Lab Hours

computerCENTRAL is open to the public on a drop-in basis for 13.5 hours every week. Drop in hours are staffed by trained interns who provide hands-on computer assistance as needed. All drop-in hours are free to CCTV's Affiliate and Access members. Non-members must pay $5.00 per visit, except Sunday and Tuesday.

Sunday - 4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. (Public Hours)
Monday - 10:00 a.m. - 12 p.m. (Computers for Seniors)
Monday - 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. (Members Only)
Tuesday - 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. (Public Hours)
Wednesday - 12 p.m. - 3 p.m. (Tutorial for Non-English Speakers)
Wednesday - 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. (Members Only)
Thursday - 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (Members Only)
Thursday - 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. (Media Help *)
Thursday - 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. (Edit Help *)

* For CCTV Access Members with Open Production Contracts Only.

Special Programs

CCTV offers the following special programs in computerCENTRAL:

Computers for Seniors
Mondays from 10-noon

These drop-in hours provide senior citizens with one-on-one instruction.

Tutorial for NonEnglish Speakers
Wednesdays from 12-3PM

These drop-in hours mostly help Spanish speakers overcome the linguistic barriers in learning computer technologies by providing instruction in their native languages. CCTV staff will attempt to accommodate other languages whenever possible.

Edit Help
Thursdays from 6-9PM

CCTV members with Production Contracts may receive basic to advanced editing help from Interns.

Web Media Help
Fridays from 3-6PM

CCTV members with Production Contracts may receive help with creating and sharing audio, video, photos and text online using our website at cctvcambridge.org or other social web applications.

Classes
CCTV members seeking more structured training may enroll in our training courses. These affordable courses provide hands-on instruction in small group settings. Whether you are just beginning or at an advanced level, our classes offer something for everyone. To view a list of our classes, click here.

Community Collaborations
What can CCTV do for your organization? Throughout the year, CCTV collaborates with other organizations to offer special trainings and community technology programs. Past collaborators include: Cambridge Community Center, Cambridge Economic Opportunity Committee, Cambridge Prevention Coalition, Cambridge Public Library, City Hall, Community Learning Center and East End House.

Internship Program
Interns help staff computerCENTRAL by volunteering for a 3-hour shift each week. If you would like to learn more about our internship opportunities, click here.

Contact Info
Colin Rhinesmith, Community Media Coordinator at (617) 661-6900 ext. 126 or colin(AT)cctvcambridge(DOT)org.

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At CCTV we strongly believe that providing the tools to create media enhances citizens' ability to participate in civic life. In 1996, CCTV opened computerCENTRAL, a state-of-the art community technology center, to accomplish this goal.

On this page, you will find information about our hours, special programs, and other community media & technology opportunities for CCTV members.

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Cambridge Community Television | 675 Massachusetts Ave | Cambridge MA 02139 | 617-661-6900 | email

Cambridge Community Television is a public forum for all Cambridge residents, businesses and organizations. CCTV provides training and access to telecommunications technology so that all may become active participants in electronic media. CCTV strives to involve the diverse population of Cambridge as producers and viewers, and to strengthen efforts through collaborations with a wide variety of community institutions.