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The following list contains programs that matched your search, sorted by program types and date from 9/5/2012 to 10/20/2012.

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Microsoft Word Basics
Create, edit and save a document in Microsoft Word 2007. Designed for adults with some computer experience but little or no previous word processing experience. Registration is required. Audience: Adults, Teens (12-18)

Resume & Job Search Assistance
One-on-one sessions for resume help and assistance with job search strategies. Please bring a printed copy of current or partial resume. No advance registration required. Sign in at Reference Desk at 5:15 p.m. Audience: Adults

Employability Labs
This is the first day of a 12-session workshop where you will develop skills and strategies for entering or reentering the workforce. Participants are encouraged to attend all 12 sessions. Audience: Adults

Excel Basics (2007)
Create a simple worksheet using Microsoft's Excel 2007. Participants must be comfortable with working in the Windows environment. Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word would also be helpful. Audience: Adults

Explore & Discover: Artist
Find out what career path you might want to take. Learn more about what it takes to be an artist with successful local painter, Sharon Dowell. Audience: Teens (12-18)

CANCELLED: Getting a Job 101: exploreWork with Randstad US
This 7 part workshop, presented by Joey Paquette & Andrea Segraves of Randstad US, will teach you how to create a resume, search and apply for jobs, and prepare for your dream career. Audience: Teens (12-18)

Employability Labs
This is a continuation of a series started on 9/11/2012. If room is available, new students are accepted. Call for more information or to register: 704-416-0500. Audience: Adults

Excel II (2007)
This workshop is a follow up to the introductory class. After a review of the basics, we will discuss formulas, functions, modifying a spreadsheet and charts and graphs. Registration preference is given to those who attend Excel Basics. Audience: Adults

NC State Retirement Seminar
NC State Retirement Seminar presented by the NC Treasury Department. Please visit https://www.nctreasurer.com/Retirement-and-Savings/Managing-My-Retirement/Pages/Retirement-Planning-Conferences.aspx for details. Audience: Adults

Online Job Searching for Beginners
Emphasis will be placed on those skills needed to successfully navigate the online job application. Audience: Adults

Product Photography for eBay, Craigslist, Etsy and Other Online Markets
A good product shot will entice someone to buy that item. Find out how to photograph an item so that it is presented in the best possible fashion at this informative program presented by an experienced eBay marketer. Audience: Adults, Teens (12-18)

Job Help: Resume Writing
Creating your résumé is the first step to getting a job. Learn exactly what goes into this important document and start your career search off on the right foot. Audience: Adults

Computer Basics Part I
Get a basic overview of computer terms and concepts in this class for adults with little or no previous computer experience. Audience: Adults

Secrets of a Successful Resume
Does your resume convey the right message about you? Find out how to make your resume stand out from the crowd and get you noticed. Audience: Adults, Teens (12-18)

Computer Basics Part II
Get hands-on practice using a computer, keyboard and mouse in this class for beginners. Audience: Adults

Help Me Find a Job: Your Best Resume
How resume savvy are you? This free seminar will highlight the importance, effectiveness, and components of a professional resume. Sherryl Baker, instructor, McColl School of Business, Queens University of Charlotte, will present. Audience: Adults

Word Basics Part I
Learn how to create, edit, and save a Word 2007 document. This is the first of a two-part series. This class is designed for adults with some computer experience but little or no previous word processing experience. Audience: Adults

Latino Professionals Forum: The Path That Made Your Dreams A Reality
This year the Charlotte Mecklenburg Library is celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month by nurturing and encouraging the dreams of Latino adolescents and young adults. The forum will consist of a brief presentation by Latino Professionals, and a time of questions and answers followed by an opportunity for youth interested in various career paths to personally meet with the panelists. Business attire is preferred. No registration required. Call 704-416-0556 for more information. Audience: Teens (12-18), Adults

Online Job Searching for Beginners
Emphasis will be placed on skills needed to successfully navigate the online job application process. Audience: Adults

Word Basics Part II
The second of a two-part series on Word 2007. After a review we'll discuss formatting lists, changing margins and other features of Word. Audience: Adults

Interviewing to Win - So When Do I Start?
Kenya Todd, HR professional, will help you create a game plan for winning at your next interview. Get tips from an insider. Find out what they are thinking when you respond to a question. Learn how to prepare for that all-important interview. Audience: Adults