Coastal News

With Fog Fest being right around the corner, we thought it might be fun reminiscing the previous Fog Fest Parade.

Check out our coverage from last year HERE.

Fogfest is a 2 day festival celebrating the sun, sand & surf.

Enjoy the live music while sipping your beer or wine. Indulge with the crepes, calamari, popcorn, big chunk of turkey and more!

With over 200 arts & crafts booths, 3 stages of live music, a Saturday morning parade, a Sunday morning Fog Jog, what more could you ask from a festival? You'll also find great festival food, wine, beer, our signature Fog Cutter, a Sunday afternoon Family Fun Fest, a kids Classic Amusement Area with carnival like rides and back is our professional sand sculptor Bill Lewis of Santa Cruz Sand, creating sand sculpture magic all day Saturday! 

For more information click HERE.

It's about that time!

I can already taste that heavenly key lime calamari and those divine funnel cakes fresh off the press!

Are you ready for Fog fest?

Come one down to one of the most lively festivals of the year.

Shop till' you drop! There will be over 200 vendors selling a wide variety of custom goods, including hand crafted jewelry, textiles, photography, fashion apparel and much more

Maybe even sip on a Fog Cutter or Champagne Sunset while listening to the rad musical lineup that will be performing on 3 different stages!

Your'e going to want to bring the whole fam bam because there will be endless games, and activities like the annual sand castle contest, amusement rides, arts and crafts and many more special attractions.

This is such a wonderful festival you don't want to miss out on! It brings the community together in a way where people can enjoy themselves with their friends, neighbors, and families through endless games, activities and arts and crafts.

Hope to see you there! If not you can still check out the highlights from last year's Fog Fest HERE.

If you want a fun way to help out with the and volunteer, you can contact us through 650-355-8000 for more details. 

This week's newest episode features Half Moon Bay Dream Machines, Pacifica Earth Day and San Francisco Pride Parade. Join hosts, Gaby Cordova and Nicole Segura, as they guide you to all things Coast Side.

San Francisco Pride Parade 2017

This week's episode features San Francisco Pride Parade that happened on June 24-25, 2017. Gaby and Nicole discuss the origin and goals of one of the largest pride parade in the nation.

Pacifica Earth Day 2017

This episode also covers the annual Pacifica Earth Day, also known as the Eco Fest. Nicole demonstrates a crash course of recycling. She shows which particular items belongs to recycling bin, compost bin, and trash bin. 

Dream Machines

Pacific Coast Dream Machines was also highlighted in this episode. Dream Machines is One of the coolest shows on Earth. It offers an exhibit of vintage cars, flying machines, kids fun zone and a lot more!

Mori Point

Last but not the least, Nicole and Gaby talk about the viewtiful Mori Point. Mori point is part of Golden Gate National Park. It is one of the hiking destinations here in Pacifica, consisting of 10 hiking trails.

Catch this episode on Comcast Ch 26/27.

If you don't have cable, you may also watch it here on www.PacificCoast.tv

You may also watch it on Youtube and Video on Demand. 

It will premiere on Thursday, September 14, 2017 at 7 p.m.

Hello all,

Martin Anaya with PCT here. Wishing you a GLORIOUS Labor Day weekend upcoming. Just a reminder that PCT will be closed Labor Day weekend and on Monday the 4th!

BUT WAIT:

That said there are some AMAZING events going on in and around our community. PCT is a resource for community members to both learn about AND post their OWN community events! That's right! You can join us and post an event too!

Remember, there are always events happening locally and we encourage you to check them out at our

EVENTS PAGE! 

Learn about the amazing individuals that were honored on PCT Honors Night! 

Ann Bauden tells about the accomplishments of her late husband Rich Bauden.

Former Mayor John Muller smiles for the camera with Leilani, Satasha, and Martin as he receives his plaque of appreciation. 

2017 Honorees:
1. John Muller
2. Anita Rees
3. Linda Jonas
4. Morning Nichols
5. Larry Passmore
7. Cameron Palmer
8. Richard Bauden
9. Martin Anaya (Surprise Honoree)

This year, we are celebrating PCT's 40th anniversary as a non-profit community foundation. On June 9th, PCT held our annual Honors celebration that this year featured a good deal about our history as a station.

With plenty of networking with our fellow coast siders, entertainment, and finally a live program to introduce each honoree to our community, PCT Honors was an amazing event. Now we've captured the essence of this glorious evening in a full feature video. Over the past 40 years, Pacific Coast TV has highlighted the people that make our coast-side such a wonderful place to live. 

BTW:

While on our website please feel free poke around. PCT takes great pride in our mission as the public access voice for our community (Click HERE for more info).

