Bruce Latimer back at it!
It's been a while, but The Bruce Latimer Show was in the studio last Wednesday! Bruce Latimer got to chat with some awesome special guests: "It's a Beautiful Day" band founder Mitchell Holman, CMAC Producer Steve Manelski, and the "Famous Guacamole Queen of the West" herself, Pauline Gonzalez. Watch the episode above!
Upcoming June Workshops!
PCT offers a variety of workshops each month to get your studio skills up to par! Each course is priced at $20, a small price for the skills you'll gain. Training in community media is our forte, and we hope you'll join us for one of this month's classes.
June 5, 3:30 - 5pm - HMB Workshop 1
Learn generalist skills including editing, camera operation, and other basic production techniques.
June 12, 3:30 - 5pm - HMB Workshop 2
Learn generalist skills including editing, camera operation, and other basic production techniques.
** Pre-requisites: HMB Workshop 1
June 13, 6 - 9pm -Workshop: Lighting
This workshop teaches the fundamentals of three-point lighting and how to safely and correctly move and adjust lighting instruments, and the operation of the lighting dimmer system.
June 19, 3:30 - 5pm - HMB Workshop 3
Learn generalist skills including editing, camera operation, and other basic production techniques.
** Pre-requisites: HMB Workshop 1, HMB Workshop 2
Call us at 650-355-8000 between 1-9pm to sign up now!
Maker Faire Bay Area
This video is a perfect example of the kind of experiences members learn and grow from by becoming members and helping us to create media that matters here in the Bay area and beyond.
Here, PCT spent a rainy weekend at the Bay Area's Maker Faire! At this souped-up science fair, creativity was off the charts. People of all ages gathered in the spirit of imagination. Check out the video above and enjoy. What will you make a video about at PCT? Join us!
Catch up with Bruce Latimer!
Check out the latest episode of The Bruce Latimer Show, and get excited for next week! On May 29 at 9pm, Bruce Latimer will be chatting with some awesome special guests: "It's a Beautiful Day" band founder Mitchell Holman, CMAC Producer Steve Manelski, and the "Famous Guacamole Queen of the West" herself, Pauline Gonzalez. Join us as Bruce breaks it down and entertains with some great conversation, music, and much more.
PCT Honorees Revealed!
Thank you all for your nominations! Our honoree list has been selected! SAVE THE DATE! Tickets are $25 each, call 650-355-8000 today to save your spot!
PCT's 42nd Anniversary:
PCT Honors You!
7:30pm, Friday June 7th
Mildred Owen Concert Hall
1220 Linda Mar Blvd. Pacifica 94044
Upcoming Public Forums
Pacifica City Council meets this Monday, and Half Moon Bay City Council meets next Tuesday. Talk face to face with the council about issues that are important to you!
Half Moon Bay City Council: https://www.half-moon-bay.ca.us/235/City-Council
Pacifica City Council: https://www.cityofpacifica.org/government/city_council/
Maker Faire this weekend!
Head over to the San Mateo Event Center on Friday for a celebration of invention, creativity and curiosity! Stop by the Maker Fair and you are guaranteed to find something that blows your mind. For those that can't make it, don't worry, just stay tuned for special PCT coverage of the event!
Click on the image to visit their website!
Lovin Harmony on Spotlight!
This week's Spotlight features special guests from the Lovin' Harmony Trio! Tune in for special tunes from this vintage Bay Area group, and then join Kathy Holly for a closer look.
Need a new show? Check out one of these regulars!
Click an image to visit the show's website!
There you can find showtimes, contact, and more!
Upcoming May Workshops!
PCT offers a variety of workshops each month to get your studio skills up to par! Each course is priced at $20, a small price for the skills you'll gain. Training in community media is our forte, and we hope you'll join us for one of this month's classes.
May 2, 6 - 9pm - Workshop: Audio
The Audio Technician is first taught the fundamentals of capturing sounds using microphones, and operating the audio mixer. Use of line audio sources such as cassette tapes and CDs is also covered. Students are introduced to the use of the equalizer. Proper care of audio equipment and cables is emphasized.
May 8, 3:30 - 5pm - HMB Workshop 1
Learn generalist skills including editing, camera operation, and other basic production techniques.
May 8, 6 - 9pm - HMB Workshop 1
Learn generalist skills including editing, camera operation, and other basic production techniques.
May 9, 6 - 8pm - Workshop: Camera & Floor
Camera - workshop covers the essentials of powering up and preparing our studio cameras for operation, and provides volunteers with basic skills of camera work, including shot structure, composition and movement, terminology, and working with the director.
Floor Manager - is the essential link between studio talent and the Director. Workshop will cover instruction on communicating with talent through the use of hand and arm signals to provide time and camera cues, and give other needed info to the Director.
May 15, 3:30 - 5pm - HMB Workshop 2
Learn generalist skills including editing, camera operation, and other basic production techniques.
** Pre-requisites: HMB Workshop 1
May 22, 6 - 9pm - HMB Workshop 3
Learn generalist skills including editing, camera operation, and other basic production techniques.
** Pre-requisites: HMB Workshop 1, HMB Workshop 2
May 23, 6 - 9pm - Workshop: Technical Director
The TD is taught how to turn on and prepare all the control room equipment and to oversee the work of all other members of the production crew. During the production, the TD operates the studio switcher to create transitions between cameras; such as cuts, wipes, and dissolves. The TD also assists the Director in keeping track of what other crew members are doing. After the production, the TD again supervises the crew as they turn off the equipment and break down the set.
