Midpen Media Center

🤯 Get a sneak peek at Gallimaufry Bay! 📺 This new unpredictable series, shot right here at Midpen Media, is the definition of "anything goes." No concept is off-limits and you won't see the same thing twice. 🤔
FULL EPISODE HERE: 👇
youtu.be/Y1ZPD1e0Hhk

Masterclass Minute: French New Wave 🎬🇫🇷
60 seconds to smash the cinematic rulebook! 💥 Learn the rebels behind the Nouvelle Vague (Godard, Truffaut, Varda) who gave us jump cuts & handheld cameras. It’s film history, fast. Watch now! 🍿

This is a must-see clip from the SV9 (Silicon Valley Night) panel! 🎙️ Four experts dive deep into a conversation you need to hear. (It's in Mandarin, but the insights are global! 🌏)
What's your biggest tech prediction for this year? Tell us below! 👇
Watch the full episode here: youtu.be/Lw_NDYERByE

Dream of making your own TV show? 📺
Midpen Media's Production Basics class teaches you to plan, produce, & broadcast your show on local cable! Get access to our high-def studio & expert help.
Spaces limited for Nov 5th! Register now:
midpenmedia.org/adult_classes
#MidpenMedia #TVProduction

Future CEOs in the house! 🚀 These brilliant kid entrepreneurs from Baby Shark Tank 🦈 pitch amazing ideas to the pros. Their confidence 💪 and creativity ✨ prove innovation has no age limit!
Watch the full episode & see who gets an investment! 👇💸
👉 youtu.be/brB2Sw9TXpc
#BabySharkTank #KidEntrepreneurs

Join Dr. Mahon I. Lange, Christine Liu, and Laumanu Petelo for a deep dive into Tongan culture and mental health. Discover the community's unique challenges and strengths regarding mental well-being, concluding with a musical performance by Hopoi Vou. 🇹🇴🎶 #Tonga #MentalHealth #TonganCulture

Catch a sneak peek of SV9! 🤩 This Mandarin-language TV show filmed at Midpen Media explores Silicon Valley's tech scene, from startups to innovation. 📺✨ Watch the full episode: youtu.be/gcIRXoWsOoA

A look behind the scenes! 🎬 We were honored to host filmmaker Littlebear Sanchez for their short film shoot. Looking for a space to create your next project? We're the perfect spot! ✨
#MidpenMedia #FilmMaking #FilmLocation #LittlebearSanchez #FilmStudio

Dive into a clip from our episode, "Mental Health: What's It to You?" Host Jenny Bloom chats with Dr. Marie Mahonil and Nouns Siy about mental wellness. We end on a high note with Susan Lin and Ina Kim performing Stevie Wonder's "I Just Called to Say I Love You." Watch it here: youtu.be/_uI49ez2ReI

Ready to bring your movie ideas to life? Join our after-school programs this fall and learn the secrets of digital animation and filmmaking! Perfect for aspiring creators ages 10-15. Spots are limited. Learn more and sign up at midpenmedia.org/youth.

We believe in building community through media. That's why we loved partnering with Ludwig's to help them create this beautiful commercial. If looking to boost your brand with professional video content, we're here to help. Our team can help you film and edit a project just like this. Let's connect!

Silicon Valley Unplugged: The Drone Episode! 🤖
Ready for takeoff? 🚀 Our latest episode is all about drones—from high-tech deliveries to aerial photography. Filmed at Midpen Media Center, this is a conversation you won't want to miss.
Watch now! 👇 www.youtube.com/watch?v=wH0o...
#Tech

photography summer camp was a huge success! Our halls were filled with creativity as we taught a group of talented kids to capture the world through their unique lenses.
The campers learned everything. The week ended with a gallery exhibit where they proudly displayed their work.

