Computers & Technology

Join us to learn useful strategies for getting the most out of emergent AI models. Topics will include practical prompt engineering, data safety and security, and cross-checking AI outputs. Attendees may bring their own devices (smart phone, tablet, or laptop) or use one provided by the library. The Natelli Community Room is located on the ground floor in Room 100.

Need help with your laptop, smartphone or tablet? This one-on-one help is completely free with no appointment needed. 

Need help with your laptop, smartphone or tablet? This one-on-one help is completely free with no appointment needed. 

Learn how to use AI thoughtfully, safely, and effectively. Presented by Walkersville Town Commissioner Jason Bryant.

Step aboard Frederick County Workforce Services' Mobile Career Center for personalized job search assistance and digital literacy support. Friendly FCWS staff are available to help with resumes, interview preparation, career exploration, technology skills, online job applications, and more to support you at every stage of your job search.

Step aboard Frederick County Workforce Services' Mobile Career Center for personalized job search assistance and digital literacy support. Friendly FCWS staff are available to help with resumes, interview preparation, career exploration, technology skills, online job applications, and more to support you at every stage of your job search.

Marina has moved to a new resource-sharing platform called ShareIT! Join us for an introduction and demonstration of the new platform. Bring your electronic devices to follow along!

The Online Job Search Skills workshop is designed to help participants confidently navigate the digital job market. This program focuses on the essential skills needed to search for and apply to jobs online, with hands-on guidance and practical strategies. Attendees are encouraged to bring their personal laptop or digital device. Participants will learn how to: Use popular job search websites like Indeed, LinkedIn, and state workforce portals Create and manage online job seeker profiles Set up job alerts and filter search results effectively Submit online applications and upload supporting documents Research companies and job openings online Recognize and avoid online job scams This program is ideal for anyone looking to sharpen their online job search skills and take full advantage of digital employment tools.

Want to expand your library skills? Wish to have more access to books, magazines, articles, and more? Learn what free resources are available to you through FCPL! Led by an FCPL librarian, explore the world of Libby - a free digital content catalog to download print and audio materials directly to your favorite device.  Help will be available to guide participants in downloading and browsing Libby and its digital materials on one main device per person.  Program will be held offsite at the Middletown 50+ Community Center (101 Prospect Street Middletown, MD 21769). 

Want to expand your library skills? Wish to have more access to books, magazines, articles, and more? Learn what free resources are available to you through FCPL! Led by an FCPL librarian, explore the world of Libby - a free digital content catalog to download print and audio materials directly to your favorite device.  Help will be available to guide participants in downloading and browsing Libby and its digital materials on one main device per person.  Program will be held offsite at the Middletown 50+ Community Center (101 Prospect Street Middletown, MD 21769). 

Get tips on how to secure (and keep track of) your passwords, know which permissions to turn off, and spot warning signs before you click with Ryan Miner of Sentinel Silver. We’ll learn the settings and habits to keep your information private in a friendly, casual environment!   The Small Conference Room is located on the second floor in Room 302. 

Ryan Miner from Sentinel Silver will walk through how to fix too-small text, disruptive notifications, and confusing safety features to make your device finally actually work for you. Bring your own phone and get your questions answered in a friendly, casual environment!   The Small Conference Room is located on the second floor in Room 302. 

Join us for an afternoon of Minecraft creation. This program is for elementary age children who are ready to have fun crafting a world together.

Join us for an afternoon of Minecraft creation. This program is for elementary age children who are ready to have fun crafting a world together.

Next Steps is a drop-in reengagement and support program for youth and young adults ages 14–24 who may be feeling stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about their next steps in education, career, or life planning. Hosted at the library on Tuesdays and Thursdays, the program offers a welcoming, low-barrier, and low-pressure environment where participants can ask questions, receive individualized support, and explore pathways forward. Participants can receive assistance with schoolwork, goal-setting, and future planning, whether that includes reengaging in school, preparing for graduation or a GED, exploring career interests, building job readiness skills, or connecting to employment, training, or mentoring opportunities. The program emphasizes relationship-building, confidence development, and removing barriers, while helping young people take practical, achievable steps toward education and career success. Next Steps is led by the City of Frederick’s Reengagement Program Manager and serves as an early phase of the City’s broader youth reengagement efforts, supporting opportunity youth while laying the groundwork for the City’s planned youth center opening in 2028.

