Book a 30-minute session with a Librarian or Subject Expert to assist with the basics of many technical and library issues. The session may be in person or on Zoom, depending on the library’s assessment of community health risks at the time of your appointment. Our librarians may be able to assist with topics not listed below; please contact us at askus@fpl.info to see how we can serve you!
How to Use...
- The Graff Digital Studio (podcast room) - required for room reservations
- Smart phones, tablets, e-readers, or computers
- Bluetooth devices
- Streaming music with Freegal, movies with Kanopy, or books with Libby
- Specialty resources (LinkedIn Learning, Nexis Uni, AllData, etc.)
How to Research...
- Business and marketing information
- Job listings and improving professional documents (résumés and CVs)
- Legal databases and resources
- Local history and genealogy
How to Manage...
- Passwords and login information
- Files or documents on a device (e.g., photos)
- Storage space on different platforms (personal devices, hard drives, the cloud)
- Social media accounts (personal or business)
- Personal online safety
How to Navigate...
- Our website, the internet, or email
- Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher
- Our website, catalog, or personal library accounts
Library staff can help with brief advice on many of these topics at the information desks. If your questions are more in depth or require extended time, the staff member may suggest you sign up for Book an Expert session to get the advice you need.
How to Register
Book an Expert sessions require advance appointments. Generally, you may book once every month. Please be very specific in telling us the details of what you wish to learn so we can match you with the right person. If we do not have an expert available in your topic, we will let you know.
Submit a Book an Expert Request with this Form
Or Register by Phone
Call 810-249-2569 to tell us your training request. Staff will take your information and a scheduler will call you to discuss your need and schedule the appointment.
Upcoming Events
Flint Neighborhoods United Meeting
Everyone is welcome to join in as Flint Neighborhoods United meets to share information about what's happening in neighborhoods, exchange ideas, and get vital information from civic and community organizations.
Friends of the Flint Public Library Book Drop Off
Friends of the Flint Public Library Book Drop Off
Donate your gently used books, CDs, DVDs and vinyl records.
Drive up to the garage door and we will help you unload.
Friends of the Library Book Sale
Bag Sale Day! Purchase a bag of books for $5 (bag provided) |
Sensory Storytime
May the 4th Be With You: Star Wars Day
Watch The Force Awakens, enjoy snacks and make Star Wars buttons.
Stop Motion Animation
Create your very own stop motion film! Cameras, laptops, and some models included; feel free to get creative and bring characters of your own design.
Drop by the Digital Hub to receive individualized help from our Digital Specialists. Please note that in-depth questions will be referred to Book-an-Expert services. Go to fpl.info for more information.
Join us for a Senior Yoga class in collaboration with the Crim Foundation. This beginner-level class will incorporate basic chair and standing yoga poses, stretching, and deep breathing to help you gain flexibility, strength and a sense of calm.
Learn how to use Podcasting tools in our Graff Digital Studio. Once you take the class, you are welcome to reserve the studio. Registration Required. Ages 18+ |
Michigan Author Event Lula's Louisiana Cookhouse: The Recipes that Put us on the Map
Michigan Author Event Lula's Louisiana Cookhouse: The Recipes that Put us on the Map
Lula's Louisiana Cookhouse in Owosso was on several "Best of" lists from 2013 to 2021 when it was destroyed by fire.
UM Flint Community Writing Center Tutors
UM-Flint’s Community Writing Center, the Rough Draft Café, provides writing support services to community members.
Evening Readers Book Club
Join us for our monthly book club. This month we will be reading:
Crying in H-Mart: A Memoir by Michelle Zauner tells an exquisite story of family, food, grief, and endurance.