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What’s New on MATV, Sept. 14, 2017 - By Michael Lynch MATV Executive Director Here’s what’s new on MATV this week: Milton High sports are back in action for the fall, and MATV will be recording and rebroadcasting many of the home games on the Education channel (Comcast 22/RCN 15), with set times for specific teams. For boys soccer, tune in at noon … Continue reading "What’s New on MATV, Sept. 14, 2017"
What’s New on MATV, Sept. 7, 2017 - By Michael Lynch MATV Executive Director Starting this September, MATV is launching a brand new monthly e-newsletter: Milton Connected. It’ll keep you informed about things like opportunities to help on production crews, innovative new equipment and things we’re doing at the station, behind-the-scenes content as well as keep you up to date on the shows … Continue reading "What’s New on MATV, Sept. 7, 2017"
Weekly Update for August 31, 2017 - Residents and talented classical musicians Rose Moerchsel, violin, and Rita Moerschel, piano, recently played a concert together at Fuller Village, performing a number of double concertos by composers such as Beethoven and Edward Elgar. This intimate presentation airs on Music Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. on the Public channel (Comcast 9/RCN 13). The state-run deer … Continue reading "Weekly Update for August 31, 2017"
Report from the national community media conference - MATV staff attended the annual Alliance for Community Media conference in Minneapolis earlier this summer. The event brings together public television stations and local community media centers from across the country to share knowledge, discuss common issues and share ways of bringing better services to their communities. The theme of this year’s event was “Rivers To Cross,” a … Continue reading "Report from the national community media conference"
Why can’t I see MATV’s schedule on my TV’s guide??? - Have you ever wondered why you can’t set your DVR device to record something on the Milton Access TV channels? Or you can’t easily see what programs are coming up next via the electronic programming guide? Well that is because cable companies are not required to give local public, education, and government access stations access … Continue reading "Why can’t I see MATV’s schedule on my TV’s guide???"
Weekly Update for August 24, 2017 - A vigil was held August 17 on the Town Green in response to the recent events in Charlottesville, Va. The Board of Selectmen partnered with the Milton Interfaith Clergy Association, Milton Persists and other community organizations to host this event. Part of a statement released by the town announcing the vigil stated, “No demonstration should … Continue reading "Weekly Update for August 24, 2017"
Weekly Update for August 17, 2017 - Gigi is back from summer camp and ready for more fun with her buddy Mel and the whole Kid Crew. In this new episode of “Acting Up with Mel and Gigi Giraffe,” Gigi learns all about China and its culture, while the kids get a crash-course in how to make hats, animals and more out … Continue reading "Weekly Update for August 17, 2017"
Upcoming Crew Calls - MATV needs volunteers from the community to help crew live events and taped shows. Here are some upcoming opportunities. No experience necessary! MHS Sports – Cameraperson to record MHS sports. May indicate preference for a particular sport. Also interested in play-by-play announcers. October 23, Milton High School Auditorium: Special Town Meeting – Looking for crew … Continue reading "Upcoming Crew Calls"
Weekly Update for August 10, 2017 - It’s hosta time on “The Garden Path.” The hardy, green, low-lying hosta plant is a staple in many backyard gardens. In this episode, Christine Paxhia is joined by a former president of the New England Hosta Society to discuss the many varieties of this species, as well as a local gardening pro who shows how … Continue reading "Weekly Update for August 10, 2017"
Weekly Update for August 3, 2017 - Since 1971, the Gloucester Clog and Hornpipe Society has been a staple among folk music in New England. The group’s co-founder Owen Hartford, who is a Milton resident, recently created a feature-length documentary chronicling the life of this band whose myriad members play instruments as distinctive as bones, spoons, bodhran, washtub bass and pogocello. MATV … Continue reading "Weekly Update for August 3, 2017"

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