Foundational Tech

Foundational Tech

Coming Sessions

Online Payment Tools: Making Sure they are Legitimate

Instructor: Mariana Carvalho

Date: 7/13/2026

Time: 1 to 2pm

Location: Zoom

Description: There are many online payment tools - ways to send or receive money from others. There are also scams. This session will show what tools exist, how they are used, and what to watch out for.

AI and Google: Docs, Sheets, and Gemini

Instructor: Mariana Carvalho

Date: 8/10/2026

Time: 1 to 2pm

Location: Zoom

Using Docs, Sheets and Gemini. What is the latest with docs and sheets. How to use Gemini to streamline your work or tasks. This session will apply these tools to your every day activities (like emailing, letters, shopping lists, etc)

Does technology sometimes feel like a locked door without a key? You aren’t alone. For many of us, the digital world can feel frustrating, intimidating, or just plain exhausting. But at CCTV, we believe no one should be left behind.

Our Foundational Technology program is designed specifically for those of us who would rather be doing anything else but don't want to miss out on staying connected. We’re turning "tech stress" into community strength.

Join us online by Zoom - and an occasional in-person meetup.

Check out the Foundational Tech Resource Page. It contains videos and slides of past classes, resources, and a schedule for coming classes.

Have an idea for a future Foundation Tech lesson? Email learn@cctvcambridge.org with your ideas!

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