Rant, Rave, Relax, and Release
Date: Thursday, May 6, 2010
Time: 6:30pm – 8:45pm
Where: East Columbia branch of the Howard County Public Libraries
Price: FREE
- Stumped by a problem at work (either job or co-worker related)?
- You're the only one of your kind on staff, so no one understands you or your concerns?
- Trying to find a job in the area?
- Trying to do something tricky with a new tool or technology?
- You don't have any problems now, but have experienced plenty in the past and have overcome it all.
If you have questions or issues, or just want to vent to those who understand, or you're a experienced technical communicator who might have lots of advice to offer others, you should plan to join us on May 6th at the East Columbia branch of the Howard County Public Libraries for a lively discussion on anything work related that's bothering you and we'll try to help.
Not a member? Thinking about joining? Guests are always welcome at our functions so feel free to bring a co-worker, friend, or colleague.
When: Thursday, May 6, 2010, 6:30 p.m. to 8:45 p.m.
Where: East Columbia Branch
6600 Cradlerock Way
Columbia, MD 21045
For more information, visit
http://www.hclibrary.org/index.php?page=63
Cost: Free to all (Donations accepted from our guests and non-members.)
Menu: This will be a brown-bag session, so bring your dinner and enjoy a lively evening of discussion with our STC members and guests. If you would like to get a take-out dinner to bring with you, see the list of Columbia area restaurants below. We will provide dessert and you can either bring a drink, or get one from the machines at the library.
Meeting Format: Networking/Socializing/Eating will begin at 6:30 p.m.
Reservation required. RSVP by noon on Wednesday, May 5, 2010 to
meeting@mbstc.org.
Questions? Please contact Elaine Firestone at
redactor@comcast.net, or, if you need assistance the evening of the meeting, call her at 301-706-0764.
Columbia area restaurants and fast food eateries
Boston Market
Ruby Tuesday
Wendy’s Hamburgers
Red Lobster
McDonald’s Hamburgers
Bertucci’s
KFC
March 11th Meeting
Metro Baltimore Chapter Meeting
Digital Photography
Thursday, March 11th, 2010
Have you ever wanted to learn more about digital photography?
Have you ever wanted to learn to take better digital photographs?
If this is something you want to learn more about, you should plan to join us on March 11th at the White Marsh branch of the Baltimore County Public Libraries for a presentation and discussion on digital photography. Our guest speaker Jack Douglas will present an overview of digital photography, how it works, how it differs from film, and some basics of use and producing better images. He will talk about the importance of the digital darkroom for editing, repairing and restoring old printed photographs, film, and slides (Photoshop–like editing programs), storing and preserving photographs, and digital photography printing issues. Q & A will follow the presentation.
Not a member? Guests are always welcome at our functions so feel free to bring a co-worker, friend or colleague.
When: Thursday, March 11, 2010, 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: White Marsh Library
8133 Sandpiper Circle
Baltimore, MD 21236
For more information, visit For more information, visit
http://www.bcpl.info/branches/branch_wh.html
Cost: Members: $5
Guests: $10
Menu: This will be a brown-bag session, so bring your dinner and enjoy a lively evening of discussion with our speaker and fellow STC members. If you would like to get a take-out dinner to bring with you, see the list of White Marsh area restaurants below. We will provide dessert but please bring a drink, as they are not available in the library.
Meeting Format: Networking/Socializing/Eating will begin at 6 p.m. Presentation will start at 6:45.
Questions? Please contact Ren Daigre at
turtlewriter@comcast.net (call 443.243.6008 if you need assistance the evening of the meeting).
Reservation required. RSVP by 3pm on Tuesday, March 9, 2010 to
meeting@mbstc.org.
Send advanced payment payable to MBSTC to Stephen Lortie, 635 Colaine Drive, Aberdeen, MD 21001
White Marsh area restaurants and fast food eateries
Fridays
Olive Garden Italian Restaurant
Ruby Tuesday
Wendy’s Hamburgers
Red Brick Station
Red Lobster
McDonald’s Hamburgers
Bertucci’s
Friendly’s
Buffalo Wild Wings
2009 Networking Event - October 13th
Date: Tuesday, October 13th
Time: 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Where: Dave & Buster's at Arundel Mills Mall
Price: $20 for MBSTC members, $23 for non-members and walk-ins
Meet us at Dave and Buster's for a lively evening of hors d'oeuvres, games, and networking. We will begin our evening in the Midway Party Room with Dave and Buster's fabulous Signature Starters Appetizer Buffet (see below). Each attendee will also receive a $10 power play card to use out in the games area on a wide variety of games. At 7:30, we will re-group for an interactive networking discussion. At the end of the evening, we will award door prizes. Be sure to mark your calendars for this popular event!
Appetizer Buffet Menu:
• Chicken Goldfingers served with chipotle-honey sauce
• Tortilla Chips with queso and fire roasted salsa
• Fresh Vegetable platter
• Four Cheese Pizza bites with basil pesto
• Mini Cheeseburgers on Hawaiian rolls
• Assorted Cheese & Crackers
• Unlimited soft drinks, tea, and coffee
NO RSVP is required!
Bring your resume and business cards.
MBSTC Town Hall Meeting - July 7, 2009
As many of you have noticed, we have not been active for the first half of this year. We would like to remedy this with a Town Hall Meeting. This will be an evening to discuss the following issues:
The state of the STC organization
Our Chapter
Ideas for meetings
Volunteers to help organize meetings
Volunteers to write articles and update website
Open mike discussion of issues
We will be ordering Papa John pizza. Choices include: The Meats, Cheese, Garden Fresh, and The Works. Cookies and soft drinks will be included.
Price: $10.00
Location:
National Electronics Museum in Linthicum, MD (www.hem-usa.org)
Date: July 7, 2009
Time: 6 pm - 8:30 pm
Please RSVP to
meeting@mbstc.org with your pizza preference.
December MBSTC Meeting Adobe Photoshop for Writers
Mark your calendar now for
Wednesday, December 10, 2008, 6:00 - 8:30 P.M.
In this day and age, we can no longer be simply called Technical Writers. We wear many hats, from editor to illustrator. The world is changing and technology is making it easier for us to become Technical Publication Experts. Adobe Photoshop is the graphics design tool for bringing out the best in your digital images and transforming them into anything you can imagine. Graphics Expert, Sam Gallina will show us how to use Photoshop to bring out the best in our artwork. We will discuss tips and tricks, as well as an overview of a few helpful processes. Join us for an evening of useful tips and tricks that will not only help you at work, but help you edit your digital photos from your family, friends, pets, or latest vacation.
Where: Historical Electronic Museum, Linthicum, MD
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Information)
Menu: Chicken Fajitas or Stuffed Shells. Served with Garden Salad, Chips and Salsa, Pita Bread, and Garlic Bread. As usual, we will provide a light dessert.
Meeting fee (includes dinner): $20 MBSTC members, $23 non-members and walk-ins
Guests welcome!
RSVP to
meeting@mbstc.org or
pres@mbstc.orgInclude your name, a daytime phone number, entrée selection, and guest name(s).
Created on 08/28/2007 07:31 PM by phpadmin
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