AI for Everyday People — Hands-On Beginner’s Workshop

Welcome to AI for Everyday People — Hands-On Beginner’s Workshop!

Are you curious about Artificial Intelligence (AI) but don't know where to start? Join us for a fun and interactive workshop designed for beginners like you! This in-person event will cover the basics of AI in a way that's easy to understand, even if you're not a tech whiz.

If you can type, you can use AI.

A fun, no-jargon introduction to Artificial Intelligence designed for everyday people — no tech background needed.

In this 90-minute hands-on workshop, you’ll:

• Demystify AI once and for all — Understand what Artificial Intelligence really is (and isn’t) in plain, everyday language, so you can finally feel confident talking about it and deciding when to use it.
• Meet the major players & get set up — We’ll introduce you to ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, Google Gemini, Anthropic Claude, and Grok — walking through example account setups so you’re ready to explore each one on your own.
• See exactly how AI can help you — Watch live, real-world examples for work, home, and hobbies — then try them yourself. From drafting an email to planning a trip, you’ll see just how quickly AI can save time and spark new ideas.

You’ll leave with a list of proven prompt ideas, links to trustworthy tools, and the confidence to make AI a part of your everyday life.

Whether you’re a small business owner, a retiree, or just curious about what AI can do, this workshop is your friendly, hands-on first step.

Info: Welcome & Warm-Up — Meet your instructor, get comfortable, and set expectations for the session.


Demystifying AI — Learn what AI really is in plain English, with relatable, everyday examples.


Meet the Major Players — Live demos of ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, Google Gemini, Anthropic Claude, and Grok — see how they stack up.


Hands-On Setup — Walk through example account setups and try your first prompts with guidance.


AI in Action — Real-world business, personal, and creative use cases — plus live audience suggestions.


Wrap-Up & Resources — Leave with a handout full of prompt ideas, tool links, and next steps.

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