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2007-2008 Computer Club Minutes
November 7, 2007 Our first meeting of the season for the Computer Club was called to order by our President Arvella Taratuta at 9:30 AM with 56 members present. Arvella welcomed everyone and said it was nice to be back and to see so many in the Park already. The Secretary’s report for the last meeting was reviewed and accepted as printed. The Treasurer reported a balance of $7,765.90 in the treasury. He noted that everyone had worked hard last year since we only had $244.14 when we started last November. For our new members, we are working to earn enough to replace all the computers and monitors in the Computer Room. Arvella thanked those who had cleaned the Computer Room and all the equipment before she got here (Mag Fitterer, Dean Mandorfer, Bob Burgi, and Barbara Bissell and, also, . Bob Wagonvoort, who got all the computers ready for the season.) Unfinished Business: We will still be doing Wed. Barbeques, whenever they need someone, and Shirley volunteered last year to head these up. I think Shirley was surprised to hear this! Monitors: Since the Park no longer has any free wireless areas for people to use, Monitors are needed so our members and Park owners and renters may come up into the Computer Room during the evening hours to check their E-mail. We will start with two evenings 6:30 – 8 PM Tuesdays and Thursdays and see if additional nights are needed later when more come into the Park. If you would like to be a Monitor, please contact Arvella 2765. The charge for this service is FREE to Computer Club members and $1/visit for non-members. There is a printing charge for everyone. New Business: A helper is needed to dust and vacuum the Computer Room once a week. (Note: A Big Thank You!! We are fortunate because a new member and his wife, Pask & Jean Ferrara volunteered to do this after the meeting. If someone else would like to assist them, turns could be taken so it isn’t a big chore for anyone.) Classes: The only Class starting now is Windows XP, which will begin Mon., Nov. 12 for four weeks. There is still openings available so if you would like to take this class contact Arnie 2188 or Arvella 2765. Elaine, our Class coordinator, was ill so no other classes have been set up yet. As soon as they are they will be posted on the Bulletin Board by the mailboxes. THE CLUB NEEDS NEW TEACHERS AND NEW IDEAS. IF YOU HAVE ANY, PLEASE LET US KNOW. The meeting adjourned at 9:55 AM after which Arnie gave a very interesting discussion on “Print Screen”. Respectfully submitted, Barbara Bissell, Sec.
November 21, 2007 The Computer Club was called to order by our President, Arvella, at 9:30 AM with 40 members present. The minutes of the previous meeting was approved as printed. The Treasurer reported that we had around $8,563 in the treasury. The dues, labels and business cards have helped increase the amount. Larry asked to speak to the Computer Club. He said additional T1s are being added – one should be working by the end of this month and 4 more hopefully by the end of the year. Over 120 have signed up for the WiFi so far and Larry asked help from the Computer Club setting it up at the various spaces. He will train those willing to help. Several volunteered. Classes: Elaine spoke about the classes coming up. They are: Advanced Web Searching: Thurs., Nov. 29 1-3 PM Christmas Letter: Fri., Nov. 30 1-3 PM Digital Camera Downloading: Tues., Dec. 4 1-3PM Very Beginner Computer: Tues., Dec. 31 1-3 PM ( This Class is open to anyone in the Park and is FREE.) She said other Classes will be coming. Elaine sent a clipboard around to get suggestions on what classes the members would like. She, also, said Name Tags are available for $2.50. Unfinished Business: 1. BBQ – The Computer Club will be hosting the BBQ next Wed. (Nov. 28). Shirley has volunteered to run this for the club. (NOTE; SHIRLEY NEEDS HELP!!!! SHE IS LOOKING FOR THOSE WILLING TO SET UP, CLEAN UP, RUN, MAKE SALADS, ETC. NOT ENOUGH SIGNED UP AT THE MEETING. PLEASE CALL SHIRLEY AND VOLUNTEER. SHIRLEY STEFFEN 2819 . WE ARE TRYING TO EARN MONEY TO REPLACE ALL THE COMPUTERS SO WE NEED EVERYONE’S HELP.) 2. Bob Wagenvoort’s Thank You Party – In appreciation for all the help Bob has given the Computer Club, we are hosting a “Thank You Party” Wed., Dec. 5 at 6:30-8 PM. This is open to everyone in the Park since Bob has helped so many – not just Computer Club members. Plan on coming. We are all going to miss Bob but wish him well this winter and hope he can come back next year. New Business: The Computer Club will be filling 2 Angel Tree Tags. It was asked if anyone would be willing to shop for the items requested on the tags. Announcements: The Tee Shirts are ready for those who ordered them last year. The charge is $15 each. The meeting adjourned at 10:05 AM. Afterwards Arnie presented a very interesting program on Downloading Pictures from your camera. Everyone present learned something new. There will be NO MEETING next week since the Club will be hosting the Wed. BBQ. Respectfully submitted, Barbara Bissell, Sec.
