Club Meetings
Board of Directors
- usually 1st Thursday of each month at 10:30
a.m.
Any member is welcome to attend any session.
Lab Sessions - Every
Monday from 1:00 to 4:00 P.M.
Classroom Programs
- Every Thursday from 1:00 - 2:30 P.M.
Special Meetings - as
announced.
Visit the
Events page to see
what is currently scheduled.
Special short courses or one
day courses are presented on an irregular basis.
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Lab Sessions -
Every Monday from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
The lab offers: high speed internet access
on all computers, Microsoft programs such as Word, Excel,
PowerPoint, FrontPage, Publisher, Digital Image Pro, Streets and
Trips and many other popular software titles, scanning of photos, slides and documents, CD burning and
limited use of shared printers for instructional purposes along
with
one-on-one instruction on a lab computer. With over 400 members, knowledgeable members of the
club are always in attendance. Seniors learn from other seniors and they can
learn at their own pace. Any club member is
welcome to attend.

Lab sessions are ideal for getting those nagging questions
answered, such as:
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I just bought a new computer, but don't know the
first thing
about it.
I don't even know how to turn it on.
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I
want to practice email privacy from the start. How do I
copy/cut and
paste and send bcc's from other people's forwarded
messages? |
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How can I determine if a forwarded message is
real or a hoax? |
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I can’t find what I want on the internet.
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I lost a file when I thought I saved it.
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I want to check my E-Mail while at the Center.
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I can’t send pictures through E-Mail or, I can’t open
pictures
sent to me. |
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I want to learn to scan and burn CD's.
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Experienced users (seniors, like yourself) can and will help you.
Whether it's internet related or word processing, such as MSWord,
Works, PhotoShop, other programs including Excel, PowerPoint, Quicken,
or making labels and doing graphics, we are there to help. We can tell if your computer
is experiencing problems or if the problem is an experience by which
you can learn. No matter what level of computer experience you
now
have, you will be welcomed at the club.
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Classroom Programs -
Every Thursday from 1:00
to 2:30 p.m.
Lecture training
in classroom across the hall from the computer lab. All members are
invited to attend every session, regardless of skill level. Each
session will provide information on a different subject,
usually beginning with basics questions the first
Thursday of the month and advanced questions on the last
Thursday of the month and
specialized subjects the remaining weeks. Questions are
encouraged at each session so other members may benefit from
these learning opportunities. Our schedule can change depending
on what is available or of special interest.

First Thursday of each month
- 1:00 to 2:30 p.m.
Basics - Questions and Answers
Newbies instruction...
tips and tricks in using
computers...
email...
browsing the web...
Second Thursday of each
month - 1:00 to 2:30 p.m.
Presentations on uses of the
computer by members and guests.
Third
Thursday of each month - 1:00 to 2:30 p.m.
Presentations on uses of the
computer by members and guests.
Last Thursday of each
month - 1:00 to 2:30 p.m.
except for November &
December
Advanced - Questions and Answers.
See the
Senior Surfers Calendar
or the Events
page for specific
schedule.
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Visit the
Newark
Senior Center website.
Open lab hours are available to
any member
of the Newark Senior Center on:
Mondays - 11:30 a.m. to
1:00 p.m.
Wednesdays - 12:30 to 2:00 p.m.
Additional computer courses are offered by the
Newark Senior Center throughout the week on a fee basis. See
the monthly Senior Center Newsletter for schedule and
details. Registration for these courses can be made at the
reception desk.
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Newark Senior Center Code of
Conduct
The Senior Surfers
Computer Club abides by the Newark Senior Center Code of Conduct:
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The Newark Senior Center exists for the recreation,
socialization and enjoyment of the members and guests.
While at the Center, members and guests should refrain
from abusive, inappropriate or improper behavior,
language or physical contact with other members, guests
or staff. Should a disturbing situation of this
nature occur, members and guests should bring it to the
attention of a staff person. Inappropriate,
abusive or improper behavior could result in suspension
or termination of privilege of attending and using the
Newark Senior Center. |
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Senior Surfers Lab Rules
Do:
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Be
helpful, friendly, courteous and patient
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Ask for help
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Ask questions
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Notify lab host or hostess of equipment malfunction
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Turn computer & monitor off when session is over
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Have A Good Time
Do Not!
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Bring beverages and/or food near the computers & equipment
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Install software or hardware on any computer
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Occupy lab beyond posted lab hours
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Perform system maintenance or defrags
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Leave personal files on any computer including scanner pc
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Illegally copy any purchased software
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By-Laws
The Senior Surfers Computer Club is run under a set of
By-Laws. Click
here
to view them.
Volunteer Opportunities
The Senior Surfers Club is built on the idea of Seniors helping
Seniors. Volunteers are the life blood of our organization and we
are always looking for volunteers who would like to play a more
active role in club activities. Some of the things you might
consider are:
Be a Greeter for Thursday Club Meeting
Be a Greeter for Monday Afternoon open Lab
Be a Helper for Monday Afternoon open Lab
Be a Monitor for Wed Afternoon open lab
Be a Helper during classes
Teach a class
Present a topic at a Thursday meeting
Help with Club CD preparation
Help with Room Preparation for Socials
Help with Room setup for Club meetings
Help with Lab Equipment Maintenance
Lead or Co-chair a
Special
Interest
Group
(SIG) - we now have 3.
The Mac User Group
The eBay Users Group
The Photoshop Users Group
Present a topic at a SIG (Special
Interest
Group)
Start a New SIG (Special
Interest
Group)
Attend Senior Surfers Board meetings - open to everyone
Serve on a Club committee ( Click
here for our existing committees)
Anyone interested in volunteering for one of these activities,
please send an email note to me at:
john.brayjr812@gmail.com.
I will put you in touch with someone to get you started.
For those already involved, thanks for all you do..
John Bray
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Senior Surfers Computer Club
- Newark Senior Center
-
200 White Chapel Drive -
Newark, DE 19713