KEGS Special Interest Groups (SIGS) & Board Meetings

  • Click on a day-of-the-month or on a specific SIG in the table below to get further information including how to contact SIG leaders
  • Don't forget to sign-in at every SIG meeting you attend so you get Kegabuck$ credit.  Also, be sure to ask the SIG leader for a "Special, General Meeting, drawing ticket".  (Click on Kegabuck$ or Special for further information on these KEGS programs.
  • Check our Meetings page for directions on how to get to the North Bellevue Community Center or The Kirkland Teen Union Building.
  • If you have any general SIG questions or want to start a KEGS SIG contact our SIG coordinator at: sigs@kegs.org
  • Check the Newsletter for Topics and Other Special Events.

Note: This is not a calendar!  To verify when the day-of-the-month (i.e. the first Tuesday) actually occurs and to identify if any meetings have been canceled for any reason please go to our KEGS Calendar.

 First Tuesday     Return to top of page

 

North Bellevue Community Center Lab Support SIG                   Return to top of page

Meets on first Tuesday from 7 PM to 9 PM at the North Bellevue Community  Center, 4063 148th Ave. NE, Bellevue, WA, in the Computer Lab ( see maps).

This North Bellevue Community Center Lab Support SIG helps KEGS fulfill its contractual responsibility to maintain and upgrade the computer lab at the North Bellevue Community Center. Because of the primary purpose of this SIG group, it is not open to the general public and only KEGS members may attend this meeting. Those KEGS members who participate get a chance to start understanding Microsoft NT Small Business Server, Proxy Servers, Modem Pools, using software to refresh hard drives and aid in the enhancements and ongoing maintenance of the computer lab.

Contact Joe Mraz, 425-747-2433, j_m_mraz@hotmail.com

 

 

First Wednesday                                                          Return to top of page

Seattle Internet User Group (SEASIGI)          Return to top of page

Meets on first Wednesday from 7 PM to 9 PM at the North Bellevue Community Center, 4063 148th Ave. NE, Bellevue, WA, in the computer lab (see maps).

The Seattle Internet User Group starts with an informal question and answer session. This is followed by a discussion of one topic or another that relates to the Internet and impacts particularly consumers rather than the content providers. This could include a discussion of SPAM, email, e-commerce or what have you.

Contact this SIG's leader team of Judy Panjeti and Marianne Wilkins by email at: seasigi@kegs.org

 

 

Second Monday                                                       Return to top of page

 

KEGS General Meeting                                                   Return to top of page

Meets between 7:00 PM and 9:00 PM at the Kirkland Teen Union Building, 348 Kirkland Ave., Kirkland, WA 98033 (see maps)

Our KEGS general meeting format includes general club information, announcements by the SIG leaders, an open question and answer segment, a formal presentation, and a raffle.

Please go to our General Meeting Schedule page for a listing of the scheduled presenters at our KEGS general meetings.

The general meeting is usually followed by an informal food frenzy we call our Pig SIG.  Currently our Pig SIGers are meeting at The Outback SteakHouse, at 12120 NE 85th, Kirkland, WA.   This fun starts around 9:15 PM and continues until the group decides to go home.  Just ask at the general meeting for directions.  Sally Ann Mowery is currently administering this SIG.  Here's her contact information: , 206-996-5635, SallyAnnMowrey@msn.com

The KEGS program chairman can be contacted at  programs@kegs.org

Those of you who can come in early to our KEGS General meeting (6:00 PM) can also participate in our KEGS Technology Corner.

The KEGS Technology Corner

The KEGS Technology Corner is for all levels of computer savvy. The format is in the context of a conversation. The moderator is a well schooled troubleshooter who entertains all types of questions from the audience on installation, configuration, application and functionality. He encourages the audience to participate if there are attendees familiar with the question. It is a "cooperate to graduate" session with everyone leaving with information they can use in their day to day computer experience.

KEGS Technology Corner contact - Steve Fondren, betacode@hotmail.com

 

 

Second Tuesday                                                        Return to top of page

 

Windows SIG                                                 Return to top of page

Meets on second Tuesday from 7 PM to 9 PM at the North Bellevue Community Center, 4063 148th Ave. NE, Bellevue, WA, in Conference room D (see maps).

The Windows SIG meetings consists of Q & A followed by a presentation.  Our meetings focus on past, present & future PC operating systems.  Typically we address Microsoft's products (Windows 95/98/XP/??) but we also occasionally have presentations on other systems.

Contact David Dodge, daviddodge1@compuserve.com

 

 

Second Wednesday                                             Return to top of page

 

Laptop SIG                                                                                     Return to top of page

Meets on second Wednesday from 7 PM to 9 PM at the North Bellevue Community Center, 4063 148th Ave. NE, Bellevue, WA, in Conference room D (see maps).

Learn about the power of your laptop computer.

Contact Carl Von Papp, 425-643-1398, ctheprof@aol.com or Bob Lavery, 425-868-7094

 

 

Third Monday                                                              Return to top of page

 

Computer Support SIG - Kirkland              Return to top of page

Meets on third Monday from 7 PM to 9 PM at the Kirkland Teen Union Building's Computer Lab.  These meetings are only on ODD months (Jan, Mar, May, etc.) Please access through the Kirkland Community Senior Center at 352 Kirkland Avenue, Kirkland, WA (see maps).

This Computer Support SIG goes the extra step to help you set-up and/or repair your personal computer. If you are a beginner and want help installing new hardware in your computer or even if you need help installing new software, just bring your system in and we will help you get your computer up and running.  