February 6, 2008 The meeting was called to order at 9:30 AM by our president, Arvella, with 70 members present. The minutes of the Jan. 16th meeting were approved as printed. The treasurer reported a balance in the treasury of $3,315.74. Committee Reports: Nominating Committee: Since no one was there from the Nominating Committee the President ran the Election of Officers. This year the Vice President and Treasurer’s offices were up for election. Artis Golay had volunteered to fill the position of Vice President and Pat Galyardt for the position of Treasurer. Since there were no other names presented Artis and Pat were unanimously voted in. Arvella told everyone that next year the positions of President and Secretary were going to be open. A reminder that our By-laws require new officers (Arvella and Barbara have both filled two terms) so start thinking if you would like either of these offices. Super Bowl: Judi Scholz gave her report on the Superbowl. A profit of $455 was realized. Judy thanked everyone who helped from set-up, cooking, pies, game board, running the projector, sales, ticket takers, clean up, etc. We have to decide if we want to do this again next year. A Big Thank you was given to Judi by Arvella and everyone present. Barbeque Feb. 27: Shirley Steffen spoke on the upcoming Barbeque. She passed clipboards around for helpers and desserts. Arvella suggested that the money realized from the Barbeque be donated to the Decorating Committee. After some discussion it was so moved. Country Store Feb. 13: Next Wed. is the Country Store. If you would like to help Chuck Hillen let Arvella know. Don’t forget to order Cards and Labels if you need them. Monitor Chairman: Rosella Hadnagy, Monitor Chairman, spoke. The Computer Room is now open Tues, & Thurs. evenings from 6:30-8:30 PM and, also, Sat. from 10-12. Classes: Elaine Olson spoke on the Classes available. Next Mon, Feb. 11 there will be a One-on-One Personal Computer Help Class. Also, coming up Adobe Elements, Advanced Printmaster, Beginner Printmaster (in March), and Vista. Please check the board for times and dates. Note: Peggy Richardson and Ted Linderman will be teaching Vista, however, no dates are available yet since Peggy is away due to the death of her mother. Announcements: The Club still has one computer for sale w/monitor
and keyboard for $75. Ted Linderman brought in his 1 year old laptop for
sale - $400 with Vista. Voting: Don’t forget to vote for the Park Board. We wish our own Peggy Richardson good luck on her election to the board on Feb. 18. The meeting adjourned at 10 AM after which Arnie Dickinson gave a lesson on File transfer to and from exterior storage units. Next Wed. the program will be presented by S.O.S. “Serving Online Seniors” which is a computer repair and assistance service. Respectfully submitted, Barbara Bissell, Sec.
