FREE OPEN LABS

The TechAge Learning Center is open to all adults 45+ from Noon until 2PM Monday, through Friday (subject to change). Use our computers - no charge! Open to the public!

iPad Tuesdays!

Get help using your iPad on Tuesdays and Thursdays from noon till 2pm. Bring it in to our computer learning center for free help.

NEWSLETTER

Sign up for our free newsletter here.  We'll let you know about upcoming events! Check out prior seminars.

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FREE CLINIC

For TechAge recent students: Is your computer acting up? Our "Ask the Pro's" computer clinic will have sessions each Wednesday from 12P until 2P

 The clinic is really a free technical clinic for students who have taken a course in the past year. Bring in your ailing computer (just the main processor, not the monitor/printer).  Or just come in to talk over technical topics with our knowledgeable personnel.  Our pros solve most problems while you wait.

TechAge Adult Computer Learning Center

Computer classes for adults, taught by adults. Plus, free seminars for everyone! 

New TechAge iPad Classes for MAY have been announced!  Learn more about how to unleash the secrets of your iPad in these astounding popular courses.  Click here to learn more.

Spring/Summer 2013 Courses are now posted!  Check out your favorite courses here!  Call, and talk over what you might enjoy the most.  Plus, ask about our new Friends and Family Discount. Take a class with a friend or family member and get $10 off your class.

Do you feel left behind behind by the computer and internet revolution? With our easy training, you can:

• prepare for volunteer assignments or jobs
• keep your computer running smoothly
• organize, clean-up and send digital photos
• send e-mail to your friends, children and grandchildren.
• write letters and learn how the computer can save time.
• find loads of information and entertainment on the web

Do you know what others mean when they talk about "Googling?  We will not only tell you what they mean, we'll have you Googling, too!

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Norma Holland of WHAM interviews TechAge team members Joel Elias and Marie DiLima about why TechAge is such an enjoyable place to learn.

Why TechAge?  We are truly unique.  We are geared to help adults easily learn the computer.  How?  all instructors are also adults, so we know what works:

• small classes - ten or fewer students
• individual instruction by other adults
• user friendly equipment, employing the latest Windows 7 software

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What courses do we offer? Note that all courses are not offered every quarter.  
      Introduction to Computers  Learn the skills needed to get comfortable with a computer. Understand the tools and your way around a computer. By the end of this class, you’ll be “surfing the Internet”, sharing e-mail and using word processing and spreadsheet applications. For Windows 7/Vista users.
      Introduction to Computers II Ready to take the next step or need a refresher? Build on the basic skills taught in “Introduction to Computers” to help you get even more comfortable with your computer and take better advantage of the tools it offers you. Learn more about Windows features, working with programs and files, personalizing your computer and using Internet and e-mail tools. For Windows 7/Vista users.
     File Management  Ever lost a file on your computer or couldn’t find a file that you know you had saved? This 4-lesson course will show you how to save and organize files and folders on your computer so that you can find them when you need them. You’ll learn to create a workable, efficient file system, save files into folders, move files, protect your files and more.
      Using Microsoft Word 2007/2010 is an eight-class course based upon Microsoft Word 2007 program.   Students will learn how to open a document and type a letter using advanced techniques.  You'll learn how to do mass mailings, and more.
      Microsoft Office:  At home or at work, Microsoft Office gives you the tools you need to do everyday tasks quickly and efficiently. You will learn the most essential features of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint to create professional looking documents, track finances, build budgets, create interesting presentations and more.
      Take Control of Windows is an eight-session course. Learn the major parts of Windows 7 and Vista. Learn to use new features along with how to organize files into folders, find files on your computer; customize the Start Menu, Desktop and Taskbar; add/remove programs and update Windows. 
      Introduction to Digital Photography  This eight-session course introduces you to digital photography and the many wonderful things you can do with digital photographs. Digital cameras are provided for use in class or you bring your own.
      Digital Photo Editing - Digital photographers - this course is an introduction to the basic features and functions of this sophisticated image-editing software. The course covers the software Downloader and Organizer features, the Toolbox's basic editing tools plus the "Quick Fix", "Guided Edit" and Full Edit functions
      Using Microsoft Excel 2007/2010 Learn how a spreadsheet can make it easy to create and maintain a budget, monitor investments, checking account activity, or create a club treasurers report. You will also learn how to build and edit worksheets and create formulas which automatically update your numbers.



WROC TV8
Maureen McGuire of WROC TV-8, presented the “Golden Givers" award to TechAge at the Learning Center. TechAge leader Joel Elias accepts it on behalf of all the great TechAge volunteers.  See video here.        Internet and Email is an eight-class course with emphasis on e-mail and the web. Communicate with friends and family around the world with e-mail and access the wealth of useful information available on the World-Wide-Web.
      Digital Photo Projects - Use your own photos to create projects, restore damaged photos, and edit problem photos. 
      Google: If it's out there on the Internet, you'll be able to find it after taking our Google course.  Amazing!  This is a four session course.
      Enjoy More of the Web Your computer is your window on the world, open it wide! Explore interesting topics, activities and projects to print at home in this 4-lesson course. We’ll be using Google for more than searching, discover missing money you might have overlooked, and create greeting cards to print at home.

Who are we?   We are a group of dedicated volunteers interested in passing on our computer skills to senior citizens 45 years old and older. There are many perks in volunteering, including meeting great people.  You do not need to be a computer whiz to volunteer.  Click here to download a volunteer application in PDF format.

Where are classes held?  

Classes are held in the TechAge Learning Center located at the Jewish Community Center of Greater Rochester,  1200 Edgewood Avenue in Rochester. Directions. The classroom has ten high-performance computers, with the bright and clear new LCD displays.  There is one computer for each student. Our computers use both the Windows 7 or Windows 8 operating system, depending on the course.  We do not teach the Macintosh computer. However, sign up for our newsletter and learn about special iPad classes.

Look for the sign on Edgewood for the JCC.	There's ample parking for students close to the classroom.	TechAge is a program of the JCC of Greater Rochester which also offers a restaurant, fitness center and other facilities.

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When are classes scheduled?   Each course normally meets for two hours, once per week, in the morning, afternoon or evening.  For the day-by-day schedule of activities at the Learning Center see the course schedules.  

How much do classes cost?   Class prices range from $40 to $75. No other membership is required to take classes. 

How can you get more information?   
      Call us at 585-461-2000 ext. 4 to request a brochure, be added to our mailing list, or get further information.
 
      Or, write us at:
            TechAge Adult Computer Learning Center of Rochester at the JCC
            Jewish Community Center of Greater Rochester
            1200 Edgewood Avenue
            Rochester, NY 14618

Or, go to our Contact TechAge page, and complete the simple form.

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