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    • Belmont Story Project
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    • Games & Informal Groups
    • Lunches
    • Tours & Trips
    • Video on Demand
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Computer Help

Computer Lab On-Site Help
The Beech Street Center offers a free public computer lab with 9 desktop computers running Windows 10.  Free wi-fi provides public internet access throughout the building.  Black and white printing is available for $0.05 per page.
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Volunteers are available in the Computer Room to answer your questions.
No appointment needed
Tuesdays 10:00 am - 1:30 pm, Tran Luu
Fridays 10:00 am - 12:00 pm, Lee Siler
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Vigorous Mind Brain Wellness Software
By appointment
Call to sign up for free training and access to VigorousMind.net software in our computer lab. Vigorous Mind promotes brain wellness by engaging seniors in online games, trivia, and puzzles. Email rberger@belmont-ma.gov to sign up. 
Absolute Beginners' Computer Workshop (Town Hall Training Lab)
12 Tuesdays & Thursdays
Intimidated by computer classes because you think your questions will be considered silly? This class is specifically for the person who knows nothing about computers but wants to learn. Learn what makes up a computer, how it works and what you can do with it. When the class is finished, you will be given your computer TO KEEP!
This class is located in the Town Hall Training Lab on the lower level of 455 Concord Ave, and taught by town IT manager David Petto. Transportation will be provided via BelderBus from Beech Street Center to Town Hall and back. Limit 10. Pre-registration required by calling 617-993-2970 or stopping by the Beech Street Center front desk. Cost: $50 for all 10 sessions.
Computer Tutoring with Rich Berger
Richard is our Tech Sharing Facilitator and also works for the Belmont Media Center. He offers personalized appointments for seniors at the Beech Street Center to work on:
  • Computer Basics - Learn how to work with a computer
  • Internet - Learn how to use a browser to explore the web
  • Internet Email - how to set up and use a web-based e-mail account
  • Microsoft Word - Learn word-processing, using helpful techniques for typing, styling, and printing documents
  • Web Page Creation - Learn how to create a simple web page using HTML
  • Other topics of your choice
Mondays and Fridays by appointment only. Call 617-993-2970 to sign up in advance. Cost: $10 per session payable to Town of Belmont


 
iPad, Digital Camera, and Photoshop Elements Tutoring with David Ching
By appointment Mondays and Wednesdays. Call 617-993-2970 to sign up in advance.
iPad (or other tablet computers) Tutoring
  • Learn how to setup email, iTunes, and apps.
Digital Camera Tutoring
  • Get the most out of your digital camera - Set up functions to take high quality pictures.
  • Photoshop Elements for digital photos - Improve your digital photos through software techniques.
A donation to the Center per session is appreciated

Social Media Coaching
Meet with Angela Stamoulos for free individual or small group coaching sessions to understand the different social media platforms, privacy settings, and how you can use the medium to stay connected with loved ones and make new friends. By appointment, please email rberger@belmont-ma.gov to sign up.


Additional Computer Help from our Local Partners

Belmont Public Library Computers and Printing Services:
https://belmontpubliclibrary.net/services/computers-and-printing/ 

Belmont Public Library One-on-One Tech Help
belmontpubliclibrary.net/services/one-on-one-tech-help-request/

Belmont Media Center Classes
http://www.belmontmedia.org/learn/classes
Beech Street Center
266 Beech Street
Belmont, MA  02478
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Front Desk
1-617-993-2970

Transportation​

(617) 993-2980 

Rentals
(617 ) 993-2975

HOURS
Monday  - Friday
8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Tuesday    
8 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Closed Holidays

When Belmont Schools are closed for inclement weather, Beech Street Center activities are canceled.
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