Volunteer News Blog

June 18, 2013 | Mandi Wyndham

Day 2 – Rain Drops & Bloggies

Rain drops did not deter our Backpack Journalists today! We had an action packed, full filled day today at MCM’s Summer Backpack Journalism Academy session 1! After reviewing yesterday’s class, our journalists learned how to use the Sony Bloggie camera and tackled the scavenger hunt in the drizzle.  The afternoon included interview techniques and everyone […]

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June 18, 2013 | Larry Merewitz

Image of boy with camera in Digital Video Camp at Montgomery Community Media

Summer Fun

Winter has  come and gone , Spring has come and almost gone , well thats except for the people with allergies then it seems like spring is here to stay. Why sit around  all summer in air conditioned houses and play on computers, tablets, phones etc when you can do the same thing outside  and use […]

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June 17, 2013 | Mandi Wyndham

First Day Of Backpack Journalism (Photos)

The first day (June 17) of Summer Backpack Journalism was full of energy!  I am excited to report that this class is animated and full of great ideas. Today, we talked about what backpack journalism is all about and then the students pitched story ideas. These teens really know how to present a story.  I […]

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June 16, 2013 | Staff Writer

California Pizza Kitchen FUNdraiser (Video)

California Pizza Kitchen sponsors FUNdraiser for Montgomery Community Media Participate with us at the following California Pizza Kitchens anytime June 17 through 20 (all day), for a flavorful FUNdraising event: Washingtonian Center Gaithersburg (301.330.0691) Montgomery Mall Bethesda (301.469.5090) Download the flyer! Just download, print, and bring in this flyer, present it to your server, and […]

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June 12, 2013 | Mandi Wyndham

Backpack Journalism Begins Monday!

Are you a 7th – 12th grader looking for something to do this summer? Or, are you looking for something for your 7th – 12th grader to do this summer? Then look no further because MCM’s Summer Backpack Journalism Academy is the place to be!  The first session starts on June 17 and there are two more […]

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June 7, 2013 | Mandi Wyndham

Backpack Journalism Begins Soon! (Photos)

I know I say this a lot, but really, where has the time gone?!  In just over a week, the first session of MCM’s Backpack Journalism Academy begins and there will be brand new backpack journalists hitting the streets.  It seems like yesterday that we were just beginning the new Spring Break Backpack Journalism class. […]

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May 25, 2013 | Staff Writer

California Pizza Kitchen FUNdraiser (Video)

California Pizza Kitchen sponsors FUNdraiser for Montgomery Community Media Participate with us at the following California Pizza Kitchens anytime May 27 through 30 (all day), for a flavorful FUNdraising event: Washingtonian Center Gaithersburg (301.330.0691) Montgomery Mall Bethesda (301.469.5090) Download the flyer! Just download, print, and bring in this flyer, present it to your server, and […]

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May 14, 2013 | Mandi Wyndham

Studio VTR

More HD VTR & CG Workshops

Because of the overwhelming response for the July 15th HD VTR workshop, we are now adding another one on June 19th.  We are also adding The HD CG workshop on June 12th. Both begin at 7 pm and are FREE 2-hour workshops for all Certified Studio Technicians. Please note that priority is given to technicians […]

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May 13, 2013 | Mandi Wyndham

Studio VTR

HD VTR Upgrade Workshop Announced

You may have heard that both of studios will be HD by the fall. We need to get you updated on the new equipment. We have planned the first HD VTR class for Monday, July 15th at 7pm.  This is a FREE 2 hour workshop for all Certified Studio Technicians. Space is limited, so make […]

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May 3, 2013 | Larry Merewitz

Studio VTR

Studio A HD Transition

Hello all Studio Certified members of  MCM.  You remember last year Studio B  underwent the transition to HD,  and many of you have gone through the training for the recording process and the new CG. Fall 2013 Studio A is planned to make the leap into HD. What that means to all producers and techs […]

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