A helping hand to pick up after Sandy
Thursday, November 1, 2012
Since
Monday, my coworkers and I have been listening to the community talk about the
struggle they are facing as Sandy swept through our region - taking out homes,
power lines, trees and affecting the lives of millions.
Post
after post on The Reporter’s Facebook page we here “I’m out of power,” “I can’t
get my medicine,” and “I lost all of my food!”
Some of
my closest friends (both here in PA and NJ) and my coworkers were sitting in
the dark and cold for DAYS, complaining about how awful it is and my heart
ached with every conversation.
While I
sat at my desk the other day, something inside me said ‘I need to do something
to help the community, I need to lend a hand in any way I can.’
But how?
Then the
light bulb went on. Here was my Facebook post at 3:20 p.m. on Wednesday:
Readers – after talking with so many of you and
hearing your struggles of power loss, The Reporter is opening its doors to our
Community Media Lab tomorrow and Friday, Nov. 1 and Nov. 2.
The Community Media lab is not fully renovated at this time (it will be having a complete transformation at the beginning of next year) but with a crisis like this, we know having access is much more important than not having it at all.
We have several laptops for your use to check emails, pay bills, etc. There are plenty of power cords to use to charge cell phones, laptops and other devices. If you are a group or organization that would like to hold a monthly meeting or gathering, please feel free to contact Community Engagement Editor, Amanda Piccirilli, at apiccirilli@thereporteronline.com to set up a time to use the space.
If you would like to warm up for a while, please stop by The Community Media Lab which will be open on Thursday from 3 to 6 p.m. and Friday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Please share with your friends.
The Community Media lab is not fully renovated at this time (it will be having a complete transformation at the beginning of next year) but with a crisis like this, we know having access is much more important than not having it at all.
We have several laptops for your use to check emails, pay bills, etc. There are plenty of power cords to use to charge cell phones, laptops and other devices. If you are a group or organization that would like to hold a monthly meeting or gathering, please feel free to contact Community Engagement Editor, Amanda Piccirilli, at apiccirilli@thereporteronline.com to set up a time to use the space.
If you would like to warm up for a while, please stop by The Community Media Lab which will be open on Thursday from 3 to 6 p.m. and Friday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Please share with your friends.
With our Community Media Lab not fully updated
AT ALL, I knew having this place open is better than not having any space
available at all. We have plenty of plugs and plenty of resources.
So here I sit on Thursday in our Media Lab…
We did not have one person come in today and I
am unsure about the result for tomorrow, but I hope the community knows both
myself, and The Reporter, are there for them.
We are just like you all – just a normal person
who lives in the community wanting to give aid - and this is the best way I can
reach my hand out to support others (with plugs, computers and internet haha.)
Just knowing people saw the gesture (which I can tell nearly 30 people did by “LIKES”
on Facebook and whomever read it in print) really warms my heart.
A Woman of Many Hats
Wednesday, October 24, 2012
I've always been a dabbler.
Always trying to get my feet wet and try new things. Try a little of this and do a little of that (except foods, I'm a wuss when it comes to trying new foods, but I've got better over the years.)
And dabbling is exactly what I've been doing here in the work force at The Reporter. I can write. I can make videos. I can post to the web. I can interact via social media. I like to get involved in everything I can possibly do here in the newsroom. (More skills = more opportunities in my eyes)
So when the opportunity came up for me to take pictures this week because we are down a man with a photographer on vacation, I of course jumped all over it ... well actually Geoff volunteered me, but I didn't back away. I enjoy a challenge
Now, one may think 'how hard can it be to take a picture?' And I thought the same thing. I can be artsy and creative when it comes to photos. Here are a few:
However, yesterday was one of the most challenging things I've had to do in my career -- I had to go take photos of a high school field hockey game. I have NEVER shot pictures at a sporting event in my life, unless with my iPhone or on Instagram. Despite being a rookie and getting the opportunity to use the "big girl camera," the thought of failing never passed through my mind. My mind set was 'take lots of photos, something is bound to be usable.' I knew I've had decent photos in the past - I GOT THIS!!!
But I must admit, the 'doubt' and 'un-sureness' I know that a few of my co-workers had (I won't name names, but I know there were a few) really gave me some drive. I understand when there is a newbie you might question or be a little nervous, but negative energy is easily felt. Be positive because you may never know what will happen.
I can now check off 'be a photographer' off my bucket list after a very successful day of shooting at the Christopher Dock field hockey game on Tuesday afternoon. My arms are COMPLETELY sore from holding that camera. Woke up this morning feeling like I was in a boxing match and put two-and-two together realizing it was from the camera. (I'm weak, I know.)
So here you are, a taste of my photos from Dock field hockey yesterday. Excuse my sass, but I think I did a damn good job! Watch out Mark Psoras, I'm coming to get ya :) (Just kidding, Geoff hurry back!)
Always trying to get my feet wet and try new things. Try a little of this and do a little of that (except foods, I'm a wuss when it comes to trying new foods, but I've got better over the years.)
And dabbling is exactly what I've been doing here in the work force at The Reporter. I can write. I can make videos. I can post to the web. I can interact via social media. I like to get involved in everything I can possibly do here in the newsroom. (More skills = more opportunities in my eyes)
So when the opportunity came up for me to take pictures this week because we are down a man with a photographer on vacation, I of course jumped all over it ... well actually Geoff volunteered me, but I didn't back away. I enjoy a challenge
Now, one may think 'how hard can it be to take a picture?' And I thought the same thing. I can be artsy and creative when it comes to photos. Here are a few:
However, yesterday was one of the most challenging things I've had to do in my career -- I had to go take photos of a high school field hockey game. I have NEVER shot pictures at a sporting event in my life, unless with my iPhone or on Instagram. Despite being a rookie and getting the opportunity to use the "big girl camera," the thought of failing never passed through my mind. My mind set was 'take lots of photos, something is bound to be usable.' I knew I've had decent photos in the past - I GOT THIS!!!
But I must admit, the 'doubt' and 'un-sureness' I know that a few of my co-workers had (I won't name names, but I know there were a few) really gave me some drive. I understand when there is a newbie you might question or be a little nervous, but negative energy is easily felt. Be positive because you may never know what will happen.
I can now check off 'be a photographer' off my bucket list after a very successful day of shooting at the Christopher Dock field hockey game on Tuesday afternoon. My arms are COMPLETELY sore from holding that camera. Woke up this morning feeling like I was in a boxing match and put two-and-two together realizing it was from the camera. (I'm weak, I know.)
So here you are, a taste of my photos from Dock field hockey yesterday. Excuse my sass, but I think I did a damn good job! Watch out Mark Psoras, I'm coming to get ya :) (Just kidding, Geoff hurry back!)
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