take photos but you don’t know what buttons to press?
It's Toddler Time
Mon, Nov 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
It's all about books, songs and play in our storytime for toddlers. Half-hour program plus 20 minutes of free play. Ages 12 to 24 months with an adult.
Baby Time
Mon, Nov 18, 11:15am - 11:45am
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Meeting Room
Songs, fingerplays and bounces for babies. For ages 0-11 months.
ESL Class - Beginning Level
Mon, Nov 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Free English classes for beginners in speaking, reading, and writing English. Text materials will be provided in class. Children can accompany their parents in the classroom.
Tech Monday Matinee - Silicon Valley
Mon, Nov 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
In 1957, decades before Steve Jobs dreamed up Apple or Mark Zuckerberg created Facebook, a group of eight brilliant young men started their own transistor business.
Sensory Storytime
Mon, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Meeting Room
A story time designed for kids with intellectual and physical disabilities, and sensory processing disorders. Ages 2-12. Registration required. 
Questions about Medicare? - Free Medicare Benefits Checkup
Mon, Nov 18, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Are you paying too much for your prescription medications? Is your prescription plan covering all of your medications? Are you on the right Medicare Part D prescription plan?
Friends of Duncan Library Monthly Meeting
Mon, Nov 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Meeting Room
Join the Friends of Duncan Library for their monthly meeting! These meetings are open to the public. Learn more about what the Friends do, become a member, and get involved!
English Language Workshop - Beginner Level
Tue, Nov 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Free ESL Beginner Workshops usually held every Tuesday and Thursday of the week all month long.
English Language Workshop - Intermediate Level
Tue, Nov 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Small Conference Room
Free ESL Intermediate Workshops usually held every Tuesday and Thursday of the week all month long.
Stories & Songs - Story Time
Tue, Nov 19, 10:00am - 10:30am
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Meeting Room
A story time for 1-4 year olds with a caregiver. 
Mother Goose Time - Activities For Children Ages 12-23 Months
Tue, Nov 19, 10:15am - 10:45am
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Story Room
Stories, songs, games & more. Just for children ages 12-23 months. Please choose to come either Tuesday or Wednesday!
Time for 2s
Tue, Nov 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Story Room
Two-year-olds enjoy stories, music, movement, and a coloring sheet to practice fine motor skills. Ages 24-35 months with adult.
Stories & Songs
Tue, Nov 19, 10:45am - 11:15am
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Meeting Room
A story time for 1-4 year olds with a caregiver. 
Stories To Grow On - Stories and Much More For Ages 2-5
Tue, Nov 19, 11:00am - 11:45am
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Story Room
Stories, songs, movement games & yoga for ages 2-5. Adult participation is expected. Younger siblings can come along and join in with their big brothers and sisters.
Tuesday Tots—Bilingual
Tue, Nov 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Join Ms. Eli for a bilingual story time! It's all about books, songs and play in Spanish and English! You do not need to know Spanish. Ages 1 to 4 with an adult.
Stories & Songs
Tue, Nov 19, 11:30am - 12:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Meeting Room
A story time for 1-4 year olds with a caregiver. 
Preschool Playtime
Tue, Nov 19, 11:30am - 12:15pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Story Room
Miss Amy is on vacation this week, so join us for a special playtime in the Story Room. Ages 3-5 with adult.
Creative Connections - Telling Your Story
Tue, Nov 19, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
The stories of your life have meaning for your friends and family. Register
Online Money Tips
Tue, Nov 19, 3:15pm - 4:30pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Get an introduction to online banking, doing your taxes online, PayPal, Venmo, contact-less payments and free budgeting apps.
Pre-K Storytime
Tue, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Meeting Room
Practice sitting and listening while we read fun stories and do an easy craft. For ages 3+ with a caregiver.
PAWS to Read
Tue, Nov 19, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Meeting Room
Practice reading out loud to a friendly dog.
