SeniorNet Wellington Inc.

Computer Owners Group (COG) Special Learning Group (SLG), Wednesday 8 February, 10 am - 11.45 am

2012-01-26T15:37:00.000+13:00

When: Wednesday 8 February, 10 am - 11.45 am

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2

What: This is your meeting so please bring your questions. The team will try and provide answers.

Michael Munro will facilitate. Alan Royal will talk about a recent unexpected and catastrophic hard disk failure, and describe the hoops he had to dive through to recover his data.

Special Learning Groups (SLG) are free to all SeniorNet Wellington members.

Writing and Publishing Special Learning Group first Meeting for 2012, Wednesday 8 February from 12.30 pm to 2.30 pm

2012-01-26T15:17:00.001+13:00

When: Wednesday 8 February from 12.30 pm to 2.30 pm

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2, 138-140 Wakefield St, Wellington

What: Experienced publisher and SeniorNet member Lindsay Rollo, will introduce us to Indexes and Indexing - Why, How, and Watch it. He will discuss why indexes are important, the principles, alternative methods and traps for young (SeniorNet players), the two main methods of creating an index, points to watch for, and some examples with commentaries. An important and very interesting session to commence our new year.

Workshop - Toys for Boys and Gadgets for Girls, Tuesday 7 February 10 am - 12 pm

2012-01-24T19:32:00.001+13:00

When: Tuesday 7 February 10 am - 12 pm

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting room 2

What: The session is a pot pourri of the New Year’s technology developments and some software and hardware thoughts. Those attending are invited to contribute with a demonstration of their new toys and gadgets.

The formal session covers

How to get a good deal on computers and their related technology
Emerging toys and gadgets
Review of ‘necessary’ basic (free) software
Some ‘quirky’ but useful software
New Google features
Cloud storage
Remote access tools

The cost of the workshop is $5 payable at the workshop.

Numbers are limited. Register early with Alan Royal at a.royal@paradise.net.nz.

SeniorNet Wellington January 2012 newsletter

2012-01-20T09:27:00.000+13:00

The January 2012 newsletter is available for download or viewing as a PDF file.

Visitors’ Session Tuesday 31 January at 10.00 am

2012-01-20T09:21:00.001+13:00

Please pass on the Seniornet Wellington Visitors' Day information to anyone who may be interested in attending the visitors' session Tuesday 31 January, 10 am - 12 pm. It will be held at Anvil House (opposite the Michael Fowler Centre) Level 1, 138 - 140 Wakefield Street.

Whether you are new to computers or an old hand there will be something for you to see or hear about.

Application Form, Term 1 2012 classes

2012-01-14T09:35:00.002+13:00

The Application Form for Term 1 2012 can now be viewed or downloaded.

Information Sheet 2012

2012-01-13T14:13:00.001+13:00

The 2012 Information Sheet which details our activities and related information can be viewed or downloaded from the link above.

Workshops Programme to end of June 2012

2012-01-13T12:55:00.003+13:00

The workshop programme to the end of June 2012 is available at this link.

RadioNZ interview with a SeniorNet class

2012-01-12T12:15:00.000+13:00

Radio NZ conducted an in-class interview with our celebrated tutors David and Elizabeth Boyes, while teaching email and internet. The interview can be heard by clicking the title Try Something New - New technology on this RadioNZ page.

Year Planner 2012

2012-01-11T19:49:00.000+13:00

The Year Planner 2012 for Seniornet Wellington Inc. is now available. Print or save a copy from the link. View or download the 2012 Year Planner

Computer Owners Group (COG) Special Learning Group (SLG), Wednesday 7 December, 10 am - 11.45 am

2011-12-02T12:07:00.001+13:00

When: Wednesday 7 December, 10 am - 11.45 am

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2

What: This is your meeting so please bring your questions. The team will try and provide answers.

Michael Munro will facilitate. There will be particular interest in what attendees may be hoping will be in their Christmas stockings. Further we hope to demonstrate new pieces of equipment.

As this is the last meeting of 2011, make sure you bring along your problems so you have a trouble free Xmas!

Special Learning Groups (SLG) are free to all SeniorNet Wellington members.

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Q&A Special Learning Group Wednesday 30 November, 10 am - 12 pm

2011-11-29T20:37:00.001+13:00

When: Wednesday 30 November, 10 am - 12 pm

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Room 2.

What: Michael Munro will facilitate Bring your questions for our team. Last session of 2011. Get your problems sorted before Xmas. No charge to members.

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SeniorNet Wellington Writing and Publishing Group SLG, Wednesday December 7, 12.30 pm - 2.30 pm

2011-11-28T21:30:00.001+13:00

When: Wednesday December 7, 12.30 pm - 2.30 pm

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2, 138 - 140 Wakefield Street

What: David Dobson will tell us about his experiences and give tips on things he learned from writing and publishing his latest book.

Following this, John Nimmo who is ready to publish his new family book, will share some of his experiences and things he has learned in getting to this final stage over the past several years.

We will also review the past year's programme and discuss our members' ongoing interests, to ensure we develop an interesting programme for 2012.

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How to avoid the worst consequences of a computer disaster - backing up and restoring your computer simplified workshop - Tuesday 29 November 2011 - 10.00 am to 12.00 noon.

2011-11-15T22:29:00.001+13:00

When: Tuesday 29 November 2011 - 10.00 am - 12.00noon.

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2, 138 -140 Wakefield Street, Wellington.

What: We all know we are meant to back up materialon our computers in case of some sort of disaster but how many of us know whatto do or do it?

In this Workshop Tony Doogue will provide you with a simpleexplanation of what is involved and what to do to back up your computer orrestore it in case of a disaster. Theemphasis will be on basic backing up and restoring but links will be given tosources of more detailed information.

If you are confused about backing up or restoring or arehaving difficulties with one or the other why not see if he can help you.

Pleaseregister your interest with Tony Doogue at tonydoogue@xtra.co.nz, at thesame time mentioning any particular topic you would like covered.

Some ofthe content of the Workshop is readily accessible through the SeniorNet website at www.seniornetwgtn.blogspot.com. Go to Workshop Notes and Backing Up and Restoring Simplified to see it.

Numbers are limited to the first 25 applicants. Please wear a name tag.

Cost: $5 each, payable on arrival. Please bring the correctchange.

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Hands-on Workshop using Gmail and Igoogle homepage, Thursday 24 November and 1 December, 12.00 pm - 2.00 pm

2011-11-15T22:16:00.001+13:00

When: Thursday 24 November and 1 December, 12.00 pm - 2.00 pm

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Room 12

What: The purpose of the workshop is to set up:

an email account using free Google webmail (Gmail)
a personal homepage using Igoogle.

The only prerequisites are:

a basic knowledge of how to use a mouse or touch pad
access to a computer with a broadband connection.

Cost per session $5 payable on the day. The first five to register will be accepted.

Session 1 – setting up a Gmail account and exploring Google tools.
Session 2 – setting up a personal homepage using Igoogle and Google gadgets

Contact Ngaire Jackson. ph. 389 2629 or email ngairej@gmail.com

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Maintenance of your PC Workshop, Tuesday 22 November10 am - 12 pm

2011-11-13T14:04:00.001+13:00

When: Tuesday 22 November 10 am - 12 pm

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting room 2

What: The workshop will take you through e.g. a sequence of creating a restore point, backing up, updating, cleaning, optimising and defragmenting your machine.

A disc is available containing the free programmes necessary to manage the above processes.

The cost of the workshop is $5 payable at the workshop. The disc, if required, will be available for an extra $5.

Numbers are limited. Register with Alan Royal at a.royal@paradise.net.nz and also indicate if you want the disc.

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Announcing a new 'hands-on' workshop: Fix up Your Archive Photos commencing Thursday 17 November 10 am

2011-11-10T09:36:00.001+13:00

Background: This hands-on workshop is to help members improve/correct their archive images using the free GIMP programme.
Workshop numbers: this is to be up to 5 pupils, assisted by at least 2 volunteer tutors.
Location: Anvil House, level 1, Room 11 at SeniorNet.
Number of Workshop sessions: up to 3, weekly (each 2hrs) starting at 10 am on Thurs 17th Nov, Thurs 24th Nov and Thurs 1st Dec.
Cost per session: $10, collected on the day.
Material to bring: bring the digital image(s) you want to work on. These should be on your flash drive. If required, your Artwork can be scanned for you before you start. The cost of the first session will include a CD handout that has all the course material, but it is recommended that pupils come with a hard copy of the GIMP notes ('Using GIMP to restore images') as a hands-on reference during their work. These notes were provided at the earlier GIMP workshops, and can also be downloaded from the SeniorNet web site, and clicking on the ‘Go to the Workshop Notes Page’ and then on ‘GIMP’) Alternatively the notes can be made available at cost (approx $12) at the start of the first session.

