Episodes
July 17, 2008 Official Alameda Theater Opening
Host: Jeff Cambra
See the official opening ceremony for the historic Alameda Theater. Mayor Beverly Johnson and the City Council welcomes residents and the Chamber of Commerce sponsors the ribbon cutting activities. You can even catch the Wizard of Oz.
July 10, 2008 Mayor's 4th of July Parade
July 3, 2008 Encore Performance
June 26, 2008 Encore Performance
June 19, 2008 Alameda Art Association Exhibit
Host: Larry Bill
Come in and see the work of the City's best artists. Meet the people that create the stunning landscapes, still lifes, and other thematic art. Host Larry Bill talks to A. John Kammer, Deborah Griffin, and Lily Abraham about their award winning pieces and Association President explains more about the Alameda Art Association.
June 12, 2008 Alameda Theater Gala
Hosts: Lynne McIntosh, John Latbury, Ro Bob Lundy Paine, and Jeff Cambra
Alameda Currents pulls out all the stops and brings viewers all the exciting events that were part of the Alameda Theater Gala. Lynne and John check out the "Red Carpet" fashions while Robert Lundy Paine explores the architecture, gala food from Asena Restaurant, beverages, youth volunteers, and takes viewers inside the projection room. Don't miss the interview with Jennifer Ott, Project Manager from the City of Alameda. Find out if Jeff Cambra stayed awake to see the entire Indiana Jones premier that started at 12:01 a.m. on Thursday morning.
June 5, 2008 ENCORE PERFORMANCE
May 29, 2008 St. Joseph's Gardens Galore
Host Jeff Cambra
This week host Jeff Cambra explores the St. Joseph's Gardens Galore fundraiser. Check out some of over 20 vendor, including Doug Biggs from Plough Shares Nursery. Then, we are off to take the tour of Margie and Virgil Silver's Recycle, Reuse, and Refurbish garden. Next is a private tour of Anne Cook's garden. Jeff heads back to the Meyer's House to preview several of thirty vintage bridal dresses on display and close the show with an in depth interview with Woody Minor, local historian and author. He provides viewers with a short biography of Henry H. Meyer and discusses the architecture of the Meyer's home.
May 22, 2008 Encore Performance
Hosts Lynne McIntosh & John Lathbury
Even though Valentine's Day 2008 is but a memory, this encore performance of Alameda Currents reminds us all that romance and romantic places are good the year round.
May 15, 2008 Park Street Spring Fair
Host Lynne McIntosh & John Lathbury
Visit Park Street with hosts Lynne McIntosh and John Lathbury as they check out the festivities at the Spring Fair. Lynne gets a temporary tatto while John explores a few of the many booths.
May 8, 2008 Cinco de Mayo Viva Alameda!
Host Elena Miramar & Jeff Cambra
Do you know the significance of Cinco de Mayo? Hosts Elena Miramar and Jeff Cambra visit Juanita's Mexican Restaurant, La Pinata #3, and Otaez to check out the celebration, ask Alamedans about Cinco de Mayo, learn more about Tequilla, and of course, enjoy a Margarita. You can meet the 2008 Queen of Cinco de Mayo. Also, check out the opening and closing credits. Computer animator Peter Davis volunteered his time to bring some animation to the show.
May 1, 2008 Encore Performance
Host Larry Bill
It has been a busy week for the production crew at Alameda Currents. Please enjoy this encore performance with Larry Bill exploring Alameda's coffee houses. Look for the May 8th Cinco de Mayo show.
April 24, 2008 Encore Performance
Host: Karen Zeltzer & Jeff Cambra
Revisit the February 28th episode shot at Havana.
April 17, 2008 The Hob Nob
Host: Larry Bill
Host Larry Bill introduces viewers to The Hob Nob and owners Mike and Amy Voisenat. Check out the truffle fries, learn about the exciting new menu, play one of many board games, and discover the "Make Your Own Bloody Mary" buffet at the weekend brunch. Come down on April 24th for the one year anniversary party.