Recent advances to help us with that mission include 24/7 live streaming, HD content delivery, and a very robust video-on-demand service so council meetings, community events, and local cultural programs can always be found. Also if you have any suggestions or ideas, feel free to call us. 650.355.8001.

 September 22, Friday at 9 p.m.

Comcast Ch 26 (Pacifica)

Comcast Ch 27 (HMB & Coastside)

Also available on VOD and on Youtube!

Tune into Coast Life for an engaging talk show with two vibrant host that guide you through all things on the Coast side!

We introduce you to what is happening around the coastal cities of  Half Moon Bay, San Francisco, Pacifica, Pescadero, Montara, San Mateo and many more communities around the bay. Some of the main annual events we cover are Fog Fest, the Pumpkin Festival, the Pescadero Arts and Fun Festival, and Telethon. Coast Life introduces you to a variety of events and attractions that may peak your interest and get you exploring!

With so much going on around the coast, you can tune into Coast Life to get an entertaining and informative window into the many activities and events near you!

Join our hosts in the episode as they dive into the World Dog Surfing Championships at our very own Linda Mar Beach in Pacifica. Featured dogs include: Abbie, last year’s champion and guinness world record surfing dog, Skyler who is really blowing up on the coastside with over 5,000 followers on instagram, and Derby who’s rad blue mohawk matches his dad’s!  Your mouth will water when you get a chance to have a Taste of Pacifica where 25 local restaurants came together for one afternoon encouraging the community to support local businesses. You’ll have a chance to take a stroll down Santana Row and check Mimi Tran Designs. And don’t miss the Beautiful Brawlers, a boxing event that features amateur female boxers who really pack a punch!

Be sure to tune in because you won’t want to miss it!

It will premiere on Thursday, August 31st at 7pm. 

Catch it on our station, channel 26 in Pacifica or channel 27 on the Coastside.

or: via our live webstream: http://pacificcoast.tv/page/watch-live

* VOD not available until after the original premiere date

Conscious Living is coming to PCT!

Conscious living is hosted by Michael and Bianca Alexander.

The show aims to raise the vibration of the planet through inspiring television. Conscious living educates its viewers how to have a happier and healthier lifestyle by demonstrating healthy recipes, interviews from successful individuals, and inspiring stories. For more information click HERE.

Conscious Living premieres at PCT on August 12, 4:30 PM.

It will air on Tuesdays 5:30 pm and Saturdays 4:30 pm. 

For more PCT programs, you can check our On Demand page or Youtube channel.

Pacific Coast TV Media Workshop (ages 14+)

Sign up for Pacific Coast TV Media Workshop at Half Moon Bay Recreation!

Participants will learn how to use a camera, microphone, and lights to record interviews, events, and happenings in the community. They will also learn how to edit and produce videos. As well as to check out professional gear to create projects and work on live productions.

Call 650-355-8000 for more details!

Class Fees:

$98 for each session of 3 classes (includes annual membership to PCT)

Location: 

Ted Adcock Community Center

535 Kelly Ave, Half Moon Bay

For more information, please contact the instructor at admin@pacificcoast.tv prior to enrolling.

Hey folks! Did you know you can utilize PCT's website to advertise your event?

Here are the simple steps on how to add your events: 

1. Go to our website and log in to your account. 

2. Click Events.

3. Click Add button. 

4. Enter the information needed. Don't forget to add an image!

5. After entering your event's information, click Add Event at the end of the page. 

6. There you have it! The event will be under Admin's approval.

Wavelength is a public access forum show discussing local news with local newsmakers in the hopes of giving the community a better understanding of local issues. 

This week, host Ian Butler talks to Thursday Roberts, Daniel Saver, and Larry Hixson about the issue of rent control in Pacifica.

To learn more, catch this conversation on our live web-stream, Comcast Ch 26/27 or at our V.O.D. page.

NOTE: This is a Public Access show. PCT neither endorses nor opposes the views expressed. If you disagree with opinions expressed on WAVELENGTH, please come and make your own show. 

Pacific Coast TV offers workshops to help you prepare for real television production. One of the workshops offered is Character Generator. Character Generator or CG is adding titles, credits, and graphics to the production.  The CG Operator is taught how to enter the information, operate the video interface, and make changes in the presentation of the material, such as scrolling, wipes or dissolves.  

While typing is a beneficial skill, it is not a prerequisite.

*Cost = $20

*Must be a member to sign up

Click HERE to know when is the next CG Workshop.

Join Michael Laman as he teaches kids on how to program using Scratch 2.