A full course outline is available from this link .

Contact: John Foden (4792487 or john.foden@paradise.net.nz), and also indicate if you would like to purchase a hard copy of the GIMP notes at the start of the workshop.

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Workshop - Finding tutorials, manuals and techniques, Friday 18 November 10.00 am -12 noon

2011-11-08T21:29:00.000+13:00

When: Friday 18 November 10.00 am - 12 noon

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2

What: Have you tried to locate a tutorial for your software, or a particular subject within that software e.g how to find symbols in Microsoft Word?

Are you missing a manual for a piece of equipment that you own?

Do you want to learn about a particular subject?

Alan Royal will guide you through some ways to answer the above questions and provide a range of helpful links.

Please register with Alan at a.royal@paradise.net.nz. First come first served as our numbers are limited by the available space.

Cost $5 at the door. Correct change please.

Please wear name tags

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Computer Owners Group (COG) Special Learning Group (SLG), Wednesday 9 November, 10 am - 11.45 am

2011-11-03T09:23:00.001+13:00

When: Wednesday 9 November, 10 am - 11.45 am

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2

What: This is your meeting so please bring your questions. The team will try and provide answers.

Special Learning Groups (SLG) are free to all SeniorNet Wellington members.

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Writing & Publishing (W&P) Special Learning Group (SLG), Wednesday 9 November, 12.30 pm to 2.30 pm

2011-11-01T15:05:00.002+13:00

When: Wednesday 9 November, 12.30 pm to 2.30 pm

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2

What: Jenn Falconer will talk about

cover design
page layout
and fonts.

Jenn has her own business, and assists people and organisations in the production of material for print.

The Writing & Publishing sessions are free to members.

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Q&A Special Learning Group (SLG), Wednesday 2 November, 10.00 am - 12 .00 pm

2011-10-28T15:03:00.000+13:00

When: Wednesday 2 November, 10.00 am - 12.00 pm

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2

What: Bring your questions or subjects for discussion. The support team will try and provide an answer or comment.

The sessions are meant to answer basic questions even though they may appear a bit complicated at times. Learn from other members' problems.

Note that Q&A sessions are free to all members. You will always learn something.

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Workshop - Google tools you may not know about, Tuesday 1 November 10.00 am -12 noon

2011-10-24T14:00:00.000+13:00

When: Tuesday 1 November 10.00 am - 12 noon

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2

What: SeniorNet Wellington does workshops on e.g. Google Search, Google Earth and Google Maps.

Did you realise that there are at least thirty other useful Google tools?

This workshop will

give an overview of some of those Google tools
show you where to find other Google tools

that may be of interest.

The cost of the workshop is $5 payable at the door.

Please register with Alan Royal at a.royal@paradise.net.nz.

Please wear a name tag.

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Workshop - How to install and use Skype, Thursday 27 October 10.00 am -12 noon

2011-10-15T14:08:00.002+13:00

When: Thursday 27 October 10.00 am - 12 noon

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2

What: The workshop will look at the Skype program, which can be used to make calls (both voice and video) over the internet, for free.

How to download the software, install it and get the program up and running, so that you can talk to family and friends, as well as see them if you have a web camera, will be demonstrated.

The cost of the workshop is $5 payable at the door.

Please register with Keith Kenderdine at kenderkb@xtra.co.nz. Please wear a name tag.

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SeniorNet Wellington are holding a Visitors’ Session Friday 28 October at 10.00 am

2011-10-15T13:50:00.000+13:00

SeniorNet Wellington are holding a Visitors’ Session

Friday 28 October at 10.00 am. Session will conclude at 12 noon.

Anvil House, Level 1, 138 to 140 Wakefield Street (Red building opposite the Michael Fowler Centre car park)

If you’re an older adult come and join us for morning tea/coffee.

We’ll show you what we do and how you can learn to use a computer and the internet.

No prior knowledge is required.
Courses and learning group meetings are designed for our age group.
We learn at our own pace, have fun, and meet friendly people.
Course costs are moderate.
Let us show you at our Visitors’ Session.

For more information please contact:

John Nimmo Phone 467 8771 email john.nimmo@xtra.co.nz
Colin Archer Phone 478 6559 email ColinArcher@xtra.co.nz

Check our website www.seniornetwgtn.blogspot.com

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Advice cards on keeping your information safe

2011-10-07T16:16:00.000+13:00

The Privacy Commission has produced a set of advice cards to help people keep their information safe. The Commission has requested we advise our members of this material. The cards will be helpful for people of all ages.

This page contains:

the cards in both Word and pdf format
cartoons that you can use
links to stories that may be useful for discussions on radio, at meetings or in newsletters

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Workshop on freeware tools to check your writing, Tuesday 11 October 10 am - 12 pm

2011-10-06T20:40:00.000+13:00

When: Tuesday 11 October, 10 am - 12 pm

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Conference Room 2

What: Alan Royal has, for fifteen years, written a monthly computer column for a national magazine. He is also involved in preparing accessible web and print documents for organisations and for people with impairments.

In the course of that work Alan has examined and used several tools, including those built into office programmes, and investigated a range of freeware document checking and appraisal software and hard copy tools.

These tools are used e.g. to check accessibility, formatting, readability, usability and structure of written material.

Register with Alan at a.royal@paradise.net.nz. Please note that space is limited. Acceptance is on a first come, first served basis.

The cost is $5 payable at the door. Correct change is appreciated.

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Texting Workshop for Mobile Phones run by IBM tutors, Thursday 13 October commencing 1 pm

2011-09-28T20:47:00.003+13:00

When: Thursday 13 October commencing at 1pm

Where: Anvil House, Level 1,Meeting Room 2, 138-140 Wakefield St

What: A great opportunity to bring your phone and learn to text message your friends and family.

This workshop is being provided by courtesy of Age Concern Wellington and IBM, and there is no charge on this occasion.

Numbers limited to 10 and there will be one on one tuition.

Register with John Nimmo john.nimmo@xtra.co.nz.

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Writing & Publishing (W&P) Special Learning Group (SLG), Wednesday 12 October, 12.30 pm to 2.30 pm

2011-09-28T20:38:00.000+13:00

When: Wednesday 12 October, 12.30 pm to 2.30 pm

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2

What: Our guest presenter is Shirley Corlett, highly regarded author of nine published novels, (one adult NZ historical fiction, and eight for children and young adults). Shirley has another young adult novel
coming out next year.

Shirley was Writer in Residence at Dunedin College of Education in 2005 and has taken writing workshops for children and adults over many years.

She has twice been shortlisted for Children's Book of the Year Awards and three times for Notable Books of the Year.

Shirley will be happy to give tips and answer questions on the craft of

writing and has indicated she will discuss the following:
Where do ideas come from,
how to plan a novel/short story,
your beginning, middle, and ending, characterisation, dialogue, narrative, and action,
writing your memoir,
how to show rather than tell a story,
the art of self-editing,
and getting published.

We are most fortunate that Shirley has agreed to address our Writing and Publishing Group and members should not miss this session.

The Writing & Publishing sessions are free to members.

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Computer Owners Group (COG) Special Learning Group (SLG), Wednesday 12 October, 10 am - 11.45 am

2011-09-28T20:31:00.003+13:00

When: Wednesday 12 October, 10 am - 11.45 am

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2

What: Trevor King will facilitate.This is your meeting so please bring your questions: The team will try and provide answers.

Trevor will also demonstrate a modern quad processor desktop mini tower computer.

Special Learning Groups (SLG) are free to all SeniorNet Wellington members.

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Q&A Special Learning Group (SLG), Wednesday 5 October, 10.00 am - 12 .00 pm

2011-09-26T19:22:00.000+13:00

When: Wednesday 5 October, 10.00 am - 12.00 pm

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2

What: Trevor King will facilitate the session. Bring your questions or subjects for discussion. The support team will try and provide an answer or comment.

The sessions are meant to answer basic questions even though they may appear a bit complicated at times. Learn from other members' problems.

Trevor will also do a piece on Windows 7 automatic backing-up; demonstrated with a state of the art laptop machine.

Note that Q&A sessions are free to all members. You will always learn something.

