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Westchester PC Users Group has WORKSHOPS FOR
EVERYONE who uses a computer. Some workshops have a formal
classroom-type approach; others are more informal meetings, where ideas and
problems are discussed. Below is a list of the various workshops, with phone
numbers and email addresses of the leaders. Feel free to contact each leader
for more information. Annual dues allow all immediate household/family
members to attend as many workshops as they wish.
While each Workshop takes on the style and flavor of the
Workshop leader and its participants, most follow these guidelines:
Beginner Level Workshops
These are most like the standard classroom/lecture format. All questions,
including those of the most basic nature, are welcome here. The sessions are run
much like the classic teacher/student model (but no pop quizzes or exams!).
Intermediate Level Workshops
Though much of the material covered will be in
the teacher/student format, members are encouraged to participate, or even occasionally
lead their own sessions.
Advanced Level Workshops
These are full "round-table" format sessions,
with the leader functioning as a moderator, rather than a lecturer. These sessions include
our programming sessions, such as the Visual Basic .
The Workshop topics vary as the needs of our membership varies.
Also, as our Workshop leaders are volunteers, we can offer only those Workshops for which we can
find a leader! We have been fortunate to have attracted an outstanding group of talented
leaders.
For Workshop schedules see the
calendar
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| Beginner Level Workshops |
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WEBSITE
DESIGN
Moderator: George Hammer
hammerg@hotmail.com
Learn ways to create a Web
site using various programs such as Microsoft Expression Web. The discussion can
range from the technical, i.e., Search Engine Optimization to artistic concepts
of color, layout, visitor eye movement, etc. More information on this workshop is found at it's blog:
http://expressionwebworkshop.blogspot.com/ |
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EXCEL
Steven Nadel (718 409-4527)
sgnadel@optonline.net
Stephen Rapp (914 761-7490)
sjrapp@hotmail.com
The two Steves unite to
bring the popular spreadsheet program MS Excel back to WPCUG. Alternating
each month, a Steve presents their expertise in an entertaining and
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LEARN THE MAC
James Iscaro (914-831-5831)
jimiscaro@jpiconsulting.net
It‘s time to learn the MAC.
We start at the beginning and over time become familiar with the essentials of
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OPEN SOURCE
Joe Bruno
What is Open Source? A
definition is stated by the Open Source Initiative on the
www.opensource.org website. Further information is available by searching
for Open Source on Google. This first meeting will be a demonstration of a
cross-platform website copier. It will be shown using Windows and Linux although
it is available for Mac as well. This first workshop is designed for everyone
beyond very beginner. |
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QUICKEN
Harry MacLaughlin
harrym67@verizon.net
Quicken is an easy and
intuitive program that you can keep simple or you can use for complex planning
and investing uses. If you want it to keep your checkbook reconciled, it‘s
simple. If you want to break down your investments into asset classes, it is a
little less so but still not difficult. A Q&A session begins each workshop. We
work through cash accounts, file management, and some online functions. Later we
will get into investment accounts. All sessions will be open to comments and
discussion. Contact Harry for more details. |
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WINDOWS, BEGINNER
Mark Lindemann (769-2354)
MarkJL@optonline.net
Richard Nayman (739-0872)
richienay@verizon.net
For those new to Windows
XP/Vista/7 or bought your first computer? This workshop is for you.
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MICROSOFT WORD
(Beginner
and Intermediate Level)
Fred Howley (762-3681)
redbeard419@optonline.net
Are you new at Word or have a bit of experience? Attend this class where we
cover shortcuts and techniques. Questions are welcome and are an integral part
of the class. If you have questions about a specific document, bring a copy on
a flash drive or CD and we’ll help you. |
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XP/VISTA/WINDOWS7
Richard Nayman (739-0872)
richienay@verizon.net
Joseph Bruno (assistant)
We continue exploring
Windows7 to help you decide whether to upgrade or just wait until you buy a
new computer with Windows7 on it. |
| Intermediate Level Workshops |
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EXCEL
Steven Nadel (718 409-4527)
sgnadel@optonline.net
Stephen Rapp (914 761-7490)
sjrapp@hotmail.com
The two Steves unite to
bring the popular spreadsheet program MS Excel back to WPCUG. Alternating
each month, a Steve presents their expertise in an entertaining and
educational manner. |
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PHOTOSHOP ELEMENTS
Elliott Topp (914-693-6416)
ell.topp@verizon.net
Make your photographs look
their best. Edit, enhance, organize, and share your photos. Fix common flaws,
create composites, add text and graphics. Entertain friends with a dynamic
slideshow. Show your photos on the Web. E-mail your images to friends and
family. Show all of your photos in one place, and find photos using visual tags
and a variety of viewing options. |
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LINUX
John Moore
john@lions-wing.net
Joseph Bruno
This is the hot, superior,
stable, and free operating system. Because the Linux community is one of
camaraderie in which advanced users help write and maintain this free OS, this
workshop will provide encouragement and help for all levels of users, with input
from all. |
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QUICKBOOKS
John Filiberti (484-6520)
johnfiliberti@QBInsider.com
Anyone running a small
business will benefit from at-tending this workshop. Learn how to install, set
up, and troubleshoot QuickBooks. John Filiberti, who is a Quick-Books expert,
will lead the workshop. Please feel free to contact John with any questions or
ideas. |
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MICROSOFT WORD
(Beginner
and Intermediate Level)
Fred Howley (762-3681)
redbeard419@optonline.net
Are you new at Word or have a bit of experience? Attend this class where we
cover shortcuts and techniques. Questions are welcome and are an integral part
of the class. If you have questions about a specific document, bring a copy on
a flash drive or CD and we’ll help you. |
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UPGRADE & REPAIR
Jonathan Hauff (654-4166)
sperf@aol.com
We cover hardware and
software. The good stuff, fun stuff, and bad stuff. Sessions feature the
good stuff: adding to your PC (cameras, phones, PDAs, iPods, MP3 players,
mass storage, backups) and upgrades; and the bad: error messages, stubborn
installations, dreaded ―blue screens of death,‖ conflicts, and buggy
programs, virus/spyware/identity issues and how to understand and solve them
all! |
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UTILITIES & TROUBLESHOOTING
Richard Nayman (739-0872)
richienay@verizon.net
Learn to troubleshoot
hardware and software problems using field-tested techniques. We demonstrate
the lat-est commercial, shareware, and freeware utilities. We start with a
Q&A session. Sick computers are always welcome, but by appointment only.
Contact Richard for more details.
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POWERPOINT
Communicate your ideas through PowerPoint 2007. Learn how to add new theme
colors, special effects, graphics, photos, charts, and music to the text of
a presentation or slideshow. And just for fun add a voice over or sound
track. "Start with the nuts and bolts and end with a quality presentation,
while having fun." |
| Advanced Level Workshops |
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WINDOWS, ADVANCED
Ralph Grauso (337-7479)
ralfromny@hotmail.com
Jonathan Hauff (assistant) (834-0587)
sperf@aol.com
Guest leader each month
will provide new ideas and in-sight on how to use your computer. Come
expecting to learn from the experts and have your toughest questions not
only answered but also expanded upon. |

updated 01/22/12
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