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San Francisco’s Free “Tech Week” (Oct. 5-12)

Saturday, October 5, 2024 - 10:30 am to 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free

San Francisco Main Public Library | 100 Larkin St, San Francisco, CA 94102

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Building new skills or just getting started with technology? Tech Week (Oct.5-12) is here to help with more than 40 free programs and one-on-one tech support!

A collaborative effort between SFPL and many community partners, Tech Week has something for everyone, featuring sessions on everything from AI education and robotics to basic tech help and music workshops.

Tech Week features both in-person and virtual sessions and includes events in English, Spanish and Chinese. In-person programs take place at various Library and partner locations throughout the City.

For more information or the latest updates, check out our website or call The Bridge at Main, (415) 557-4388.

Tech Week Schedule

Saturday October 5, 2024

  • Resume Workshop, 10:30 a.m. – 2 p.m., St. Anthony’s Tenderloin Technology Lab, 150 Golden Gate Ave.
  • Protect Yourself from Fraud and Scams, 11 a.m.– 12 p.m., Main Library, Learning Studio, 5th Floor
  • A.I. and A.I. Robotics, 1 – 2 p.m., Main Library, Latino/Hispanic Meeting Room, Lower Level
  • A.I. Robots, A Hands-On Introduction, 2:30 – 4 p.m., Main Library, Latino/Hispanic Meeting Room, Lower Level

Sunday October 6, 2024

  • Design a Mini Jack-o’-Lantern to 3D Print using Tinkercad, 1:30 – 3 p.m., Main Library, Computer Training Center, 5th Floor

Monday October 7, 2024

  • Digital Literacy Class, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Goodwill Training and Career Center, 750 Post St.
  • Microsoft Windows 11—Basics and Tips, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., Virtual
  • CapCut—Video Editing App on Phones and Tablets, 1 – 1:45 p.m., Virtual
  • 社交:「隨街隨拍」遊走藝術宮(中文) / Social: Photowalk at the Palace of Fine Arts in Chinese, 2 – 4 p.m., Palace of Fine Arts, 3601 Lyon St.
  • Zoom Basics, 3 – 4:30 p.m., Main Library, Computer Training Center, 5th Floor; Virtual
  • 教程: 照片及視頻編輯(粵語) / Tutorial: Photo and Video Editing in Cantonese, 3 – 4 p.m., Virtual
  • 教程: 照片及視頻編輯(國語) / Tutorial: Photo and Video Editing in Mandarin, 4 – 5 p.m., Virtual

Tuesday October 8, 2024

  • Microsoft Excel for Beginners, 10 – 12 p.m., Main Library, Computer Training Center, 5th Floor
  • 講座:探索及練習ChatGPT功能(粵語)/ Exploring and Practicing ChatGPT Features in Cantonese, 2 – 3:30 p.m., Virtual
  • Refurbathon for All, 3:30 – 6:30 p.m., Main Library, Latino/Hispanic Meeting Room, Lower Level

Wednesday October 9, 2024

  • Scan and Preserve Your Photographs / 掃描並保存你的照片, 9 – 12 p.m., Community Living Campaign, 1663 Mission St. #52
  • 講座:探索不同的翻譯功能(粵語)/ Workshop: Exploring Various Translation Features in Cantonese, 10 – 11:30 a.m., Lady Shaw Senior Center, 1483 Mason Street
  • Seguridad por Internet y Ciberseguridad, 10 – 11 a.m., Main Library, Learning Studio, 5th Floor
  • SF Health Network Patient Portal Training, 11 a.m.– 12 p.m., Main Library, Learning Studio, 5th Floor
  • Information about Lifeline Service and Low-Cost Internet Providers, 11a.m. – 1 p.m., Bayview/Linda Brooks-Burton, 5075 3rd St.
  • Spot and Dodge Common Scams/Smartphone Fundamentals, 1 – 2 p.m., Main Library, Learning Studio, 5th Floor
  • Tech Tools for Accessibility, 2 – 3 p.m., Virtual
  • Tech Support Popup for Seniors / 教程: 為日落區長者提供免預約的技術支援, 4 – 5:30 p.m., Sunset Branch, 1305 18th Ave.
  • Introduction to Audio Production with SFJAZZ Digital Lab, 4 – 6 p.m., Main Library

