Huntington Branch Library will have no computer access Monday, Tuesday

SHELTON - The Huntington Branch Library will have NO PUBLIC COMPUTER ACCESS on Monday, Sept. 9 or Tuesday, Sept. 10. We apologize for any inconvenience. 

Patrons are welcome to visit Plumb Memorial Library for their public computer needs on those days. Thank you for understanding!

This is shared from the Shelton Library System Facebook page.

Derby Neck Library offers assistance with technology

DERBY - Do you have technological questions you need to be answered?

Do you have a problem with your smartphone, laptop, tablet, or other device?

Stop by Derby Neck Library for Tech Talks and we will help you find a solution!

The Library is at 307 Hawthorne Ave.

This is shared from the Library's Facebook page.

Oxford Public Library offers 2 computer classes in February

 

Recuperation journey: Stepping away for a day

After I finish typing this I'm stepping away for a day. 

I love what I do here, but need a break from sitting in front of this monitor.

I'll be back tomorrow.

Hope you have a great Sunday! 

Tech Time on tap in August at Derby Public Library

DERBY - The Derby Public Library offers monthly Tech Time sessions.  
Every third Wednesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. and every third Thursday of the month at 10 a.m. a staff member will be on hand to answer all your tech-related questions and concerns.  

Whether you are having trouble downloading e-books, searching databases, completing on-line job applications, 

scanning/sending documents and photos, etc., your problems will be addressed. 

Next sessions will be held Aug. 16 at 6:30 p.m. and Aug. 17 at 10 a.m. No registration is needed.  
For more information, stop by the Library, 313 Elizabeth St., call 203-736-1482, or visit www.derbypubliclibrary.org.


This is a press release from Cathy Williams, Director, Derby Public Library.  

Technology is great, until ...

I realize it's not the end of the world, but it is incredibly annoying.

What's that you ask? Why it's when the Internet is not working.

That means we can't work. And what fun is that?

But it's back now, and so I'm back doing what I was going to do several hours ago. 

Unplug today? Yay or nay?

Happy Presidents' Day!

Unplug today? George and Abe would no doubt approve.

Many people have a holiday today, and I was considering taking a holiday from the computer. 
But I really don't know if I can stay away all day.

If I did, I could do some laundry, read a book, bake a cake, make a nice dinner for my family ... or if I stay right here I could get some work done on our next Valley Voice newsletter.

While I debate this radical idea, I'll share the link to issue #3 here:

http://goo.gl/MThckR

I hope you enjoy it!

Derby Library offers software training, unveils new technology

DERBY - The Derby Public Library now offers lynda.com, online software training, on all 

Library computers and remotely to all Derby Public Library card holders. 

This premier online learning resource offers more than 3,400 courses covering technical skills, creative techniques, business strategies, and more.

Need help with Photoshop, Microsoft Excel, financial literacy, writing or overcoming

procrastination? There is a topic for everyone!  
Courses are viewable on your desktop, laptop, mobile, or tablet.

All you need is your Derby Public Library card number to receive unlimited access 24/7 to a vast library of high-

quality, current, and engaging video tutorials taught by 

recognized industry experts.  

Hoopla Digital 

The Library is now partnering with Hoopla Digital to give patrons online and mobile access to thousands of free movies, television shows, music albums, eBooks, audiobooks, 

and comics. 

Once their account is set up, Derby Public Library card holders can download the free Hoopla Digital mobile app on their Android or IOS device or visit www.hoopladigital.com

to begin enjoying thousands of titles from major Hollywood studios, record companies, 

and publishers, for streaming or temporary downloading to smartphones, tablets, or computers. 

A link is also available on the Library’s website at www.derbypubliclibrary.org.

Borrow both newly released and hard to find digital movies, music, eBooks, and more.

All free, all available 24/7, with no wait lists or late fees!  

For more information, stop by the Library at 313 Elizabeth St., call 203-736-1482, or visit the Library website.

This is a press release from Cathy Williams, Director, Derby Public Library. 

Students to learn computer coding at Bungay in Seymour

Before-school club planned      
SEYMOUR - In celebration of Computer Science Education Week, along with the “Hour of Code” initiative by code.org, all Bungay Elementary School students from Kindergarten to Grade 5 will be provided with multiple opportunities to learn basic computer coding during the week of Dec. 8-14.

All fifth grade students have been invited to participate in the school’s “Coding Kids” club, a before-school club that will begin Dec. 8, and will continue weekly through April. 

At the time of this release, 54 of the school’s 92 fifth grade students have provided parental consent to participate in this club. 

This club was created and is facilitated by Kristopher Boyle, Assistant Principal, and is co-facilitated by fifth grade teachers Nicole Francisco and Kelley Garofalo, as well as computer teacher Caitlin Iannucci. This is the second year of this club and has been very well received by the students and parents.

· All 502 students, grades Kindergarten through 5, will receive 40 minutes of instruction on computer coding through their weekly Computer class with teacher Caitlin Iannucci.

· All 502 students, grades Kindergarten through 5, will have opportunities to learn computer coding in their classrooms, utilizing the 390 Chromebooks in grades 2 through 5, and approximately 75iPads in Kindergarten and first grade.

We believe that enriching all 502 Bungay School students’ educational experience to include computer coding will improve their higher-order thinking skills, including problem solving, critical thinking, and creativity.

These opportunities will allow students to communicate and collaborate with one another, which would likely enrich their experiences within the classroom.

We also believe this exposure might serve to prepare students for more advanced courses and opportunities in the future.

Hopefully, some students may pursue employment in the future in this field, as this is currently a competitive global job market.

According to code.org, students need to have a raised awareness about learning computer coding. An estimated 1.4 million jobs in the computer field, including but not limited to coding, and engineering, will be available by the year 2020 in the United States.

At present, there is not projected to be enough computer science students in United States colleges and universities to meet these demands.


This is a press release from Bungay School.

Technology puts Ansonia resident to the test

That would be me.

I've come to the realization that I no longer get a charge out of having all these electronic devices. I want to go back to 1993!

Am I the only one who keeps forgetting to charge my "stuff" until I'm ready to run out the door?

Wires and cables and chargers, oh my. 

Another charge-hungry device missing from photo: camera. I was using it ;-)

Yes, I do indeed remember using manual typewriters..no electricity needed!