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Christmas On LiveWire

2010-01-06T10:13:00.004-08:00

Executive Director, Ron Cooper joined us on LiveWire on December 9th to talk about our Annual Holiday Party and Fundraiser. This year's event featured a buffet dinner at The Crest Café and a viewing of the movie classic, "It's a Wonderful Life".

We hope you tuned in on December 16th for our annual LiveWire Christmas Special from 5 to 6 pm. Santa visited with the children plus other special guest performances included Kid's Corporation, Scrooge, and a special message from the Office of Traffic Safety.

Fembots and Roller Derby Girls

2010-01-06T09:58:00.002-08:00

On December 1st LiveWire featured two wonderful and wild groups of ladies. The young ladies of the St. Francis High School Robotics Club and the Fembots were here to demonstrate their robot and talk about thier upcoming fundraiser. And the Ladies of the Sac City Roller Derby were here to talk about their Red Holiday event.

To find out more about LiveWire please visit our website at

www.SacCityRollers.com

Scary Art Returns To LiveWire

2010-01-06T09:50:00.005-08:00

Scary Art Collective will be returning to LiveWire for an encore presentation of the October taping. Enjoy Scary Art all year 'round and celebrate it! LiveWire will not have a live show this Wednesday in observance of the upcoming Thanksgiving Holiday weekend. Watch LiveWire on Wednesday, November 25th and find out more about The Scary Art Collective.

To find out more about Scary Art collective please go to their website at
www.Scary-Art.com

A Taste of December plus Norcal Services

2009-11-12T14:35:00.002-08:00

The Nov 18 show of LiveWire promises to be fun and informative. Ray will speak with Molly Brown. She is with Norcal Services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing. This non-profit organization services the Deaf and Hard of hearing community. They provide interpreters, assist in job placement and offer programs such as Camp Grizzley. For more information on this organization or if you know of anyone that might be in need of their services, their website is www.norcalcenter.org or call them 916-349-7500. Their physical office is 4708 Roseville Rd, Ste.112, North Highlands, CA 95660, and the office hours are Monday through Friday 8:30 to 5:00.

Stay tuned because Ray will also be talking about A Taste of December. The Folsom Cordova Community Partnership will be telling us about their unique event. Kimani Kamau, associate director and Kristen Starkel, special events manager will us and be the representatives for the organization. The event will be held at the Sacramento Marriott Rancho Cordova; located at 11211 Point East Dr., Rancho Cordov, Ca 95742. It takes place on Dec. 17, 2009 from 6:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. and promises to be a lot of fun. Don't miss the show or the event!

Carl Burton talks about the CAP Act and Angelina Reaux will "Wow you"

2009-11-05T13:26:00.002-08:00

The Oct. 4, 2009 taping of LiveWire is sure to open your eyes. Ray will be talking with Carl Burton, Access Sacramento Board Chair, about the CAP Act (Community Access Preservation Act). This Act is meant to strengthen community media and Ray will surely find out all the details. Go to www.alliancecm.org to find out more information.

Continuing with the theme of "community access preservation", Ray will feature the "Friends of Amy" Goodman Fundraiser for Access Sacramento. This fundraiser is designed to raise money for our own Access Sacramento station. The event takes place on Nov. 21, 2009 from 3:00pm to 4:30pm at the Coloma Center Auditorium located at 4623 T Street, Sacramento, Ca 95819. The cost of the event is $15 in advance, $20 at the door, and $35 for the entire event; which includes a meet a greet with Amy from 2:30 to 4:30. For more information on this event, call 916-456-8600 ext. 0, email postmaster@accesssacramento.org, or go to the website at www.accesssacramento.org. This is an event you don't want to miss. Please come out and support Access Sacramento your home for local community and public access television.

Lastly but not least, Ray will be speaking with Angelina Reaux, Tony Nominated Actor. You will get to see a clip of one of her performances. After you enjoy the clip, make sure you go to California Stage and watch her spectacular performance in "December Songs". It shows from Nov. 6 to Dec. 31 at California Stage located at 1723 25th Street (25th & R), Sacramento. For more information, call 916-451-5822 or visit the websit at www.calstage.org.

LiveWire Halloween Special

2009-10-29T14:46:00.003-07:00

The Oct. 28 show will surely make you smile. Access Sacramento's own Kids of "Kids Corporation will be here showing their latest Halloween Film, and telling Ray about how they went about the shooting of it. Their show can be seen every Saturday right here on Access Sacramento channel 17 at 10am.

Get ready for a scary story! Angela James, storyteller and member of Sacramento Storytellers Guild & Easop's Fablers Toastmaster Club. She's sure to get your blood racing as shares one of her unique Halloween stories.

If you or anyone you know is interested in becoming a part of Kids of "Kids Corporation" go to kidscorporation.net; and to find out more about the storytelling club contact Toastmasters' Storytelling Club at the Ethel Hart Senior Center, 915 27th St. You can also get in touch with Arne Sampe at 916-362-9013.

Dale Reynolds takes us into history as Thomas Jefferson and It's back! The Sacramento Horror Film Festival

2009-10-29T14:28:00.004-07:00

Oct. 14 is sure to be a treat on LiveWire! First up is Thomas Jefferson, well, an actor, playing Thomas Jefferson. Dale Reynolds will be here re-enacting the life of Thomas Jefferson and telling us how he goes to schools educating children about history in the time and life of Thomas Jefferson. Make sure your children are watching. To learn more about what Dale does visit http://www.calstage.org/ or call 916-451-5822.

