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Offers individual computer assistance available to teach basic and advanced skills.

Library services include:
- Book rental
- Home delivery services
- Computer access
- Online book access
- Book clubs
- Computer classes's
- Research materials
- Notary

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Public Access Computers/Tools
Computer Literacy Training Programs
Library Services

Technology training opportunities including CompTIA A+ certification, CompTIA ITF+ certification, introduction to Agile, and introduction to SQL.

Also offers CompTIA Security Plus and Grow with Google.

Offering food pantry services for adults ages 50 and older, with options for home delivery or pick-up.

Social work services for adults ages 50 and older.

Educational and wellness programs consist of morning physical activity exercises (Tai-Chi and Zumba), basic English tutorials, literacy classes in Spanish, citizenship classes, computer classes, civic engagement, workshops on health and nutrition, self-esteem activities, health screenings, dance, arts and crafts, sewing, and field trips into the community.

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Spanish as a Second Language
Senior Centers
Citizenship Education
Food Pantries
English as a Second Language
Computer Literacy Training Programs

Home delivery of materials for those with a physical impairment which prohibits them from visiting the library. The library will mail the items with a receipt showing the date by which the items should be returned and a return mailing label will be enclosed.

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Public Internet Access Sites
Literacy Programs
Computer Literacy Training Programs
Library Services
Adult education including GED classes, adult basic education in reading and math, English as a Second Language (ESL), and other basic literacy needs. Free Amazon tablet program to each GED earner completing 40 hours of instruction, while funding lasts.

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English as a Second Language
Citizenship Education
Literacy Programs
Adult Basic Education
Computer Literacy Training Programs
High School Equivalency/GED Test Instruction
Provides access to books, movies, downloadable e-books, music and magazines, computers with internet access, and countless additional resources. Onsite services also include printing, copying and faxing, computer classes, as well as programs and events for all ages.

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Computer Literacy Training Programs
Library Services
Public Access Computers/Tools

Full service public lending library, reference, children's, videos, music cassettes/CDs, books on tape and CD, DVDs, online databases, and e-books. Internet access and wi-fi available. Computer labs. Free computer classes for youth, teens, and adults on MS Office software programs, internet surfing, internet job searching, and other classes; call or see website for details.

Programming for children, young adults, and adults.

Meeting rooms and study rooms are available at some locations.

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Literacy Programs
Library Services
Public Internet Access Sites
Computer Literacy Training Programs
Educational classes include citizenship, computer classes, and English as a Second Language.

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English as a Second Language
Citizenship Education
Computer Literacy Training Programs

Full service public lending library, reference, children's, videos, music cassettes/CDs, books on tape and CD, DVDs, online databases, and e-books. Internet access and wi-fi available. Computer labs. Free computer classes for youth, teens, and adults on MS Office software programs, internet surfing, internet job searching, and other classes; call or see website for details.

Programming for children, young adults, and adults.

Meeting rooms and study rooms are available at some locations.

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Literacy Programs
Library Services
Public Internet Access Sites
Computer Literacy Training Programs

Offers a variety of items available for check out, including books, DVDs, audio books, art prints, and a digital collection of databases, e-books, and e-audio, free public access computers, wireless Internet, readers advice and reference, and paid services such as printing, faxing, and copying, and passport services at the main library

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Library Services
Computer Literacy Training Programs
Public Access Computers/Tools

Provides full library access and services. Including a variety of computer classes on topics such as Microsoft Office software, internet basics, and more. Classes are available online and in person at no charge.

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Computer Literacy Training Programs
Public Internet Access Sites
Library Services

Full service public lending library, reference, children's, videos, music cassettes/CDs, books on tape and CD, DVDs, online databases, and e-books. Internet access and wi-fi available. Computer labs. Free computer classes for youth, teens, and adults on MS Office software programs, internet surfing, internet job searching, and other classes; call or see website for details.

Programming for children, young adults, and adults.

Meeting rooms and study rooms are available at some locations.

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Literacy Programs
Library Services
Public Internet Access Sites
Computer Literacy Training Programs

Offers basic computer skills, including getting on the internet, searching for jobs, opening an e-mail account and using Word to create a resume.

