Social Membership is required to utilize the Technology Learning Center TLC. You can purchase a guest day pass for $10 at membership services.

The TLC is located on the lower level. Inside, you will find educational classes and discussion groups . We have laptops, Google Chromebooks, and iPads available. Learn more from the monthly program guide or our schedules page.

Tech Mates are 125 LIVE members who volunteer their time and expertise to provide personal assistance with smartphones, tablets, computers, smartwatches, entertainment, and other technology. In addition, 125 LIVE Tech Mates support the 125 LIVE photography and genealogy programs.

Tech Mate volunteers can help you or answer questions on Mondays from noon to 1 p.m. in the TLC. Tech Mates assistance is at no charge for 125 LIVE Social Members.

Tech Sharing Discussion Group. 11 am-Noon, Mondays in the TLC.
Join us for an informal collaborative discussion about technology concepts, ideas, and questions. There is no formal agenda, curriculum, or topic. Each session is open to what the participants wish to discuss. All participants are equal. This is your group, so help to make it address your learning goals. Participants may choose to bring their technology to enhance discussion.
Free for Social Members. A day pass or guest pass for nonsocial members. Registration is not required.

Visit Membership Services or call 507-287-1404 to join 125 LIVE as a social member. You can purchase a $ 10. guest day pass.

Please bring your device(s), chargers, and any account login/passwords necessary when you come.

The Tech Mates team finds gratification in helping others with technology-related issues and meeting and socializing with new people.  The team is actively seeking new volunteers.  If you want to join the team, email [email protected] for more information.