1. The annual picnic will be held in August.  Discussions are underway regarding whether to make it "bring your own lunch", with beverages provided, or charging $10 pp and having the club supply a hero plus beverages.  Dick said he'd provide some kind of "hands On' display for members to experiment with (such as items for macro photography)
   


2. The "strawberry moon" will be visible tonight for photo-taking.  Viewing was suggested at 9:30 at Provenzano's on Main St in Kings Park, r at the high school.  (Strawberry moon is the name given to the full moon that occurs in June, when strawberries were harvested by Native Americans in North America.)


3. Larry reviewed several items from the 6/2 Steering Commission meeting. At this point, dues will not be raised, pending further discussion of our budget.


4. Sympathy cards will be sent to members needing our support. (Dorothy is coordinating this)


5. A lengthy discussion ensued about holding Professional Feedback Events, bringing in an outside judge to critique members photos if interested. The most convenient and least costly mode for this to take place is on Zoom, since we wouldn't need to bring the judge into our location.
   Some objected to doing this via Zoom, since they don't have cameras or don't want to engage in Zoom. At this point, the library isn't set up technically to provide a "hybrid" mode, having some people Zoom in while others attend the session in person.
   
   In the past, viewing of photos was held at R.J.O. Middle School in Kings Park, with the judge discussing results at the library.
   
   One solution is to have those who don't Zoom submit their photos for review anyhow.  Those who want to Zoom, could Zoom.  The session would be recorded, so that those who didn't attend could view the judge's comments afterwards, with the session viewable on youTube or on the website.


6. Alan suggested that in a future monthly meeting we break into small groups to share tips on using different camera equipment i.e. one group for Nikon, one for Canon, one for cellphones etc.
   

where
the Smithtown Library - Kings Park Building

when
We meet on the third Thursday or third Wednesday of the month beginning at 7:00pm, in the downstairs meeting room.  

Content
The meeting begins with short “business” items, such as group photo shoots or special projects. 

Presentations are the focus, usually made by club members. 

Guests are always welcome.