variety of sources, such as many computer-related magazines, newspaper information, computer shows and information from anywhere I happen to be that pertains to computers.
Hats Off Award
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A monthly proclamation presents an award to one deserving individual who has performed outstanding support and help with the operations of the club. This started way back in August of 1991. It has been published in each edition of the "Charlotte Bytes" and continues today. A colorful printed certificate is presented to the recipient at the monthly meeting. |
Community Support
In 1994, we instituted (COFE), the "Computers
for Education" program. The object of the program was to
supply the Adult Education Department, at the Cultural Center,
with repaired and refurbished computers and printers. Word went
out to the members the need for donations of old or unused equipment.
Several volunteers offered to provide the labor necessary to
get these units up and running again. Many of the computers and
printers, now in working condition, were turned over to the Adult
Education Department for classroom instructions. Since then,
the Cultural Center purchased new computers for their classes
so now our attention is turned towards the local people in the
community who have a serious need for a rebuilt computer but
cannot afford to purchase one.
Swap/Sell Table
The idea of a "Swap/Sell" table
at the meetings goes back to December of 1989. That was before
many of you even heard of the CCPCUG. The idea was to provide
a place were a member could offer, for sale or exchange, any
computer related equipment, book , manual and other item he had
no longer needed and perhaps provide someone else with just what
he needed. For a few years, it was discontinued but is now back
in operation and going strong.