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Workshop on Internet Banking, Tuesday 4 October 2011 from 10 am to 12 noon

2011-09-23T14:30:00.002+12:00

When: Tuesday 4 October 10 am to 12 noon

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2, 138 to 140 Wakefield St.

What: Dean Burt from Westpac Banking will address all aspects of Online Banking. He will discuss the various things we can all do on-line, he will answer all your questions including your security concerns, and will discuss methods and the design approach they follow to make Online Banking safe, simple, and easy to use.
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Dean has helped us run several excellent Online Banking Workshops. He is a very good presenter, and while he is from Westpac, his presentation and comments are relevent for customers of all NZ Trading Banks. You will find this a very interesting and extremely helpful Workshop. Please register with John Nimmo, john.nimmo@xtra.co.nz Cost $5, payable on the day. Correct change please.

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Digicam (Digital camera) SLG. (Special Learning Group), Wednesday 21 September, 10.00 am - 12.00 pm

2011-09-17T10:55:00.004+12:00

When: Wednesday 21 September, 10.00 am - 12.00 pm

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2

What: Craig Phillips from the Wellington Photographic Society will give us heaps of advice, show us some of his work and answer questions. We will have our usual question and answer session.

Summer is not far away, so we will have some tips and on taking photos at the beach taking "white balance" into account, and using the correct made.
There will be time for discussion.

The Digicam sessions are free to all members.

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Trademe Workshop - Thursday 29 September, 10 am - 12 pm

2011-09-17T09:53:00.000+12:00

When: 10 am - 12 pm Thursday 29 September

Where: Anvil House,Level 1 Meeting Room 2

What: This will be the 11th of these popular workshops run by Bryan Carver. You will receive 6 pages of notes by email a few days before the 29th.

The presentation will be "live", right into the Trademe web site. You will see how easy it is to explore, to bid and to buy.

If you wish to REGISTER yourself with Trademe (no cost) it enables you to bid (buy). Please mention this when you register for this workshop.

We will have time to register one person, however you will need to disclose your date of birth to Trademe (and those attending)!

Bryan will endeavour to find something to sell at this session, although he is running out of items! He also has a few amusing stories to tell you about his and other sellers experience.

Cost $5.00. Correct change would be appreciated on the day.

Please register by email with bcarver@clear.net.nz and include you telephone number.

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Workshop - electronic (ebook) book readers, Tuesday 27 September, 10.00 am - 12.00 pm

2011-09-14T20:12:00.004+12:00

When: Tuesday 27 September, 10.00 am - 12.00 pm

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2

What: What are they? What readers are available?
Sources of electronic books (eBooks) and how to download them.
Find free books and much more!

To register contact David Boyes, deeboyes@xtra.co.nz, tel: 5694942.
Cheap at $5.00 each. The correct money would be really appreciated.

If you are coming, and already have an eBook Reader, please bring it along.

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Writing & Publishing (W&P) Special Learning Group (SLG), Wednesday 14 September, 12.30 pm to 2.30 pm

2011-09-09T17:35:00.001+12:00

When: Wednesday 14 September, 12.30 pm to 2.30 pm

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2

What: Adrian and Shanann from Wellington City Archives will speak at this W&P session.

They will give an overview of the archives,

Who we are and what we do,
The records we hold
The Research that can be carried out there

Open to all members. This is a one off opportunity - come early.

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Working with Images in Microsoft Word 2007/2010 - Tuesday 20 September 2011, 9.45 am – 12.00 pm

2011-09-08T21:49:00.002+12:00

When: Tuesday 20 September 2011 9.45 am – 12.00 pm

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2

What. This is a fun session facilitated by Peter Moon. The session is limited to the first 25 applicants. Register early to avoid missing out.

We'll look at:

Creating captions with images

Inserting images and text wrapping

Cropping and compressing images

Resizing images

WordArt

Microsoft Paint programme

Creating an oval image

Use of Format Painter

Grouping and lining up of images

Picture Styles Group

And much more

This is a chance to learn some of the basic features of the Word 2007 and 2010 has to offer to help you to enhance your project. Questions and discussion welcome during the workshop

Registration with Peter Moon email: peteraumoon@yahoo.co.nz. Cost $5 per head payable on the day, Correct change please.

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Computer Owners Group (COG) SIG, Wednesday 14 September 10.00 am - 11.45 am

2011-09-05T13:44:00.000+12:00

When: Wednesday 14 September, 10 am - 11.45 am

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2

What: Trevor King will facilitate. This is your meeting and is for anyone who has a computer, feel free to bring your questions.

The Meeting will, time permitting, give special focus to the Netbook Computers that are currently available for as little as $300.

Special Interest Groups (SIG) are free to all SeniorNet Wellington members.

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Q&A Special Learning Group (SLG), Wednesday 7 September, 10.00 am - 12 .00 pm

2011-09-01T10:46:00.001+12:00

When: Wednesday 7 September, 10.00 am - 12.00 pm

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2

What: John Foden will facilitate the session. Bring your questions or subjects for discussion. The support team will try and provide an answer or comment.

The sessions are meant to answer basic questions even though they may appear a bit complicated at times. Learn from other members' problems.

John will also discuss tips on printing and publishing.

Note that Q&A sessions are free to all members. You will always learn something.

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Workshop - Convert your LPs to CDs, Friday 9 September 10.00 am - 12.00 pm

2011-09-01T10:30:00.001+12:00

When: Friday 9 September 10.00 am - 12.00 pm

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2

What: This workshop will be in two parts:

1. The first part will use the free Audacity programme to show you how you can make music CDs from your LPs using your PC and a suitable record player. Recording from other music sources (microphone, tape, radio, YouTube etc) and exporting to MP3 format will also be covered.

John Foden will host this first part of the workshop using a prepared set of notes (14 pages) which can be downloaded free from the SeniorNet website at http://seniornetwgtn6.blogspot.com and select Convert your LP records to CD

Alternatively, copies of the notes can be made available at the Workshop, at a cost of $2 (see below).

2. The second part will be hosted by John Illingworth, who will demonstrate the basic operations of an alternative professional transcription programme, 'Wave Corrector'.

Costs: $5. Audacity notes (optional), 14 pages, $2. Please have the correct change and pay at the door.

Numbers are limited to 25. Please register with John Foden (4792487, john.foden@paradise.net.nz .
When registering please indicate if you require a copy of the notes.

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Facebook/Twitter Workshop, Tuesday 6 September 10 am - 12 pm

2011-08-23T12:24:00.000+12:00

When: Tuesday 6 September, 10 am - 12 pm

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2

What: Social Media: A New Method of Engagement. Rebecca Kay from the Wellington ICT Trust will introduce us to Social media platforms such as Facebook and Twitter. They provide an excellent (and free!) opportunity to reach out into the community via the web.

This workshop, will discuss some of the platforms popular in New Zealand, some guidelines on how to use social media to promote yourself or your organisation, and connect to people in the community.

Numbers are limited. Please confirm attendance with Alan Royal at a.royal@paradise.net.nz.

Cost: $5 each, payable on arrival. Please have correct change.

Please wear a name tag so we all get to know each other.

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Workshop - role and activities of the Oral History Centre, Alexander Turnbull Library, Thursday 25 August 10.00 am - 12.00 pm

2011-08-19T16:33:00.002+12:00

When: Thursday 25 August 2011

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Conference Room 2, 138 Wakefield St.

What: Lynette Shum, Oral History Adviser, Oral History Centre, Alexander Turnbull Library, will discuss the Oral History Centre and workshop programmes that the Alexander Turnbull Library runs as part of its Outreach Services, especially the oral history workshops. She will illustrate this with excerpts from the Collection. Lynette will also talk about the value of oral history and how to access the Collection. You will have a hands-on opportunity to try out one of the Library's digital audio recorders.

Notes from the their web site:

The Oral History Centre collection contains oral history interviews and other unpublished recordings. It covers many aspects of New Zealand life.

There are more than 10,000 recordings in the Oral History Centre collection. Recordings include interviews with people from throughout New Zealand and the Pacific, of various ethnicities, iwi (tribe) and hapū (sub-tribe), occupations, political affiliations and interests. Talks, readings and events are also covered.

Most of the collection has been recorded since the 1960s. The collection covers New Zealand society, culture, community, and political history from the late 19th century to the present.

Interviews usually have accompanying documentation, including an abstract – a detailed time-coded index providing quick access to the contents of the recording. A few interviews are fully or partially transcribed. Photographs and other relevant material are sometimes included.

