Springdale Computer Center

Sheila Stalp a representative for Cathy McMorris Rodgers.

Jeff Tamietti, Shirley, Mike Pammler, Jon, and Larry Gunther . Ribbon cutting ceremony.

Thea student from Mary Walker singing the National Anthem during our ceremony.

11/15/08

About Ecliptixnet Broadband, Inc.

Scientists tell us the universe is expanding, and so is Ecliptixnet Broadband, Inc.

Jennifer and Jeff Tamietti, company owners, have a vision to see high-speed internet service extended to those in small towns and rural communities. The Tamiettis’ vision began to materialize and luminescence with the obtainment a couple years ago, of a U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development Community Connect Program grant, offered for just such endeavors. The community of Springdale also fit the criteria.

Jennifer says one hope, among many, for Ecliptixnet is to offer the wireless internet access to people who want to operate home-based businesses, giving local online commerce a leg up, and making it possible where it has struggled before.

The greater efficiency of high-speed will enhance people’s ability to operate online business and check their web pages.

Jennifer revealed one of the couple’s first inspirations for Ecliptixnet. When Jeff was in the U.S. Air Force, stationed in Korea, the couple video-conference over the computer. The magic of this technology allowed Jeff to appear present at family occasions, stateside, including the children’s birthdays, while he physically remained in Korea. It was an immense blessing, but Jennifer was still on slow dial-up internet. The thought occurred to her; how wonderful it would be, if she could Video conference via high-speed internet. How much simpler and quicker, with virtually no delays in transmission!

Having a graduating class of around 20 students, and hailing from the small town of Albertan, northwest of Missoula, Montana, Jennifer intuitively understands rural communities. She realizes the need for good wireless internet in bucolic areas currently devoid of such services. And, now that the Springdale computer center building is opening adjacent to the city hall, she and Jeff are paving the way for expansion. Similar Ecliptixnet services, in Marcus and Northport.

Watch Ecliptixnet wireless internets go, expanding like the stars.

EcliptixNet

Broadband, Inc. website

Jeff Tamietti, CEO

P.O. Box 235

Medical Lake, WA 99022-0235

Office: (509) 279-0393

Email : support@ecliptixnet.com or corporate@ecliptixnet.com

About the computer center

The 1,250 sq. ft. Springdale Center has finally been completed.

The Center features a computer room and a conference/presentation room.

Our computer room houses 13 computers, 1 monochrome laser printer, and

1 color DeskJet printer; all brand new. Our conference/presentation room has a state-of-the-art multimedia computer system, partnered with both a stereo receiver and a DLP widescreen projector. This system can be used for technology-based training and educational seminars as well as community meetings and movie presentations.

We also have Wi-Fi

Enjoy the view of the town’s park while utilizing the free Internet access on your personal laptops from our Wi-Fi. It works from your vehicle as well as the patio or in the building. Most times the Wy-Fi will automatically connect to your computer.

Summary

The computer Center is a safe, fully monitored building with camera surveillance. Our facility is for the community and it is a free use computer center. You can do things like email, unemployment, school work, research, share pictures to your facebook, or send a short message to your Twitter followers. Buy sell on EBay or Craig's list. The computers are set up with Java so you can go to your favorite games sites and have fun!. The computers are set up with Word, Excel and Microsoft picture manager for cropping & compressing photos for attachments in your emails. There is more programs too. And you can save your work to a thumb drive easily. Its always a good idea to have a thumb drive & remember to save your work on the computers often. It’s the best advise we could give so you don’t lose your 35 minutes of work you just finishes.

Computer productivity classes ~ Sara Bussell of Rural Resources is teaching our Computer Literacy programs, which is introduction to Basic Computers, Word & Excel. With a focus on getting ready to go to work. Please call 509-685-6138 pre-register and get more information on these classes.

The Computer Literacy Program - Free!

Computer Basics:

2nd Tuesday & Wednesday of each month @ 10:30am-12:00

Intro to Microsoft Word & Excel

4th Tuesday & Thursday of each month @ 10:30am-12:00

Call Sara Bussell 1-509-685-6138 to pre-register for classes at computer center.

Computer assistance from our volunteers.

Since the internet has become such a large part of our lives, it’s becoming more important to know something about computers and being online. Maybe you need to set up an email account, what ever it is don’t hesitate to ask for help. Our volunteers are here to help if we can.

Computer Literacy program

Sonny Clemmer pictured above on the right sharing a pose for the camera with Andrew and his Computer Basics Certificate of Completion in hand. 5132009

EcliptixNet

Website

Mary Walker School website

School starts Wednesday September 1st, 2010

Springdale Library Station is located in the computer center building.

204 N. 2nd St.
Springdale, WA 99173
509-233-3016
Toll Free 1(877)231-5500
Main Library EMAIL

Springdale Library Station Wednesdays 1 - 5pm
Patrons may request materials during open hours or on the catalog web page by telephone or though the Librarian Chuck Morris Chuck@scrld.org

Resource Link

Springdale Library Station

Find programs, services and other resources to help you manage temporary financial crises and improve your life. Meet one on one with a resource specialist from Rural Resources to learn about help that's available to you - utility assistance, job training, weatherization, housing, food and more and how to access it. www.ruralresources.org