Information Services

| Ask a Question |LINKS to Online Resources |
| Computer Classes | For the Reader|
| Wi-Fi | Notary Public & Fax Services |

Ask us a question!
  1. We'll find an answer or refer you to another source. Please be as specific as possible in order for us to respond to you quickly and accurately.
  2. We will get back to you usually within 2 business hours.
  3. Make sure you include your correct e-mail address and phone number.
  4. For in-depth research consider making an appointment with one of our Information Librarians. You can do this by calling 781-942-6703 and asking for the Information Desk.

Note: Filling out the form below will put you in touch with the Reading Public Library in Massachusetts.

If you would like to contact the Reading Public Library in Pennsylvania, please visit the contact page on their web site.

 

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Computer Classes - Learn to Love Your Computer
Reading Public Library offers free, hands-on classes on various computer and technology topics.

Computer Lab classes require patrons to know how to use a mouse. Novice computer users can use the Mouserobics tutorial to test and improve mousing skills, or can make a Netguide appointment for basic mouse training, in preparation for library classes.

For class details and to register, click on the [DETAILS/REGISTER] links below. You can also email , call 781-942-6703, or visit the library's Information Desk in person.

Can't make it to a scheduled class? Consider making an appointment with a Netguide for a one-on-one computer instruction session.

Fall 2007 Class Schedule

REGISTRATION FOR THE FALL SCHEDULE WILL OPEN MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 10.

  • Geek Out, Don't Freak Out! - Digital Cameras [DETAILS/REGISTER]
    Wednesday, September 19

  • Microsoft Word: Tables & Graphics [DETAILS/REGISTER]
    Basic mouse and Word skills *required*
    Wednesday, October 17

  • Microsoft Excel: Formats, Formulas, & Sorts [DETAILS/REGISTER]
    Basic mouse and Excel skills *required*
    Wednesday, November 7

  • Getting Started with eBay [DETAILS/REGISTER]
    Wednesday, November 28

  • All About the Web Q&A [DETAILS/REGISTER]
    Wednesday, December 12

Looking for beginner classes? Create your own customized class covering everything from basic mousing, computing, and internet to Word, Excel, and other programs, on your schedule, by making an appointment with a Netguide!

Have a suggestion for a class? Email .

SIPS
SIPS (Short, Interesting Program Series) is a presentation of speakers on a variety of topics from bathroom remodeling to hypnotherapy. Join us for lively talks and refreshments. SIPS will meet this year in the Library Meeting Room. Check the calendar for more information on dates and topics.
WiFi
If you have a laptop with a wireless card (802.11b or 802.11g), we have good news for you! The library offers free and accessible wireless access to Internet. Wi-Fi can be accessed from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. each day in our parking lot or in the library building during regular library hours.

Printing access will not be available via the wireless connection. Users may save their data on a floppy disk or jump drive and then use one of the library's computers to print. The wireless network is unsecured; therefore, wireless users should not transmit their credit card information, passwords and any other sensitive personal information while using any wireless "hot spot" in the library.

For more information on how to access Wi-Fi at the Reading Public Library, stop by the Information Desk.

Notary Public & Fax Services
All Reference librarians who work the Information Desk are licensed Notary Publics (which means that if we're open, we have a Notary Public at the ready), and can notarize documents for $1.00 per notarization/signature.

Types of documents librarians are unable to notarize include are wills, real estate closings, and specific types of financial documents. Please call in advance to verify that your document can be notarized at the library if you have any doubts.

We also provide fax sending services for $1.00 per page (cover pages, even if provided by us, count as a page). Unfortunately, we cannot receive faxes on your behalf.
 

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