Provides free basic computer classes for adults at library locations throughout the city of Seattle.
Offers resources to help area residents develop and improve the technology skills. Includes training on Microsoft Office products, Google products, typing, and beginner computer training.
Provides a variety of job search and career resources, tools, and classes that can help individuals aged 55 and better to stay competitive in the job market.
A community service and work-based job training program for older Americans. Authorized by the Older Americans Act, the program provides training for low-income, unemployed seniors.
Offers one-on-one employment assistance for King County public housing and Section 8 residents; includes job training and technology instruction, GED, ESL, and ABE assistance, and peer-supported services.
Offers one-on-one employment assistance for King County public housing and Section 8 residents, designed to reduce barriers between public housing residents and their neighbors in the surrounding community. Includes job training and technology instruction, GED, ESL, and ABE assistance, and peer-supported services.
Offers a broad range of print, online and audiovisual material that reflects the great diversity of interests and opinions in Pierce County communities. Provides free 24/7 access to online services.
Offers several services to Pierce County residents, including:
- Computers, laptops, wifi connection
- Printing, scanning, faxing, copying
- Books, audiobooks, DVDs, music, magazines
- Reservable meeting rooms and study rooms
- One-on-one appointments with a librarian (AskUs)
- Free access to various databases, market research tools, language learning tools, LinkedIn Learning, and other subscription services
- Basic computer and tech help
- Basic literacy, including digital, financial, cultural, more
- Job search help and tools
- STEAM programs and education resources
- Access to partner programs & services (varies)
- Early childhood education programming
- Reference & research help.
Provides a computer lab and homework assistance for members.
Computer learning center provides assistance with homework and works to expand the awareness of educational resources. Computer lab has computer hardware and software classes to develop workforce training and career development skills.
Provides a variety of resources for customers to utilize in their job search including computers with Internet access, copy machines, and phones.
Provides a variety of resources for customers to utilize in their job search including computers with Internet access, copy machines, and phones. Clients may participate in a variety of regularly scheduled workshops and assessment activities to develop the knowledge and skills necessary to be successful in their job search and employment goals.
Offers a broad range of print, online and audiovisual material that reflects the great diversity of interests and opinions in Pierce County communities. Provides free 24/7 access to online services.
Offers several services to Pierce County residents, including:
- Computers, laptops, wifi connection
- Printing, scanning, faxing, copying
- Books, audiobooks, DVDs, music, magazines
- Reservable meeting rooms and study rooms
- One-on-one appointments with a librarian (AskUs)
- Free access to various databases, market research tools, language learning tools, LinkedIn Learning, and other subscription services
- Basic computer and tech help
- Basic literacy, including digital, financial, cultural, more
- Job search help and tools
- STEAM programs and education resources
- Access to partner programs & services (varies)
- Early childhood education programming
- Reference & research help.
Offers a broad range of print, online and audiovisual material that reflects the great diversity of interests and opinions in Pierce County communities. Provides free 24/7 access to online services.
Offers several services to Pierce County residents, including:
- Computers, laptops, wifi connection
- Printing, scanning, faxing, copying
- Books, audiobooks, DVDs, music, magazines
- Reservable meeting rooms and study rooms
- One-on-one appointments with a librarian (AskUs)
- Free access to various databases, market research tools, language learning tools, LinkedIn Learning, and other subscription services
- Basic computer and tech help
- Basic literacy, including digital, financial, cultural, more
- Job search help and tools
- STEAM programs and education resources
- Access to partner programs & services (varies)
- Early childhood education programming
- Reference & research help.
Provides activities, trips, and educational programs for youth at public housing sites.
The After School Program provides year-round enriching activities designed to support youth in their academic, social-emotional, and life skills development. Offers a safe, supportive, and engaging environment where students can thrive academically through personalized assistance, targeted literacy development, diverse enrichment activities, and access to technology.
Beyond academics, the program promotes social-emotional well-being and life skills through a variety of recreational indoor and outdoor activities, including amateur sports teams such as basketball, flag football, and soccer. These team-based sports provide opportunities for youth to build teamwork, leadership, and resilience while staying active and engaged. Additionally, field trips and enrichment groups further support personal growth and foster a sense of community and belonging.
During the summer, the Summer Splash program combats the "summer slide" by reinforcing literacy and math skills to help students maintain and improve their academic performance. Also partners with the Kent School District to provide free summer lunches for youth under 18 at all three program locations.
