OUR NEXT MEETING:
"Safe Computing" with Apple Specialist Tom Mulhall
We welcome back Tom Mulhall of Macintosh Systems Solutions,
Apple Specialist and former owner of the Apple Store in Key West,
on Thursday, May 12 at 7pm
in the Key Largo Library's Community Room, MM 101.4 Oceanside, Key Largo, FL.
Tom will speak on "Safe Computing," covering a range of topics centered around
keeping our devices and identity as safe as possible in today's digital environment.
From the iPhone to the desktop, these are things you need to know to protect yourself!
Tom is a great resource to have in the room, so come with questions for him.
No reservations required.
The meeting includes refreshments, so bring something to share if you can.
UKMUG is a non-profit group promoting the use and enjoyment of computers by sharing information and providing educational networking in the Upper Keys.
TOM MULHALL
PREVIOUS MEETINGS
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Come with your Mac devices and questions (and answers) for an informal Learning Lab on Thursday, June 11, 2015 7pm, at KL Library Community Room.
Come with information about your favorite app and/or nifty trick that you use on your apple device. Bring a light snack to share
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May 2015 meeting: In a very informal meeting, we shared questions and talked about various apps and had an impromptu discussion about password security. We also signed a card for Video Dave injured recently in an accident!
April
Hello, UKMUGgers!
We had a wonderful "final" meeting on March 26th, and after the meeting,
Laura Lancaster stepped up to take the helm for the group!
We have a new Queen! UKMUG goes on!
Laura will need your help... those of you who volunteered to help with "this or that job" now have a coordinator to ensure it all fits together smoothly.
And... there will be a meeting on April 9th
7pm, at KL Library Community Room
Topic: Vision for the club going forward and folks willing to help.
Come out and support your new Queen.
Help her take the club where you want it to go.
Picture of the official passing of the UKMUG ice bucket ...
Then scroll down, there's more...
Jim Allen was our March speaker and he asks our help in raising funds for St Jude.
He's entering the South Beach Triathlon to raise funds for this cause, of which he says, "I'm raising funds as a St. Jude Hero to support St. Jude's lifesaving mission of finding cures and saving children. This year is special for me, because my sister recently died of brain cancer, and she spent much of her time helping kids fighting cancer, too. Please help me reach my fundraising goal for the kids of St. Jude, especially since St. Jude shares its research without limit."
If you haven't given to St. Jude's recently, take a moment and support Jim.
Here's the link to his page: http://heroes.stjude.org/jimallen
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A note to everyone who calls me for All Keys ComputerGuys phone number. Write this down!!
(These are the ones to call when you need an expert to help you with your Mac, or even with a purchasing decision.) Jack and Chris -- (305) 707-7165
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Sue, former Queen of the UKMUG People.
Over and out!
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March 26, 2015 - Late because of Purple Isle's Art Show!!
JIm Allen on Apps
Thursday, March 26 - NOTE THE DATE!!!
Meeting date bumped by Purple Isles Art Guild show.
7pm at Key Largo Library
Community Room
MM 101.4 Oceanside
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February 2015
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UKMUG’S Film Festival Awards Ceremony hosted by Diane Marshall
The Paparazzi arrived early to snap all the wonderful shots of our event. Video Dave, thank you!!
The catering staff busily prepares the buffet.
Vale came early, expecting a regular meeting!
The Queen and her minions (Karen, Carol and Alan).
Sign in table.
Star-studded UKMUG-themed valentines added to the fun.
There were even decorations on the ceiling!
Incredible edibles and themed table decorations!
Swag bags and prizes for the film makers.
The bubbly station.
Fun treats!
Those Hollywood women sure look fantastic! Our celebrity presenters - Laura, Mary Anne & Diane.
(Which one is Ellen?)
John, Sue and Lane.
Celebrity fisherwoman Joan Wulff came for help during Beginners Circle.
Diane calls the evening to order and welcomes the Academy to the evening's festivities.
Celebrity presenters Laura and Mary Anne were elegant, articulate and refined.
Karen's movie was "Let Me Off the Leash " starring Iggy, in the Animal category.
And the winner was.... Karen for Best Animal Movie!
Close up of Karen's award.
Sue's movie, in the animation category. April Showers.
Sue wins the award for best animation.
John entered two documentaries. Divergent Views was the first... the other was Bastille Day in Paris, 2014.
Winner of the Documentary Category, John H., for Divergent Views.
Erica's movie, A Visit to Canada.
And the Winner in the Travel Category is.... Erica!
