Autumn Season of Community Supported Art Program

Springboard for the Arts and mnartists.org

Announce open sales on the Autumn Season of the popular

Community Supported Art (CSA) program!

September 30, 2010 (Saint Paul, MN)…..Springboard for the Arts and mnartists.org are pleased to announce the featured artists for the second season of Community Supported Art (CSA) and will begin selling member shares to this innovative program on Monday, October 4, 2010. We are pleased to announce we have doubled the number of shares available to 100 and doubled the number of artists/collaborations to 18!

What is Community Supported Art? Over the last 20 years, Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) has become a popular way for consumers to buy seasonal food directly from local farms. With the same buy-local spirit in mind, mnartists.org and Springboard for the Arts are joining forces for a similar endeavor to support local art, artists and collectors.

The fall CSA artists were selected by representatives from Springboard and mnartists.org, as well as two artists with family ties to farming. Karl Unnasch, a featured visual artist from the summer CSA program, works from a studio on his parent’s farm near Chatfield, MN. Dessa Darling, spoken word poet and hip-hop artist, has recently been working on writings inspired by her mother’s foray into farming in western Wisconsin.

CSA reviewed over 100 projects and selected 18 Featured CSA Artists/Collaborations:

Richard Barlow, visual artist
www.rbarlow.net

Gene Pittman, photographer & Rebecca Yaker, designer/fiber artist
www.genepittman.com / www.mnartists.org/artistHome.do?rid=123770

Jim Proctor, sculptor
www.mnartists.org/artistHome.do?rid=7438

Kimberly Richardson & Sara Richardson, performing artists
www.mnartists.org/artistHome.do?rid=97914

Aaron Dysart, sculptor

www.aarondysart.com

Edie Overturf, visual artist
www.labkids.com/overturf

Michon Weeks, visual artist
www.mnartists.org/artistHome.do?rid=11615

Ellie Kingsbury, photographer
www.elliekingsbury.com

Tom Wik, photographer
www.tinylenses.com

Alex Kuno, visual artist/illustrator

alexkuno.blogspot.com

Kao Lee Thao, visual artist
www.innerswirl.com

John Jodzio, writer & Laura Andrews, visual artist
www.johnjodzio.net / www.laurandrews.com

Craig Campbell, glass artist
http://www.campbellartglass.com/

Michele Heidel, fiber artist
www.fennelstudio.com

Jeffrey Morrison, installation artist
www.mnartists.org/artistHome.do?rid=5160

Greg Brosofske, performing artist
www.gregbrosofske.com

Kimberlee Roth, ceramicist

www.mnartists.org/kimberlee_roth

Maren Kloppmann, ceramicist
www.marenkloppmann.com

The selected artists will receive a commission to assist in the production of new work to be distributed through the CSA program. Interested consumers/collectors can purchase a share from Springboard for the Arts and in return receive 2 “farm boxes” of locally produced artwork at two fall pick up events. Each share will included at total of 9 original works for the season (4 at the first event and 5 at the second). Each share will contain a carefully curated mix of mediums, disciplines, value and concepts…as well as a few surprises, just like a garden farm box. One of the intents of the program is finding familiar names and forms mixed with new and unexpected pieces in each share. Featured works could include anything from a pressing of a vinyl 7” record, a small run of screen-prints, or functional porcelain dishware, to limited-edition photographs, tickets to shareholder-only performances, or letterpress editions of a poem or short story. Each member share will also include “bumper crop” of additional artwork and arts opportunities. The pick-up events will be at local art and food sites, and will give shareholders the opportunity to meet the artists individually, as well as enjoy food and music from local luminaries.

Member shares cost $300 for the three-month season and can be purchased on our website, springboardforthearts.org, or by contacting Andy Sturdevant at 651-292-4381 or info@springboardforthearts.org. Sales of member shares begin on Monday, September 27, 2010 and will sell out fast.

The goals of the CSA program are to support artists and to create an engaged community of local arts supporters. CSA supports artists: in the creation of new work, to establish relationships with local collectors and patrons, and to participate in the launch of an exciting new model of art support and distribution. CSA Share member benefits include multiple works of art from local emerging and mid-career artists at a fantastic value! Additionally, CSA Share members have the opportunity to develop relationships with the local artists and art community, discover new artists, explore a variety of disciplines and support artists’ careers and a vibrant community. Our CSA model is being replicated in communities all over the country. Our last season was featured on Minnesota Public Radio and PBS’s NewsHour, and both Minnesota Monthly and METRO magazines selected the program as a year-end “Best Of”.