The set is alive with vibrant colors and young talent at the Midpen Media Center filmmaking camp! 🎬🌈 Our campers are getting creative with light and lens, exploring the art of filmmaking and having a fantastic time bringing their thriller movie visions to life. So proud of these budding directors! 🌟

Empowering journalists to bring local stories to life, public broadcasting is a cornerstone of our community. With federal funding gone, it's up to us to sustain these invaluable resources. Every donation helps keep the cameras rolling and the mics on! Learn more and donate at midpenmedia.org

Midpen Media Center has classes for all ages! 🎨 After School Animation (ages 10-15), 🎬📸 Adult Film/Photo, & 🎥🎓 College Prep Film School. Learn, create, excel!

Register now:
MIPDENMEDIA.ORG
MIPDENMEDIA.ORG/ADULT_CLASSES
MIPDENMEDIA.ORG/COLLEGE-PREP

#MidpenMedia #Film #Animation #Photography

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It’s time for a #moviefact Did you know . . . That Kevin Bacon has admitted to paying DJs not to play the song Footlose. He doesn’t like people expecting him to dance.

Get ready for Toastmasters Episode #286! 🎤 Midpen Media Center brings you Andrea Bell on going alcohol-free for 30 days 🥂 & Denise Blanc with "River as a Mentor: Restoring Life to Troubled Times." 🏞️ Tune in for great speeches! ✨
Watch the episode here: youtu.be/FmF-Pb60eGg

Inspiring! ✨ Former Palo Alto, East Palo Alto, & Menlo Park mayors reflect on June Flemming, Palo Alto's 90s city manager. Her leadership united cities, bridging divides for a stronger community.
Watch the full video here:https://youtu.be/TieScyDgC9Y

Public broadcasting brings essential stories and programs to our community. Federal funding is at risk, jeopardizing these opportunities. Support Midpen Media at midpenmedia.org – every donation helps us keep public access strong!

Time for a Fact Friday!
Did you know . . .
That in A Clockwork Orange, the doctor in the image, was an actual doctor. He was brough in to make sure McDowell’s eyes didn’t dry up

🎶 AAPI Heritage Month celebration! 🎉 Featuring K42 (father/daughter), The Wesley Ukulele Band 🎸, & Susan Lin/Ina Kim's wonderful "What a Wonderful World" cover! ✨
link to video here: youtu.be/x_7YPY3lFdA
#AAPIHeritageMonth #Music

Need a pro space for your next project? 🎬 Midpen Media Center has you covered! Studio & equipment rentals 🎥, 5.1 audio 🎧, podcasting 🎙️, editing ✂️, pre-production ✍️, tutoring 📚, & videographer services 📹. Everything for a successful shoot! Email pamela@midpenmedia.org

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🎨✨ New mural alert at Midpen Media Center! 🐎 So excited for this piece by Anne-Sophie Gaudet, inspired by "Horse in Motion." Come see it! 💖 #MuralArt #HorseInMotion #AnneSophieGaudet #MidpenMedia

Local artist Tony Jay stopped by Midpen Media Center for an intimate live session full of lo-fi, dream-pop vibes. 🌙🎶
📺 Watch the full performance: youtu.be/9KzuL8vrZhk
#LocalMusic #CommunityMedia #PublicAccessTV

Time for a #moviefact
Did you know . . .
That the soundstage where Mary Poppins was filmed, was later named after Julie Andrews

🎸 Yogurt Brain Live at Midpen Media! 🥁
Check out this high-energy performance by local band Yogurt Brain, recorded in studio at Midpen! These hometown rockers brought their unique sound and infectious energy. To watch the full video, click this link: youtu.be/nnObTX2Hpk0

It’s time for a #moviefact. Did you know . . . That the original title for Pretty Woman was 3000. 3000 because that was the price the characters agreed on for the week.

Witness the powerful impact of art on healing! 🎨 This week on Veterans Helping Veterans, we explore the incredible work of the Veterans Art Project and their recent inspiring exhibition. Hear firsthand how creating art has helped veterans navigate life after service. #veteran youtu.be/VQTw6dowQz0

Join us tomorrow, April 29th, on Instagram for a Live! Watch the mural come to life. 10:30AM PST Click the link to set a reminder: www.instagram.com/midpenmediac...