MCTV - Methuen Community Television http://www.methuentv.org/ The Community Television Station for Methuen, Massachusetts. en-us Mon, 06 Sep 2010 11:24:58 -0400 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 11:24:58 -0400 RSS 2.0 Schedule for Monday, September 6, 2010 http://www.methuentv.org/currentschedule.php?date=2010-09-06 4:00 PMMCTV Election 20105th District Republican Candidates Forum
5:30 PMAblevisionSpecial Olympics
6:00 PMPolitically ActiveGuy Glodis
6:30 PMThe Children's CenterCelebrate! A Talent Show
7:00 PMVFW MonthlyPatriots Pen and Voice of Democracy
7:30 PMChoosing HealthStress - Part 1
8:00 PMWellness MattersSLEEP
8:30 PMFocus on FemalesTina Cahill
9:00 PMTime for Animals
9:30 PMBehind the Scene with Hector MontalvoJames McKenna - part 1
10:00 PMYour Money: Your LifeHealthcare & You
10:30 PMRoad to RecoveryVoices for Recovery Month
11:00 PMA New Voice: Tom Weaver
]]> Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.methuentv.org/currentschedule.php?date=2010-09-06 Schedule for Tuesday, September 7, 2010 http://www.methuentv.org/currentschedule.php?date=2010-09-07 9:00 AMYour Council AgendaJeanne Pappalardo
9:30 AMPolitically ActiveGuy Glodis
10:00 AMFocus on FemalesTina Cahill
11:00 AMYour Money: Your LifeHealthcare & You
11:30 AMTime for Animals
12:00 PMYour Council AgendaJeanne Pappalardo
12:30 PMAblevisionSpecial Olympics
3:00 PMYour Council AgendaJeanne Pappalardo
3:30 PMArmy Newswatch
6:00 PMAround Town with Larry SeamanRyan Breton & more
6:30 PMYour Council AgendaJeanne Pappalardo
7:00 PMSmart BoatingBay State Woodies Boat Show-part 1
7:30 PMWake Up with WendyAging Gracefully
8:00 PMJewelry JunkieFools of Chain
8:30 PMWrite Now!Ken Tingle
9:00 PMCharter Review CommissionSeptember 1, 2010
11:00 PMThe Concord Forum: 5th District Republican Candidates
]]> Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.methuentv.org/currentschedule.php?date=2010-09-07 Schedule for Wednesday, September 8, 2010 http://www.methuentv.org/currentschedule.php?date=2010-09-08 8:00 AMCosmo's JournalGuest Tom Weaver
8:30 AMVFW MonthlyPatriots Pen and Voice of Democracy
9:00 AMWhat's Up at the Senior Center
9:30 AMWrite Now!Ken Tingle
10:00 AMJewelry JunkieFools of Chain
10:30 AMAround the Valley with Bruce ArnoldFeast of Three Saints
11:00 AMAround Town with Larry SeamanRyan Breton & more
11:30 AMSmart BoatingBay State Woodies Boat Show-part 1
12:00 PMWhat's Up at the Senior Center
12:30 PMCharter Review CommissionSeptember 1, 2010
2:30 PMMatters of the HeartPay for Performance
3:00 PMWhat's Up at the Senior Center
3:30 PMWake Up with WendyAging Gracefully
6:00 PMPhysician FocusFoodborne Illness
6:30 PMMethuen Now
7:00 PMCall to ServeJoseph Lovoi, US Air Force
7:30 PMThe Mayor's CornerGuy Glodis
8:00 PMIn FocusThe Laheys: Circle of Hope, Part 2
8:30 PMFrom Farm to TableGrilling with Friends
9:30 PMBehind the Scene with Hector MontalvoJames McKenna - part 2
10:00 PMMethuen Now
10:30 PMRanger Football RewindSeason Preview
11:00 PMPerils For Pedestrians
]]> Wed, 08 Sep 2010 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.methuentv.org/currentschedule.php?date=2010-09-08 Schedule for Thursday, September 9, 2010 http://www.methuentv.org/currentschedule.php?date=2010-09-09 9:00 AMWhat's Up at the Senior Center
9:30 AMPhysician FocusFoodborne Illness
10:00 AMMethuen Now
10:30 AMThe Mayor's CornerGuy Glodis
11:00 AMFrom Farm to TableGrilling with Friends
12:00 PMWhat's Up at the Senior Center
12:30 PMThe International Church of God
1:00 PMThe Holy RosaryThe Joyful Mysteries
1:30 PMLife MattersThe Caring Foundation
3:00 PMWhat's Up at the Senior Center
3:30 PMThe Concord Forum: 5th District Republican Candidates
5:30 PMPerils For Pedestrians
6:00 PMChoosing HealthStress - Part 1
6:30 PMMethuen Now
7:00 PMCall to ServeJoseph Sawyer, US Navy
7:30 PMAround the Valley with Bruce ArnoldGary Leavitt, Illustrator
8:00 PMIn FocusThe Laheys: Circle of Hope, Part 2
8:30 PMRanger Football RewindSeason Preview
9:00 PMMCTV Election 20105th District Republican Candidates Forum
10:30 PMRoad to RecoveryVoices for Recovery Month
]]> Thu, 09 Sep 2010 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.methuentv.org/currentschedule.php?date=2010-09-09 Support the CAP Act http://www.methuentv.org/newsstory.php?NewsID=89