Children will learn how to program through the step by step tutorial in each episode.

Programming for Kids with Scratch 2 Show will premiere on June 30 at 4:30pm.

Join host Leslie Reichart as she talks about ways on how to have a clean and green life. 

The show will premiere at PCT on June 12 at 5:30 pm.  

Click HERE for more information.

A Taste Of Theater features all original theatrical production shows from aspiring playwrights and actors. This television show will educate its viewers about different styles and techniques used on other plays and productions. As well as introduce them to Playwrights outside of their local area and culture. 

A Taste of Theater will premiere at PCT on June 11 at 9pm.

For more information click HERE.

Hi, I'm Jaimie! I'm an intern here at PCT! I'm really looking forward to the PCT Honor's Award's coming up!  This years show celebrates 40 years of PCT as TV station!  We at PCT feel privileged to be able to give back by hosting the Honor's Award's and award hard working members of society who try to improve the lives of others. Those who will be receiving awards have served in one of three areas, either to the public or in education or in government. I can't wait to celebrate the Honoree's for their hard work and dedication this year.  

Silicon Valley's authentic and informative show, The Kamla Show, is coming to PCT!

The Kamla show is hosted by Kamla Bhatt, the weekly radio show host of "It's Bollywood, It's Hollywood," on 90.1 FM, KZSU.

In the Kamla show, Kamla talks about life, people, and ideas through interviews of different individuals who are behind the success of a company, film, or book. For more information of the TV Show click HERE.

The Kamla Show premieres at PCT on May 10, 2017, 7:00 PM.

It will air on Wednesdays 7 pm and Saturdays 5 pm. 

For more PCT programs, you can always check our On Demand page or Youtube channel.

Held every January this annual event awards valued Chamber Members with recognition of relevance to the business community & community itself.  A dignitary is chosen to be the evenings emcee and to award each honoree.  Categories awarded are in different categories each year and the most prestigious is the Nick & Lorraine Gust Lifetime Achievement Award, honor of the late Nick Gust of Nick's Restaurant who was an integral part of Pacifica's history.

You can watch on Comcast Channel 26 this Sunday at 6 PM or view our online livestream here!

Every year the Half Moon Bay Coastside Chamber of Commerce and Visitors’ Bureau hold their Annual Recognition Awards Dinner in January to recognize outstanding volunteers and businesses on the Coast as well as perform a formal induction of the upcoming year’s board of directors.

You can watch on Comcast Channel 26/27 this Sunday at 7 PM or view our online livestream here!

Annual recognition awards include:

• Bert Carli Volunteer of the Year Award: Presented to an outstanding individual who has continually volunteered his/her time and energy countless times to the Chamber throughout the year.
• Bev Miller Civic Achievement Award: To be given to a government employee or elected official who has helped the Chamber achieve its goals, has helped Coastside commerce, and has helped an individual Coastside business (other than their own) in a definitive way over the past year. The recipient is also a supporter of Coastside commerce sustainability and a liaison between the Chamber and its goals and a government body.
• Business Hall of Fame Award: Recipient(s) must have been in business at least three years, be involved in other community and commerce activities outside of the Chamber which contributes to the mission of the Chamber, support Coastside non-profits thereby furthering the quality of life on the Coast, demonstrate encouragement of other small businesses, and demonstrate entrepreneurial potential necessary for long term business success and economic growth.
• Green Business Award: Recipient is a business that conforms to environmental regulations and preserves the natural resources of the Coastside, properly manages and recycles garbage and wastes, and keeps their areas litter-free, uses sustainable practices and minimizes impacts on the environment, protects the rich and unique cultural heritage of the Coastside and promotes local economic opportunities through green practice.
• Innovative Business Award: Presented to a Chamber member who has displayed innovative and creative thinking in creating their business. This business person has “thought out of the box” to enhance their business and the patron’s experience.
• Longevity Award: Recipient is a Chamber member who has experienced a long career, has been a continuous Chamber member and is a respected member of the business community.
• Mayor’s Award: Mayor’s choice of a Chamber member who deserves the recognition of the mayor over his/her term.
• New Business Award: Awarded to a business that has opened in the last two years that has displayed good business practices and taken advantage of Chamber support such as marketing, advertising, ribbon cutting and/or networking, and the exterior and interior of this business is exemplary of what complements the Coastside community.
• Recognition of Chairman Circle Members
• Recognition of Committee Chairs

The Annual Recognition Awards Dinner presentation also includes the President/CEO’s State of the Chamber Address as well as a message from the incoming board chair.

Watch on PCT LIVE on Channel 26/27 Coastside or on our Livestream!