San Francisco, April 26 — San Francisco Public Library (SFPL) joins with community partners to host dozens of free programs during Tech Week, May 11–18. From educational opportunities to entertaining activities, there are offerings for participants of all ages and skill levels. Programs include basic tech help, AI education, fraud prevention, robotics and music workshops.

“There is so much talk about tech and AI, especially here in San Francisco, and we want to empower people to learn and build their digital literacy skills,” says SFPL’s Digital Equity Manager Maricela Leon-Barrera.  “Whether you are a beginner or a pro, looking to have fun or interested in learning more about AI and the future of technology, there is something for everyone during Tech Week.”

To bridge the digital divide, Tech Week takes place throughout San Francisco, at various Library and partner locations, as well as online, with some programs in Spanish and Chinese. It is an opportunity for the community to learn and explore all that technology has to offer.

SF Tech Week is produced by two dozen San Francisco and Bay Area organizations, including Tech Exchange, Dev/Mission, Community Living Campaign and Tenderloin Tech Lab, that provide technology training and resources. The full schedule is at sfpl.org/techweek.

Tech Week Events

Introduction to 3D Printing with Tinkercad, May 11, 12:30 – 1 p.m. Main Library, 5th Floor, Computer Training Center

3D Print a Totoro Figurine Using Tinkercad, May 11, 1 – 2:30 p.m., Main Library, 5th Floor, Computer Training Center 

Digital Passport Bingo, May 13, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m., Main Library, 5th Floor, Learning Studio

在金門公園「隨街隨拍」 (中英文) : Photowalk in Golden Gate Park in Cantonese & Mandarin, May 13, 2 – 4 p.m., San Francisco Botanical Gardens, 1199 9th Ave.

Detecting AI-Generated Content, May 13, 1– 2:30 p.m., Main Library, 5th Floor, Learning Studio 

介紹ChatGPT和Copilot (粵語) Intro to ChatGPT and Copilot in Cantonese, May 13, 2:30 – 3:30 p.m., Virtual

Zoom Basics, May 13, 4– 5:30 p.m., Main Library, 5th Floor, Computer Training Center

Escanea y Conserva Tus Fotografías / Scan and Preserve Your Photographs, May 14, 9 a.m.– 12 p.m., Community Living Campaign Office, 1663 Mission St #525

Tech Tools to Make Your Life More Accessible, May 14, 11 a.m. – 12p.m., Virtual 

Information about Lifeline Service, Low-Cost Internet Providers, May 14, 11a.m. – 12 p.m., Main Library, 5th Floor, Learning Studio 

教程: SF Connected計劃提供專為長者而設的電腦技能班，由安老自助處以粵語授課Computer Skills for Seniors by SF Connected in Cantonese, May 14, 1 – 2:30 p.m., Virtual

Curso básico de correo electrónico / Email Basics in Spanish, May 14, 2– 4 p.m., Biblioteca Excelsior, 4400 Mission St.

Ayuda De Computación / Computer Help in Spanish, May 14, 5 – 6:30 p.m., Main Library, 5th Floor, Computer Training Center

工作坊: 訪谷區圖書分館電郵基礎教學以及粵語技術交流活動 / Email Basics at Visitacion Valley Branch Library in Cantonese, May 14, 5:30–7:30 p.m., Visitacion Valley Branch, 201 Leland Ave.

The Unintended Consequences of Technology with Author Chris Ategeka and Scott Mauvais, May 14, 6–7:30 p.m., Main Library, Latino/Hispanic Room, Lower Level

SF Connected計劃提供專為長者而設的電腦技能班，由安老自助處以粵語授課 / Computer Skills for Seniors by SF Connected in Cantonese, May, 15, 10–11:30 a.m., Lady Shaw Senior Center, 1483 Mason Street

Free Tech Training in the Bay Area, May 15, 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m., Virtual 

什麼是「谷歌翻譯」（Google Translate）以及如何使用 (粵語授課的面授班) / What is Google Translate and How to use Google Translate in Cantonese, May 15, 11a.m.–12p.m., Main Library, 5th Floor, Learning Studio

