Jeff Kaczmarek The SaddleBrooke Ranch (SBR) Technology Club had a full house of more than 40 people on March 4 to hear another fascinating presentation by Chuck Harder on “What’s New in AI for 2026.” In addition, we had a follow-up Q&A session the next day led by Dan Heilman, that got into specific questions…
Jeff Kaczmarek Our annual Electronics Recycling Event was a big success again with a steady stream of residents dropping off old computers, laptops, phones, TVs, printers, and appliances for responsible recycling by our friends at Keeper of the Grumper. Given the continued interest in this service, the SBR Technology Club plans to host the event…
Jeff Kaczmarek Have you been frustrated trying to organize your old photos, slides, films, and videos and convert them to modern digital formats? Then we have some answers for you. On Tuesday, June 24, at 1 p.m. we will be having a class about converting old photos, etc. to digital format using our powerful scanner…
Jeff Kaczmarek Our electronics recycling event last month was a big success, and we are tentatively planning another one this fall. It was a great opportunity for folks to responsibly dispose of old TVs, printers, routers, cords, etc. We had a constant flow of people visiting our booth at the Club Expo in February. New…
Big news …. price markdown! In order to combat historically high inflation and prices, the SaddleBrooke Ranch (SBR) Technology Club Board has lowered its annual club membership dues to $30 for an individual membership and $45 for a joint membership. These dues were previously $45 and $60, respectively. So all the great benefits that you…
Jeff Kaczmarek Your SaddleBrooke Ranch (SBR) Technology Club is busy scheduling classes for September that are sure to be of interest and value to our members.Upcoming classes include: * Sept. 10 (1 to 3 p.m.) Creating Fun Objects Using Sketch Up * Sept. 12 (9 a.m. to noon) Open Lab … Just Walk In for…
Jeff Kaczmarek Your SaddleBrooke Ranch (SBR) Tech Club has been working to set an informative and interesting lineup of classes for the month of June. Please note the following upcoming classes: * June 4 from 9 a.m. to noon: Basics of 3D Printing on our Prusa Machine * June 6 from 1 to 3 p.m:…
Jeff Kaczmarek Your new SaddleBrooke Ranch (SBR) Technology Club board met for its 2024 organizational meeting. Ben Eisenstein has been elected president and we welcomed new board members: Bob Kuennen, Dave Selkowitz; Michelle Bills, and Kathy Watson. Dave Richey has stepped down as president and will serve in an emeritus status. The board is excited to offer…
Linda Shannon-Hills In December, the SBR Technology Club voted for new members of the board of directors, welcoming Alastair Stone and Jeff Kaczmarek. Remaining on the board are Maria Astaire, Ellyn Biggs, Richard Brosnahan, Dave Richey, Bruce Strickland, and Barbara Whitehead. Thanks goes to existing board of directors, Carol Andrews and Tony Pietrzykoski, for their…
Linda Shannon-Hills The pandemic has forced the world to adapt to new ways of doing things we enjoy. Holding classes and workshops in the Technology Room was not recommended due to the possible spread of the coronavirus. Face to face interactions required face masks and a limited number of people in the room. With these…