Digital Inclusion Week 2024

Forest Park Sustainability Fair

Date: 9/28/24

Time: 2:00 PM

Location: 555 Jack son Blvd. Forest Park, IL 60130

Organization: Forest Park Public Library

About: Sustainability is our broad term for spotlighting our belief in a Forest Park that is a creative learning community striving to engage with green, sustainable practices; an inclusive community that is taking action towards towards digital and other forms of equity and inclusion. With this event, we hope to excite and empower the community about issues from energy use to composting to reducing plastic, offering opportunities to get involved in activism, to do crafts and learn, and also personally cross the digital divide or help others cross it. We are hoping for at least 100 people to come out. In order to add a little incentive to the community to participate, we'll have a drawing for several free computers sourced through partner PCs for People.

CTC Community Kickback

Date: 10/5/24

Time: 9:30 AM

Location: The Quarry Event Center (2423 E 75th St, Chicago, IL 60649)

Organization: Chi Tech Collective

About: Chi Tech Collective is partnering with the Internet Equity Initiative and Blacks In Technology to host our Tech and Community Expo. This event will provide a unique opportunity for small business owners, residents, and tech professionals, or those seeking tech opportunities, to connect, learn, and contribute to closing the digital divide in our community. Join us in this collective effort to empower and uplift our local community through technology. We hope to serve 80-100 South Shore, Washington Park, and South Chicago residents as well as small business owners who are experiencing issues with internet connectivity.

Discovering Digital Legal Research at Cook County Law Library

Date: Monday, October 7

Time: 8:00 AM

Location: Cook County Law Library, Daley Center, 50 W. Washington, 29th Floor, Chicago, IL 60602

Organization: Cook County Law Library

About: The Cook County Law Library strives to provide all residents access to legal resources. The goal of this event is to ensure that as many residents as possible understand the kinds of legal resources available to them. We invite the public to use our online resources, Monday - Friday. We currently average 200 visitors per week with 70% using our online tools in our Daley Center location. Through promotion of Digital Inclusion Week, we strive to increase the number of visitors by 10%. We want to encourage all visitors to return and to tell their colleagues, friends and family about our resources and services and provide us with feedback.

Computer Lab Open Hours and Internet Access at Evergreen Park Public Library

Date: Monday, October 7

Time: 9:00 AM

Location: Evergreen Park Public Library

Organization: Evergreen Park Public Library

About: Computer Lab Open Hours for the Public - The Computer Lab is staffed for assistance. Services include internet access, printing, faxing scanning and copying.

Computer Center Open Hours for the Public

Date: Monday, October 7

Time: 9:00 AM

Location: 9427 S. Raymond Ave, Oak Lawn, IL 60453

Organization: Oak Lawn Public Library

About: We provide computers and internet access and other technical services like copying, scanning, and faxing. Our main goal is to provide computer and internet access to the public. We hope to serve anyone who wants to use our technology or internet services. We will know it is a success if we are able to provide access to even one patron.

Email Basics & Internet Safety

Date: Monday, October 7

Time: 10:00 AM

Location: Evergreen Park Public Library

Organization: Evergreen Park Public Library

About: Learn to set up a free email account to send messages and attachments, forward, and more. Navigate the Internet using search engines safely.

ABELINC

Date: Monday, October 7

Time: 10:00 AM

Location: Nathalia Cardenas is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: Nathalia Cardenas's Personal Meeting Room Join Zoom Meeting https://csu-edu.zoom.us/j/8714973458 Meeting ID: 871 497 3458 --- One tap mobile +13092053325,,8714973458# US +13126266799,,8714973458# US (Chicago)

Organization: Chicago State University

About: Join our free 4 day Neighborhood Digital Literacy online workshops for Digital Inclusion Week! The Advancing Broadband Equity through Learning Intermediaries in the Neighborhoods of Chicago (ABE-LINC) wants to support members of the community with digital access and skills to promote a culture of transformative connectivity in the City of Chicago. We are looking for participants that to would like participate in our online workshops.

