MIKE'S COMMENTARY: It has been a whale of a week, a real whirlwind of a week. In fact it was kind of like the week before Christmas, but it was July. At KCnet it was hustle bustle busy doing the regular daily routines plus the added concentrated focus on the Open House. Eventhough the building is pretty new, everything had to get the spit and polish treatment... often. There were many things to get put away. Classroom furniture was moved so that the big room would be available for displays and refreshments. Signs were made, pictures taken and hung, articles written, calls for help placed, and eventually the numerous loose ends were gathered and tied. Finally it was Wednesday and...well you'll see and read the "Rest of the Story" as you go along in this newsletter.
KCNET CLASSES: BEGINNERS: This is a very basic four session course in basic computer techniques. There is a per course charge of $20.00 for KCnet members and $25.00 for non KCnet members. The class size is limited. Pre registration is required. Call 893-8111 or come in to KCnet to register before the next sessions. The class will meet at KCnet. Skills taught in the beginner classes include mouse techniques like drag and drop, Computer terminology and explanations of basic hardware. It is not necessary for attendees to have their own computers but it is very difficult to retain information without practice. You really would not try to learn to play the piano with out actual keyboard time. CLICK HERE TO ACCESS THE COURSE CONTENT FOR BEGINNERS
INTERMEDIATES: This is a four session course for those who have mastered beginner skills. There is a per course charge of $20.00 for KCnet members and $25.00 for non KCnet members. The class size is limited. Pre registration is required. Call (893-8111) or come in to KCnet now to register for the next sessions. The class will meet at KCnet. A ton of info is packed into the six sessions. This course is designed for those who "think they know but don't" and especially for those who "want to know" more. CLICK HERE TO ACCESS THE COURSE CONTENT FOR INTERMEDIATES
KCnet Users Group: (formerly know as "Senior Net Learners" then the "Advanced Class"). The cost for this class is $0.00 for members of KCnet and $2.00 per session for non KCnet members. There is no set format for the sessions. Occasionally we will take a specific subject and do a detailed study over a period of successive weeks. Don't be afraid to ask questions. The folks that have been attending for awhile are always happy for a review and in most cases new or better ways to do things will surface. Questions stimulate in-depth exploration with the usual result being an understanding of how and why. We welcome new attendees from the Intermediate sessions and our forever growing KCnet membership. This is an advanced group and we cover a lot of territory. We are kind of free flowing. You never know what will transpire. It is not necessary for attendees to have their own computers but it sure helps with the learning curve. KCnet Advanced Class computer knowledge and Advanced Class computer skills are necessary.
OTHER CLASSES: CLICK HERE FOR ORIENTATION - BEGINNERS - INTERMEDIATE - ADVANCED CLICK HERE FOR SCANNING - MAC- GENEALOGY - WEB PAGE - EXCEL - WORD - DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY - PHOTO MANIPULATION - OTHER SPECIALTIES
THIS WEEK'S CLASS SCHEDULE: We are gearing up class offerings because the extensive renovation project has come to a conclusion. In other words, we are renovated.
Orientation to KCnet One-Session Class – No Charge for KCnet Members Third Wednesday of Every Month 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Internet and Email Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1:00-3:00 pm August 5, 7, 12, 14 Four Session Course - $20.00 KCnet Members; $25.00 Non Members
Internet and Email Tuesdays and Thursdays 1:00-3:00 September 9, 11, 16, 1 Four Session Course - $20.00 KCnet Members; $25.00 Non Members
Beginner Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:00-11:00 am July 29, 31, August 5, 7 Four Session Course - $20.00 KCnet Members; $25.00 Non Members
Beginner Mondays and Wednesdays, 1:00-3:00 pm September 8, 10, 15, 17 Four Session Course - $20.00 KCnet Members; $25.00 Non Members
Intermediate Mondays and Wednesdays 1:00 – 3:00 pm July 28, 30, August 4, 6, 11, 13 Four Session Course - $20.00 KCnet Members; $25.00 Non Members
Intermediate Mondays and Wednesdays, 1:00-3:00 pm September 29, October 1, 6, 8 Four Session Course - $20.00 KCnet Members; $25.00 Non Members
Advanced Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:00-11:00 am September 9, 11, 16, 18 Four Session Course - $20.00 KCnet Members; $25.00 Non Members
Advanced Mondays and Wednesdays, 1:00-3:00 pm, October 20, 22, 27, 29 Four Session Course - $20.00 KCnet Members; $25.00 Non Members
Digital Camera / Photo Manipulation Tuesdays 5:30 – 7:30 pm July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Five-Session Course = $30 KCnet Members; $35 Non Members
KCnet Users group: Every Wednesday The starting time is 9:00 AM on this Wednesday July 30. We meet in Computer Lab 1 (The Big Room). The leader is Mike Foust and anyone that wants to jump into the fray. This class often becomes shared-experiences learning.
The Beginner Group Course Content
The Intermediate Group Course Content:
NEWS & NOTES BY SUE FOUST:
There were no hitches. The publicity through the media – Express, Record, BEAR 99.9, WBPZ, The Shopper and The Mountain 92.1 – got the word out and people came! And when they came, they were musically entertained by the able Carsten (Jon) Ahrens on the keyboard; they were ushered through the building by board members and other volunteers; they were refreshed with delicious food prepared and served by the members of the KCnet Advanced Class. Food was kept cold in a refrigerator donated by Beiter’s. The network center was open for visitors to learn how KCnet’s modem pool takes your calls and sends them around the world. Displays showed a time-line of KCnet’s life and close-ups of the renovation project performed by J&M Construction. And before a visitor could leave the building, they were given a door prize. Next week we’ll have pictures of the grand prize winners.
When you look at the pictures on the last two pages of this newsletter, you’ll see local friends you know. Also there are people from USDA Rural Development in Harrisburg and Montoursville, PA Department of Community and Economic Development, Congressman Peterson’s office, Clinton County Economic Partnership and Lock Haven City Government. What a huge amount of support we saw during those 2 days. Well over 200 people visited KCnet.
Thank you, thank you, thank you. There are no words that can express how we, at KCnet, felt with the amount of love that was shown this past week. Many times, when people are looking for a new Internet Service Provider, I am asked the question, “What makes you different from Chilitech or any of the other providers?” The answer is (and I write this without any doubt or hesitation), the answer is love.
Thank you for a wonderful week and a good future relationship to look forward to. Ray McGill, owner of Nittany Travel, is the President of KCnet; William Raco is Vice-President; Judy Yoho is Secretary and Donald C. Miller of North Bend is Treasurer. Other members of the board are Fred Bierly, Donna Gebhardt Lannan, Earl Keen, R. Keith Kelly, Amy Lapriola, Paddy O’Hara-Mays, Bob Rolley, Rick Vilello, and Dave Winkleman.
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