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Notebook — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 12:14:09 +0000

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Nashoba Youth Orchestra Fall audition applications now being accepted

nyo — Mon, 05 Jul 2010 12:59:08 +0000

The Nashoba Youth Orchestra (NYO) is accepting applications for its fall orchestra auditions, which will occur on August 30, 2010 in Westford, MA. Sign up for an audition here.

Westford CAT Announces Local Access Programming on Verizon

Notebook — Tue, 23 Mar 2010 21:21:09 +0000

Westford, Massachusetts – March 22, 2010 - Great news for Verizon FiOS TV subscribers in Westford! Westford’s Local Access station, Westford Community Access Television (Westford CAT) is now broadcasting most of its Public, Educational and Government (PEG) content on Verizon’s FiOS TV service. “We’re excited to provide Verizon subscribers with informative local programming such as replays of Westford government meetings and creative, locally produced shows!”, said Erica Davidson, President of Westford CAT.

You’ll find our regular Public Access programming on Verizon FiOS TV channel 35, Educational Access programming on channel 33 and Government Access programming on channel 34. Check out the programming schedule for all PEG content, available on Westford CAT’s website: www.westfordcat.org.

Please note that live Westford CAT programming will only be available in late April – early May. This allows Verizon and Westford CAT to install and test additional network equipment required for live shows from other locations in Westford. Visit our website for the latest news on Westford CAT’s Verizon availability and any additional news and information. If you have any comments or questions please click on the Contact Us link on our website and leave us a note.

About Westford CAT

Westford Community Access Television, Inc. (Westford CAT) is a non-profit corporation charged with the mission to promote and encourage the use of local cable access to enhance a free and diverse exchange of ideas and interests that foster community participation and educational opportunities. Members of the Westford CAT board are Anees Buxamusa, Erica Davidson, Tony Janeczek, Ira Keltz, John Pratt, Kelly Ross and Debbie Ryan.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:

Ms. Erica Davidson, President

Westford Community Access Television, Inc.487 Groton Road, Unit B

Westford, Massachusetts 01886

978-692-7152 or 978 392-7948

Westford Community Access Television, Inc. Announces New Web Site

Notebook — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 20:31:42 +0000

Westford, Massachusetts – On January 18, Westford Community Access Television, Inc. (Westford CAT) took the latest step in its ongoing improvement plan with the launch of an all-new website. Visitors to www.westfordcat.org will immediately notice a new look, improved navigation, and a host of new interactive features including an online program schedule and online video.

Monday’s launch of the new website is the culmination of a one year-plus effort to improve viewer, supporter and content producer interaction with Westford CAT, the non-profit organization managing the town’s Public, Educational and Government access channels 8, 9 and 10 on the Comcast network. “The Westford CAT board is very excited about rolling out these new services to the town”, said Erica Davidson, Westford CAT President. Davidson added that another primary goal of the refresh is to enhance the video content production process through best-practice sharing and the use of modern online collaboration tools.

With the new website, the public can learn all about the Westford CAT organization and find out what’s going on at the Groton Road studio with a new event calendar. Viewers will also now be able to see locally produced shows online anywhere they can access the Internet and whenever they want. The new Westford CAT website also provides an interactive weekly program schedule and a “what’s on now” feature that spotlights programs currently running on Comcast cable channels 8, 9 and 10. Online surveys and other interactive features have been added to make it easier for Westford CAT viewers to provide feedback and discuss program content. “The website also provides producers with a web page that makes it easier for you to share information about your shows”, said Ira Keltz, Board Member and Producer.

Westford CAT recently launched this new website.

Many back office enhancements have been implemented along with the new website, providing a platform for Westford CAT studio staff and volunteers to streamline the production process and more easily update online content. Among the most important is a new Leightronix UltraNexus video server that not only streams programming to the cable channels, but also formats the content for presentation and replay on the www.westfordcat.org website. This helps the studio staff more efficiently manage online video featured on the Westford CAT website.

Another strategic move was to migrate the website from a labor-intensive HTML to an open-source Drupal platform that allows easier and more frequent content updates by studio & volunteer staff. The technology and vendor selection process was undertaken by a team of community volunteers who came together to form a new Westford CAT Web Committee. Committee leaders managed the effort, providing benchmark analysis, vendor recommendations and regular implementation progress reports to the Westford CAT Board. Charles River Web, a Boston-area website developer experienced with Drupal, was selected as the primary vendor, while Westford-based Middlesex Design provided layout and design services.

“In today’s 24×7 world, people are more connected than ever, so we are thrilled to bring this new more interactive Westford CAT website to residents, friends and family wherever they may be.” said Westford CAT president Erica Davidson.

To view the new website, please visit www.westfordcat.org

About Westford CAT

Westford Community Access Television, Inc. (Westford CAT) is a non-profit corporation charged with the mission to promote and encourage the use of local cable access to enhance a free and diverse exchange of ideas and interests that foster community participation and educational opportunities. Members of the Westford CAT board are Erica Davidson, Tony Janeczek, Ira Keltz, Doug Morin, John Pratt, Kelly Ross and Debbie Ryan.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:

Ms. Erica Davidson, President

Westford Community Access Television, Inc.

487 Groton Road, Unit B

Westford, Massachusetts 01886

978-692-7152 or 978 392-7948

Toastmaster’s Public Speaking group meets in Westford. New members invited.

Notebook — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 12:26:28 +0000

Toastmaster’s Public Speaking group meets on the first, third, and fifth Wednesdays of every month from 12:00pm to 1:00pm at Juniper Networks – 10 Technology Park Drive. Come and visit a meeting.

http://synergists.freetoasthost.net/

Westford Friends and Newcomers welcomes new members.

Notebook — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 01:38:43 +0000

Are you looking to make new friends and become more involved in the Westford community? Whether you are a new arrival to the area or a lifelong resident, the Westford Friends and Newcomers club provides an opportunity for all neighbors to come together in a casual, welcoming environment.

The club s diverse daytime and evening activities include book discussion groups, family gatherings, ladies away weekend, children s outings and playgroup, adult socials, outdoor adventures, holiday parties, community service projects, craft groups, fundraisers and more.

For more information, visit our web site at http://www.westford.com/newcomers

Local Music Rocks! featuring local bands now airs on Westford CAT TV8

Notebook — Tue, 09 Oct 2007 11:34:36 +0000

Local Music Rocks! is a new cable access show featuring local bands playing and talking about their original music. We recorded our first program on September 24th, 2007. The show has begun airing on Westford CAT’s channel 8 at the following days and times.

Wed. 4pm, Thurs. 6:30pm, Sat. and Sun. 10pm. If you live outside of Westford contact us and your local access provider to find out how to add this program to their schedule. If you’re interested in appearing on our show or have feedback, you can send it to localmusicrocks@juno.com or go to www.myspace.com/localmusicrockstv

Nashoba Valley Photo Club meets 1st and 3rd Wednesdays

Notebook — Thu, 01 Dec 2005 17:57:37 +0000

Click here to view the Nashoba Valley Photo Club web site for meeting dates and times at JV Fletcher Library.