During Digital Inclusion week we will offer various workshops in the following areas:
Digital Literacy - Monday, October 7th at 10:00am -11:00am
Career Readiness - Tuesday, October 8th at 10:00am -11:00am
Financial wellness- Wednesday, October 9th at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Cybersecurity - Thursday, October 11th at 11:00am -12:00pm

Digital Literacy Class

Date: Monday, October 7

Time: 10:00 AM

Location: 8300 S Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL

Organization: Chatham Senior Center / Center For New Horizonz

About: Providing a workshop for seniors to enlighten them services that provide free or low cost devices (PCS4People), low cost internet access and troubleshooting portable devices. The site regularly have over 50 participants. It will be a success if 20 individuals participate.

Device Drop In

Date: Monday, October 7

Time: 11:00 AM

Location: 3541 Park Ave, Brookfield, IL 60513

Organization: Linda Sokol Francis Brookfield Library

About: This event is an opportunity for community members to stop by the Library and get one-on-one tech assistance with their phone, tablet, or laptop computer. We generally serve 3-10 people during a Device Drop-In event. We measure the success of this event by assessing how many community members were assisted with their technology problems and questions.

Apartment Hunting Workshop

Date: Monday, October 7

Time: 11:00 AM

Location: YMCA Chicago

Organization: Kelly Hall YMCA

About: Our apartment hunting workshop is a 4-part workshop with parts 1 and 2 focusing on how to start and what is needed to hunt for apartments. We are hosting the workshop bi-weekly on Mondays and Wednesdays between September 23rd and October 23rd from 11-12:30 AM. Our main goals are to provide assistance and resources to help learners how to navigate apartment hunting financially and digitally. We expect to see at least 3-4 learners per workshop and are measuring our success by how many people attend our part 2 of the workshop focusing on actual apartment hunting.

Advancing Youth Sports Through Sports Technology Webinar

Date: Monday, October 7

Time: 12:00 PM

Location: Virtual

Organization: Youth Sports Science Institute

About: The Youth Sports Science Institute is hosting a webinar titled "Advancing Youth Sports Through Sports Technology" to explore how innovations in sports tech are transforming youth athletics. Our main goals are to educate participants on the latest technologies in data analytics, wearables, and virtual training, and to demonstrate their impact on improving training, performance, and safety for young athletes. We aim to serve approximately 100 attendees, including coaches, parents, and sports enthusiasts. Success will be measured by participant engagement, feedback, and the extent to which attendees apply new insights to enhance their youth sports programs.

Digital Literacy Workshop

Date: Monday, October 7

Time: 1:00 PM

Location: 1040 W 79th Street - Auburn Gresham Satellite Center

Organization: The Greater Auburn-Gresham Development Corporation

About: To provide basic digital literacy competency, Access for seniors to organization that provide free and low cost devices and internet. I plan to engage with 50 individuals. To engage with 20 individuals will be a success.

Tech Help Hour

Date: Monday, October 7

Time: 2:00 PM

Location: 9427 S. Raymond Ave., Oak Lawn, IL 60453

Organization: Oak Lawn Public Library

About: Bring your questions and your computer, smartphone or other device for this weekly, hour-long drop-in help session. Our main goal is to provide technology assistance for anyone who may need it. We will know it is a success if we are able to help even one patron.

Book-a-Librarian for Tech Help at Evergreen Public Library

Date: Monday, October 7

Time: 3:00 PM

Location: Evergreen Park Public Library

Organization: Evergreen Park Public Library

About: Library Events related to computers or digital learning - If you are looking for help with a specific task related to a computer, phone, tablet, or any other device, Library staff will schedule a time to offer one-on-one help. Simply visit evergreenparklibrary.org/using-the-library/book-a-librarian and fill out the form for Device/Technology Assistance.