A work training program for low-income job seekers age 55 and over. SCSEP offers job counseling, job training and support to help individuals make the transition to permanent employment. Participants usually work 20 hours per week and receive no less than the current minimum wage. The goal of the program is to help participants develop their work capabilities and obtain permanent employment with the assigned host agency or in the private sector. The U.S. Department of Labor gives each organization or state an annual grant to pay for its SCSEP program.

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Computer Literacy Training Programs
Senior Community Service Employment Programs
Job Search/Placement

Provides equitable access and opportunities for economic success for underserved clients. Programs include job readiness, assisting with job placement and developing skills to aid in job retention, ELL, citizenship, computer skills, resume writing, networking, cultural transition support groups and peer discussions, effective parenting, education and coaching to enhance and promote financial literacy and long-term self-sufficiency, and other skills necessary to compete in the modern workplace.

The programs address the barriers impacting low income and refugee families and their ability to move along the self-sufficiency continuum. Barriers from employment discrimination, language barriers, poverty, family conflict, transportation, financial illiteracy, and much more. Programs and class offerings are designed to be flexible to fit individual needs, and include a "high touch" service model which is both culturally competent and language specific.

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Economic Self Sufficiency Programs
Eye Examinations
Parenting Skills Classes
Cultural Transition Counseling
Financial Literacy Training
Job Search/Placement
Computer Literacy Training Programs
Brailling/Document Modification services.

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Computer Literacy Training Programs
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Library services. Internet access available to the public. Computer classes.

Categories

Computer Literacy Training Programs
Public Internet Access Sites
Library Services

Provides individuals with soft-skills training, adult literacy courses, career readiness and advocacy assistance to provide underprepared job seekers with a path to employment. Services include, education and skills assessment, writing and math instruction, computer literacy, literacy tutoring, money management, GED preparation, career preparation and training.

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Prejob Guidance
High School Equivalency/GED Test Instruction
Computer Literacy Training Programs

Offers basic computer classes that cover fundamental topics such as how to use a computer, navigate the internet, manage a professional email account, and utilize basic software like Google Docs and Google Sheets.

Library services, public internet access, and computer classes.

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Computer Literacy Training Programs
Library Services
Public Internet Access Sites

Full service public lending library, reference, children's, videos, music cassettes/CDs, books on tape and CD, DVDs, online databases, and e-books. Internet access and wi-fi available. Computer labs. Free computer classes for youth, teens, and adults on MS Office software programs, internet surfing, internet job searching, and other classes; call or see website for details.

Programming for children, young adults, and adults.

Meeting rooms and study rooms are available at some locations.

Categories

Literacy Programs
Library Services
Public Internet Access Sites
Computer Literacy Training Programs

Full service public lending library, reference, children's, videos, music cassettes/CDs, books on tape and CD, DVDs, online databases, and e-books. Internet access and wi-fi available. Computer labs. Free computer classes for youth, teens, and adults on MS Office software programs, internet surfing, internet job searching, and other classes; call or see website for details.

Programming for children, young adults, and adults.

Meeting rooms and study rooms are available at some locations.

Categories

Literacy Programs
Library Services
Public Internet Access Sites
Computer Literacy Training Programs

Public library offering Internet access, free wi-fi, computer classes, and free access to Ancestry.com and FamilySearch. Provides books, e-books, audiobooks, DVDs, video games, board games, puzzles, cake pans, projectors, tables, chairs for loan; free meeting room space. Purchases books for patrons. Provides tax forms, fax, copy, scanning, laminating, and CD/DVD cleaning services. Search local obituaries and high school yearbooks on site. Laser cutter, heat press, and mug press available for free use; training available.

Reading at Home (RAH) door delivery program for homebound.

Activities include summer reading program, preschool story time, Library Beats program for toddlers, Friday Friends Playgroup on the second and fourth Fridays of the month for children birth to 5 years, bingo on the third Wednesday of the month for any ages, needlecraft club, monthly adult programs, and other special programs. Family craft days, family board game nights, video gaming, Anime Club, Lego Club, teen book club, D&D Club, Saturday morning cartoons, Trading Card Club, and other activities for youth and adults.

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Library Services
Public Internet Access Sites
Computer Literacy Training Programs

Provides education for computer literacy skills, including navigating digital spaces, Google workplace tools, finding employment, and advancing in careers. Classes are offered virtually and in-person. Some classes are held at the Community Service Center of Northern Champaign County. Please call for the latest information.