San Jose, California to Host Fall Conference October 8, 2011
The Western Region will hold its annual, one-day conference, with a theme of technology and training. Hosted by CreaTV San Jose, the conference will take place at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Library on the campus of San Jose State University in downtown San Jose.

Conference registration is online.The conference has great speakers lined up and stellar activities planned. Check out the conference page for all the details.

Arrangements have been made with local hotels for excellent room rates, amenities and conference facilities. Check out the conference page for details to reserve your room now.

Vendors Invited!
Vendors are an integral part of the conference each year, showcasing their new equipment and technologies and participating in the Technology Training. Contact Ron Cooper for sponsorship opportunities and conference information.

Brian Wilson Mentorship Award Nominations Now Open
Brian Wilson was a friend and leader of the Alliance for Community Media for many years. The Brian Wilson Award is granted annually, in his memory, to recognize those individuals at all levels of PEG Access who take the time to provide mentorship and guidance to others. Nominate your candidate by September 1, 2011.

WAVE Awards Film Festival Entries Invited

For more go to: www.ACMwest.org

The WAVE Awards Committee reports that producers submitted more than 300 entries to the 2011 WAVE - Western Access Video Excellence - Awards! Judging sites outside the region are viewing the entries now, and a list of finalists will be posted shortly.