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Between COVID and some nasty weather, it’s been a long winter. We’re ready for a Cabin Fever Reliever–how about you!?!
Fortunately, the folks at Maine Senior Guide have created an informative and entertaining late winter break for all of us. Starting on Saturday, February 20, they have scheduled nine days of a potpourri of live Zoom presentations that you can join from the comfort of your living room, no matter the weather outside. Sessions vary from decluttering your life to estate planning. You can check out the schedule right here.
BoomerTECH Adventures will be Zooming each day. Here is our schedule:
Introduction to Zoom Basics: Saturday, February 20 at 10 am (eastern)
This 1-hour preview of our full-length course will introduce Zoom on different devices—smartphones, tablets, and computers. This session is appropriate for Zoom beginners as well as those who have used Zoom and wish to learn more.
Cooking and Traditions for the Lunar New Year of the Ox: Sunday, February 21 at 10 am (eastern)
This 1-hour preview of our full-length course Cooking With BoomerTECH Adventures will share some of the recipes, ingredients, techniques, and traditions connected to the upcoming Lunar New Year (February 12-26). Attendees will get copies of recipes demonstrated in the session. Come celebrate the Year of The Ox!
Introduction to Zoom Basics: Monday, February 22 at 10 am (eastern)
This 1-hour preview of our full-length course will introduce Zoom on different devices—smartphones, tablets, and computers. This session is appropriate for Zoom beginners as well as those who have used Zoom and wish to learn more.
Taking Awesome Pictures With Your iPhone/iPad Camera: Tuesday, February 23 at 7 pm (eastern)
This 1-hour preview of our full-length course is for anyone looking to upgrade their photography skills. Gain tips for taking better photos, portraits, panos, and more. Learn about camera settings for proper focus, exposure, High Dynamic Range, and picture composition.
Fantastic Photo Finishes With The iPhone/iPad Photos App: Wednesday, February 24 at 7 pm (eastern)
This 1-hour preview of our full-length course focuses on improving your photos by editing and organizing images and videos using Apple’s Photo App. Come make your favorite photos fantastic!
Digital Tools to Help You Write Your Memoir: Thursday, February 25 at 10 am (eastern)
This 1-hour preview of our full-length course explores the experiences in our lives that make us who we are. Come learn some tools that make memoir writing fun and approachable. Hints about research, managing materials, and organizing our thoughts will be shared.
iPhone Basics: Friday, February 26 at 11 am (eastern)
This 1-hour preview of our full-length course will review the basics of iPhone use. We will also answer your questions about your iPhone’s features.
Hidden Gems on Your iPhone/iPad: Saturday, February 27 at 11 am (eastern)
This 1-hour preview of our full-length course answers these and other riddles. Did you know…your iPhone tracks your movements? The keyboard has hidden keys? You can write and draw on your photographs? Our iPhones and iPads have hidden depths we miss because there are multiple layers of features. Come explore!
Taking Fabulous Pictures of The Flora and Fauna in Your World: Sunday, February 28 at 10 am (eastern)
This 1-hour preview of our full-length course is for anyone wanting to take beautiful photos of flowers, plants, and wildlife. Come learn how understanding focus, exposure, HDR, and composition will help you capture the beauty of your surroundings in all seasons.
You will need to have the Zoom link to join one of our sessions. Click here to enter the Cabin Fever Reliever. Once you register (free), you can navigate to our digital booth in the Resources Room. Look for our logo (red arrow in the image below) and click.
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