General Meeting--Wednesday, October 22nd
Topic:
TOPIC: BackUp Your Data
with
Dennis Fisher
The "Computer Doctor"
Dennis Fisher (The Computer Doctor) was our October speaker. "Dennis has been "doctoring" our computers here in the village for many years. His expertise was apparent in his very interesting presentation all about the need and methods of backing up our data.
His presentation was attended by over 60 members. He explained the various types of backup and how computer backup has evolved since the 1950's. Dennis fielded many questions from our members concerning their problems with the how and when to backup. Dennis was very informative and we hope to have him back next year to give another presentation.
Afterwards, the members had a chance to chat with Dennis, socialize with other members and partake in the excellent refreshments.
The
Raffle winners were presented by 
Hal
McCawley:
 Mike McCarthy |  Len Holness |
 Dom Sanfilipo |  Francis McDonald |
Photos by Tony Calderone | |
General Meeting--Wednesday, September 24th
Topic:
TOPIC: It's never too late to
LEARN and KEEP
on LEARNING
about COMPUTERS
with
Harriet Marois Ph.D.
Carlsbad Senior Center
Harriet Marois was our September speaker. Harriet is a professional computer teacher, Microsoft Certified and teaches seniors regularly at the Carlsbad Senior.
Her presentation was attended by over 70 members. She explained the various classes that she teaches on various computer concepts and applications, including "computer literacy" and "computer workshops"as well as private tutoring.
Harriet was very informative and we hope to have her back in the village to help our members keep learning, regardless of our age!
Afterwards, the members had a chance to chat with Harriet, socialize with other members and partake in the excellent refreshments.
The
Raffle winners were presented by
Hal
McCawley:
 George Elliott |  Dorothy Brehove |
 Alicia Oliger |  Kathy Rothschild |
Photos by Tony Calderone | |
General Meeting--Wednesday, June 25th
Topic:
Streaming Audio/Video
By: Cheryl Wester
1:00pm, Abravanel Hall
Cheryl Wester presented Applian Software's suite of programs that make it easy to record and edit any audio or video source on the interent. Applian's software is very user friendly and if unusually flexible.
Applian also has a small but dedicated staff devoted to the idea of recording and editing audio or video for home users. They also have a flexible conversion program to allow for almost everyone's favorite file types.
Cheryl is very adept at the program's functions and demonstrated it to the delight of our club members.
A large crowd was in attendance and was very appreciative of Cheryl's presentation, as she answered many questions from the audience.
Afterwards, refreshments were served as the members had a chance to socialize and ask questions of Cheryl. Visit the Applian website for further information...Discounts below:
—
Replay AV $15.00 off CWAV
— Replay Music $10.00 off CWRM
— Replay Media
Catcher $10.00 off CWMC
— At Large Recorder $15.00 off CWAL
— Replay Suite
$20.00 off CWSUITE
— Replay Screencast $ 5.00 off CWRS
Coupon is good until July 8, 2008. Go to the order page and where it says source code put in the code (above) for the discount...Cheryl Wester
Special
THANKS to Karen Fox and Muriel Kaplan
for selling tickets for
our 20th Anniversary Party...on August 2nd.
Don't
be Late!!
Tickets are on sale at the Concierge Desk on Tuesdays in July,
through the 22nd
The Raffle winners
were presented by
Hal
McCawley:
 Muriel Kaplan |  Wanda Walsh |
 Skip Hayden |  Clarice Magnusen |
Photos by Tony Calderone | |
General Meeting--Wednesday, May 28th
Topic:
Corel Painter
By: Karl Wester
1:00pm, Abravanel Hall
Karl Wester presented Corel's Painter program with a special tablet. This program is for digital photography members who want to do a little more than just resize, sharpen or email pictures. The program can actually make your pictures look like painted pictures. Karl explained the equipment needed and stressed having patience and learning as you are expanding your knowledge of digital photography.
A large crowd was in attendance and was very appreciative of Karl's presentation.