Friends of the Barrett Branch Library - Monthly Meeting
Tue, Nov 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Join us for our monthly meeting and learn how to become more active with the Friends.
Meal Planning 101
Tue, Nov 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor
Is your hectic schedule causing you to throw meals together at the last minute? Join us in a discussion on meal planning strategies - learn how to save money, save time and eat well! 
Sustainability Series: - DIY Beeswax Wraps/Disinfecting Wipes
Tue, Nov 19, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
First in a series to help people reduce their carbon footprint! Make two projects: beeswax wraps, which takes the place of plastic wrap in the kitchen, and disinfecting wipes.
This event is full
Tween Game Night
Tue, Nov 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Story Room
Hang out and play games with friends. Every program features a different type of game. Play a favorite or learn something new! Ages 8-14. This month: Dice Rolling Games
Mother Goose Time - Activities For Children Ages 12-23 Months
Wed, Nov 20, 10:15am - 10:45am
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Story Room
Stories, songs, games & more. Just for children ages 12-23 months. Please choose to come either Tuesday or Wednesday!
Family Storytime Class
Wed, Nov 20, 10:30am - 11:15am
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Join us for stories, songs, movement, and music for the whole family. Ages 0-5 with adult.
Stories To Grow On - Stories and Much More For Ages 2-5
Wed, Nov 20, 11:00am - 11:45am
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Story Room
Stories, songs, movement games & yoga for ages 2-5. Adult participation is expected. Younger siblings can come along and join in with their big brothers and sisters.
Baby Rhythm & Rhyme
Wed, Nov 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Story time with your little one in mind. We'll read a story, sing songs, and do some finger plays. A half hour story time plus free play. Ages birth to 18 months.
Babies & Ones
Wed, Nov 20, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Story Room
Babies, Ones, and their caregivers enjoy songs, stories, lap bounces, and gentle playtime. Children ages 0-23 months with adult.
Afternoon Book Club - "Killers of the Flower Moon" by David Grann
Wed, Nov 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate Native American Heritage Month by joining us for a discussion of a true-life murder mystery about one of the most monstrous crimes in American history. 
Craft in the Afternoon - Button Making
Wed, Nov 20, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Meeting Room
We're making word art buttons using old library book pages, markers, crayons, colored pencils and endless creativity!
Pajama Story Time
Wed, Nov 20, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Children's Area
Enjoy bedtime stories in Duncan's children area every Wednesday. Bring your pajamas and teddy bears. Ages 2-8.
Duncan Book Group - "The World According to Garp"
Wed, Nov 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Meeting Room
The Duncan Book Discussion Group meets on the third Wednesday of each month.
Lego Night
Wed, Nov 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Bring the whole family for an evening of creative play with Legos. Just bring your imaginations, we have loads of Legos and Duplos! All ages.
English Language Workshop - Beginner Level
Thu, Nov 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Free ESL Beginner Workshops usually held every Tuesday and Thursday of the week all month long.
English Language Workshop - Intermediate Level
Thu, Nov 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Small Conference Room
Free ESL Intermediate Workshops usually held every Tuesday and Thursday of the week all month long.
Rock n' Read
Thu, Nov 21, 10:00am - 10:30am
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Meeting Room
Musical story time for kids ages 1-4 years with a caregiver. 
Preschool Playtime
Thu, Nov 21, 10:30am - 11:15am
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Story Room
Miss Amy is on vacation this week, so join us for a special playtime in the Story Room. Ages 3-5 with adult.
Rock and Read
Thu, Nov 21, 10:45am - 11:15am
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Meeting Room
Musical story time for kids ages 1-4 years with a caregiver.
Rock n' Read
Thu, Nov 21, 11:30am - 12:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Meeting Room
Musical story time for kids ages 1-4 years with a caregiver.  
Toddler Time
Thu, Nov 21, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Story Room
Stories, songs, movement, and music just for one and two-year-olds. Ages 12-35 months with an adult.