Erica won the votes of attendees (the Academy) for the grand prize, the STAR award.
Karen's UKMUG History slide show "A Little Help from My Friends" was a great trip down Memory Lane.
This whole evening (and the concept) was produced by Diane Marshall. Thanks, Di!
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January 2015
Thursday, January 8
7pm at Key Largo Library Community Room
MM 101.4 Oceanside
iOS: A Super Computer in Your Hand
with Johnni “Appleseed” Fazio
Come and learn all about the capabilities of that gadget in your hand!
Johnni is an energetic, knowledgeable and fascinating speaker, and no matter how much you think you know.... he’ll surprise you!
Based in Miami, Johnni Fazio runs http://shop.fazioweb.com/ - getting people up and running with their websites, email accounts and more. With a background in Audio/Video production, the former Apple Inc. employee of 6 years is now channeling his energy on the broadcast format of the future, Podcasting. Johnni created The Wizardcast group of Podcasting Professionals and he runs the Miami Podcast Meetup group.
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December 2014
UKMUG annual non-denominational holiday party - December 11th
The first-ever Keys/UKMUG version of an ugly sweater contest!
Thanks to Diane for the inspiration... and to Video Dave for taking great photos!
One of our activities was a social mix-it-up questionnaire. People had fun meeting new folks and talking about themselves and their Macs.
Alexa, center, got in a few questions with some new friends.
We enjoyed a wonderful potluck.
Santa had little presents under the tree for all.
Barry & Kathy
Betty & Claude
"Ugly Sweater" contest winners & participants.
The four winners (on the left) got prize ribbons and iTunes gift cards.
Karen (looking Bow-dacious!)
John in the most outrageously bright and fun sweater ever seen at an UKMUG meeting.
Lindi came as an “identity thief” with nametags from everyone we know stuck all over her... while she hid her own identity with sunglasses and a hat.
Wavy Davy was also looking bow-dacious and festive, with an Apple twist.
Mary Anne and Joanne had holiday sweaters, but they both looked so nice, you could hardly call them ugly sweaters!
And Sue's wearing a “crown” fashioned from Apple logos, snowflake bobbers and feathers, to look queenly, festive and ridiculous!
Dr. Tom is a Vet. Ya think?
Ellen & Richard
Emilie's tee was decorated on the back.
Erica & Kathy
Graham, Joanne & Dr. Tom
Jack came cleverly disguised at the Computer Guy.
Joanne & Graham
John & Diane, instigators of the contest, participated free of dignity!
Everyone agreed, John had the best Ugly Sweater.
Coming and going!
Karen & MaryAnne
Linda Lee
Linda Lee, MaryAnne, MaryAnne, and Erica
Lindi was an identity thief!!
Mary Anne C was very tropical.
And MaryANne R was just too cute!
Peggy and Joe were visiting from South Carolina
Richard was up from Key West to join us
Steve and Video Dave were there
ANd then there's Queen of the UKMUG people in holiday garb
Wavy Davy
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November 2014
Here is the Convergence movie.
You need Keynote to view it. It's a 23MB download, but it's cool:
Bob and Eleanor are back!
Cheryl and Darlene are ready to learn
Chuck and Don catch up.
Best crowd in months!
Jack.
Jack and his young ladies - Kyle, Karen & Patty.
Karen and Chuck are back!
Kyle won the e-book giveaway from Take Control ebooks.
Linda is the first to show interest in the UKMUG Film Festival, with Diane.
Mary Anne & Ike.
Roni & Joe from Kona Kai.
Sue shows the ebook and explains the giveaway.
Wavy Davy & Harold confer over an iPad.
Thursday, Nov. 13, 2014
7pm at Key Largo Library Community Room
MM 101.4 Oceanside
The Latest and
Greatest from Apple
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The Pitfalls of
Bleeding Edge Technology
by All Keys ComputerGuys
Jack Buccellato and Chris Muller
Beginners: Come at 6:30 for Beginner’s Circle - bring your questions and get help.
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October
Thursday, Oct. 9, 2014
7pm at Key Largo Library Community Room
MM 101.4 Oceanside
The Digital Traveler
with Diane Marshall and John Hammerstrom
Here’s a look at the apps, gadgets and websites for each stage of the digital traveler’s trip. The talk will be broken into three parts: Before the Trip--tools to help plan, pack and prepare for your adventure During the Trip--tools to ensure your trip is safe, comfortable, easy and what you expected After the Trip--tools to keep those good memories when you return home. At the end we hope others will share their favorite tools for travel with our group as well. Beginners: Come at 6:30 for Beginner’s Circle - bring your questions and get help.
