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Digital Skills Series for All Ages with Emmy Hilliard!


PHOTOGRAPHY, TECHNOLOGY, & DIGITAL SKILLS -
Fall/Winter 2025

Emmy Hilliard of Grow Digital Skills, will help you discover the power of all things tech and computer related. The topics are endless and current based on what's trending in this fast moving digital world. You cannot escape using digital media, social media, the internet, apps, and personal electronic devices in this modern world.  All you can do is learn about it, learn how to use it, and learn how to optimize or minimize it to best suit your lifestyle.  

Bring your questions, your curiosity, and be ready to learn.

Handouts will be available as a reference during each presentation, with a Question & Answer period at the end of each class.

If you shop online, use smart home devices, or own a smartphone, tablet, laptop, desktop, TV, or iPad, then you will leave each series as a more informed and healthier digital citizen.  

All ages welcome!

1. Travel Tech Mastery- Sept 15

  • Finding the best travel deals online
  • Navigation and translation for travel and map apps
  • Staying connected while traveling

2. Exercise the Brain and Body with Cognitive Wellness Apps -Sept 22

  • Exploring the best Brain Training Apps and Digital Puzzles
  • Language Learning Apps for Cognitive Health
  • Exercising the body at home or anywhere with these apps!

3. Digital Safety & Scam Protection: Staying Safe Online - Oct 13

  • Become a scam detective: Learn to spot red flags in emails, texts, and websites before they fool you
  • Master the art of bulletproof passwords and discover free tools that remember them for you
  • Take control of your digital footprint and lock down your privacy like a pro

4. Photos to Memories - Oct 20

  • Organizing and sharing digital photos
  • Creating digital photo books
  • Cloud backup strategies

5. Digital Legacy Planning: Organizing Your Digital Life- Nov 3

  • Build your personal digital vault: Create a secure, organized system for all your online accounts and treasures
  • Future-proof your memories: Set up digital inheritance so your photos, stories, and accounts reach loved ones
  • Transform digital chaos into peace of mind with simple organizing strategies that take minutes to maintain

6. Cutting the Cord: Streaming TV Guide- Nov 10

  • Understanding streaming services
  • Hardware options and setup
  • Cost-saving strategies

7. Music Streaming Mastery: Navigating Spotify, Apple Music & Pandora- Dec 1

  • Unlock the secrets of each platform to find your perfect music match (and maybe save money!)
  • Become your own DJ: Create mood-perfect playlists and discover your next favorite artist with ease
  • Stream smarter, not harder: Hidden features and tricks to get premium perks without the premium price

8. Discovering Audiobooks: From Library Apps to Audible- Dec 8

  • Turn your library card into a goldmine of FREE audiobooks with apps you never knew existed  
  • Navigate Audible like an insider: Score deals, maximize credits, and build your dream library
  • Match your listening style to the perfect app and never run out of great stories again

Each topic within the series is independent.  Sign up for your topic of interest, or sign up for all!  

"Great classes with a passionate instructor, well versed in multiple topics. Would definitely attend another class with Emmy!"
Instructor

Emmy Hilliard


Emmy Hilliard founded Grow Digital Skills, www.growdigitalskills.org, Vermont’s women-led digital empowerment non-profit. Dedicated to making technology accessible to all, Emmy is passionate about fostering digital literacy across generations. She believes in the power of lifelong learning and every individual’s valuable perspective on the digital world. Emmy's approach emphasizes patience, clear communication, and hands-on experience, creating a welcoming environment where everyone can thrive in our increasingly connected society. When not exploring the latest tech trends, Emmy enjoys being with her family, hiking, crafting, and cooking. She finds inspiration in the experiences and wisdom of the community she serves and is always eager to learn something new from those around her.

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1. Travel Tech Mastery

  Emmy Hilliard


Champlain Valley Union High School : 132
Monday, Sep 15
5:30 - 7:00 PM

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$ 35.00
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2. Exercise the Brain and Body with Cognitive Wellness Apps

  Emmy Hilliard


Champlain Valley Union High School : 132
Monday, Sep 22
5:30 - 7:00 PM

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$ 35.00
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3. Digital Safety & Scam Protection: Staying Safe Online

  Emmy Hilliard


Champlain Valley Union High School : 132
Monday, Oct 13
5:30 - 7:00 PM

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$ 35.00
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4. Photos to Memories

  Emmy Hilliard


Champlain Valley Union High School : 132
Monday, Oct 20
5:30 - 7:00 PM

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$ 35.00
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5. Digital Legacy Planning: Organizing Your Digital Life

  Emmy Hilliard


Champlain Valley Union High School : 132
Monday, Nov 3
5:30 - 7:00 PM

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$ 35.00
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6. Cutting the Cord: Streaming TV Guide

  Emmy Hilliard


Champlain Valley Union High School : 126
Monday, Nov 10
5:30 - 7:00 PM

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$ 35.00
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7. Music Streaming Mastery: Navigating Spotify, Apple Music & Pandora

  Emmy Hilliard


Champlain Valley Union High School : 132
Monday, Dec 1
5:30 - 7:00 PM

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$ 35.00
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8. Discovering Audiobooks: From Library Apps to Audible

  Emmy Hilliard


Champlain Valley Union High School : 132
Monday, Dec 8
5:30 - 7:00 PM

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$ 35.00
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