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Are You Smarter than a Scammer?
Spotting and Avoiding Online Scams
Tuesday, May 05
10:30am - 12:30pm
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2026-05-05 10:30:00
2026-05-05 12:30:00
America/Indiana/Indianapolis
Are You Smarter than a Scammer?
Can you spot a scam? Learn about common scam methods, what you should do if you receive a scam message, and practice spotting scams in your email, text, or when browsing online.
Decatur Branch -
Can you spot a scam? Learn about common scam methods, what you should do if you receive a scam message, and practice spotting scams in your email, text, or when browsing online.
Scammers keep evolving, but the backbone of their tactics remain the same. We will learn about the most common scam types and some terminology to help you develop a greater understanding of how to avoid falling prey to an online scam. We will discuss several example texts and emails, as well as talk through some scam scenarios to help you develop a plan before you need it.
Join the Tech Learning Team for this enrichment course to answer the question, Are you smarter than a scammer?
This program is made possible by The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation.
AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Computer/Technology | Class/Workshop |
TAGS: | Tech Skills | Tech Learning Team | Senior Citizens | Senior | Scam | online programs | online program | online lecture | Online | Digital Literacy | Computer/Technology | Computer classes | Computer Basics | Computer / Technology | Adults | Adult | #tech | #Online | #computer skills | #Adult |
Decatur Branch
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About the branch
Decatur was the first township outside of Center Township to receive a branch library when the Marwood Branch opened in 1967 in a storefront location. Strong library usage throughout the township demonstrated the need for a new 11,300-square-foot branch that opened on Kentucky Avenue in 1990 as the Decatur Branch and continues to serve the community today.