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Skaters, schools and cheap fun on CityStream with Nicole Sanchez

channelweb — Thu, 20 Oct 2011 23:01:30 +0000

Meet up with host Nicole Sanchez at the new Delridge Skate Park in West Seattle. We’ll learn how City leaders are teaming up with Seattle Public Schools and others to form a community-wide campaign to keep kids in class. Then, we’ll check out how skateboarding empowers young women. Skate Like a Girl is a growing non-profit organization that gets girls onto skateboards to teach them leadership skills and confidence—as well as how to pull an awesome Ollie. Finally, penny-pinchers rejoice! Check out our latest guide to saving big on fun activities with local “cheapskate” author David Volk.

Premieres tonight at 7 p.m.

Watch it online anytime at: seattlechannel.org/CityStream

CityStream’s Season Premiere

george — Wed, 14 Sep 2011 20:24:41 +0000

The Emmy award winning CityStream premieres with a look at your City and your stories! Take a tour through the relaxing and tranquil Fremont business, Fleur De Lis Garden Ornaments to see how it’s thriving in rough economy. Plus, we’ll take a look at what some City kids did on their summer break – how many of them ventured into the great outdoors for the first time thanks to the O2 Program with Parks and Recreation. Also, tune up your old instruments. There’s a community orchestra looking for new musicians as well as mentors. Join host Penny LeGate for these stories and more on the season premiere of CityStream, this Thursday, September 15 at 7 p.m. on the SEATTLE CHANNEL, Cable 21 or watch it online anytime at www.seattlechannel.org/CityStream.

SEATTLE CHANNEL Wins Four Northwest Emmys

george — Wed, 15 Jun 2011 20:09:16 +0000

SEATTLE CHANNEL was honored to receive four Emmy awards from the Northwest Chapter of National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) on Saturday, June 11.

“SEATTLE CHANNEL’s entire staff shares in these awards. They are dedicated professionals who work very hard to preserve the quality of our programming. The breadth of these awards—from writing to interactivity—shows how the Channel staff excels at skills as new as the 21^st century and as ancient as language itself,” said Gary Gibson, the director of the Office of Electronic Communications.

SEATTLE CHANNEL’s winners are:

Informational/Instructional – Program/Special

City Stream: Harry Potter Exhibit

Megan Erb, Senior Producer; Shannon Gee, Producer/Editor; Jason Fierst, Photographer; Lowell Deo, Host

Watch it now: http://www.seattlechannel.org/videos/video.asp?ID=3071033

Public/Current/Community Affairs – Program/Special

Community Stories: Hat n’ Boots

Ralph Bevins, Producer/Photographer/Editor; Bo Hopkins, Narrator

Watch it now: http://www.seattlechannel.org/videos/video.asp?ID=3170920

Writer – Program

Community Stories: Hat n’ Boots

Ralph Bevins

Watch it now: http://www.seattlechannel.org/videos/video.asp?ID=3170920

Interactivity

Seattle Speaks: Income Tax in Washington State?

C. R. Douglas, Host/Producer; Megan Erb, Producer; Roxeanne Vainuku, Online Correspondent; Susan Han, Producer

Watch it now: http://www.seattlechannel.org/videos/video.asp?ID=3381002

SEATTLE CHANNEL is the award winning local TV station that puts video to work to build and strengthen community. SEATTLE CHANNEL presents programs on cable television (channel 21 on Comcast and Broadstripe) and via the Internet to help citizens connect with their city. Programming includes series and special features highlighting the diverse civic and cultural landscape of the Pacific Northwest’s premier city. SEATTLE CHANNEL’s web site offers streaming video worldwide, and includes an archive featuring video on demand of all programs. The station is a Government Access Channel granted to the City of Seattle per federal law for the purpose of cablecasting government television programs. It is administered by the Seattle Channel unit of the City of Seattle’s Department of Information Technology.

