Technology evolves quickly, but staying confident with technology doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Join us for two practical workshops designed to give you clear guidance, everyday skills, and peace of mind in today's digital world.

Intro to Photo Editing Tools, October 14, 1 pm, McDowell County Library, Marion

Do you have a fantastic vacation photo marred by a blurry spot or a random passerby in the background? You don’t need to be a professional designer to fix it!

This relaxed, easy-to-follow session introduces you to free apps that make photo editing simple and fun. Learn how to retouch, enhance, and polish your family photos so you can share your favorite memories with confidence.

What You’ll Discover

• Fix Common Picture Flaws: Sharpen blurry images and adjust lighting in just a few clicks.
• Remove Unwanted Clutter: Clean up backgrounds and crop out unwanted distractions.
• Simple, Free Apps: Walk away with easy-to-use tools you can try on your smartphone, tablet, or computer right away.

AI & Disinformation, October 27, 10 am, White Horse, Black Mountain

"Seeing is believing" used to be a reliable rule—but modern technology has changed the landscape. Today, artificial intelligence tools can create amazingly realistic fake videos ("deepfakes") and mirror human voices with striking accuracy.

While misleading information isn't new, AI tools make it spread faster than ever. In this engaging presentation, you’ll learn how these technologies work and, most importantly, gain practical tools to protect yourself and your loved ones from digital deception.

What You’ll Discover

• Behind the Technology: Learn how AI creates realistic deepfakes and audio clones in plain, accessible language.
• Practical Spotting Skills: Discover key visual and audio clues that reveal when content has been manipulated.
• Evaluation Best Practices: Simple habits to verify news, messages, and media before trusting or sharing them.
• Tech Verification Tools: Learn about free digital tools designed to help you verify authentic content.

No prior technical expertise required. Just bring your curiosity! All workshops are FREE.