Next up, get ready to scream! Mr. Lobo of Cinema Insomnia will be here telling us about this years Sacramento Horror Film Festival. It will run from Oct. 22-25 at the Historic Colonial Theater at 3522 Stockton Blvd, Sac, CA 95820. Contact information is http://www.sachorrorfilmfest.com/.

Ride to Rocklin then Return for the Sac International Gay and Lesbian Film Festival

2009-10-29T14:13:00.002-07:00

On today's, Oct. 7, 2009, show; Ray will be speaking with Ted Stapenhorst. Ted is the Ride Director for the Tour de Rocklin, a bicycle race in Rocklin used to raise money for Rocklin City Schools. For more information on this event visit their website at www.tourderocklin.org, email at info@tourderocklin.org or call 916-434-6636.

Also Ray will be talking to Patti Barcena, Program Director of the Sacramento International Gay and Lesbian Film Festival and Michael Dennis, Programming. It is sure to be a treat. The festival will be Oct. 8-10 at the Crest Theater, 1013 K Street in Sacramento at 7:30. Contact information is as follows: www.siglff.org, general@siglff.org and 916-452-8846. Tune in to see a small taste of what the Festival will display.

DART (Drowning Accident Rescue Team) and Toastmaster

2009-10-15T14:48:00.004-07:00

You won't want to miss Live Wire this Wednesday, September 16th. Ray Tatar will be interviewing Scott Sackett, Ron Roberts and other members of DART (Drowning Accident Rescue Team). They are having a promotional T-Shirt fundraiser and looking for volunteers. For more information on DART and the fundraiser go to their website at http://www.dartsac.org/ or call them at 916-732-4500.

Also, get ready for a "toast"! Ray will be interviewing Tony Frontino, who is with Toastmasters. This organization gets you prepared for any occassion to prepare and deliver the best toast, speech, lecture, etc. For more information on Toastmaster or to join Tony's group, please visit http://www.toastmasters.org/ or call Chania Brodie at 916-505-3113.

United Way President and CEO talks about Kick off Campaign

2009-10-15T14:28:00.001-07:00

Live Wire featured Steve Heath, president and CEO of United Way California Capital Region this Wednesday, September 9, 2009.

Mr. Heath was informing the audience about the 2009 United Way Kick Off Campaign, "How Do You Live United", which begins Friday, September 11th at the Sacramento Convention Center. To find out more about the United Way and how they impact the community, check out their website at www.yourlocalunitedway.org.

Toping off the show was an interview with Sacramento's mayor, Kevin Johnson. He discussed the importance of volunteering and also his support of the United Way.

“6 women with Brain Death’ & Scleroderma Foundation”

2009-09-02T15:57:00.003-07:00

Scleroderma Foundation Northern California Chapter will be joining us on LiveWire this week to talk about their foundation and what it offers to the community and how you can help. Also, we will be joined by Jackie Schultz who will be talking about the CFIDS association and also the Lambda play “6 Women with Brain Death”. Join us on Wednesday, September 2^nd at 5pm on Comcast and Surewest cable channel.

“Non-Profit Yoga and Roberts Family Development Center”

2009-08-24T12:06:00.001-07:00

Representatives from The Roberts Family Development Center will be on LiveWire this week to talk about their special services. Also, One House of Peace returns to share some of Yoga poses that can be beneficial to body and mind. Stay tuned and watch LiveWire to find out who and what might be in store on the next show.

Strawberry Picnic and 'Diamonds in the Dunes'

2009-07-22T17:39:00.002-07:00

On our June 3rd 'LiveWire' segment we were joined by Performance Artist Krista Biedermann and Keith Ochwat and Christopher Rufo of 'Diamonds in the Dunes'.

Performance Art Festival and SN&R Music Festival

2009-07-22T17:36:00.001-07:00

Autumn Sky, singer, songwriter, and Sammies nominee was present on the May 27 'LiveWire' segment. Sky was joined by Kelli Guerriero of SN&R.

Regional Water Authority and Patrick Wallace

2009-07-22T17:34:00.002-07:00

Magician Patrick Wallace performed on 'LiveWire' May 20th. In addition, guests from Regional Water Authority were also present and included was an announcement for the 'A Place Called Sacramento' Cast and Crew Call.

Sac Swing Time and California Stage

2009-05-15T17:33:00.002-07:00

Wednesday on "LiveWire" guests included Shonda Honkanen from Fun Monkey, Brittany Baskerville "Elecktra", and Jammy Bulaya "Orestes" from a new California Stage production.

BodyJoy and PCS Cast and Crew Call

2009-05-15T17:31:00.001-07:00

Guest Bella Dreizler, Founder and Physical Therapist for BodyJoy was present on "LiveWire". And as usual, Access Sacramento's Executive Director Ron Cooper announced the 10th Annual 'A Place Called Sacramento' Cast and Crew Call for Wednesday, May 20th 6:00-8:30pm.

Puppet Festival

2009-05-15T17:29:00.001-07:00

Claire Weissman Hurni was present on the April 29th segment to talk about Puppet Festival. Hurni is from Puppets and Motion.

A Touch of Understanding

2009-05-15T17:27:00.002-07:00

From A Touch of Understanding, guests were Leslie DeDora, Executive Director, Darlene O'Brien, ATOU speaker and Blind Ambition owner, and Hope Adrian and her service dog "York". This segment took place on 4-24-2009.