February 20, 2008 Our President, Arvella, called the meeting to order at 9:30 AM with 78 members present. The Secretary’s report of the Feb. 6 meeting was approved as printed. The Treasurer reported a balance in the treasury of $3,724.40 as of Feb. 11. Committee Reports: BBQ Feb. 27th: Shirley Steffan reported that everything was in order for the BBQ next Wed. In addition to the regular full menu, we will be serving preordered salads and, also, baked potatoes. Set-up workers should be there at 8 AM, salad makers, cookers, and desserts at 10 AM and clean-up committee at 12:30 PM. Note: THERE WILL BE NO MEETING NEXT WEDNESDAY, FEB. 27 SINCE SO MANY WILL BE WORKING THE BBQ. Country Store: The Country Store was a huge success last week. $250 was realized from card and label orders. Super Bowl: Since we did so well at the Super Bowl Tailgate Party, it has been decided that we will host next year’s Super Bowl Party, also. Monitors: Rosella noted that 246 people have signed in to use the Computer Room when it is open on Tues., Thurs. and Sat. Having the room open is definitely useful to the Park. Classes: Elaine spoke about all the upcoming classes. The full list and dates will be posted on the Board across from the mailboxes and on the GV Web Page. Teachers and Helpers are needed. Elaine said most of the teachers have been doing it for 9 years now and with 310 members there should be others out there who could teach or help. All classes must be paid for before the class begins so the teachers don’t have to handle money. Also, at our Wed. meetings it is a good idea to bring a pencil and paper to jot down notes and information since handout are not always available. The upcoming classes are: Introduction to Word Processing in Works, One-on-One (one teacher to one pupil to answer questions), Photo Show Brush-up, Web Search Techniques, Camera Download, Christmas Letter with Pictures in Printmaster, Merging Names in Printmaster, Advanced Printmaster Tips, and CD Labels in Printmaster. Also, next month we will be having a 3 session Beginner’s Class and a 2 hour Vista Lecture will be held Fri., Feb. 29 from 1-3 PM conducted by Peggy Richardson and Ted Linderman. Announcements: Old Sheets are needed to cover the computers during the summer. Dangles are available for $2.50. Don’t forget to save your Ink Cartridges. We still have one original Computer with monitor, keyboard and mouse available for $75. Paper supplies are available for sale. The meeting adjourned at 9:50 AM after which Arnie Dickinson gave a program on Customizing your Computer. He, also, noted how important it was to backup your pictures, documents, etc. onto a stick or external drive just in case your computer crashed. DON’T FORGET, NO MEETING NEXT WEEK BECAUSE OF THE BBQ. Respectfully submitted, Barbara Bissell, Sec.
March 5, 2008 The meeting was called to order by our President, Arvella, at 9:30 AM with 68 present. The minutes of the previous meeting were approved as printed. The Treasurer reported a balance of $4,638.64 in the treasury. COMMITTEE REPORTS: BBQ: Shirley Steffan thanked everyone for helping to make the BBQ so successful. A profit of $987.85 was realized. She said having such a fabulous turnout helped. Shirley noted that next year she would make some changes such as having Sub-Committees (she found she couldn’t be everywhere at the same time), the way it is setup, more help in the kitchen, more runners, etc. Shirley was given a big “Thank You” for heading this up. Internet Usage: Rosella Hadnagy wasn’t present but Arvella said the Computer Room is being well used on the Open Nights Country Store (March 12): Chuck Hillen spoke and said that more help will probably be needed next week since it is getting time for residents to leave. Vista Meeting: Peggy Richardson spoke and said there was about 25-30 people present for the meeting. With more people getting new computers, classes will be held next season, if needed. She said everyone with Vista should go to the Welcome Center because it is a good place to find answers and for self help. OLD BUSINESS: Donation: At the last meeting it was voted to donate the money made at the BBQ to the Decorating Committee. A check for $987.85 was presented to them by Arvella for which they were very appreciative. It will be used to help decorate the Main Lobby.
