Digital Arts Group

DAG dinner March 5, 2009

We are back from our fabulous vacation in Cancun. Now, back to reality...

I'd like to have the DAG dinner at Mimi's Café. It's just recently opened and is located in WDM right next to Jordan Creek Towncenter at 490 S 68TH ST. Please RSVP directly to me by Wednesday evening if you plan to attend. Remember, anyone can attend, but I need to have your RSVP by Wednesday, March 4. Dinner attendees must pay for their own meals. RSVP to Joann (jschissel@desmoinesmetro.com).

See http://www.mimiscafe.com/MenuDinner.aspx

Picnic rescheduled for July 9, 2009

The picnic will be July 9 instead of July 2. Other details remain the same.

InDesign meeting, June 11, 2009

The next meeting of the Des Moines InDesign User Group is scheduled for June 11th.

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Date, time, and location
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Thursday, June 11, 2009
6:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Meredith Corporation Conference Core
1716 Locust Street
Des Moines, IA 50309

(Meeting is held at Meredith's Conference Core. Parking ramp is east of the 1716 Locust building; take the elevator down to the lower level.)

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Meeting Details
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Featured Topic:
Variable Data and Font Management

Our Chapter Rep, Brian Cupp, is going to demonstrate how to create a variable data piece directly from InDesign without any additional software. Randy Norian, an Analyst from Xerox, is going to demonstrate variable data using XMPie, a plug-in for InDesign.

Following the break, will be a presentation on Font Management using Font Agent Pro. For detailed information about fonts, read the handout from our November 2006 meeting (http://www.indesignusergroup.com/chapters/desmoines/notes/2006/11_09/Fonts_Font_Mgmt.pdf).

Note: There will not be any snacks or drinks for the meeting. The economy has effected previous sponsors. If you know of a company interested in sponsoring, please email Brian Cupp at desmoines@indesignusergroup.com.

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Agenda
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6:00 - 6:30 Check in, Networking, and Help Desk
6:30 - 7:40 Presentation
7:40 - 7:45 Break
7:45 - 8:15 Presentation
8:15 - 8:30 Raffle and Wrap Up

Des Moines InDesign User Group (IDUG) meetings are completely FREE!

Please register to attend  --    http://www.indesignusergroup.com/chapters/desmoines/

Picnic on July 2, 2009

Digital Arts Group Annual Picnic

Thursday, July 2, 2009

6:30pm

Location: Kevin and Kim's Deck. 515 Hillside, West Des Moines. It is near Valley Junction just west of 5th St.

No RSVP required.

Take a break from the routine and meet up at Kevin House's residence on Thursday, July 2, for fun and food on the deck.

*** This is a potluck so bring your own meat to grill and dish to share. BRING YOUR own table service and beverage. ***

Don't forget the lawn chair.

See you there!

DAG dinner, June 4, 2009 CANCELLED

Not enough participation. So canceled. See you at the picnic.

Dinner Gathering, Thursday, June 4, 2009

The gathering is open to the public. Food is not provided, you will
be responsible for paying for your own meal.

6:30pm

Location:
Raccoon River Brewing Co.
10th & Walnut, Downtown
515/362-5222

RSVPs are required. Please let me know if you will be attending. Please RSVP
to me no later than Wednesday, June 3, 2009.

Meeting May 7, 2009

Dinner Gathering, Thursday, May 7, 2009

The gathering is open to the public. Food is not provided, you will be responsible for paying for your own meal. (EXCEPT the 5 last standing members who agreed to organize dinners, you have a $15 maximum allowance that must include your tax and tip.)

6:30pm
El Rodeo
1310 N.W. 118th St.
Clive, IA 50325
515-440-2210
http://www.elrodeo123.com/

RSVPs are required. Please let me know if you will be attending. The latest time to RSVP will be Wednesday, May 6, 2000.

Thanks,
Barb Gordon
gordon@dwx.com
577-9633

Meeting April 2, 2009

It's time for another DAG "meet and eat" get together!

Here are the details:

Mimi's Restaurant & Cafe
Mills Civic Pkwy
West Des Moines IA50265
Thursday, April 2, 2009
6:30 pm

Please RSVP to me directly by 3/30/09.

Thanks and see you there,

Nannette Rodríguez (nannette@virtualviva.com)

Next Dinner Gathering March 5, 2009

Joann Schissel is organizing the event. She is on vacation this week, so watch for her announcement soon.

DINNER GATHERING FEBRUARY 5

Join the Digital Arts Group on Thursday, February 5, 2009. Open discussion on design and computer issues.

The gathering is open to the public. Non-members and members who chose not to host a meeting will be responsible for paying for their own meal.

6:30 pm
The Drake Diner
1111 25th St
Des Moines, IA 50311
(515) 277-1111 (diner phone)

RSVPs are required. RSVP to Linda by Wednesday, Feb. 4. Email and phone numbers are below.

Linda Bender
llbdesign@mac.com
515-288-7107

DAG meeting January 8, 2009

Dinner Gathering, January 8, 2009
Unwind after the holidays with the Digital Arts Group on Thursday, January 8, 2009.

The gathering is open to the public. Food is not provided, you will be responsible for paying for your own meal.

6:30pm
The Drake Diner
1111 25th St
Des Moines, IA 50311
(515) 277-1111

RSVPs are required. Please let me know if you will be attending. The latest time to RSVP will be Wednesday, Jan. 7.

Thanks, 
Mark Ryerson
mark.ryerson@avivausa.com
279-7350

Dinner Gathering, December 4, 2008

The Digital Arts Group will gather on Thursday, December 4, 2008

The gathering is open to the public. Food is not provided, you will be responsible for paying for your own meal.

6:30pm
Red Rossa Napoli Pizza
www.redrossa.com
12695 University Ave # 100
Clive, IA 50325

RSVPs are required. Please let me know if you will be attending. The latest time to rsvp will be Wednesday.

Thanks,  Barb Gordon 278-9738