April 10, 2008 Alameda on Camera
Host: Larry Bill
Alameda Currents visits The Frank Bette Center for the Arts to see the First Friday exibition opening of Alameda on Camera. Forty-eight photographers took pictures and incorporated these pictures into a variety of artwork. Debra Owen explains the event details. Clint Imboden tells viewers how he selected the winners. Four photographers tell what motivated them to produce the pieces in the show.
April 3, 2008 Premier of MY PEOPLE ARE
Host: Jeff Cambra
Alameda Currents presents the Alameda premier of My People Are. A movie about creating positive discussions around the mixed youth and trans-racial adoption experience. Hear comments from Alameda County Supervisor Alice Lai Bitker, Jilchristina Vest and Tarah Flemming - Co-Directors of iPride, and Rebecca Holder of the Alameda Multicultural Center.
March 27, 2008 Signs of Spring in Alameda
Host: Jeff Cambra
Host Jeff Cambra looks for the first signs of spring around Alameda. Check out the last City Council meeting. Alana Dill talks with Brooke Briggance about the Alameda Education Foundation's "Education is too valuable to throw away" campaign and why teachers, students, and concerned parents were standing in garbage cans along Park and Webster Streets. Carl Halpern takes viewers to the Peace Rally at City Hall commemmorating the 5th anniversary of the war in Iraq.
March 20, 2008 A visit with iPride
Host: Robert Lundy-Paine
AEF's "Education is too valuable to throw away" campaign; student protest over budget cuts, and highlights from State Superintendant Jack O'Connell's vist. Feature: Explore iPride and learn about mixed heritage youth through My People Are - Youth Pride in Mixed Heritage - a 20 minute movie by youth and about youth.
March 13, 2008 St. Patrick's Day
Host: Lynne McIntosh & John Lathbury
Lynne & John visit McGee's and McGraths Irish Pubs and visit three shops to learn more about the traditional St. Patrick's Day meal. AUSD Budget Crisis dominates the news. Preview Altarena's CHICAGO and learn more about mixed heritage youth with iPride.
March 6, 2008 Coffee Houses of Alameda
Host: Larry Bill
Tour of six coffee houses; AUSD proposed budget cuts; Real Estate prices in Alameda; AP&T Telecom Report; David Sanchez, President, CTA visits Alameda Schools.
February 28, 2008 Havana Cuban Restaurant
Hosts: Karen Zeltzer & Jeff Cambra
Inside of Havana Cuban Cuisine; State Budget Crisis impacts City and AUSD; School Parcel Tax Proposal; "Iko" bench dedication, Central Avenue bike lane installed.
February 21, 2008 Alameda Point Collaborative
Host: Karen Zeltzer
APC's Ploughshares Nursery; Planning Board Report: Jackson/ Broadway Interchange; Marina Village Improvements; Litigation Update: Collins Property; Alameda Animal Shelter Volunteer Coordinator-Tina Aedo
February 14, 2008 Webster Street Merchants
Host: Kathy Moehring
St. Barnabus School closes; SunCal time extension; Books 4 Bikes Judge rules on CLASS lawsuit
February 7, 2008 Unlikely Romantic Places
Hosts: Lynne McIntosh & John Lathbury
Ordinary chores become romantic; Rosenblum Winery sold; Parking Garage Dedication; Supervisor Alice Lai-Bitker's Emergency Preparedness Fair; Temple Israel's Jewish Chef's Series
January 31, 2008 Park Centre Animal Hospital
Host: Jeff Cambra
Councilmember Matarrese's Town Hall meeting; Special Olympics Bowling at AMF Lanes
January 24, 2008 Rosenblum Cellars
Host: Larry Bill
Route 63 Bus; AUSD Budget; SLOW FOOD; Altarena Playhouse
January 17, 2008 Asena Restaurant
Host: Robert Lundy-Paine
Host: Karen Zeltzer
Climate Control Rept; AUSD-Charter School; Golf Course
January 10, 2008 Bladium Sport Center
Host: Farah Nations
Council Action on Golf Course; Peralta College District LEED Program, Boards and Commissions vacancies
January 3, 2008 Pillow Park Plaza
Host: Jeff Cambra
ACLC; Alameda Hospital; Peets & CLASS lawsuit