The program operates at three King County Housing Authority sites. Each community recreation center features computer labs, activity rooms, teen spaces, and a variety of recreational and educational programming to create a well-rounded experience. Students also receive healthy snacks to stay energized and focused.
The program focuses on key life skills such as leadership, teamwork, and resilience, while fostering both soft and durable skills. With the guidance of positive adult role models, youth are empowered to overcome challenges, build confidence, and succeed academically and personally.
Offers non-credit course to help gain education in job related skills such as first aid, HIV/AID courses, job skills and certification.
Enrichment Classes
Personal enrichment courses are offered on-campus or at convenient locations as well as online. Community Educations mission is to build community connections, goodwill and awareness of college programs in the community. There is a little something for everyone, youth classes & camps or adult classes to enrich their personal lives.
Continuing Education
We offer a wide range of technical, cultural, educational, and social opportunities for adult lifelong learners in the community. Enroll in a course and receive pragmatic, relevant instruction that will put you ahead both personally and professionally. We also offer Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for professional development.
Courses in accounting, business management, computers and computing, project management, teacher’s education, workforce development, recertification, flagging certificate & Commercial Driver's Licensing (CDL) offer working adults the opportunity to stay current in their fields and get the additional education they need to advance in their careers.
Corporate, Nonprofit and Customized Training
Whether it is skill training, consultative services, credit or non-credit based, we provide you with cost-effective workforce training solutions. We meet your needs for employee assessment, training, design, and delivery of training and services on campus or at your place of business.
Provides Kitsap residents library services with 9 locations across Kitsap County and a Digital Library.
Kitsap Regional Library serves over 200,000 Kitsap residents with 9 locations across Kitsap County and a digital library at KRL.org. The library offers a variety of outreach services, including a team that brings library materials and services right to the door of our homebound patrons. If you are looking to learn something new or simply make a human connection, we offer a variety of classes and events; for the most up-to-date listing visit our website. Kitsap Regional Library provides access to information and inspiration with over 350,000 items in our physical collection as well as access to ebooks, audiobooks, magazines and video streaming online at KRL.org. The website allows users to take advantage of free access to dozens of subscription-based research and learning sites such as Consumer Reports, Linked in Learning, and Mango Languages, or make an appointment for one-on-one assistance.
Provides activities, trips, and educational programs for youth at public housing sites.
The After School Program provides year-round enriching activities designed to support youth in their academic, social-emotional, and life skills development. Offers a safe, supportive, and engaging environment where students can thrive academically through personalized assistance, targeted literacy development, diverse enrichment activities, and access to technology.
Beyond academics, the program promotes social-emotional well-being and life skills through a variety of recreational indoor and outdoor activities, including amateur sports teams such as basketball, flag football, and soccer. These team-based sports provide opportunities for youth to build teamwork, leadership, and resilience while staying active and engaged. Additionally, field trips and enrichment groups further support personal growth and foster a sense of community and belonging.
During the summer, the Summer Splash program combats the "summer slide" by reinforcing literacy and math skills to help students maintain and improve their academic performance. Also partners with the Kent School District to provide free summer lunches for youth under 18 at all three program locations.
The program operates at three King County Housing Authority sites. Each community recreation center features computer labs, activity rooms, teen spaces, and a variety of recreational and educational programming to create a well-rounded experience. Students also receive healthy snacks to stay energized and focused.
The program focuses on key life skills such as leadership, teamwork, and resilience, while fostering both soft and durable skills. With the guidance of positive adult role models, youth are empowered to overcome challenges, build confidence, and succeed academically and personally.
Offers basic computer skills workshops.
Participants will learn:
- basic introduction to computers,
- Microsoft Word basics,
- sending and attaching emails,
- free document software and more!
For those just beginning to use a computer, please bring a small USB drive to copy your files.
Offers computer mentoring and classes, public internet access, in-home computer repair and skill development for seniors.
Offers the following services for seniors:
- Computer mentoring and classes
- In-home computer repair
- Skill development
Computer lab with Internet access is also available, open to all ages.
Senior centers offer a variety of social, recreational and educational programs.
Senior centers offer a variety of social, recreational and educational programs. Services may include; health & wellness, games, fitness, arts & crafts, and other activities.
Provides technology support and training using an intergenerational, volunteer model. Services include one-on-one tech calls, daily webinars, and additional learning resources.
Provides technology support and training using an intergenerational, volunteer model. Services include one-on-one tech calls, daily webinars, and additional learning resources. Services are available by phone, virtually, and in person in some communities. Trainers are welcome to volunteer.