如何創建一個Gmail帳戶 (粵語) / How to Create a Gmail Account in Cantonese, May 15, 12–1 p.m., Main Library, 5th Floor, Learning Studio

Digital Learn—Stay Safe Online, May 15,1– 2 p.m., Main Library, 5th Floor, Computer Training Center

Online Safety Tips—Password Managers and VPNs, May 15, 1– 2 p.m., Virtual

Connecting to Low-Cost Internet Offers, May 15, 2–3 p.m., Main Library, 5th Floor, Learning Studio

Digital Lab Music Production, May 15, 3:30–6:30 p.m., Main Library, Latino/Hispanic Room, Lower Level

Is Your Smartphone or Tablet Ready to Help in an Emergency?, May 16, 10–11 a.m., Main Library, 5th Floor, Learning Studio 

Prepara tu dispositivo móvil para una emergencia / Is Your Smartphone or Tablet Ready to Help in an Emergency? in Spanish, May 16, 11a.m.–12 p.m., Main Library, 5th Floor, Learning Studio

Learn to use Canva, May 16, 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m., Virtual

SF Connected計劃提供專為長者而設的電腦技能班 - 由安老自助處以國語授課 / Computer Skills for Seniors by SF Connected in Mandarin, May 16, 1–2:30 p.m., Lady Shaw Senior Center, 1483 Mason Street

Learn Languages with Rosetta Stone, May 16, 1:30–2:30 p.m., Chinatown/Him Mark Lai Branch,1135 Powell St.

Internet Safety, May 16, 2–2:45 p.m., Main Library, 5th Floor, Learning Studio

Seguridad por Internet / Internet Safety in Spanish, May 16, 3–4 p.m., Main Library, 5th Floor, Learning Studio

Teen Refurbathon, May 16, 3:30–6:30 p.m., Main Library, Latino/Hispanic Room, Lower Level

Photowalk in the Mission/Caminata de Fotos en La Misión, May 17, 10 a.m.–12 p.m., Ruth’s Table, 3160 21st St.

Computer Skills for Seniors by SF Connected, May 17, 1–4 p.m., Lady Shaw Senior Center, 1483 Mason Street

Tablet/Smartphone class for Older Adults 60+, May 17, 1– 2:30 p.m., Sunset Branch Library, 1305 18th Ave.

Protect Yourself from A.I. Scams and Be Cautious with Crypto, May 17, 3–4 p.m., Main Library, Latino/Hispanic Room, Lower Level 

Tech Support Popup for Seniors /  為日落區長者提供免預約的技術支援, May 18, 10:30 – 12:00 p.m., Sunset Branch Library, 1305 18th Ave. 

Learn to Program a Robot Arm, May 18,10:30 – 11:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. –12:30 p.m., Main Library, 5th Floor, Computer Training Center

Virtual Reality Happy Hour, May 18, 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m., Main Library, 5th Floor, Learning Studio

AI and AI Robotics, May 18, 1– 2 p.m., Main Library, Latino/Hispanic Room, Lower Level

AI Robots—A Hands-On Introduction, May 18, 2:30 – 3:30 p.m., Main Library, Latino/Hispanic Room, Lower Level

Internet Safety and Security, May 18, 2–2:45 p.m., Tenderloin Tech Lab at St. Anthony’s, 150 Golden Gate Ave.

Navigating AI - An Intro to AI Tools, May 18, 3– 3:45 p.m., Tenderloin Tech Lab at St. Anthony’s, 150 Golden Gate Ave.

2024 Tech Week SF Partners and Sponsors Include: Friends of the San Francisco Public Library, AT&T Connected Learning, California Department of Financial Protection & Innovation, Community Living Campaign, Community Tech Network (CTN), Curry Senior Center, Dev/Mission, EveryoneOn, Felton Institute Tech Squad, Goodwill, Jewish Vocational Service (JVS), Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development, Scaleup Robotics, San Francisco Office of Digital Equity, St. Anthony’s Tenderloin Tech Lab, Self Help for the Elderly, SF Tech Council, SuperTech FT, Tech Exchange, TechSF, The Women’s Building