Circus

2009-05-15T17:24:00.003-07:00

"Circus" was the main focus of the April 15th "LiveWire". Guests from this production included Carissa Meagher, Co-Writer and Co-Producer, Rachel Yamshon, Director, and Ashli Cooni, Co-Writer. In additon, actors that were present included John Hopkins, Keesha Bush-Trenerry and Peri Champoux.

Sacramento Sirens and "Good Work Now"

2009-05-15T17:21:00.002-07:00

On April 8th, guests included Brian Moffit, the producer and host of "Good Work Now", "the only show for finding and creating good work". Also, Amy Richardson, Tanya Grandison and Kim Bradshaw of the Sacramento Sirens were also present.

"Broadcast Blues" and Sacramento 4-H

2009-05-15T17:18:00.002-07:00

Filmmaker Sue Wilson was present for our March 18th segment to talk about her new documentary "Broadcast Blues". In addition, Rita Boyes of Sacramento County 4-H, was on to share information about the 'Club Program', 'Youth Experiences in Science'.

Jewish Film Festival and PCS

2009-04-27T10:12:00.000-07:00

Margie Park, Co-Founder of the Jewish Film Festival, was on 'LiveWire' February 2nd. She was joined by Access Sacramento Executive Director Ron Cooper for the 10 year anniversary of the 'A Place Called Sacramento' Film Festival announcement.

Listen Up! Sacramento and "Lyrebird: Tales of Helpmann

2009-03-18T12:17:00.003-07:00

Listen Up! Sacramento is a new show featuring live local bands and present was Erika Kjestrom, Producer for the show. It premiered on Access Sacramento, Channel 17. Next, Tyler Coppin from "Lyrebird: Tales of Helpmann" (24th Street Theatre).

AFICE and InterAct

2009-02-02T16:52:00.002-08:00

Guests from the nonprofit organization Academic Foundation For International Cultural Exchange (AFICE) and Interact were present on January 21, 2009 for 'LiveWire'.

California Stage and Midtown Players

2009-01-14T09:54:00.005-08:00

This Wednesday was an all-new segment of 'LiveWire' with guests from California Stage and Midtown Players for the benefit for Loaves and Fishes.

'LiveWire' Christmas Special

2009-01-12T10:00:00.006-08:00

This week we had our annual Christmas Special on 'LiveWire'. It featured Host Bob Crimmins, elves from Kids Corporation, Singer Carla Meyer, Storyteller Brian Hilleburt and Santa Clause and Mrs. Clause. This special one-hour segment included Christmas carols, storytelling, and an hour of fun!

Urban League and Gray Panthers

2009-01-09T16:14:00.002-08:00

On December 12th our guest included James C. Shelby from the Greater Sacramento Urban League and Arnie Godmintz and Margaret J. Metzler, Co-convener of the Gray Panthers and Healthcare Education Manager.

Housing Now and 'The Women of Lockerbie'

2009-01-05T16:08:00.002-08:00

On December 3, 2008 we featured guests from Housing Now and Host Ray Tatar introduced the performance of 'The Women of Lockerbie', a production by California Stage.

Run for the Hungry and Life in Session

2009-01-05T15:51:00.002-08:00

On our November 19th segment of LiveWire we were joined by guests from the 15th Annual Run to Feed the Hungry. In addition, guests from Life in Session were also present for this segment.

'Curl up with a Book'

2009-01-05T15:27:00.002-08:00

Jaleh Donaldson and Diane Farr joined us for 'Curl up with a Book' on the November 12th segment of LiveWire.

California Stage and Housing Now

2008-12-23T11:44:00.002-08:00

On November 5th, we were joined by Patti Uplinger, the executive director of Housing Now and Robert Rogers. In addition, guests from California Stage were present to talk about their production of 'The Women of Lockerbie'.

Kids Corporation

2008-12-23T11:41:00.002-08:00

Our Halloween special, which took place on October 29th, featured several young guests from Kids Corporation.

Open Grave, H.P.I. and Gold Rush Ghosts

2008-12-23T11:37:00.003-08:00

Our October 22nd segment featured Jeani Rector from the 'Open Grave' Novel, Shannon McCabe from H.P.I. Paranormal, and Nancy Bradley from Gold Rush Ghosts.

Sacramento Horror Film Festival and API Paranormal Investigations

2008-11-18T11:55:00.003-08:00

Mr. Lobo from the Sacramento Horror Film Festival, present to share more information about the festival and the films and David Bender and Ann Overhiser from American Paranormal Investigations.

In Alliance, Inc. and SIGLFF

2008-09-26T11:37:00.005-07:00

On October 8th guests were present from InAlliance, Inc and the Sacramento International Gay and Lesbian Film Festival.

Serna Village and PCS

2008-09-26T10:08:00.006-07:00

Special guest Alison Wells, from Serna Village, was present on this week's segment to discuss the film Sweet Lemonade, which will be appearing at the Crest Theatre for the 'A Place Called Sacramento' Film Festival. We'd also like to remind you again to purchase tickets for the 'A Place Called Sacramento' Film Festival on October 5th.

California Arts Day and PCS

2008-09-26T09:41:00.003-07:00

On September 17th we were joined by guests from the California Arts Council in regard to California Arts Day, an annual celebration that takes place in communities across the state. The theme for this year is California Imagination. For more information, visit http://www.cac.ca.gov/. Next, we'd like to remind everyone that the 'A Place Called Sacramento' Film Festival will be taking place October 5, 2008 at 1:00pm, at the Crest Theatre. Tickets are $10.00 and can be purchased online or by phone (916) 456-8600 ext. 0. Be sure not to miss out on this spectactular event!