Alan enjoys the special refreshments
(Check out that cheesecake! Thanks, Kathy!
Cheryl demonstrates her Targus case for the iPad. Highly recommended!
Kathy & Diane
Mary Anne with Nancy and Randy.
Our speakers, Di and John.
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Thursday, Sept. 11, 2014
Pixelmator with Joe Kukella (Sue Beal substituted)
Pixelmator is a very capable and low-cost alternative to Photoshop that Joe absolutely loves using.
As a digital image editor it does all most of us will ever ask an image editor to do, and it does it remarkably well.
While he is in the Upper Keys, Joe will be booking appointments for personal training. If you’re interested in having him stop by your home or business for an hour or so to cover any Mac OS, iOS, or Adobe product (Creative Suite, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) questions you have, drop him a note at joe (at) kukella.com.
A Mac user since 1988, Joe’s work as a designer and educator gives him a unique perspective on technology, how people use it, and how to explain it to others. He’s an Assistant Online Program Director for the Art Institute of Pittsburgh Online, and he hosts workshops and training services focused on Macs, iPhones, and iPads for individuals and small groups. He spent five years with Macintosh Systems Solutions serving as the Service and Education Coordinator.
Sisters! Mary Anne's sister Fran joined us for the first time.
We had a small but enthusiastic crowd. Just a dozen.
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August 2014
The Apple Security Model
with ALLAN MILLER
“Nuts and Bolts” about how Siri,
iCloud, iMessage...etc. use Apple’s
Keychain to handle all the security
requirements.
Thursday, August 14, 7-9 p.m. at the
Key Largo Library Community Room, mm101.4 oceanside.
Allan Miller and his son presented the Apple Security Model in August, with a little help from the Minions from Despicable Me, and a Hackintosh computer... built by the son!
He is 10 years old. You know how we joke about getting a 10-year-old to help us understand something technical? This kid is the one you want!
Allan gets “down & geeky” with his talk.
Allan & Carol show Jeanne something in the newsletter.
Minions, assemble! Karen carried out the theme with decorations and refreshments.
Graham & Joanne Thomas. Thanks, Graham, for sharing so many good articles with us!
Allan's son helps a member with his laptop. In the backgound, Allan fields an Android/Mac sync question for Claude.
Jeffrey, Mary Anne, Pete and Joanie collaborate during Beginner's Circle.
Allan shows some of the balloon bananas, made by Kathy Miller.
On the left is the Hackintosh Theo made, which was used to run the presentation.
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July 2014
iMovie with Video Dave
Thursday, July 10, 7-9 p.m. at the
Key Largo Library Community Room, mm101.4 oceanside.
Barry, Kathy & Maryanne
Jack makes his announcement.
Juanita challenges Jack during Beginner's Circle.
Jack and Joe meet; Richard looks on.
Joe makes his announcement.
Julie & Harold
Linda Lee shares her vacation photos.
Great turnout for July!
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June 2014
An Evening with the legendary TOM MULHALL
of Macintosh Systems Solutions
Thursday, June 12, 7-9 p.m. at the
Key Largo Library Community Room, mm101.4 oceanside.
Barry and Jany
BB and Erica
Carol and Alan
Dottie & Betty
Karen
Kathy and the balloon doorprize
Linda
Tom, the hero of our story!
Tom Steve and Steve.
Mary Anne & Miss Leslie
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May 2014:
Johnni was a dynamic and oh-so knowledgeable speaker!! Can't wait to have him back!
Carol won the Mother's Day Balloon Bouquet. Alan approves!
Dr Sally and Ike before the meeting.
Erica, BB and John were there.
Kathy Miller is the Twisted Balloon Artist who makes out door prizes. Contact Sue to get Kathy's number.
Commission a custom balloon sculpture for a gift or special occasion, or hire her to spice up a gathering.
Linda and Robert Sax. Boy Voyage, Robert - he's off for a 2-year trip to Bejing!!
Rose & Tom focus on a problem during Beginner's Circle.
Johnni's Apple TV/iPHone WiFi hookup to our old-school projector. All the bells and whistles!
For more on Podcasting and to meet up with others in Miami... go to http://thewizardcast.com/
Also - go there for links to the topics Johnni discussed. Great Podcast info there. Get started!!
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April 2014:
Jim Allen brought all his toys to share with us.
Betsy looks on while Judi tells Sue about a syncing problem.