Please register with Alan Royal a.royal@paradise.net.nz. To avoid disappointment early registration is advised, as numbers are limited.

Cost $5 at door. Correct change would be appreciated. A name tag is useful to help getting to know other members.

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How to avoid computer viruses and other malware, identity theft, and spam workshop - Tuesday 30 August 2011 10.00 am to 12.00 noon.

2011-08-16T09:57:00.003+12:00

When: Tuesday 30 August 2011 10.00 am to 12.00 noon.

Where: Meeting Room 2, Level 1, Anvil House, 138 - 140 Wakefield Street, Wellington.

What: Learn how to protect yourself from the “baddies” that seek to invade your computer to steal your information and your money or con you into giving it and possibly kill your computer or make it useless.

Tony Doogue will explain the various types of baddies of the computer world and show you how to protect yourself from them. There will be simple practical hints as well as links to more detailed information.
If you’ve got something you particularly want to know about or are having difficulties with why not see if he can help you.

Please register your interest with Tony Doogue at tonydoogue@xtra.co.nz at the same time mentioning anything you would like covered.

Some of the content of the Workshop is readily accessible through the SeniorNet web site at www.seniornetwgtn.blogspot.com. Go to Workshop Notes and “How to avoid computer viruses and other malware, identity theft, and spam” to see it.

Numbers are limited to the first 25 applicants.

Cost: $5 each, payable on arrival.

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Class vacancies

2011-08-15T11:24:00.004+12:00

There are vacancies in the following four week courses:

Genealogy commencing on Friday 26 August at 9.45 am.
Photo Enhancement commencing on Friday 26 August at 12.00 noon
Managing Files and Folders – XP commencing on Wednesday 24 August at 12.00 noon

Contact David Dobson Phone: 389 6590 or email: djdobso@xtra.co.nz if you are interested.

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Workshop - Where to find help for your computer problems before you call the technician, Tuesday 16th August 2011 from 10.00 am to 12.00 pm

2011-08-12T12:02:00.000+12:00

When: Tuesday 16th August 2011 from 10.00 am to 12.00 pm

Where: Meeting Room 2, Level 1, Anvil House, 138-140 Wakefield Street

What: Calling in the computer technician can be an expensive exercise - even for a simple problem,

This workshop is a guide to how to work your way through a problem and trying to find a solution before calling the technician.

We will cover software, hardware and online tools. Bring along your own problems.

Please register with Alan Royal at a.royal@paradise.net.nz

Numbers are limited to the first 25 applicants.

Cost is $5 payable at the door. Correct change would be appreciated.

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Digicam (Digital camera) SIG. (Special Interest Group), Monday 15 August, 10.00 am - 12.00 pm - note change of day

2011-08-11T14:55:00.000+12:00

When: Monday 15 August, 10.00 am - 12.00 pm

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2

What: Ever thought you might up-grade from a 'point and shoot' camera to a DSLR (Digital Single Lens Reflex). Even "entry level" models are not too expensive. Come along and learn," what to consider" when evaluating the options. Why are they called DSLR's. What does the mirror do, is there a prism in all models?. What is "live view". different lens selection; full frame V's APS sized image sensors.
If you have a DSLR camera please bring it along and contribute to the discussion.

We "kick off" (got to get into the rugby mood) with questions and answers. Please bring your questions on any aspect of photography. Hopefully we can help in answering them.

Currently we are experiencing small groups so we can spend time on your questions.

The Digicam sessions are free to all members.

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Writing and Publishing Special Interest Group August Meeting - 10 August 2011 from 12.30 pm to 2.30 pm

2011-08-02T08:23:00.001+12:00

When: 10 August 2011 from 12.30 pm to 2.30 pm

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2 138 - 140 Wakefield Street

What: Speaker Kevin Norquay has been a journalist since 1985. He started as a sports reporter on The Dominion, and made his way to NZPA editor via the Listener magazine, Sunday News, and the Marlborough Express. While NZPA's London correspondent in 2001 he attended and reported on the funeral of Sir Peter Blake, the world premiere of The Lord of the Rings and the 60th anniversary of the Battle of Crete, then returned to Wellington to report on politics. Kevin has reported on three Olympic Games, three Commonwealth Games, and two elections. With NZPA to close on August 31 after 132 years, he is to join Fairfax Media as National Content Editor, overseeing the gathering and distribution of news across the company's newspapers and websites. Kevin is a very experienced journalist and writer and is exceptionally well qualified to talk to us about writing with a clear purpose that targets your audience, outlining what to do and what not to do. We are most fortunate to have him available to address us and members should not miss this session.

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Workshop - WHAT TO LOOK FOR IN UPGRADING OR ACQUIRING A COMPUTER, Friday 12th August 2011 from 10.00 am to 12.00 pm

2011-08-01T13:43:00.002+12:00

When: Friday 12th August 2011 from 10.00 am to 12.00 pm

Where: Meeting Room 2, Level 1, Anvil House, 138-140 Wakefield Street, Wellington.

Why: There are many options for choosing a personal computer. We will traverse:

What is you real requirement? An upgrade can be very cost effective.

What about the advertisements? Seemingly attractive offers are to be found on television and newspaper flyers. Do these have regard to what your needs and requirements are, or might become.

What are you getting?
Many advertising claims may omit information, such as the need to subsequently purchase programs for which trial versions are initially supplied.

How: We will briefly discuss the three methods of acquisition.
1 Obtain a pre-loved computer. -Some families love to pass on units
2 Buy something new
3 Refurbishing something yourself [with assistance]

We will compare and contrast new computer specifications in a non-technical way; then compare desktop, laptop [notebook] and net-book computers.

What are the ways to assess value for money. Robustness and reliability is important. What are the prospects for support now and what is likely to be the availability of replacement parts in the years to come?

Please register with Trevor King at tc.koenig@xtra.co.nz and supply your name, telephone number and, if you have one, an Email address.
If you know of someone who is a SeniorNet Member and who cannot register on-line, they can leave a registration message at the SeniorNet Office.

Numbers are limited to the first 25 applicants. No door sales, please.

Cost $5 each. Please pay on arrival, five dollar notes are appreciated.
Please wear a name tag, I know who you are, but someone else may not!

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Computer Owners Group (COG) SIG, Wednesday 10 August, 10.00 am - 11.45 am

2011-07-30T10:40:00.002+12:00

When: Wednesday 10 August, 10 am - 11.45 am

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2

What: Trevor King will facilitate.This is your meeting so please bring your questions: The team will try and provide answers.

Special Interest Groups (SIG) are free to all SeniorNet Wellington members.

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Q&A SIG, Wednesday 3 August, 10.00 am - 12 .00 pm

2011-07-27T16:18:00.002+12:00

When: Wednesday 3 August, 10.00 am - 12.00 pm

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2

What: David Boyes will facilitate the session. Bring your questions or subjects for discussion. The support team will try and provide an answer or comment.

The sessions are meant to answer basic questions even though they may appear a bit complicated at times. Learn from other members' problems.

David will also discuss Internet Safety.

Note that Q&A sessions are free to all members. You will always learn something.

ITunes and Music Workshop Tuesday 2 August 2011 10.00 am to 12.00 noon

2011-07-24T14:36:00.000+12:00

When: Tuesday 2 August 2011 10.00 am to 12.00 noon

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2

What: This is a fun session and you should register early to avoid disappointment. We'll discuss how to :

download the free Itunes program,
use the user- friendly ITunes Help featu
load music onto your computer from your CDs,
download music, free podcasts, and videos from the Itunes Store,
make up different playlists to use on your your computer, Ipod, or music player at home, and we'll show you how to play music from your IPod or IPhone on your car radio.

This is an opportunity to learn about the basic features of the Itunes program and how you can use Itunes to enjoy music on your PC while you work, and on your Ipod when you're 'on the move.'

If you have an Ipod bring it along as we'll discuss different models and there'll be plenty of time for questions and discussion.

Registrations with John Nimmo, john.nimmo@xtra.co.nz. Cost $5 per head payable on the day, correct change if possible please.

Workshop on Accessibility Tools, Tuesday 26 July 10.00 am - 12.00 pm

2011-07-10T13:23:00.001+12:00

When: Tuesday 26 July 10.00 am - 12.00 pm

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2

What: Alan Royal works with people with a range of impairments.

He will demonstrate features built into your computer and mouse that can assist you to see and listen to your programmes, and also some simple tools that can be added to your browser that serve a similar purpose.

These tools are especially valuable if you have an age related sight, hearing or mobility impairment.

Don't let an impairment become a disability. Learn how to manage them.