The CAP ACT has provisions to protect community access television stations like ours by holding cable television providers to certain standards such as providing PEG channels that are accessible and of the same quality as other channels on their systems. MCTV thanks you for your support.


The CAP Act:


  • Allows PEG access fees to be used for any PEG-related purposes;

  • Ends operators' discriminatory treatment of PEG channels;

  • Directs the FCC to study and report on the effects recent states' video franchising legislation has had on PEG access; and

  • Defines all video services delivered to the home over wire as "cable" for the purposes of the act, regardless of the transmission protocol used.


Click Here to Take Action and Support the CAP Act


]]> Wed, 21 Jul 2010 18:04:28 -0400 http://www.methuentv.org/newsstory.php?NewsID=89 SUMMER FUN FOR MCTV MEMBERS http://www.methuentv.org/newsstory.php?NewsID=88 MCTV members have been enjoying some camaraderie in June.  On June 23, MCTV went to a Lowell Spinners game and were treated to hotdogs and ice cream from great seats on the left side of home plate. Our name was announced on the scoreboard and we enjoyed a Spinners win that evening, 6-1 over Connecticut.  


Not ones for just watching, MCTV formed a social softball team and challenged other area community TV stations to play for fun. Three accepted the challenge. Unfortunately, the game against Andover-North Andover was pre-empted by weather. But on June 27, Dracut came to town with their team. Even though they beat us 18-9, we had a great time and plan to meet up with them again in another challenge.


Next up: a night at JayGee's, hopefully with a mini-golf tournament!

]]> Thu, 01 Jul 2010 11:16:38 -0400 http://www.methuentv.org/newsstory.php?NewsID=88 Methuen High School Graduation DVD http://www.methuentv.org/newsstory.php?NewsID=87 Graduates & Parents!


 

Methuen Community Television is pleased to offer DVD copies of Methuen High School’s Class of 2010 Graduation.  Copies are available for $20 for a mail order or $15 for a pickup order.

 

Simply download this form and send it in with your payment or call us (978) 689-8627.  Please be sure to give us your phone number or e-mail address so we may notify you when ready.

 

Copies ordered on Graduation Day are ready for pickup and mail orders will be sent out Monday, June 21st.

 

Congratulations to the Class of 2010 from the Staff and Board of Directors of MCTV!
]]> Mon, 14 Jun 2010 11:08:44 -0400 http://www.methuentv.org/newsstory.php?NewsID=87 MCTV RESOLUTION PASSES CITY COUNCIL http://www.methuentv.org/newsstory.php?NewsID=86 On Monday, June 7, the Methuen City Council passed Resolution TR 10-31 which urges our congresssional delegation to support the Community Access Preservation Act ("CAP" ACT) which was introduced as House bill 3745.