Krazy Sac Ladz and First Room Theatre Guild

2008-09-18T16:09:00.006-07:00

On September 10th, Lisa Armstrong, the president of Krazy Ladz, an all female car club dedicated to helping prevent homelessness in the Sacramento area for girls and boys, ages 7 to 18 joined us on the show. Also, guest from the First Room Theatre Guild were present on 'LiveWire'.

Blind Olympics and Taste of Sacramento

2008-09-09T16:22:00.003-07:00

Our last 'LiveWire' segment featured guests from the Blind Olympics and Taste of Sacramento, a benefit for the Easter Seals, a nonprofit organization giving people with disabilities the chance for have opportunity to live, learn, work and play in their community.

Next Generation and California Stage

2008-08-28T10:21:00.004-07:00

Our last segment of 'LiveWire' included guests from Next Gen and California Stage announcing their upcoming production 'Mixtitlan', which begins September 6th and lasts through October 5th.

United Way and Humor Times

2008-08-18T12:38:00.008-07:00

On Wednesday, August 20th we will be featuring an interview with Steve Heath from United Way. Other guests will be present from Humor Times. So, don't forget to tune into this all-new segment of 'LiveWire' at 5:00pm on Comcast Channel 17 or on http://www.accesssacramento.org/.

Miss Gun

2008-08-11T09:55:00.003-07:00

Be sure to watch this week's segment of 'LiveWire' with guest performers from the Volf Production of Miss Gun, a burlesque show which premiered at Club Zokku on July 29, 2008. The show will continue on through August.

Fine Arts Festival of Elk Grove and Sanctified H.O.T.T.I.E.

2008-08-04T10:57:00.004-07:00

Watch an all-new segment of ‘LiveWire' with a special musical performance by Leslie Sandefur from the Fine Arts Festival of Elk Grove and author Damita Carthen, of the Sanctified H.O.T.T.I.E., an inspirational book that promotes a positive body image for women without having to compromise religious beliefs or morals.

2008-08-04T10:56:00.003-07:00

Tune in for an exciting new segment of 'LiveWire' this Wednesday at 5:00pm and meet the cast members and Writer/Director Justin Buettner of the edge-of-your-seat thriller Sawtooth. Also, see a premiere of the trailer of this full-length feature film. The film Sawtooth will be released in 2009.

Blue Avocado and The Infamous Swanks

2008-08-04T10:54:00.002-07:00

Jan Masoaka from the Blue Avocado, a nonprofit online magazine that helps other nonprofit organizations, was present for this segment of ‘LiveWire’ along with rockabilly trio from Northern California, The Infamous Swanks.

O.K. Program and Friends of the Fair

2008-08-04T10:03:00.004-07:00

This segment of ‘LiveWire’ included guests from the O.K. Program and Harry Moos of the California State Fair, who was here to talk about Grape and Gourmet, which benefits the Ag Scholarship.

7-2-08 "SAMMIES" Day!

2008-07-03T18:16:00.003-07:00

Sacramento News & Review's Event Producer and Media Relations Manager Kelli Guerriero gives us the inside scoop of this years SAMMIES as well as shares the history and transformation of the SAMMIES. Also, 2008 SAMMIES Nominee "The Ancient Sons" plays a couple of thier harmonious tunes.

6-25-08 Bodytribe and Best of Broadway

2008-07-03T17:48:00.003-07:00

Imagine old time tradional weight lifters who do it for the art and the challenge and mix it with Second Saturday Art Walk and you get Bodytribe. Chip Conrad, creator of Body tribe, author of "Lift with Your Head", and Second Saturday Art Host joins us and shares his philosophies and appreciation of art. Also on this show David L. MacDonald, Producer of "Best of Broadway" joins us to share about his fabulous fundraising event! He brings Broadway to Sacramento!

6-18-08 Del Paso Heights Farmer's Market & California Stage

2008-07-03T17:38:00.003-07:00

Kelani Eldar and Patrice Bolton-Johnson from the Del Paso Heights Farmer's Market talk about the Mutual Assistance Network. This very special Farmer's Market has all the tradional elements of a typical farmer's market , but this market is extra special and excepts WIC and EBT cards, making locally grown fresh fruits and veggies available to all. This show also features a performance by the cast from California Stage's " The Effect of Gamma Rays on Man-in-the Moon- Marigolds" featuring Deborah Shalhoub, Jackie O'Brien, and Carissa Meagher.

6-11-08 Veterans History Project and Planned Parenthood

2008-07-03T17:23:00.003-07:00

This week we are joined by R.S.V.P. (Retired Seniors Volunteer Program) Gail Hoberman and Laureen Anderson, and we have the honor of premiering the trailer for "The Veterans History Project". They have collected the stories of veterans of all ages including a Marine Veteran from Desert Storm and Advocate for Equal Rights for Gay Veterans, Ray Allen, who also joined us on the show. Also, durring the show our guest was Kathyrn McLearan form Planned Parenthood. She shared information about the non-profit organization and we talked about the "Facts of Life Line" where poeple can learn about womens health.

