AI Essentials Workshop: Intro to Chatting With AI for Seniors

Chat bot interacting with smartphone users.

Date(s):

Saturday, February 21, 2026

Time:

1 p.m. - 3 p.m.

Location:

Platt Branch Library

Type:

In Person

Audience:

Adults, Seniors

Category:

Computers & Technology, Lectures

Language:

English

RSVP:

For questions, please call (818) 340-9386 or visit the Reference Desk.

Description:

Seniors and adults are welcome to attend a special AI Essentials Workshop: Intro to Chatting with AI with Bridge The Digital Divide.

Bridge The Digital Divide is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization with a mission to sustainably repurpose technology, enable digital access. Their mission is to close the digital divide through free digital literacy training, tech access, and e-waste recycling-ensuring no one is left behind in the digital age.

Curious about using ChatGPT or Gemini but not sure where to start? In this lecture, we'll explore tips for using generative AI chat programs so you can make them work for you. You'll learn how to write questions or prompts, that are specific and effective at getting helpful responses. Whether you plan to use them at work, for personal projects, or just for fun, we'll show you how this tech can help you with all sorts of tasks. We'll cover best practices for privacy and security so you can be a confident user.

This event is hosted by the Platt Library's Teen Council and generously funded by the Library Foundation of Los Angeles Teens Leading Change Initiative.

For ADA accommodations, call (213) 228-7430 at least 72 hours prior to the event.

Para ajustes razonables según la ley de ADA, llama al (213) 228-7430 al menos 72 horas antes del evento.

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