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Device Advice
2023-06-01 09:30:00 2023-06-01 11:30:00 America/Chicago Device Advice Get help with common tech issues like Microsoft Office, using a tablet, hotspots, syncing email with your phone, downloading content, and more. Drop in for personalized assistance at your library. Rakow Branch -

Thursday, June 01
9:30am - 11:30am

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Get help with common tech issues like Microsoft Office, using a tablet, hotspots, syncing email with your phone, downloading content, and more. Drop in for personalized assistance at your library.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Older Adult Interest | Computer & Technology |

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Rakow Branch
Phone: 847-531-7271
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