Next Steps is a drop-in reengagement and support program for youth and young adults ages 14–24 who may be feeling stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about their next steps in education, career, or life planning. Hosted at the library on Tuesdays and Thursdays, the program offers a welcoming, low-barrier, and low-pressure environment where participants can ask questions, receive individualized support, and explore pathways forward. Participants can receive assistance with schoolwork, goal-setting, and future planning, whether that includes reengaging in school, preparing for graduation or a GED, exploring career interests, building job readiness skills, or connecting to employment, training, or mentoring opportunities. The program emphasizes relationship-building, confidence development, and removing barriers, while helping young people take practical, achievable steps toward education and career success. Next Steps is led by the City of Frederick’s Reengagement Program Manager and serves as an early phase of the City’s broader youth reengagement efforts, supporting opportunity youth while laying the groundwork for the City’s planned youth center opening in 2028.

Next Steps is a drop-in reengagement and support program for youth and young adults ages 14–24 who may be feeling stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about their next steps in education, career, or life planning. Hosted at the library on Tuesdays and Thursdays, the program offers a welcoming, low-barrier, and low-pressure environment where participants can ask questions, receive individualized support, and explore pathways forward. Participants can receive assistance with schoolwork, goal-setting, and future planning, whether that includes reengaging in school, preparing for graduation or a GED, exploring career interests, building job readiness skills, or connecting to employment, training, or mentoring opportunities. The program emphasizes relationship-building, confidence development, and removing barriers, while helping young people take practical, achievable steps toward education and career success. Next Steps is led by the City of Frederick’s Reengagement Program Manager and serves as an early phase of the City’s broader youth reengagement efforts, supporting opportunity youth while laying the groundwork for the City’s planned youth center opening in 2028.

Next Steps is a drop-in reengagement and support program for youth and young adults ages 14–24 who may be feeling stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about their next steps in education, career, or life planning. Hosted at the library on Tuesdays and Thursdays, the program offers a welcoming, low-barrier, and low-pressure environment where participants can ask questions, receive individualized support, and explore pathways forward. Participants can receive assistance with schoolwork, goal-setting, and future planning, whether that includes reengaging in school, preparing for graduation or a GED, exploring career interests, building job readiness skills, or connecting to employment, training, or mentoring opportunities. The program emphasizes relationship-building, confidence development, and removing barriers, while helping young people take practical, achievable steps toward education and career success. Next Steps is led by the City of Frederick’s Reengagement Program Manager and serves as an early phase of the City’s broader youth reengagement efforts, supporting opportunity youth while laying the groundwork for the City’s planned youth center opening in 2028.

Next Steps is a drop-in reengagement and support program for youth and young adults ages 14–24 who may be feeling stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about their next steps in education, career, or life planning. Hosted at the library on Tuesdays and Thursdays, the program offers a welcoming, low-barrier, and low-pressure environment where participants can ask questions, receive individualized support, and explore pathways forward. Participants can receive assistance with schoolwork, goal-setting, and future planning, whether that includes reengaging in school, preparing for graduation or a GED, exploring career interests, building job readiness skills, or connecting to employment, training, or mentoring opportunities. The program emphasizes relationship-building, confidence development, and removing barriers, while helping young people take practical, achievable steps toward education and career success. Next Steps is led by the City of Frederick’s Reengagement Program Manager and serves as an early phase of the City’s broader youth reengagement efforts, supporting opportunity youth while laying the groundwork for the City’s planned youth center opening in 2028.

Next Steps is a drop-in reengagement and support program for youth and young adults ages 14–24 who may be feeling stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about their next steps in education, career, or life planning. Hosted at the library on Tuesdays and Thursdays, the program offers a welcoming, low-barrier, and low-pressure environment where participants can ask questions, receive individualized support, and explore pathways forward. Participants can receive assistance with schoolwork, goal-setting, and future planning, whether that includes reengaging in school, preparing for graduation or a GED, exploring career interests, building job readiness skills, or connecting to employment, training, or mentoring opportunities. The program emphasizes relationship-building, confidence development, and removing barriers, while helping young people take practical, achievable steps toward education and career success. Next Steps is led by the City of Frederick’s Reengagement Program Manager and serves as an early phase of the City’s broader youth reengagement efforts, supporting opportunity youth while laying the groundwork for the City’s planned youth center opening in 2028.

