The Grinch Comes to Colma
Over the past 8 years, Kingston Media has produced a series of parody commercials to promote shopping in the Town of Colma throughout the holidays. "The Grinch Comes to Colma", is the story of a young girl, Cindy Lou, who convinces The Grinch to take her shopping in Colma. They have a festive time together, and The Grinch catches the Christmas spirit.
"The Grinch Comes to Colma", along with two of our other spots are currently running on cable television networks throughout the Bay Area. Kingston Media is a television media buyer and assisted The Town of Colma with purchasing air time for these commercials which run until December 25, 2021. We hope that you have a safe and joyous Holiday season this year.
Redwood City: A Voyage of Innovation - The Rebirth of Downtown
"The Rebirth of Downtown" is a segment from Kingston Media's award-winning historical documentary: "Redwood City: A Voyage of Innovation". In the 1970's Redwood City's downtown was sarcastically called Deadwood City. During this period of US history, residential communities were thriving in the suburbs, but the health of many older downtowns across the nation began to struggle. Consumer behaviors began shifting from downtown retail stores to large scale shopping centers typically located outside the core of the city.
By the 1990s and into the new century, Redwood City began to focus on a systematic approach to address the needs of its residents. This process, called the “Redwood City Way” set a vision, enlisted feedback from the community, developed collaborations, and invested in infrastructure. Redwood City began to implement a master plan for revitalizing its' downtown which included a large scale cinema and retail project, as well as a community plaza to be located in front of the San Mateo County History Museum.
After over a decade of planning and construction, Redwood City's downtown was reborn, transforming this once quiet suburb into a modern state-of-the-art Silicon Valley City. Today, Redwood City's downtown is thriving with shops, restaurants, theaters, and live entertainment balanced with residential neighborhoods, waterfront housing, and high density units.
BAWSCA: Representing You Voice
Are you familiar with the Bay Area Water Conservation Agency? BAWSCA’s member agencies rely on the San Francisco Regional Water System for water to protect the health, safety and economic well-being of 1.8 million residents, 40,000 businesses, and thousands of community organizations in the heart of Silicon Valley.
BAWSCA is responsible for ensuring a reliable supply of water when and where it is needed. BAWSCA has always defended and protected the interests of all water customers and member agencies it represents and will always take a stand against any threat to the region’s water supply.
Throughout BAWSCA’s history, the organization set out and achieved a strategic set of goals that has benefited water customers in the region. From safety, to cost savings, to conservation, BAWSCA has always focused on delivering results; starting with monitoring San Francisco’s 4.8-billion-dollar Water System Improvement Program.
GET THE COVID-19 VACCINE: CID CAMPAIGN
Kingston Media in partnership with the Center for Independence for Individuals with Disabilities (CID) has produced a series of public service announcements to spread the word about the importance of getting the COVID-19 Vaccine. While this series of PSAs is primarily geared towards the disability community, it's important for all of us to do our part and get vaccinated to protect ourselves, our friends and family, and our communities throughout the San Francisco Bay Area.
Living the American Dream: A Filipino Immigration Story
This excerpt featured in the historical documentary, "Daly City: Growing Up In America", offers a first hand recollection from Erlinda Galeon who discusses her immigrant experience and how Daly City was transformed into one of the largest Filipino communities in America.
In 1968, Erlinda came to San Francisco seeking a better life. Erlinda got married, raised children, and was able to achieve the "American Dream" as a homeowner in Daly City. Erlinda was much more than resident, but also a leader in the Filipino community pouring her heart and soul into Filipino activities and programs.
Mrs. Galeon passed away in 2016, but her experience, wisdom, and love for the Filipino community shine upon us.
Planting the Seeds to Self Sufficiency
This is a story of transformation and resilience. A single mother of two daughters, Elisabeth Ocampo is a prime example that stable housing and education is the key to financial stability and personal fulfillment. As a teenager, Elisabeth was confronted with several challenges; giving birth to her first daughter at the age of 20. She immediately sought out higher educational in order to change her life. After her second daughter was born, Elisabeth became a full time student. She graduated from the College of San Mateo with 3 associate degrees, and during the Pandemic completed her 4-year degree at San Francisco State University. While at SFSU, Elisabeth participated in HIP Housing's Self Sufficiency Program which helped her with Affordable Housing, an Educational Plan, Vocational Plan, Financial Literacy, Parenting, and Mental Health services. Elisabeth today is completely self sufficient and truly grateful for HIP Housing's role in her journey. She serves as a great role model to her daughters, and shows that when given proper guidance and a little assistance we all have gifts to contribute to society.
Equine Therapy: A Magical Relationship for Veterans
Jasper Ridge Farm of Portola Valley in 2014 developed an adaptive horse riding program for disabled veterans in San Mateo and Santa Clara Counties. Studies have shown that Equine Therapy is able to help those suffering from PTSD or traumatic brain injury. This program fosters a powerful bond between a 1000 pound horse and a veteran, spawning a magical relationship. For those that are unable to ride a horse, Jasper Ridge Farm has incorporated the Masterson Method which focuses on equine message. Veterans are still able to build trust and connect with a horse on a deeper level.
Making A Difference In the Lives of Young Woman
At the age of 11 years old, Sarah was diagnosed with non-hodgkin's lymphoma. She underwent chemotherapy for one year. After fighting for her life, the cancer went into remission a year later and Sarah was finally able to return to school. By the time she enrolled into high school at Mercy Burlingame very few students and teachers were even aware of her plight.
After graduating from high school, Sarah enrolled at UCLA and decided to pursue a degree in nursing. She was inspired by the nurse who cared for her and knew this was the path forward for her career. This powerful message really puts life into perspective and provides hope for the future. Sarah's journey is a testament to how each of us can make a difference in the lives of others. Mercy Burlingame's “Making a Difference” program is a vehicle that provides a spark to a quality eduction through financial assistance.
Preservation Housing: Redwood Oaks
What is Preservation Housing? Preservation Housing is a powerful solution to help address the affordable housing challenges confronted by residents in expensive regions of the country like Silicon Valley. Within the scope of Preservation Housing, an owner is committed to the long-term affordability of the property; deed restricts it as affordable and maintains it as affordable housing for perpetuity.
This video tells the story of how HIP Housing has been able to preserve and expand the amount of affordable rental housing in the region. Redwood Oaks is a prime example of how they were able to leverage cross sector partnerships to transform 6 buildings on a single parcel in Redwood City into an incredible jewel for the entire neighborhood.
A Twenty Year Promise: Skyline College
For the past 20 years Skyline College has been inspiring students to dream out loud through the efforts of the President's Innovation Fund. During this journey, the college introduced the Promise Scholars Program which focuses on making higher education available to all. This holistic scholarship covers the cost of tuition, books, transportation vouchers, and offers dedicated counseling. "A Twenty Year Promise" celebrates the 20th anniversary of the President's Innovation Fund and the power of the Promise Scholars Program.
Kingston Media has been partnering with Skyline College since the inception of these programs. We have been producing videos that highlight these transformative programs and show how they have impacted the lives of thousands of students throughout the San Francisco Bay Area.
Last Train From Bay Meadows - A Breathtaking Morning
Kingston Media in partnership with National Image Works documented the final 6-months of the historic Bay Meadows Racetrack in 2008. "Last Train From Bay Meadows" provides an up-close and personal, behind-the-scenes perspective of the horse racing industry, as well as an in-depth look at its fascinating history. This segment from the documentary features breathtaking images and poignant interviews as we celebrate this iconic racetrack from San Mateo, California.
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