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Tech Lab

Tech lab showing three desktop computers against a colorful wall

About the Tech Lab

Located on the lower level of the library, the Tech Lab is a welcoming and engaging space with resources to tap into your creativity and tools for creating new media and digitizing old media—from hardware and software to equipment and helpful staff. 

Have a question about using Tech Lab resources or need some assistance with a project? Contact us by emailing techlab@townofchapelhill.org.

Tech tutoring

Need help with a specific topic? You can book a tech tutoring appointment and request time for one-on-one assistance and expertise. Need language assistance? We offer tech tutoring appointments in Spanish, and the Town of Chapel Hill has free interpretation and translation services. Learn more or call 919-969-5105.

In the collection

Audio Recorder

Audio Recorder

Audio recorder kit. Includes Zoom H6essential audio recorder, SD card, mount, and case.

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internet enabled chromebook

Chromebook

Kit includes a Lenovo 100e Chromebook Gen 4. If you don't have WiFi, each device can connect to the Internet via AT&T mobile data.

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DSLR camera

DSLR camera

A Canon Rebel DSLR camera kit. Includes lens, battery charger, two batteries and memory card in a camera bag.

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Lavalier Microphone

Lavalier Microphone

Lavalier microphone with wireless transmitter and receiver.

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Mini Shotgun Microphone

Mini Shotgun Microphone

Kit includes a Røde VideoMicro II microphone, mount, connecting cord, microphone windscreen, and a case.

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Projection Screen

Projection Screen

A portable, quick set up, self-standing projection screen in a hard-shell carrying case.

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Learning opportunities

Tech Topics: iPhone Basics

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Technology Class
Sign-Up Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 17, 2026 @ 11:00am.
Location: Library
Room: Tech Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Just get an iPhone? Switching from Android? Want to learn how to use your current device better? Join us! Registration required.

Things to Know

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Photography

We frequently take photos and videos at our events. Here's what we do with them.

CWS Spring 2026: Email Basics

3:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Technology Class
Sign-Up Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 18, 2026 @ 3:00pm.
Location: Library
Room: Tech Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for free computer workshops and drop-in tech help with instructors from the UNC School of Information and Library Science, every Wednesday from 3-4 PM in the Tech Lab. 

CWS Spring 2026: Drop-In Tech Help

3:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Technology Class
Sign-Up Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 25, 2026 @ 3:00pm.
Location: Library
Room: Tech Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for free computer workshops and drop-in tech help with instructors from the UNC School of Information and Library Science, every Wednesday from 3-4 PM in the Tech Lab. 

CWS Spring 2026: AI Basics

3:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Technology Class
Sign-Up Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 4, 2026 @ 3:00pm.
Location: Library
Room: Tech Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for free computer workshops and drop-in tech help with instructors from the UNC School of Information and Library Science, every Wednesday from 3-4 PM in the Tech Lab. 

CWS Spring 2026: Drop-In Tech Help

3:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Technology Class
Sign-Up Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 11, 2026 @ 3:00pm.
Location: Library
Room: Tech Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for free computer workshops and drop-in tech help with instructors from the UNC School of Information and Library Science, every Wednesday from 3-4 PM in the Tech Lab. 

CWS Spring 2026: Cloud Storage Basics

3:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Technology Class
Sign-Up Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 25, 2026 @ 3:00pm.
Location: Library
Room: Tech Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for free computer workshops and drop-in tech help with instructors from the UNC School of Information and Library Science, every Wednesday from 3-4 PM in the Tech Lab. 

Available software

All of the programs below are pre-loaded onto the available iMacs in the Tech Lab.  All workstations have headphones available.

  • Adobe Creative Suite 
  • iMovie   
  • GarageBand 
  • Audacity 
  • Blender 
  • Unity 
  • Python
  • Epson scan, ScanSnap, elGato 

Digitization services

In addition to creating new content, we have tools to digitize analog media of various formats. View a list of available equipment below. If you’ll need help digitizing your media, please book a Tech Tutoring appointment. 

  • Audio cassette player
  • A record player (vinyl 45s and 33s)
  • Video tape players (VHS, VHS-c, miniDV tapes, HDV tapes, Digital8/Video8/hi8 tapes)
  • A flatbed scanner (documents, photos, and transparent media like slides or film negatives and positives)
  • A batch scanner for printed photos