** Pre-requisites: Video Tape Operator, Character Generator, Camera, Floor, Lighting, Audio workshops
May 30, 6 - 9pm - Workshop: Director
The Director is the captain of the production team, providing instructions to all crewmembers about what to do at what time. Students in a directing workshop learn about the philosophy behind directing, including teamwork and leadership fundamentals, then are taught the practical aspects of directing, including composition, staging, giving commands and instruction to the crew, and making effective use of transitions.
Working as a Director involves keeping track of many elements of a show simultaneously and communicating effectively with both crew and audience.
**Pre-requisite: Technical Director workshop
Call us at 650-355-8000 between 1-9pm to sign up now!
Dream Machines/EcoFest
PCT was out in force this weekend at EcoFest on Saturday and Dream Machines on Sunday! It was a blast to cover both of these awesome events and we're excited to bring you more coverage! Catch it all on our next Coast Life episode! We're filming the next episode on May 22, so stay tuned!
In the meantime, check out some of our past coverage of these events!
Dream Machines 2018
EcoFest 2018
PCT Honors June 7th!
Thank you all for your nominations! Our honoree list has been selected and is being finalized! Stay tuned for details and the final list. In the meantime, SAVE THE DATE! Tickets are $25 each, call 650-355-8000 today to save your spot!
PCT's 42nd Anniversary:
PCT Honors You!
7:30pm, Friday June 7th
Mildred Owen Concert Hall
1220 Linda Mar Blvd. Pacifica 94044
Sacramento International Film Festival!
Tune into PCT this weekend for special coverage of Martin Anaya's Sacramento International Film Festival! This will feed straight our live stream so you can experience the event with us LIVE!
As Sacramento's original Festival of Cinema, this event has built the local film community, and showcased Northern California as a dynamic film arts destination for 24 years. Check out the link below for tickets and more information!
http://www.sacramentofilmfestival.com/
Catch these awesome shows!
PCT is dedicated to bringing you a variety of community content that you'll love! Check these out this week:
Creature Feature
Get your weekly scares with "Creature Features," the 21st-century version of Creature Features, the classic San Francisco Bay Area horror-host program made famous by Bob Wilkins in the 70’s and John Stanley in the 80’s.
Saturdays - 10:00pm
The World of Fusion Show
The World Fusion Show brings you the leading innovators of world fusion music with your host Derrik Jordan. It includes interviews, video and live playing.
Fridays - 11:00pm
Conscious Living
Conscious Living explores the fun side of living healthy. From eco-adventures around the world to the latest in holistic health and nourishing spiritual retreats, tune in to Conscious Living - and raise your vibration.
Tuesday - 5:30pm
Friday - 5:00pm
Saturday - 4:30pm
Nominate for PCT Honors!
Friends, Pacific Coast TV (www.PacificCoast.tv) is seeking NOMINEES for PCT HONORS 2019, slated for June 8th.
Each year, PCT recognizes outstanding people in our community who've excelled in one of three areas:
A) Service to our public sector
B) Service to our educational sector
C) Service to local government
These people may be volunteers or not but we are seeking the folks YOU feel are deserving of recognition for making OUR community a better place.
Just a name and a VERY SHORT explanation of why you feel they should be honored is all we are asking.
Planning Commission, Half Moon Bay
Planning Commission meetings are held at 7 pm every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month, at the Emergency Operations Center (EOC), 537 Kelly Avenue.
The Planning Commission consists of citizen volunteers appointed by the City Council to make decisions or advise the Council on land use and property development issues. The Commission assures that new development advances the interests of the community. It's easy to find out what's happening and get involved today!
Spotlight - Episode 70
Check out the latest episode of "Spotlight" with Kathy Holly! In this episode, Kathy explores the talents of actress/singer Larissa Kelloway, singer Russel Deason, and actor/singer/musician Bobby Weinapple. Enjoy the conversation as these four talented individuals discuss music, career paths, and much more.
Half Moon Bay City Priority Setting Workshop
On March 26th, the Half Moon Bay City Council hosted a priority setting meeting. The primary purpose of the meeting was to review past goals and reassess the current efforts of the Half Moon Bay city government. Council members kicked off the meeting by hosting a forum to receive input from the general public, and then proceeded to dive into an assessment of the past year. Over the course of the following hours, facilitators continued to discuss the development of the city, setting new goals and making sure everyone is involved and on the same page.
Have something on your mind?
Come to the next council meeting and speak to your government!
Coast Life - S19 Episode 3
Join Jonathan and Sarah as they guide you through our latest featured scenes from the coast side! It was an action packed month around the bay with events like the San Francisco Chinese New Year Parade, the Half Moon Bay Saint Patrick's Day Parade, and even the Combi Bowl Skate competition! We'll even head up to Sacramento with Martin Anaya to catch some of the California Film Foundation's "Fashion on Film." It's been an epic month and we can't wait to show you!
20th Annual MLK Celebration - Sacramento State University
In January, Martin Anaya covered the Martin Luther King Jr Celebration at Sacramento State. Tune in February 27th at 5pm for special coverage of the event, featuring gospel legend Lady Tramaine Hawkins and the James Jackson Band. Also speaking at the event was the descendant of Frederick Douglass and Booker T Washington, two staples of black history in America. At this gala, speakers discuss the evolution of racism in the modern era, and what steps must be taken to fight back against it.
Catch it on PCT:
3/31/19 - 11:15pm
4/07/19 - 10:00pm