Offers a range of services which are designed to meet the information and learning needs of all users from babies to elders.
Offers a range of activities and services which are designed to meet the information and learning needs of patrons and to facilitate their enjoyment of library resources. Included are reference services, programs which introduce and encourage reading, services which enable people who cannot access the facility to utilize library resources and special collections which provide access to a broad spectrum of general and specialized book and non-book material as well as reading material in alternative formats. Computers are available for use, with on site assistance in using computers, photocopier/printer, and 3D printer.
Provides a wide range of technological learning opportunities and activities for youth, adults and seniors.
Provides a wide range of technological learning opportunities and activities for youth, adults and seniors. Computers and multimedia are used to provide programs which help develop skills, train tomorrow's leaders, encourage recreation and health, build community and connect residents to vital services. RecTech is directed by an alliance of staff, managers and community advisory council members and is administered by the non-profit Associated Recreation Council in partnership with the City of Seattle.
Provides classes, exercise, special events, counseling and many other activities and services.
Provides a variety of activities and classes for older adults including arts and crafts, education, languages, games, and cards. Classes include Spanish, music, and card games. Crafting classes include knitting, woodcarving, quilting and painting.
Provides adult basic education, including computer classes, GED preparation and ESL, to those age 16 and older with multiple barriers to employment. Not appropriate for those with severe learning disabilities.
Offers Adult Basic Education programs that include classes for: basic computer skills and Microsoft Office, English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), high school GED, writing and math, college entrance preparation. Also offers job search assistance.
Offers a weekly class to teach adult and elder clients the basic applicable computer skills necessary to advance towards job employment and increased language literacy. Includes language support for Vietnamese speakers.
Focused primarily on computers and iPad/iPhone use, this course meets weekly to instruct adult and elder clients on basic technology use in order to help them develop skills necessary for employment and day-to-day needs and opportunities. The course also teaches clients to use technology and social media to maintain communication, navigate around the city and stay connected with their community. Our clients are given new means to assimilate to their new home. This, along with the relationships forged among clients and volunteers, helps build confidence and prevents the isolation common to immigrant communities.
In the iPhone/iPad section, clients learn to optimize its functions, which includes image sharing, translating text, apps downloading (i.e., Zoom, app’s function), map utilizing, storage managing, etc.
The Digital Literacy section includes a bilingual Vietnamese and English computer manual, which provides a comprehensive understanding of the basic computer functions and tips to becoming familiar with the computer programs
Loans books, videos, magazines, newspapers, CDs, DVDs, books on tape, audio tapes and other materials. Also offers adult computer classes, conducts storytimes for children, and provides programs for adults, teens and children.
Loans books, videos, magazines, newspapers, CDs, DVDs, books on tape, audio tapes and other materials.
Also offers adult computer classes, and job finding workshops on resumés, interviewing and job searching.
Conducts storytimes for children, and provides programs for adults, teens and children.
Provides outreach services to homebound adults.
Also has services available in Spanish.
Provides a regular schedule of aerobics, conditioning/strengthening, dancing, drama, crafts, cards, painting, creative writing, current events, films, etc.
Provides a regular schedule of:
- Aerobics
- Conditioning/strengthening
- Yoga
- Tai Chi
-Qigong
-Chen Tai
-Barre
-Balance Fitness
-Enhance Fitness
-SilverSneakers
-Zumba
-Zumba Gold
- Dancing
- Crafts
- Painting
- Creative writing
- Nutrition
- Enrichment
- Travel
- Social engagement events
Provides free training classes and certificates in Microsoft Office. Instructors offer Microsoft Office curriculum and other learning resources to help all community members reach their career goals.
Provides training classes in Microsoft Office. Instructors offer Microsoft Office curriculum and other learning resources to help all community members reach their career goals.
- Microsoft Office classes and certificates.
- Computer skills classes and certificates (Computer Navigation, Email Navigation, Internet Navigation).
- Workplace Preparedness classes and certificates.
- National Career Readiness NCRC classes and certificates.
- GED preparation support.
Offers a learning center and open classroom for adults who want to earn their GED, gain fundamental education, learn English as a second language, gain job employment skills, learn family development skills, and gain a career advantage.
The Transitional Studies Program provides instruction in reading, math, writing, and basic computer skills. It offers English as a Second Language (ESL) classes, as well as pathways to earning a GED or high school diploma. Classes are offered in Forks, Port Angeles, and Sequim, with online options.