6-04-08 International festival and I-5 update

2008-06-30T17:54:00.003-07:00

Sacramento presents the International Festival featuring dancers, singers, and artisens from the many diverse cultures our wonderful world has to offer. And Mark Dinger let us in on some vital information reguarding the state of the Interstate 5 project. He plans to join us when the project is complete to let us know of any other future plans. We'll keep you posted!

5-28-08 Hope for the Homeless featuring Rachel Bird

2008-06-30T17:50:00.004-07:00

We are joined by Hope for the Homeless volunteers and sponsers and they share thier inspiration for this worthy cause. They bring with them singer and musician Rachel Bird who inspirational lyrics and voice bring a positive and supportive light.

5-21-08 Strawberry Picnic & Poet William Hughes

2008-06-30T17:42:00.003-07:00

Learn about Florin area history at the Strawberry Picnic and Poet and Playwrite William M. Hughes joins us and shares his Iconic poetry on subjects like James Dean and The Doors and also the insights and truths he learned while traveling to thier hometowns and memorials.

The Sacramento Sirens and California Stage "Love Isadora"

2008-05-19T11:29:00.004-07:00

May 14th, 2008. Women's football team The Sacramento Sirens was our guest on this week's show. Represented by Robin Medinger, Defensive End and Robin Grove,Offensive Tackle. We got a glimpse of the fun and excitement of the world of women's football. We also got a sneak peak of a play about the life of dancer, Isadora Duncan called "Love Isadora" presented by California Stage. Actor Lori Russo, who portrays Isabella and the playwright Rick Foster shared their inspirations with us.

May is Bike Month and singer "Marcel"

2008-05-19T11:22:00.004-07:00

April 7th, 2008. May is Bike Month and we were joined by representative and Lincoln Council Member Tom Cosgrove to share about it. Also singer-songwriter "Marcel" joined us and shared his wonderful voice with us.

Scary Art Collective Artist Nicolas Caesar and band "Essex"

2008-05-19T11:11:00.006-07:00

April 30th, 2008. Scary and Fun artwork by Nicolas Caesar, founder of The Scary Art Collective was the feature of this week's show. He shared his work and promoted the many other great artists in the The Scary Art Collective. Later we were entertained by a super fun band called "Essex" . They are a full band and we got to hear an acoustic version of songs like Abba's Dancing Queen.

Team Astroaraneae, The Mighty Tether, and Musician John Farias

2008-05-19T10:51:00.004-07:00

On April 23rd our guests included Michael Remington of Team Astroaraneae who are working on the tether competition for a possible future "Space Elevator" and Documatary Film Maker Jeremey Dinovo, shares a clip from his film "The Mighty Tether", about the tether competition. Later in the show we were joined by musician John Farias, a past recipient of the SMAC Award and Host of annual charity show "Acoustic Jam".

Isabella's Animal Show

2008-04-07T15:31:00.005-07:00

On Wednesday, April 16th there was a very special LiveWire episode with the premiere of "Isabella's Animal Show", we met Isabella and saw the full show on LiveWire. Stay tuned to Access Sacramento for future episodes of "Isabella's Animal Show" which is currently in Production.

Lambda Performers and PCS update

2008-04-07T15:28:00.007-07:00

Guests on LiveWire on Wednesday, April 9th were performances from the Lambda performers and a PCS update from Access Sacramento's Executive Director, Ron Cooper.

Arts In River Park featuring Earl. J. Rivard and N.C. Civil Engineers

2008-04-07T15:20:00.003-07:00

On April 2, 2008 the LiveWire guests included Musician Earl J. Rivard and the Northern California Civil Engineers.

Sacramento Film Festival, Ranchero, and Michaelangelface.

2008-04-02T16:11:00.004-07:00

The April 2nd segment included guests from the Sacramento Film Festival, the film Ranchero and a musical performance from artist Michaelangelface.

Northern California Egg Artists and the Sacramento Zoo

2008-03-28T16:54:00.004-07:00

Diana Marcias from the Northern California Egg Artists made an appearance on March 19 with a fascinating display of egg creations. Also, Mary Healy from the Sacramento Zoo was present to share some information on current events.

Beyond Reality Radio, API Investigations and Movies On A Big Screen

2008-03-28T16:41:00.003-07:00

Our March 12 segment included Amy Bruni from Beyond Reality Radio, David Bender from American Paranormal Investigations and Robert McKeown from Movies On A Big Screen.

Kappa Alpha Psi and the 'Place Called Sacramento' Scriptwriting Workshop Announcement

2008-03-07T10:32:00.004-08:00

On March 5th guests an announcement was made for the scriptwriting workshops for the 'A Place Called Sacramento' Film Festival. Stepper Jonathan Comminey from Kappa Alpha Psi was our second guest.

Alzheimer's Aid Society and Child Action Inc.

2008-03-07T10:29:00.003-08:00

On February 27th John Gorman from the Alzheimer's Aid Society and Rachel Minnick from Child Action Incorporated appeared to share information about each organization.

Morris Brothers League and California Stage

2008-03-07T10:23:00.003-08:00

Twin brothers Donte and Dominic Morris were present to talk about the baseball league they created together after a failed attempt at becoming part of the California State University baseball team. Guests from California Stage also appeared to discuss an upcoming performance.

Sacramento Philharmonic Orchestra and the Sacramento French Film Festival

2008-03-07T10:01:00.003-08:00

On February 13 guests included Director Marc Feldman from the Sacramento Philharmonic Orchestra and Conductor Laura Jackson here to discuss 'Fantastique'. Our second guest was Cecil Moulette Downs from the Sacramento French Film Festival.