The CAP ACT has provisions to protect community access television stations like ours by holding cable television providers to certain standards such as providing PEG channels that are accessible and of the same quality as other channels on their systems. MCTV thanks our councilors for its unanimous support. The resolution text appears below:


 CITY OF METHUEN RESOLUTION for CAP ACT  


WHEREAS, public, educational and government (PEG) channels play a significant role in Methuen;

 

WHEREAS, PEG channels are a unique and valuable resource for local information for the residents of Methuen providing the award winning “Methuen Now” newsmagazine; for nearly seven years; and

 

WHEREAS, PEG channels televise Methuen government meetings, including City Council, Community Development Board, Zoning Board of Appeals, Charter Commission, and School Committee meetings, so that citizens are informed about the actions taken by local elected officials; and

 

WHEREAS, PEG channels contribute to the democratic process by providing opportunities for all candidates to introduce themselves and discuss local issues during election campaigns whether they have funding or not; and

 

WHEREAS, PEG channels provide programming in Methuen featuring local performing arts groups like the North Regional Theatre Workshop, Methuen Community Chorus, Methuen Schools and other artists; and

 

WHEREAS, PEG channels provide programming in Methuen featuring sporting events such as Methuen High School varsity contests, Methuen Youth Hockey and other athletic endeavors; and

 

WHEREAS, PEG channels assist local non-profit organizations, such as the ARC of Greater Lawrence and Holy Family Hospital, with educating the public via informational programming; and

 

WHEREAS, PEG channels provide an opportunity for all citizens of Methuen, regardless of race, sex, creed, economic status or religious beliefs, to produce unique local programming on the topics of their choice; and

 

WHEREAS, it is important to preserve PEG channels and funding for PEG channels, and to ensure that the channels continue to be available to the entire community to serve the residents of Methuen; and

 

WHEREAS, HR 3745, the Community Access Preservation Act, addresses critical and immediate threats to our channels;

 

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED:

 

The Methuen City Council supports immediate passage of HR 3745; and

 

The Methuen City Council calls on our Congressional delegation to take all possible actions in support of the passage of HR 3745, including but not limited to endorsing, co-sponsoring and voting for HR 3745, and to work for its rapid passage.

 

]]> Fri, 21 May 2010 09:53:01 -0400 http://www.methuentv.org/newsstory.php?NewsID=86 MCTV HIRES OPERATIONS COORDINATOR http://www.methuentv.org/newsstory.php?NewsID=85 Methuen Community Television is pleased to announce that Seth Graham has been hired as our new Operations Coordinator, beginning full time on May 10. 


A Methuen native, Seth has a Bachelors of Science degree in Broadcast Journalism with a minor in Political Communication from Emerson College in Boston. While at Emerson, Seth was heard on WERS as a host on the “All A Cappella” program and a news reporter. He has been involved behind the scenes as the Creative/New Media Director and worked on their membership drives and capital campaign.

 

For MCTV, Seth has also written, shot and edited segments for “Methuen Now” and created opening sequences for the newsmagazine.  He has also hosted several political programs for MCTV during the last few election seasons.

 

Besides bringing his talents to the television screen, Seth has worked magic on the computer screen as the creator of our current website and office database intranet system.

 

“I am very excited to become a full time part of the team. This television station has meant so much to me over the last five years and I am excited to give back to my hometown,” Seth said. “There’s so much we can do to continue to improve MCTV to better serve our members and our community.”

 

“We couldn’t be more pleased to have Seth on board,” said Karen Hayden, Executive Director. “Many of our members have worked with Seth over the years and they are excited that this is happening as well.”  
]]> Tue, 04 May 2010 16:30:06 -0400 http://www.methuentv.org/newsstory.php?NewsID=85 MCTV Recognized by Veterans History Project http://www.methuentv.org/newsstory.php?NewsID=84 Methuen Community Television has been recognized as a Community Partner by the VETERANS HISTORY PROJECT of the American Folklife Center, a division of the Library of Congress. The recognition stems from supporting the production of CALL TO SERVE for the last seven years.  Hosted by Kathleen Corey Rahme, CALL TO SERVE has conducted nearly 80 interviews with veterans from World War II until the present. Once completed, the interviews become part of the archive of nearly 68,000 stories collected by the center. All branches of the service have been represented.


Two guests of the program, Luther McIlwain, Tuskeegee Airman, and Sara Hayden, Women's Air Service Pilot, have been honored in Washington DC with Congressional Gold Medals recently. CALL TO SERVE's first year featured their stories.