Springboard for the Arts is an economic development organization for artists. Springboard for the Arts' mission is to cultivate a vibrant community by connecting artists with the skills, information and services they need to make a living and life. For more than 20 years, Springboard for the Arts has been providing affordable professional development services to artists and their organizations. Springboard's programs include one on one consulting, workshops, the Artist Loan Fund, Emergency Relief Fund, Artists' Access to Healthcare and online Job Book and Resource Guide. For more information on our services see our website at www.springboardforthearts.org .

The mission of mnartists.org is to improve the lives of Minnesota artists and provide access to and engagement with Minnesota’s arts culture. mnartists.org is an online database of Minnesota artists and organizations from all disciplines. It offers to Minnesota-based artists a central gathering place on the Web, and will grow to become a marketplace and community hub. It offers the public a new way to explore art and get to know artists. In addition to providing artists and organizations with a web page containing images and information, mnartists.org provides news and features about the local arts scene from a variety of sources. mnartists.org was developed as the result of a survey of Minnesota artists conducted by The McKnight Foundation. The survey revealed the survival struggles of individual artists. The McKnight Foundation partnered with the Walker Art Center's New Media Initiatives group to develop mnartists.org.

Como Town Feature

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SPNN Intern Carnecia Finley went to visit St. Paul's Como Park and specifically to Como Town to find out more about it, the people, and activities.

MOTM- Nancy Boys

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Find out more about the men behind the SPNN program "The Nancy Boys"

ATA September 2010

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On this edition to of All Things Access we talked with the Minneapolis Workforce Center, find out what to do when you loose power to your camera, visit with the men behind "The Nancy Boys", and visit Como Town.

Interview Mpls Workforce Center

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ATA host Magnolia Mua visited with Ellie and Barb from the Minneapolis Workforce Center.

tech tip - power failure

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Ed Sanders walks us through what to do when you loose power to your camcorder.

All Things Access August 2010

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On this edition of All Things Access we Baite Dugbe talked witth CTEP program director Joel Krogstad and CTEP member Ravi Reddi, we meet MOTM Sheila St. James, learn more about iMovie 09 and get insights to Baite's trip to Thailand.

ATA August-CTEP Interview

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ATA host, Baite Dugbe, interviews Ravi Reddi and Joel Krogstad of the Community Technology Empowerment Project (CTEP). They discuss what CTEP is and how it is helpful to the public. ;

ATA August-Baite

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All Things Access host, Baite Dugbe, discusses his recent trip to Thailand and how it has affected his life. ;

Tech Tip-iMovie 09

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Ed Sanders walks us through the basic steps of opening an iMovie project and importing media.

CTEP Community Action Projects

Fri Aug 6, 2010
Presentations begin at 9 AM and will conclude at 11:30 AM
Amherst A. Wilder Auditorium
Wilder Foundation
451 Lexington Parkway N (click on link for map)
St. Paul, MN 55104

30 CTEP AmeriCorps members serve across Saint Paul and Minneapolis teaching about technology literacy for social, civic and economic empowerment with low-income families, New Americans, and residents with disabilities. Every year, groups of CTEP AmeriCorps members choose civic engagement projects where they seek to make a unique contribution to bridging the local digital divide.

Come join us as our members share about their accomplishments and struggles in creating community change.

This Year’s Projects Include:

Twin Cities Youth Media Network (TCYMN)
Helped convene a city-wide Youth Media Summit, and strengthen collaborative so that member organizations can better share resources

E-Democracy in Cedar Riverside Neighborhood
Provided outreach efforts for the Cedar-Riverside Community E-Democracy Forum to help bridge the Digital Divide through online civic engagement and community building amongst neighbors of a very diverse neighborhood.

Frogtown Circulator
Members surveyed Frogtown residents and contributed to community meetings for the creation of a free bus-service in Frogtown that could help youth participate in technology literacy programming in the neighborhood.

