Whiting Library is among over 100 public libraries nationwide. The Public Library Association (PLA) awarded funding to increase digital literacy using Digitallearn.org resources, powered by a generous $2.7 million contribution from AT&T. The PLA Digital Literacy Workshop Incentive and the new PLA Digital Navigator Workshop Incentive support public libraries in improving basic digital skills among families and communities. The workshops will utilize DigitalLearn training materials, created in collaboration with AT&T, that are freely available to anyone through DigitalLearn.org and AT&T ScreenReady.

PLA President Michael Lambert said, “PLA is proud to support public libraries in boosting digital literacy skills and bridging the digital divide in their communities. With another year of PLA’s sustained collaboration with AT&T, more learners across the nation than ever before will get connected to vital digital literacy skills and technology resources at the library.”

PLA’s free training site, Digitallearn.org, helps community members build skills and confidence using technology. Whiting Library’s efforts will focus on targeted outreach and training for senior citizens, but anyone is encouraged to attend one of our workshops or call the library for assistance. Workshops will be held at Whiting Library on Fridays at 1 p.m. Whiting Library is located at 117 Main Street, Chester, Vt. Workshop topics include:

Using a PC, Friday, April 4 at 1 p.m.

Internet Basics, Friday, April 11 at 1 p.m.

Email Basics, Friday, April 18 at 1 p.m.

Cybersecurity Basics, Friday, April 25 at 1 p.m.

Videoconferencing Basics, Friday, May 3 at 1 p.m.

Android Mobile Devices Basics, Friday, May 9 at 1 p.m.

iOS Mobile Devices Basics, Friday, May 23 at 1 p.m.

Please get in touch with the library to reserve a spot at one of these workshops. If you would like more details, you can contact Whiting Library at 802-875-2277.

About the Public Library Association
The Public Library Association (PLA) is the largest association dedicated to supporting the unique and evolving needs of public library professionals. Founded in 1944, PLA serves nearly 9,000 members in large and small public libraries in communities across the United States and Canada, with a growing presence worldwide. PLA strives to help its members shape the essential institution of public libraries by serving as an indispensable ally for public library leaders. For more information about PLA, contact the PLA office at 1 (800) 545-2433, ext. 5PLA, or pla@ala.org.