George and Brenda, newcomers, were part of the demo.
Dave and Chris, also newcomers.
John and John and their iPhones.
John helps Janet with the iPad.
John and Erica catch up.
Jolene and Kathy.
Video Dave between Jeanne & Amber.
Mary Anne & Judi.
Sue makes announcements to a crowd of 52.
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March 2014:
Anita and Linda share an i-moment.
Barry and Kathy during Beginner's Circle.
Karen took this group panorama while Pete talked.
Kathy Miller & Texas Bluebonnets balloon prize.
Laura and Layne.
Laura H won the prize.
Everyone brought their i-toys to play along.
Pat Baker likes Candy Crush Saga!
Pete answers questions during break, with John C and Dr Sally.
Sue makes announcements to a packed room.
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February 2014:
A full house looks forward to the presentation while Sue makes announcements.
Ackenhousens - Carol & Alan.
Beginners Circle is a good time for lively exchange.
Guy Edson, Kyle Long & Paul Parker.
Jim & Anita Elsenser share something funny on their phones.
Joe answers questions during the break.
John H, Harold, Ike and John C.
Judi Walker shows a beautiful orchid on a beautiful iPad.
Karen Sunderland & Wally Broege survey the Valentine treats.
Lee Shur is ready to learn.
Linda Lee and Mary Anne catch up before the meeting.
Martha & Steve Sholtes taking my picture!
Rotarians gather in Steve's corner-- Steve, Pete & Dan.
Ruth Rich & Dorothy Hertel ham it up.
Video Dave and Wally catch up
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January 2014:
An engaged crowd for the Q&A.
Elise and her club tee shirt.
Taylor and Riane told us all about Small Dog Electronics.
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The Irwins were there.
Paul and Kyle.
Tyler and Riane - Thank you!
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Annual Non-denominational Holiday Celebration
Thursday December 12, 7 pm - Key Largo Library Community Room.
Presentation on UKMUG's history, buffet dinner, gifts.
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iOS7 and all that jazz - New Stuff from Apple
with Jack & Chris from ALL KEYS COMPUTERGUYS
Thursday, November 14th
from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Key Largo Library Community Room,
MM 101.4 oceanside.
Are you a beginner needing Mac help? Come at 6:30 and bring your Mac and your questions.
There will be some experienced users there to help for the half-hour before the formal presentation starts.
Download Jack's 25 Hidden iOS7 Features document:
25 Hidden iOS 7 Features.pdf
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Topic: "MORE THAN ONE WAY TO SCAN THE CAT"
Can we teach the Analog Dog Digital Tricks?
A brief look at, and demo of: SCANNING, the Bridge Between Two Worlds.
Presented by Jim Spencer, Florida Keys Dive and Photo Enthusiast
Be there: Thursday, October 10, 7-9 p.m. at the
Key Largo Library Community Room, mm101.4 oceanside.
Bring your PC friends -- both PC and Mac users are encouraged to attend.
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15 Ways to Communicate in the 21st Century
Thursday, September 12th
from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Key Largo Library Community Room,
MM 101.4 oceanside.
From texting to video chats, our world has changed greatly in the last few years. Whether you are talking with your grandkids or catching up with your friends - find out how it all works for you!
The speaker is Allan Miller, Owner and Chief Engineer at Binary Engineering, Inc., a Miami-based boutique computer consulting company specializing in making computer technology helpful and affordable to small business and individuals. Check out his website, www.BinaryBackyard.com which is geared to helping people collect and share great websites and video with others.
Allan Miller
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Thursday, August 8, 2013
7-9pm at Key Largo Library Community Room, MM 101.4 Oceanside
“Learn iPhoto the Easy Way”
Tutorials can be your best friend, and they are free and plentiful online.
Speaker Karen Beal will show you where to find them and how to use them.
Beginners: Come at 6:30 and bring your Mac and your questions. There
will be some experienced users there to help for the half-hour before the
formal presentation starts! Experienced users: please come and help!
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8 Things You Should Know About Social Media Networking by Jackie Harder
Thursday, July 11, at 7pm
Key Largo Library Community Room, MM 101.4 Oceanside, Key Largo, FL
Can 1 billion people be wrong?
Facebook doesn’t think so!
Social media networking online is here to stay. Learn the eight basic truths about social media
networking to boost exposure for your business or organization.
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“Emails and Phishing and Spam! O My!”