NEW BUSINESS: Donation: Bob Burgi mentioned that the Chapel had donated $300 to us for the help Bob Wagonvoort had given them by running the sound system during the Church Service. Bob Burgi suggested that this $300 be donated to the Apache Junction charity the Chapel supports. After discussion a motion was made, seconded and voted for this be done. New Microsoft Office Program: Arnie Dickenson made a motion that the Club purchase five copies (which is enough to put on all the new computers) of the Student/Teacher Office program at a cost of about $500-600. After discussion the motion was seconded and so voted to be purchased. CLASSES: Elaine Olson announced all the Classes to be held in March which consist of: Very Beginner’s Help, Photo Show Brush Up, Merge Names for Labels in Print-master, CD Labels in PM, Christmas Letter with PM, Searching the Web, Camera Download, Beginner Printmaster, and Digital Scrapbooking. Check the Board and Web for the dates and times. ANNOUNCEMENTS: Still Needed: Old Sheets to cover the computers in the summer are still needed. Dangles: Dangles are available for $2.50. T Shirts: 2 Xlarge Tee Shirts are still available. VOLUNTEER PARTY: THIS YEAR’S VOLUNTEER PARTY IS THURSDAY, MARCH 13 – 4:30-6:30 PM IN THE NAVAHO ROOM. THIS IS FOR ALL TEACHERS, HELPERS, OFFICERS AND THEIR SPOUSES OR GUEST. ANYONE WHO HELPED AT THE BBQ, SUPERBOWL, CASINO BUS OR IN THE COMPUTER ROOM IS INVITED. THIS INCLUDES YOU EVEN IF ALL YOU DID WAS MAKE A CAKE OR PIE. THE CLUB WILL PROVIDE THE CHICKEN, TABLE SETTING, COFFEE AND LEMONADE. ALL YOU NEED TO BRING IS A SMILE AND A DISH TO SHARE. Please RSVP to BarbaraBissell@juno.com 2131 or Arvella 2765 by Monday Noon, March 10, if you can join us. The meeting adjourned at 10:10 AM after which Cindy Kuschel gave a very informative program on Digital Scrapbooking. Next Week Keith Sjoholm will present a program on Defrag & More. Respectfully submitted, Barbara Bissell, Sec. March 19, 2008 The final meeting of the season was called to order by our President, Arvella Taratuta at 9:30 AM with 51 members present. The Minutes of the March 5th meeting were approved as printed. Our Treasurer, Pat Galyardt, reported a balance of $5,012.77 in the treasury. It was, also, reported that we earned $124.00 at the Country Store last week through the cards and labels. There was no Old or New Business. CLASSES: Elaine Olson reported that the only Classes still going on are: CD Labels - Thursday, March 20, 9-11 AM Beg. Printmaster - Thursday, March 20 & Tuesday, March 25, 1-3 PM PhotoShow Brush-up – Monday, March 24, 9-11 AM ANNOUNCEMENTS: The Computer Room will be open this Thurs., Sat., next Tues. and Thurs. There will be NO MEETING NEXT WEEK. Arvella wished everyone a wonderful Summer and asked everyone to return with new ideas and ready for another season filled with fun and learning. Ardis Golay 2235 said she was looking for programs for after the meetings and asked for suggestions. Contact her and let her know what you would be interested in. Arnie Dickenson 2188 said he had made a disk of the St. Patty’s parade and party. Contact him if you would like a copy. They will cost $2.00 (I believe). Arnie, also, reminded everyone to BACK-UP your pictures & documents onto a stick and BACK-UP your computer if you are buying a new one. Arvella and Elaine made a Photo Show of this past year showing from the old computer room (now the package pick-up room) to our present one with all our new computers, plus all the activities of this past year. It was fun seeing those who attended and participated in our functions. A copy of this show is available for $5.00. Contact Arvella 2765 if you would like one. The meeting adjourned and Peggy Richardson presented a program on “HELP”. She noted how valuable a source Help is in looking for solutions to problems you may encounter. Help & Support is found on the Start Button. Peggy, also, said support can be found on www.microsoft.com and it is a great place to find Help on any subject. Arvella added that free classes are available at www.pendalex.com for those interested. Introduction to PowerPoint 2003 is being offered in March. Many different classes are available. Again, have a wonderful, healthy, safe summer and we will see you in November. Respectfully submitted. Barbara Bissell, Secretary
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