Queens Public Library Tech Lab at Queensbridge
Business and Technology Training by Queens Public Library’s Job & Business Academy
10-43 41st Ave, Long Island City, NY 11101
For more information or to register by phone for any of these programs, call 718-990-8625.
Master the Elements of Design with Adobe Illustrator
Learn the 10 basic elements of design in this hands-on Adobe Illustrator workshop. We'll use this professional software to understand how designers use principles like line, color, shape, texture, and typography in their work.
Thursday, May 23
5:45pm-7:30pm
Professional Headshots Photo Shoot
Breathe life into your LinkedIn profile with a professional headshot. Participants will get a five-minute headshot session with a professional photographer, and receive a high-res digital copy of their photo at the end of the session. Participants are required to register in advance. Dress for the job you want!
Thursday, May 30
3pm – 4pm
Queensbridge Community Science Project
Join us this summer as we observe our urban landscape more closely. Work with science educators in hands-on activities exploring air, water, and soil quality using science and technology tools. Connect with your neighbors and discuss solutions to indoor air quality, pathways for advocacy, and resources for continued monitoring of our community.
Saturdays, June 1 through July 20
1:30pm-4pm
Finding your Family History with Genealogy
Part 1: What is Genealogy? How was DNA research developed to find familial linkages? We'll look at the growing field and the way you can find your family history with it.
Part 2: Looking at the most popular Genealogy databases, we'll determine what information each provides. We'll also look at what other unforeseen consequences might arise from giving your DNA to these databases.
Saturdays, June 8, 15
12pm-1pm
Introduction to Smart Devices
Have you ever been tempted to buy a smart device for your home? This class will look at the different types of smart appliances available now and in the near future. We'll look at the pros and cons of having technology that is made to learn about us.
Monday, June 10
2pm-4pm
Web Development Summer Bootcamp: HTML
Join us this summer for a boot camp covering the fundamentals of web design. Topics include HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. The boot camp will span the course of 12 weeks in total. Students will learn the basics of web design and create their own personal portfolio that can be shown online.
Mondays, June 10, 17, 24
5:45pm-7:30pm
Digital Apps for Financial Health
There are many websites and apps that can help you keep track of your expenses and get your finances in order. We'll cover the digital apps that can help you best.
Monday, June 17
2pm-4pm
Register by Phone or in Person
Introduction to Email
In this introductory workshop, you will learn how to create an email account, how to log on, how to navigate your email account, how to send and receive email messages, and how to attach documents. It is recommended that you have basic mouse and keyboarding skills before the workshop.
Wednesday, June 19
5:45pm-7:30pm
Designing a Flyer in InDesign
Design eye-catching flyers for your event, business, or lost pet in this hands-on workshop. We'll explore basic features in Adobe InDesign to create a full-color flyer. Participants will leave this workshop with a hard copy of their design project.
Thursday, June 20
5:45pm-7:30pm
Make Your Own Nature Documentary with Adobe Premiere
Learn the basics of editing your own nature documentary with Adobe Premiere in this hands-on workshop series. Bring your own digital video files or download nature videos from an open source library and learn how to cut, transition, add a music bed, and color correct.
Saturdays, June 22, 29
11am-1pm