Thursday, June 13, at 7pm
Key Largo Library Community Room, MM 101.4 Oceanside, Key Largo, FL
Jack Buccellato and Chris Muller from All Keys Computer Guy
will talk about how to protect yourself from those who would like to
hijack your identity and take over your email address.
Are you a beginner needing Mac help? Come at 6:30 and bring your Mac and your questions.
There will be some experienced users there to help for the half-hour before the formal presentation starts.
PC USERS ALSO WELCOME!!
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Cutting the Cord: Non-standard ways to receive TV, Phone & Internet
by Allan Miller
Thursday, May 9, at 7pm
Key Largo Library Community Room, MM 101.4 Oceanside, Key Largo, FL.
Allan is the Owner and Chief Engineer at Binary Engineering, Inc.,
a Miami-based boutique computer consulting company specializing in
making computer technology helpful and affordable to small business and individuals.
Check out his website, www.BinaryBackyard.com which is geared to
helping Internet Users collect and share great websites and video with others.
ALLAN'S SLIDES - Click here: Cutting the cord v5.2.pdf
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AppTalk for iPhone and iPad
by Jim Allen of Gold Coast Mac User Group
Thursday, April 11, 2013
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Intro to Apple's iCloud Services
by Joe Kukella of Key West
Thursday, March 14, at 7pm at Key Largo Library Community Room, MM 101.4 Oceanside.
iCloud is a free, cloud-based storage and computing service. It can store all of your music, photos, calendars, contacts and more
and wirelessly push them to your other computers or iPhone and iPad devices. iCloud is easy to set up, but to get the most from it
you need to take a closer look at what it can, and cannot, do. Joe will provide a feature-by-feature overview of iCloud services,
detail how to get your data into the cloud, and discuss why this cloud has a silver lining. He'll also discuss a few other non-Apple
cloud-based services such as Google Docs and Dropbox.
Joe Kukella has been a Mac user since 1988. His work as a designer and educator gives him a unique perspective on technology,
how people use it, and how to explain it to others. He's currently an Assistant Online Program Director for the Graphic and Web Design
Department at the Art Institute of Pittsburgh Online Division where he manages a group of 30 faculty and develops courses for over
3,000 students from around the country pursuing undergraduate degrees in Graphic Design. When he's not busy trying to fit that title
onto a tiny business card, he hosts workshops and training services in Key West focused on Macs, iPhones, and iPads for individuals
and small groups. In addition to teaching art and design, he spent five years with Macintosh Systems Solutions in Key West serving
as the Service and Education Coordinator where he fixed computers and taught folks the nitty-gritty of wrangling Macs to do more
than just play Bubble Blaster.
While he is in the Upper Keys on Thursday the 14th, Joe will be booking appointments for personal training visits as well.
If you're interested in having him stop by your home or business for an hour or so to cover any Mac OS, iOS (iPhone and iPad),
or Adobe product (Creative Suite, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) questions you have, drop him a note at joe@kukella.com
and he'll get back to you with information. He can also add you to his mailing list so you get advance notice on his future visits to the Upper Keys!
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Sweetheart Tips & Tricks for OSX
Bring your sweetheart and get some sweet tips on getting around on your Mac!
Presenters are Diane Marshall, John Hammerstrom, Karen and Sue Beal — all seasoned Mac users with plenty to share.
Thursday, February 14, 2012 , at 7pm at Key Largo Library Community Room, MM 101.4 Oceanside.
Speakers Diane, John & Karen
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Photo Apps for iPhone and iPad!
by Abby Ward Bellard of Abby's Computer Tutors
Thursday, January 10, 2013
at 7pm at Key Largo Library Community Room, MM 101.4 Oceanside.
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Thursday, Dec. 13, 2012
7pm at Key Largo Library
Community Room,
MM 101.4 Oceanside
20th Annual Non-Denominational Holiday Party
Bring a yummy party dish to share, and bring your best game mindset,
as we’ll compete Jeopardy-style for our preference from the gift tables.
Gifts generously provided by Macintosh Systems Solutions:
The Apple Store in Key West. Thank you, Ashley & Tom!!
Additional gifts from our speakers (All Keys ComputerGuy
& Tropical Software), and UKMUG dues.
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NOVEMBER:
Bring your iPhone5 or iPad Mini to the iParty!
by Jack Buccellato & Chris Muller of All Keys ComputerGuy
Thursday, November 8, at 7pm at Key Largo Library Community Room, MM 101.4 Oceanside.
Jack and Chris will talk about the newest Apple gadgets (the iPhone 5 and the iPad Mini),
followed by an interactive demonstration of Apple TV, Airplay, Mirroring and more.