Solar-powered carousel on CityStream

george — Thu, 05 May 2011 22:31:09 +0000

When folks visit the Woodland Park Zoo, they check out the animals and take a spin on the historic carousel. But this popular attraction was recently given a high tech eco-friendly make over. Solar panels now power the fun. It’s part of Seattle City Light’s solar panel demonstration project. And even in the gray Emerald City, Mother Nature still works her wonders to keep the fun going.

Learn more about City Light’s project and partnership with the Woodland Park Zoo.

Watch it now: http://www.seattlechannel.org/videos/video.asp?ID=3071118

Then tune in Thursday, May 5, 7 p.m., for an all new CityStream. Artistic expressions may come easily for many creative types, but for others, it’s more a challenge. Meet one Seattle artist who uses art as a form of therapy. Plus, meet the racers who run for fun and to help maintain Seattle parks. Join host Nicole Sanchez from Artist and Craftsman Supply in the University District for these stories and more, Thursday, May 5 at 7:00 p.m. on SEATTLE CHANNEL, Cable 21 or right here on http://www.seattlechannel.org/.

Stewardship Stories on CityStream

george — Wed, 13 Apr 2011 21:28:43 +0000

Teens can be very passionate about causes they believe in. Now there’s a unique partnership to channel that energy in a very visual way. The pilot program involves Seattle Parks & Recreation and local environmental center Islandwood. The other partner, a very energetic group of kids ready to share their messages with the world. Find out how Stewardship Stories are giving teens a voice, while sharing causes they love.

Watch it now: http://www.seattlechannel.org/videos/video.asp?ID=3071115

Also this week on an all new CityStream, Seattleites are lending a hand, money and food to help out family, friends and even strangers thousands of miles away in Japan. How you can involved in relief efforts. Plus, penny pinchers rejoice – there’s a new book out just for you. We’ll show you how to save money and have fun. Join host Penny LeGate from the Japanese Garden in the Washington Arboretum for these stories and more, Thursday, April 14 at 7:00 p.m. on the SEATTLE CHANNEL, Cable 21 or watch it online right here at http://www.seattlechannel.org/.

Soccer and Spring Gardens on City Stream

george — Thu, 07 Apr 2011 18:35:44 +0000

On this episode of CityStream, it’s a growing problem that has City leaders concerned: teenage prostitution. Find out what’s being done to get these young girls off the streets — and what you can do to help. Then, people of all ages love to play soccer. But for one local team, it is a lot more than just a fun and active sport. And, just in time for spring, how P-Patches are cropping up around town. Join host Roxeanne Vainuku for these stories and more on an all new CityStream.

Watch it right now http://www.seattlechannel.org/CityStream/.

How Do You Get to South Park?

george — Wed, 16 Mar 2011 22:06:54 +0000

Last summer, when the South Park Bridge was closed and dismantled to due to old age, residents and business owners in the neighborhood feared the worst for their beloved community. Now, several months later, see how their resilient spirit is keeping businesses open and community spirit alive and well.

On this special CityStream, we celebrate South Park! Learn about the many different businesses in the area; from wineries to restaurants to industry. With the bridge out, many people ask: “How do you get to South Park?” It’s easy to access, but see how some residents are getting creative when it comes to their commutes.

Watch now: http://www.seattlechannel.org/videos/video.asp?ID=3071111

Also this week on the special South Park CityStream, learn how one man isn’t waiting for the government to step in and clean up the Duwamish River. And, there’s always room for more volunteers when it comes to protecting the polluted waterway; find out how you can help. Plus learn about the new River City Skate Park and what the South Park Community Center has to offer everyone – not just South Park residents. Find out about more fun events from the South Park neighborhood with host Penny LeGate in this special South Park CityStream. Tune in, Thursday March 17 at 7:00 p.m. on the SEATTLE CHANNEL, Cable 21 or watch it online right here at http://www.seattlechannel.org/.

