2 pm in the BCC, Upper Level
Improve your basic computer skills. Use our laptops or bring your own! In the first half of this session, we will introduce the parts of the computer, identify and use essential keys on the keyboard, and work on mouse skills . During the second half, we will practice skills identified by participants in the sign up survey. Tell us what you're interested in learning, and we'll do our best to address your learning needs! Registration is required.

10 am in the BCC, Upper Level
Need hands-on help with your smartphone, tablet, laptop or e-reader? Trying to download an app or program and getting stuck? Interested in using Zoom or Skype but nervous about getting started? Want to use free library media resources like eBooks and audiobooks from Libby? Sign up for a thirty-minute Device Advice session for in person assistance. Bring your personal tablet, laptop, smartphone, or e-reader with you. Make sure you have all passwords you might need during the session. Registration is required.

10 am in the BCC, Upper Level
Need hands-on help with your smartphone, tablet, laptop or e-reader? Trying to download an app or program and getting stuck? Interested in using Zoom or Skype but nervous about getting started? Want to use free library media resources like eBooks and audiobooks from Libby? Sign up for a thirty-minute Device Advice session for in person assistance. Bring your personal tablet, laptop, smartphone, or e-reader with you. Make sure you have all passwords you might need during the session. Registration is required.

10 am in the BCC, Upper Level
Need hands-on help with your smartphone, tablet, laptop or e-reader? Trying to download an app or program and getting stuck? Interested in using Zoom or Skype but nervous about getting started? Want to use free library media resources like eBooks and audiobooks from Libby? Sign up for a thirty-minute Device Advice session for in person assistance. Bring your personal tablet, laptop, smartphone, or e-reader with you. Make sure you have all passwords you might need during the session. Registration is required.

6 pm Small Meeting Room, Lower Level
Join John Reid, Housing Counselor, Sue Dunfee, Housing Program Specialist, and Mikayla Kitchen, Community Redevelopment Specialist in an exploration of the many programs and opportunities offered through the Housing and Redevelopment Authorities of Cumberland County - CCHRA. Bring your questions and find out about eligibility, the application process and more.

The group will have a table display set up in the lower lobby from Oct. 23 - 26 as well. 

6:30 pm Small Meeting Room, Lower Level
If you are struggling because someone you care about is suffering from a mental health condition, you are not alone. The National Alliance on Mental Illness has a Central Pennsylvania volunteer led support group for family members, significant others and friends of people with mental health challenges. All are welcome to drop in to share experiences and learn about resources to help better understand the issues you face. (www.nami.org).

6:30 pm Small Meeting Room, Lower Level  *PROGRAM CANCELED*
If you are struggling because someone you care about is suffering from a mental health condition, you are not alone. The National Alliance on Mental Illness has a Central Pennsylvania volunteer led support group for family members, significant others and friends of people with mental health challenges. All are welcome to drop in to share experiences and learn about resources to help better understand the issues you face. (www.nami.org).

7 pm Small Meeting Room, Lower Level
Join hobby enthusiasts, Dana Sadarananda and Peter Espoda, as they introduce participants to the world of scale modeling. They will review the tools, kits available, subject matter and more to get you started. Sample builds will be on hand to further wow participants. New builders, young and old, are welcome! Register in person or by calling the library.

7 pm in the Community Room, Lower Level
Adult English language learners can practice conversational English in a safe and welcoming environment. The one-hour weekly sessions will be held from 7 pm – 8 pm and are led by a trained volunteer teacher. Registration is required. To register call, text or whats app Katie Martin-Momose at Catholic Charities 717.329.6139; kmartin@cchbg.org.

7 pm in the Community Room, Lower Level
Fredricksen Library has teamed up with Penn State Master Gardeners of Cumberland County to bring you a series of workshops about creating a garden while preserving a healthy environment. This month's topic is Winter Seed Sowing. Penn State Master Gardener Jane Shull will provide best practices and tips for creating a beautiful garden of native and pollinator-friendly plants through winter seed sowing, a no-fuss planting method in milk jugs or other containers in the fall. Learn about seed selection, soil, containers, sowing techniques, transplant care, and more. Jane will have numerous seeds from her garden to share so you can have a bounty of new plants for your spring garden.

$5.00 fee. Register online or call Penn State Extension Registration Services toll-free at 1-877-345-0691. Walk-ins will be accepted if space is available.