Next Steps is a drop-in reengagement and support program for youth and young adults ages 14–24 who may be feeling stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about their next steps in education, career, or life planning. Hosted at the library on Tuesdays and Thursdays, the program offers a welcoming, low-barrier, and low-pressure environment where participants can ask questions, receive individualized support, and explore pathways forward. Participants can receive assistance with schoolwork, goal-setting, and future planning, whether that includes reengaging in school, preparing for graduation or a GED, exploring career interests, building job readiness skills, or connecting to employment, training, or mentoring opportunities. The program emphasizes relationship-building, confidence development, and removing barriers, while helping young people take practical, achievable steps toward education and career success. Next Steps is led by the City of Frederick’s Reengagement Program Manager and serves as an early phase of the City’s broader youth reengagement efforts, supporting opportunity youth while laying the groundwork for the City’s planned youth center opening in 2028.

Next Steps is a drop-in reengagement and support program for youth and young adults ages 14–24 who may be feeling stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about their next steps in education, career, or life planning. Hosted at the library on Tuesdays and Thursdays, the program offers a welcoming, low-barrier, and low-pressure environment where participants can ask questions, receive individualized support, and explore pathways forward. Participants can receive assistance with schoolwork, goal-setting, and future planning, whether that includes reengaging in school, preparing for graduation or a GED, exploring career interests, building job readiness skills, or connecting to employment, training, or mentoring opportunities. The program emphasizes relationship-building, confidence development, and removing barriers, while helping young people take practical, achievable steps toward education and career success. Next Steps is led by the City of Frederick’s Reengagement Program Manager and serves as an early phase of the City’s broader youth reengagement efforts, supporting opportunity youth while laying the groundwork for the City’s planned youth center opening in 2028.

Next Steps is a drop-in reengagement and support program for youth and young adults ages 14–24 who may be feeling stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about their next steps in education, career, or life planning. Hosted at the library on Tuesdays and Thursdays, the program offers a welcoming, low-barrier, and low-pressure environment where participants can ask questions, receive individualized support, and explore pathways forward. Participants can receive assistance with schoolwork, goal-setting, and future planning, whether that includes reengaging in school, preparing for graduation or a GED, exploring career interests, building job readiness skills, or connecting to employment, training, or mentoring opportunities. The program emphasizes relationship-building, confidence development, and removing barriers, while helping young people take practical, achievable steps toward education and career success. Next Steps is led by the City of Frederick’s Reengagement Program Manager and serves as an early phase of the City’s broader youth reengagement efforts, supporting opportunity youth while laying the groundwork for the City’s planned youth center opening in 2028.

Next Steps is a drop-in reengagement and support program for youth and young adults ages 14–24 who may be feeling stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about their next steps in education, career, or life planning. Hosted at the library on Tuesdays and Thursdays, the program offers a welcoming, low-barrier, and low-pressure environment where participants can ask questions, receive individualized support, and explore pathways forward. Participants can receive assistance with schoolwork, goal-setting, and future planning, whether that includes reengaging in school, preparing for graduation or a GED, exploring career interests, building job readiness skills, or connecting to employment, training, or mentoring opportunities. The program emphasizes relationship-building, confidence development, and removing barriers, while helping young people take practical, achievable steps toward education and career success. Next Steps is led by the City of Frederick’s Reengagement Program Manager and serves as an early phase of the City’s broader youth reengagement efforts, supporting opportunity youth while laying the groundwork for the City’s planned youth center opening in 2028.

Next Steps is a drop-in reengagement and support program for youth and young adults ages 14–24 who may be feeling stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about their next steps in education, career, or life planning. Hosted at the library on Tuesdays and Thursdays, the program offers a welcoming, low-barrier, and low-pressure environment where participants can ask questions, receive individualized support, and explore pathways forward. Participants can receive assistance with schoolwork, goal-setting, and future planning, whether that includes reengaging in school, preparing for graduation or a GED, exploring career interests, building job readiness skills, or connecting to employment, training, or mentoring opportunities. The program emphasizes relationship-building, confidence development, and removing barriers, while helping young people take practical, achievable steps toward education and career success. Next Steps is led by the City of Frederick’s Reengagement Program Manager and serves as an early phase of the City’s broader youth reengagement efforts, supporting opportunity youth while laying the groundwork for the City’s planned youth center opening in 2028.