Snacks and UNO Tournament
Thu, Nov 21, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Get your UNO game on for this fast-paced tournament. Prizes will be awarded and, as always, snacks.
Fall Harvest STEAM - STEAM Activities For Ages 5+
Thu, Nov 21, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - First Floor
STEAM activities for ages 5+ No registration required.
Girls Who Code
Thu, Nov 21, 5:00pm - 6:45pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Meeting Room
Girls Who Code is on a mission to close the gender gap in technology and to change the image of what a programmer looks like and does.
Change of Screen: Oddball Cinema
Thu, Nov 21, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Join Oddball Cinema for a screening of "Pleasantville." Rated PG-13.
Great Books Discussion Group
Thu, Nov 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Small Conference Room
This library-sponsored program is held on the third Thursday of each month.
Knit Nite
Thu, Nov 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Story Room
Knitting Club for kids! Learn to knit under the guidance of experienced knitters. All supplies will be provided. Join us in the Children's area. Ages 8-18.
Avoid Online Scams
Fri, Nov 22, 10:15am - 11:30am
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Analyze an online scam to identify warning signs and best practices for identifying and avoiding online scams to stay safe online.
Family Storytime Class
Fri, Nov 22, 10:30am - 11:15am
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Join us for stories, songs, movement, and music for the whole family. Ages 0-5 with adult.
Yoga, Baby!
Fri, Nov 22, 11:00am - 11:30am
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - First Floor
Join us every fourth Friday of the month for interactive yoga/music activities for babies ages 6 weeks to 11 months and their grownups.
ESL Class - Beginning Level
Fri, Nov 22, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Free English classes for beginners in speaking, reading, and writing English. Text materials will be provided in class. Children can accompany their parents in the classroom.
Nutrition Seminar: Eating for Diabetes
Fri, Nov 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
November is Diabetes Awareness Month.
Majestic Mornings Paint-Along
Sat, Nov 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor
Join us for a fun and relaxing morning of painting along with episode "Ocean Sunrise". All materials provided. Space is limited and registration is required.  
This event is full
AARGGH - Grand Gaming Melee
Sat, Nov 23, 10:00am - 4:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Join the Alexandria Arlington Regional Gaming Group (AARGGH) in a Grand Gaming Melee. Bring games you want to play, or come without games and play what others bring.
Lego Club
Sat, Nov 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Meeting Room
Play with Legos! Build your own unique creations, and put them on display. Ages 6+.
Saturday Stories
Sat, Nov 23, 11:00am - 11:45am
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Picture Book Area
Stories, music, and movement for the entire family. All ages with adult.
Let's Talk - An ESL Conversation Class
Sat, Nov 23, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Small Conference Room
Interested in building your confidence in your use of English?
Chess
Sat, Nov 23, 12:30pm - 4:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Interested in playing chess or learning about the game? Join us every Saturday in the Children's Area. All skill levels are welcome. All ages, children under 8 age must be accompanied by their adult.
ESL Class - Intermediate Level at the Barrett Branch
Sat, Nov 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Story Room
Free English as a Second Language intermediate level class held each Saturday from 1-2 pm.
Death Cafe
Sat, Nov 23, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Meeting Room
Death Cafes are an opportunity to demystify the death experience. We offer an open, safe environment for discussing thoughts, feelings about all manner death and dying.
John DeDakis on "Fake News" - Confessions of an Ex-CNN Journalist
Sat, Nov 23, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
The former CNN senior copy editor of "The Situation Room with Wolf Blitzer" will provide a behind-the-scenes glimpse at modern journalism and discuss the spread of "fake news."
Writers Group
Sun, Nov 24, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Small Conference Room
Calling all writers...join the Beatley Central Writers Group.
Recipe Organization
Sun, Nov 24, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Don't have time during your busy week to organize your recipes?
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