Intro to AI: A Hands-On Workshop in Cumberland

Saturday, April 18, 2026 · 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Buchanan Hall, Cumberland Cultural Centre · 2674 Dunsmuir Ave, Cumberland, BC

What Is This?

Curious about AI but not sure where to start? Already using ChatGPT, Claude, or Gemini and want to level up? Join a hands-on afternoon workshop at Buchanan Hall in Cumberland.

We'll explore the AI landscape, demystify the jargon, and get practical — you'll walk away knowing how to use AI as a real thinking partner for work and life.

All skill levels welcome. Whether you've never touched an AI tool or you're already building with them, there's something here for you.

What You'll Experience

The AI landscape today — what's out there, where it's going, and why it matters
Hands-on time with ChatGPT, Claude, and more — on your own device
Tips and tricks from beginner to advanced, including prompting techniques
Live demos of voice AI, image generation, and AI-powered summarization
Small group activities — brainstorm how AI could help with your real-life challenges
A resource page you can revisit anytime after the event

Schedule

Time	What's Happening
1:00 PM	Doors open — arrive, mingle, grab a name tag
1:30 PM	Workshop begins — orientation & the AI landscape
1:55 PM	Hands-on: Getting started with AI tools
2:15 PM	Levelling up: Real-world uses & live demos
2:35 PM	Breakout activity: Your AI ideas
2:50 PM	Wrap-up & what's next
3:00–3:30 PM	Open Q&A and networking (optional)

What Is This?

What You'll Experience

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