Register with Alan at alan.royal.nz@gmail.com.

Numbers are limited so register early.

The cost is $5 payable at the door. Correct change please.

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Computer Owners Group (COG) SIG, Wednesday 13 July, 10.00 am - 11.45 am

2011-07-08T12:49:00.006+12:00

When: Wednesday 13 July, 10 am - 11.45 am

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2

What: David Boyes will facilitate.This is your meeting so please bring your questions: The team will try and provide answers.

Special Interest Groups (SIG) are free to all SeniorNet Wellington members.

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Digicam (Digital camera) SIG. (Special Interest Group), Tuesday 19 July, 10.00 am - 12.00 pm - note change of day

2011-07-06T22:01:00.001+12:00

When: Tuesday 19 July, 10.00 am - 12.00 pm

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2

What: Please bring your questions on any aspect of photography. Hopefully we can help in answering them.

Bryan has been preparing over 200 images on Italy, for presentation to The Overland Club. He will show you how he made small changes of enhancement using Faststone - the procedure, what to do first, second etc. with a display of "before and after".

He also attended a full day Travel Photography Seminar & Workshop, at The Penthouse Cinema, together with over 100 other enthusiasts. Darran Leal was the photographer. Adventure Travel organised it. Bryan will pass on what he learnt. He said it was very worth while and learnt heaps.

If there is time we will take another quick look at Camerasim. This is especially useful for the beginner.

Taken a few pics you are proud of or have found unusual. Let's look at them. Nice pics are always good to see, and if have something to contribute please do share it.

Bryan Carver, bcarver@clear.net.nz.

The Digicam sessions are free to all members.

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Open Day invitation Friday 15 July 2011 - bring your friends

2011-07-06T19:11:00.002+12:00

This is another opportunity for older folk to see and hear how SeniorNet computer training can give them new skills, and add much interest and fun to their lives.

SeniorNet classes are fun and enjoyable and you’ll make new friends
Competent and friendly Tutors provide helpful individual tuition
Every class member works on a computer and gets a Training Manual
Classes are restricted to just five people with two tutors to a class.
Classes are held at the same time and day each week and last two hours
Most Courses include four two hour sessions, while a few are longer
Prior computer knowledge or typing ability are not necessary
Members learn to send emails, use the Internet, write letters, use digital cameras, repair photos, play games, and many other useful new skills.
Membership costs $20 a year and Course fees are moderate
Also, two hour workshop sessions are held most weeks on many new-technology subjects and all members are most welcome to attend these.

SeniorNet provides a friendly opportunity for older folk with computer experience to share their skills with others at workshops and interest group meetings, and members find these sessions very interesting and helpful.

Open Day on Friday 15 July 2011

You’ll be most welcome

Call any time between 10am and 2pm

Level 1, Anvil House, 138 to 140 Wakefield Street

(opposite the Michael Fowler Centre)

Or phone SeniorNet, 04 4731510 for more information

Check our web site

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WORKSHOP - BROWSERS and SEARCH ENGINES, Thursday 21 July, 10.00 am - 12.00 pm

2011-07-03T14:36:00.001+12:00

When: Thursday 21 July, 10.00 am - 12.00 pm

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2

What: Getting tired of the same old browser? There are others that work just as well and might suit you better!

And using Google all the time? There are others, particularly for specialist subjects.

What's more, you can have more than one of each on your computer.
Come along and see them.

To register contact David Boyes, deeboyes@xtra.co.nz, tel: 5694942. Cheap at $5.00 each. The correct money would be really appreciated.

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Workshop - the 'Cloud', tools and free storage, Tuesday 12 July 10.00 am - 12.00 pm

2011-07-01T16:10:00.000+12:00

When: Tuesday 12 July 10.00 am - 12.00 pm

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room2

What: Alan Royal will give an overview of cloud computing, free storage sites and some tools for manipulating and sharing documents and images on the cloud.

Register with Alan at a.royal@paradise.net.nz.

Numbers are limited so register early.

The cost is $5 payable at the door. Correct change please.

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Writing & Publishing SIG - Formatting & Printing your Publications, Wednesday 13 July 12.30 pm - 2.30 pm

2011-07-01T15:41:00.004+12:00

When: Wednesday 13 July 12.30 pm - 2.30 pm

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2

What: This workshop will discuss some aspects to consider when formatting and printing out your publications.

John Foden will host this workshop, and hopes to have a copy of the notes ('Formatting & Printing your Publications') posted on the Wellington SeniorNet website (Workshop Notes Page) a few days before the Workshop.This workshop is free.

Numbers are limited to 25. Register with John Foden (4792487 or john.foden@paradise.net.nz ). When registering, feel free to raise any specific topics that you would like to be discussed at the workshop.

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Workshop - tour of the Wellington City Council web services, Tuesday 5 July, 10 am - 12 pm

2011-06-28T20:58:00.001+12:00

When: Tuesday 5 July, 10 am - 12 pm

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2

What: Have you, as a Wellington resident, had an in depth look at the Wellington City Council web site? The available information is mind boggling.

There is a wealth of useful information available on the site including; living, visiting, working, learning and playing in Wellington.

Do you know to whom and how to make a complaint (or give a bouquet) about Council's services and products or get email alerts about new initiatives?

Would you like details and an aerial map of your property relating to your rates?

Would you like access to a directory of organisations in Wellington?

These are but a few of the areas that Jennifer Rains, Manager, City Communities, WCC will discuss and demonstrate at this workshop.

Contact Alan Royal at a.royal@paradise.net.nz, to register for the workshop.

The cost is $5, payable at the door. Correct change would be appreciated.

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Q&A SIG, Wednesday 6 July, 10.00 am - 12 .00 pm

2011-06-27T10:52:00.000+12:00

When: Wednesday 6 July, 10.00 am - 12.00 pm

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2

What: Bring your questions or subjects for discussion. The support team will try and provide an answer or comment.

The sessions are meant to answer basic questions even though they may appear a bit complicated at times. Learn from other members' problems.

Note that Q&A sessions are free to all members. You will always learn something, (maybe even at the cup of tea time)..

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Updated publications June 2011

2011-06-20T22:09:00.006+12:00

The following SeniorNet Wellington publications have been updated.They can be downloaded from the links below (or the links on the left of the page):

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Workshop - flash drives and camera cards, Tuesday 28 June, 10 am - 12 pm

2011-06-20T12:28:00.003+12:00

When: Tuesday 28 June, 10 am - 12 pm

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2

What: Alan Royal will cover storing files on a flash drive, recovery of lost data, warnings about the management of a variety of such drives and how to repair if they get corrupted.

The discussion also covers camera cards; types, their characteristics, use, management, capacity, number of shots, backing up, formatting, speed, single card vs many and safely removing cards.

Links to a set of notes will be made available.

Contact Alan Royal at a.royal@paradise.net.nz, to register for the workshop.

The cost is $5, payable at the door. Correct change would be appreciated.

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Digicam (Digital camera) SIG. (Special Interest Group), Wednesday 15 June, 10.00 am - 12.00 pm

2011-06-09T17:48:00.000+12:00

When: Wednesday 15 June 10.00 am - 12.00 pm

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2

What: Please bring your questions on any aspect of photography. Hopefully we can help in answering them.

We will also, time allowing:

look at a newly developed web site called Camerasim. This simulates the effects of changing camera settings. You can immediately see the result from changing shutter-aperture-ISO and other settings. Fascinating and especially great for the newbie photographer. We will give it a test drive.

For the more experienced:

21 ways to shoot better pictures, auto focus passive and active. Which system does your camera use and does it make any difference. Face detection in the camera, should you leave it on or switch off plus a page of explanation.

Taken a few pics you are proud of or have found unusual. Let's look at them. Nice pics are always good to see.

Questions and answers are always on the agenda and if have something to contribute please do share it.

Bryan Carver, bcarver@clear.net.nz.

The Digicam sessions are free to all members.

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Workshop - teach yourself some new tricks, Tuesday 21 June 10.00 am - 12.00 pm

2011-06-09T13:40:00.012+12:00

When: Tuesday 21 June 10.00 am - 12.00 pm

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2

What: A mixture of tips and tricks to make your computer time more useful. Alan Royal wil demonstrate a wide range of tools that you have available on your computer that you may not be using or aware exist

Bring along your own selection and share with other members.

'You don't know what you don't know'.

Register with Alan Royal email a.royal@paradise.net.nz.

