Computer Classes at Main Library

All classes will be held in Main Library’s computer lab as noted, lasting approximately 60 minutes. They can be extended up to 90 minutes as each class may require more time Classes meet at 2:00 p.m. and are given in English and Spanish simultaneously.

Main Library Computer Class Schedule: Spring 2025

Hosted on select Wednesdays from 2:00 – 3:30 P.M.
*Registration is required. Please call 610-655-6355 or visit our Reference Desk at the Main Library to register.*

  • Wednesday, April 9 – Internet 1 – Basic Computer Skills
    Start building your digital literacy skills with the Reading Public Library and Northstar Digital Literacy. Northstar’s practice lessons will help you gain confidence and master skills. This class will feature guided instruction for Basic Internet Skills. Afterwards, you can take an assessment to test your knowledge and demonstrate your abilities and certification will be provided for those who pass the proctored assessment.
  • Wednesday, April 23 – Gmail and Google Tools
    Start building your digital literacy skills with the Reading Public Library and Northstar Digital Literacy. Northstar’s practice lessons will help you gain confidence and master skills. This class will feature guided instruction for Gmail and other Google Tools. Afterwards, you can take an assessment to test your knowledge and demonstrate your abilities and certification will be provided for those who pass the proctored assessment. Internet 1 Class required. Users must bring a cell phone that can receive text messages.
  • Wednesday, May 7 – Microsoft Word
    Start building your digital literacy skills with the Reading Public Library and Northstar Digital Literacy. Northstar’s practice lessons will help you gain confidence and master skills. This class will feature guided instruction for Microsoft Word. Afterwards, you can take an assessment to test your knowledge and demonstrate your abilities and certification will be provided for those who pass the proctored assessment. Internet 1 Class required.
  • Wednesday, May 21 – Microsoft Excel
    Start building your digital literacy skills with the Reading Public Library and Northstar Digital Literacy. Northstar’s practice lessons will help you gain confidence and master skills. This class will feature guided instruction for Microsoft Excel. Afterwards, you can take an assessment to test your knowledge and demonstrate your abilities and certification will be provided for those who pass the proctored assessment. Internet 1 Class required.


Questions? Contact Our
Reference Department
info@readingpubliclibrary.org
610-655-6355

*NEW FOR 2025*

Digital Literacy Tech Classes
for All Branches in 2025

 When: Fourth week of every month across all RPL branches.

*Registration is required, and commitment to the entire program is strongly encouraged.*

Classes begin in March 2025 with Digital Literacy Instructor Cid Espinal. You will learn:

  • How to Use Your Cellphone, Tablets & Computers
  • Video Calling & Emailing
  • Downloading & Using Apps
  • Online Privacy & Security

Please contact your local library branch to register for the program.

Main Library

100 S. 5th St. Reading, PA 19602
610-655-6355

Northeast Branch

1348 N. 11th St. Reading, PA 19604
610-655-6361

Northwest Branch

901 Schuylkill Ave. Reading, PA 19601
610-655-6360

Southeast Branch

1426 Perkiomen Ave. Reading, PA 19601
610-655-6362


Cid Espinal
Digital Literacy Instructor
cid.espinal@readingpubliclibrary.org
484.258.3493

Class Details

Internet Class I (Beginner Computer & Internet)

Start building your digital literacy skills with the Reading Public Library and Northstar Digital Literacy. Northstar’s practice lessons will help you gain confidence and master skills. This class will feature guided instruction for Basic Internet Skills. Afterwards, you can take an assessment to test your knowledge and demonstrate your abilities and certification will be provided for those who pass the proctored assessment. No computer experience required.

  1. Mouse & Keyboarding Basics – Learn to use and click a mouse; scrolling; online forms; and major keyboard controls
  2. Internet Searching – Introduction to the internet; use a web browser; clicking on hyperlinks, and basic Google searching
  3. Printing – How to print webpages
Internet Class III (Email)

Start building your digital literacy skills with the Reading Public Library and Northstar Digital Literacy. Northstar’s practice lessons will help you gain confidence and master skills. This class will feature guided instruction for Microsoft Excel. Afterwards, you can take an assessment to test your knowledge and demonstrate your abilities and certification will be provided for those who pass the proctored assessment. Internet 1 Class required. Please bring cell phone with texting capability to class.

  1. Creating a Google Email Account – Setup and use a free Google email account
  2. Using Your Email Account – Using Google email, Cc, Bcc, Attachments, Junk Mail
  3. Other Google Tools – Learn what other free products Google has to offer
Resume Class
  1. Creating a Resume with Word 2007
  2. Edit Resume
  3. Save Resume
Beginner Word Class

Start building your digital literacy skills with the Reading Public Library and Northstar Digital Literacy. Northstar’s practice lessons will help you gain confidence and master skills. This class will feature guided instruction for Microsoft Word. Afterwards, you can take an assessment to test your knowledge and demonstrate your abilities and certification will be provided for those who pass the proctored assessment. Internet 1 Class required.

Excel I Class

Start building your digital literacy skills with the Reading Public Library and Northstar Digital Literacy. Northstar’s practice lessons will help you gain confidence and master skills. This class will feature guided instruction for Microsoft Excel. Afterwards, you can take an assessment to test your knowledge and demonstrate your abilities and certification will be provided for those who pass the proctored assessment. Internet 1 Class required.

  1. Create Spreadsheets
  2. Manipulate & Present Data
  3. Save & Retrieve Spreadsheets
Career Search
    1. Find job search resources
    2. Determining skills
    3. Job fairs