Film Commission, The Capitaloires, and Script Call For 'A Place Called Sacramento' Film Fesival

2008-03-07T09:50:00.003-08:00

Film Commissioner Lucy Steffents guest appeared on our February 6th show along with the Capitaloires Illusion Quartet. The script call for our 9th annual 'A Place Called Sacramento' Film Festival took place during this segment.

H.P.I. Paranormal and the Sacramento Jewish Film Festival

2008-03-07T09:47:00.004-08:00

On January 30th guest included Shannon McCabe from the H.P.I. Paranormal Conference and Margaret Park from the Sacramento Jewish Film Festival.

AFICE and Exhange Student From Afghanistan

2008-03-07T09:38:00.004-08:00

Guests from the Academic Foundation For International Cultural Exchange along with Wafa Mohammad Sultani, an exchange student from Afghanistan, were present on our January 23rd segment.

California Stage and West Sacramento Sikhs

2008-03-07T09:31:00.005-08:00

On Wednesday, January 16 our guests included Dr. Jasvinder Badwalz and Jasbir K. Gahunia from the West Sacramento Sikhs and guests from California Stage's Kitchen Witches.

Santa Claus is Coming to Town ! !

2007-12-18T18:11:00.001-08:00

Santa Claus is Coming to Town ! !

December 19, 2007

Channel 17, "Live" at 5pm

The magic of Christmas is in the air and the New Year is just around the corner...it's a perfect time to take a break from work and cherish the warmth of the season. Santa Claus himself will be here "live" to chat with pre-school aged kids. Plus, the Victorian Noel Carolers and of course Mrs. Claus. Please join us for this one-hour holiday special. Perfect for young and old alike! For more information go to www.AccessSacramento.org or www.avictoriannoel.com.

The Deadliest Catch

2007-12-12T11:06:00.000-08:00

Crab Kings

by Sam McManis

SacramentoBee, September 4, 2007

CRAB KINGS

The Stanley brothers risk their lives along with the fishermen to film "Deadliest Catch". There they were last September, all duded up and cruising down Hollywood Boulevard in a stretch limousine on the way to the Creative Arts Emmy Awards ceremonies. Across the street from Grauman's Chinese Theatre was a billboard, bigger than life, showing camera toting Todd Stanley dangling over the roiling sea at the end of a long crane. "Discovery Channel," the billboard read "Discover what it takes to get the shot."

You won't want to miss this LiveWire!! Tune in, today at 5pm, when Ray will talk "Live" to the Stanley Brothers, Todd and Doug.

Polar Express

2007-12-04T18:05:00.000-08:00

November 30-December 2,

December 7-9 and December 14-16

The Polar Express Train Ride™

All Aboard for a magical visit to the North Pole! Experience the magic of a train ride based on The Polar Express™, the classic children's book by Chris Van Allsburg. Enjoy hot chocolate and cookies while your very special train rolls along, and listen as the magical story is narrated once again. (916) 445-8270. These same weekends, "Heritage Holidays" takes place throughout Old Sacramento. For more information about all of the activities throughout Old Sacramento, visit http://www.oldsacramento.com/.
Tune in to LiveWire Wednesday December 5th when our guest will the Executive Director of the California Railroad Museum, Paul Hammond. For more information about the museum call 916.445.6645 or http://www.csrmf.org/.

The Children's Nutcracker

2007-12-04T17:14:00.000-08:00

Teens visions of plum role fulfilled

From the Sacramento Bee, November 30, 2006

by Edgar Sanchez

Kinsey Webb was only 3 when she first saw The Nutcracker.

A couple years later, she saw it again - and by then was dreaming of someday performing a lead role in the holiday classic ballet.

Her dream came true last year, when this Granite Bay High School sophomore, first performed as a Sugar Plum Fairy in the Sacramento Youth Ballet's "Children's Nutcracker" at the 24th Street Theatre in Sacramento.

Tune in to LiveWire on December 5th, and enjoy an enchanting interview with both Kinsey Webb & Prima Ballerina and Artistic Director, Sonja Bardin. Stay tuned to the end of the show and be treated to a snippet of this production and a stage full of costumed characters. See the Children's Nutcracker, Sunday December 9, 2007 at 2pm at the 24th Street Theatre. For more information call (916) 452-2840

Starry Messenger

2007-11-27T15:00:00.000-08:00

California Stage expands new schools program with a play about Galileo starring local TV star "Captain Mitch"!

Starry Messenger

December 1 - December 16

California Stage, 25th & R Streets

Tune in to LiveWire on Wednesday, when our guests will be actress, Bonnie Antonini, as Sister Maria Celeste and actor Mitch Agruss "Captain Mitch" as Galileo.

Winter Wonderland at Fairytale Town

2007-11-27T14:04:00.000-08:00

Fairytale Town

December Special Events!

Winter Wonderland

Saturday, December 1, 2007, 11am - 3pm

Santa's elves are quietly transforming the land of enchantment into a Winter Wonderland for Fairytale Town fans large and small. The park will be brimming with holiday decor, activities and of course, The Clauses.

Christmas Eve Free Day

Monday, December 24, 2007, 10am - 2pm

Fairytale Town will open its gates on this special Monday until 2pm. As a gift from Fairytale Town, visitors receive free admission.

Tune in to watch LiveWire, this Wednesday, November 28, when our guests will be Executive Director, Kathryn Fleming and at her side, Humpty Dumpty.

