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Let's Celebrate Digital Inclusion Week!

Digital Inclusion Week (DIW) is an annual week of promoting digital equity through awareness, recognition, and celebration. All individuals deserve the opportunity to participate, grow, and learn through the use of technology. This year, Digital Inclusion Week runs from October 2-6, 2023. We can't wait to celebrate with you!

Events at the NHFPL

Affordable Connectivity Program Kickoff with CFaL

Monday, October 2, 1 pm | Wilson Branch Library

NHFPL and the City of New Haven Office of Economic Development have partnered with Concepts for Adaptive Learning (CFaL) to offer citywide Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) information and sign up sessions. The Affordable Connectivity Program is an FCC program that helps connect families and households struggling to afford internet service. The ACP offers a $30 monthly discount on broadband internet service for qualifying households. 

Walk-In Tech Help Clinic 

Monday, October 2, 11 am-2 pm | Ives Lower Level Technology Center

Wednesday October 4, 2-5 pm | Ives Lower Level Technology Center

Thursday October 5, 3-5 pm | Ives Lower Level Technology Center

The Techs are in! The NHFPL IT team is hosting a walk-in tech help clinic for anyone with any burning tech question. Tell us what tech problems you're facing. Need help with your phone? Have a question about keeping your information secure? We're here to find out what you're struggling with and figure out a way to help!

Adult Computer Basics Class: Mouse and Keyboard

Thursday, October 5, 5:30-6:30 pm | Ives Computer Classroom

Learn the basics of operating a mouse and get an introduction to the functions of the keyboard. This class for beginners and requires no computer experience. Space is limited and registration is strongly encouraged. Register here.