Expanding Technology Resources for Ex-Offenders
Created online resources for public computer center staff in assisting ex-offenders with finding employment.

Educating Public about Electronic Waste
Attended multiple community events to educate the public on the dangers of electronic waste, and implemented e-waste curriculum to be used a public computer centers across the Twin Cities

Local Digital Divide Documentary
Members interviewed a number of local public computer center staff, clients, and advocates to create a media product on the importance of digital inclusion

Each project will present for 15 minutes and then have a 5 minute Q&A with members of the public.

Bagels and coffee provided

Free Parking in the Ramp, go to Information Desk to be directed to the Auditorium

Please RSVP to Libby Caulum at libby@technologypower.rog or 651 556 1389.
RSVP is not required to attend but gives us a better idea of amount of food to order.

MOTM Sheila St. James

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Take a look inside the woman who produces Shape Up with Sheila. ;She talks nutrition, exercise and health.

Community Technology Empowerment Program

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All Things Access host Baite Dugbe talked with Joel Krogstad, program director of CTEP and Ravi Ready,CTEP member, about CTEP's mission and focus and what it's like to be a member.

SPNN technical problems over the weekend.

St. Paul Neighborhood Network experienced technical issues over the weekend. There was a major computer failure Sunday evening in the automation system that runs our channels which took many program off the air. Regular programming on all SPNN channels resumed at about 7PM Sunday evening.

We also have been experiencing technical difficulties with the reception of the Classic Arts programming. We are working with Comcast to solve this problem.

We apologize for any inconvenience you may have experienced. We understand how important SPNN programing is for the community.

So You Want to Make A Doc?

SO YOU WANT TO MAKE A DOC?-

Saturday, August 7th 11:00am-1:00pm-

Have you been interested in making a documentary or even a short documentary but don't know where to begin? How much will this cost to produce? Can you do it by yourself or do you need a team? And do you really have time to take this on? Get all these questions answered and more. SPNN invites you to get some practical advice on what you need to consider in order to ensure your project's success. Guest Instructor Joanna Kohler has been directing social documentaries since 1998. Joanna is a Minneapolis native with a passion for bringing community stories to new and wider audiences. This is a great workshop for beginning filmmakers.

*Cost is $20 for members, $30 for non-members and $10 for limited income members.

Funding your Work Workshop

Funding your Work Workshop- Satuday, July 24 at 10AM

SPNN is excited to announce that Springboard for the Arts will be presenting a great workshop called Funding Your Work right here in our studio. Springboard for the Arts' mission is to cultivate a vibrant arts community by connecting artists with the skills, contacts, information and services they need to make a living and a life. This workshop will provide you with over 2 hours of ideas on how to fund your work and the value of multiple income streams. Instructor Noah Keesecker will cover research and application preparation techniques for grants, fellowships, scholarships, and residency programs available to individual artists. Plus he will talk about finding and maintaining partners in the community as a strategy for expanding your audience and appealing to potential funders. You will not want to miss this workshop, the last time it was offered here was over 3 years ago, so sign up quickly. To register or to find out more, call us at (651)298-8908, email us at access@spnn.org or visit our website at www.spnn.org

*Cost is $20 for members, $30 for non-members and $10 for limited income members.

inscriber part 2

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Ed Sanders and Mike Peden walk us through more advanced techniques on the inscriber.

Twin Cities Daily Planet

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Magnolia Mua interviewed Mary Turk of the Twin Cities Daily Planet. ;Find out more about this non profit online news organization.

MOTM: Oleskiy Chernyshov

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Alex has been a member for several years and is working on a religious program through his church. ;The program is Basic Instructions Before Leaving Earth.

SPNN members auditioning for OWN

Oprah is looking for the next talk show for her network and two of our members are auditioning. One already has their video up and the other will be going up shortly. You can view and vote as many times as you wish. The votes count toward who makes it into the finals; even though the producers have the final say, the votes definitely count.

Donna Chicone of The Dog Show and Ron Shumpert of Ron Shumpert presents have both made audition tapes and are looking to be the next big thing. Currently Donna has her audition tape online and you can vote by clicking on the link. Voting continues until July 3. Once Ron has his audition live I will post the link.