While KEGS’ volunteers are willing to help you with any hardware and/or software problems they are limited by the two hour time frame and we have to provide service on a first-come, first-serve basis.  There are a couple of other requirements on your part.  Before you pack your computer into the back of your car and bring it down to the North Bellevue Community /Senior Center you must understand some basics that have to be complied with:

  • We are a PC based organization and don't support MAC computers. 
  • KEGS refuses to support any PC with pirated software.  If you don’t have the original software we can’t help you! 
  • Please bring all your software along.  Many times the software disks will be needed even for simple upgrades to your system.  (i.e. Microsoft won’t let their Office Suite be upgraded without the original CDs.)
  • In most cases the only hardware you’ll have to bring in is your PC unit.  We  have standard monitors, keyboards and mice. 
    • If you have a cordless keyboard and/or mouse you should bring that along.
    • If you need help setting up a printer, scanner or camera you must bring them and their associated software.
  • If you want new hardware or software installed don’t forget to bring it along.
  • If we find that there is defective hardware you will have to purchase the replacement hardware from a local store before we can fix your PC.  (Luckily, there are stores with parts close enough to get to from the center.)
  • Because this lab has a high speed network interface we may be able to update your software while you're at our SIG.

Contact Joe Mraz, 425-747-2433, j_m_mraz@hotmail.com

 

 

Third Tuesday                                                              Return to top of page

 

Computer Support SIG - North Bellevue                 Return to top of page

Meets on third Tuesday from 7 PM to 9 PM at the North Bellevue Community / Senior Center, 4063 148th Ave. NE, Bellevue, WA, in the Computer Lab (see maps).

This Computer Support SIG goes the extra step to help you set-up and/or repair your personal computer. If you are a beginner and want help installing new hardware in your computer or even if you need help installing new software, just bring your system in and we will help you get your computer up and running.  

While KEGS’ volunteers are willing to help you with any hardware and/or software problems they are limited by the two hour time frame and we have to provide service on a first-come, first-serve basis.  There are a couple of other requirements on your part.  Before you pack your computer into the back of your car and bring it down to the North Bellevue Community /Senior Center you must understand some basics that have to be complied with:

  • We are a PC based organization and don't support MAC computers. 
  • KEGS refuses to support any PC with pirated software.  If you don’t have the original software we can’t help you! 
  • Please bring all your software along.  Many times the software disks will be needed even for simple upgrades to your system.  (i.e. Microsoft won’t let their Office Suite be upgraded without the original CDs.)
  • In most cases the only hardware you’ll have to bring in is your PC unit.  We  have standard monitors, keyboards and mice. 
    • If you have a cordless keyboard and/or mouse you should bring that along.
    • If you need help setting up a printer, scanner or camera you must bring them and their associated software.
  • If you want new hardware or software installed don’t forget to bring it along.
  • If we find that there is defective hardware you will have to purchase the replacement hardware from a local store before we can fix your PC.  (Luckily, there are stores with parts close enough to get to from the center.)

Contact Joe Mraz, 425-747-2433, j_m_mraz@hotmail.com

 

 

Third Wednesday                                                        Return to top of page

 

SOHO (Small Office, Home Office) SIG          Return to top of page

Meets on third Wednesday from 7 PM to 9 PM at the North Bellevue Community Center, 4063 148th Ave. NE, Bellevue, WA, in Conference room D (see maps).

The SOHO SIG covers most software and hardware used in small businesses, including Office, Works, Money, Quicken. This is a "user helping user" (novice to guru) forum, so we help solve problems brought to each meeting.

Contact Ron Cowger, r_cowger@prodigy.net or Carl Von Papp, 425-643-1398, ctheprof@aol.com

 

 

Fourth Tuesday                                                           Return to top of page

 

Digital Imaging SIG                                                             Return to top of page

Meets on fourth Tuesday from 7 PM to 9 PM at the North Bellevue Community Center, 4063 148th Ave. NE, Bellevue, WA, in Conference room D (see maps).

The Digital Imaging SIG explores the use of computers and technology in producing and manipulating digital photographs and images. Many members want to get out of the darkroom and on to the computer to process their images.  We discuss picture taking, scanning, editing and printing techniques that produce the best digital images. Also, talk about the hardware and software needed to do Digital Imaging.



Contact Sally Ann Mowrey, 206-996-5635, SallyAnnMowrey@msn.com

 

 

Fourth Wednesday                                                   Return to top of page

The Seattle HTML SIG                                                         Return to top of page

Meets on fourth Wednesday from 7 PM to 9 PM at the North Bellevue Community Center, 4063 148th Ave. NE, Bellevue, WA, in the Computer Lab (see maps).  The two exceptions to this are a hiatus during November and December when the fourth Wednesday falls to close to Thanksgiving and Christmas.

The HTML SIG was founded to provide a meeting ground for those interested in the creation of and management of web content. This runs the gamut from HTML, XHTML, XML, graphic design, dynamic HTML, product reviews, Search Engines and much much more. Almost any aspect of web design is dealt with at one point or another in the course of the year. The level of knowledge ranges from the novice to the expert and a broad spectrum of topics are open for discussion. We are always looking for presenters and usually we have one recruiter or more show up any given meeting. 

Contact Jack Beslanwitch, 206-723-9906, jack@nwdivemaster.com
or go to their WEB page at http://www.htmlsig.org

 

Fourth Thursday                                             Return to top of page

 

KEGS Board of Directors Meeting                       Return to top of page

Meets on the fourth Thursday from 7 PM to 9 PM.  We are currently meeting at the offices of Executive Real Estate located at 40 Lake Bellevue Dr., Bellevue, WA.  Board meetings are public and we welcome the attendance of any of our members.

For location and driving instructions contact any board member.

 

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