This months talk  will be given by our Patron Michael Chaney and Glen Holst who will talk on their thoughts and experiences of woodworking. Please register for this here.   Also if you plan to attend the meal after the talk then register and pay on this link. http://track.tidyhq.com/track/click/30027504/thq.fyi?p=eyJzIjoidHdGaWtGdGN2OW5OcWt1aEdvVmdld0tlRUxBIiwidiI6MSwicCI6IntcInVcIjozMDAyNzUwNCxcInZcIjoxLFwidXJsXCI6XCJodHRwOlxcXC9cXFwvdGhxLmZ5aVxcXC9zZVxcXC8yd2VYd25rXCIsXCJpZFwiOlwiYzU5ZDgzNTcxMjdjNGIxY2E0MTRjMmE1ZTBmMTczZGFcIixcInVybF9pZHNcIjpbXCIzN2NjY2U5NmEwODhjOTcxNmYxNjgzZDJiMWUxMjQwYWVlODhlZjRiXCJdfSJ9

Following the very successful Introduction to Lightroom Workshop on 25 Feb 21 we will continue the series with a hands on session for members. Therefore we have decided to run two sessions each limited to 8 members. Session dates are 11 and 18 March 2021. More sessions can be run on demand. The Workshop will focus on the Library and Develop modules of Lightroom. Peter and Les will take the group through a series of exercises to help you familarise yourself with Lightroom Classic using your laptop computer. They will also provide guidance on the Lightroom settings that they typically use.  Attendees (max of 8 with computer) will need to: bring a suitable Laptop computer loaded with the Lightroom Classic software (Adobe offers a free trail before you buy) bring a selection of six photos you can work on during the Workshop view a short video available on the Adobe Lightroom site If you need assistance with installing the software please contact Les Gunn The session will conclude with a Sundowner with wine and nibbles. We request that you register for this second Workshop by 5 March for planning purposes.   

Following the very successful Introduction to Lightroom Workshop on 25 Feb 21 we will continue the series with a hands on session for members. Therefore we have decided to run two sessions each limited to 8 members. Session dates are 11 and 18 March 2021. More sessions can be run on demand. The Workshop will focus on the Library and Develop modules of Lightroom. Peter and Les will take the group through a series of exercises to help you familarise yourself with Lightroom Classic using your laptop computer. They will also provide guidance on the Lightroom settings that they typically use.  Attendees (max of 8 with computer) will need to: bring a suitable Laptop computer loaded with the Lightroom Classic software (Adobe offers a free trail before you buy) bring a selection of six photos you can work on during the Workshop view a short video available on the Adobe Lightroom site If you need assistance with installing the software please contact Les Gunn The session will conclude with a Sundowner with wine and nibbles. A separate invitation will be sent for the Workshop on 18 March. But we request that you register for both Workshops by 5 March for planning purposes.   

This month's lunch will bring us to Malaysia, which prior to COVID was a popular tourist destination for many Australians.  Lead by chef Keng Wong,  our Kitchen Team will prepare a meal staring the Malaysian classic dish, Beef Rendang.  Beer and wine will be available for purchase at "the bar", to complete your meal. Cost for food will be $10 with beer and wine at standard prices. As usual, we require pre-payment with your registration. You will be able to get a credit towards a future event if you cancel at least 1 day before this luncheon. No-shows on the day will forfeit their ticket fee. Please register early to avoid the disappointment of missing this special occasion as the room capacity is still limited 30 patrons.  We hope you will join us!

This week is a little compilcated as we have 4 credits from last  month, these being for Malcolm Tew, Steve Gerreyn, Chris Porter and Peter Goodes.  I have therefore reduced the number of available spots by 4 on the assumption that this each of group will be attending.  So those in this credit group please dont buy a ticket as you have already been allocated a spot.  But DO tell me if you are NOT attending the March meeting.  As numbers are tight please respond as soon as possible so you dont miss out.

The Electronics Group will be holding a Learn to Solder skills session on the afternoon of Friday February 26th from 1:30pm until 4:00 pm in the Shed Meeting Room.Participants will be introduced to soldering small electronic parts and will construct an "Electronic Badge" to take home. Numbers are limited to five per session due to the availability of tools and equipmnt, so register as soon as possible. Don't worry if you miss out, further sessions will be run depending on the level of interest. Cost is $25 for the session and badge.