Cost: $5.00 payable at the door. Please have the correct amount.
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Writing & Publishing (W&P) SIG, Wednesday 8 June, 12.30 pm to 2.30 pm

2011-06-02T11:59:00.031+12:00

When: Wednesday 8 June, 12.30 pm to 2.30 pm

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2

What: Archivist Ken Scadden will talk on” Sources for Immigration and Maritime Research” . He was the Director of the Wellington Maritime Museum for some years.

We are privileged to have this speaker. It will be a useful session - guaranteed!

The Executive go to a great deal of trouble arranging these outstanding speakers so come early to get a good seat (or any seat at all).

The Writing & Publishing sessions are free to members.

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Computer Owners Group (COG) SIG, Wednesday 8 June, 10.00 am - 12..00 pm

2011-06-01T19:47:00.000+12:00

When: Wednesday 8 June, 10 am - 11.45 am

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2

What: Alan Royal will facilitate.This is your meeting so please bring your questions: The team will try and provide answers.

Special Interest Groups (SIG) are free to all SeniorNet Wellington members.

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SEARCHING ON THE INTERNET WORKSHOP - Tuesday 14 June 2011 10.00 am to 12.00 noon.

2011-06-01T19:32:00.014+12:00

When: Tuesday 14 June 2011 10.00 am to 12.00 noon.

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2, 138 - 140 Wakefield Street, Wellington.

What: Can you find what you want on the Internet? This Workshop will provide you with the tools and methods to do so. It will introduce you to the internet, the different web browsers, some of the various search engines available and how best to use them to get what you want. It will help you to use the internet more effectively. Particular emphasis will be placed on how to get the most out of Google, the most used search engine.

Tony Doogue will explore this essential information and show you how to go about finding what you want on the internet. There will be simple practical hints as well as links to numerous sources of more detailed information.

If you’ve got something you particularly want to know about or are having difficulties with why not see if he can help you.

Please register your interest with Tony Doogue at tonydoogue@xtra.co.nz at the same time mentioning anything you would like covered
.
Some of the content of the Workshop is readily accessible through the SeniorNet web site at www.seniornetwgtn.blogspot.com. Go to Workshop Notes and Searching on the Internet to see it.
Numbers are limited to the first 25 applicants.

Cost: $5 each, payable on arrival.

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Questions and Answers Special Interest Group (SIG), Wednesday 1 June, 10.00 am - 12 .00 pm

2011-05-26T10:53:00.011+12:00

When: Wednesday 1 June, 10.00 am - 12.00 pm

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2

What: Tony Doogue will facilitate this session. Bring your questions or subjects for discussion. Learn from other members problems.Tony's support team will try and provide an answer or comment. There are no silly questions.

As a follow up Tony will discuss the Windows Secrets Newsletter and also suggestions on how to simplify your computer utilities and tasks in Windows 7.

Note that Q&A sessions are free to all members. You will always learn something.

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REMINDER - Annual General Meeting - SeniorNet Wellington, Monday 30 May 2011

2011-05-25T19:33:00.016+12:00

A reminder that the nineteenth Annual General Meeting of SeniorNet Wellington Inc. will be held in the Spectrum Theatre, BP House, cnr Johnson Street and Customhouse Quay, Wellington on Monday, 30 May 2011 commencing at 10am.

Full details here.

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Workshop - downloading, installing and uninstalling programmes, Tuesday 7 June 10.00 am - 12.00 pm

2011-05-24T19:09:00.008+12:00

When:Tuesday 7 June 10.00 am - 12.00 pm

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2

What: Downloading programmes and other items from the Internet, precautions to take when installing and how to uninstall programmes.

Register with David Boyes email deeboyes@xtra.co.nz; phone 5694942.

Cost: $5.00 payable at the door. Please have the correct amount.

Workshop - Restoring Images using GIMP, Tuesday 24 May 10.00 am - 12.00 pm

2011-05-18T14:16:00.046+12:00

When: Tuesday 24 May 10.00 am - 12.00 pm

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2

What: This workshop will show how the free GIMP imaging programme can restore/improve your archive images and photos. John Foden will host this workshop, using a prepared manual which can be provided at cost (see below) or downloaded free from the SeniorNet website then 'Go to Workshop Notes page' then 'Workshop Notes: GIMP'

Costs:

Workshop fee: $5 (at the door).
GIMP manual(optional), 96 pages, bound: $12 (at the door).

Numbers are limited to 25, and registrations are to be made to John Foden (4792487, john.foden@paradise.net.nz ). When registering please indicate the following:

Do you require a copy of the GIMP manual? (Note that this manual is identical to that published earlier)
Would you like to bring one or more images/photos along to this workshop for discussion and help (warmly recommended!)
Would you be interested in coming to a 'hands on' GIMP workshop later in the year where you can work on your own images with support and help from SeniorNet members?

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Digicam (Digital camera) SIG. (Special Interest Group), Wednesday 18 May, 10.00 am - 12.00 pm

2011-05-15T22:34:00.000+12:00

When: Wednesday 18 May 10.00 am - 12.00 pm

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2

What: Please bring your questions on any aspect of photography. Hopefully we can help in answering them.

We will also, time allowing

have a further look at the importance of filing and the different systems.
demonstrate some web sites that are well worth viewing,from learning to the serious amateur. A nice "primer" is http://www.trekearth.com/gallery/ with heaps of wonderful images
look at how to convert for free, images of pages of text to a Word document
demonstrate some free online image editors.

The Digicam sessions are free to all members.

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Scanning Workshop,Thursday 19 May 10 am - 12 pm

2011-05-07T21:39:00.000+12:00

When: Thursday 19 May 10 am - 12 pm

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2

What: A short explanation of how a scanner works will be given followed by a demonstration using the SeniorNet Canon scanner. I will include scanning photographs and documents and then turning the document image into editable text using the Optical Character Recognition (OCR) software Omnipage that came with the Canon.

A CD will be provided with information on scanning and using OCR plus PhotoEd and OmniPage programmes.

NOTE This copy of Omnipage is not by any means the modern version.

Maximum allowed in the room 25; Charge $5 payable at the door; Ring Don Paterson at 232 7767 to register.

We wish to test the response to a follow up to the scanning and GIMP workshops with a hands-on session. A max of five participants who would each bring a few photos and receive help to scan using the SeniorNet Canon and then improve the resultant file on the computer. A nominal charge, yet to be decided, would be made.

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Annual General Meeting - SeniorNet Wellington, 30 May 2011

2011-05-06T10:25:00.002+12:00

Notice is herebygiven that the nineteenth Annual General Meeting of SeniorNet Wellington Inc.will be held in the Spectrum Theatre, BP House, cnr Johnson Street and Customhouse Quay, Wellington on Monday, 30May 2011 commencing at 10am.

Mark this date in your diary.

The AGM papers can be downloaded here.

AGENDA

1. Apologies

2. Confirmationof Minutes of AGM held on 21 June 2010.

3. Mattersarising from the minutes of the AGM.

4. Confirmationof Minutes of the Special Meeting held on 3 February 2011.

5. Matters arising from the minutes of theSpecial Meeting.

6. Adoptionof the 2011 Annual Report.

7. Approvalof the Financial Statements for the year to 31 March 2011.

8. Electionof officers and members of the Executive Committee.

9. Appointmentof Reviewer.

10. General Business.

The guest speaker is Marie Shroff, Privacy Commissioner,who will talk about

“How safe is your data?”

ELECTION OF OFFICERS AND EXECUTIVE FOR 2011/12

Nomination formsfor the election of officers and executive 2011/12 are available from theSecretary.

Nominations may be made for the following: Chairman

DeputyChairman

Secretary

Treasurer

Executivemembers

Completed formsmust be lodged with the Secretary on or before 23 May 2011.

All proposers andnominees must be current financial members.

Derek Oldershaw

Secretary

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Writing & Publishing (W&P) SIG, Wednesday 11 May, 12.30 pm to 2.30 pm

2011-05-02T19:17:00.001+12:00

When: Wednesday 11 May, 12.30 pm to 2.30 pm.

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2

What: John Sullivan from the National Library will discuss how people can search for and use, images held in the National Library. He will also give us the latest information on how we can access this material during the present changes to the Library's storage facilities. This will be a very interesting and helpful session for members looking for suitable pictures to support and add interest to their stories.

We are privileged to have this speaker. It will be a lively and entertaing session - guaranteed!

Come early to get a good seat (or any seat at all).

The Writing & Publishing sessions are free to members.

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Course vacancies.

