Past Webinars

Fake News Webinar
Watch the recording of the webinar by clicking the picture on the right

In this new digital age, when information spreads rapidly and widely due to social media, it is important to recognize real news from fake news. Attend this webinar to learn skills and strategies to avoid falling into the pitfalls of fake news.

Past Workshops

Cybersecurity – How to stay safe on internet
At Somerset County Senior Center, Basking Ridge, NJ

Everyday we are becoming increasingly connected to the internet and to each other. It provides us easy access to a wealth of information, but at the same time, allows cyber criminals to steal our personal information. This cybersecurity workshop has been designed to help you understand the dangers of the cyber world and how to stay safe in it. Simar Singh, Ridge High School Student, will share practical tips and strategies like computer and internet safety, secured wifi, phishing, antivirus, firewall, identity theft and much more.  This workshop will arm you with the knowledge to stay safe online.

How to use Smartphone effectively
At Somerset County Senior Center, Basking Ridge, NJ

Did you ever wonder why smartphones are called “smart”? Do you find the smartphone intimidating or difficult to work with? Join us and learn how to use the smartphone effectively and efficiently for personal enrichment (internet, SIRI), entertainment (Games, music, movies, youTube) and productivity (Paying bills and online banking). Discover how you can make the smartphone work for you!

Internet basics
At Somerset County Senior Center, Basking Ridge, NJ

Internet is the gateway to the vast wealth of information and convenient services. This session explains the purpose of the Internet, what is needed to connect to it, and common terminology and concepts of the internet. Topics range from internet browsing and emails, to computer security and social media. Accessing the Web is relatively simple and this session will help develop the skills you need to explore and use the web confidently.

Computer basics
At Somerset County Senior Center, Basking Ridge, NJ

Have you always wanted to know how to operate a computer, but did not know where to get started! We’ll be your guide as you learn computer basics and the common terminology. This session will cover the main parts of a computer, hardware vs. software and an introduction to making documents/letters using a word processor. When you are done, you will have a fundamental understanding of how to use a computer.