Ask the Experts: WisdomVR Project TONIGHT, May 6

Join co-founder Gary Yost in a discussion of immersive media and VR documentaries in the context of his recent VR experience “Inside COVID19.” In the "WisdomVR Project, Yost cuts through the chaos of 2020 and dives deep in the story of how SARS-CoV-2 hijacked our culture and our bodies.

This "Ask the Experts" master class will be offered Thursday, May 6 (7-8:30 PM) via Zoom.

"Ask the Experts" is free to CMCM members. Non-member registration of $25 includes a year-long membership to CMCM and admittance to all "Ask the Experts" presentations in this virtual series. Register at www.cmcm.tv/asktheexperts.

Ask the Experts: Create Your Logo TONIGHT, May 13

Emmy Award-winning graphic designer and art director Maria-Tina Karamanlakis guides participants in the research, planning, and sketching of ideas for a logo that will evolve into an authentic reflection of your brand.

This "Ask the Experts" master class will be presented via Zoom on Thursday, May 13 (7 - 8:30 PM).

"Ask the Experts" are free to CMCM members. Non-member registration of $25 includes a year-long membership to CMCM and admittance to all "Ask the Experts" presentations in this series. Register at www.cmcm.tv/asktheexperts.

Marin Movie Club: "His Girl Friday" TONIGHT, May 12

Calling all cinephiles!

The Marin Movie Club invites you to discuss Howard Hawks' "His Girl Friday" on Wednesday, May 12 at 7 PM.

Host Dain Bedford-Pugh facilitates the conversation around this 1940 screwball comedy starring Cary Grant, Rosalind Russell, and Ralph Bellamy.

Stream the classic comedy online, and reserve your spot in the "Zoom Room" by emailing jill@marintv.org.

"ODD & off" Virtual Photo Exhibit through April 30

After a year of contending with a plethora of challenges to our collective psyche, "ODD & off" was created to bring a bit of levity into our lives.

Treat yourself to a mini-tour of these odd and offbeat photographs culled from the private collection of Jill Lessard. Perhaps after checking out this virtual photo exhibit, your affection for your own quirky collection of family, friends, and colleagues will be rekindled.

View "ODD & off" on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Z3H4QcgCcJk

Ask the Experts: Journey of the Independent Author TONIGHT April 29

Thinking about self-publishing your memoir? In "Journey of the Independent Author," memoir author Wendy Menara will explain, in practical detail, the creative and business processes she experienced launching her first book. She will also share the steps she took to land a spot on Kirkus Reviews Best Indie Books 2020.

This "Ask the Experts" master class will be presented Thursday, April 29 (7:00 – 8:30 PM) via Zoom.

"Ask the Experts" are free to CMCM members. Non-member registration of $25 includes a year-long membership to CMCM and admittance to all "Ask the Experts" presentations in this series. Register at www.cmcm.tv/asktheexperts.

CMCM introduces RueShare

We’ve changed!

The Community Media Center of Marin has a new website for equipment reservations. If you are a current CMCM member who needs to make equipment or studio reservations, please email jill@marintv.org to get an “invitation” to log into our new content management – RueShare – and get acclimated to our new way of doing things.

If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to call (415) 721-0636 and we’ll walk you through the process of setting up your new CMCM account.

Thank you for your support!

Ask the Experts: Finding the Humor in Life TONIGHT April 22

The first stand-up comedian to perform virtually online, Natasha Vinik knows a thing or two about being funny. In "Finding the Humor in Life," she'll share her point of view — and valuable pointers — about how to find levity in your own life — especially during challenging times.

This "Ask the Experts" master class will be presented Thursday, April 22 (7:00 – 8:30 PM) via Zoom.

"Ask the Experts" are free to CMCM members. Non-member registration of $25 includes a year-long membership to CMCM and admittance to all "Ask the Experts" presentations in this series. Register at www.cmcm.tv/asktheexperts.

"marINSANITY" makes merry TONIGHT, May 10

What better way to welcome the merry merry month of May than with laughter!

Be a member of the virtual Marin TV studio audience when “marINSANITY,” Marin TV’s crazy funny comedy show, records another episode – via Zoom – featuring some of the Bay Area’s best and brightest stand-up comedians.

The fun starts Monday, May 10 at 7 PM. To get a link to "Zoom Room," email jill@marintv.org.

Ask the Experts: Why Do You Ask? TONIGHT, May 20

As an award-winning network television publicist and senior writer/editor for ABC.com and Oscar.com, Jill Lessard received high praise for her interviews with major Hollywood talent. Benefit from the lessons she learned over two decades!

This "Ask the Experts" master class will be presented Thursday, May 20 (7:00 – 8:30 PM) via Zoom.

"Ask the Experts" are free to CMCM members. Non-member registration of $25 includes a year-long membership to CMCM and admittance to all "Ask the Experts" presentations in this series. Register at www.cmcm.tv/asktheexperts.

CMCM Offering Curbside Service

The Community Media Center of Marin is offering curbside equipment check-outs/ins on Tuesdays and Saturdays from 12 – 6 PM.

Camera-certified members who wish to check out equipment may do so by making a Reservation on the CMCM website. Please call the Front Desk at (415) 721-0636 x14 when you arrive. A Station Assistant (wearing mask and gloves) will bring the equipment to your car.

Equipment picked up on a Tuesday must be returned that Saturday; equipment picked up on Saturday must be returned the next Tuesday. Should a pick-up or return be delayed, members must call CMCM immediately at (415) 721-0636 x14. Please leave a detailed voicemail message if necessary.

As soon as Marin County authorities give us the "green light," CMCM will re-open with required protocols in place for the continued health and safety of our staff and members. Stay tuned!