Access will be closed

don't forget SPNN's Access Dept. will be closed for the Alliance for Community Media conference July 26-28. SPNN will reopen Sunday July 29.

Movement around your Movie

SPNN Welcomes Award Winning Executive Producer & Public Relations Guru, Robin P. Hickman of Soultouch Productions to discuss strategies and tipsfor getting other people interested in your project and creating a socially conscious media movement.

All Things Access July

Watch the new edition of All Things Access.

Neighborhood House

Learn more about what Neighborhood House is in the video below.

Cable Wrangling

When you are handling cables, either audio or video, remember to always handle with care. There are many tiny cables inside the cable that could break if not properly wrapped. Putting stress on the mic cables can also cause them to break and a the mic would need to be replaced. Please always handle with care. For more tips on how to wrap the cables watch this video done by Sherine Crooms, access coordinator.

July's Member of the Month

Jerah has been an active part of the SPNN community for many years. He has been involved in music productions, work out videos, and now a cooking show. Ed Sanders caught up with Jerah as he was checking out SPNN's portable switcher.

Local St. Paul Business, inovative energy

Izzy's Ice Cream decided to go green by using solar power. Izzy's involved their customers in the project by asking for donations and volunteers to affix the pannels. Bonnie Schumacher, Access manager of SPNN, talked with Jeff Sommers, owner of Izzy's Ice Cream Parlor.

Multi-Camera Shoot

Are you wanting to do a field shoot with more than one camera? Then SPNN's switcher class is for you. This class will show you how to use our field switcher and two cameras to make a production you can be proud of. The class is Une 27 at 6:30PM. Cost is $20.

Marjorie McNeely Conservatory

Learn more about the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory in Como Park with an interview with Ed Sanders and Tina Dombrowski, horticuluturlist.

Central Touring Theater

Learn more about the Central Touring Theater.

Learn more about graphics on FCE

have you always wanted to make your title snappier? Maria Tototzintle gives you a tutorial for making your titles stand out.

June MOTM

Paul Romero is June's member of the month. Check out his interview.

Member of the Month for June

June's member of the month is no stranger to television or film. From an early age he wanted to direct the train on "Silver Spoons"and spent hours pushing his brother around in a stroller pretending he was a camera. When he got his first job on with the Disney Jungle Cruise, he spent his off time with his fellow cast making short films. Video has always been in Paul Romero's blood. He produced his own film "Life in General" in 2004 and is currently working on his new film "Plan E.T." He hopes to have a trailer out later this summer. "Life in General" is currently airing on SPNN, please check the SPNN website for air dates. Also watch "All Things Access" for the segment on Paul Wednesdays at 7PM on Channel 15 in June.

Successful Series Makers

If you’ve ever thought about producing a regular series, whether you are an SPNN member or not join us on June 14th to learn more about creating a Successful Series. The program will begin at 6:30PM.

Join us for a panel discussion with 5 accomplished Cable Access television producers
Our panel will share tips on
*series vision
*set design
*crew and talent management
*distribution and marketing
*directing and producing tips

while balancing a busy home and work life.

Construction around SPNN

The East Building at 375 Jackson will have its facade replaced over the next five months. Construction at the building will close access to the east building to two dooes, the east and north entries (under the skyway and facing the parking lot).

We don't anticipate the construction will interrupt our business, and the building will maintain access to the parking lot during construction.

An Animated Film Debut

Wargoon Flishe, an animated feature by John Akre of Minneapolis TV Network, will be showing along with Trevor Adams' "President 1 Hour Photo," this Sunday (May 20) at Bedlam Theater. The show starts at 7 p.m. and costs $5.

Bedlam Theatre is located at 1501 S. 6th St., in the West Bank of Minneapolis. It is located just behind the Cedar Riverside LRT station.

For more info, visit
http://www.sloppyfilms.com/wargoon/index.html

As always, there will be a drawing and prizes for those who stay until the finish!

Producer Night

Mark your calendars for this Monday night, May 21 for the Producer Night. Anyone is welcome to bring samples of their work and share with everyone. Members of the public are also welcome to attend. There will be food and beverages. This is a great networking opportunity.

Holman Field

Ed Sanders, training cooordinator for SPNN, visited St. Paul's Holeman Field and found out some very interesting information. Watch to find out what.

St. Paul Cathedral

Kevin Kalla did an interview with Father Joeseph, rector of the Cathedral of St. Paul. They have a celebration coming up for their centienial on June 1,2, and 3.
You can watch the interview below.