Seattle King Cobras Goalball Team on Community Stories

george — Sat, 29 Jan 2011 00:07:54 +0000

On Monday, January 31, 7:00 p.m., Community Stories profiles the Seattle King Cobras Goalball team. Described as “soccer for the blind”, goalball was created by World War II veterans who wanted to continue to play sports after becoming visually impaired. Teams of three stand on either side of a court marked with rope so players can feel the boundary lines. Players serve a ball with bells inside of it to the opposite side of the court in effort to get it past defenders and score a goal. Today, a dedicated group of new players and advocates have started Seattle’s first goalball team in over 30 years.

Patt Copeland is the program manager for Vision Loss Connections, a non-profit group that serves as an organizer for and link between the blind /visually impaired community and various recreational activities. She met lifelong athlete Telea Noriega, who as a youth played football and competed as a goalball player on a national level, and they both expressed an interest in starting a team in Seattle. Copeland and Noriega found a number of people who had played goalball in the past and then began to recruit new players, who have found a passion for their new sport and teammates. “The feeling of fully participating in something is a confidence builder,” says Nancy Lopez Swaney. Twelve-year-old Su Park, the youngest member of the Seattle King Cobras, had never played a sport before. “I personally felt a little left out in the sighted society. But that sense of being left out is totally gone when it comes to this team,” she says.

Meet the Seattle King Cobras Goalball Team and learn about the sport of goalball on Community Stories on Monday, January 31 at 7:00 p.m., SEATTLE CHANNEL, Cable 21 and online at http://www.seattlechannel.org/CommunityStories/.

CityStream: Body and Mind

george — Fri, 19 Nov 2010 18:57:56 +0000

On this edition of CityStream, we start with how the sport of soccer gives homeless youth a sense of belonging. Street Soccer Seattle began when Taso Lagos, professor at the University of Washington, saw the Greek team practicing for the 2009 Homeless World Cup. Impressed by the program, he returned to Seattle determined to start a program in the area.

Then, we head to the hills with a map, compass and the spirit of adventure with the Cascade Orienteering Group. Orienteering is the sport of navigation. Using a map that the Group provides and your powers of observation, you’ll navigate through a course of pre-set checkpoints. Your goal is to find the checkpoints in order, but it’s up to you to determine the best way to get there.

Plus, take a trip back into your family’s history with the genealogy lab at the Northwest African America Museum. The Museum’s PACCAR Multimedia Learning Center provides a comfortable space for genealogy research. In partnership with the Black Genealogy Research Group of Washington, the Museum gives everyone an opportunity to conduct extensive research on their own family histories with the help of knowledgeable volunteers and access to various research databases.

Join host Roxeanne Vainuku for this informative and fun CityStream, Thursday, November 18, 7:00 p.m. on SEATTLE CHANNEL, Cable 21 or right now at www.seattlechannel.org/CityStream.

Watch It Now: Harry Potter Comes to Seattle!

george — Wed, 03 Nov 2010 20:50:16 +0000

In its West Coast premier, Harry Potter the Exhibition comes to the Pacific Science Center. Now, we mere muggles have the opportunity to see how the wizards and witches of author J.K. Rowling’s beloved Harry Potter series really live. The exhibit features props and costumes from the movie, plus it gives visitors the chance to wander through the Forbidden Forrest, kick back in Hagrid’s Hut and tour the feasts of the Great Hall.

Watch Harry Potter, the Exhibition unfolds through the eyes of some of Harry’s youngest fans – Lafayette Elementary students:

http://www.seattlechannel.org/videos/video.asp?ID=3071033

This week’s CityStream is special for the young and young at heart! See how budding artists are learning new crafts thanks to the help of Gage Art Academy volunteers. Then why is the toddler crowd – and their parents – going crazy over the wild tunes of Recess Monkey? Plus, if you’ve ever dreamed of joining the circus, there’s a place in Seattle that lets you live out your high flying fantasies! Join host Lowell Deo from Hogwarts –er, the Pacific Science Center, for this fun-filled CityStream, Thursday, November 4, 7 p.m. on SEATTLE CHANNEL, Cable 21 or watch it right here on www.seattlechannel.org.