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Hello CMUG Friends!
GENERAL INFORMATION
2010 Educational Survey. Carolyn Herrin, our new VP of Education, would be interested in knowing what CMUG members would like to see offered for classes in 2010, and at what level you would like the class taught -- with Level 1 the most basic, and Level 4 -- able to teach the class. Please download and print a copy of our Educational Offering Survey (PDF format), fill it out and mail to CMUG, Attention: Carolyn Herrin, P.O. Box 1254, Hernando, FL 34442-1254. If you prefer, just print the form, circle the answers, scan the completed form, and email it to Carolyn. Thank you for your input. Results of the survey will be tabulated and given to the Board for consideration.
These are important for Carolyn to solicit instructors for subjects that you would like taught and to try and find demo topics that you would find interesting and beneficial. The more surveys filled in, the greater chance of great classes!
Special Interest Group (SIG) Notification. CALLING ALL BEGINNERS! Carolyn Herrin (VP Education and beginner computer user!) is starting a group for beginners to help each other become more proficient in the operating system and navigating around the desktop, etc. We can expand our need lists as we master different areas. If you are interested, contact Carolyn at carolynwherrin@mac.com. Bring your computer and a notebook so we can talk about each of our needs and write down any helpful hints that fall into our laps. Don't worry if you can't make a SIG group. Just stay in touch for future meeting times/locations as these may change.
2010 Membership Form. If you'd like to join or renew your CMUG membership, please download and print a copy of our 2010 Membership Form (PDF format), fill it out, and submit with your check to CMUG, P.O. Box 1254, Hernando, FL 34442-1254. If you'd like to come to one of our meetings or labs, just bring the form and a check with you. We're always happy to see new faces!
My Mac Cheat Sheet. Whether your Mac asks you for certain information or you're seeking help from Apple or an Apple Authorized Service Provider (AASP), there may come a time when you need to have your various passwords, dial-up numbers, mail server addresses, email addresses, hardware specifications, serial number, and other information handy. And then you discover that you've either forgotten or misplaced this information. If you forget it, don't sweat it -- pull up your Mac Cheat Sheet instead. Apple created this little form for you to enter all that easy-to-forget information once, and then stow it safely away should you ever need it. Just download the Cheatsheet PDF document, print it out, fill out the fields with your information, and store it in a safe and secure place.
Monthly CMUG Magazine. The first issue of our CMUG magazine is available online to the general public as a 2.7 MB PDF document suitable for reading, downloading or printing. Jo Foster volunteered to set it up for publication online, and we thank her for all her work. If you have suggestions for Jo, just e-mail her at ohanajo@embarqmail.com AND be nice. This sample first issue is available to the general public, but a slightly different version of this first issue and all future issues will be available to MEMBERS ONLY in the password-protected Message Board area.
CMUG By-Laws. The CMUG Board of Directors presented the finalized by-laws for approval at the October 2006 meeting, and they were unanimously accepted by the attending membership.
Word of Caution: If there are storms threatening, disconnect your computer from your internet connection or phone line, or unplug it entirely. Also, everyone should have a good surge protector, just in case (not the $10 variety you get at the hardware store). They are available through Bright House Networks and Progress Energy. A good surge protector (Panamax variety) is available online at http://www.panamax.com.
Phony Emails and Scams. If you have a question about an email you receive that sounds like it could be a hoax, please don't pass it on. We all get enough junk email! To check these out, go to:
Message Board. Please use the Message Board if you have questions or problems relating to anything Mac. Be sure to check out our new Member Mentors page. Contact Curt Herrin for user name and password to gain access.
Questions or Issues? Contact Bill Dean via email at bjdean@embarqmail.com, phone 527-8405 with technical questions or issues.
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CLASSES, LABS, WORKSHOPS, AND MEETINGS
Like to plan ahead? Now you can. Our new 2010 Calendar for Classes, Meetings, Labs and Workshops is available for your viewing. Hope this helps so we might see more of you this year and next.