The Dog Show
http://myown.oprah.com/audition/index.html?request=video_details&response_id=6035&promo_id=1

Ron Shumpert's show

http://myown.oprah.com/audition/index.html?request=video_details&response_id=10505&promo_id=1

Inscriber Tech Tip

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Training coordinator Ed Sanders teamed up with SPNN member Mike Peden to bring you this tech tip on the Inscriber, the character generator for SPNN's studios and production van.

ATA June 2010 ep. 906

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On this episode of All Things Access Host Georgia Ulmer talks with District 7 Planning council community organizer Sam Buffington, Mike Peden walks us through how to use the inscriber, we find out more about Terry Kayser and Maria Tototzintle tells us about an upcoming workshop.

Workshop preview- religious

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SPNN will be offering a workshop for churches and other religious institutions looking to put together a program for TV. ;Access Manager, Bonnie Schumacher will walk you through the steps needed to make a successful television program.

Tech Tip Inscriber

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Mike Peden walks us through a more advance step in using the inscriber. ;This is part one of a two part series.

St. Paul District 7 planning council interview

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All Things Access host Georgia Ulmer talked with District 7 Planning council community outreach organizer Sam Buffington about everything from mission to light rail.

June 2010 Member of the Month- Terry Kayser

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Terry Kayser has worn many hats at SPNN, former board member, producer, and volunteer. ;Find out more about Terry Kayser.

Minnesota Eight

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Intern Ben Plocher interviewed three members of the MN 8.  Learn more about them and their reasons to participate in the event.

Casa De Esperanza interview new audio

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ATA host Georgia Ulmer talked with Anna Alba of Casa de Esperanza about their resource center.

Member of the Month: Roberto Aros

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roberto aros has been a member at SPNN for only a short time, but he has an important message.

Navigating SPNN's website

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Sherine Crooms helps us navigate SPNN's website.

Casa De Esperanza interview

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Georgia Ulmer interviewed Anna Alba from Casa de Esperanza about the information resource library at Casa de Esperanza.

Producing a Religious Program

Have you thought about taping your church services? Do you have a spiritual message that you'd like to share on television? If you have been thinking about producing a religious tv show and not sure how to go about doing it, then consider taking this workshop. Bonnie Schumacher will cover the basics from what you need to know in terms of SPNN membership rules, tips for building your production team, what style of programming works best for you and she'll offer suggestions for distributing your show to other access centers or posting shows over the internet. The tips offered may also be helpful for folks already producing a series but want new ideas of how to strengthen or enhance what they are already doing. This class has a suggested donation of $10 per person. This class will be held Saturday, June 19 at 10AM.

La Clase de Orientación y Cámaras

Está usted interesado en la creación de un video o programa de televisión? En SPNN podemos darle el espacio y las herramientas que necesita para filmar, editar y transmitir su próximo proyecto. SPNN se presenta su Clase de Orientación y Cámaras el sabado, 22 de mayo desde las 2-5 p.m. La primera parte de la clase le dará información acerca de SPNN, las reglas de afiliación, e incluirá un recorrido por las instalaciones. La segunda parte de la clase le dará información del funcionamiento básico de la cámara para que usted puede tener confianze en la grabación de su próximo evento. Muchos de nuestros afiliados han creado documentarios, grabado eventos comunitarios, o han grabado los servicios de Domingo para compartir con la comunidad. Así que si le interesa tomar esta clase, llámenos al teléfono 651.361.8154 o por email a: access@spnn.org. El costo de la clase es $40. e incluye un año de membresía a SPNN.

Member of the Month

Tech Tips

ATA tech tips

Minneapolis Film Race 2010

he Minneapolis Film Race 2010 is set to kick off at 10PM on Friday, March 26th! Local filmmakers will be challenged to create an original short film in 24 hours based on a theme and surprise element assignment. All of the completed films will premiere for the public at the Oak Street Cinema and the top films will be competing for thousands in cash & prizes against filmmakers across North America!

Find out more at http://www.filmracing.com/Cities/Minneapolis.htm

All Things Access January 2010

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On this episode of ATA, we talk with Jenny Ticcioni from REDA on the westside of St Paul, meet MOTM Ron Kenebrew, learn more about Public Art St. Paul, and find out how to make stereo audio mono for playback on SPNN's system.