Next Steps is a drop-in reengagement and support program for youth and young adults ages 14–24 who may be feeling stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about their next steps in education, career, or life planning. Hosted at the library on Tuesdays and Thursdays, the program offers a welcoming, low-barrier, and low-pressure environment where participants can ask questions, receive individualized support, and explore pathways forward. Participants can receive assistance with schoolwork, goal-setting, and future planning, whether that includes reengaging in school, preparing for graduation or a GED, exploring career interests, building job readiness skills, or connecting to employment, training, or mentoring opportunities. The program emphasizes relationship-building, confidence development, and removing barriers, while helping young people take practical, achievable steps toward education and career success. Next Steps is led by the City of Frederick’s Reengagement Program Manager and serves as an early phase of the City’s broader youth reengagement efforts, supporting opportunity youth while laying the groundwork for the City’s planned youth center opening in 2028.

Next Steps is a drop-in reengagement and support program for youth and young adults ages 14–24 who may be feeling stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about their next steps in education, career, or life planning. Hosted at the library on Tuesdays and Thursdays, the program offers a welcoming, low-barrier, and low-pressure environment where participants can ask questions, receive individualized support, and explore pathways forward. Participants can receive assistance with schoolwork, goal-setting, and future planning, whether that includes reengaging in school, preparing for graduation or a GED, exploring career interests, building job readiness skills, or connecting to employment, training, or mentoring opportunities. The program emphasizes relationship-building, confidence development, and removing barriers, while helping young people take practical, achievable steps toward education and career success. Next Steps is led by the City of Frederick’s Reengagement Program Manager and serves as an early phase of the City’s broader youth reengagement efforts, supporting opportunity youth while laying the groundwork for the City’s planned youth center opening in 2028.

Next Steps is a drop-in reengagement and support program for youth and young adults ages 14–24 who may be feeling stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about their next steps in education, career, or life planning. Hosted at the library on Tuesdays and Thursdays, the program offers a welcoming, low-barrier, and low-pressure environment where participants can ask questions, receive individualized support, and explore pathways forward. Participants can receive assistance with schoolwork, goal-setting, and future planning, whether that includes reengaging in school, preparing for graduation or a GED, exploring career interests, building job readiness skills, or connecting to employment, training, or mentoring opportunities. The program emphasizes relationship-building, confidence development, and removing barriers, while helping young people take practical, achievable steps toward education and career success. Next Steps is led by the City of Frederick’s Reengagement Program Manager and serves as an early phase of the City’s broader youth reengagement efforts, supporting opportunity youth while laying the groundwork for the City’s planned youth center opening in 2028.

Next Steps is a drop-in reengagement and support program for youth and young adults ages 14–24 who may be feeling stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about their next steps in education, career, or life planning. Hosted at the library on Tuesdays and Thursdays, the program offers a welcoming, low-barrier, and low-pressure environment where participants can ask questions, receive individualized support, and explore pathways forward. Participants can receive assistance with schoolwork, goal-setting, and future planning, whether that includes reengaging in school, preparing for graduation or a GED, exploring career interests, building job readiness skills, or connecting to employment, training, or mentoring opportunities. The program emphasizes relationship-building, confidence development, and removing barriers, while helping young people take practical, achievable steps toward education and career success. Next Steps is led by the City of Frederick’s Reengagement Program Manager and serves as an early phase of the City’s broader youth reengagement efforts, supporting opportunity youth while laying the groundwork for the City’s planned youth center opening in 2028.

Next Steps is a drop-in reengagement and support program for youth and young adults ages 14–24 who may be feeling stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about their next steps in education, career, or life planning. Hosted at the library on Tuesdays and Thursdays, the program offers a welcoming, low-barrier, and low-pressure environment where participants can ask questions, receive individualized support, and explore pathways forward. Participants can receive assistance with schoolwork, goal-setting, and future planning, whether that includes reengaging in school, preparing for graduation or a GED, exploring career interests, building job readiness skills, or connecting to employment, training, or mentoring opportunities. The program emphasizes relationship-building, confidence development, and removing barriers, while helping young people take practical, achievable steps toward education and career success. Next Steps is led by the City of Frederick’s Reengagement Program Manager and serves as an early phase of the City’s broader youth reengagement efforts, supporting opportunity youth while laying the groundwork for the City’s planned youth center opening in 2028.