Bring your iPhone (any version), iPod Touch, or iPad and join the fun!
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Thursday, October 11, at 7pm at Key Largo Library Community Room, MM 101.4 Oceanside.
Sue Beal on What You Can Do with Pages'09
Build attractive pages that look professional — for peanuts!
Pages'09 even runs on your iPad. It's a powerhouse of a program, come see what it can do.
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September 2012
Nola Acker of First State Bank on Online Banking
Nola Acker is Assistant Vice President/Branch Manager - Key Largo & Islamorada Branches
Nola covered a variety of banking-related topics ranging from security and password tips to mobile banking apps, when not to use your debit card, online bill paying and more.
Nola shows mobile banking on an iPad.
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August 2012
Karen Beal on ONLINE GENEALOGY
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July 2012
Thursday, July 12, at 7pm at Key Largo Library Community Room, MM 101.4 Oceanside.
iParty: Your Digital Lifestyle
We are pleased to welcome back All Keys ComputerGuy. Jack Buccellato and Chris Muller will host an iParty on Thursday, July 12, at 7pm at Key Largo Library Community Room, MM 101.4 Oceanside. The “iParty” is a new concept. In a fun and party-like atmosphere, attendees will learn how to integrate and embrace their digital lifestyle - iPads, iPhone, and Macs - all working together. The ComputerGuys will also hit the highlights of Mountain Lion, Apple's newest operating system.
Jack
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June 2012:
Abby Ward Bellard on Tips & Tricks for Beginners
Get the most from your Mac!
Thursday, Jun 14, at 7pm at Key Largo Library Community Room, MM 101.4 Oceanside.
Abby's Computer Tutors - Abby’s background includes professional photography, and teaching photography and graphic design at the college level. Her services cover home tutoring for individuals and groups. In this seminar she will be helping people get the most from their Macs. Even seasoned Mac users can learn something new.
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May 2012:
Jeff Cale, on Thailand Travelogue: Digital Photography in Action
How one world traveler uses technology to bring home great photos
Thursday, May 10, at 7pm
at Key Largo Library Community Room, MM 101.4 Oceanside.
Jeff Cale has an eye for taking beautiful photographs in the Keys and in exotic locations - most recently Thailand.
Learn how he handles thousands of images while on the go, what works and what he has learned in the process -
and enjoy some of the fabulous images he has taken here and abroad.
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The Upper Keys Mac User Group welcomed
Bob Ward, Monroe County Senior Administrator, Network, on
Thursday, April 12, at 7pm
at Key Largo Library Community Room, MM 101.4 Oceanside.
How Apple fits with Monroe County Technical Services
A Mac user himself, Bob gave an overview of newly upgraded WiFi and
other services provided by the County that we all can use and
how Apple products are stepping up in our county government.
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Thursday, Mar. 8, 2012
Meeting at the Apple Store at The Falls
We didn't get a Lion presentation, but we got plenty of info about the store and how it can help Mac users.
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FEBRUARY
Stay Safe Online
Information no one else tells you
with Allan Miller
Thursday, February 9, 2012
Key Largo Library Community Room
7-9pm, MM 101.4 in the Tradewinds Plaza.
Free and open to the public.
For Allan's slides,
(PPT): http://binaryengineering.com/downloads/presentations/
((PDF): http://ukmug.pbworks.com/w/page/5624169/Links%20and%20Downloads
Allan Miller is the Owner and Chief Engineer at Binary Engineering, Inc., a Miami-based boutique computer consulting company
specializing in making computer technology helpful and affordable to small business and individuals.
He utilizes cloud based services and open source software to give clients the technological advantage
needed in the 21st century. Check out his website, wwwBinaryBackyard.com, which is geared to help parents find safe material for their kids.
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JANUARY...
So you got a new Mac - now what?
"Macintosh 101" with All Keys ComputerGuy,
featuring Jack Buccellato and Chris Muller
Thursday, January 12, 2012
Key Largo Library Community Room
Chris Muller (l) and Jack Buccellato (r) of All Keys ComputerGuy
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DECEMBER....
Annual Non-denominational Holiday Celebration
Thursday, Dec. 8th
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in November -- JACK BUCCELLATO presented
Get the Most from your iPad, iPod Touch or iPhone with iOS 5
Thursday, Nov. 10, 7pm
KL Lib. Comm. Room, MM 101.4 Oceanside.
Jack is a recent transplant to the Upper Keys from New York.