MOTM Ron Kenebrew

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Meet SPNN's member of the month for January 2010, Ron Kenebrew. He has worked on many different programs including his own, a benefit jazz concert. Find out more about this SPNN member.

Riverview Econmic Development Association

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Learn more about this non profit organization that works to revitalize the westside community in St. Paul.

Public Art St. Paul

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Learn more about this non profit organization that works with the city to help put artwork in the communtiy.

Making stereo sound mono

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SPNN's playback system only transmits in mono. This tech tip walks you through the process of maiking your stereo sound mono.

Introduction to Photoshop Workshop

Introduction to Photoshop January 9th @ 1PM.

Have you ever wanted to create flyers, postcards, or even a DVD cover advertising your latest masterpiece? For the first time in a long time SPNN is offering Intro to Photoshop, a workshop that will give you the beginning skills you need to create your own print graphics. This class will be taught by SPNN staffer Sor Thao who has created several of SPNN’s marketing materials and has several years of experience using this graphics editing program.

$20 for current members, $30 for non-members, $10 for students, seniors, and limited income members. Please pre-register for this class, space is limited.

ATA Tech Tip: Teleprompter

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Learn how to use SPNN's teleprompter in this tech tip.

Teatro del Pueblo

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Learn more about this St. Paul based non-profit.

Twin Cities Magic and Costume Shop

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Twin Cities Magic and Costume shop is located in Lowertown St. Paul. Find out more about the owners and what they have to offer including a 150 seat theater.

Thompson Hood MOTM

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Meet Ocotber's member of the month Thompson Hood. He produces a program called Progressive Baptist which airs on Channel 14 and also volunteers in the adminstrative offices of SPNN.

All Things Access 501 October 2009

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On this episode of All Things Access, we visit with the artistic director of Teatro del Pueblo, learn how to use the teleprompter, find out more about Twin Cities Magic and Costume and meet this month's member of the month Thompson Hood.

Member Appreciation

We will be hosting a member appreciation night

October 16, 2009 from 6-8pm. Large studio

This event is to appreciate members. It is also an opportunity to meet the variety of producers who contribute to the SPNN community and programming.

There will be food/drink, prizes and a draw to the death game of pictionary-scattegories-taboo-jeaopardish game, all about Community television/media.

back the Grind

With labor day upon us, it is time to get back into the swing of things. I was off on maternity leave for most of the summer and access reduced our hours on Tuesdays to allow for prep time for staff. As we head into Fall we once again will go back to our normal hours. We will be open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday from noon-10PM, Wednesdays 6PM-10PM, Saturday 9:30AM-5:30PM, and Sundays noon-5:30PM.

Member Appreciation

We don't tell our members often enough, but we appreciate all the time,energy, and dedication they put into their programs. We understand everyone has busy lives, but the fact that they put together something for the community to watch is why we are here.

That is why we'd like to invite SPNN members to our Member Appreciation night. Mark the calendar for Friday, October 16th from 6PM-8PM. We will have food, drinks, and a SPNN mystry game. Please let us know if you plan to attend so we can better plan.

St. Paul News Desk

Member of the Month Player

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The You Tube player for All Things Access' Member of the Month.

Tech Tips

Here is the video player for all the All Things Access tech tips:

All Things Access February 09

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In this episode of All Things Access China Terrell interviewed someone from the HUBB center, our member of the month is Mike Peden, we polished the show Season of Change, and played name that format.

Member of the Month Mike Peden

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Learn more about SPNN Access member Mike Peden

Technical tip on DV format vs. DVCAM

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See for yourself if there is a difference between the PD 170 and DSR 250 and the mini DV format vs. DVCAM.

Interview with St. Paul HUBB Center

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Learn more about the HUBB center affiliated with the St. Paul public schools.

All Things Access January 2009

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This is a recap of some of our past members of the month. Profiled are: Helen Broderick, Jennifer Dahl, Ernest Moore, Luis Alvarenga, and Robert Annan.

Open House

Join us for our Open House on Monday, December 8th from 5PM-7PM. Meet staff, tour the facilities, find out how you can get involved with community media and enjoy some great food and drink. Anyone interested in seeing our facility or finding out more about us should come on Monday December 8th from 5PM-7PM. We are located at 375 Jackson Street in Downtown St. Paul.