2011-05-02T19:05:00.000+12:00

There are vacancies on the Email and Internet course which commences on Thursday 5 May 2011 at 2.15pm. This course covers the Outlook Express email program and will include reference to creating, sending, receiving and formatting emails as well as attaching photos and other items to them. The use of the Internet will also be fully demonstrated.

Please contact Keith Kenderdine kenderkb@xtra.co.nz if you can attend this course. The cost is $55 and the course is for 8 weeks.

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Computer Owners Group (COG) SIG, Wednesday 11 May, 10 am - 11.45 am

2011-04-29T19:40:00.001+12:00

When: Wednesday 11 May, 10 am - 11.45 am

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2

What: Trevor King will facilitate.This is your meeting so please bring your questions: The team will try and provide answers.

Trevor will also discuss, after tea and biscuits, setting up newly acquired notebook and laptop computer.

Special Interest Groups (SIG) are free to all SeniorNet Wellington members.

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Q&A SIG, Wednesday 4 May, 10.00 am - 12 .00 pm

2011-04-29T19:32:00.000+12:00

When: Wednesday 4 May, 10.00 am - 12.00 pm

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2

What: Tony Doogue will facilitate this session. Bring your questions or subjects for discussion. Learn from other members problems.Tony's support team will try and provide an answer or comment. There are no silly questions.

As a follow up Tony will discuss web browser updates.

Note that Q&A sessions are free to all members. You will always learn something.

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Workshop - How to install and use Skype, Tuesday 10 May 10.00 am -12 noon

2011-04-25T12:30:00.002+12:00

When: Tuesday 10 May 10.00 am - 12 noon

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2

What: The workshop will look at the Skype program, which can be used to make calls (both voice and video) over the internet, for free.

How to download the software, install it and get the program up and running, so that you can talk to family and friends, as well as see them if you have a web camera, will be demonstrated.

The cost of the workshop is $5 payable at the door.

Please register with Keith Kenderdine at kenderkb@xtra.co.nz. Please wear a name tag.

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Workshop - Tips and Tricks with Images & Text in Microsoft Word 2003/2007 - Tuesday 3 May 2011 9.45am – 12.00 pm

2011-04-18T19:19:00.002+12:00

When: Tuesday 3 May 2011 9.45am – 12.00 pm

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2

What: This is a fun session and is limited to the first 25 applicants. Register early to avoid missing out.

We'll look at:
• Creating text effects and animation
• Creating captions with images
• Inserting images and text wrapping
• Cropping and compressing images
• Resizing images
• WordArt
• Microsoft Paint programme
• Creating an oval image
• Use of Format Painter
• Grouping and lining up of images
• Inserting text and images in tables
• And much more

This is a chance to learn some of the basic features of the Word 2003 and 2007, to help you to enhance your project. Questions and discussion welcome during the workshop

Registration with Peter Moon email: peteraumoon@yahoo.co.nz. Cost $5 per head payable on the day. Correct change if possible please.

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Digicam (Digital camera) SIG. (Special Interest Group), Wednesday 20 April, 10.00 am - 12.00 pm

2011-04-17T10:48:00.002+12:00

When: Wednesday 20 April, 10.00 am - 12.00 pm

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2

What: Questions are always welcome. We will collectively try to answer queries and/or problems relating to camera and photography related software

We will describe and show how to organise and search your images by renaming. Why? To find them easier and to have record of image details built into the image background.

The Digicam sessions are free to all members.

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Scam Week, 4–10 April 2011 - Keep your personal information safe

2011-04-14T19:32:00.002+12:00

Keep your personal information safe.

During Scam Week, 4–10 April 2011, the New Zealand Ministry for Consumer Affairs highlighted that over the past year there has been a shift in how the scammers operate, with more reports of scammers using the telephone to try and trick people. There are ways you can protect yourself and your information. For more information see http://www.consumeraffairs.govt.nz/scams/protect-yourself.

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2011-04-11T15:43:00.000+12:00

Searching for freeware Workshop - Tuesday 19 April 2011 10.00 am to 12.00 noon.

When:  Tuesday 19 April 2011 10.00 am to 12.00 noon.

Where:  Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2, 138 - 140 Wakefield Street, Wellington.

What:  It is said there are no free lunches - but freeware programmes are the exception. For every commercial programme there is probably an equally good free one.

The workshop will show you where to find suitable freeware, how to decide if it is suitable, and its value as a replacement for commercial programmes.

If you’ve got freeware you particularly want to know about or are having difficulties with why not see if we can help you.

Please register your interest with Alan Royal at a.royal@paradise.net.nz at the same time mentioning anything you would like covered.

Numbers are limited to the first 25 applicants.

Cost: $5 each, payable on arrival, and this includes tea and biscuits!

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Publications 2011 updates

2011-04-05T20:00:00.001+12:00

The following SeniorNet Wellington publications have been updated. They can be viewed and/or downloaded from the links below.

They are also on our web site under Publications or ForthcomingWorkshops respectively.

Visit our web site at to view regular updates.

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Facebook/Twitter Workshop, Thursday 14 April 10 am - 12 pm

2011-03-31T19:06:00.002+13:00

When: Thursday 14 April, 10 am - 12 pm

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2

What: Social Media: A New Method of Engagement. Rebecca Kay from the Wellington ICT Trust will introduce us to Social media platforms such as Facebook and Twitter. They provide an excellent (and free!) opportunity to reach out into the community via the web.

This workshop, will discuss some of the platforms popular in New Zealand, some guidelines on how to use social media to promote yourself or your organisation, and connect to people in the community.

Numbers are limited. Please confirm attendance with Alan Royal at a.royal@paradise.net.nz.

Cost: $5 each, payable on arrival. Please have correct change.

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Computer Owners Group (COG) SIG, Wednesday 13 April, 10 am - 11.45 am

2011-03-31T11:09:00.000+13:00

When: Wednesday 13 April, 10 am - 11.45 am

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2

What: Trevor King will facilitate.This is your meeting so please bring your questions: The team will try and provide answers.

Trevor will also discuss wireless network issues.
Special Interest Groups (SIG) are free to all SeniorNet Wellington members.

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Q&A SIG, Wednesday 6 April, 10.00 am - 12 .00 pm

2011-03-31T10:40:00.003+13:00

When: Wednesday 6 April, 10.00 am - 12.00 pm

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2

What: Trevor King will facilitate this session. Bring your questions or subjects for discussion. Learn from other members problems.Trevor's support team will try and provide an answer or comment. There are no silly questions.

As a follow up Trevor is prepared to discuss issues related to printers and scanners.

Note that Q&A sessions are free to all members. You will always learn something.

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Writing & Publishing (W&P) SIG, Wednesday 13 April from 12.30pm to 2.30pm

2011-03-30T17:03:00.000+13:00

When: Wednesday 13 April from 12.30pm to 2.30pm.

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2

What: Professor Bill Manhire, who has recently announced his retirement will be the speaker. Bill is best known for heading the world renowned Creative Writing Course at Victoria University.

We are privileged to have this speaker. It will be a lively and entertaing session - guaranteed!

Come early to get a good seat (or any seat at all).

The Writing & Publishing sessions are free to members.

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TRAVEL PLANNING WORKSHOP - Tuesday 5 April 2011 from 10am to 12 noon.

2011-03-22T19:59:00.003+13:00

When: Tuesday 5 April 2011 from 10am to 12 noon.

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2, 138 - 140 Wakefield Street, Wellington.

What: Learn how to use your computer to make your own travel arrangements and itineraries. Find your way around the internet to save yourself money and get what you want. Reduce your documentation to the essentials and make life easier for yourself, family and friends.

This Workshop deals with most aspects of travel planning, from deciding where and when to go to carrying out your plans for yourself on your computer. It deals with preparing an itinerary, making timely travel and accommodation arrangements, getting advantageous terms for airlines, ferries, trains, rental vehicles, accommodation, concert and theatre bookings, using the internet and/or direct e-mail for reservations and, time permitting, setting out the results in an Excel spread sheet. Other essential matters, such as baggage and packing recommendations, check lists, money requirements after arrival and travel insurance options will be traversed.

Tony Doogue and Trevor King are repeating previous workshops, with some add-ons, to show you how they have used the internet and Excel to plan holidays. If you are planning any travel come along and get some pointers. Much of the content of the Workshop is readily accessible through the SeniorNet web site at www.seniornetwgtn.blogspot.com.

Please register with Tony Doogue at tonydoogue@xtra.co.nz and mention any special interest, as prior advice of what you want to know about will help us to help you.