He is a dynamic speaker, bringing considerable technical knowledge of Mac and PC systems, web design, and more.
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Allan Miller of Binary Engineering, Inc. presented...
"Doin' it for Free - alternatives to high priced software & other free stuff"
October 13, 7 pm, KL Lib. Comm. Room, MM 101.4 Oceanside.
Allan Miller is the Owner and Chief Engineer at Binary Engineering, Inc. B.E. is a Miami-based boutique computer consulting company specializing in making computer technology helpful and affordable to small business and individuals. He utilizes cloud based services and open source software to give clients the technological advantage needed in the 21st century. Mac beginners: come at 6:30 and bring your Mac and your questions. There will be some experienced users there to help for the half-hour before the formal presentation starts.
ALLAN'S SLIDES - PART 1 - Click here:Doing It for Free - Part 1.pdf
ALLAN'S SLIDES - PART 2 - Click here:Doing It for Free - Part 2.pdf
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Jim Lee, President of Tropical Software in Neptune Beach, FL on
the company's popular personal organizing software
TopXNotes & 2 Remember (app)
September 8, Key Largo
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Pete Bacheler - Introduction to Photoshop & Bridge
Thursday, August 11, 2011
7 pm, KL Lib. Comm. Room, MM 101.4 Oceanside.
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Jack Buccellato on A First Look at Lion
July 14, 2011
7 pm, KL Lib. Comm. Room, MM 101.4 Oceanside.
Jack Buccellato is a recent transplant to the Upper Keys from New York.
He brings considerable technical knowledge, and he’s an all-around interesting guy.
He says he often came to the Keys to dive, so he decided to just come and live here!
In addition to letting us see Lion in action, Jack covered key Apple
technical points and convergence, which is connecting everything—computers, tv, phones and tablets.
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The Meeting that never happened:
Thursday, June 9, 2011 - Joe Kukella - Care & Feeding of Your Mac
Starts at 7pm and could run as late as 9 pm, with a break and refreshments,
at the Key Largo Library’s Community Room, mile marker 101.4 in the Tradewinds Plaza.
Beginners come at 6:30 with your Mac and your questions, for Beginner's Circle.
Joe Kukella is the Education Director and Store Manager of Macintosh Systems Solutions of Key West, and he will speak on topics related to keeping your Mac running well.
These include backing up, using Time Machine, scheduled maintenance tasks, software updates, and things you should and should not do!
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Thursday, May 12, 2011 - Mike Mongo: Computers for Jamaica
Speaker Mike Mongo shows UKMUG slides of the Brampton Primary school kids who benefit from his “Computers for Jamaica” project.
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iPad Free-for-All - Thursday, April 14, 2011
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Sue Beal on PAGES for Word Processing and Cool Page Layouts - Thursday March 24th
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There were 2 meetings in February!
Thursday, February 10th, the group hosted Ken Morley on iMovie.
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Thursday, Feb. 3:
We set an all-time attendance record!! 82 Attendees!!
Joe Kukella, Education Director and Store Manager for Macintosh(tm) Systems Solutions of Key West gave us an excellent
“Introduction to Macintosh” presentation aimed at new users and those thinking of switching to Apple.
People came out in droves to hear Joe, and it was a wonderful evening, he gave us so much information!
Even the old-time Mac users learned a few new tricks! That's Joe - under the arrow - in a sea of heads!
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January 13, Thursday, 7pm, Key Largo Library Community Room
TOM MULHALL of MACINTOSH SYSTEMS SOLUTIONS
on Apple-based Home Entertainment
Apple TV - Movies, Audio & Video for your living room!
Tom did an amazing job to a packed house - 65 people in attendance.
It was amazing because he had to do it without a WiFi network or Internet connection!
The Library's WiFi wasn't working that night.
He made a hardwired network and we all used our imaginations a bit for the Internet part.
The subject matter didn't suffer much, and many were ready to buy an Apple TV box that night!
(Too bad he didn't bring a case of them to sell!)
THANK YOU TOM, for a great evening - our biggest crowd since the early 90s!!
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Our 18th Annual Non-Denominational Holiday Celebration was
Thursday December 9th, 7pm, KL Library Community Room
THANK YOU KAREN BEAL FOR THE PHOTOS!! (see the photos page)
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In November we had MOVIE NIGHT!!! 7pm - Nov. 11 - Key Largo Library Community Room
Joe Kukella had to cancel at the last minute. Instead we showed MacHeads.