The producers of CALL TO SERVE, Corinne LaCharite and Al Grant, have worked along side Kathleen Corey Rahme, director Paul Clover and many other volunteers who dedicate their efforts to telling these stories. We tip our hat to those who have answered the CALL TO SERVE.


See photos on Facebook

]]> Mon, 12 Apr 2010 10:46:45 -0400 http://www.methuentv.org/newsstory.php?NewsID=84 IN FOCUS: Is Your Family Affected by Addiction? http://www.methuentv.org/newsstory.php?NewsID=83 This month's edition of IN FOCUS featured Phil and Colleen Lahey sharing the story of how addiction affected their family. In this honest and moving half hour, Phil Lahey talks about the struggle to face the fact his daughter was addicted and Colleen's struggle to get clean. Both of them want others to know that there is help and hope.


Family members whose loved ones are addicted can contact the CIRCLE OF HOPE at 978-557-9235.


Addicts who want to find their way to recovery or who need someone to talk to during recovery can call 617-816-2619.


 

]]> Tue, 16 Mar 2010 14:25:41 -0400 http://www.methuentv.org/newsstory.php?NewsID=83 COME TO SPRING TRAINING! http://www.methuentv.org/newsstory.php?NewsID=81 YOU CAN GET TO SPRING TRAINING! (OK, so it's not in Florida - It's right here in Methuen!)


Join the MCTV team! If you are a Methuen resident, age 16 or older, you can come to our version of spring training. Here are some options:


IN THE FIELD: Methuen Community Television is offering 2 three week television FIELD

production workshops. In these workshops, participants are taught how to successfully record an event or other types of footage using a field production camera, tripod and microphone.


Tuesday evenings: February 16, 23 & March 2 from 7-9 pm.


OR


Wednesday afternoons:  April 21, 28 & May 5 from 3-5 pm


IN THE HOUSE: Methuen Community Television is offering 2 FOUR week television STUDIO

production workshops. Learn how to use the cameras, graphics computer, audio board and video switcher.




Thursday afternoons: March 11, 18, 25 & April 1 from 3-5 pm 


OR


Monday evenings: March 22, 29, April 5 & 12 from 7-9 pm


FOR THE STAR: Methuen Community Television is offering 2 three week television workshops in hosting and producing your own TV show in the studio. Learn about interviewing and designing an effective program.


Wednesday evenings: March 10, 17 & 24 from 7-9 pm.


OR


Tuesday afternoons: April 6, 13 & 20 from 3-5 pm.


Register by calling 978-689-8627 or contacting us here on the website. Space is limited. COME to SPRING TRAINING in Methuen. It's FREE.


 

]]> Mon, 01 Feb 2010 11:21:06 -0500 http://www.methuentv.org/newsstory.php?NewsID=81 MCTV Celebrates Volunteer Excellence http://www.methuentv.org/newsstory.php?NewsID=80 In 2009, MCTV volunteers produced hours of local programming for their fellow citizens in Methuen. Recently, MCTV gave out its ANNUAL AWARDS to the following people:


The Founder Award: Jennie & Joe Pelletier


The President's Award: Jim Hayden


Volunteer of the Year: Carol Ann Rousseau


Most Dedicated Crew member: Leo Roy


Special Recognition for Community Impact: "From Farm to Table"


Unsung Heroes: Fran Gradzewicz & Jim Dawe


Congratulations to them all!

]]> Tue, 19 Jan 2010 15:49:49 -0500 http://www.methuentv.org/newsstory.php?NewsID=80 Go Behind-The-Scenes at MCTV with Facebook! http://www.methuentv.org/newsstory.php?NewsID=79 Join our growing community of fans on the MCTV Facebook Page!


Methuen Community Television is proud to have our own home on Facebook.  Log on, become a fan, and go behind-the-scenes at MCTV.  You'll find photos, videos, and exclusive announcements about programs and what's new around the station!


Now online: new photos from MCTV's visit with Sports Anchor Dan Roche of WBZ!

]]> Thu, 22 Oct 2009 21:09:47 -0400 http://www.methuentv.org/newsstory.php?NewsID=79