Half Moon Bay kicked off their #waveofstrength campaign to show support, strength, and unity during these uncertain times. Watch the video above for more information.
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Eddie shares a little bit about his experience during California's shelter-i-n place order.
Pacifica City Council Member, Mary Bier, came by PCT to provide an update on COVID-19 in Pacifica! Watch the video below to hear her words of comfort during these difficult times.
This past week Half Moon Bay's City Manager Bob Nisbet had an important message for our viewers regarding COVID-19, watch the video above to see what he had to say. This video also has Spanish translation for our Spanish speaking viewers.
Following Governor Newsom’s closure of parking lots at State of California beaches and parks, many San Mateo county beaches have closed their parking lots. Social / physical distancing is necessary to reduce the spread of COVID-19. Recently coastal beaches saw an influx of visitors creating an environment not conducive to virus mitigation. Everyone should stay close to home and avoid any crowded areas. Watch the video above to learn what beaches in San Mateo County have closed their parking lots.
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.
Lovin’ Harmony is a San Francisco Bay Area-based musical trio specializing
in tight-harmony vocal interpretation of jazz and pop standards from the swing era thru the 1960's.
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/
Events this weekend!
It's a busy weekend for PCT! We'll be covering both EcoFest (April 27) and Dream Machines (April 28). Don't miss these awesome events, and swing by our booth while you're at it!