All Things Access 310 November 2008

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Find out more about the Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities, learn how to make a simple DVD using iDVD, learn what makes Mahi P. tick, and see how Ed Sanders helps It's A Woman's World polish their show.

Law and Video

November 17th at 6:30PM at the SPNN studios. $20 members, $30 non members, $10 student, limited income, and senior members.

Gain some legal insight into Fair Use, Release Forms, Music Clearance, and Copyright Issues.

Please RSVP by calling 651-298-8908.

SPNN member Andrist wins Award

SPNN member Angela Andrist particpated in the MN History Center's Moving Pictures Film Project. Her project was called "Soap Box Derby Champion: Boy Makes Good". She won an award for Best Emerging Filmmaker. The film tells the story of Joe Garelick, the 1938 St. Paul Soap Box Derby Champion who went on to fight as a gunner on a B-24 Liberator bomber during WWII and returned home with five air medals. Following the war, Garelick invented a boat ladder and launched a successful manufacturing company.

You can view the film on SPNN's channel 15 or here View the film.

Find out more about the project and view the entries here http://www.mnhs.org/people/mngg/film/index.htm.

Voice Over Workshop

Our Voiceover Workshop will be Tuesday Oct. 28 at 6:30PM. Cost is $20 for members, $30 for non members and $10 for students, limited income, and senior members.

Learn how to produce voiceovers for your own programs and others. Taught by experienced actor, director, casting agent, and talent instructor, Don Cosgrove of the Talent Center.

Call 651-298-8908 to reserve your spot.

Democracy Now Election Coverage

I'm sure everyone has been inundated with election coverage, but we thougt we'd throw ourselves in the mix. Democracy Now will be carrying live election coverage on November 4th. We hope to carry at least part of the night on Channel 15. More details will follow as we work out the details. Democracy Now will also have a special two hour program November 5th that will air live 7AM-9AM and will rebroadcast from 3PM-5PM.

ATA October Show

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We interviewed Nurse Hatchet from the Wabash Street Caves, worked with BiCities on polishing their show, found out more about Anthony Mason of The Twin Cities Show, and learned what accessories SPNN has to offer.

Oh woeist Mac

We just bought two brand new Apple computers. They came with the new iMovie 8 and iLife 08. Having heard lots of complaints about the new iMovie, we decided to down convert to iMovie 6. Now the fact that Apple expects and has a link for this download should say something. Feeling all secure after I tested the import process and editing, making sure to note that the deck was recognized, I let our members start using it. It became apparent soon after that we had export issues. The program exported to tape, but only audio was recorded over black. I tried some troubleshooting to no avail called a couple of techs and didn't get far. I then walked step by step through the preferences. I found that if one had "play video through camera" selected, it exported audio but no video. If on the other hand you deselected this option, it exported fine. After another call to the Apple tech, I found out that evidently the new iMovie and the new Final Cut Express for that matter have a thing called Muxing. This separates the video and audio tracks. This is the reason the audio would record but no video. Imagine my surprise at his lack of surprise. Evidently when building the new software Apple thought printing to tape was archaic. That is why in the new FCE and iMovie 8 printing to tape isn't an option. If you upgrade your existing software it holds the original codec and will continue to support printing to tape. Lesson learned. Two actually. Mac is NOT as plug and play as they claim and upgrade rather than outright buy the new program. I guess with the popularity of tapeless camcorders and the shift to web based publishing, tape's days are numbered.

Polish My Show

The SPNN Access department is starting a new segment for All Things Access called Polish My Show. This segment will work with a member on their show. We will evaluate the program, sit down with the producer to find out what they want out of the show, and suggest things that will help improve the quality of the program. We then will implament the changes to see the difference. The entire process will be video taped and then broadcast during All Things Access. If a SPNN producer is interested in having their show polished, they should contact the access department at 651-298-8908 or email us at access at spnn.org.

Say Hello to the World

If you are interested in bringing your voice to an even wider and more global audience by broadcasting it over the internet, you need to check out this workshop. Anthony Williams of VM Direct will be joining us in the studio to talk about what is possible these days in terms of getting your show seen through the internet. Anthony has already helped a couple of SPNN members broadcast their show live from SPNN's Studio One. So the technology exists, now come and learn about it.

