SVMUG Monthly Meeting January 19, 2026 - Brian Flanagan-Arthurs - Automate, But Don’t Take Shortcuts

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SVMUG Monthly Meeting January 19, 2026 - Brian Flanagan-Arthurs - Automate, But Don’t Take Shortcuts

Hello svmug members & friends! 

The Silicon Valley Macintosh User Group (svmug) upcoming meeting is Monday, January 19, 2026 at 7:00 PM Pacific Time. We will be meeting via Zoom. As always, our meetings are open to the public and free to attend. Please invite a friend!

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MEETING LINK for Virtual Attendance: 
If you are on the svmug mail list, you will receive a separate email with the Zoom link DIRECT information. 
Otherwise, the method of joining the SVMUG monthly meeting via Zoom is to use the connection information found on our website:

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MEETING TOPIC:  Automate, But Don’t Take Shortcuts
Join us to learn about the benefits of automating low-value and repetitive tasks to free up your time to focus on other things. You can automate your goals such as health, financial (save money), organize and enter your data all using existing Apple software.

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ABOUT OUR SPEAKER:  Brian Flanagan-Arthurs
We heard Brian speak at MacStock 2025, an Apple-focused conference. From his website: He is known for his involvement in the Apple community and his passion for technology. With a background in education and economics, he has used Apple products throughout his life—from early teaching experiences with Apple IIgs to his current role as an educator and trainer. He applies technology in various aspects of his life, including managing smart home systems, exploring a wide range of podcasts, watching sports, engaging with video games, and integrating technology into fitness routines. Most importantly, he leverages technology to design and deliver impactful educational presentations.

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TIME SCHEDULE: 
6:30 PM - Virtual Doors open. Come early and socialize.
7:00 PM - Introduction & News
7:30 PM - Presentation
8:15 PM - Q&A - Use the Chat feature on Zoom to submit questions.
8:30 PM - Raffle and end of meeting

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2026 CALENDAR:  via Zoom
January 19 — Brian Flanagan-Arthurs - Automate, But Don’t Take Shortcuts
February 16 — Robert Brown’s "annual" AI update?
March 16 — TBD

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DO YOU HAVE QUESTIONS? (Tech questions? Other?)
Do you have QUESTIONS to ask at the Q&A session during the meeting? During our Q&A time, please use the Chat feature on Zoom to submit questions.
Time permitting, we will do our best to provide answers to all.

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ABOUT SVMUG:
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APPLE/MAC USER GROUPS (updated) 
Silicon Valley Mac User Group, https://www.svmug.org
Diablo Valley Mac User Group, https://www.dvmug.org
North Coast Mac User Group, https://ncmug.org
San Leandro Mac User Group, https://www.slmug.org 
Tucson, AZ Mac User Group, https://www.tmug.com
Naples, FL Mac User Group, https://naplesmug.com

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