If you need directions to Central Florida Community College (CFCC), please see the About Us page.
| 2010 Calendar |
| Month |
Class |
Meeting |
Lab |
Workshop |
| January 2010 |
16 |
22 |
24 |
26 |
| February 2010 |
20 |
26 |
28 |
23 |
| March 2010 |
20 |
26 |
28 |
23 |
| April 2010 |
17 |
23 |
25 |
27 |
| May 2010 |
15 |
28 |
23 |
25 |
| June 2010 |
19 |
25 |
27 |
22 |
| July 2010 |
17 |
23 |
25 |
27 |
| August 2010 |
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|
22 |
24 |
| September 2010 |
18 |
24 |
26 |
28 |
| October 2010 |
16 |
22 |
24 |
26 |
| November 2010 |
20 |
19 |
28 |
23 |
| December 2010 |
|
|
26 |
28 |
- Saturday, March 20, 1-5 p.m. at CFCC, Building L4, Room 1-3, Class on iMovie 8.
iMovie 8 will be offered again on March 20. If you were unable to attend the night class, be sure to join us at 1:00 p.m. on the Campus of CFCC, Bldg L4 , Room 103. After you walk through the double doors, it is the first hallway on the right and the entrance to the room is across from the restrooms. It will be opened at noon. You will need to arrive early as it does take time to set up and import the movie clips that will be used to make a movie project.
iMovie 7 and 8 are similar and you can learn both at this class. To be sure you have either version, go to your applications folder and if you have the Star by iMovie, you have it. If you have the older movie Clapboard, then this is not the class for you. But please let me know if you want a class on iMovie 6 at a later date
All your materials will be supplied. Just bring your computer and everything you need to operate it along with the desire to learn.
Anyone who attended our night class and would like to sit in on a refresher, please do. Besides, we will have an extra hour to learn. Your fee will be only $5, which helps pay for the room.
Instruction begins at 1 p.m., and will run until 5 p.m. The class fee is $10 for individuals, $15 for family and $20 for non-members. Please bring your computer if possible, since hands-on is always better for learning, and come earlier to set it up. Please do not bring homemade refreshments as they are not allowed at the University. Only store bought or catered foods permitted (health and insurance issue). To sign up, e-mail Carolyn Herrin at carolynwherrin@mac.com.
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- Monday, March 22, 5:30-9:00 p.m. at CFCC Lecanto Campus, Building L4, Class on iDVD or Photoshop Elements.
Instruction begins at 5:30 p.m., and will run until 9 p.m. The class fee is $10 for individuals, $15 for family and $20 for non-members. Please bring your computer if possible, since hands-on is always better for learning, and come earlier to set it up. Please do not bring homemade refreshments as they are not allowed at the University. Only store bought or catered foods permitted (health and insurance issue). To sign up, e-mail Carolyn Herrin at carolynwherrin@mac.com.
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- Tuesday, March 23, 1-5 p.m., Beverly Hills Workshop.
The Beverly Hills Workshop will be held on Tuesday at the Beverly Hills Community Building. * NOTE: Starting in April, the Workshop will move to CFCC. * Come for instruction, minor tune-up, class follow-up when possible, or software and hardware problems. Bring your computer and make sure that you bring all the necessary hardware to run your computer. The mouse and cables are frequently forgotten.
If you would like to request a specific topic you wish covered, contact Bill Dean via email at bjdean@embarqmail.com or phone at 527-8405 for questions about the Workshop.
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- Friday, March 26, 6:30-9:00 p.m., Meeting at CFCC Lecanto Campus, Building L4.
At this month's meeting, we will make a presentation to our two CMUG scholarship winners.
Meetings are held at the CFCC Lecanto Campus, Building L4, and start at 6:30 p.m. with an informal Question and Answer session, followed by a brief business session and the evening's program starting at 7:00p.m. If you have any questions about the meeting, please contact Alan Wentzell via email at alan_wentzell@mac.com.
- Sunday, March 28, 1-5 p.m., Lab/Tuneup at CFCC Lecanto Campus, Building L4.
The lab/tuneup will be on Sunday at CFCC Lecanto Campus, Building L4. Bring your computer for tune-up, correction of problems or for one-on-one instruction in Mac applications. Make sure that you bring all the necessary hardware to run your computer. The mouse and cables are frequently forgotten.
Sign up with Curt Herrin at curtisherrin@me.com.
CMUG SERVICES
If you need directions to Central Florida Community College (CFCC), please see the About Us page.
Classes
Workshop
Meetings
Lab/Tuneup
Monthly Online Magazine at cmugonline.com, Message Board
House Calls
Evening Classes
COMPUTER ITEMS FOR SALE
We have a page for members to buy and sell used computers, peripherals, and software. Email Jan Fredrickson if you have an item(s) to sell. Include description, sale price and your email address so that potential buyers can contact you.
DISCOUNTED SOFTWARE
MUG Ambassador Alan Wentzell found some good discounted software for members of Mac User Groups. Deals on assorted new, used, and refurbished iPods, plus Apple products such as Panther sold at dealer cost. Instant rebates, free printers, free RAM, and free UPS freight on all orders. Vendor discount codes are available in the Password Protected area of the website. Check out the MUG store here!! If you need the password for the User Group Store, contact our MUG Ambassador Alan Wentzell.