Tuesday, July 29th at 6:30PM in the SPNN Lounge. Reserve a spot today by calling 651-298-8908. $30 non members, $20 members, $10 limited income, seniors, and students.

Art(ists) on the Verge

The Jerome Foundation and Northern Lights, with fiscal sponsor Forecast Public Art, announce Art(ists) on the Verge, a new Minnesota grants program that supports emerging artists who create and present new work at the intersection of experimental artistic practice and technology. This program concentrates on art practices that are social, collaborative and/or participatory. See the attached press release and call for artists for more details.Northern Lights, a new Twin Cities-based arts agency under the leadership of Steve Dietz, with the support of the Jerome Foundation, will implement a two-track fellowship and mentoring program for Minnesota-based, emerging artists working experimentally at the intersection of art, media, technology, and social practice. Informational sessions for interested artists will be July 21, 2008 at 6:00 pm at Intermedia Arts, 2822 Lyndale Avenue South, Minneapolis and August 15, at 12:00 pm at the Jerome Foundation, 400 Sibley Street, Suite 125, St. Paul. Applications are due Monday, September 8, 2008.For more information, please contact Eleanor Savage, Program Officer, Jerome Foundation 651.224.9431 esavage@jeromefdn.org or Steve Dietz, Director, Northern Lights 952.994.4118 AOV@northern.lights.mn.

U.S. Court of Appeals has ruled.

This morning the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit turned down a petition by the Alliance for Community Media, Alliance for Communications Democracy, NATOA, National League of Cities, National Association of Counties and the U.S. Conference of Mayors, and by other PEG organizations, local governments and cable operators seeking to overturn regulations adopted by the FCC in March 2007 designed to ease the ability of telephone companies to get cable franchise.

The decision represents a loss for the public interest served by PEG and local franchising. While the decision affirms the FCC’s finding that capital costs required by a franchise to be paid for PEG access facilities are exempted from the definition of franchise fees (as to which a maximum 5% of gross revenues can permissibly be charged), the court makes clear that such capital costs are not limited to the construction of facilities but may also include equipment. The court’s decision also makes clear that nothing in the FCC’s order prevents local franchise authorities from increasing PEG obligations upon renewal of incumbent franchises.

Here is a link to the court’s decision: http://www.ca6.uscourts.gov/opinions.pdf/08a0230p-06.pdf.

Minnesota Minute

My Minnesota Minute
Online Video Contest

Minnesota Minute
The State of Minnesota’s 150th birthday celebration gets star treatment with "The Minnesota Minute," a series of 60-second TV spots commemorating Minnesota’s natural history. The 13-part series, written, directed and produced for the state's sesquicentennial by the University of Minnesota's Bell Museum of Natural History Emmy-award TV winning TV production unit, Bell Museum Productions, is scheduled to air in prime time slots on Minnesota television stations and
Twin Cities Public Television beginning May 11 through the sesquicentennial's finale August 30.

The series hosts a companion web site with video blog for amateur and professional filmmakers throughout the state to share their own environmental-related videos and stories.

Hey, Minnesotans, are you feeling inspired by the environment that surrounds you? Have
you created your Minnesota Minute yet? Be sure to upload your video soon! The random
drawing for prizes start in early May.

Join us as we celebrate 150 years of Minnesota history by taking a look at Minnesota’s natural places and asking how we can protect and restore these special places for the next 150 years. This contest accompanies The Bell Museum of Natural History’s Minnesota Minute television campaign which can be seen on TV beginning in May or at the Minnesota Minute website. These one minute videos tell the story of Minnesotans helping to preserve and restore Minnesota’s natural places.

Now it’s your turn!

Perhaps you know of a special place that needs help? Maybe you have a solution to share? Is there something you do as an individual or a community that makes a difference for the future of
Minnesota’s natural places and resources? Tell us what changes you think the next 150 years will bring to Minnesota’s environment. Grab a camera and start shooting!