Open House/ Welcoming Event- Digital Literacy Loteria

Date: Monday, October 7

Time: 4:00 PM

Location: Fuerza Youth Center - 5339 W 25th St Cicero, IL

Organization: Corazon Community Services

About: A welcoming Open House event, featuring a variety of engaging activities. Attendees can explore our offerings at various tables, participate in an open lab session, and enjoy a special Digital Literacy Loteria. This game blends cultural elements with learning objectives, incorporating images of software, hardware, and other computer-related items on the cards.

Throughout the event, visitors can learn about our digital literacy resources at dedicated tables and sign up for upcoming Digital Inclusion Week events. These events include one-on-one coaching, community storytelling, an introduction to 3D printing, and more. We anticipate over 30 participants and will measure our success through the sign-up sheets for digital inclusion week events and digital literacy programs that Corazon offers.

Monday - Computer Classes for Beginners / Wednesday - E-mail for beginners / Fridays - Internet for Beginners

Date: Monday, October 7

Time: 4:00 PM

Location: 15441 S. Turlington Avenue Harvey, IL 60426

Organization: Harvey Public Library District

About: We are offering workshops on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Our goals are to increase digital literacy, technical ability, and digital fraud awareness. We hope to reach 10-20 per session, but we really would like to reach out to at least 50 people. We will know that it is successful by the number of people who attend and by giving them a brief quiz at the end of the event to assess their retention.

Intro to Canva: A Beginner's Guide

Date: Monday, October 7

Time: 6:00 PM

Location: 1703 Orrington Ave, Evanston IL 60201

Organization: Evanston Public Library

About: Are you ready to unlock the full potential of Canva software and create stunning designs? With Canva's endless possibilities, you can craft eye-catching flyers, elegant invitations, and dynamic social media content. Join us as we dive into the art of design, exploring how to choose captivating fonts, striking colors, and impactful images to make your creations truly stand out. Let's transform your design skills and make your projects shine! Class will be taught in both English and Spanish. The main goal of our program is to get people comfortable using Canva free online software to make great designs, social media post, and to update resumes. We are hoping to serve 20 people in this class and chromebooks will be provided for each participant. We will know that the workshop is a success if people are able to create a sample design, update their resume, and or navigate the tool bars and understand their functions.

Computer lab Open Hours and Internet Access at Evergreen Park Public Library

Date: Tuesday, October 8

Time: 9:00 AM

Location: Evergreen Park Public Library

Organization: Evergreen Park Public Library

About: Computer Lab Open Hours for the Public – The Computer Lab is staffed for assistance. Services include internet access, printing, faxing, scanning, and copying.

Computer Center Open Hours for the Public

Date: Tuesday, October 8

Time: 9:00 AM

Location: 9427 S. Raymond Ave., Oak Lawn, IL 60453

Organization: Oak Lawn Public Library

About: We provide computers, internet access, and other technical services like copying, scanning, and faxing. Our main goal is to provide computer and internet access to the public. We hope to serve anyone who wants to use our technology or internet services. We will know it is a success if we are able to provide access to even one patron.

Community Stories/How to use a phone 101

Date: Tuesday, October 8

Time: 10:00 AM

Location: Fuerza Youth Center-5339 W 25th St, Cicero, IL

Organization: Corazon Community Services

About: Create a safe space for Spanish-speaking individuals to discuss their stories about lack of access to technology and speak their needs as community members. After will be a learning lesson on how to use their personal phones, since many have expressed in the past that they would want a workshop about how to use a phone. I hope to serve at least 20 participants.

Digital Literacy Workshop

Date: Tuesday, October 8

Time: 12:00 PM

Location: True Holiness Church 15300 Loomis Ave, Harvey, IL

Organization: Chicago State University

About: For Digital Inclusion week we will be hosting a Workshop on Credit Building at True Holiness Church on 10/10/24. The goal is to ensure that participants are given information regarding Dispute Letters, Credit Building and Repair and How to Have A Healthy Credit Profile. We will serve 45-50 people. We will know that the program is a success by acquiring a sign in sheet, having our participants do a follow up activity to ensure that they understand the materials and to also engage the community on how we can further their Digital Literacy knowledge.