Gunpowder Man

2007-11-13T17:30:00.000-08:00

Gunpowder Man

Now through November 25th

at California Stage

"Gunpowder Man" is the story of a young Chinese woman who, together with her twin brother, flees her homeland in 1865 when the Taiping Rebellion collapses. Disguised as a boy she works on the Central Pacific Railroad, facing and overcoming her worst fears. In the 1870s the twins settle in a mining town in the Sierra and then have to face the rising tide of racism that sweeps the West

For more information call 451-5822 or check out www.calstage.org .

West Sacramento Historical Society

2007-11-13T17:00:00.000-08:00

West Sacramento Historical Society

is a nonprofit, membership supported organization dedicated to preserving, protecting and promoting the history of West Sacramento and East Yolo County.

Riverboats moored in the Sacramento River at Broderick. The M Street Bridge (photo to left & cover of Images of America: West Sacramento) was replaced in 1935 by the Tower Bridge. The California State Rice Milling Co. is in the upper right corner. For more information about the West Sacramento Historical Society call (916) 374-1849 or www.westsachistoricalsociety.org .

Tune in to LiveWire, Wednesday November 14, when our guests will be Vice President, Jim Brewer and President, Thom Lewis. Learn more about the secrets that are hidden in this historic treasure.

Haunted Places in Sacramento

2007-10-31T14:13:00.001-07:00

Haunting and Paranormal Investigators, HPI will be our guest tonight with their President and founder, Shannon McCabe. She will disclose the many haunted sites that are located right here in Sacramento. Make a list of these locations, and you too can check them out for yourself. Don't miss the second half of the "LiveWire Halloween Special" tonight at 5pm. http://www.hpiparanormal.net/

Spooky Stories

2007-10-31T13:58:00.000-07:00

Award-winning storyteller, Francie Dillon will on hand tonight for our 1st Halloween "Trick or Treat" Special. About a dozen local kids will sit with Francie while she tells them spooky participation stories. Plus they will get a Trick or Treat surprise before they leave. Don't miss this heart warming Halloween special, October 31st at 5pm. The encore is scheduled for Thursday evening at 7:30pm.

Robert's Family Development Center

2007-10-23T11:13:00.000-07:00

Robert's Family Development Center

robertsfdc.com

(916) 646-6631

The Robert's Family Development Center provide services focusing on early childhood & family education. Tune in to LiveWire this Wednesday when our guest will be Derrell Roberts, owner.

Sacramento Horror Film Festival

2007-10-16T17:51:00.001-07:00

Sacramento Horror Film Festival

October 19-21st

Colonial Theatre, Sacramento

Tune in to LiveWire this week, when our guest will be Festival Director, Tim Meunier.

For more information go to http://www.sachorrorfilmfest.com

Midtown Stomp

2007-10-15T09:23:00.000-07:00

www.Midtownstomp.com

(916) 221-1500

Join us Wednesday, when our guests will be Midtown Stomp owner, Scott Kaufman and dance instructor, Matt Erickson. Plus a special treat from dancers Tina Erickson and Eric Pine as they beautiful perform the Charleston and the Lindy Hop. You don't want to miss this show!

Sacramento Int. Gay & Lesbian Film Festival

2007-10-10T10:57:00.000-07:00

Sacramento International Gay and Lesbian Film Festival

Thursday, October 11th thru Saturday, October 13th

Crest Theatre, 1013 K Street, Sacramento, CA

SIGLFF.org

Tune in to LiveWire today at 5pm, when our guests will be Patti Barcena and Michael Dennis of the Sacramento International Gay and Lesbian Fiim Ferstival.

James "The Educator"

2007-10-09T12:35:00.001-07:00

Mixed Martial Arts Fighter, James "The Educator" recently defeated Dustin "The Rooster" Arden. Unfortunately, James had to back out of his October 27th, King of the Cage title fight, due to injury. Take a look at this photo, where James breaks his arm over the other guys head
(He still won the fight).
For more information http://www.jamestheeducator.com/

Tune in to LiveWire this Wednesday, October 10, when local middle school teacher James "The Educator" will be our guest.

Being Lisa

2007-10-02T18:21:00.000-07:00

A Place Called Sacramento Film Festival

Being Lisa
By Becca Louisell

Finding yourself takes courage. Loving another is complicated. Lisa and Jason explore the possibilities in a film also selected for the 2007 Sacramento Gay and Lesbian Film Festival.

Tune into LiveWire, Wednesday October 3, when our guests will be Filmmaker, Becca Louisell, Director, Gene Hoisington and Actor/Director, Amara Stefani.

Home-School

2007-10-02T16:59:00.001-07:00

A Place Called Sacramento Film Festival

Home-School

by Stephen Thomas Darmstandler

Mr D. knows Blake has potential but learning doesn't stop at the classroom door. Threats of violence and family indifference are hard lessons overcome. What path will Blake choose?

Watch LiveWire this Wednesday, when our guest will be filmmaker, Stephen Thomas Darmstandler. www.youtube.com/cetaniman

Access Sacramento Presents

2007-10-01T17:08:00.000-07:00

A Place Called Sacramento Film Festival

Premeire of 10 Local Films

Sunday October 7th, 2007

1:00pm

The Crest Theatre

1013 K Street, Sacramento

456-8600 or www. AccessSacramento.org

Bedrock

2007-09-24T13:43:00.001-07:00

Bedrock

by Mary London

Inherit a rock? Crystal remembers her Aunt and the many blessings to be found along the American River. Does the memory of the considerate little girl Crystal once was rekindle tender lessons from the past?