Thursday October 10, 2024

  • 講座:瀏覽器及搜索引擎(國語) / Workshop: Browsers and Search Engines in Mandarin , 10 – 11:30 a.m., Lady Shaw Senior Center, 1483 Mason Street
  • Photowalk in the Mission/Caminata de Fotos en La Misión, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., Ruth’s Table, 3160 21st St.
  • Digital Literacy Class, 10 – 2 p.m., Goodwill Training and Career Center, 750 Post St.
  • Learn to Program a Robot Arm, 10 – 11 a.m., Main Library, Computer Training Center, 5th Floor
  • Tech Squad/SF Connected 帶你探索數碼健康平台 (廣東話), 11 – 12 p.m., Visitacion Valley, 201 Leland Ave.
  • PressReader and Flipster, 12 – 1 p.m., Main Library, Computer Training Center, 5th Floor
  • Digital Passport Bingo, 1 – 2:30 p.m, Main Library, Learning Studio, 5th Floor
  • Tech Squad/SF Connected 帶你探索多樣翻譯工具 (廣東話), 1 – 2 p.m., Visitacion Valley, 201 Leland Ave.
  • Using the Accessibility Features in Microsoft Office, 3 – 4 p.m., Main Library, Computer Training Center, 5th Floor
  • A.I. — The Good, the Bad and the Ugly 6 – 7 p.m., Main Library, Learning Studio, 5th Floor

Friday October 11, 2024

  • Digital Literacy Class, 10 – 2 p.m., Goodwill Training and Career Center, 750 Post St.
  • Introduction to Digital Note Taking, 11 – 12 p.m., Virtual
  • One-on-One Tech Help, 12:30 – 3:30 p.m., Lady Shaw Senior Center, 1483 Mason Street
  • Email Basics, 1 – 3 p.m., Excelsior, 4400 Mission St.
  • Connecting to Low-Cost Internet Offers, 1 – 2 p.m., Main Library, Learning Studio, 5th Floor
  • Workshop: Write Your Life Story Using A.I., 2 – 3:30 p.m., Main Library, Computer Training Center, 5th Floor
  • Social: Film-shorts in Virtual Reality, 4 – 5:30 p.m., Main Library, Learning Studio, 5th Floor

Saturday October 12, 2024

  • ¿Qué es Google?, 3 – 4 p.m., Main Library, Computer Training Center, 5th Floor
  • eBook Drop-In, 3 – 4:30 p.m. Main Library, Atrium

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.


Cost: FREE*
*Free
Categories: In Person, Lectures & Workshops, Online
Address: 100 Larkin St, San Francisco, CA 94102

