Technology User Group (TUG) Discussions for all users at all levels via hybrid meetings (in-person and Zoom) after the regular meeting, at about 11:45 a.m. (first and fourth Tuesdays of the month).
- May 7 – Discussion of Web Browsers, Search Engine & Operating Systems
- May 28 – John Tomaszewski will discuss advances in Artificial Intellegence.
Timely Topics Discussion in-person and via Zoom, with participation encouraged from all in attendance. Usually at 11:45 a.m. on the second Tuesday of the month.
- May 14 – The topic will be:"Extended Warranties.” What are your thoughts about extended warranties: auto, home repairs, individual appliances, electronics, HVAC, water heaters, water/sewer, all home appliances/systems? What are your personal experiences?
Trips Scheduled (For Old Guard members and their guests)
Post-Covid trips are now being planned. Stay tuned.
Walkers Group walks or hikes are once again feasible – but this group needs a chair or coordinator. Any volunteers?
May Program Chair – Allen Hamilton
- May 7 – Advancing Opportunity: First-Generation College Student Success – Speaker Dr. Leslie Pendleton is the founding director of the Machen Florida Opportunity Scholars Program at the University of Florida. She is a national leader in creating sustainable efforts to support the college and life success of students who are the first in their families to pursue a college degree. Dr. Pendleton now serves as the lead development officer for the program, and she will discuss the 18-year history and impact of the Machen program. Through intentional peer mentoring, academic coaching, and overall care and compassion for first-generation college students, UF has created a scalable model for other universities to follow. [in-person and on Zoom -- For access: [email protected]]
- May 14 – Wine, Beer & Spirits Business in NJ – Gary Fisch is the founder & CEO of Gary’s Wine & Marketplace, a four-store retail chain in northern NJ. Founded in 1987, Gary’s Wine & Marketplace has become an industry-leading independent retailer selling wine, beer, spirits, gourmet foods, and giftware. During this presentation, Gary will speak about his founding story and some innovations he has pioneered in retailing over the past 35+ years. Gary has also been a good corporate citizen by supporting an annual wine-tasting event in Morristown. [in-person and on Zoom]
- May 21 – Genealogy & Ancestry.com – Allen Hamilton will present his experience with Ancestry.com, including the wealth of online information, such as the census and birth/death/burial records. He will also discuss the DNA results for him and his wife. Finally, he will lead a discussion on your stories. [in-person and on Zoom]
- May 28 – Metropolitan Golf Association – Conducting first-class championships that "promote and conserve the best interests and true spirit of the game of golf" was the founding mission of the MGA. Today, the MGA is recognized as a leader in championship administration and conducts some of the nation's oldest and most prestigious events with a list of champions that reads like a "Who's Who" of golf. Chris Gaffney, director of championships at the MGA, will provide insight into the historic MGA Championship program, the fantastic golf courses, accomplished alumni, great volunteering opportunities throughout New Jersey, and some insight on the rules of golf. [in-person and on Zoom]
June Birthdays emcee - Colin Fowlis
June Program Chair – Bill Tittle
- June 4 - What is New Jersey Doing to Keep Retirees in NJ? Assemblywoman Nancy Munoz will be addressing this topic. She is minority budget director and member of Budget, Health and Budget Oversight Committees in the New Jersey Assembly. [in-person and on Zoom]
- June 11 - Shadows of the Mind: A Theory of Human Consciousness: The speaker is Robert Potak, retired, Bell Labs. [in-person and on Zoom]
- June 18 - The Search for Gravity: TBD [in-person and on Zoom]
- June 25 - Does Anyone Have a Credo? Bill Tittle, Old Guard member and former director, will be the speaker. [in-person and on Zoom]
July Birthdays emcee - Joe McMenamy
June Birthdays emcee - Colin Fowlis