Join us on LiveWire this week when our guest will be filmmaker, Mary London. Her film will be featured at the A Place Called Sacramento Film Festival, October 7th at the Crest Theatre.

The Sac Effect

2007-09-24T13:32:00.000-07:00

The Sac Effect

by Jeff McPhee

LA Attitude vs. The Sac Effect?

Charlie finds love in all the wrong places. Good Day Sacramento's Mark S. Allen has a cameo in a "LA Attitude" colonge commercial which prompts a Sacramento "knock-off" and invites a unwanted "chase scene" though the streets of downtown Sacramento.

Tune in to LiveWire, September 26th when our guests will be lead actor, Miles Miniaci and filmmaker, Jeff McPhee. This film is featured at A Place Called Sacramento Film Festival, October 7th, 2007 at the Crest Theatre.

Rock 'n Roll is Here to Stay

2007-09-18T12:57:00.000-07:00

Sacramento Capitolaires presents

Rock 'n Roll is Here to Stay

Saturday, October 6th, 2007

1:30pm and 7:00pm

6365 Douglas Blvd., Granite Bay

http://www.capitolaires.org/ or call 916.371-5156

Watch LiveWire, September 19th, our guests will be Bill Quaglia and Dave Jones of the Sacramento Capitolaires.

Stepping Out to Cure Scleroderma

2007-09-18T12:17:00.000-07:00

The Scleroderma Foundation's Northern California Chapter is holding is 5th annual Stepping Out To Cure Scleroderma walk

at 10:00am (registration starts at 9:00am ) on September 30, starting at the west steps of the State Capitol and looping around Old Sacramento. The walk is dedicated to all who cope with the disease every day, and the money raised goes towards the organization's 3-fold mission of support, eduation, and research.

Tune in this Wednesday, September 19th, when our guests will be Cathy Eddy, incoming President of local chapter and Amanda Garcia, Emcee and volunteer.

http://www.scleroderma.org/ or 916.832.1102

United Way Campaign Kick-Off

2007-09-10T17:49:00.000-07:00

The Community Giving Campaign Kick-off on September 14 for both the United Way and the California State Employees Charitable Campaign. Both campaigns provide an oppportunity for employees to give though their paycheck to an organization of their choice.

Tune in to LIVEWIRE this week, when our guest will be Steve Heath, President and CEO of our local United Way. For more info: YourLocalUnitedWay.org or (916) 368-3000.

A Taste of Sacramento

2007-09-10T17:24:00.000-07:00

This premier tasting event will be held on September 14th, 2007 at the Sacramento Convention Center and will feature more than 70 of Sacramento's greatest breweries, wineries and restuarants as well as a silent auction with more than 100 items. This events benefits Easter Seals or Superior California.

Tune in to LIVEWIRE Wednesday September 12th, when our guests will be Nicole Michon and Gary Novak.

Rhythm on the River

2007-08-31T17:43:00.000-07:00

Every Wednesday night at 7:00pm in Waterfront Park, September 5th through October 10th. Old Sacrameto will celecbrate diversity through dance and music by offering Rhythm on the River as a free event. For more info about Rhythm on the River contact (916) 445-3101 or http://www.oldsacramento.com/.

This event is a preview of the 2008 Sacramento World Music and Dance Festival that celebrates the rich culture that formed Sacramento. http://www.sacramentoworldfestival.com/

Tune in to LiveWire this week, our guests will be Lina Fat and Carol Van Bruggen.

The Best of Broadway

2007-08-31T17:33:00.000-07:00

It's not Broadway, It's...

The Best of Broadway

Celebrating

Its 35th anniversary.

SOUNDS OF THE CITY

September 7-30, 2007

Tune to LIVEWIRE, Wednesday, September 5th, as we talk about this long running local favorite with guests Sandra and Robert Stanley.

A PATRIOT ACT: The Trial of George W. Bush

2007-08-28T18:03:00.000-07:00

The trail of George W. Bush is exactly as it sounds: California Stage will put George W. Bush on trial--and it's audiences may act as the jury and witnesses, and may actually testify to help determine if the president has improperly used his office, violated the constitution, or is innocent of all charges.

charged with DERELICTION OF DUTY, WAR CRIMES and TREASON the 43rd President of the United States puts his case before you, The People.

Tune in to LiveWire this week, August 29th, when our guests will be Athena Bergen, Mark Stone, Greg Koski, Michael Gerabedian and William Bergen. LiveWire viewers will be treated to a sneak peek at this controversial performance project. Plus talk with some of the actors.

Frankie and Johnny in the Claire de Lune

2007-08-21T16:23:00.000-07:00

Actor's Theatre of Sacramento presents Frankie and Johnny in the Claire de Lune by Terrence McNally. Gritty love story directed by award-winning Ed Claudio; opens Friday August 31st, 2007 and runs thru October 7th.

The Actor's Theatre of Sacramento located at the California Stage Complex, 1721 25th St. (25th & R St) Sacramento, CA 95816. For more info call (916) 456-7066 or go online to: http://www.actinsac.com/.

Tune in to LiveWire this week when our guest will Mary Beth Barber, the actress who plays Frankie. "Unlike most traditional romances, Frank and Johnny starts with a orgasm and deals with the question of 'where do we go from here?'" says director, Claudio.