A Half day workshop on the Lightroom Classic software package will be conducted by Peter Buck and Les Gunn. Whether you are a beginner or pro or somewhere in between,  Lightroom Classic includes all the essential tools for creating amazing photos on your computer.  We will outline the key features with demonstrations and exercises on: Managing and importing photos Editing photos Publishing photos This Workshop is the first of a series of workshops to assist members to learn how to use Lightroom to better organize, store, edit and share your photos. The Workshop is free for "Photography Computer Members for 2021"; otherwise the costs is $10 for Shed members. The Workshop will be followed by a Sundowner with wine and nibbles at a cost of $10 per person. The Workshop is limited to 30 persons. Therefore please register not later than COB 24 Feb 2021 and note the earlier start time of 1pm. I hope to see you there. Mike Somerville-Brown

Hello Shedders As advertised in an earlier notice, the February health presentation will be followed by the monthly Sundowner in the SCMS garden. Our kitchen team will prepare a delicious offering, starring Greek Lamb Skewers and Sticky Chicken Wings accompanied by Falafel and salad.  PLUS, there will be something sweet to finish your repast.  Cost for food will be $12.  Drinks will be available for purchase - beer, wine and soft drink at standard prices. You are welcome to purchase an additional ticket for your partner to this Sundowner.  The bar will be open from 4:30 in the garden to sell drinks to partners while members are at the presntation inside. We require pre-payment with your registration. You will be able to get a refund if you cancel at least one day before the event. No-shows on the day will forfeit their ticket fee. Please register early to avoid the disappointment of missing this special occasion, we hope you will join us!

A Reminder about tomorrows member meeting. Please register if you havent already thanks.   The Health topic for this months meeting is "Inadequate Sleep – A Common and Troubling Problem”.  The talk will be about causes, consequences and ways in which sleep issues can be addressed.   Our speaker will be Professor David Hillman.   The meeting will also include a brief Shed Update followed with an informal BBQ.  

PLEASE NOTE REVISED DATE... We will continue our virtual world travel with food, with a stop-over in South Africa.  Lead by chef Stewart Forbes,  our Kitchen Team will prepare an enticing meal starting with Boboti (South african curry).  We will also provide a South African sweet, Koeksisters, to finish your meal, these are deepfried and syrup soaked pastry which will raise both your cholesterol level and your blood sugar - but a mouthfull wont hurt! Cost for food will be $10 with beer and wine at standard prices. We are again requiring pre-payment with your registration. You will be able to get a refund if you cancel at least 1 day before the event. No-shows on the day will forfeit their ticket fee. Please register early to avoid disappointment of missing this special occasion as the room capaity is limited.  We hope you will join us!

Our aim is to have fun, and improve our knowledge and skills in photography. The Executive Team have approved the purchase of computers, related equipment and software for the delivery of the Photography Group's 2021 program of activities on the condition that all costs are recovered over an 18 month period.    Therefore I seek your commitment to continue to be an active member of the Photography Group by purchasing this $50 "Event Ticket” for 2021 which will give your access to all our new computing equipment. This new equipment and software is essential for the delivery of workshops on Lightroom, creating slideshows and videos and will assist in the delivery of all our sessions in 2021. Pleasae purchase this ticket by 24 Feb 2021. 

The first session of the Photography Group for 2021 is being held at 2pm on 11 Feb 2021 in the Conference Room.. We will present a draft program for 2021 which includes more field trips, workshops and presentations to build your knowledge and skills. As requested by members we also plan to deliver a series of workshops on using Lightroom for editing your photos and iMovie & Premiere Elements for your videos.  We also propose some photography projects to have some fun but challenge your knowledge and skills in Photography. Les will deliver a demonstration on scanning photos and slides (This will be useful knowledge for the first project). The session will conclude with our usual Sundowner Workshop cost is $15 including wine & nibbles. Due to COVID restrictions we need to limit attendees to 30 persons; and please bring your mask. I hope to see you there.  Mike Somerville-Brown