Numbers are limited to the first 25 applicants.

Cost: $5 each, payable on arrival. Please have correct change.

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ITunes and Music Workshop, Tuesday 29 March 10 am to 12 noon

2011-03-18T21:08:00.001+13:00

When: Tuesday 29 March 10 am to 12 noon

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2

What: This is a fun session and you should register early to avoid disappointment. We'll look at:

   * how to download the free Itunes program,
   * how to use the user- friendly ITunes Help features,
   * how to load music onto your computer from your CDs,
   * how to download music, podcasts and videos from the Itunes Store,
   * how to make up different playlists to use on your your Ipod or music player at home,
   * and we'll show you how to play music from your IPod or IPhone on your car radio.

This is an opportunity to learn about the basic features of the Itunes program and how you can use Itunes to enjoy music on your PC while you work, and on your Ipod when you're 'on the move.' If you have an Ipod bring it along as we'll discuss different models and there'll be plenty of time for questions and discussion.
Registrations with John Nimmo, john.nimmo@xtra.co.nz. Cost $5 per head payable on the day, correct change if possible please.

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Open Office Workshop, Tuesday 22 March 10 am - 12 pm

2011-03-16T10:04:00.001+13:00

When: Tuesday 22 March, 10 am - 12 pm

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2

What It has been said that members are getting fatigued by the rate that new -and expensive - versions of operating systems and office applications are appearing in the market place.

Open (Libre) Office is a free alternative to the expensive commercial Office programs. Why pay hundreds of dollars when you can have a word processor, spreadsheet, database, drawing and presentation programme very cheap (i.e. for nothing!).

The workshop will show you where to find the Libre (Open) Office programme and where to download excellent free tutorials. One of these sets of (ten lessons to cover the whole suite of programmes) tutorials can also be purchased in hard copy. Another set cover the basics in two one hour lessons.

For those who want the Libre Office programme (214 MB), the manual and tutorials on disk, provided you let Alan Royal know it will be provided at an extra cost of $5.

Please register early with Alan Royal at a.royal@paradise.net.nz as places will be limited.
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The cost of the workshop is $5 payable at the door. Please have the corrct change

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Digicam (Digital camera) SIG. (Special Interest Group), Tuesday 15 March, 10.00 am - 12.00 pm

2011-03-10T10:49:00.000+13:00

When: Tuesday, 15 March 10.00 am - 12.00 pm

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2

What: Questions are always welcome. We will collectively try to answer queries and/or problems relating to camera and photography related software

There has been a lot of talk about 'cloud computing'. Put simply, it is about manipulating and/or storing your files elsewhere than on your own machine. There will be a demonstraion of free online image manipulation software and discussion on how and where to store images online.

The Digicam sessions are free to all members.

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Computer Owners Group (COG) SIG, Wednesday 9 March, 10 am - 11.45 am

2011-03-03T15:39:00.000+13:00

When: Wednesday 9 March, 10 am - 11.45 am

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2

What: This is your meeting so please bring your questions: The team will try and provide answers.

Special Interest Groups (SIG) are free to all SeniorNet Wellington members.

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Writing & Publishing (W&P) SIG, Wednesday 9 March from 12.30pm to 2.30pm

2011-03-03T15:24:00.002+13:00

When: Wednesday 9 March from 12.30pm to 2.30pm.

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2

What: A new approach is being tried for these sessions. They will start with a talk related to writing. This will be followed by short, sharp presentation(s) on a specific topic(s) related to writing and publishing.

David Dobson will describe and demonstrate how he has gone about writing his life story. He will include how he initially started to plan the book, and how it expanded so that he had to make further decisions about chapters. He will talk about the size of the book, the font style and layout used and inserting photos.

David can also comment on the need to keep to a particular style regarding the use of capitals for words like Mum and Dad. Footnotes or endnotes.

There will also be a 'show and tell' session on the use of the Word outliner and a brief introduction to a free mindmapping programme for organising your thoughts. If you don't know about the value of mindmapping for writing, come along and find out.

The Writing & Publishing sessions are free to members.
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Problem Solving Workshop, Tuesday 8 March 10 am - 12 pm

2011-03-02T10:04:00.001+13:00

When: Tuesday 8 March, 10 am - 12 pm

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2

What: The Centre's computers, like your home computer, can have everyday problems. The Technical Committee have recorded those problems and documented solutions. Members have the opportunity to work through those problems and their solutions in this workshop.

Contact Alan Royal at a.royal@paradise.net.nz, to register for the workshop and receive a copy of the documentation.

The cost is $5, payable at the door. Correct change would be appreciated.

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REMINDER Workshop on Internet Banking, Tuesday 1 March 10 am to 12 noon

2011-02-27T13:19:00.000+13:00

When Tuesday 1 March 10am to 12 noon

Where Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2, 138 to 140 Wakefield St.

What: Dean Burt and his colleague from Westpac Banking will address all aspects of Online Banking. They will talk about the various things you can do on-line, will answer questions including security concerns, and they will discuss the design approach that they follow to achieve their goal of making Online Banking safe, simple, and easy to use.
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Dean Burt helped us run several excellent Online Banking Workshops last year. He is a very good presenter and while he is from Westpac, his presentation and comments are relevent for customers of all NZ Trading Banks. You will find this a very interesting and helpful Workshop. Please register with John Nimmo, john.nimmo@xtra.co.nz Cost $5, payable on the day. Correct change please.

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Workshop on Internet Banking, Tuesday 1 March 10 am to 12 noon

2011-02-23T19:14:00.001+13:00

When Tuesday 1 March 10am to 12 noon

Where Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2, 138 to 140 Wakefield St.

What: Dean Burt and his colleague from Westpac Banking will address all aspects of Online Banking. They will talk about the various things you can do on-line, will answer questions including security concerns, and they will discuss the design approach that they follow to achieve their goal of making Online Banking safe, simple, and easy to use.
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Dean Burt helped us run several excellent Online Banking Workshops last year. He is a very good presenter and while he is from Westpac, his presentation and comments are relevent for customers of all NZ Trading Banks. You will find this a very interesting and helpful Workshop. Please register with John Nimmo, john.nimmo@xtra.co.nz Cost $5, payable on the day. Correct change please.

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Q&A SIG, MONDAY 28 February, 10.00 am - 12 .00 pm. NOTE CHANGE OF DAY

2011-02-20T19:07:00.000+13:00

When: Monday 28 February, 10.00 am - 12.00 pm

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2

What: Michael Munro will facilitate this session. Bring your questions or subjects for discussion. Michael's support team will try and provide an answer or comment. There are no silly questions.

Note that Q&A sessions are free to all members.

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Workshop - TradeMe, Tuesday February 22nd, 10 am - 12 pm

2011-02-14T18:45:00.000+13:00

When: Tuesday February 22nd, 10 am - 12 pm.

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting Room 2

What: This, the tenth TradeMe Workshop will include up-to-date notes which will be emailed to you. There have been further changes to this world class online auction site. We will explore online and register a volunteer. This is free. Should you wish to volunteer please let me know and I will phone you. The registration form needs your address plus other details including your age.

Bryan will try and have something to sell to demostrate how easy it is.
As I prepare this 65072 people are online perusing over 1.7 million items. Nearly 2.7 million people are registered.

Steph Bain from Trademe will address us briefly and ask a small favour of those who wish to participate.

Email and include your phone number at Bryan Carver bcarver@clear.net.nz (Ph 3897432).

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REMINDER - Clean your PC Workshop, Tuesday 15 February, 12 pm - 2 pm . Some places still left

2011-02-11T09:51:00.000+13:00

When: Tuesday 15 February, 12 pm - 2 pm

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting room 2

What: Alan Royal will go through the process of cleaning up, cleaning out and speeding up that slow PC.

The cost of the workshop is $5 payable at the door. An optional CD, containing the freeware necessary is available for an extra $5. Please bring the correct change.

Register early with Alan Royal at a.royal@paradise.net.nz and order the CD. Numbers will be limited to 25.

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Clean your PC Workshop, Tuesday 15 February, 12 pm - 2 pm

2011-02-07T19:20:00.000+13:00

When: Tuesday 15 February, 12 pm - 2 pm

Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Meeting room 2

What: Alan Royal will go through the process of cleaning up, cleaning out and speeding up that slow PC.

The cost of the workshop is $5 payable at the door. An optional CD, containing the freeware necessary is available for an extra $5. Please bring the correct change.

Register early with Alan Royal at a.royal@paradise.net.nz and order the CD. Numbers will be limited to 25.

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