Facebook for Beginners Workshops

Date: Tuesday, October 8

Time: 1:00 PM

Location: Irving Park YMCA

Organization: YMCA Chicago

About: This workshop will teach learners how to create a Facebook account, post updates, and safely expand their network by adding friends. We hope to serve at least 3-4 people per workshop and will measure this with a post-survey asking for feedback and what other things they would like to learn in our Tech Hubs. Workshops will run every Tuesday for the month of October.

Talking Tech: Basics of Terminology and Lingo

Date: Tuesday, October 8

Time: 3:00 PM

Location: 5215 Oakton Street, Skokie, IL 60077

Organization: Skokie Public Library

About: This discussion-style class is intended for adults and focuses on all the terms and language around computer use. Registration is required and the maximum participation is 15 adults.

Affordable Internet & Online Access: Community Listening Session

Date: Tuesday, October 8

Time: 6:00 PM

Location: Forest Park Public Library: 7555 Jackson Blvd. Forest Park IL 60130

Organization: Wright to Learn

About: Community listening session to bring together community members and local leaders/elected officials, plus potentially other local organizations and services. Ideally this is open to all residents and leaders of Proviso Township broadly. Our main goals are: 1) Community members express their needs and feel heard; 2) local elected officials gain a clearer understanding of current digital equity needs and barriers in their communities, and 3) all attendees feel actively invested in increasing digital equity in our community.

Cricut Design Space

Date: Tuesday, October 8

Time: 6:00 PM

Location: 9427 S. Raymond Ave., Oak Lawn, IL 60453

Organization: Oak Lawn Public Library

About: Learn how to use the cutting machine software Cricut Design Space to create crafty DIY projects. Our main goal is to offer this digital training for anyone who is interested. If we can serve even one patron, we will know it was a success.

Clases de computación en español - Conceptos del Internet

Date: Tuesday, October 8

Time: 6:30 PM

Location: Hoffman Estates Branch, 1550 Hassell Rd, Hoffman Estates, IL 60169

Organization: Schaumburg Township District Library

About: This workshop, in Spanish, is for people who want to build more confidence in finding information online and navigating websites. Attendees will learn about web browsers and search engines, develop Internet browsing skills and discover tips and tricks for basic and advanced online searches.

Computer Lab Open Hours and Internet Access at the Evergreen Park Public Library

Date: Wednesday, October 9

Time: 9:00 AM

Location: Evergreen Park Public Library

Organization: Evergreen Park Public Library

About: Computer Lab Open Hours for the Public – The Computer Lab is staffed for assistance. Services include internet access, printing, faxing, scanning, and copying."

Computer Center Open Hours for the Public

Date: Wednesday, October 9

Time: 9:00 AM

Location: 9427 S. Raymond Ave., Oak Lawn, IL 60453

Organization: Oak Lawn Public Library

Pop-up Computer Skills Workshops and more

Date: Wednesday, October 9

Time: 10:00 AM

Location: American Job Center at Pilsen-1700 W 18th St, Chicago, IL 60608 and AJC at Prairie State College 202 S. Halsted St. | ATOC Building, Suite 148 Chicago Heights, IL 60411 and AJC at Truman College 1145 W. Wilson Ave., Suite 1917 Chicago, IL 60640

Organization: scaleLIT

About:

* attendance (10-15 learners per site in 3 sites)
* 3 hour long classes with snack time and Chromebook raffle
* skills evals and practice (Basic Computer Skills Internet Basics, Using Email, Career Search Skills, Accessing Telehealth Appointments, Your Digital Footprint)
* 10 Northstar Certificates/Badges proctored and awarded per site
* sharing free resources to continue practicing in native language and more (https://edu.gcfglobal.org/, https://chipublib.digitallearn.org, https://training.digitallearn.org, https://alison.com. Google for Education - Applied Digital Skills, https://foundation.mozilla.org/en/initiatives/web-literacy/, https://www.techlifeunity.com)
* 5 referrals per site - referring and helping to enroll for computer devices, internet service and other programs: working with these resources and more (Compudopt, PCsForPeople, HumanIT, Comcast Internet Essentials, other Internet providers, workforce training programs, adult education and more)

Senior iPad/iPhone 3

Date: Wednesday, October 9

Time: 10:00 AM

Location: 130 S. Roselle Rd., Schaumburg, IL 60193

Organization: Schaumburg Township District Library

About: Learn how to download and remove unwanted apps. Please bring your iPad or iPhone to class. Please create an Apple account before class and bring your login and password to class.

One on One Tech Training Sessions

Date: Wednesday, October 9

Time: 10:00 AM

Location: 1703 Orrington Ave, Evanston IL 60201

Organization: Evanston Public Library

About: Get individual help with specific technology problems, computers, phones devices, and more. Appointments available in English and Spanish Mon's, Wed's, Fri's, Sat's and Sun's (ongoing).

Digital Training | Preparing and equipping the past, present, and future with equitable access

Date: Wednesday, October 9

Time: 11:00 AM

Location: Transformation United Methodist Church, 15446 S. Lexington, Harvey, IL 60426

Organization: City of Harvey Second Ward Office

About: Our main goal is to prepare and equip youth and families, ranging from 10-90 with digital skill sets and preparation with Microsoft suite, financial management, and increased communication skill sets. We expect to serve 40-55 residents.

Microsoft Excel for Beginners

Date: Wednesday, October 9

Time: 2:00 PM

Location: 5215 Oakton St, Skokie, IL 60077

Organization: Skokie Public Library

About: This hands-on class for adults introduces the essentials of Microsoft Excel 2021: tabs, rows, columns, functions, formulas, and more. We'll help you understand the basics of spreadsheets. Registration is required with a max of 8participants.

Library Catalog

Date: Wednesday, October 9

Time: 2:00 PM

Location: 9427 S. Raymond Ave., Oak Lawn, IL 60453

Organization: Oak Lawn Public Library

About: At this library event, discover how to search the shared collections of 100 libraries in the Chicagoland area using the SWAN library catalog online. Learn how to place holds on items and have them delivered to your nearest SWAN library to pick up and check out!

Virtual Art Factory Demonstration

Date: Wednesday, October 9

Time: 2:00 PM

Location: Columbia College Chicago, 600 S Michigan

Organization: Youth Sports Science Institute

About: In partnership with Columbia College Chicago, our program immerses both youth and adults in the dynamic fusion of art and technology through virtual reality (VR). The Virtual Art Factory demonstration invites participants to use advanced VR tools and software to create immersive art projects, blending creativity with technical skill.

Main Goals:
1. Foster Creativity and Technical Proficiency: We aim to encourage out-of-the-box thinking and equip participants with hands-on experience in the burgeoning field of digital art.
2. Provide Unique Opportunities: By offering access to state-of-the-art VR technology, we strive to open doors for individuals from under-resourced areas, allowing them to explore their artistic talents and consider careers in the creative industries.

Number of People Served:
We hope to serve ten participants, including both youth and adults, during this demonstration, providing them with the tools and environment to fully engage with the art and technology.

Intro to 3D printing for youth

Date: Wednesday, October 9

Time: 4:00 PM

Location: Fuerza Youth Center - 5339 W25th St, Cicero, IL

Organization: Corazon Community Services

About: Youth based workshop that will focus on a beginner friendly lesson on how to use 3D printing models and prepping them to print. They will learn how to use basic digital learning tools with our computer lab. We will serve about 10 youth. We will know the success by asking our participants and create a survey to suggest honest review and if they want to learn more 3D printing tools in the future.