Afterwards, refreshments were served as the members had a chance to socialize and ask questions of Karl.
The Raffle winners were
presented by
Hal
McCawley:
 Sarah Botts |  Selma Ochs |
 Pala' Carden |  Mike McCarthy |
Photos by Tony Calderone & Werner Greve | |
General Meeting--Wednesday, April 23rd
Topic:
"Power
Point made Easy"
By: Dorothy Miller
1:00pm, Abravanel Hall
Our own Dorothy Miller, showed us how easy it is to develop beautiful Power Points. Dorothy retired from Cal State Northridge as the Dean of the Computer Science Department.
Power Point presentations using your PC makes using your computer easier and more interesting for the whole family. Dorothy presented an interesting step-by-step procedure to produce a family oriented Power Point presentation that included text, pictures, animations and sounds.
Her power point presentation can be downloaded onto your computer by clicking here...
A large crowd was in attendance and was very appreciative of the work that she put into her presentation.
Afterwards, refreshments were served as the members had a chance to socialize.
The
Raffle winners were presented by
Hal
McCawley:
 Gary Baur |  Peter Klaphaak |
 Ruth Gans |  Fay Zimmerman |
Photos by Tony Calderone | |
General Meeting--Wednesday, March 26th
Topic:
Teen-Senior Connect
By:
Erica Schild
TS Connect.org
Erica Schild, founder of Teen-Senior Connect was our speaker. Erica reviewed her organization's startup two years ago, when she was a Sophomore in High School. She decided then to provide services to seniors who needed assistance with their computers.
She showed us her web site and gave us an overview of her organization's reach in San Diego county. Many questions were fielded by Erica (and her father). It is hoped that Erica can provide further assistance to our club, by forming a partnership with a local high school. Students actually tutor seniors and get high school credit for their time.
We are looking forward to a continuing relationship with Erica and TS Connect.
Afterwards, refreshments were served as the members had a chance to socialize.
The
Raffle winners were presented by
Hal
McCawley:
 Louise Western |  Muriel Kaplan |
 Wanda Walsh |  Patti Kopcho |
 Don Wirth | Photos by Tony Calderone |
General Meeting--Wednesday, February 27th
Topic:
"Home Networking"
By:
Bill Goodall
Computer Consultant
Bill Goodall, Owner of Meaningful Media and Microcomputer & Telecommunications Consultant was our featured speaker. Bill updated us on the latest Home Networking systems, with an interesting overview of the present and future systems in networking.
A great turnout was impressed with the technical and practical knowledge of our speaker, with many questions concerning the use of wireless and cabled networking. Bill also reviewed the "Ten Mistakes you Don't Want to Make with your Computer"...
Afterwards, refreshments were served as the members had a chance to socialize.
The
Raffle winners were presented by
Hal
McCawley:
 Terry Brown |  Fred O'Hara |
 Fay Zimmerman |  Peter Klaphaak |
Photos
by Dick Travis | |
General Meeting--Wednesday, January 23rd
Topic:
"Dragon Naturally"
By:
Liz Garber
Carlsbad
Liz Garber, E & H Business Services in Carlsbad was our featured speaker. Liz updated us on the latest Dragon Naturally software for PC's. She demonstrated how to create Word, Excel and email documents through "voice recognition".
A good turnout was impressed with the ease of use of the Dragon Naturally software. She also demonstrated how to make corrections and "train" your computer to recognize your particular voice and accent.
The members had many questions which Liz fielded concerning the application of the software. Liz also offered to train individuals or groups in the application of the Dragon Naturally software.
Afterwards, wine & cheese were served as the members had a chance to socialize.
Eva
Nygard & Lester Hoffman
Gerry
Stier & Frank Petronella
The Raffle winners were presented by Hal McCawley:
 Fred Spiegl |  Patti Kopcho |
 Bob Van Houten |  John Schlecht |
Photos
by Tony Calderone | |