HOW?
1) Go to www.minnesotaminute.org to see examples of Minnesota Minutes and to learn more about Minnesota’s environment.
2) Pick up a digital camera.
3) Create your own Minnesota Minute video.
4) Keep it short! (under five minutes)
5) Upload your finished video to YouTube.
6) Add the tag: MyMinnesotaMinute

LINKS
The Official Websitewww.minnesotaminute.orgThe Bell Museum of Natural Historywww.bellmuseum.orgThe Bell Museum’s YouTube profilewww.youtube.com/user/BellMuseumMinnesota Sesquicentennialwww.mn150years.org/

The contest is open to everyone. All who submit will be entered in a drawing to win a Sanyo Xacti digital video camera and other prizes. Submit videos any time now throughout the Summer (2008).

SPNN Closing @ 8PM July 11th

SPNN will be closing early on Friday July 11th. We will be closing at 8PM. Please plan accordingly.

SPNN closed 4th of July

SPNN will be closed for Independence Day on July 4th. We will re-open on Saturday July 5th at 9:30 AM.

Pre-production Planning

Learn more about pre-production planning, everything from scouting a location to money and food.

Interview with Habitat for Humanity

Stuart Sawyer interviewed Sharon Rolenc of the Twin Cities Habiat for Humanity.

June Member of the Month

Find out more about Eric Angell, the producer of Our World in Depth.

Mikenastics makes the Rake

There is an article on the front page of the magazine the Rake. He has been submitting his show to SPNN. Read more about him at http://www.rakemag.com/reporting/rakish-angle/mikenastics-50-years-and-tumbling

The Unconvention

The Twin Cities will get its fair share of media attention this September as the RNC rolls into downtown St. Paul and people across the globe are fascinated with the outcome of this year’s election, but what do you have to say?

Folks from the UpTake.org, a citizen journalist led initiative, will teach you the basics of interviewing getting great results as you ask the tough political questions. Then team up with the experts at SPNN to create your own message that expresses your feelings about the wonderful world of democracy. Upload it to Youtube just in time for the convention. Selected videos will be screened at the Walker as part of the Unconvention project http://www.theunconvention.com/

This workshop will be held in two parts. Saturday, June 14th will be led by the UpTake and will focus on interviewing styles and techniques as well as creating a production plan for your project. Part 2 on June 21st will be taught by SPNN’s own Ed Sanders. He will make sure you are camera and i-movie proficient and ready to check out SPNN’s cameras and use their editing suites.

The Walker Art Center is providing a free SPNN membership for those who choose to make an I Approve This Message video, but participants must pay for the workshops. You will be eligible to check out SPNN cameras and editing suites only for the production of an I Approve this Message video and only until September 4th.

Screening

A showing for the stonecutter documentary will be held on Friday, June13th at 7:30 p.m. Twin Cities Public TV has accepted the programand it will probably be broadcast on Labor Day. Here's a chance to seeit in advance. There will be an open-ended discussion after the screening, not only about the documentary, but about the subjects ittouches on: Italy, past and present immigration, personal identity,sculpture, unions, etc. The screening will be at the Mounds Theatre, 1029 Hudson Road, a streetfronting on I-94 on the East Side of St. Paul,1/2 block west of Earl St. It's about 1/2 mile north of Indian MoundsPark, in the Dayton's Bluff neighborhood just east of downtown.

Maps and directions from five different highways and locations can befound at ww.moundstheatre.org Click on Maps.

Driving from the west on eastbound I-94: 1. Take the Mounds Blvd./Metro State University Exit (Exit 243). NOTE: This is a left side exit. 2. Go straight ahead one block on 6th St. 3. Turn right onto Maria Ave. 4. Follow Maria Ave. It will curve and turn into Hudson Road. 5. The Mounds Theater is on the left at 1029 Hudson Road (between Cypress St. and Earl St.)

There is ample free street parking along Hudson Road.

SPNN Annual Meeting/ Board elections

SPNN will be holding it's annual meeting on Tuesday May 13 from 6-8. There will be food, a short program, elections, and awards. Everyone is welcome.

Brown College Sportscaster Workshop

Workshop is Five consecutive Tuesdays, May 20, 27 and June 3, 10, 17. It is from 6PM-9PM and cost is $250. Watch the following video for more information.

http://proclaim.netbriefings.com/flv/trial/aptuz/trialaptuz100018/