Next Steps is a drop-in reengagement and support program for youth and young adults ages 14–24 who may be feeling stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about their next steps in education, career, or life planning. Hosted at the library on Tuesdays and Thursdays, the program offers a welcoming, low-barrier, and low-pressure environment where participants can ask questions, receive individualized support, and explore pathways forward. Participants can receive assistance with schoolwork, goal-setting, and future planning, whether that includes reengaging in school, preparing for graduation or a GED, exploring career interests, building job readiness skills, or connecting to employment, training, or mentoring opportunities. The program emphasizes relationship-building, confidence development, and removing barriers, while helping young people take practical, achievable steps toward education and career success. Next Steps is led by the City of Frederick’s Reengagement Program Manager and serves as an early phase of the City’s broader youth reengagement efforts, supporting opportunity youth while laying the groundwork for the City’s planned youth center opening in 2028.

Next Steps is a drop-in reengagement and support program for youth and young adults ages 14–24 who may be feeling stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about their next steps in education, career, or life planning. Hosted at the library on Tuesdays and Thursdays, the program offers a welcoming, low-barrier, and low-pressure environment where participants can ask questions, receive individualized support, and explore pathways forward. Participants can receive assistance with schoolwork, goal-setting, and future planning, whether that includes reengaging in school, preparing for graduation or a GED, exploring career interests, building job readiness skills, or connecting to employment, training, or mentoring opportunities. The program emphasizes relationship-building, confidence development, and removing barriers, while helping young people take practical, achievable steps toward education and career success. Next Steps is led by the City of Frederick’s Reengagement Program Manager and serves as an early phase of the City’s broader youth reengagement efforts, supporting opportunity youth while laying the groundwork for the City’s planned youth center opening in 2028.

Next Steps is a drop-in reengagement and support program for youth and young adults ages 14–24 who may be feeling stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about their next steps in education, career, or life planning. Hosted at the library on Tuesdays and Thursdays, the program offers a welcoming, low-barrier, and low-pressure environment where participants can ask questions, receive individualized support, and explore pathways forward. Participants can receive assistance with schoolwork, goal-setting, and future planning, whether that includes reengaging in school, preparing for graduation or a GED, exploring career interests, building job readiness skills, or connecting to employment, training, or mentoring opportunities. The program emphasizes relationship-building, confidence development, and removing barriers, while helping young people take practical, achievable steps toward education and career success. Next Steps is led by the City of Frederick’s Reengagement Program Manager and serves as an early phase of the City’s broader youth reengagement efforts, supporting opportunity youth while laying the groundwork for the City’s planned youth center opening in 2028.

Next Steps is a drop-in reengagement and support program for youth and young adults ages 14–24 who may be feeling stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about their next steps in education, career, or life planning. Hosted at the library on Tuesdays and Thursdays, the program offers a welcoming, low-barrier, and low-pressure environment where participants can ask questions, receive individualized support, and explore pathways forward. Participants can receive assistance with schoolwork, goal-setting, and future planning, whether that includes reengaging in school, preparing for graduation or a GED, exploring career interests, building job readiness skills, or connecting to employment, training, or mentoring opportunities. The program emphasizes relationship-building, confidence development, and removing barriers, while helping young people take practical, achievable steps toward education and career success. Next Steps is led by the City of Frederick’s Reengagement Program Manager and serves as an early phase of the City’s broader youth reengagement efforts, supporting opportunity youth while laying the groundwork for the City’s planned youth center opening in 2028.

Next Steps is a drop-in reengagement and support program for youth and young adults ages 14–24 who may be feeling stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about their next steps in education, career, or life planning. Hosted at the library on Tuesdays and Thursdays, the program offers a welcoming, low-barrier, and low-pressure environment where participants can ask questions, receive individualized support, and explore pathways forward. Participants can receive assistance with schoolwork, goal-setting, and future planning, whether that includes reengaging in school, preparing for graduation or a GED, exploring career interests, building job readiness skills, or connecting to employment, training, or mentoring opportunities. The program emphasizes relationship-building, confidence development, and removing barriers, while helping young people take practical, achievable steps toward education and career success. Next Steps is led by the City of Frederick’s Reengagement Program Manager and serves as an early phase of the City’s broader youth reengagement efforts, supporting opportunity youth while laying the groundwork for the City’s planned youth center opening in 2028.

Need help with your laptop, smartphone or tablet? This one-on-one help is completely free with no appointment needed. This program takes place at the Thurmont Senior Center, 806 E Main Street, Thurmont. 

Looking for a fun way to spend your afternoon? Whether you're into crafting, gaming, or both, this is the perfect opportunity to relax, hang out, and make new friends in a creative and friendly environment!