Saturday, October 5, 2024

6:30 am   Take the Scenic Route w/ San Francisco Bay Ferry (As Low As $1)  $4.70*
*Riders can purchase tickets using their Clipper Card or in the SF Bay Ferry app. One-way transbay ferries start at $4.70. "Short Hops" like SF Ferry Building to SF Pier 41, or Main Street Alameda to Oakland Jack London Square start just $1.
9:00 am   Westbrae Pumpkin Patch 2024 in North Berkeley (Daily until Oct. 31)  FREE*
*Free to peruse, but pumpkins for purchase
9:00 am   “Viva Italia: A Showcase of Iconic Italian Design” in Palo Alto (Oct. 4-19)  FREE*
*Floor stock is readily available for purchase
9:30 am   Free “Legion of Honor” Museum Day for Bay Area Residents (Every Saturday)  FREE*
*Free general admission to Bay Area residents. Valid ID or proof of residency required. This offer applies only to the permanent collection galleries. Timed advanced tickets required
9:30 am   Free de Young Museum Day for Bay Area Residents (Every Saturday)  FREE*
*Free general admission to Bay Area residents. Valid ID or proof of residency required. This offer applies only to the permanent collection galleries. Advanced timed tickets required.
10:00 am   Oakland Vintage Market (First Saturday of the Month)  FREE
All Day   Bank of America’s “Museums On Us” Free Museum Weekend (2024)  FREE*
*Free for Bank of America or Merrill Lynch Card Holders. Some venues may be closed on certain days; please confirm directly with participating museums.
11:00 am   2024 Hardly Strictly Bluegrass: Saturday Lineup (Golden Gate Park)  FREE
11:00 am   “Bon Marché” European-Inspired 2nd Hand Market (Albany)  FREE*
*Free entrance for the 2nd hand market and the Halloween Costume Swap
11:00 am   2024 “Oaktoberfest in the Dimond” Open-Air Beer Festival (Oakland)  FREE*
*Free, but bring money for beer and food, or purchase advance tickets.
11:30 am   Bluegrass Brunch at SF’s Rooftop Salesforce Park  FREE*
*Free for all
12:00 pm   Trumer Brewery Oktoberfest 2024  FREE*
*RSVP for free entry to event. Food and Beer available for purchase on-site.
1:00 pm   2-for-1 Distillery Tour & Whiskey Tasting at Tripp Distillery (Pacifica)  $9*
*Distillery Tour and tastings for two $9 (normally $18)
1:00 pm   “Sounds of the Street” Free Outdoor Concerts at SF’s India Basin Shoreline Park (Oct. 5-6)  FREE
3:00 pm   SF’s “Pier Party” at Fisherman’s Wharf: Free Summer Concert Series (2024)  FREE
4:00 pm   SF’s 6th Annual Oktoberfest by the Beach  $39
6:00 pm   “MAPP” SF’s Free Art, Poetry & Concert Crawl in The Mission  FREE
6:00 pm   $15 Off Tix: SF’s “Terror Vault” 1874 Halloween Haunt is Back (Oct. 4-Nov. 2)  $15 Off*
*$15 off tickets with code FUNCHEAP at checkout, but only 50 discount tickets available per date
7:00 pm   San Francisco POC Comedy Night (Fridays & Saturdays)  FREE*
*Use secret code FUNCHEAP for comp tickets, otherwise, $10 off with secret code FUNCHEAP
7:00 pm   “Crazy Funny Asians” Comedy Showcase (SF)  FREE*
*Free tickets, but RSVP Required. Donations ($5-$10) greatly appreciated. Otherwise, $15 adv / $20 door tickets also available
7:00 pm   FREE: Oakland Comedy Saturday Night @ Secret Speakeasy (7p + 9p Shows)  FREE*
*Limited free tickets with code FUNCHEAP (donations appreciated). Otherwise use code FUNCHEAP5 for $5 off early bird and general admission tickets
8:00 pm   “Puff Puff Laugh” SF’s Cannabis Lounge Comedy Show (Moe Greens)  FREE*
*Free with RSVP (21+ with Valid ID) - One item minimum purchase per person required, but pre-rolls start at just $7
8:45 pm   SF’s HellaDesi Comedy Night (Every Friday & Saturday)  FREE*
*Free with RSVP for first 100 people. $10 advanced tickets or $20 at door without RSVP
9:00 pm   SF’s Prince vs. Michael Jackson DJ Party (NoPa)  $10
10:00 pm   No Scrubs: ’90s Hip Hop and R&B Night at “The Function” (SF)  FREE*
*Free with RSVP before 11pm. Otherwise Get $5 off "Entry anytime" Tickets - Early Bird tickets $5 adv ($7.18 w/ fees) w/ code FUNCHEAP (otherwise $12.51). - 21+
10:00 pm   Drunk Theatre: “Nightmare on Valencia St.” Wild Comedy Show (October 2024)  $20*
*$20 adv / $25 door
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