Senior Planet at Superior Public Library

 

 

Superior Public Library is licensed to offer courses through Senior Planet, the flagship program of Older Adults Technology Services (OATS) from AARP.

 

Thanks to the generous financial support from the Rotary Club of Superior, the library offers free technology classes on a variety of topics including online privacy, artificial intelligence, digital genealogy resources, mindfulness, smartphone photography, using MyChart, and fitness apps --- plus many more!

 

 

Senior Planet programs are designed to enable older adults to come together and find ways to learn, work, create, exercise, and thrive in today’s digital age. Classes are free of charge and intended for learners age 55+.

Is there a tech topic you'd like to learn more about? Email your suggestion to Leslie Mehle (mehlel@superiorlibrary.org) and we'll do our best to make it happen! We strive to provide program opportunities that meet the needs of our community.

 

 

 

 

 

Upcoming Senior Planet Classes:

 

Unless otherwise noted, all classes are held at Superior Public Library.

 

Thursday, August 13 (2:00 p.m.) Google Maps
  • Visit sites around the world from the comfort of your home, get a bird’s-eye-view of your childhood neighborhood, or simply get directions to your friend’s house! Google Maps is a mapping application that offers satellite imagery, street maps, and street-view perspectives. It also has a route planner for your preferred transportation method, be it foot, car, bicycle or public transportation. During this lecture, you’ll get an introduction to the platform and a demonstration of how to use it.
Thursday, August 20 (2:00 p.m.) Technology for Aging in Place
  • In this lecture, you’ll learn how home assistants, smart appliances, and wearables can save you time and money, help you manage health conditions, and even give you greater peace of mind. We’ll also discuss best practices for maintaining your privacy and security when using this technology.

Thursday August 27 (2:00 p.m.) Intro to Smartphone Photography

  • Interested in learning more about your smartphone camera? In this lecture, we’ll discuss common camera icons on Android and iPhone devices, simple editing tools, managing and sharing your photos, and editing date and location details on your phone. We’ll also go over how to check your camera settings so that it can scan QR codes.