MacHEADS is a feature length (52-min.) documentary which explores the loyalty of Apple fans and their obsession with the company and its products. The film takes an in-depth examination of just what makes the Mac, the iPhone, and Apple's other products seem like cultural phenomena rather than just consumer electronics.
We had time after the movie for an open discussion of some problems people
had been having. Hope we were able to help!
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Thursday, October 14, 7pm
Key Largo Community Room MM101.4 in the Tradewinds:
The Mac, A Writer's Best Friend
by DIANE MARSHALL
A journalist and former creative writing instructor at FIU,
Diane has used a Mac for writing since its inception in 1984.
Diane started her Macintosh journey in 1984 with the very first Mac model,
and she has been embracing new technology for writing ever since!
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SEPTEMBER 9th, 2010:
Christi Allen and Ruth Schrader-Grace
of Pilates in Paradise and EcoWeek Florida Keys
filled us in on Constant Contact
Christi and Ruthie get the “Intrepid Scout” award for switching from PC to Mac mid-presentation!
Never having used a Mac before... they borrowed a Mac when their PC lost its internet connection.
It was fun to see them discover how to use it and what it could do.
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August 2010- Joe Kukella
Intro to Macintosh
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July 8th, 2010
“Free Stuff” - Roundtable - where can you get free stuff for your computer, or with your computer? Movies, fonts, music, software, services, educational materials, even hardware... and more. 20 people came prepared to share a their secrets with the group, and several of them were new to the Mac, which inspired us to ask Joe Kukella to come and do his Introduction to Macintosh lecture for them and all their newbie friends, in August.
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June 10th, 2010:
Photoshop WOW!
We watched the experts on video, showing some really cool things you can do with Photoshop.
This demo included all versions of Photoshop and concludes with some video footage of CS5 capabilities.
Check the photo page for more!
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May 2010
MEET THE iPAD!
by Joe Kukella of Macintosh Systems Solutions, followed by Email FAQ Presentation
Thursday May 13, 2010 7 pm, Key Largo Library Community Room
MM 101.4 Key Largo
THANK YOU AVERY CHIPKA, SHELLEY MIKLAS, EMILIE STEWART, PETE BACHELER and the others,
whose names I did not record (!) - for bringing and sharing your iPads!
See the Photo page for more.
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April 2010
PLANET OF THE APPS - APRIL 2010
- we viewed the CNBC Documentary, followed by
- an interactive group discussion of YOUR favorite iPhone Apps
See the Photo page!
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March 2010
brought Phil Weydener, CAO/CIO of Schooner Seafoods,
who hosted a lively evening presenting Facebook and Twitter.
See the photo page!
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February 2010
We always love it when Joe Kukella come to town!
Care and Feeding of your Mac was the topic.
See the photo page!
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January 2010
We enjoyed Carol Ellis of Little Salt Photography on a variety of Digital Photography
related topics. Check out the photo page for more...
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December 2009:
Our annual non-denominational holiday celebration!
We shared fellowship, stories, food (for ourselves and the Food Pantry), and gifts and used equipment!!
We even had a surprise visit from our Founding Apple Ambassador, SCOTT COATS!!
Checkout the photo page for more...
Thanks for coming and sharing!
Scott & Sue.
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November 2009:
Joe Kukella on Snow Leopard
Another great meeting by Joe!
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Our October 2009 Meeting was EMILIE STEWART on "Getting started in iWeb.”
Wow, what a lot of information!
Download and read the article in the October newsletter (see sidebar) for all the details!
Download Emilie's handout here: iWeb References.rtf
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Our September meeting was:
Thursday, September 10th, 2009
A screening of the movie: Welcome to Macintosh.
The movie was great, and Karen had movie theater-style snacks for us as well.
If you missed the movie, ask to borrow it!
"Welcome to Macintosh" is a documentary that mixes history, criticism and an unapologetic revelry of all things Apple. Whether a long time Mac fanatic or new to computers, Welcome to Macintosh explores the many ways Apple has changed the world, from the early days of the Apple-I to the latest the company has to offer.
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Thursday, August 13, 2009 7pm, Key Largo Library Community Room.
Topic: Earthly Delights: Google Earth, An Introduction - part 1... by Kathy Miller
Here is the link to the Google Earth Tour we made that night: UKMUG Tour.kmz
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Our July meeting was on July 9th.
Karen Beal, Diane Marshall and MaryAnne Roper showed us free web tools for organizations:
PB WORKS - for building websites
EVITE - for coordinating an event
DOODLE - for schedule coordination
SURVEY MONKEY - for following up.
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